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H.R.1836

Armed Forces and National Security

Guard and Reserve GI Bill Parity Act of 2021 This bill expands eligibility for Post-9/11 GI Bill educational assistance and addresses other Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) programs and benefits. Specifically, the bill expands the type of duty that is eligible for such educational assistance. Beginning on August 1, 2025, types of duty eligible for educational assistance benefits include (1) active duty for training performed by a member of the Armed Forces on or after this date, and (2) active duty for training occurring before this date only if the individual is a member on or after this date. Furthermore, beginning on August 1, 2032, duty eligible for these benefits includes active or inactive duty training performed by a member of the Armed Forces before, on, or after August 1, 2032. Educational assistance eligibility for individuals who performed qualifying types of duty as provided in the bill before August 1, 2025, expires on the latter of (1) August 1, 2040, or (2) the end of the 15-year period after their discharge or release from the Armed Forces. For individuals who performed such duty on or after August 1, 2025, educational assistance eligibility does not expire. Furthermore, the bill provides for the expiration of eligibility applicable to individuals subject to two different periods of eligible duty. The bill also makes adjustments to certain loan fees under the VA home loan program, including the fee for an interest rate reduction refinancing loan. Additionally, the VA must provide information to new veterans that includes a description of the medical care, services, and other benefits they are entitled to through the VA.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to ensure that the time during which members of the Armed Forces serve on active duty for training qualifies for educational assistance under the Post-9/11 Educational Assistance Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Guard and Reserve GI Bill Parity Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. POST-9/11 EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE FOR CERTAIN RESERVE AND NATIONAL GUARD DUTY. (a) Other Qualifying Duty.--Section 3311(b) of title 38, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by striking ``(including'' each place it appears and inserting ``(including other qualifying duty and''; (2) by striking ``(excluding'' each place it appears and inserting ``(including other qualifying duty but excluding''; and (3) in paragraph (2), by inserting ``or other qualifying duty'' after ``active duty'' both places it appears. (b) Other Qualifying Duty Defined.--Section 3301 of such title is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (3) and (4) as paragraphs (4) and (5), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (2) the following new paragraph: ``(3) The term `other qualifying duty' means the following: ``(A) During the period beginning on August 1, 2025, and ending on July 31, 2032, active duty for training performed by a member of the Armed Forces-- ``(i) on or after August 1, 2025; or ``(ii) before August 1, 2025, if such individual is a member of the Armed Forces on or after such date. ``(B) On or after August 1, 2032, duty performed before, on, or after such date that is-- ``(i) active duty for training performed by a member of the Armed Forces; or ``(ii) inactive duty training performed by a member of the Armed Forces.''. (c) Time Limitation for Use of Entitlement for Other Qualifying Duty.--Section 3321 of such title is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)-- (A) in paragraph (1), by striking ``; or'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in paragraph (2), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) in the case of an individual whose entitlement is based on other qualifying duty performed-- ``(A) before August 1, 2025, expires on the latter of-- ``(i) the end of the 15-year period beginning on the date of the discharge or release of such individual from the Armed Forces; or ``(ii) August 1, 2040; or ``(B) on or after August 1, 2025, shall not expire.''; and (2) in subsection (b), by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Individuals subject to two periods.--In the case of an individual subject to periods under paragraphs (1) and (3)(A) of subsection (a), the period under such paragraph (3)(A) shall apply to such individual's entitlement.''. SEC. 3. MODIFICATION OF CERTAIN HOUSING LOAN FEES. (a) Extension.--The loan fee table in section 3729(b)(2) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by striking ``January 14, 2031'' each place it appears and inserting ``October 1, 2031''. (b) IRRRL Rate.--The item in subparagraph (E) of the loan fee table under such section is amended to read as follows: ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ``(E)(i) Interest rate reduction 0.85 0.85 NA refinancing loan (closed on or after July 1, 2022, and before October 1, 2030)................ (ii) Interest rate reduction 0.50 0.50 NA''. refinancing loan (closed during a period not covered by clause (i))............................ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ SEC. 4. PROVISION OF INFORMATION TO VETERANS DURING TRANSITION TO CIVILIAN LIFE. (a) Requirement.--In providing information to new veterans regarding benefits administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, the Secretary shall ensure that the information includes the following: (1) A description of the medical care and services for which the veteran will be eligible under chapter 17 of title 38, United States Code, including with respect to-- (A) community care under section 1703 of such title; (B) mental health care, including how to access the Veterans Crisis Line established under section 1720F(h) of such title; and (C) care relating to military sexual trauma (as defined in section 1166 of such title). (2) Any other information that the Secretary determines appropriate, including information about the services and benefits to which the veteran may be entitled. (b) Manner.--The Secretary shall provide the information under subsection (a) in a manner that promotes the destigmatization of mental health care and encourages veterans to reach out for support. Passed the House of Representatives January 12, 2022. Attest: Clerk. 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 1836 _______________________________________________________________________

Guard and Reserve GI Bill Parity Act of 2021

To amend title 38, United States Code, to ensure that the time during which members of the Armed Forces serve on active duty for training qualifies for educational assistance under the Post-9/11 Educational Assistance Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.

Guard and Reserve GI Bill Parity Act of 2021 Guard and Reserve GI Bill Parity Act of 2021 Guard and Reserve GI Bill Parity Act of 2021 Guard and Reserve GI Bill Parity Act of 2021

Rep. Levin, Mike

D

CA

This bill expands eligibility for Post-9/11 GI Bill educational assistance and addresses other Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) programs and benefits. Specifically, the bill expands the type of duty that is eligible for such educational assistance. Beginning on August 1, 2025, types of duty eligible for educational assistance benefits include (1) active duty for training performed by a member of the Armed Forces on or after this date, and (2) active duty for training occurring before this date only if the individual is a member on or after this date. Furthermore, beginning on August 1, 2032, duty eligible for these benefits includes active or inactive duty training performed by a member of the Armed Forces before, on, or after August 1, 2032. Educational assistance eligibility for individuals who performed qualifying types of duty as provided in the bill before August 1, 2025, expires on the latter of (1) August 1, 2040, or (2) the end of the 15-year period after their discharge or release from the Armed Forces. For individuals who performed such duty on or after August 1, 2025, educational assistance eligibility does not expire. Furthermore, the bill provides for the expiration of eligibility applicable to individuals subject to two different periods of eligible duty. The bill also makes adjustments to certain loan fees under the VA home loan program, including the fee for an interest rate reduction refinancing loan. Additionally, the VA must provide information to new veterans that includes a description of the medical care, services, and other benefits they are entitled to through the VA.

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Guard and Reserve GI Bill Parity Act of 2021''. 2. POST-9/11 EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE FOR CERTAIN RESERVE AND NATIONAL GUARD DUTY. (a) Other Qualifying Duty.--Section 3311(b) of title 38, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by striking ``(including'' each place it appears and inserting ``(including other qualifying duty and''; (2) by striking ``(excluding'' each place it appears and inserting ``(including other qualifying duty but excluding''; and (3) in paragraph (2), by inserting ``or other qualifying duty'' after ``active duty'' both places it appears. ``(B) On or after August 1, 2032, duty performed before, on, or after such date that is-- ``(i) active duty for training performed by a member of the Armed Forces; or ``(ii) inactive duty training performed by a member of the Armed Forces.''. ''; and (2) in subsection (b), by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Individuals subject to two periods.--In the case of an individual subject to periods under paragraphs (1) and (3)(A) of subsection (a), the period under such paragraph (3)(A) shall apply to such individual's entitlement.''. SEC. 3. MODIFICATION OF CERTAIN HOUSING LOAN FEES. (b) IRRRL Rate.--The item in subparagraph (E) of the loan fee table under such section is amended to read as follows: ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ``(E)(i) Interest rate reduction 0.85 0.85 NA refinancing loan (closed on or after July 1, 2022, and before October 1, 2030)................ (ii) Interest rate reduction 0.50 0.50 NA''. 4. PROVISION OF INFORMATION TO VETERANS DURING TRANSITION TO CIVILIAN LIFE. (a) Requirement.--In providing information to new veterans regarding benefits administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, the Secretary shall ensure that the information includes the following: (1) A description of the medical care and services for which the veteran will be eligible under chapter 17 of title 38, United States Code, including with respect to-- (A) community care under section 1703 of such title; (B) mental health care, including how to access the Veterans Crisis Line established under section 1720F(h) of such title; and (C) care relating to military sexual trauma (as defined in section 1166 of such title). (b) Manner.--The Secretary shall provide the information under subsection (a) in a manner that promotes the destigmatization of mental health care and encourages veterans to reach out for support. Passed the House of Representatives January 12, 2022. Attest: Clerk. 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 1836 _______________________________________________________________________

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Guard and Reserve GI Bill Parity Act of 2021''. 2. POST-9/11 EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE FOR CERTAIN RESERVE AND NATIONAL GUARD DUTY. (a) Other Qualifying Duty.--Section 3311(b) of title 38, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by striking ``(including'' each place it appears and inserting ``(including other qualifying duty and''; (2) by striking ``(excluding'' each place it appears and inserting ``(including other qualifying duty but excluding''; and (3) in paragraph (2), by inserting ``or other qualifying duty'' after ``active duty'' both places it appears. ``(B) On or after August 1, 2032, duty performed before, on, or after such date that is-- ``(i) active duty for training performed by a member of the Armed Forces; or ``(ii) inactive duty training performed by a member of the Armed Forces.''. ''; and (2) in subsection (b), by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Individuals subject to two periods.--In the case of an individual subject to periods under paragraphs (1) and (3)(A) of subsection (a), the period under such paragraph (3)(A) shall apply to such individual's entitlement.''. SEC. 3. MODIFICATION OF CERTAIN HOUSING LOAN FEES. (b) IRRRL Rate.--The item in subparagraph (E) of the loan fee table under such section is amended to read as follows: ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ``(E)(i) Interest rate reduction 0.85 0.85 NA refinancing loan (closed on or after July 1, 2022, and before October 1, 2030)................ (ii) Interest rate reduction 0.50 0.50 NA''. 4. PROVISION OF INFORMATION TO VETERANS DURING TRANSITION TO CIVILIAN LIFE. (b) Manner.--The Secretary shall provide the information under subsection (a) in a manner that promotes the destigmatization of mental health care and encourages veterans to reach out for support. Passed the House of Representatives January 12, 2022. Attest: Clerk. 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 1836 _______________________________________________________________________

To amend title 38, United States Code, to ensure that the time during which members of the Armed Forces serve on active duty for training qualifies for educational assistance under the Post-9/11 Educational Assistance Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Guard and Reserve GI Bill Parity Act of 2021''. 2. POST-9/11 EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE FOR CERTAIN RESERVE AND NATIONAL GUARD DUTY. (a) Other Qualifying Duty.--Section 3311(b) of title 38, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by striking ``(including'' each place it appears and inserting ``(including other qualifying duty and''; (2) by striking ``(excluding'' each place it appears and inserting ``(including other qualifying duty but excluding''; and (3) in paragraph (2), by inserting ``or other qualifying duty'' after ``active duty'' both places it appears. (b) Other Qualifying Duty Defined.--Section 3301 of such title is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (3) and (4) as paragraphs (4) and (5), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (2) the following new paragraph: ``(3) The term `other qualifying duty' means the following: ``(A) During the period beginning on August 1, 2025, and ending on July 31, 2032, active duty for training performed by a member of the Armed Forces-- ``(i) on or after August 1, 2025; or ``(ii) before August 1, 2025, if such individual is a member of the Armed Forces on or after such date. ``(B) On or after August 1, 2032, duty performed before, on, or after such date that is-- ``(i) active duty for training performed by a member of the Armed Forces; or ``(ii) inactive duty training performed by a member of the Armed Forces.''. ''; and (2) in subsection (b), by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Individuals subject to two periods.--In the case of an individual subject to periods under paragraphs (1) and (3)(A) of subsection (a), the period under such paragraph (3)(A) shall apply to such individual's entitlement.''. SEC. 3. MODIFICATION OF CERTAIN HOUSING LOAN FEES. (a) Extension.--The loan fee table in section 3729(b)(2) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by striking ``January 14, 2031'' each place it appears and inserting ``October 1, 2031''. (b) IRRRL Rate.--The item in subparagraph (E) of the loan fee table under such section is amended to read as follows: ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ``(E)(i) Interest rate reduction 0.85 0.85 NA refinancing loan (closed on or after July 1, 2022, and before October 1, 2030)................ (ii) Interest rate reduction 0.50 0.50 NA''. refinancing loan (closed during a period not covered by clause (i))............................ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ SEC. 4. PROVISION OF INFORMATION TO VETERANS DURING TRANSITION TO CIVILIAN LIFE. (a) Requirement.--In providing information to new veterans regarding benefits administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, the Secretary shall ensure that the information includes the following: (1) A description of the medical care and services for which the veteran will be eligible under chapter 17 of title 38, United States Code, including with respect to-- (A) community care under section 1703 of such title; (B) mental health care, including how to access the Veterans Crisis Line established under section 1720F(h) of such title; and (C) care relating to military sexual trauma (as defined in section 1166 of such title). (2) Any other information that the Secretary determines appropriate, including information about the services and benefits to which the veteran may be entitled. (b) Manner.--The Secretary shall provide the information under subsection (a) in a manner that promotes the destigmatization of mental health care and encourages veterans to reach out for support. Passed the House of Representatives January 12, 2022. Attest: Clerk. 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 1836 _______________________________________________________________________

To amend title 38, United States Code, to ensure that the time during which members of the Armed Forces serve on active duty for training qualifies for educational assistance under the Post-9/11 Educational Assistance Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Guard and Reserve GI Bill Parity Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. POST-9/11 EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE FOR CERTAIN RESERVE AND NATIONAL GUARD DUTY. (a) Other Qualifying Duty.--Section 3311(b) of title 38, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by striking ``(including'' each place it appears and inserting ``(including other qualifying duty and''; (2) by striking ``(excluding'' each place it appears and inserting ``(including other qualifying duty but excluding''; and (3) in paragraph (2), by inserting ``or other qualifying duty'' after ``active duty'' both places it appears. (b) Other Qualifying Duty Defined.--Section 3301 of such title is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (3) and (4) as paragraphs (4) and (5), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (2) the following new paragraph: ``(3) The term `other qualifying duty' means the following: ``(A) During the period beginning on August 1, 2025, and ending on July 31, 2032, active duty for training performed by a member of the Armed Forces-- ``(i) on or after August 1, 2025; or ``(ii) before August 1, 2025, if such individual is a member of the Armed Forces on or after such date. ``(B) On or after August 1, 2032, duty performed before, on, or after such date that is-- ``(i) active duty for training performed by a member of the Armed Forces; or ``(ii) inactive duty training performed by a member of the Armed Forces.''. (c) Time Limitation for Use of Entitlement for Other Qualifying Duty.--Section 3321 of such title is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)-- (A) in paragraph (1), by striking ``; or'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in paragraph (2), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) in the case of an individual whose entitlement is based on other qualifying duty performed-- ``(A) before August 1, 2025, expires on the latter of-- ``(i) the end of the 15-year period beginning on the date of the discharge or release of such individual from the Armed Forces; or ``(ii) August 1, 2040; or ``(B) on or after August 1, 2025, shall not expire.''; and (2) in subsection (b), by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Individuals subject to two periods.--In the case of an individual subject to periods under paragraphs (1) and (3)(A) of subsection (a), the period under such paragraph (3)(A) shall apply to such individual's entitlement.''. SEC. 3. MODIFICATION OF CERTAIN HOUSING LOAN FEES. (a) Extension.--The loan fee table in section 3729(b)(2) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by striking ``January 14, 2031'' each place it appears and inserting ``October 1, 2031''. (b) IRRRL Rate.--The item in subparagraph (E) of the loan fee table under such section is amended to read as follows: ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ``(E)(i) Interest rate reduction 0.85 0.85 NA refinancing loan (closed on or after July 1, 2022, and before October 1, 2030)................ (ii) Interest rate reduction 0.50 0.50 NA''. refinancing loan (closed during a period not covered by clause (i))............................ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ SEC. 4. PROVISION OF INFORMATION TO VETERANS DURING TRANSITION TO CIVILIAN LIFE. (a) Requirement.--In providing information to new veterans regarding benefits administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, the Secretary shall ensure that the information includes the following: (1) A description of the medical care and services for which the veteran will be eligible under chapter 17 of title 38, United States Code, including with respect to-- (A) community care under section 1703 of such title; (B) mental health care, including how to access the Veterans Crisis Line established under section 1720F(h) of such title; and (C) care relating to military sexual trauma (as defined in section 1166 of such title). (2) Any other information that the Secretary determines appropriate, including information about the services and benefits to which the veteran may be entitled. (b) Manner.--The Secretary shall provide the information under subsection (a) in a manner that promotes the destigmatization of mental health care and encourages veterans to reach out for support. Passed the House of Representatives January 12, 2022. Attest: Clerk. 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 1836 _______________________________________________________________________

To amend title 38, United States Code, to ensure that the time during which members of the Armed Forces serve on active duty for training qualifies for educational assistance under the Post-9/11 Educational Assistance Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes. a) Other Qualifying Duty.--Section 3311(b) of title 38, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by striking ``(including'' each place it appears and inserting ``(including other qualifying duty and''; (2) by striking ``(excluding'' each place it appears and inserting ``(including other qualifying duty but excluding''; and (3) in paragraph (2), by inserting ``or other qualifying duty'' after ``active duty'' both places it appears. (b) Other Qualifying Duty Defined.--Section 3301 of such title is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (3) and (4) as paragraphs (4) and (5), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (2) the following new paragraph: ``(3) The term `other qualifying duty' means the following: ``(A) During the period beginning on August 1, 2025, and ending on July 31, 2032, active duty for training performed by a member of the Armed Forces-- ``(i) on or after August 1, 2025; or ``(ii) before August 1, 2025, if such individual is a member of the Armed Forces on or after such date. ``(B) On or after August 1, 2032, duty performed before, on, or after such date that is-- ``(i) active duty for training performed by a member of the Armed Forces; or ``(ii) inactive duty training performed by a member of the Armed Forces.''. and (2) in subsection (b), by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Individuals subject to two periods.--In the case of an individual subject to periods under paragraphs (1) and (3)(A) of subsection (a), the period under such paragraph (3)(A) shall apply to such individual's entitlement.''. MODIFICATION OF CERTAIN HOUSING LOAN FEES. ( (b) IRRRL Rate.--The item in subparagraph (E) of the loan fee table under such section is amended to read as follows: ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ``(E)(i) Interest rate reduction 0.85 0.85 NA refinancing loan (closed on or after July 1, 2022, and before October 1, 2030)................ (ii) Interest rate reduction 0.50 0.50 NA''. PROVISION OF INFORMATION TO VETERANS DURING TRANSITION TO CIVILIAN LIFE. (

To amend title 38, United States Code, to ensure that the time during which members of the Armed Forces serve on active duty for training qualifies for educational assistance under the Post-9/11 Educational Assistance Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes. b) Other Qualifying Duty Defined.--Section 3301 of such title is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (3) and (4) as paragraphs (4) and (5), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (2) the following new paragraph: ``(3) The term `other qualifying duty' means the following: ``(A) During the period beginning on August 1, 2025, and ending on July 31, 2032, active duty for training performed by a member of the Armed Forces-- ``(i) on or after August 1, 2025; or ``(ii) before August 1, 2025, if such individual is a member of the Armed Forces on or after such date. and (2) in subsection (b), by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Individuals subject to two periods.--In the case of an individual subject to periods under paragraphs (1) and (3)(A) of subsection (a), the period under such paragraph (3)(A) shall apply to such individual's entitlement.''. b) IRRRL Rate.--The item in subparagraph (E) of the loan fee table under such section is amended to read as follows: ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ``(E)(i) Interest rate reduction 0.85 0.85 NA refinancing loan (closed on or after July 1, 2022, and before October 1, 2030)................ (ii) Interest rate reduction 0.50 0.50 NA''. 2) Any other information that the Secretary determines appropriate, including information about the services and benefits to which the veteran may be entitled. ( Passed the House of Representatives January 12, 2022.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to ensure that the time during which members of the Armed Forces serve on active duty for training qualifies for educational assistance under the Post-9/11 Educational Assistance Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes. b) Other Qualifying Duty Defined.--Section 3301 of such title is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (3) and (4) as paragraphs (4) and (5), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (2) the following new paragraph: ``(3) The term `other qualifying duty' means the following: ``(A) During the period beginning on August 1, 2025, and ending on July 31, 2032, active duty for training performed by a member of the Armed Forces-- ``(i) on or after August 1, 2025; or ``(ii) before August 1, 2025, if such individual is a member of the Armed Forces on or after such date. and (2) in subsection (b), by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Individuals subject to two periods.--In the case of an individual subject to periods under paragraphs (1) and (3)(A) of subsection (a), the period under such paragraph (3)(A) shall apply to such individual's entitlement.''. b) IRRRL Rate.--The item in subparagraph (E) of the loan fee table under such section is amended to read as follows: ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ``(E)(i) Interest rate reduction 0.85 0.85 NA refinancing loan (closed on or after July 1, 2022, and before October 1, 2030)................ (ii) Interest rate reduction 0.50 0.50 NA''. 2) Any other information that the Secretary determines appropriate, including information about the services and benefits to which the veteran may be entitled. ( Passed the House of Representatives January 12, 2022.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to ensure that the time during which members of the Armed Forces serve on active duty for training qualifies for educational assistance under the Post-9/11 Educational Assistance Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes. a) Other Qualifying Duty.--Section 3311(b) of title 38, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by striking ``(including'' each place it appears and inserting ``(including other qualifying duty and''; (2) by striking ``(excluding'' each place it appears and inserting ``(including other qualifying duty but excluding''; and (3) in paragraph (2), by inserting ``or other qualifying duty'' after ``active duty'' both places it appears. (b) Other Qualifying Duty Defined.--Section 3301 of such title is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (3) and (4) as paragraphs (4) and (5), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (2) the following new paragraph: ``(3) The term `other qualifying duty' means the following: ``(A) During the period beginning on August 1, 2025, and ending on July 31, 2032, active duty for training performed by a member of the Armed Forces-- ``(i) on or after August 1, 2025; or ``(ii) before August 1, 2025, if such individual is a member of the Armed Forces on or after such date. ``(B) On or after August 1, 2032, duty performed before, on, or after such date that is-- ``(i) active duty for training performed by a member of the Armed Forces; or ``(ii) inactive duty training performed by a member of the Armed Forces.''. and (2) in subsection (b), by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Individuals subject to two periods.--In the case of an individual subject to periods under paragraphs (1) and (3)(A) of subsection (a), the period under such paragraph (3)(A) shall apply to such individual's entitlement.''. MODIFICATION OF CERTAIN HOUSING LOAN FEES. ( (b) IRRRL Rate.--The item in subparagraph (E) of the loan fee table under such section is amended to read as follows: ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ``(E)(i) Interest rate reduction 0.85 0.85 NA refinancing loan (closed on or after July 1, 2022, and before October 1, 2030)................ (ii) Interest rate reduction 0.50 0.50 NA''. PROVISION OF INFORMATION TO VETERANS DURING TRANSITION TO CIVILIAN LIFE. (

To amend title 38, United States Code, to ensure that the time during which members of the Armed Forces serve on active duty for training qualifies for educational assistance under the Post-9/11 Educational Assistance Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes. b) Other Qualifying Duty Defined.--Section 3301 of such title is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (3) and (4) as paragraphs (4) and (5), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (2) the following new paragraph: ``(3) The term `other qualifying duty' means the following: ``(A) During the period beginning on August 1, 2025, and ending on July 31, 2032, active duty for training performed by a member of the Armed Forces-- ``(i) on or after August 1, 2025; or ``(ii) before August 1, 2025, if such individual is a member of the Armed Forces on or after such date. and (2) in subsection (b), by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Individuals subject to two periods.--In the case of an individual subject to periods under paragraphs (1) and (3)(A) of subsection (a), the period under such paragraph (3)(A) shall apply to such individual's entitlement.''. b) IRRRL Rate.--The item in subparagraph (E) of the loan fee table under such section is amended to read as follows: ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ``(E)(i) Interest rate reduction 0.85 0.85 NA refinancing loan (closed on or after July 1, 2022, and before October 1, 2030)................ (ii) Interest rate reduction 0.50 0.50 NA''. 2) Any other information that the Secretary determines appropriate, including information about the services and benefits to which the veteran may be entitled. ( Passed the House of Representatives January 12, 2022.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to ensure that the time during which members of the Armed Forces serve on active duty for training qualifies for educational assistance under the Post-9/11 Educational Assistance Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes. a) Other Qualifying Duty.--Section 3311(b) of title 38, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by striking ``(including'' each place it appears and inserting ``(including other qualifying duty and''; (2) by striking ``(excluding'' each place it appears and inserting ``(including other qualifying duty but excluding''; and (3) in paragraph (2), by inserting ``or other qualifying duty'' after ``active duty'' both places it appears. (b) Other Qualifying Duty Defined.--Section 3301 of such title is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (3) and (4) as paragraphs (4) and (5), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (2) the following new paragraph: ``(3) The term `other qualifying duty' means the following: ``(A) During the period beginning on August 1, 2025, and ending on July 31, 2032, active duty for training performed by a member of the Armed Forces-- ``(i) on or after August 1, 2025; or ``(ii) before August 1, 2025, if such individual is a member of the Armed Forces on or after such date. ``(B) On or after August 1, 2032, duty performed before, on, or after such date that is-- ``(i) active duty for training performed by a member of the Armed Forces; or ``(ii) inactive duty training performed by a member of the Armed Forces.''. and (2) in subsection (b), by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Individuals subject to two periods.--In the case of an individual subject to periods under paragraphs (1) and (3)(A) of subsection (a), the period under such paragraph (3)(A) shall apply to such individual's entitlement.''. MODIFICATION OF CERTAIN HOUSING LOAN FEES. ( (b) IRRRL Rate.--The item in subparagraph (E) of the loan fee table under such section is amended to read as follows: ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ``(E)(i) Interest rate reduction 0.85 0.85 NA refinancing loan (closed on or after July 1, 2022, and before October 1, 2030)................ (ii) Interest rate reduction 0.50 0.50 NA''. PROVISION OF INFORMATION TO VETERANS DURING TRANSITION TO CIVILIAN LIFE. (

To amend title 38, United States Code, to ensure that the time during which members of the Armed Forces serve on active duty for training qualifies for educational assistance under the Post-9/11 Educational Assistance Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes. b) Other Qualifying Duty Defined.--Section 3301 of such title is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (3) and (4) as paragraphs (4) and (5), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (2) the following new paragraph: ``(3) The term `other qualifying duty' means the following: ``(A) During the period beginning on August 1, 2025, and ending on July 31, 2032, active duty for training performed by a member of the Armed Forces-- ``(i) on or after August 1, 2025; or ``(ii) before August 1, 2025, if such individual is a member of the Armed Forces on or after such date. and (2) in subsection (b), by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Individuals subject to two periods.--In the case of an individual subject to periods under paragraphs (1) and (3)(A) of subsection (a), the period under such paragraph (3)(A) shall apply to such individual's entitlement.''. b) IRRRL Rate.--The item in subparagraph (E) of the loan fee table under such section is amended to read as follows: ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ``(E)(i) Interest rate reduction 0.85 0.85 NA refinancing loan (closed on or after July 1, 2022, and before October 1, 2030)................ (ii) Interest rate reduction 0.50 0.50 NA''. 2) Any other information that the Secretary determines appropriate, including information about the services and benefits to which the veteran may be entitled. ( Passed the House of Representatives January 12, 2022.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to ensure that the time during which members of the Armed Forces serve on active duty for training qualifies for educational assistance under the Post-9/11 Educational Assistance Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes. a) Other Qualifying Duty.--Section 3311(b) of title 38, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by striking ``(including'' each place it appears and inserting ``(including other qualifying duty and''; (2) by striking ``(excluding'' each place it appears and inserting ``(including other qualifying duty but excluding''; and (3) in paragraph (2), by inserting ``or other qualifying duty'' after ``active duty'' both places it appears. (b) Other Qualifying Duty Defined.--Section 3301 of such title is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (3) and (4) as paragraphs (4) and (5), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (2) the following new paragraph: ``(3) The term `other qualifying duty' means the following: ``(A) During the period beginning on August 1, 2025, and ending on July 31, 2032, active duty for training performed by a member of the Armed Forces-- ``(i) on or after August 1, 2025; or ``(ii) before August 1, 2025, if such individual is a member of the Armed Forces on or after such date. ``(B) On or after August 1, 2032, duty performed before, on, or after such date that is-- ``(i) active duty for training performed by a member of the Armed Forces; or ``(ii) inactive duty training performed by a member of the Armed Forces.''. and (2) in subsection (b), by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Individuals subject to two periods.--In the case of an individual subject to periods under paragraphs (1) and (3)(A) of subsection (a), the period under such paragraph (3)(A) shall apply to such individual's entitlement.''. MODIFICATION OF CERTAIN HOUSING LOAN FEES. ( (b) IRRRL Rate.--The item in subparagraph (E) of the loan fee table under such section is amended to read as follows: ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ``(E)(i) Interest rate reduction 0.85 0.85 NA refinancing loan (closed on or after July 1, 2022, and before October 1, 2030)................ (ii) Interest rate reduction 0.50 0.50 NA''. PROVISION OF INFORMATION TO VETERANS DURING TRANSITION TO CIVILIAN LIFE. (

To amend title 38, United States Code, to ensure that the time during which members of the Armed Forces serve on active duty for training qualifies for educational assistance under the Post-9/11 Educational Assistance Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes. b) Other Qualifying Duty Defined.--Section 3301 of such title is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (3) and (4) as paragraphs (4) and (5), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (2) the following new paragraph: ``(3) The term `other qualifying duty' means the following: ``(A) During the period beginning on August 1, 2025, and ending on July 31, 2032, active duty for training performed by a member of the Armed Forces-- ``(i) on or after August 1, 2025; or ``(ii) before August 1, 2025, if such individual is a member of the Armed Forces on or after such date. and (2) in subsection (b), by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Individuals subject to two periods.--In the case of an individual subject to periods under paragraphs (1) and (3)(A) of subsection (a), the period under such paragraph (3)(A) shall apply to such individual's entitlement.''. b) IRRRL Rate.--The item in subparagraph (E) of the loan fee table under such section is amended to read as follows: ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ``(E)(i) Interest rate reduction 0.85 0.85 NA refinancing loan (closed on or after July 1, 2022, and before October 1, 2030)................ (ii) Interest rate reduction 0.50 0.50 NA''. 2) Any other information that the Secretary determines appropriate, including information about the services and benefits to which the veteran may be entitled. ( Passed the House of Representatives January 12, 2022.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to ensure that the time during which members of the Armed Forces serve on active duty for training qualifies for educational assistance under the Post-9/11 Educational Assistance Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes. a) Other Qualifying Duty.--Section 3311(b) of title 38, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by striking ``(including'' each place it appears and inserting ``(including other qualifying duty and''; (2) by striking ``(excluding'' each place it appears and inserting ``(including other qualifying duty but excluding''; and (3) in paragraph (2), by inserting ``or other qualifying duty'' after ``active duty'' both places it appears. ( ``(B) On or after August 1, 2032, duty performed before, on, or after such date that is-- ``(i) active duty for training performed by a member of the Armed Forces; or ``(ii) inactive duty training performed by a member of the Armed Forces.''. MODIFICATION OF CERTAIN HOUSING LOAN FEES. ( (

H.R.7022

Finance and Financial Sector

Strengthening Cybersecurity for the Financial Sector Act of 2022 This bill provides for the regulation and supervision of certain financial organizations and service providers. Specifically, if a credit union that is subject to examination by the Board of Directors of the National Credit Union Administration delegates the performance of certain activities and services, the delegation must be disclosed and shall be subject to regulation and examination by the board. Additionally, if the Federal National Mortgage Association, the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation, any Federal Home Loan Bank, or the Office of Finance of the Federal Home Loan Bank System delegates the performance of certain activities and services, the delegation must be disclosed and shall be subject to regulation and examination by the Federal Housing Finance Agency.

To amend the Federal Credit Union Act to modify requirements relating to the regulation and examination of credit union organizations and service providers, to provide the Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency with the authority to regulate the provision of services provided to the Government-sponsored enterprises and Federal Home Loan Banks, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Strengthening Cybersecurity for the Financial Sector Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. REGULATION AND EXAMINATION OF CREDIT UNION ORGANIZATIONS AND SERVICE PROVIDERS. Section 206A of the Federal Credit Union Act (12 U.S.C. 1786a) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)(1), by striking ``that'' and inserting ``an''; (2) in subsection (c)(2), by inserting after ``shall notify the Board'' the following: ``, in a manner and method prescribed by the Board,''; and (3) by striking subsection (f). SEC. 3. REGULATION OF SERVICE PROVIDERS BY THE FEDERAL HOUSING FINANCE AGENCY. Subpart A of part 2 of subtitle A of the Federal Housing Enterprises Financial Safety and Soundness Act of 1992 (12 U.S.C. 4541 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``SEC. 1329. REGULATION AND EXAMINATION OF CERTAIN SERVICE PROVIDERS. ``Whenever a regulated entity or the Office of Finance causes to be performed for itself, by contract or otherwise, any activity that is permissible for the regulated entity or the Office of Finance, whether on or off its premises-- ``(1) such performance shall be subject to regulation and examination by the Director to the same extent as if such activity were being performed by such entity or Office itself on its own premises; and ``(2) the regulated entity or Office of Finance shall notify the Director of the existence of the service relationship within thirty days after the making of such service contract or the performance of the activity by the service provider, whichever occurs first.''. <all>

Strengthening Cybersecurity for the Financial Sector Act of 2022

To amend the Federal Credit Union Act to modify requirements relating to the regulation and examination of credit union organizations and service providers, to provide the Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency with the authority to regulate the provision of services provided to the Government-sponsored enterprises and Federal Home Loan Banks, and for other purposes.

Strengthening Cybersecurity for the Financial Sector Act of 2022

Rep. Foster, Bill

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This bill provides for the regulation and supervision of certain financial organizations and service providers. Specifically, if a credit union that is subject to examination by the Board of Directors of the National Credit Union Administration delegates the performance of certain activities and services, the delegation must be disclosed and shall be subject to regulation and examination by the board. Additionally, if the Federal National Mortgage Association, the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation, any Federal Home Loan Bank, or the Office of Finance of the Federal Home Loan Bank System delegates the performance of certain activities and services, the delegation must be disclosed and shall be subject to regulation and examination by the Federal Housing Finance Agency.

To amend the Federal Credit Union Act to modify requirements relating to the regulation and examination of credit union organizations and service providers, to provide the Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency with the authority to regulate the provision of services provided to the Government-sponsored enterprises and Federal Home Loan Banks, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Strengthening Cybersecurity for the Financial Sector Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. REGULATION AND EXAMINATION OF CREDIT UNION ORGANIZATIONS AND SERVICE PROVIDERS. Section 206A of the Federal Credit Union Act (12 U.S.C. 1786a) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)(1), by striking ``that'' and inserting ``an''; (2) in subsection (c)(2), by inserting after ``shall notify the Board'' the following: ``, in a manner and method prescribed by the Board,''; and (3) by striking subsection (f). SEC. 3. REGULATION OF SERVICE PROVIDERS BY THE FEDERAL HOUSING FINANCE AGENCY. Subpart A of part 2 of subtitle A of the Federal Housing Enterprises Financial Safety and Soundness Act of 1992 (12 U.S.C. 4541 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``SEC. 1329. REGULATION AND EXAMINATION OF CERTAIN SERVICE PROVIDERS. ``Whenever a regulated entity or the Office of Finance causes to be performed for itself, by contract or otherwise, any activity that is permissible for the regulated entity or the Office of Finance, whether on or off its premises-- ``(1) such performance shall be subject to regulation and examination by the Director to the same extent as if such activity were being performed by such entity or Office itself on its own premises; and ``(2) the regulated entity or Office of Finance shall notify the Director of the existence of the service relationship within thirty days after the making of such service contract or the performance of the activity by the service provider, whichever occurs first.''. <all>

To amend the Federal Credit Union Act to modify requirements relating to the regulation and examination of credit union organizations and service providers, to provide the Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency with the authority to regulate the provision of services provided to the Government-sponsored enterprises and Federal Home Loan Banks, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Strengthening Cybersecurity for the Financial Sector Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. REGULATION AND EXAMINATION OF CREDIT UNION ORGANIZATIONS AND SERVICE PROVIDERS. Section 206A of the Federal Credit Union Act (12 U.S.C. 1786a) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)(1), by striking ``that'' and inserting ``an''; (2) in subsection (c)(2), by inserting after ``shall notify the Board'' the following: ``, in a manner and method prescribed by the Board,''; and (3) by striking subsection (f). SEC. 3. REGULATION OF SERVICE PROVIDERS BY THE FEDERAL HOUSING FINANCE AGENCY. Subpart A of part 2 of subtitle A of the Federal Housing Enterprises Financial Safety and Soundness Act of 1992 (12 U.S.C. 4541 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``SEC. 1329. REGULATION AND EXAMINATION OF CERTAIN SERVICE PROVIDERS. ``Whenever a regulated entity or the Office of Finance causes to be performed for itself, by contract or otherwise, any activity that is permissible for the regulated entity or the Office of Finance, whether on or off its premises-- ``(1) such performance shall be subject to regulation and examination by the Director to the same extent as if such activity were being performed by such entity or Office itself on its own premises; and ``(2) the regulated entity or Office of Finance shall notify the Director of the existence of the service relationship within thirty days after the making of such service contract or the performance of the activity by the service provider, whichever occurs first.''. <all>

To amend the Federal Credit Union Act to modify requirements relating to the regulation and examination of credit union organizations and service providers, to provide the Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency with the authority to regulate the provision of services provided to the Government-sponsored enterprises and Federal Home Loan Banks, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Strengthening Cybersecurity for the Financial Sector Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. REGULATION AND EXAMINATION OF CREDIT UNION ORGANIZATIONS AND SERVICE PROVIDERS. Section 206A of the Federal Credit Union Act (12 U.S.C. 1786a) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)(1), by striking ``that'' and inserting ``an''; (2) in subsection (c)(2), by inserting after ``shall notify the Board'' the following: ``, in a manner and method prescribed by the Board,''; and (3) by striking subsection (f). SEC. 3. REGULATION OF SERVICE PROVIDERS BY THE FEDERAL HOUSING FINANCE AGENCY. Subpart A of part 2 of subtitle A of the Federal Housing Enterprises Financial Safety and Soundness Act of 1992 (12 U.S.C. 4541 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``SEC. 1329. REGULATION AND EXAMINATION OF CERTAIN SERVICE PROVIDERS. ``Whenever a regulated entity or the Office of Finance causes to be performed for itself, by contract or otherwise, any activity that is permissible for the regulated entity or the Office of Finance, whether on or off its premises-- ``(1) such performance shall be subject to regulation and examination by the Director to the same extent as if such activity were being performed by such entity or Office itself on its own premises; and ``(2) the regulated entity or Office of Finance shall notify the Director of the existence of the service relationship within thirty days after the making of such service contract or the performance of the activity by the service provider, whichever occurs first.''. <all>

To amend the Federal Credit Union Act to modify requirements relating to the regulation and examination of credit union organizations and service providers, to provide the Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency with the authority to regulate the provision of services provided to the Government-sponsored enterprises and Federal Home Loan Banks, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Strengthening Cybersecurity for the Financial Sector Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. REGULATION AND EXAMINATION OF CREDIT UNION ORGANIZATIONS AND SERVICE PROVIDERS. Section 206A of the Federal Credit Union Act (12 U.S.C. 1786a) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)(1), by striking ``that'' and inserting ``an''; (2) in subsection (c)(2), by inserting after ``shall notify the Board'' the following: ``, in a manner and method prescribed by the Board,''; and (3) by striking subsection (f). SEC. 3. REGULATION OF SERVICE PROVIDERS BY THE FEDERAL HOUSING FINANCE AGENCY. Subpart A of part 2 of subtitle A of the Federal Housing Enterprises Financial Safety and Soundness Act of 1992 (12 U.S.C. 4541 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``SEC. 1329. REGULATION AND EXAMINATION OF CERTAIN SERVICE PROVIDERS. ``Whenever a regulated entity or the Office of Finance causes to be performed for itself, by contract or otherwise, any activity that is permissible for the regulated entity or the Office of Finance, whether on or off its premises-- ``(1) such performance shall be subject to regulation and examination by the Director to the same extent as if such activity were being performed by such entity or Office itself on its own premises; and ``(2) the regulated entity or Office of Finance shall notify the Director of the existence of the service relationship within thirty days after the making of such service contract or the performance of the activity by the service provider, whichever occurs first.''. <all>

To amend the Federal Credit Union Act to modify requirements relating to the regulation and examination of credit union organizations and service providers, to provide the Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency with the authority to regulate the provision of services provided to the Government-sponsored enterprises and Federal Home Loan Banks, and for other purposes. Section 206A of the Federal Credit Union Act (12 U.S.C. 1786a) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)(1), by striking ``that'' and inserting ``an''; (2) in subsection (c)(2), by inserting after ``shall notify the Board'' the following: ``, in a manner and method prescribed by the Board,''; and (3) by striking subsection (f).

To amend the Federal Credit Union Act to modify requirements relating to the regulation and examination of credit union organizations and service providers, to provide the Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency with the authority to regulate the provision of services provided to the Government-sponsored enterprises and Federal Home Loan Banks, and for other purposes. Section 206A of the Federal Credit Union Act (12 U.S.C. 1786a) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)(1), by striking ``that'' and inserting ``an''; (2) in subsection (c)(2), by inserting after ``shall notify the Board'' the following: ``, in a manner and method prescribed by the Board,''; and (3) by striking subsection (f).

To amend the Federal Credit Union Act to modify requirements relating to the regulation and examination of credit union organizations and service providers, to provide the Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency with the authority to regulate the provision of services provided to the Government-sponsored enterprises and Federal Home Loan Banks, and for other purposes. Section 206A of the Federal Credit Union Act (12 U.S.C. 1786a) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)(1), by striking ``that'' and inserting ``an''; (2) in subsection (c)(2), by inserting after ``shall notify the Board'' the following: ``, in a manner and method prescribed by the Board,''; and (3) by striking subsection (f).

To amend the Federal Credit Union Act to modify requirements relating to the regulation and examination of credit union organizations and service providers, to provide the Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency with the authority to regulate the provision of services provided to the Government-sponsored enterprises and Federal Home Loan Banks, and for other purposes. Section 206A of the Federal Credit Union Act (12 U.S.C. 1786a) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)(1), by striking ``that'' and inserting ``an''; (2) in subsection (c)(2), by inserting after ``shall notify the Board'' the following: ``, in a manner and method prescribed by the Board,''; and (3) by striking subsection (f).

To amend the Federal Credit Union Act to modify requirements relating to the regulation and examination of credit union organizations and service providers, to provide the Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency with the authority to regulate the provision of services provided to the Government-sponsored enterprises and Federal Home Loan Banks, and for other purposes. Section 206A of the Federal Credit Union Act (12 U.S.C. 1786a) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)(1), by striking ``that'' and inserting ``an''; (2) in subsection (c)(2), by inserting after ``shall notify the Board'' the following: ``, in a manner and method prescribed by the Board,''; and (3) by striking subsection (f).

To amend the Federal Credit Union Act to modify requirements relating to the regulation and examination of credit union organizations and service providers, to provide the Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency with the authority to regulate the provision of services provided to the Government-sponsored enterprises and Federal Home Loan Banks, and for other purposes. Section 206A of the Federal Credit Union Act (12 U.S.C. 1786a) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)(1), by striking ``that'' and inserting ``an''; (2) in subsection (c)(2), by inserting after ``shall notify the Board'' the following: ``, in a manner and method prescribed by the Board,''; and (3) by striking subsection (f).

To amend the Federal Credit Union Act to modify requirements relating to the regulation and examination of credit union organizations and service providers, to provide the Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency with the authority to regulate the provision of services provided to the Government-sponsored enterprises and Federal Home Loan Banks, and for other purposes. Section 206A of the Federal Credit Union Act (12 U.S.C. 1786a) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)(1), by striking ``that'' and inserting ``an''; (2) in subsection (c)(2), by inserting after ``shall notify the Board'' the following: ``, in a manner and method prescribed by the Board,''; and (3) by striking subsection (f).

To amend the Federal Credit Union Act to modify requirements relating to the regulation and examination of credit union organizations and service providers, to provide the Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency with the authority to regulate the provision of services provided to the Government-sponsored enterprises and Federal Home Loan Banks, and for other purposes. Section 206A of the Federal Credit Union Act (12 U.S.C. 1786a) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)(1), by striking ``that'' and inserting ``an''; (2) in subsection (c)(2), by inserting after ``shall notify the Board'' the following: ``, in a manner and method prescribed by the Board,''; and (3) by striking subsection (f).

To amend the Federal Credit Union Act to modify requirements relating to the regulation and examination of credit union organizations and service providers, to provide the Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency with the authority to regulate the provision of services provided to the Government-sponsored enterprises and Federal Home Loan Banks, and for other purposes. Section 206A of the Federal Credit Union Act (12 U.S.C. 1786a) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)(1), by striking ``that'' and inserting ``an''; (2) in subsection (c)(2), by inserting after ``shall notify the Board'' the following: ``, in a manner and method prescribed by the Board,''; and (3) by striking subsection (f).

To amend the Federal Credit Union Act to modify requirements relating to the regulation and examination of credit union organizations and service providers, to provide the Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency with the authority to regulate the provision of services provided to the Government-sponsored enterprises and Federal Home Loan Banks, and for other purposes. Section 206A of the Federal Credit Union Act (12 U.S.C. 1786a) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)(1), by striking ``that'' and inserting ``an''; (2) in subsection (c)(2), by inserting after ``shall notify the Board'' the following: ``, in a manner and method prescribed by the Board,''; and (3) by striking subsection (f).

H.R.7581

Native Americans

Yurok Lands Act of 2022 This bill addresses the management of Yurok Reservation lands. The Department of the Interior must enter into a cooperative agreement with the Yurok Tribe for protecting the natural resources of Redwood National Park. The bill confirms the 2006 Cooperative Agreement between the Department of the Interior and the Yurok Tribe for the Cooperative Management of Tribal and Federal Lands and Resources in the Klamath River Basin of California and authorizes Interior to implement the agreement. The Forest Service must transfer approximately 1,229 acres in the Yurok Experimental Forest and Six Rivers National Forest to Interior. That land must be held in trust for the benefit of the tribe and be managed by the tribe for conservation and research purposes. The land may not be used for gaming activity or for old growth logging. Interior must revise the boundary of the reservation as depicted on the map titled Proposed Yurok Reservation Boundary and dated March 30, 2022. National Forest System land and National Park System land within the revised reservation must be administered by the Forest Service and the National Park Service, respectively. The bill gives the tribe the option to expand its role in the environmental review process with respect to major federal actions within the revised Yurok Reservation. The bill designates the Bald Hills Road, which runs from U.S. Highway 101 to the Klamath River, as the Yurok Scenic Byway. The bill ratifies and confirms the tribe's governing documents.

To recognize tribal cooperation in the environmental review of proposed actions affecting the revised Yurok Reservation, 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 ``Yurok Lands Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. For the purposes of this Act: (1) Federal agency.--The term ``Federal agency'' has the same meaning given that term in section 1508.12 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, except that such term shall not include States, units of general local government, and Indian Tribes. (2) NEPA.--The term ``NEPA'' means the National Environmental Policy Act, as amended (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.). (3) Revised yurok reservation.--The term ``revised Yurok Reservation'' means the land within the exterior boundary of the Yurok Reservation as revised in section 4(a), except land owned in fee by or held in trust by the United States for the benefit of a federally recognized Indian Tribe other than the Yurok Tribe. (4) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior, the Secretary of Agriculture, or the Secretary of Transportation, as appropriate. (5) Tribe.--The term ``Tribe'' means the Yurok Tribe, a federally recognized Indian Tribe. SEC. 3. LAND TO BE HELD IN TRUST FOR THE TRIBE. (a) In General.--Subject to any valid existing rights, the Secretary of Agriculture shall transfer to the Secretary of the Interior administrative jurisdiction over approximately 1,229 acres in the Yurok Experimental Forest and Six Rivers National Forest, as generally depicted on the map entitled ``Experimental Forest'' and dated October 4, 2016. The map shall be on file and available for public inspection in the appropriate offices of the Forest Service. (b) Administration.--The Secretary of the Interior shall hold the land transferred under subsection (a) in trust for the benefit of the Tribe. (c) Tribal Land Use Management Plan.--The Tribe shall develop a Tribal Land Use Management Plan in accordance with NEPA requirements for the land held in trust pursuant to subsection (b). (d) Government-to-Government Agreements.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture and the Tribe-- (1) shall enter into government-to-government consultations; (2) shall develop protocols to ensure that research activities of the Forest Service on lands taken into trust pursuant to subsection (b) shall continue in perpetuity; and (3) may enter into cooperative agreements between the Secretary of Agriculture and the Tribe for the purpose of implementing this section. (e) Survey.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Interior shall complete a survey to establish the exterior boundaries of the land taken into trust pursuant to subsection (b). (f) Use of Trust Land.--Land taken into trust pursuant to subsection (b) shall-- (1) be managed by the Tribe for conservation and research purposes; (2) not be eligible, or considered to have been taken into trust, for any gaming activity under the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (25 U.S.C. 2701 et seq.); and (3) not be subject to old growth logging. SEC. 4. YUROK RESERVATION BOUNDARY ADJUSTMENT. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall revise the boundary of the Yurok Reservation as depicted on the map entitled ``Proposed Yurok Reservation Boundary'' and dated March 30, 2022. The map shall be on file and available for public inspection at the Office of the Regional Forester, Pacific Southwest Region, Vallejo, California, and other appropriate offices of the Forest Service. (b) Land Management.--Subject to the requirements of sections 3 and 5-- (1) all National Forest System land within the revised Yurok Reservation shall continue to be administered by the Forest Service in accordance with applicable laws and regulations; and (2) all National Park System land within the revised Yurok Reservation shall continue to be administered by the National Park Service in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. SEC. 5. TRIBAL-FEDERAL PARTNERSHIPS FOR FEDERAL LAND AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT. (a) In General.--For the purposes of any process triggered by a requirement under NEPA regarding major Federal action on Federal land within the revised Yurok Reservation, at the Tribe's option, the Tribe shall act as a joint lead agency in accordance with a Memorandum of Understanding entered into between the lead Federal agency and the Tribe not later than 30 days after the date of notice of initiation of the process. (b) Requirements for Memorandum of Understanding.--A Memorandum of Understanding entered into under this section shall-- (1) be negotiated in good faith; (2) comply with the NEPA statute and regulations; and (3) include-- (A) the respective roles and responsibilities of the Tribe and the lead Federal agency in the NEPA process; (B) mechanisms for dispute resolution; and (C) a requirement that environmental impact statements shall discuss any inconsistency of a proposed action with any plan or environmental requirement of the Tribe (whether or not federally sanctioned), and, where such an inconsistency exists, a requirement that the environmental impact statement shall describe-- (i) the extent to which the lead Federal agency would reconcile its proposed action with the plan or environmental requirement; and (ii) what mitigation measures are being imposed to lessen adverse environmental impacts of the proposal identified by the Tribe. (c) Cooperating Agency.--For the purpose of any process triggered by a requirement under NEPA regarding a major Federal action on Federal land that may affect the revised Yurok Reservation, at the option of the Tribe, the Tribe shall act as a cooperating agency. (d) No Limitation on Existing Authority.--Nothing in this section shall limit ability of the Tribe or any other federally recognized Indian Tribe to participate in any process triggered by a requirement under NEPA as a joint lead or a cooperating agency. (e) Cooperative Agreements With the Tribe.-- (1) Redwood national park.--The Secretary shall enter into a cooperative agreement with the Tribe for system unit natural resource protection for the purpose of protecting natural resources of Redwood National Park pursuant to section 101702 of title 54, United States Code. (2) Forest service.--The Secretary of Agriculture shall enter into a cooperative agreement with the Tribe that includes, at a minimum, provisions that implement section 3. (3) Tribe as an agency.--The Tribe shall be considered a State or local government agency for purposes of section 101703 of title 54, United States Code, and the Secretary shall enter into a cooperative management agreement with the Tribe pursuant to that section. (4) Confirmation and authorization of cooperative agreement related to the klamath river basin.--The 2006 ``Cooperative Agreement between the Department of the Interior and the Yurok Tribe for the Cooperative Management of Tribal and Federal Lands and Resources in the Klamath River Basin of California'' is confirmed and the Secretary is authorized to take such actions as are necessary to effectuate the agreement. (f) Self-Governance Agreements.--Federal agencies, as appropriate, shall negotiate, in good faith, self-governance agreements under this Act pursuant to the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 5301 et seq.). Program functions, services, and activities, or portions thereof, carried out by the National Park Service on Federal land within the revised Yurok Reservation shall be included in a contract or compact to the extent allowed under title I or title IV of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act. SEC. 6. YUROK SCENIC BYWAY DESIGNATION. (a) Designation of the Yurok Scenic Byway.--Bald Hills Road from its junction with U.S. Highway 101 to its terminus on the Klamath River shall be designated as the ``Yurok Scenic Byway'', an Indian Tribe scenic byway, and the Tribe shall be eligible for appropriate grants and technical assistance as authorized in section 162(b) of title 23, United States Code. (b) Continued Access and Use Retained.--The Tribe shall not prohibit or limit, and the Secretary of the Interior shall allow, continued access and use of the Bald Hills Road in accordance with section 3(b)(1) of the Act entitled ``An Act to establish a Redwood National Park in the State of California, and for other purposes'', approved October 2, 1968 (16 U.S.C. 79c). SEC. 7. CONFIRMATION OF GOVERNING BODY AND DOCUMENTS. The governing documents of the Tribe and the governing body established and elected thereunder, as recognized by the Secretary and in effect on the date of the enactment of this Act, are hereby ratified and confirmed and shall only have effect within the revised Yurok Reservation. SEC. 8. NO DELEGATION OF FEDERAL AUTHORITY OVER NON-TRIBAL LAND OR PEOPLE. Nothing in this Act shall be construed as a delegation of Federal or other authority to the Tribe, the Tribal body or any member of the Tribe, over or related to land or interests in land that are not within the revised Yurok Reservation. SEC. 9. NO ADDITIONAL AUTHORITY OR RIGHTS. Nothing in this Act shall increase, diminish, or otherwise affect the rights, privileges, or authorities of any federally recognized Indian Tribe in relation to any other federally recognized Indian Tribe. <all>

Yurok Lands Act of 2022

To recognize tribal cooperation in the environmental review of proposed actions affecting the revised Yurok Reservation, and for other purposes.

Yurok Lands Act of 2022

Rep. Huffman, Jared

D

CA

This bill addresses the management of Yurok Reservation lands. The Department of the Interior must enter into a cooperative agreement with the Yurok Tribe for protecting the natural resources of Redwood National Park. The bill confirms the 2006 Cooperative Agreement between the Department of the Interior and the Yurok Tribe for the Cooperative Management of Tribal and Federal Lands and Resources in the Klamath River Basin of California and authorizes Interior to implement the agreement. The Forest Service must transfer approximately 1,229 acres in the Yurok Experimental Forest and Six Rivers National Forest to Interior. That land must be held in trust for the benefit of the tribe and be managed by the tribe for conservation and research purposes. The land may not be used for gaming activity or for old growth logging. Interior must revise the boundary of the reservation as depicted on the map titled Proposed Yurok Reservation Boundary and dated March 30, 2022. National Forest System land and National Park System land within the revised reservation must be administered by the Forest Service and the National Park Service, respectively. The bill gives the tribe the option to expand its role in the environmental review process with respect to major federal actions within the revised Yurok Reservation. The bill designates the Bald Hills Road, which runs from U.S. Highway 101 to the Klamath River, as the Yurok Scenic Byway. The bill ratifies and confirms the tribe's governing documents.

This Act may be cited as the ``Yurok Lands Act of 2022''. 2. DEFINITIONS. (2) NEPA.--The term ``NEPA'' means the National Environmental Policy Act, as amended (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.). (4) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior, the Secretary of Agriculture, or the Secretary of Transportation, as appropriate. (5) Tribe.--The term ``Tribe'' means the Yurok Tribe, a federally recognized Indian Tribe. 3. LAND TO BE HELD IN TRUST FOR THE TRIBE. The map shall be on file and available for public inspection in the appropriate offices of the Forest Service. (e) Survey.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Interior shall complete a survey to establish the exterior boundaries of the land taken into trust pursuant to subsection (b). YUROK RESERVATION BOUNDARY ADJUSTMENT. (b) Land Management.--Subject to the requirements of sections 3 and 5-- (1) all National Forest System land within the revised Yurok Reservation shall continue to be administered by the Forest Service in accordance with applicable laws and regulations; and (2) all National Park System land within the revised Yurok Reservation shall continue to be administered by the National Park Service in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. TRIBAL-FEDERAL PARTNERSHIPS FOR FEDERAL LAND AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT. (a) In General.--For the purposes of any process triggered by a requirement under NEPA regarding major Federal action on Federal land within the revised Yurok Reservation, at the Tribe's option, the Tribe shall act as a joint lead agency in accordance with a Memorandum of Understanding entered into between the lead Federal agency and the Tribe not later than 30 days after the date of notice of initiation of the process. (3) Tribe as an agency.--The Tribe shall be considered a State or local government agency for purposes of section 101703 of title 54, United States Code, and the Secretary shall enter into a cooperative management agreement with the Tribe pursuant to that section. (f) Self-Governance Agreements.--Federal agencies, as appropriate, shall negotiate, in good faith, self-governance agreements under this Act pursuant to the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 6. YUROK SCENIC BYWAY DESIGNATION. (b) Continued Access and Use Retained.--The Tribe shall not prohibit or limit, and the Secretary of the Interior shall allow, continued access and use of the Bald Hills Road in accordance with section 3(b)(1) of the Act entitled ``An Act to establish a Redwood National Park in the State of California, and for other purposes'', approved October 2, 1968 (16 U.S.C. 79c). 7. CONFIRMATION OF GOVERNING BODY AND DOCUMENTS. 8. SEC. 9. NO ADDITIONAL AUTHORITY OR RIGHTS.

This Act may be cited as the ``Yurok Lands Act of 2022''. 2. (2) NEPA.--The term ``NEPA'' means the National Environmental Policy Act, as amended (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.). (4) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior, the Secretary of Agriculture, or the Secretary of Transportation, as appropriate. (5) Tribe.--The term ``Tribe'' means the Yurok Tribe, a federally recognized Indian Tribe. 3. LAND TO BE HELD IN TRUST FOR THE TRIBE. The map shall be on file and available for public inspection in the appropriate offices of the Forest Service. YUROK RESERVATION BOUNDARY ADJUSTMENT. (b) Land Management.--Subject to the requirements of sections 3 and 5-- (1) all National Forest System land within the revised Yurok Reservation shall continue to be administered by the Forest Service in accordance with applicable laws and regulations; and (2) all National Park System land within the revised Yurok Reservation shall continue to be administered by the National Park Service in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. TRIBAL-FEDERAL PARTNERSHIPS FOR FEDERAL LAND AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT. (a) In General.--For the purposes of any process triggered by a requirement under NEPA regarding major Federal action on Federal land within the revised Yurok Reservation, at the Tribe's option, the Tribe shall act as a joint lead agency in accordance with a Memorandum of Understanding entered into between the lead Federal agency and the Tribe not later than 30 days after the date of notice of initiation of the process. (3) Tribe as an agency.--The Tribe shall be considered a State or local government agency for purposes of section 101703 of title 54, United States Code, and the Secretary shall enter into a cooperative management agreement with the Tribe pursuant to that section. (f) Self-Governance Agreements.--Federal agencies, as appropriate, shall negotiate, in good faith, self-governance agreements under this Act pursuant to the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. YUROK SCENIC BYWAY DESIGNATION. CONFIRMATION OF GOVERNING BODY AND DOCUMENTS. SEC. NO ADDITIONAL AUTHORITY OR RIGHTS.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. This Act may be cited as the ``Yurok Lands Act of 2022''. 2. DEFINITIONS. (2) NEPA.--The term ``NEPA'' means the National Environmental Policy Act, as amended (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.). (4) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior, the Secretary of Agriculture, or the Secretary of Transportation, as appropriate. (5) Tribe.--The term ``Tribe'' means the Yurok Tribe, a federally recognized Indian Tribe. 3. LAND TO BE HELD IN TRUST FOR THE TRIBE. (a) In General.--Subject to any valid existing rights, the Secretary of Agriculture shall transfer to the Secretary of the Interior administrative jurisdiction over approximately 1,229 acres in the Yurok Experimental Forest and Six Rivers National Forest, as generally depicted on the map entitled ``Experimental Forest'' and dated October 4, 2016. The map shall be on file and available for public inspection in the appropriate offices of the Forest Service. (e) Survey.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Interior shall complete a survey to establish the exterior boundaries of the land taken into trust pursuant to subsection (b). ); and (3) not be subject to old growth logging. YUROK RESERVATION BOUNDARY ADJUSTMENT. (b) Land Management.--Subject to the requirements of sections 3 and 5-- (1) all National Forest System land within the revised Yurok Reservation shall continue to be administered by the Forest Service in accordance with applicable laws and regulations; and (2) all National Park System land within the revised Yurok Reservation shall continue to be administered by the National Park Service in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. TRIBAL-FEDERAL PARTNERSHIPS FOR FEDERAL LAND AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT. (a) In General.--For the purposes of any process triggered by a requirement under NEPA regarding major Federal action on Federal land within the revised Yurok Reservation, at the Tribe's option, the Tribe shall act as a joint lead agency in accordance with a Memorandum of Understanding entered into between the lead Federal agency and the Tribe not later than 30 days after the date of notice of initiation of the process. (b) Requirements for Memorandum of Understanding.--A Memorandum of Understanding entered into under this section shall-- (1) be negotiated in good faith; (2) comply with the NEPA statute and regulations; and (3) include-- (A) the respective roles and responsibilities of the Tribe and the lead Federal agency in the NEPA process; (B) mechanisms for dispute resolution; and (C) a requirement that environmental impact statements shall discuss any inconsistency of a proposed action with any plan or environmental requirement of the Tribe (whether or not federally sanctioned), and, where such an inconsistency exists, a requirement that the environmental impact statement shall describe-- (i) the extent to which the lead Federal agency would reconcile its proposed action with the plan or environmental requirement; and (ii) what mitigation measures are being imposed to lessen adverse environmental impacts of the proposal identified by the Tribe. (3) Tribe as an agency.--The Tribe shall be considered a State or local government agency for purposes of section 101703 of title 54, United States Code, and the Secretary shall enter into a cooperative management agreement with the Tribe pursuant to that section. (4) Confirmation and authorization of cooperative agreement related to the klamath river basin.--The 2006 ``Cooperative Agreement between the Department of the Interior and the Yurok Tribe for the Cooperative Management of Tribal and Federal Lands and Resources in the Klamath River Basin of California'' is confirmed and the Secretary is authorized to take such actions as are necessary to effectuate the agreement. (f) Self-Governance Agreements.--Federal agencies, as appropriate, shall negotiate, in good faith, self-governance agreements under this Act pursuant to the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 6. YUROK SCENIC BYWAY DESIGNATION. (b) Continued Access and Use Retained.--The Tribe shall not prohibit or limit, and the Secretary of the Interior shall allow, continued access and use of the Bald Hills Road in accordance with section 3(b)(1) of the Act entitled ``An Act to establish a Redwood National Park in the State of California, and for other purposes'', approved October 2, 1968 (16 U.S.C. 79c). 7. CONFIRMATION OF GOVERNING BODY AND DOCUMENTS. 8. SEC. 9. NO ADDITIONAL AUTHORITY OR RIGHTS.

To recognize tribal cooperation in the environmental review of proposed actions affecting the revised Yurok Reservation, 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 ``Yurok Lands Act of 2022''. 2. DEFINITIONS. (2) NEPA.--The term ``NEPA'' means the National Environmental Policy Act, as amended (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.). (4) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior, the Secretary of Agriculture, or the Secretary of Transportation, as appropriate. (5) Tribe.--The term ``Tribe'' means the Yurok Tribe, a federally recognized Indian Tribe. 3. LAND TO BE HELD IN TRUST FOR THE TRIBE. (a) In General.--Subject to any valid existing rights, the Secretary of Agriculture shall transfer to the Secretary of the Interior administrative jurisdiction over approximately 1,229 acres in the Yurok Experimental Forest and Six Rivers National Forest, as generally depicted on the map entitled ``Experimental Forest'' and dated October 4, 2016. The map shall be on file and available for public inspection in the appropriate offices of the Forest Service. (b) Administration.--The Secretary of the Interior shall hold the land transferred under subsection (a) in trust for the benefit of the Tribe. (e) Survey.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Interior shall complete a survey to establish the exterior boundaries of the land taken into trust pursuant to subsection (b). (f) Use of Trust Land.--Land taken into trust pursuant to subsection (b) shall-- (1) be managed by the Tribe for conservation and research purposes; (2) not be eligible, or considered to have been taken into trust, for any gaming activity under the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (25 U.S.C. 2701 et seq. ); and (3) not be subject to old growth logging. YUROK RESERVATION BOUNDARY ADJUSTMENT. The map shall be on file and available for public inspection at the Office of the Regional Forester, Pacific Southwest Region, Vallejo, California, and other appropriate offices of the Forest Service. (b) Land Management.--Subject to the requirements of sections 3 and 5-- (1) all National Forest System land within the revised Yurok Reservation shall continue to be administered by the Forest Service in accordance with applicable laws and regulations; and (2) all National Park System land within the revised Yurok Reservation shall continue to be administered by the National Park Service in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. TRIBAL-FEDERAL PARTNERSHIPS FOR FEDERAL LAND AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT. (a) In General.--For the purposes of any process triggered by a requirement under NEPA regarding major Federal action on Federal land within the revised Yurok Reservation, at the Tribe's option, the Tribe shall act as a joint lead agency in accordance with a Memorandum of Understanding entered into between the lead Federal agency and the Tribe not later than 30 days after the date of notice of initiation of the process. (b) Requirements for Memorandum of Understanding.--A Memorandum of Understanding entered into under this section shall-- (1) be negotiated in good faith; (2) comply with the NEPA statute and regulations; and (3) include-- (A) the respective roles and responsibilities of the Tribe and the lead Federal agency in the NEPA process; (B) mechanisms for dispute resolution; and (C) a requirement that environmental impact statements shall discuss any inconsistency of a proposed action with any plan or environmental requirement of the Tribe (whether or not federally sanctioned), and, where such an inconsistency exists, a requirement that the environmental impact statement shall describe-- (i) the extent to which the lead Federal agency would reconcile its proposed action with the plan or environmental requirement; and (ii) what mitigation measures are being imposed to lessen adverse environmental impacts of the proposal identified by the Tribe. (3) Tribe as an agency.--The Tribe shall be considered a State or local government agency for purposes of section 101703 of title 54, United States Code, and the Secretary shall enter into a cooperative management agreement with the Tribe pursuant to that section. (4) Confirmation and authorization of cooperative agreement related to the klamath river basin.--The 2006 ``Cooperative Agreement between the Department of the Interior and the Yurok Tribe for the Cooperative Management of Tribal and Federal Lands and Resources in the Klamath River Basin of California'' is confirmed and the Secretary is authorized to take such actions as are necessary to effectuate the agreement. (f) Self-Governance Agreements.--Federal agencies, as appropriate, shall negotiate, in good faith, self-governance agreements under this Act pursuant to the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 5301 et seq.). 6. YUROK SCENIC BYWAY DESIGNATION. (b) Continued Access and Use Retained.--The Tribe shall not prohibit or limit, and the Secretary of the Interior shall allow, continued access and use of the Bald Hills Road in accordance with section 3(b)(1) of the Act entitled ``An Act to establish a Redwood National Park in the State of California, and for other purposes'', approved October 2, 1968 (16 U.S.C. 79c). 7. CONFIRMATION OF GOVERNING BODY AND DOCUMENTS. The governing documents of the Tribe and the governing body established and elected thereunder, as recognized by the Secretary and in effect on the date of the enactment of this Act, are hereby ratified and confirmed and shall only have effect within the revised Yurok Reservation. 8. NO DELEGATION OF FEDERAL AUTHORITY OVER NON-TRIBAL LAND OR PEOPLE. SEC. 9. NO ADDITIONAL AUTHORITY OR RIGHTS. Nothing in this Act shall increase, diminish, or otherwise affect the rights, privileges, or authorities of any federally recognized Indian Tribe in relation to any other federally recognized Indian Tribe.

To recognize tribal cooperation in the environmental review of proposed actions affecting the revised Yurok Reservation, and for other purposes. 2) NEPA.--The term ``NEPA'' means the National Environmental Policy Act, as amended (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.). ( (a) In General.--Subject to any valid existing rights, the Secretary of Agriculture shall transfer to the Secretary of the Interior administrative jurisdiction over approximately 1,229 acres in the Yurok Experimental Forest and Six Rivers National Forest, as generally depicted on the map entitled ``Experimental Forest'' and dated October 4, 2016. d) Government-to-Government Agreements.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture and the Tribe-- (1) shall enter into government-to-government consultations; (2) shall develop protocols to ensure that research activities of the Forest Service on lands taken into trust pursuant to subsection (b) shall continue in perpetuity; and (3) may enter into cooperative agreements between the Secretary of Agriculture and the Tribe for the purpose of implementing this section. ( (f) Use of Trust Land.--Land taken into trust pursuant to subsection (b) shall-- (1) be managed by the Tribe for conservation and research purposes; (2) not be eligible, or considered to have been taken into trust, for any gaming activity under the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (25 U.S.C. 2701 et seq. ); a) In General.--The Secretary shall revise the boundary of the Yurok Reservation as depicted on the map entitled ``Proposed Yurok Reservation Boundary'' and dated March 30, 2022. (a) In General.--For the purposes of any process triggered by a requirement under NEPA regarding major Federal action on Federal land within the revised Yurok Reservation, at the Tribe's option, the Tribe shall act as a joint lead agency in accordance with a Memorandum of Understanding entered into between the lead Federal agency and the Tribe not later than 30 days after the date of notice of initiation of the process. ( (c) Cooperating Agency.--For the purpose of any process triggered by a requirement under NEPA regarding a major Federal action on Federal land that may affect the revised Yurok Reservation, at the option of the Tribe, the Tribe shall act as a cooperating agency. ( e) Cooperative Agreements With the Tribe.-- (1) Redwood national park.--The Secretary shall enter into a cooperative agreement with the Tribe for system unit natural resource protection for the purpose of protecting natural resources of Redwood National Park pursuant to section 101702 of title 54, United States Code. ( (4) Confirmation and authorization of cooperative agreement related to the klamath river basin.--The 2006 ``Cooperative Agreement between the Department of the Interior and the Yurok Tribe for the Cooperative Management of Tribal and Federal Lands and Resources in the Klamath River Basin of California'' is confirmed and the Secretary is authorized to take such actions as are necessary to effectuate the agreement. ( a) Designation of the Yurok Scenic Byway.--Bald Hills Road from its junction with U.S. Highway 101 to its terminus on the Klamath River shall be designated as the ``Yurok Scenic Byway'', an Indian Tribe scenic byway, and the Tribe shall be eligible for appropriate grants and technical assistance as authorized in section 162(b) of title 23, United States Code. (b) Continued Access and Use Retained.--The Tribe shall not prohibit or limit, and the Secretary of the Interior shall allow, continued access and use of the Bald Hills Road in accordance with section 3(b)(1) of the Act entitled ``An Act to establish a Redwood National Park in the State of California, and for other purposes'', approved October 2, 1968 (16 U.S.C. 79c). Nothing in this Act shall be construed as a delegation of Federal or other authority to the Tribe, the Tribal body or any member of the Tribe, over or related to land or interests in land that are not within the revised Yurok Reservation.

To recognize tribal cooperation in the environmental review of proposed actions affecting the revised Yurok Reservation, and for other purposes. LAND TO BE HELD IN TRUST FOR THE TRIBE. ( c) Tribal Land Use Management Plan.--The Tribe shall develop a Tribal Land Use Management Plan in accordance with NEPA requirements for the land held in trust pursuant to subsection (b). (d) Government-to-Government Agreements.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture and the Tribe-- (1) shall enter into government-to-government consultations; (2) shall develop protocols to ensure that research activities of the Forest Service on lands taken into trust pursuant to subsection (b) shall continue in perpetuity; and (3) may enter into cooperative agreements between the Secretary of Agriculture and the Tribe for the purpose of implementing this section. ( f) Use of Trust Land.--Land taken into trust pursuant to subsection (b) shall-- (1) be managed by the Tribe for conservation and research purposes; (2) not be eligible, or considered to have been taken into trust, for any gaming activity under the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (25 U.S.C. 2701 et seq. ); (a) In General.--For the purposes of any process triggered by a requirement under NEPA regarding major Federal action on Federal land within the revised Yurok Reservation, at the Tribe's option, the Tribe shall act as a joint lead agency in accordance with a Memorandum of Understanding entered into between the lead Federal agency and the Tribe not later than 30 days after the date of notice of initiation of the process. ( c) Cooperating Agency.--For the purpose of any process triggered by a requirement under NEPA regarding a major Federal action on Federal land that may affect the revised Yurok Reservation, at the option of the Tribe, the Tribe shall act as a cooperating agency. ( (3) Tribe as an agency.--The Tribe shall be considered a State or local government agency for purposes of section 101703 of title 54, United States Code, and the Secretary shall enter into a cooperative management agreement with the Tribe pursuant to that section. ( b) Continued Access and Use Retained.--The Tribe shall not prohibit or limit, and the Secretary of the Interior shall allow, continued access and use of the Bald Hills Road in accordance with section 3(b)(1) of the Act entitled ``An Act to establish a Redwood National Park in the State of California, and for other purposes'', approved October 2, 1968 (16 U.S.C. 79c). The governing documents of the Tribe and the governing body established and elected thereunder, as recognized by the Secretary and in effect on the date of the enactment of this Act, are hereby ratified and confirmed and shall only have effect within the revised Yurok Reservation. Nothing in this Act shall increase, diminish, or otherwise affect the rights, privileges, or authorities of any federally recognized Indian Tribe in relation to any other federally recognized Indian Tribe.

To recognize tribal cooperation in the environmental review of proposed actions affecting the revised Yurok Reservation, and for other purposes. LAND TO BE HELD IN TRUST FOR THE TRIBE. ( c) Tribal Land Use Management Plan.--The Tribe shall develop a Tribal Land Use Management Plan in accordance with NEPA requirements for the land held in trust pursuant to subsection (b). (d) Government-to-Government Agreements.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture and the Tribe-- (1) shall enter into government-to-government consultations; (2) shall develop protocols to ensure that research activities of the Forest Service on lands taken into trust pursuant to subsection (b) shall continue in perpetuity; and (3) may enter into cooperative agreements between the Secretary of Agriculture and the Tribe for the purpose of implementing this section. ( f) Use of Trust Land.--Land taken into trust pursuant to subsection (b) shall-- (1) be managed by the Tribe for conservation and research purposes; (2) not be eligible, or considered to have been taken into trust, for any gaming activity under the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (25 U.S.C. 2701 et seq. ); (a) In General.--For the purposes of any process triggered by a requirement under NEPA regarding major Federal action on Federal land within the revised Yurok Reservation, at the Tribe's option, the Tribe shall act as a joint lead agency in accordance with a Memorandum of Understanding entered into between the lead Federal agency and the Tribe not later than 30 days after the date of notice of initiation of the process. ( c) Cooperating Agency.--For the purpose of any process triggered by a requirement under NEPA regarding a major Federal action on Federal land that may affect the revised Yurok Reservation, at the option of the Tribe, the Tribe shall act as a cooperating agency. ( (3) Tribe as an agency.--The Tribe shall be considered a State or local government agency for purposes of section 101703 of title 54, United States Code, and the Secretary shall enter into a cooperative management agreement with the Tribe pursuant to that section. ( b) Continued Access and Use Retained.--The Tribe shall not prohibit or limit, and the Secretary of the Interior shall allow, continued access and use of the Bald Hills Road in accordance with section 3(b)(1) of the Act entitled ``An Act to establish a Redwood National Park in the State of California, and for other purposes'', approved October 2, 1968 (16 U.S.C. 79c). The governing documents of the Tribe and the governing body established and elected thereunder, as recognized by the Secretary and in effect on the date of the enactment of this Act, are hereby ratified and confirmed and shall only have effect within the revised Yurok Reservation. Nothing in this Act shall increase, diminish, or otherwise affect the rights, privileges, or authorities of any federally recognized Indian Tribe in relation to any other federally recognized Indian Tribe.

To recognize tribal cooperation in the environmental review of proposed actions affecting the revised Yurok Reservation, and for other purposes. 2) NEPA.--The term ``NEPA'' means the National Environmental Policy Act, as amended (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.). ( (a) In General.--Subject to any valid existing rights, the Secretary of Agriculture shall transfer to the Secretary of the Interior administrative jurisdiction over approximately 1,229 acres in the Yurok Experimental Forest and Six Rivers National Forest, as generally depicted on the map entitled ``Experimental Forest'' and dated October 4, 2016. d) Government-to-Government Agreements.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture and the Tribe-- (1) shall enter into government-to-government consultations; (2) shall develop protocols to ensure that research activities of the Forest Service on lands taken into trust pursuant to subsection (b) shall continue in perpetuity; and (3) may enter into cooperative agreements between the Secretary of Agriculture and the Tribe for the purpose of implementing this section. ( (f) Use of Trust Land.--Land taken into trust pursuant to subsection (b) shall-- (1) be managed by the Tribe for conservation and research purposes; (2) not be eligible, or considered to have been taken into trust, for any gaming activity under the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (25 U.S.C. 2701 et seq. ); a) In General.--The Secretary shall revise the boundary of the Yurok Reservation as depicted on the map entitled ``Proposed Yurok Reservation Boundary'' and dated March 30, 2022. (a) In General.--For the purposes of any process triggered by a requirement under NEPA regarding major Federal action on Federal land within the revised Yurok Reservation, at the Tribe's option, the Tribe shall act as a joint lead agency in accordance with a Memorandum of Understanding entered into between the lead Federal agency and the Tribe not later than 30 days after the date of notice of initiation of the process. ( (c) Cooperating Agency.--For the purpose of any process triggered by a requirement under NEPA regarding a major Federal action on Federal land that may affect the revised Yurok Reservation, at the option of the Tribe, the Tribe shall act as a cooperating agency. ( e) Cooperative Agreements With the Tribe.-- (1) Redwood national park.--The Secretary shall enter into a cooperative agreement with the Tribe for system unit natural resource protection for the purpose of protecting natural resources of Redwood National Park pursuant to section 101702 of title 54, United States Code. ( (4) Confirmation and authorization of cooperative agreement related to the klamath river basin.--The 2006 ``Cooperative Agreement between the Department of the Interior and the Yurok Tribe for the Cooperative Management of Tribal and Federal Lands and Resources in the Klamath River Basin of California'' is confirmed and the Secretary is authorized to take such actions as are necessary to effectuate the agreement. ( a) Designation of the Yurok Scenic Byway.--Bald Hills Road from its junction with U.S. Highway 101 to its terminus on the Klamath River shall be designated as the ``Yurok Scenic Byway'', an Indian Tribe scenic byway, and the Tribe shall be eligible for appropriate grants and technical assistance as authorized in section 162(b) of title 23, United States Code. (b) Continued Access and Use Retained.--The Tribe shall not prohibit or limit, and the Secretary of the Interior shall allow, continued access and use of the Bald Hills Road in accordance with section 3(b)(1) of the Act entitled ``An Act to establish a Redwood National Park in the State of California, and for other purposes'', approved October 2, 1968 (16 U.S.C. 79c). Nothing in this Act shall be construed as a delegation of Federal or other authority to the Tribe, the Tribal body or any member of the Tribe, over or related to land or interests in land that are not within the revised Yurok Reservation.

To recognize tribal cooperation in the environmental review of proposed actions affecting the revised Yurok Reservation, and for other purposes. LAND TO BE HELD IN TRUST FOR THE TRIBE. ( c) Tribal Land Use Management Plan.--The Tribe shall develop a Tribal Land Use Management Plan in accordance with NEPA requirements for the land held in trust pursuant to subsection (b). (d) Government-to-Government Agreements.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture and the Tribe-- (1) shall enter into government-to-government consultations; (2) shall develop protocols to ensure that research activities of the Forest Service on lands taken into trust pursuant to subsection (b) shall continue in perpetuity; and (3) may enter into cooperative agreements between the Secretary of Agriculture and the Tribe for the purpose of implementing this section. ( f) Use of Trust Land.--Land taken into trust pursuant to subsection (b) shall-- (1) be managed by the Tribe for conservation and research purposes; (2) not be eligible, or considered to have been taken into trust, for any gaming activity under the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (25 U.S.C. 2701 et seq. ); (a) In General.--For the purposes of any process triggered by a requirement under NEPA regarding major Federal action on Federal land within the revised Yurok Reservation, at the Tribe's option, the Tribe shall act as a joint lead agency in accordance with a Memorandum of Understanding entered into between the lead Federal agency and the Tribe not later than 30 days after the date of notice of initiation of the process. ( c) Cooperating Agency.--For the purpose of any process triggered by a requirement under NEPA regarding a major Federal action on Federal land that may affect the revised Yurok Reservation, at the option of the Tribe, the Tribe shall act as a cooperating agency. ( (3) Tribe as an agency.--The Tribe shall be considered a State or local government agency for purposes of section 101703 of title 54, United States Code, and the Secretary shall enter into a cooperative management agreement with the Tribe pursuant to that section. ( b) Continued Access and Use Retained.--The Tribe shall not prohibit or limit, and the Secretary of the Interior shall allow, continued access and use of the Bald Hills Road in accordance with section 3(b)(1) of the Act entitled ``An Act to establish a Redwood National Park in the State of California, and for other purposes'', approved October 2, 1968 (16 U.S.C. 79c). The governing documents of the Tribe and the governing body established and elected thereunder, as recognized by the Secretary and in effect on the date of the enactment of this Act, are hereby ratified and confirmed and shall only have effect within the revised Yurok Reservation. Nothing in this Act shall increase, diminish, or otherwise affect the rights, privileges, or authorities of any federally recognized Indian Tribe in relation to any other federally recognized Indian Tribe.

To recognize tribal cooperation in the environmental review of proposed actions affecting the revised Yurok Reservation, and for other purposes. 2) NEPA.--The term ``NEPA'' means the National Environmental Policy Act, as amended (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.). ( (a) In General.--Subject to any valid existing rights, the Secretary of Agriculture shall transfer to the Secretary of the Interior administrative jurisdiction over approximately 1,229 acres in the Yurok Experimental Forest and Six Rivers National Forest, as generally depicted on the map entitled ``Experimental Forest'' and dated October 4, 2016. d) Government-to-Government Agreements.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture and the Tribe-- (1) shall enter into government-to-government consultations; (2) shall develop protocols to ensure that research activities of the Forest Service on lands taken into trust pursuant to subsection (b) shall continue in perpetuity; and (3) may enter into cooperative agreements between the Secretary of Agriculture and the Tribe for the purpose of implementing this section. ( (f) Use of Trust Land.--Land taken into trust pursuant to subsection (b) shall-- (1) be managed by the Tribe for conservation and research purposes; (2) not be eligible, or considered to have been taken into trust, for any gaming activity under the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (25 U.S.C. 2701 et seq. ); a) In General.--The Secretary shall revise the boundary of the Yurok Reservation as depicted on the map entitled ``Proposed Yurok Reservation Boundary'' and dated March 30, 2022. (a) In General.--For the purposes of any process triggered by a requirement under NEPA regarding major Federal action on Federal land within the revised Yurok Reservation, at the Tribe's option, the Tribe shall act as a joint lead agency in accordance with a Memorandum of Understanding entered into between the lead Federal agency and the Tribe not later than 30 days after the date of notice of initiation of the process. ( (c) Cooperating Agency.--For the purpose of any process triggered by a requirement under NEPA regarding a major Federal action on Federal land that may affect the revised Yurok Reservation, at the option of the Tribe, the Tribe shall act as a cooperating agency. ( e) Cooperative Agreements With the Tribe.-- (1) Redwood national park.--The Secretary shall enter into a cooperative agreement with the Tribe for system unit natural resource protection for the purpose of protecting natural resources of Redwood National Park pursuant to section 101702 of title 54, United States Code. ( (4) Confirmation and authorization of cooperative agreement related to the klamath river basin.--The 2006 ``Cooperative Agreement between the Department of the Interior and the Yurok Tribe for the Cooperative Management of Tribal and Federal Lands and Resources in the Klamath River Basin of California'' is confirmed and the Secretary is authorized to take such actions as are necessary to effectuate the agreement. ( a) Designation of the Yurok Scenic Byway.--Bald Hills Road from its junction with U.S. Highway 101 to its terminus on the Klamath River shall be designated as the ``Yurok Scenic Byway'', an Indian Tribe scenic byway, and the Tribe shall be eligible for appropriate grants and technical assistance as authorized in section 162(b) of title 23, United States Code. (b) Continued Access and Use Retained.--The Tribe shall not prohibit or limit, and the Secretary of the Interior shall allow, continued access and use of the Bald Hills Road in accordance with section 3(b)(1) of the Act entitled ``An Act to establish a Redwood National Park in the State of California, and for other purposes'', approved October 2, 1968 (16 U.S.C. 79c). Nothing in this Act shall be construed as a delegation of Federal or other authority to the Tribe, the Tribal body or any member of the Tribe, over or related to land or interests in land that are not within the revised Yurok Reservation.

To recognize tribal cooperation in the environmental review of proposed actions affecting the revised Yurok Reservation, and for other purposes. LAND TO BE HELD IN TRUST FOR THE TRIBE. ( c) Tribal Land Use Management Plan.--The Tribe shall develop a Tribal Land Use Management Plan in accordance with NEPA requirements for the land held in trust pursuant to subsection (b). (d) Government-to-Government Agreements.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture and the Tribe-- (1) shall enter into government-to-government consultations; (2) shall develop protocols to ensure that research activities of the Forest Service on lands taken into trust pursuant to subsection (b) shall continue in perpetuity; and (3) may enter into cooperative agreements between the Secretary of Agriculture and the Tribe for the purpose of implementing this section. ( f) Use of Trust Land.--Land taken into trust pursuant to subsection (b) shall-- (1) be managed by the Tribe for conservation and research purposes; (2) not be eligible, or considered to have been taken into trust, for any gaming activity under the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (25 U.S.C. 2701 et seq. ); (a) In General.--For the purposes of any process triggered by a requirement under NEPA regarding major Federal action on Federal land within the revised Yurok Reservation, at the Tribe's option, the Tribe shall act as a joint lead agency in accordance with a Memorandum of Understanding entered into between the lead Federal agency and the Tribe not later than 30 days after the date of notice of initiation of the process. ( c) Cooperating Agency.--For the purpose of any process triggered by a requirement under NEPA regarding a major Federal action on Federal land that may affect the revised Yurok Reservation, at the option of the Tribe, the Tribe shall act as a cooperating agency. ( (3) Tribe as an agency.--The Tribe shall be considered a State or local government agency for purposes of section 101703 of title 54, United States Code, and the Secretary shall enter into a cooperative management agreement with the Tribe pursuant to that section. ( b) Continued Access and Use Retained.--The Tribe shall not prohibit or limit, and the Secretary of the Interior shall allow, continued access and use of the Bald Hills Road in accordance with section 3(b)(1) of the Act entitled ``An Act to establish a Redwood National Park in the State of California, and for other purposes'', approved October 2, 1968 (16 U.S.C. 79c). The governing documents of the Tribe and the governing body established and elected thereunder, as recognized by the Secretary and in effect on the date of the enactment of this Act, are hereby ratified and confirmed and shall only have effect within the revised Yurok Reservation. Nothing in this Act shall increase, diminish, or otherwise affect the rights, privileges, or authorities of any federally recognized Indian Tribe in relation to any other federally recognized Indian Tribe.

To recognize tribal cooperation in the environmental review of proposed actions affecting the revised Yurok Reservation, and for other purposes. d) Government-to-Government Agreements.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture and the Tribe-- (1) shall enter into government-to-government consultations; (2) shall develop protocols to ensure that research activities of the Forest Service on lands taken into trust pursuant to subsection (b) shall continue in perpetuity; and (3) may enter into cooperative agreements between the Secretary of Agriculture and the Tribe for the purpose of implementing this section. ( ( ); a) In General.--The Secretary shall revise the boundary of the Yurok Reservation as depicted on the map entitled ``Proposed Yurok Reservation Boundary'' and dated March 30, 2022. ( c) Cooperating Agency.--For the purpose of any process triggered by a requirement under NEPA regarding a major Federal action on Federal land that may affect the revised Yurok Reservation, at the option of the Tribe, the Tribe shall act as a cooperating agency. ( ( (4) Confirmation and authorization of cooperative agreement related to the klamath river basin.--The 2006 ``Cooperative Agreement between the Department of the Interior and the Yurok Tribe for the Cooperative Management of Tribal and Federal Lands and Resources in the Klamath River Basin of California'' is confirmed and the Secretary is authorized to take such actions as are necessary to effectuate the agreement. ( a) Designation of the Yurok Scenic Byway.--Bald Hills Road from its junction with U.S. Highway 101 to its terminus on the Klamath River shall be designated as the ``Yurok Scenic Byway'', an Indian Tribe scenic byway, and the Tribe shall be eligible for appropriate grants and technical assistance as authorized in section 162(b) of title 23, United States Code. (

To recognize tribal cooperation in the environmental review of proposed actions affecting the revised Yurok Reservation, and for other purposes. d) Government-to-Government Agreements.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture and the Tribe-- (1) shall enter into government-to-government consultations; (2) shall develop protocols to ensure that research activities of the Forest Service on lands taken into trust pursuant to subsection (b) shall continue in perpetuity; and (3) may enter into cooperative agreements between the Secretary of Agriculture and the Tribe for the purpose of implementing this section. ( ( b) Continued Access and Use Retained.--The Tribe shall not prohibit or limit, and the Secretary of the Interior shall allow, continued access and use of the Bald Hills Road in accordance with section 3(b)(1) of the Act entitled ``An Act to establish a Redwood National Park in the State of California, and for other purposes'', approved October 2, 1968 (16 U.S.C. 79c). The governing documents of the Tribe and the governing body established and elected thereunder, as recognized by the Secretary and in effect on the date of the enactment of this Act, are hereby ratified and confirmed and shall only have effect within the revised Yurok Reservation.

To recognize tribal cooperation in the environmental review of proposed actions affecting the revised Yurok Reservation, and for other purposes. d) Government-to-Government Agreements.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture and the Tribe-- (1) shall enter into government-to-government consultations; (2) shall develop protocols to ensure that research activities of the Forest Service on lands taken into trust pursuant to subsection (b) shall continue in perpetuity; and (3) may enter into cooperative agreements between the Secretary of Agriculture and the Tribe for the purpose of implementing this section. ( ( ); a) In General.--The Secretary shall revise the boundary of the Yurok Reservation as depicted on the map entitled ``Proposed Yurok Reservation Boundary'' and dated March 30, 2022. ( c) Cooperating Agency.--For the purpose of any process triggered by a requirement under NEPA regarding a major Federal action on Federal land that may affect the revised Yurok Reservation, at the option of the Tribe, the Tribe shall act as a cooperating agency. ( ( (4) Confirmation and authorization of cooperative agreement related to the klamath river basin.--The 2006 ``Cooperative Agreement between the Department of the Interior and the Yurok Tribe for the Cooperative Management of Tribal and Federal Lands and Resources in the Klamath River Basin of California'' is confirmed and the Secretary is authorized to take such actions as are necessary to effectuate the agreement. ( a) Designation of the Yurok Scenic Byway.--Bald Hills Road from its junction with U.S. Highway 101 to its terminus on the Klamath River shall be designated as the ``Yurok Scenic Byway'', an Indian Tribe scenic byway, and the Tribe shall be eligible for appropriate grants and technical assistance as authorized in section 162(b) of title 23, United States Code. (

H.R.5217

Government Operations and Politics

Federal Acquisition E-Commerce Fairness and Competition Act This bill requires the General Services Administration (GSA) to expand the testing program for e-commerce portal models. Specifically, the GSA must (1) expand the proof-of-concept testing program by testing at least three commercial e-commerce portal models, including the E-Commerce Model, the E-Procurement Model, and the E-Marketplace Model (as described in a GSA implementation plan published in March 2018), to ensure that such program is representative of available commercial e-commerce portal models that qualify for the program; and (2) report to Congress. The GSA must ensure that a commercial e-commerce portal provider awarded a contract that is owned or controlled by a person or entity with a market capitalization greater than $600 billion at any time in the two years preceding this bill's enactment (e.g., Amazon) does not sell products through the commercial e-commerce portal that compete with products sold by any third-party supplier through such portal.

To amend section 846 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 to expand the testing program for e-commerce portal models, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Federal Acquisition E-Commerce Fairness and Competition Act''. SEC. 2. ADDITIONAL TESTING OF COMMERCIAL E-COMMERCE PORTAL MODELS FOR FEDERAL PROCUREMENT. Section 846 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 (41 U.S.C. 1901 note) is amended-- (1) in subsection (c)(3)-- (A) by striking ``Not later'' and inserting the following: ``(A) Guidance.--Not later''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(B) Initial report.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this subparagraph, the Administrator shall-- ``(i) expand the proof-of-concept testing program by testing at least 3 commercial e- commerce portal models, including the E- Commerce Model, the E-Procurement Model, and the E-Marketplace Model (as such models are described in the implementation plan of the General Services Administration published in March 2018, titled `Procurement Through Commercial E-Commerce Portals'), so as to ensure that such program is representative of available commercial e-commerce portal models that qualify under subsection (d); and ``(ii) submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report addressing the following: ``(I) A summary of the program described in clause (i) to date, including the commercial e-commerce portal providers participating in such program and the Federal agencies purchasing products under such program. ``(II) The product categories tested to date under such program. ``(III) The revenue associated with each category and commercial e-commerce portal provider tested to date under such program. ``(IV) The additional commercial e- commerce portal providers to be tested under such program. ``(V) A timeline for the completion of such program. ``(C) Final report.--Not later than 180 days after the completion of testing of all commercial e-commerce portal models, the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report on the results of such testing that includes-- ``(i) an examination and comparison of each commercial e-commerce portal provider with respect to-- ``(I) pricing; ``(II) product quality; ``(III) supplier reliability and service; ``(IV) security of Federal Government information and third-party supplier proprietary information; ``(V) protections against counterfeit merchandise; ``(VI) whether products prohibited by law or rule, including products referenced in section 889 of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (41 U.S.C. 3901 note), have been offered for sale by any supplier through such commercial e-commerce portal provider; and ``(VII) supply chain risks, particularly with respect to healthcare and information technology products; and ``(ii) a comparison of the convenience of each commercial e-commerce portal provider with its overall adherence to Federal procurement rules and policies.''; and (2) in subsection (d)-- (A) by striking ``The Administrator'' and inserting the following: ``(1) In general.--The Administrator''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(2) Limitation.--The Administrator shall ensure that a commercial e-commerce portal provider awarded a contract pursuant to subsection (a), that is owned or controlled by a person or entity with a market capitalization greater than $600,000,000,000 at any time in the 2 years preceding the date of the enactment of this paragraph, does not sell products through the commercial e-commerce portal operated by such portal provider that compete with products sold by any third- party supplier through such portal.''. <all>

Federal Acquisition E-Commerce Fairness and Competition Act

To amend section 846 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 to expand the testing program for e-commerce portal models, and for other purposes.

Federal Acquisition E-Commerce Fairness and Competition Act

Rep. Escobar, Veronica

D

TX

This bill requires the General Services Administration (GSA) to expand the testing program for e-commerce portal models. Specifically, the GSA must (1) expand the proof-of-concept testing program by testing at least three commercial e-commerce portal models, including the E-Commerce Model, the E-Procurement Model, and the E-Marketplace Model (as described in a GSA implementation plan published in March 2018), to ensure that such program is representative of available commercial e-commerce portal models that qualify for the program; and (2) report to Congress. The GSA must ensure that a commercial e-commerce portal provider awarded a contract that is owned or controlled by a person or entity with a market capitalization greater than $600 billion at any time in the two years preceding this bill's enactment (e.g., Amazon) does not sell products through the commercial e-commerce portal that compete with products sold by any third-party supplier through such portal.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Federal Acquisition E-Commerce Fairness and Competition Act''. SEC. 2. ADDITIONAL TESTING OF COMMERCIAL E-COMMERCE PORTAL MODELS FOR FEDERAL PROCUREMENT. Section 846 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 (41 U.S.C. ``(II) The product categories tested to date under such program. ``(V) A timeline for the completion of such program. ``(C) Final report.--Not later than 180 days after the completion of testing of all commercial e-commerce portal models, the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report on the results of such testing that includes-- ``(i) an examination and comparison of each commercial e-commerce portal provider with respect to-- ``(I) pricing; ``(II) product quality; ``(III) supplier reliability and service; ``(IV) security of Federal Government information and third-party supplier proprietary information; ``(V) protections against counterfeit merchandise; ``(VI) whether products prohibited by law or rule, including products referenced in section 889 of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (41 U.S.C. 3901 note), have been offered for sale by any supplier through such commercial e-commerce portal provider; and ``(VII) supply chain risks, particularly with respect to healthcare and information technology products; and ``(ii) a comparison of the convenience of each commercial e-commerce portal provider with its overall adherence to Federal procurement rules and policies. ''; and (2) in subsection (d)-- (A) by striking ``The Administrator'' and inserting the following: ``(1) In general.--The Administrator''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(2) Limitation.--The Administrator shall ensure that a commercial e-commerce portal provider awarded a contract pursuant to subsection (a), that is owned or controlled by a person or entity with a market capitalization greater than $600,000,000,000 at any time in the 2 years preceding the date of the enactment of this paragraph, does not sell products through the commercial e-commerce portal operated by such portal provider that compete with products sold by any third- party supplier through such portal.''.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Federal Acquisition E-Commerce Fairness and Competition Act''. SEC. 2. ADDITIONAL TESTING OF COMMERCIAL E-COMMERCE PORTAL MODELS FOR FEDERAL PROCUREMENT. Section 846 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 (41 U.S.C. ``(II) The product categories tested to date under such program. ``(V) A timeline for the completion of such program. ``(C) Final report.--Not later than 180 days after the completion of testing of all commercial e-commerce portal models, the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report on the results of such testing that includes-- ``(i) an examination and comparison of each commercial e-commerce portal provider with respect to-- ``(I) pricing; ``(II) product quality; ``(III) supplier reliability and service; ``(IV) security of Federal Government information and third-party supplier proprietary information; ``(V) protections against counterfeit merchandise; ``(VI) whether products prohibited by law or rule, including products referenced in section 889 of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (41 U.S.C. 3901 note), have been offered for sale by any supplier through such commercial e-commerce portal provider; and ``(VII) supply chain risks, particularly with respect to healthcare and information technology products; and ``(ii) a comparison of the convenience of each commercial e-commerce portal provider with its overall adherence to Federal procurement rules and policies. ''; and (2) in subsection (d)-- (A) by striking ``The Administrator'' and inserting the following: ``(1) In general.--The Administrator''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(2) Limitation.--The Administrator shall ensure that a commercial e-commerce portal provider awarded a contract pursuant to subsection (a), that is owned or controlled by a person or entity with a market capitalization greater than $600,000,000,000 at any time in the 2 years preceding the date of the enactment of this paragraph, does not sell products through the commercial e-commerce portal operated by such portal provider that compete with products sold by any third- party supplier through such portal.''.

To amend section 846 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 to expand the testing program for e-commerce portal models, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Federal Acquisition E-Commerce Fairness and Competition Act''. SEC. 2. ADDITIONAL TESTING OF COMMERCIAL E-COMMERCE PORTAL MODELS FOR FEDERAL PROCUREMENT. Section 846 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 (41 U.S.C. 1901 note) is amended-- (1) in subsection (c)(3)-- (A) by striking ``Not later'' and inserting the following: ``(A) Guidance.--Not later''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(B) Initial report.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this subparagraph, the Administrator shall-- ``(i) expand the proof-of-concept testing program by testing at least 3 commercial e- commerce portal models, including the E- Commerce Model, the E-Procurement Model, and the E-Marketplace Model (as such models are described in the implementation plan of the General Services Administration published in March 2018, titled `Procurement Through Commercial E-Commerce Portals'), so as to ensure that such program is representative of available commercial e-commerce portal models that qualify under subsection (d); and ``(ii) submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report addressing the following: ``(I) A summary of the program described in clause (i) to date, including the commercial e-commerce portal providers participating in such program and the Federal agencies purchasing products under such program. ``(II) The product categories tested to date under such program. ``(III) The revenue associated with each category and commercial e-commerce portal provider tested to date under such program. ``(IV) The additional commercial e- commerce portal providers to be tested under such program. ``(V) A timeline for the completion of such program. ``(C) Final report.--Not later than 180 days after the completion of testing of all commercial e-commerce portal models, the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report on the results of such testing that includes-- ``(i) an examination and comparison of each commercial e-commerce portal provider with respect to-- ``(I) pricing; ``(II) product quality; ``(III) supplier reliability and service; ``(IV) security of Federal Government information and third-party supplier proprietary information; ``(V) protections against counterfeit merchandise; ``(VI) whether products prohibited by law or rule, including products referenced in section 889 of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (41 U.S.C. 3901 note), have been offered for sale by any supplier through such commercial e-commerce portal provider; and ``(VII) supply chain risks, particularly with respect to healthcare and information technology products; and ``(ii) a comparison of the convenience of each commercial e-commerce portal provider with its overall adherence to Federal procurement rules and policies.''; and (2) in subsection (d)-- (A) by striking ``The Administrator'' and inserting the following: ``(1) In general.--The Administrator''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(2) Limitation.--The Administrator shall ensure that a commercial e-commerce portal provider awarded a contract pursuant to subsection (a), that is owned or controlled by a person or entity with a market capitalization greater than $600,000,000,000 at any time in the 2 years preceding the date of the enactment of this paragraph, does not sell products through the commercial e-commerce portal operated by such portal provider that compete with products sold by any third- party supplier through such portal.''. <all>

To amend section 846 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 to expand the testing program for e-commerce portal models, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Federal Acquisition E-Commerce Fairness and Competition Act''. SEC. 2. ADDITIONAL TESTING OF COMMERCIAL E-COMMERCE PORTAL MODELS FOR FEDERAL PROCUREMENT. Section 846 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 (41 U.S.C. 1901 note) is amended-- (1) in subsection (c)(3)-- (A) by striking ``Not later'' and inserting the following: ``(A) Guidance.--Not later''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(B) Initial report.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this subparagraph, the Administrator shall-- ``(i) expand the proof-of-concept testing program by testing at least 3 commercial e- commerce portal models, including the E- Commerce Model, the E-Procurement Model, and the E-Marketplace Model (as such models are described in the implementation plan of the General Services Administration published in March 2018, titled `Procurement Through Commercial E-Commerce Portals'), so as to ensure that such program is representative of available commercial e-commerce portal models that qualify under subsection (d); and ``(ii) submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report addressing the following: ``(I) A summary of the program described in clause (i) to date, including the commercial e-commerce portal providers participating in such program and the Federal agencies purchasing products under such program. ``(II) The product categories tested to date under such program. ``(III) The revenue associated with each category and commercial e-commerce portal provider tested to date under such program. ``(IV) The additional commercial e- commerce portal providers to be tested under such program. ``(V) A timeline for the completion of such program. ``(C) Final report.--Not later than 180 days after the completion of testing of all commercial e-commerce portal models, the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report on the results of such testing that includes-- ``(i) an examination and comparison of each commercial e-commerce portal provider with respect to-- ``(I) pricing; ``(II) product quality; ``(III) supplier reliability and service; ``(IV) security of Federal Government information and third-party supplier proprietary information; ``(V) protections against counterfeit merchandise; ``(VI) whether products prohibited by law or rule, including products referenced in section 889 of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (41 U.S.C. 3901 note), have been offered for sale by any supplier through such commercial e-commerce portal provider; and ``(VII) supply chain risks, particularly with respect to healthcare and information technology products; and ``(ii) a comparison of the convenience of each commercial e-commerce portal provider with its overall adherence to Federal procurement rules and policies.''; and (2) in subsection (d)-- (A) by striking ``The Administrator'' and inserting the following: ``(1) In general.--The Administrator''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(2) Limitation.--The Administrator shall ensure that a commercial e-commerce portal provider awarded a contract pursuant to subsection (a), that is owned or controlled by a person or entity with a market capitalization greater than $600,000,000,000 at any time in the 2 years preceding the date of the enactment of this paragraph, does not sell products through the commercial e-commerce portal operated by such portal provider that compete with products sold by any third- party supplier through such portal.''. <all>

To amend section 846 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 to expand the testing program for e-commerce portal models, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Federal Acquisition E-Commerce Fairness and Competition Act''. ``(II) The product categories tested to date under such program. ``(III) The revenue associated with each category and commercial e-commerce portal provider tested to date under such program.

To amend section 846 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 to expand the testing program for e-commerce portal models, and for other purposes. ``(IV) The additional commercial e- commerce portal providers to be tested under such program.

To amend section 846 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 to expand the testing program for e-commerce portal models, and for other purposes. ``(IV) The additional commercial e- commerce portal providers to be tested under such program.

To amend section 846 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 to expand the testing program for e-commerce portal models, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Federal Acquisition E-Commerce Fairness and Competition Act''. ``(II) The product categories tested to date under such program. ``(III) The revenue associated with each category and commercial e-commerce portal provider tested to date under such program.

To amend section 846 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 to expand the testing program for e-commerce portal models, and for other purposes. ``(IV) The additional commercial e- commerce portal providers to be tested under such program.

To amend section 846 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 to expand the testing program for e-commerce portal models, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Federal Acquisition E-Commerce Fairness and Competition Act''. ``(II) The product categories tested to date under such program. ``(III) The revenue associated with each category and commercial e-commerce portal provider tested to date under such program.

To amend section 846 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 to expand the testing program for e-commerce portal models, and for other purposes. ``(IV) The additional commercial e- commerce portal providers to be tested under such program.

To amend section 846 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 to expand the testing program for e-commerce portal models, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Federal Acquisition E-Commerce Fairness and Competition Act''. ``(II) The product categories tested to date under such program. ``(III) The revenue associated with each category and commercial e-commerce portal provider tested to date under such program.

To amend section 846 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 to expand the testing program for e-commerce portal models, and for other purposes. ``(IV) The additional commercial e- commerce portal providers to be tested under such program.

To amend section 846 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 to expand the testing program for e-commerce portal models, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Federal Acquisition E-Commerce Fairness and Competition Act''. ``(II) The product categories tested to date under such program. ``(III) The revenue associated with each category and commercial e-commerce portal provider tested to date under such program.

H.R.6341

Animals

Protecting Horses from Soring Act of 2021 This bill revises requirements concerning the inspection of horse shows, exhibitions, sales, and actions for sored horses (e.g., horses suffering from pain when moving due to substances or devices placed on their limbs). Specifically, this bill replaces a requirement for the Department of Agriculture to prescribe regulations governing the appointment of inspectors with a requirement for the Horse Industry Organization, which is established by this bill, to appoint inspectors.

To amend the Horse Protection Act to provide increased protection for horses participating in shows, exhibitions, sales, and auctions, 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 Horses from Soring Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. Section 2 of the Horse Protection Act (15 U.S.C. 1821) is amended-- (1) by striking the section designation and all that follows through ``requires:'' in the matter preceding paragraph (1) and inserting the following: ``SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. ``In this Act:''; (2) by redesignating paragraphs (1), (2), (3), and (4) as paragraphs (2), (4), (5), and (6), respectively; (3) by inserting before paragraph (2) (as so redesignated) the following: ``(1) Horse industry organization.--The term `Horse Industry Organization' means the organization established under section 4(c)(1)(A).''; and (4) by inserting after paragraph (2) (as so redesignated) the following: ``(3) Objective inspection.--The term `objective inspection' means an inspection conducted by a veterinarian or veterinarian technician using only an inspection method based on a science-based protocol that consists of, at a minimum, swabbing and blood testing, and that-- ``(A) has been the subject of testing and is capable of producing scientifically reliable and reproducible results; ``(B) has been subjected to peer review; and ``(C) has received acceptance in the veterinary or other applicable scientific community, as determined by the Secretary.''. SEC. 3. FINDINGS. Section 3 of the Horse Protection Act (15 U.S.C. 1822) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (4) and (5) as paragraphs (5) and (6), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (3) the following: ``(4) the Inspector General of the Department of Agriculture has determined that the program through which the Secretary inspects horses is not adequate to ensure compliance with this Act;''. SEC. 4. INCREASING PROTECTIONS FOR HORSES PARTICIPATING IN HORSE SHOWS, EXHIBITIONS, SALES, OR AUCTIONS. (a) Horse Shows and Exhibitions.--Section 4 of the Horse Protection Act (15 U.S.C. 1823) is amended-- (1) by striking subsection (a) and inserting the following: ``(a) Disqualification of Horses.-- ``(1) In general.--The management of any horse show or horse exhibition shall disqualify any horse from being shown or exhibited if-- ``(A) the horse is determined to be sore by an objective inspection; or ``(B) the management has been notified that the horse is sore by-- ``(i) a person licensed under subsection (c)(3)(A); or ``(ii) the Secretary. ``(2) Duration of disqualification.--Any horse that is determined to be sore by an objective inspection shall be disqualified from being shown or exhibited-- ``(A) for a period of not less than 30 days if it is the first determination; and ``(B) for a period of not less than 90 days if it is a second or subsequent determination.''; (2) in subsection (b)-- (A) by striking ``(b) The management'' and inserting the following: ``(b) Prohibition on Sale, Auction, and Exhibition.--The management''; (3) by striking subsection (c) and inserting the following: ``(c) Horse Industry Organization.-- ``(1) Establishment.-- ``(A) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Protecting Horses from Soring Act of 2021, the Secretary shall establish an organization, to be known as the `Horse Industry Organization' (referred to in this subsection as `the Organization'). ``(B) Board.-- ``(i) In general.--The Organization shall be governed by a board (referred to in this subsection as `the Board') consisting of not more than 9 individuals, of whom-- ``(I) two shall be appointed by the Commissioner of Agriculture for the State of Tennessee; ``(II) two shall be appointed by the Commissioner of Agriculture for the State of Kentucky; ``(III) two shall-- ``(aa) represent the Tennessee Walking Horse industry; and ``(bb) be appointed by the members appointed under subclauses (I) and (II), in accordance with a process developed by those members; and ``(IV) not more than three shall be appointed by the members appointed under subclauses (I) through (III). ``(ii) Quorum.--Five members of the Board shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. ``(iii) Bylaws.--The members of the Board, in consultation with the Secretary, shall develop bylaws and other policies to operate the Organization, establish committees, and fill vacancies on the Board. ``(C) Vacancies; period of appointment.-- ``(i) Vacancies.--Any vacancy on the Board-- ``(I) shall not impair the authority of the Board; and ``(II) shall be filled as soon as practicable in the same manner as the original appointment. ``(ii) Period of appointment.-- ``(I) In general.--Except as provided in subclause (II), a member of the Board shall be appointed for a term of 4 years. ``(II) Initial appointments.--Of the members first appointed to the Board, the members described in subparagraph (B)(i)(III) shall be appointed for an initial term of 3 years. ``(2) Responsibilities.--The Organization shall-- ``(A) establish a formal affiliation with the management of each horse sale, horse exhibition, horse sale, and horse auction; ``(B) appoint inspectors to conduct inspections at each horse sale, horse exhibition, horse sale, and horse auction; ``(C) identify and contract with equine veterinary experts to advise the Board on-- ``(i) objective scientific testing methods and procedures for objective inspections; and ``(ii) the certification of objective inspection results; ``(D) establish licensing requirements under paragraph (3); and ``(E) take any other action to ensure compliance with this Act, as determined in coordination with the Secretary. ``(3) Licensing requirements.-- ``(A) In general.--The Organization shall develop licensing requirements to submit to the Secretary for licensing persons qualified-- ``(i) to detect and diagnose a horse that is sore; or ``(ii) to otherwise inspect a horse for the purpose of enforcing this Act. ``(B) Conflicts of interest.--Requirements developed under subparagraph (A) shall include the requirement that any person licensed by the Organization, and any member of the immediate family of any person licensed by the Organization, is free from a conflict of interest by reason of any association or connection with the walking horse industry, including through-- ``(i) employment by, or the provision of any service to, any show manager, trainer, owner, or exhibitor of a Tennessee Walking horse, Spotted Saddle horse, or Racking horse; and ``(ii) training, exhibiting, shoeing, breeding, or selling a Tennessee Walking horse, Spotted Saddle horse, or Racking horse. ``(4) Certification.-- ``(A) In general.--After the members of the Board described in subclauses (I) through (III) of paragraph (1)(B)(i) have been appointed, the Secretary shall certify the Organization to train and license individuals, including inspectors, as designated qualified persons in accordance with section 11.7(b) of title 9, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). ``(B) Revocation of certification.--Not later than 90 days after the date on which the Secretary certifies the Organization under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall revoke the certification issued to any other horse industry organization under section 11.7 of title 9, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). ``(5) Federal advisory committee act exemption.--Section 14(a)(2)(B) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.) shall not apply to the Organization.''; (4) in subsection (d), by striking ``(d) The management'' and inserting the following: ``(d) Recordkeeping.--The management''; and (5) in subsection (e), by striking ``(e) For purposes of'' and inserting the following: ``(e) Right of Inspection.--For purposes of''. (b) Unlawful Acts.--Section 5 of the Horse Protection Act (15 U.S.C. 1824) is amended-- (1) by striking the section designation and all that follows through ``The following'' in the matter preceding paragraph (1) and inserting the following: ``SEC. 5. PROHIBITED CONDUCT. ``The following''; (2) in paragraph (3), by striking ``appoint and retain a person in accordance with section 4(c) of this Act'' and inserting ``have a formal affiliation with the Horse Industry Organization''; (3) in paragraph (4), by striking ``appoint and retain a qualified person in accordance with section 4(c) of this Act'' and inserting ``have a formal affiliation with the Horse Industry Organization''; (4) in paragraph (5), by striking ``appointed and retained a person in accordance with section 4(c) of this Act'' and inserting ``a formal affiliation with the Horse Industry Organization''; and (5) in paragraph (6)-- (A) by striking ``appointed and retained a person in accordance with section 4(c) of this Act'' and inserting ``a formal affiliation with the Horse Industry Organization''; and (B) by striking ``such person or the Secretary'' and inserting ``a person licensed by the Horse Industry Organization''. SEC. 5. RULEMAKING. Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture shall issue regulations to carry out the amendments made by this Act. <all>

Protecting Horses from Soring Act of 2021

To amend the Horse Protection Act to provide increased protection for horses participating in shows, exhibitions, sales, and auctions, and for other purposes.

Protecting Horses from Soring Act of 2021

Rep. DesJarlais, Scott

R

TN

This bill revises requirements concerning the inspection of horse shows, exhibitions, sales, and actions for sored horses (e.g., horses suffering from pain when moving due to substances or devices placed on their limbs). Specifically, this bill replaces a requirement for the Department of Agriculture to prescribe regulations governing the appointment of inspectors with a requirement for the Horse Industry Organization, which is established by this bill, to appoint inspectors.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. This Act may be cited as the ``Protecting Horses from Soring Act of 2021''. 2. DEFINITIONS. 3. FINDINGS. (a) Horse Shows and Exhibitions.--Section 4 of the Horse Protection Act (15 U.S.C. ``(C) Vacancies; period of appointment.-- ``(i) Vacancies.--Any vacancy on the Board-- ``(I) shall not impair the authority of the Board; and ``(II) shall be filled as soon as practicable in the same manner as the original appointment. ``(II) Initial appointments.--Of the members first appointed to the Board, the members described in subparagraph (B)(i)(III) shall be appointed for an initial term of 3 years. ``(2) Responsibilities.--The Organization shall-- ``(A) establish a formal affiliation with the management of each horse sale, horse exhibition, horse sale, and horse auction; ``(B) appoint inspectors to conduct inspections at each horse sale, horse exhibition, horse sale, and horse auction; ``(C) identify and contract with equine veterinary experts to advise the Board on-- ``(i) objective scientific testing methods and procedures for objective inspections; and ``(ii) the certification of objective inspection results; ``(D) establish licensing requirements under paragraph (3); and ``(E) take any other action to ensure compliance with this Act, as determined in coordination with the Secretary. ``(3) Licensing requirements.-- ``(A) In general.--The Organization shall develop licensing requirements to submit to the Secretary for licensing persons qualified-- ``(i) to detect and diagnose a horse that is sore; or ``(ii) to otherwise inspect a horse for the purpose of enforcing this Act. ``(B) Conflicts of interest.--Requirements developed under subparagraph (A) shall include the requirement that any person licensed by the Organization, and any member of the immediate family of any person licensed by the Organization, is free from a conflict of interest by reason of any association or connection with the walking horse industry, including through-- ``(i) employment by, or the provision of any service to, any show manager, trainer, owner, or exhibitor of a Tennessee Walking horse, Spotted Saddle horse, or Racking horse; and ``(ii) training, exhibiting, shoeing, breeding, or selling a Tennessee Walking horse, Spotted Saddle horse, or Racking horse. ``(B) Revocation of certification.--Not later than 90 days after the date on which the Secretary certifies the Organization under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall revoke the certification issued to any other horse industry organization under section 11.7 of title 9, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). App.) shall not apply to the Organization. ''; (4) in subsection (d), by striking ``(d) The management'' and inserting the following: ``(d) Recordkeeping.--The management''; and (5) in subsection (e), by striking ``(e) For purposes of'' and inserting the following: ``(e) Right of Inspection.--For purposes of''. 1824) is amended-- (1) by striking the section designation and all that follows through ``The following'' in the matter preceding paragraph (1) and inserting the following: ``SEC. 5. RULEMAKING.

2. DEFINITIONS. 3. (a) Horse Shows and Exhibitions.--Section 4 of the Horse Protection Act (15 U.S.C. ``(II) Initial appointments.--Of the members first appointed to the Board, the members described in subparagraph (B)(i)(III) shall be appointed for an initial term of 3 years. ``(2) Responsibilities.--The Organization shall-- ``(A) establish a formal affiliation with the management of each horse sale, horse exhibition, horse sale, and horse auction; ``(B) appoint inspectors to conduct inspections at each horse sale, horse exhibition, horse sale, and horse auction; ``(C) identify and contract with equine veterinary experts to advise the Board on-- ``(i) objective scientific testing methods and procedures for objective inspections; and ``(ii) the certification of objective inspection results; ``(D) establish licensing requirements under paragraph (3); and ``(E) take any other action to ensure compliance with this Act, as determined in coordination with the Secretary. ``(3) Licensing requirements.-- ``(A) In general.--The Organization shall develop licensing requirements to submit to the Secretary for licensing persons qualified-- ``(i) to detect and diagnose a horse that is sore; or ``(ii) to otherwise inspect a horse for the purpose of enforcing this Act. ``(B) Revocation of certification.--Not later than 90 days after the date on which the Secretary certifies the Organization under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall revoke the certification issued to any other horse industry organization under section 11.7 of title 9, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). shall not apply to the Organization. ''; (4) in subsection (d), by striking ``(d) The management'' and inserting the following: ``(d) Recordkeeping.--The management''; and (5) in subsection (e), by striking ``(e) For purposes of'' and inserting the following: ``(e) Right of Inspection.--For purposes of''. 1824) is amended-- (1) by striking the section designation and all that follows through ``The following'' in the matter preceding paragraph (1) and inserting the following: ``SEC. 5.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. This Act may be cited as the ``Protecting Horses from Soring Act of 2021''. 2. DEFINITIONS. 3. FINDINGS. (a) Horse Shows and Exhibitions.--Section 4 of the Horse Protection Act (15 U.S.C. ``(2) Duration of disqualification.--Any horse that is determined to be sore by an objective inspection shall be disqualified from being shown or exhibited-- ``(A) for a period of not less than 30 days if it is the first determination; and ``(B) for a period of not less than 90 days if it is a second or subsequent determination. ``(B) Board.-- ``(i) In general.--The Organization shall be governed by a board (referred to in this subsection as `the Board') consisting of not more than 9 individuals, of whom-- ``(I) two shall be appointed by the Commissioner of Agriculture for the State of Tennessee; ``(II) two shall be appointed by the Commissioner of Agriculture for the State of Kentucky; ``(III) two shall-- ``(aa) represent the Tennessee Walking Horse industry; and ``(bb) be appointed by the members appointed under subclauses (I) and (II), in accordance with a process developed by those members; and ``(IV) not more than three shall be appointed by the members appointed under subclauses (I) through (III). ``(ii) Quorum.--Five members of the Board shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. ``(C) Vacancies; period of appointment.-- ``(i) Vacancies.--Any vacancy on the Board-- ``(I) shall not impair the authority of the Board; and ``(II) shall be filled as soon as practicable in the same manner as the original appointment. ``(II) Initial appointments.--Of the members first appointed to the Board, the members described in subparagraph (B)(i)(III) shall be appointed for an initial term of 3 years. ``(2) Responsibilities.--The Organization shall-- ``(A) establish a formal affiliation with the management of each horse sale, horse exhibition, horse sale, and horse auction; ``(B) appoint inspectors to conduct inspections at each horse sale, horse exhibition, horse sale, and horse auction; ``(C) identify and contract with equine veterinary experts to advise the Board on-- ``(i) objective scientific testing methods and procedures for objective inspections; and ``(ii) the certification of objective inspection results; ``(D) establish licensing requirements under paragraph (3); and ``(E) take any other action to ensure compliance with this Act, as determined in coordination with the Secretary. ``(3) Licensing requirements.-- ``(A) In general.--The Organization shall develop licensing requirements to submit to the Secretary for licensing persons qualified-- ``(i) to detect and diagnose a horse that is sore; or ``(ii) to otherwise inspect a horse for the purpose of enforcing this Act. ``(B) Conflicts of interest.--Requirements developed under subparagraph (A) shall include the requirement that any person licensed by the Organization, and any member of the immediate family of any person licensed by the Organization, is free from a conflict of interest by reason of any association or connection with the walking horse industry, including through-- ``(i) employment by, or the provision of any service to, any show manager, trainer, owner, or exhibitor of a Tennessee Walking horse, Spotted Saddle horse, or Racking horse; and ``(ii) training, exhibiting, shoeing, breeding, or selling a Tennessee Walking horse, Spotted Saddle horse, or Racking horse. ``(B) Revocation of certification.--Not later than 90 days after the date on which the Secretary certifies the Organization under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall revoke the certification issued to any other horse industry organization under section 11.7 of title 9, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). ``(5) Federal advisory committee act exemption.--Section 14(a)(2)(B) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.) shall not apply to the Organization. ''; (4) in subsection (d), by striking ``(d) The management'' and inserting the following: ``(d) Recordkeeping.--The management''; and (5) in subsection (e), by striking ``(e) For purposes of'' and inserting the following: ``(e) Right of Inspection.--For purposes of''. 1824) is amended-- (1) by striking the section designation and all that follows through ``The following'' in the matter preceding paragraph (1) and inserting the following: ``SEC. 5. RULEMAKING.

To amend the Horse Protection Act to provide increased protection for horses participating in shows, exhibitions, sales, and auctions, 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 Horses from Soring Act of 2021''. 1821) is amended-- (1) by striking the section designation and all that follows through ``requires:'' in the matter preceding paragraph (1) and inserting the following: ``SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. ''; and (4) by inserting after paragraph (2) (as so redesignated) the following: ``(3) Objective inspection.--The term `objective inspection' means an inspection conducted by a veterinarian or veterinarian technician using only an inspection method based on a science-based protocol that consists of, at a minimum, swabbing and blood testing, and that-- ``(A) has been the subject of testing and is capable of producing scientifically reliable and reproducible results; ``(B) has been subjected to peer review; and ``(C) has received acceptance in the veterinary or other applicable scientific community, as determined by the Secretary.''. 3. FINDINGS. 1822) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (4) and (5) as paragraphs (5) and (6), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (3) the following: ``(4) the Inspector General of the Department of Agriculture has determined that the program through which the Secretary inspects horses is not adequate to ensure compliance with this Act;''. (a) Horse Shows and Exhibitions.--Section 4 of the Horse Protection Act (15 U.S.C. ``(2) Duration of disqualification.--Any horse that is determined to be sore by an objective inspection shall be disqualified from being shown or exhibited-- ``(A) for a period of not less than 30 days if it is the first determination; and ``(B) for a period of not less than 90 days if it is a second or subsequent determination. ``(B) Board.-- ``(i) In general.--The Organization shall be governed by a board (referred to in this subsection as `the Board') consisting of not more than 9 individuals, of whom-- ``(I) two shall be appointed by the Commissioner of Agriculture for the State of Tennessee; ``(II) two shall be appointed by the Commissioner of Agriculture for the State of Kentucky; ``(III) two shall-- ``(aa) represent the Tennessee Walking Horse industry; and ``(bb) be appointed by the members appointed under subclauses (I) and (II), in accordance with a process developed by those members; and ``(IV) not more than three shall be appointed by the members appointed under subclauses (I) through (III). ``(ii) Quorum.--Five members of the Board shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. ``(iii) Bylaws.--The members of the Board, in consultation with the Secretary, shall develop bylaws and other policies to operate the Organization, establish committees, and fill vacancies on the Board. ``(C) Vacancies; period of appointment.-- ``(i) Vacancies.--Any vacancy on the Board-- ``(I) shall not impair the authority of the Board; and ``(II) shall be filled as soon as practicable in the same manner as the original appointment. ``(ii) Period of appointment.-- ``(I) In general.--Except as provided in subclause (II), a member of the Board shall be appointed for a term of 4 years. ``(II) Initial appointments.--Of the members first appointed to the Board, the members described in subparagraph (B)(i)(III) shall be appointed for an initial term of 3 years. ``(2) Responsibilities.--The Organization shall-- ``(A) establish a formal affiliation with the management of each horse sale, horse exhibition, horse sale, and horse auction; ``(B) appoint inspectors to conduct inspections at each horse sale, horse exhibition, horse sale, and horse auction; ``(C) identify and contract with equine veterinary experts to advise the Board on-- ``(i) objective scientific testing methods and procedures for objective inspections; and ``(ii) the certification of objective inspection results; ``(D) establish licensing requirements under paragraph (3); and ``(E) take any other action to ensure compliance with this Act, as determined in coordination with the Secretary. ``(3) Licensing requirements.-- ``(A) In general.--The Organization shall develop licensing requirements to submit to the Secretary for licensing persons qualified-- ``(i) to detect and diagnose a horse that is sore; or ``(ii) to otherwise inspect a horse for the purpose of enforcing this Act. ``(B) Conflicts of interest.--Requirements developed under subparagraph (A) shall include the requirement that any person licensed by the Organization, and any member of the immediate family of any person licensed by the Organization, is free from a conflict of interest by reason of any association or connection with the walking horse industry, including through-- ``(i) employment by, or the provision of any service to, any show manager, trainer, owner, or exhibitor of a Tennessee Walking horse, Spotted Saddle horse, or Racking horse; and ``(ii) training, exhibiting, shoeing, breeding, or selling a Tennessee Walking horse, Spotted Saddle horse, or Racking horse. ``(B) Revocation of certification.--Not later than 90 days after the date on which the Secretary certifies the Organization under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall revoke the certification issued to any other horse industry organization under section 11.7 of title 9, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). ``(5) Federal advisory committee act exemption.--Section 14(a)(2)(B) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.) shall not apply to the Organization. ''; (4) in subsection (d), by striking ``(d) The management'' and inserting the following: ``(d) Recordkeeping.--The management''; and (5) in subsection (e), by striking ``(e) For purposes of'' and inserting the following: ``(e) Right of Inspection.--For purposes of''. 1824) is amended-- (1) by striking the section designation and all that follows through ``The following'' in the matter preceding paragraph (1) and inserting the following: ``SEC. PROHIBITED CONDUCT. 5. RULEMAKING. Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture shall issue regulations to carry out the amendments made by this Act.

To amend the Horse Protection Act to provide increased protection for horses participating in shows, exhibitions, sales, and auctions, and for other purposes. Section 2 of the Horse Protection Act (15 U.S.C. 1821) is amended-- (1) by striking the section designation and all that follows through ``requires:'' in the matter preceding paragraph (1) and inserting the following: ``SEC. Section 3 of the Horse Protection Act (15 U.S.C. 1822) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (4) and (5) as paragraphs (5) and (6), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (3) the following: ``(4) the Inspector General of the Department of Agriculture has determined that the program through which the Secretary inspects horses is not adequate to ensure compliance with this Act;''. a) Horse Shows and Exhibitions.--Section 4 of the Horse Protection Act (15 U.S.C. 1823) is amended-- (1) by striking subsection (a) and inserting the following: ``(a) Disqualification of Horses.-- ``(1) In general.--The management of any horse show or horse exhibition shall disqualify any horse from being shown or exhibited if-- ``(A) the horse is determined to be sore by an objective inspection; or ``(B) the management has been notified that the horse is sore by-- ``(i) a person licensed under subsection (c)(3)(A); or ``(ii) the Secretary. ''; (2) in subsection (b)-- (A) by striking ``(b) The management'' and inserting the following: ``(b) Prohibition on Sale, Auction, and Exhibition.--The management''; (3) by striking subsection (c) and inserting the following: ``(c) Horse Industry Organization.-- ``(1) Establishment.-- ``(A) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Protecting Horses from Soring Act of 2021, the Secretary shall establish an organization, to be known as the `Horse Industry Organization' (referred to in this subsection as `the Organization'). ``(iii) Bylaws.--The members of the Board, in consultation with the Secretary, shall develop bylaws and other policies to operate the Organization, establish committees, and fill vacancies on the Board. ``(C) Vacancies; period of appointment.-- ``(i) Vacancies.--Any vacancy on the Board-- ``(I) shall not impair the authority of the Board; and ``(II) shall be filled as soon as practicable in the same manner as the original appointment. ``(3) Licensing requirements.-- ``(A) In general.--The Organization shall develop licensing requirements to submit to the Secretary for licensing persons qualified-- ``(i) to detect and diagnose a horse that is sore; or ``(ii) to otherwise inspect a horse for the purpose of enforcing this Act. ``(4) Certification.-- ``(A) In general.--After the members of the Board described in subclauses (I) through (III) of paragraph (1)(B)(i) have been appointed, the Secretary shall certify the Organization to train and license individuals, including inspectors, as designated qualified persons in accordance with section 11.7(b) of title 9, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). ``(B) Revocation of certification.--Not later than 90 days after the date on which the Secretary certifies the Organization under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall revoke the certification issued to any other horse industry organization under section 11.7 of title 9, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). ''; (4) in subsection (d), by striking ``(d) The management'' and inserting the following: ``(d) Recordkeeping.--The management''; and (5) in subsection (e), by striking ``(e) For purposes of'' and inserting the following: ``(e) Right of Inspection.--For purposes of''. ( b) Unlawful Acts.--Section 5 of the Horse Protection Act (15 U.S.C. 1824) is amended-- (1) by striking the section designation and all that follows through ``The following'' in the matter preceding paragraph (1) and inserting the following: ``SEC. Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture shall issue regulations to carry out the amendments made by this Act.

To amend the Horse Protection Act to provide increased protection for horses participating in shows, exhibitions, sales, and auctions, and for other purposes. Section 3 of the Horse Protection Act (15 U.S.C. 1822) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (4) and (5) as paragraphs (5) and (6), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (3) the following: ``(4) the Inspector General of the Department of Agriculture has determined that the program through which the Secretary inspects horses is not adequate to ensure compliance with this Act;''. 1823) is amended-- (1) by striking subsection (a) and inserting the following: ``(a) Disqualification of Horses.-- ``(1) In general.--The management of any horse show or horse exhibition shall disqualify any horse from being shown or exhibited if-- ``(A) the horse is determined to be sore by an objective inspection; or ``(B) the management has been notified that the horse is sore by-- ``(i) a person licensed under subsection (c)(3)(A); or ``(ii) the Secretary. 2) in subsection (b)-- (A) by striking ``(b) The management'' and inserting the following: ``(b) Prohibition on Sale, Auction, and Exhibition.--The management''; (3) by striking subsection (c) and inserting the following: ``(c) Horse Industry Organization.-- ``(1) Establishment.-- ``(A) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Protecting Horses from Soring Act of 2021, the Secretary shall establish an organization, to be known as the `Horse Industry Organization' (referred to in this subsection as `the Organization'). ``(C) Vacancies; period of appointment.-- ``(i) Vacancies.--Any vacancy on the Board-- ``(I) shall not impair the authority of the Board; and ``(II) shall be filled as soon as practicable in the same manner as the original appointment. ``(3) Licensing requirements.-- ``(A) In general.--The Organization shall develop licensing requirements to submit to the Secretary for licensing persons qualified-- ``(i) to detect and diagnose a horse that is sore; or ``(ii) to otherwise inspect a horse for the purpose of enforcing this Act. ``(4) Certification.-- ``(A) In general.--After the members of the Board described in subclauses (I) through (III) of paragraph (1)(B)(i) have been appointed, the Secretary shall certify the Organization to train and license individuals, including inspectors, as designated qualified persons in accordance with section 11.7(b) of title 9, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). ``(B) Revocation of certification.--Not later than 90 days after the date on which the Secretary certifies the Organization under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall revoke the certification issued to any other horse industry organization under section 11.7 of title 9, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture shall issue regulations to carry out the amendments made by this Act.

To amend the Horse Protection Act to provide increased protection for horses participating in shows, exhibitions, sales, and auctions, and for other purposes. Section 3 of the Horse Protection Act (15 U.S.C. 1822) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (4) and (5) as paragraphs (5) and (6), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (3) the following: ``(4) the Inspector General of the Department of Agriculture has determined that the program through which the Secretary inspects horses is not adequate to ensure compliance with this Act;''. 1823) is amended-- (1) by striking subsection (a) and inserting the following: ``(a) Disqualification of Horses.-- ``(1) In general.--The management of any horse show or horse exhibition shall disqualify any horse from being shown or exhibited if-- ``(A) the horse is determined to be sore by an objective inspection; or ``(B) the management has been notified that the horse is sore by-- ``(i) a person licensed under subsection (c)(3)(A); or ``(ii) the Secretary. 2) in subsection (b)-- (A) by striking ``(b) The management'' and inserting the following: ``(b) Prohibition on Sale, Auction, and Exhibition.--The management''; (3) by striking subsection (c) and inserting the following: ``(c) Horse Industry Organization.-- ``(1) Establishment.-- ``(A) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Protecting Horses from Soring Act of 2021, the Secretary shall establish an organization, to be known as the `Horse Industry Organization' (referred to in this subsection as `the Organization'). ``(C) Vacancies; period of appointment.-- ``(i) Vacancies.--Any vacancy on the Board-- ``(I) shall not impair the authority of the Board; and ``(II) shall be filled as soon as practicable in the same manner as the original appointment. ``(3) Licensing requirements.-- ``(A) In general.--The Organization shall develop licensing requirements to submit to the Secretary for licensing persons qualified-- ``(i) to detect and diagnose a horse that is sore; or ``(ii) to otherwise inspect a horse for the purpose of enforcing this Act. ``(4) Certification.-- ``(A) In general.--After the members of the Board described in subclauses (I) through (III) of paragraph (1)(B)(i) have been appointed, the Secretary shall certify the Organization to train and license individuals, including inspectors, as designated qualified persons in accordance with section 11.7(b) of title 9, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). ``(B) Revocation of certification.--Not later than 90 days after the date on which the Secretary certifies the Organization under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall revoke the certification issued to any other horse industry organization under section 11.7 of title 9, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture shall issue regulations to carry out the amendments made by this Act.

To amend the Horse Protection Act to provide increased protection for horses participating in shows, exhibitions, sales, and auctions, and for other purposes. Section 2 of the Horse Protection Act (15 U.S.C. 1821) is amended-- (1) by striking the section designation and all that follows through ``requires:'' in the matter preceding paragraph (1) and inserting the following: ``SEC. Section 3 of the Horse Protection Act (15 U.S.C. 1822) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (4) and (5) as paragraphs (5) and (6), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (3) the following: ``(4) the Inspector General of the Department of Agriculture has determined that the program through which the Secretary inspects horses is not adequate to ensure compliance with this Act;''. a) Horse Shows and Exhibitions.--Section 4 of the Horse Protection Act (15 U.S.C. 1823) is amended-- (1) by striking subsection (a) and inserting the following: ``(a) Disqualification of Horses.-- ``(1) In general.--The management of any horse show or horse exhibition shall disqualify any horse from being shown or exhibited if-- ``(A) the horse is determined to be sore by an objective inspection; or ``(B) the management has been notified that the horse is sore by-- ``(i) a person licensed under subsection (c)(3)(A); or ``(ii) the Secretary. ''; (2) in subsection (b)-- (A) by striking ``(b) The management'' and inserting the following: ``(b) Prohibition on Sale, Auction, and Exhibition.--The management''; (3) by striking subsection (c) and inserting the following: ``(c) Horse Industry Organization.-- ``(1) Establishment.-- ``(A) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Protecting Horses from Soring Act of 2021, the Secretary shall establish an organization, to be known as the `Horse Industry Organization' (referred to in this subsection as `the Organization'). ``(iii) Bylaws.--The members of the Board, in consultation with the Secretary, shall develop bylaws and other policies to operate the Organization, establish committees, and fill vacancies on the Board. ``(C) Vacancies; period of appointment.-- ``(i) Vacancies.--Any vacancy on the Board-- ``(I) shall not impair the authority of the Board; and ``(II) shall be filled as soon as practicable in the same manner as the original appointment. ``(3) Licensing requirements.-- ``(A) In general.--The Organization shall develop licensing requirements to submit to the Secretary for licensing persons qualified-- ``(i) to detect and diagnose a horse that is sore; or ``(ii) to otherwise inspect a horse for the purpose of enforcing this Act. ``(4) Certification.-- ``(A) In general.--After the members of the Board described in subclauses (I) through (III) of paragraph (1)(B)(i) have been appointed, the Secretary shall certify the Organization to train and license individuals, including inspectors, as designated qualified persons in accordance with section 11.7(b) of title 9, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). ``(B) Revocation of certification.--Not later than 90 days after the date on which the Secretary certifies the Organization under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall revoke the certification issued to any other horse industry organization under section 11.7 of title 9, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). ''; (4) in subsection (d), by striking ``(d) The management'' and inserting the following: ``(d) Recordkeeping.--The management''; and (5) in subsection (e), by striking ``(e) For purposes of'' and inserting the following: ``(e) Right of Inspection.--For purposes of''. ( b) Unlawful Acts.--Section 5 of the Horse Protection Act (15 U.S.C. 1824) is amended-- (1) by striking the section designation and all that follows through ``The following'' in the matter preceding paragraph (1) and inserting the following: ``SEC. Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture shall issue regulations to carry out the amendments made by this Act.

To amend the Horse Protection Act to provide increased protection for horses participating in shows, exhibitions, sales, and auctions, and for other purposes. Section 3 of the Horse Protection Act (15 U.S.C. 1822) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (4) and (5) as paragraphs (5) and (6), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (3) the following: ``(4) the Inspector General of the Department of Agriculture has determined that the program through which the Secretary inspects horses is not adequate to ensure compliance with this Act;''. 1823) is amended-- (1) by striking subsection (a) and inserting the following: ``(a) Disqualification of Horses.-- ``(1) In general.--The management of any horse show or horse exhibition shall disqualify any horse from being shown or exhibited if-- ``(A) the horse is determined to be sore by an objective inspection; or ``(B) the management has been notified that the horse is sore by-- ``(i) a person licensed under subsection (c)(3)(A); or ``(ii) the Secretary. 2) in subsection (b)-- (A) by striking ``(b) The management'' and inserting the following: ``(b) Prohibition on Sale, Auction, and Exhibition.--The management''; (3) by striking subsection (c) and inserting the following: ``(c) Horse Industry Organization.-- ``(1) Establishment.-- ``(A) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Protecting Horses from Soring Act of 2021, the Secretary shall establish an organization, to be known as the `Horse Industry Organization' (referred to in this subsection as `the Organization'). ``(C) Vacancies; period of appointment.-- ``(i) Vacancies.--Any vacancy on the Board-- ``(I) shall not impair the authority of the Board; and ``(II) shall be filled as soon as practicable in the same manner as the original appointment. ``(3) Licensing requirements.-- ``(A) In general.--The Organization shall develop licensing requirements to submit to the Secretary for licensing persons qualified-- ``(i) to detect and diagnose a horse that is sore; or ``(ii) to otherwise inspect a horse for the purpose of enforcing this Act. ``(4) Certification.-- ``(A) In general.--After the members of the Board described in subclauses (I) through (III) of paragraph (1)(B)(i) have been appointed, the Secretary shall certify the Organization to train and license individuals, including inspectors, as designated qualified persons in accordance with section 11.7(b) of title 9, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). ``(B) Revocation of certification.--Not later than 90 days after the date on which the Secretary certifies the Organization under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall revoke the certification issued to any other horse industry organization under section 11.7 of title 9, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture shall issue regulations to carry out the amendments made by this Act.

To amend the Horse Protection Act to provide increased protection for horses participating in shows, exhibitions, sales, and auctions, and for other purposes. Section 2 of the Horse Protection Act (15 U.S.C. 1821) is amended-- (1) by striking the section designation and all that follows through ``requires:'' in the matter preceding paragraph (1) and inserting the following: ``SEC. Section 3 of the Horse Protection Act (15 U.S.C. 1822) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (4) and (5) as paragraphs (5) and (6), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (3) the following: ``(4) the Inspector General of the Department of Agriculture has determined that the program through which the Secretary inspects horses is not adequate to ensure compliance with this Act;''. a) Horse Shows and Exhibitions.--Section 4 of the Horse Protection Act (15 U.S.C. 1823) is amended-- (1) by striking subsection (a) and inserting the following: ``(a) Disqualification of Horses.-- ``(1) In general.--The management of any horse show or horse exhibition shall disqualify any horse from being shown or exhibited if-- ``(A) the horse is determined to be sore by an objective inspection; or ``(B) the management has been notified that the horse is sore by-- ``(i) a person licensed under subsection (c)(3)(A); or ``(ii) the Secretary. ''; (2) in subsection (b)-- (A) by striking ``(b) The management'' and inserting the following: ``(b) Prohibition on Sale, Auction, and Exhibition.--The management''; (3) by striking subsection (c) and inserting the following: ``(c) Horse Industry Organization.-- ``(1) Establishment.-- ``(A) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Protecting Horses from Soring Act of 2021, the Secretary shall establish an organization, to be known as the `Horse Industry Organization' (referred to in this subsection as `the Organization'). ``(iii) Bylaws.--The members of the Board, in consultation with the Secretary, shall develop bylaws and other policies to operate the Organization, establish committees, and fill vacancies on the Board. ``(C) Vacancies; period of appointment.-- ``(i) Vacancies.--Any vacancy on the Board-- ``(I) shall not impair the authority of the Board; and ``(II) shall be filled as soon as practicable in the same manner as the original appointment. ``(3) Licensing requirements.-- ``(A) In general.--The Organization shall develop licensing requirements to submit to the Secretary for licensing persons qualified-- ``(i) to detect and diagnose a horse that is sore; or ``(ii) to otherwise inspect a horse for the purpose of enforcing this Act. ``(4) Certification.-- ``(A) In general.--After the members of the Board described in subclauses (I) through (III) of paragraph (1)(B)(i) have been appointed, the Secretary shall certify the Organization to train and license individuals, including inspectors, as designated qualified persons in accordance with section 11.7(b) of title 9, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). ``(B) Revocation of certification.--Not later than 90 days after the date on which the Secretary certifies the Organization under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall revoke the certification issued to any other horse industry organization under section 11.7 of title 9, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). ''; (4) in subsection (d), by striking ``(d) The management'' and inserting the following: ``(d) Recordkeeping.--The management''; and (5) in subsection (e), by striking ``(e) For purposes of'' and inserting the following: ``(e) Right of Inspection.--For purposes of''. ( b) Unlawful Acts.--Section 5 of the Horse Protection Act (15 U.S.C. 1824) is amended-- (1) by striking the section designation and all that follows through ``The following'' in the matter preceding paragraph (1) and inserting the following: ``SEC. Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture shall issue regulations to carry out the amendments made by this Act.

To amend the Horse Protection Act to provide increased protection for horses participating in shows, exhibitions, sales, and auctions, and for other purposes. Section 3 of the Horse Protection Act (15 U.S.C. 1822) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (4) and (5) as paragraphs (5) and (6), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (3) the following: ``(4) the Inspector General of the Department of Agriculture has determined that the program through which the Secretary inspects horses is not adequate to ensure compliance with this Act;''. 1823) is amended-- (1) by striking subsection (a) and inserting the following: ``(a) Disqualification of Horses.-- ``(1) In general.--The management of any horse show or horse exhibition shall disqualify any horse from being shown or exhibited if-- ``(A) the horse is determined to be sore by an objective inspection; or ``(B) the management has been notified that the horse is sore by-- ``(i) a person licensed under subsection (c)(3)(A); or ``(ii) the Secretary. 2) in subsection (b)-- (A) by striking ``(b) The management'' and inserting the following: ``(b) Prohibition on Sale, Auction, and Exhibition.--The management''; (3) by striking subsection (c) and inserting the following: ``(c) Horse Industry Organization.-- ``(1) Establishment.-- ``(A) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Protecting Horses from Soring Act of 2021, the Secretary shall establish an organization, to be known as the `Horse Industry Organization' (referred to in this subsection as `the Organization'). ``(C) Vacancies; period of appointment.-- ``(i) Vacancies.--Any vacancy on the Board-- ``(I) shall not impair the authority of the Board; and ``(II) shall be filled as soon as practicable in the same manner as the original appointment. ``(3) Licensing requirements.-- ``(A) In general.--The Organization shall develop licensing requirements to submit to the Secretary for licensing persons qualified-- ``(i) to detect and diagnose a horse that is sore; or ``(ii) to otherwise inspect a horse for the purpose of enforcing this Act. ``(4) Certification.-- ``(A) In general.--After the members of the Board described in subclauses (I) through (III) of paragraph (1)(B)(i) have been appointed, the Secretary shall certify the Organization to train and license individuals, including inspectors, as designated qualified persons in accordance with section 11.7(b) of title 9, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). ``(B) Revocation of certification.--Not later than 90 days after the date on which the Secretary certifies the Organization under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall revoke the certification issued to any other horse industry organization under section 11.7 of title 9, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture shall issue regulations to carry out the amendments made by this Act.

To amend the Horse Protection Act to provide increased protection for horses participating in shows, exhibitions, sales, and auctions, and for other purposes. Section 3 of the Horse Protection Act (15 U.S.C. 1822) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (4) and (5) as paragraphs (5) and (6), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (3) the following: ``(4) the Inspector General of the Department of Agriculture has determined that the program through which the Secretary inspects horses is not adequate to ensure compliance with this Act;''. ''; (2) in subsection (b)-- (A) by striking ``(b) The management'' and inserting the following: ``(b) Prohibition on Sale, Auction, and Exhibition.--The management''; (3) by striking subsection (c) and inserting the following: ``(c) Horse Industry Organization.-- ``(1) Establishment.-- ``(A) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Protecting Horses from Soring Act of 2021, the Secretary shall establish an organization, to be known as the `Horse Industry Organization' (referred to in this subsection as `the Organization'). ``(3) Licensing requirements.-- ``(A) In general.--The Organization shall develop licensing requirements to submit to the Secretary for licensing persons qualified-- ``(i) to detect and diagnose a horse that is sore; or ``(ii) to otherwise inspect a horse for the purpose of enforcing this Act. ``(4) Certification.-- ``(A) In general.--After the members of the Board described in subclauses (I) through (III) of paragraph (1)(B)(i) have been appointed, the Secretary shall certify the Organization to train and license individuals, including inspectors, as designated qualified persons in accordance with section 11.7(b) of title 9, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). ``(B) Revocation of certification.--Not later than 90 days after the date on which the Secretary certifies the Organization under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall revoke the certification issued to any other horse industry organization under section 11.7 of title 9, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). ''; (

To amend the Horse Protection Act to provide increased protection for horses participating in shows, exhibitions, sales, and auctions, and for other purposes. 1823) is amended-- (1) by striking subsection (a) and inserting the following: ``(a) Disqualification of Horses.-- ``(1) In general.--The management of any horse show or horse exhibition shall disqualify any horse from being shown or exhibited if-- ``(A) the horse is determined to be sore by an objective inspection; or ``(B) the management has been notified that the horse is sore by-- ``(i) a person licensed under subsection (c)(3)(A); or ``(ii) the Secretary. ``(4) Certification.-- ``(A) In general.--After the members of the Board described in subclauses (I) through (III) of paragraph (1)(B)(i) have been appointed, the Secretary shall certify the Organization to train and license individuals, including inspectors, as designated qualified persons in accordance with section 11.7(b) of title 9, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). ``(B) Revocation of certification.--Not later than 90 days after the date on which the Secretary certifies the Organization under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall revoke the certification issued to any other horse industry organization under section 11.7 of title 9, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations).

To amend the Horse Protection Act to provide increased protection for horses participating in shows, exhibitions, sales, and auctions, and for other purposes. Section 3 of the Horse Protection Act (15 U.S.C. 1822) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (4) and (5) as paragraphs (5) and (6), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (3) the following: ``(4) the Inspector General of the Department of Agriculture has determined that the program through which the Secretary inspects horses is not adequate to ensure compliance with this Act;''. ''; (2) in subsection (b)-- (A) by striking ``(b) The management'' and inserting the following: ``(b) Prohibition on Sale, Auction, and Exhibition.--The management''; (3) by striking subsection (c) and inserting the following: ``(c) Horse Industry Organization.-- ``(1) Establishment.-- ``(A) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Protecting Horses from Soring Act of 2021, the Secretary shall establish an organization, to be known as the `Horse Industry Organization' (referred to in this subsection as `the Organization'). ``(3) Licensing requirements.-- ``(A) In general.--The Organization shall develop licensing requirements to submit to the Secretary for licensing persons qualified-- ``(i) to detect and diagnose a horse that is sore; or ``(ii) to otherwise inspect a horse for the purpose of enforcing this Act. ``(4) Certification.-- ``(A) In general.--After the members of the Board described in subclauses (I) through (III) of paragraph (1)(B)(i) have been appointed, the Secretary shall certify the Organization to train and license individuals, including inspectors, as designated qualified persons in accordance with section 11.7(b) of title 9, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). ``(B) Revocation of certification.--Not later than 90 days after the date on which the Secretary certifies the Organization under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall revoke the certification issued to any other horse industry organization under section 11.7 of title 9, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). ''; (

S.4984

Crime and Law Enforcement

Zero Tolerance for Deceptive Fentanyl Trafficking Act This bill adds five fentanyl analogues and the entire category of fentanyl-related substances to schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act. A schedule I controlled substance is a drug, substance, or chemical that has a high potential for abuse; has no currently accepted medical value; and is subject to regulatory controls and administrative, civil, and criminal penalties under the Controlled Substances Act. Additionally, the bill establishes a new criminal offense and penalties with respect to the deceptive sale of fentanyl, fentanyl analogues, or fentanyl-related substances.

To amend the Controlled Substances Act to prohibit the deceptive sale of fentanyl, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Zero Tolerance for Deceptive Fentanyl Trafficking Act''. SEC. 2. PROHIBITION OF THE DECEPTIVE SALE OF FENTANYL. Section 401 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 841) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(i) Deceptive Sale of Fentanyl and Fentanyl-Related Substances.-- ``(1) Offense.--It shall be unlawful for any person to knowingly misrepresent or knowingly market as another substance a mixture or substance containing fentanyl, a fentanyl analogue, or a fentanyl-related substance (as defined in subsection (e)(2) of schedule I in section 202(c)). ``(2) Penalty.-- ``(A) In general.--Except as provided in subparagraph (B), any person who violates paragraph (1) shall be imprisoned for not less than 20 years and fined under title 18, United States Code. ``(B) Enhanced penalties.-- ``(i) Death results.--If a violation of paragraph (1) results in death or is committed with the intent to cause death, the person shall be sentenced to death or life imprisonment and fined under title 18, United States Code. ``(ii) Prior felony conviction or unlawful presence in the united states.--A person who violates paragraph (1) shall be sentenced to life imprisonment and fined under title 18, United States Code, if the violation occurs-- ``(I) after any other prior felony conviction of the person has become final; or ``(II) while the person is unlawfully present in the United States.''. SEC. 3. FENTANYL-RELATED SUBSTANCES. Schedule I in section 202(c) of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 812) is amended-- (1) in subsection (b), by adding at the end the following: ``(23) Isobutyryl fentanyl. ``(24) Para-Methoxybutyrylfentanyl. ``(25) Valeryl fentanyl. ``(26) Cyclopentyl fentanyl. ``(27) Para-Chloroisobutyryl fentanyl.''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(e)(1) Unless specifically exempted or unless listed in another schedule, any material, compound, mixture, or preparation which contains any quantity of a fentanyl-related substance, or which contains the salts, isomers, and salts of isomers of a fentanyl-related substance whenever the existence of such salts, isomers, and salts of isomers is possible within the specific chemical designation. ``(2) For purposes of paragraph (1), the term `fentanyl-related substance' includes the following: ``(A) Any substance that is structurally related to fentanyl by one or more of the following modifications: ``(i) By replacement of the phenyl portion of the phenethyl group by any monocycle, whether or not further substituted in or on the monocycle. ``(ii) By substitution in or on the phenethyl group with alkyl, alkenyl, alkoxy, hydroxy, halo, haloalkyl, amino, or nitro groups. ``(iii) By substitution in or on the piperidine ring with alkyl, alkenyl, alkoxy, ester, ether, hydroxy, halo, haloalkyl, amino, or nitro groups. ``(iv) By replacement of the aniline ring with any aromatic monocycle whether or not further substituted in or on the aromatic monocycle. ``(v) By replacement of the N-propionyl group by another acyl group. ``(B) 4'-Methyl acetyl fentanyl. ``(C) Crotonyl fentanyl. ``(D) 2'-Fluoro ortho-fluorofentanyl. ``(E) Ortho-Methyl acetylfentanyl. ``(F) Thiofuranyl fentanyl. ``(G) Ortho-Fluorobutyryl fentanyl. ``(H) Ortho-Fluoroacryl fentanyl. ``(I) Beta-Methyl fentanyl. ``(J) Phenyl fentanyl. ``(K) Para-Methylfentanyl. ``(L) Beta'-Phenyl fentanyl. ``(M) Benzodioxole fentanyl.''. <all>

Zero Tolerance for Deceptive Fentanyl Trafficking Act

A bill to amend the Controlled Substances Act to prohibit the deceptive sale of fentanyl, and for other purposes.

Zero Tolerance for Deceptive Fentanyl Trafficking Act

Sen. Cotton, Tom

R

AR

This bill adds five fentanyl analogues and the entire category of fentanyl-related substances to schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act. A schedule I controlled substance is a drug, substance, or chemical that has a high potential for abuse; has no currently accepted medical value; and is subject to regulatory controls and administrative, civil, and criminal penalties under the Controlled Substances Act. Additionally, the bill establishes a new criminal offense and penalties with respect to the deceptive sale of fentanyl, fentanyl analogues, or fentanyl-related substances.

To amend the Controlled Substances Act to prohibit the deceptive sale of fentanyl, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Zero Tolerance for Deceptive Fentanyl Trafficking Act''. 2. PROHIBITION OF THE DECEPTIVE SALE OF FENTANYL. 841) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(i) Deceptive Sale of Fentanyl and Fentanyl-Related Substances.-- ``(1) Offense.--It shall be unlawful for any person to knowingly misrepresent or knowingly market as another substance a mixture or substance containing fentanyl, a fentanyl analogue, or a fentanyl-related substance (as defined in subsection (e)(2) of schedule I in section 202(c)). ``(2) Penalty.-- ``(A) In general.--Except as provided in subparagraph (B), any person who violates paragraph (1) shall be imprisoned for not less than 20 years and fined under title 18, United States Code. ``(B) Enhanced penalties.-- ``(i) Death results.--If a violation of paragraph (1) results in death or is committed with the intent to cause death, the person shall be sentenced to death or life imprisonment and fined under title 18, United States Code. ``(ii) Prior felony conviction or unlawful presence in the united states.--A person who violates paragraph (1) shall be sentenced to life imprisonment and fined under title 18, United States Code, if the violation occurs-- ``(I) after any other prior felony conviction of the person has become final; or ``(II) while the person is unlawfully present in the United States.''. SEC. 3. FENTANYL-RELATED SUBSTANCES. Schedule I in section 202(c) of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 812) is amended-- (1) in subsection (b), by adding at the end the following: ``(23) Isobutyryl fentanyl. ``(24) Para-Methoxybutyrylfentanyl. ``(25) Valeryl fentanyl. ``(26) Cyclopentyl fentanyl. ``(27) Para-Chloroisobutyryl fentanyl. ''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(e)(1) Unless specifically exempted or unless listed in another schedule, any material, compound, mixture, or preparation which contains any quantity of a fentanyl-related substance, or which contains the salts, isomers, and salts of isomers of a fentanyl-related substance whenever the existence of such salts, isomers, and salts of isomers is possible within the specific chemical designation. ``(ii) By substitution in or on the phenethyl group with alkyl, alkenyl, alkoxy, hydroxy, halo, haloalkyl, amino, or nitro groups. ``(iii) By substitution in or on the piperidine ring with alkyl, alkenyl, alkoxy, ester, ether, hydroxy, halo, haloalkyl, amino, or nitro groups. ``(iv) By replacement of the aniline ring with any aromatic monocycle whether or not further substituted in or on the aromatic monocycle. ``(v) By replacement of the N-propionyl group by another acyl group. ``(B) 4'-Methyl acetyl fentanyl. ``(C) Crotonyl fentanyl. ``(D) 2'-Fluoro ortho-fluorofentanyl. ``(E) Ortho-Methyl acetylfentanyl. ``(F) Thiofuranyl fentanyl. ``(G) Ortho-Fluorobutyryl fentanyl. ``(H) Ortho-Fluoroacryl fentanyl. ``(J) Phenyl fentanyl. ``(K) Para-Methylfentanyl. ``(L) Beta'-Phenyl fentanyl. ``(M) Benzodioxole fentanyl.''.

To amend the Controlled Substances Act to prohibit the deceptive sale of fentanyl, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Zero Tolerance for Deceptive Fentanyl Trafficking Act''. 2. PROHIBITION OF THE DECEPTIVE SALE OF FENTANYL. ``(B) Enhanced penalties.-- ``(i) Death results.--If a violation of paragraph (1) results in death or is committed with the intent to cause death, the person shall be sentenced to death or life imprisonment and fined under title 18, United States Code. ``(ii) Prior felony conviction or unlawful presence in the united states.--A person who violates paragraph (1) shall be sentenced to life imprisonment and fined under title 18, United States Code, if the violation occurs-- ``(I) after any other prior felony conviction of the person has become final; or ``(II) while the person is unlawfully present in the United States.''. SEC. 3. FENTANYL-RELATED SUBSTANCES. Schedule I in section 202(c) of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 812) is amended-- (1) in subsection (b), by adding at the end the following: ``(23) Isobutyryl fentanyl. ``(24) Para-Methoxybutyrylfentanyl. ``(25) Valeryl fentanyl. ``(26) Cyclopentyl fentanyl. ``(27) Para-Chloroisobutyryl fentanyl. ''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(e)(1) Unless specifically exempted or unless listed in another schedule, any material, compound, mixture, or preparation which contains any quantity of a fentanyl-related substance, or which contains the salts, isomers, and salts of isomers of a fentanyl-related substance whenever the existence of such salts, isomers, and salts of isomers is possible within the specific chemical designation. ``(ii) By substitution in or on the phenethyl group with alkyl, alkenyl, alkoxy, hydroxy, halo, haloalkyl, amino, or nitro groups. ``(iv) By replacement of the aniline ring with any aromatic monocycle whether or not further substituted in or on the aromatic monocycle. ``(v) By replacement of the N-propionyl group by another acyl group. ``(B) 4'-Methyl acetyl fentanyl. ``(D) 2'-Fluoro ortho-fluorofentanyl. ``(E) Ortho-Methyl acetylfentanyl. ``(F) Thiofuranyl fentanyl. ``(G) Ortho-Fluorobutyryl fentanyl. ``(H) Ortho-Fluoroacryl fentanyl. ``(K) Para-Methylfentanyl. ``(L) Beta'-Phenyl fentanyl. ``(M) Benzodioxole fentanyl.''.

To amend the Controlled Substances Act to prohibit the deceptive sale of fentanyl, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Zero Tolerance for Deceptive Fentanyl Trafficking Act''. SEC. 2. PROHIBITION OF THE DECEPTIVE SALE OF FENTANYL. Section 401 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 841) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(i) Deceptive Sale of Fentanyl and Fentanyl-Related Substances.-- ``(1) Offense.--It shall be unlawful for any person to knowingly misrepresent or knowingly market as another substance a mixture or substance containing fentanyl, a fentanyl analogue, or a fentanyl-related substance (as defined in subsection (e)(2) of schedule I in section 202(c)). ``(2) Penalty.-- ``(A) In general.--Except as provided in subparagraph (B), any person who violates paragraph (1) shall be imprisoned for not less than 20 years and fined under title 18, United States Code. ``(B) Enhanced penalties.-- ``(i) Death results.--If a violation of paragraph (1) results in death or is committed with the intent to cause death, the person shall be sentenced to death or life imprisonment and fined under title 18, United States Code. ``(ii) Prior felony conviction or unlawful presence in the united states.--A person who violates paragraph (1) shall be sentenced to life imprisonment and fined under title 18, United States Code, if the violation occurs-- ``(I) after any other prior felony conviction of the person has become final; or ``(II) while the person is unlawfully present in the United States.''. SEC. 3. FENTANYL-RELATED SUBSTANCES. Schedule I in section 202(c) of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 812) is amended-- (1) in subsection (b), by adding at the end the following: ``(23) Isobutyryl fentanyl. ``(24) Para-Methoxybutyrylfentanyl. ``(25) Valeryl fentanyl. ``(26) Cyclopentyl fentanyl. ``(27) Para-Chloroisobutyryl fentanyl.''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(e)(1) Unless specifically exempted or unless listed in another schedule, any material, compound, mixture, or preparation which contains any quantity of a fentanyl-related substance, or which contains the salts, isomers, and salts of isomers of a fentanyl-related substance whenever the existence of such salts, isomers, and salts of isomers is possible within the specific chemical designation. ``(2) For purposes of paragraph (1), the term `fentanyl-related substance' includes the following: ``(A) Any substance that is structurally related to fentanyl by one or more of the following modifications: ``(i) By replacement of the phenyl portion of the phenethyl group by any monocycle, whether or not further substituted in or on the monocycle. ``(ii) By substitution in or on the phenethyl group with alkyl, alkenyl, alkoxy, hydroxy, halo, haloalkyl, amino, or nitro groups. ``(iii) By substitution in or on the piperidine ring with alkyl, alkenyl, alkoxy, ester, ether, hydroxy, halo, haloalkyl, amino, or nitro groups. ``(iv) By replacement of the aniline ring with any aromatic monocycle whether or not further substituted in or on the aromatic monocycle. ``(v) By replacement of the N-propionyl group by another acyl group. ``(B) 4'-Methyl acetyl fentanyl. ``(C) Crotonyl fentanyl. ``(D) 2'-Fluoro ortho-fluorofentanyl. ``(E) Ortho-Methyl acetylfentanyl. ``(F) Thiofuranyl fentanyl. ``(G) Ortho-Fluorobutyryl fentanyl. ``(H) Ortho-Fluoroacryl fentanyl. ``(I) Beta-Methyl fentanyl. ``(J) Phenyl fentanyl. ``(K) Para-Methylfentanyl. ``(L) Beta'-Phenyl fentanyl. ``(M) Benzodioxole fentanyl.''. <all>

To amend the Controlled Substances Act to prohibit the deceptive sale of fentanyl, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Zero Tolerance for Deceptive Fentanyl Trafficking Act''. SEC. 2. PROHIBITION OF THE DECEPTIVE SALE OF FENTANYL. Section 401 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 841) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(i) Deceptive Sale of Fentanyl and Fentanyl-Related Substances.-- ``(1) Offense.--It shall be unlawful for any person to knowingly misrepresent or knowingly market as another substance a mixture or substance containing fentanyl, a fentanyl analogue, or a fentanyl-related substance (as defined in subsection (e)(2) of schedule I in section 202(c)). ``(2) Penalty.-- ``(A) In general.--Except as provided in subparagraph (B), any person who violates paragraph (1) shall be imprisoned for not less than 20 years and fined under title 18, United States Code. ``(B) Enhanced penalties.-- ``(i) Death results.--If a violation of paragraph (1) results in death or is committed with the intent to cause death, the person shall be sentenced to death or life imprisonment and fined under title 18, United States Code. ``(ii) Prior felony conviction or unlawful presence in the united states.--A person who violates paragraph (1) shall be sentenced to life imprisonment and fined under title 18, United States Code, if the violation occurs-- ``(I) after any other prior felony conviction of the person has become final; or ``(II) while the person is unlawfully present in the United States.''. SEC. 3. FENTANYL-RELATED SUBSTANCES. Schedule I in section 202(c) of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 812) is amended-- (1) in subsection (b), by adding at the end the following: ``(23) Isobutyryl fentanyl. ``(24) Para-Methoxybutyrylfentanyl. ``(25) Valeryl fentanyl. ``(26) Cyclopentyl fentanyl. ``(27) Para-Chloroisobutyryl fentanyl.''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(e)(1) Unless specifically exempted or unless listed in another schedule, any material, compound, mixture, or preparation which contains any quantity of a fentanyl-related substance, or which contains the salts, isomers, and salts of isomers of a fentanyl-related substance whenever the existence of such salts, isomers, and salts of isomers is possible within the specific chemical designation. ``(2) For purposes of paragraph (1), the term `fentanyl-related substance' includes the following: ``(A) Any substance that is structurally related to fentanyl by one or more of the following modifications: ``(i) By replacement of the phenyl portion of the phenethyl group by any monocycle, whether or not further substituted in or on the monocycle. ``(ii) By substitution in or on the phenethyl group with alkyl, alkenyl, alkoxy, hydroxy, halo, haloalkyl, amino, or nitro groups. ``(iii) By substitution in or on the piperidine ring with alkyl, alkenyl, alkoxy, ester, ether, hydroxy, halo, haloalkyl, amino, or nitro groups. ``(iv) By replacement of the aniline ring with any aromatic monocycle whether or not further substituted in or on the aromatic monocycle. ``(v) By replacement of the N-propionyl group by another acyl group. ``(B) 4'-Methyl acetyl fentanyl. ``(C) Crotonyl fentanyl. ``(D) 2'-Fluoro ortho-fluorofentanyl. ``(E) Ortho-Methyl acetylfentanyl. ``(F) Thiofuranyl fentanyl. ``(G) Ortho-Fluorobutyryl fentanyl. ``(H) Ortho-Fluoroacryl fentanyl. ``(I) Beta-Methyl fentanyl. ``(J) Phenyl fentanyl. ``(K) Para-Methylfentanyl. ``(L) Beta'-Phenyl fentanyl. ``(M) Benzodioxole fentanyl.''. <all>

To amend the Controlled Substances Act to prohibit the deceptive sale of fentanyl, and for other purposes. ``(2) Penalty.-- ``(A) In general.--Except as provided in subparagraph (B), any person who violates paragraph (1) shall be imprisoned for not less than 20 years and fined under title 18, United States Code. ``(ii) Prior felony conviction or unlawful presence in the united states.--A person who violates paragraph (1) shall be sentenced to life imprisonment and fined under title 18, United States Code, if the violation occurs-- ``(I) after any other prior felony conviction of the person has become final; or ``(II) while the person is unlawfully present in the United States.''. ``(27) Para-Chloroisobutyryl fentanyl. ''; ``(ii) By substitution in or on the phenethyl group with alkyl, alkenyl, alkoxy, hydroxy, halo, haloalkyl, amino, or nitro groups. ``(iv) By replacement of the aniline ring with any aromatic monocycle whether or not further substituted in or on the aromatic monocycle. ``(F) Thiofuranyl fentanyl. ``(M) Benzodioxole fentanyl.''.

To amend the Controlled Substances Act to prohibit the deceptive sale of fentanyl, and for other purposes. ``(2) Penalty.-- ``(A) In general.--Except as provided in subparagraph (B), any person who violates paragraph (1) shall be imprisoned for not less than 20 years and fined under title 18, United States Code. ``(26) Cyclopentyl fentanyl. ''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(e)(1) Unless specifically exempted or unless listed in another schedule, any material, compound, mixture, or preparation which contains any quantity of a fentanyl-related substance, or which contains the salts, isomers, and salts of isomers of a fentanyl-related substance whenever the existence of such salts, isomers, and salts of isomers is possible within the specific chemical designation. ``(2) For purposes of paragraph (1), the term `fentanyl-related substance' includes the following: ``(A) Any substance that is structurally related to fentanyl by one or more of the following modifications: ``(i) By replacement of the phenyl portion of the phenethyl group by any monocycle, whether or not further substituted in or on the monocycle. ``(F) Thiofuranyl fentanyl. ``(M) Benzodioxole fentanyl.''.

To amend the Controlled Substances Act to prohibit the deceptive sale of fentanyl, and for other purposes. ``(2) Penalty.-- ``(A) In general.--Except as provided in subparagraph (B), any person who violates paragraph (1) shall be imprisoned for not less than 20 years and fined under title 18, United States Code. ``(26) Cyclopentyl fentanyl. ''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(e)(1) Unless specifically exempted or unless listed in another schedule, any material, compound, mixture, or preparation which contains any quantity of a fentanyl-related substance, or which contains the salts, isomers, and salts of isomers of a fentanyl-related substance whenever the existence of such salts, isomers, and salts of isomers is possible within the specific chemical designation. ``(2) For purposes of paragraph (1), the term `fentanyl-related substance' includes the following: ``(A) Any substance that is structurally related to fentanyl by one or more of the following modifications: ``(i) By replacement of the phenyl portion of the phenethyl group by any monocycle, whether or not further substituted in or on the monocycle. ``(F) Thiofuranyl fentanyl. ``(M) Benzodioxole fentanyl.''.

To amend the Controlled Substances Act to prohibit the deceptive sale of fentanyl, and for other purposes. ``(2) Penalty.-- ``(A) In general.--Except as provided in subparagraph (B), any person who violates paragraph (1) shall be imprisoned for not less than 20 years and fined under title 18, United States Code. ``(ii) Prior felony conviction or unlawful presence in the united states.--A person who violates paragraph (1) shall be sentenced to life imprisonment and fined under title 18, United States Code, if the violation occurs-- ``(I) after any other prior felony conviction of the person has become final; or ``(II) while the person is unlawfully present in the United States.''. ``(27) Para-Chloroisobutyryl fentanyl. ''; ``(ii) By substitution in or on the phenethyl group with alkyl, alkenyl, alkoxy, hydroxy, halo, haloalkyl, amino, or nitro groups. ``(iv) By replacement of the aniline ring with any aromatic monocycle whether or not further substituted in or on the aromatic monocycle. ``(F) Thiofuranyl fentanyl. ``(M) Benzodioxole fentanyl.''.

To amend the Controlled Substances Act to prohibit the deceptive sale of fentanyl, and for other purposes. ``(2) Penalty.-- ``(A) In general.--Except as provided in subparagraph (B), any person who violates paragraph (1) shall be imprisoned for not less than 20 years and fined under title 18, United States Code. ``(26) Cyclopentyl fentanyl. ''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(e)(1) Unless specifically exempted or unless listed in another schedule, any material, compound, mixture, or preparation which contains any quantity of a fentanyl-related substance, or which contains the salts, isomers, and salts of isomers of a fentanyl-related substance whenever the existence of such salts, isomers, and salts of isomers is possible within the specific chemical designation. ``(2) For purposes of paragraph (1), the term `fentanyl-related substance' includes the following: ``(A) Any substance that is structurally related to fentanyl by one or more of the following modifications: ``(i) By replacement of the phenyl portion of the phenethyl group by any monocycle, whether or not further substituted in or on the monocycle. ``(F) Thiofuranyl fentanyl. ``(M) Benzodioxole fentanyl.''.

To amend the Controlled Substances Act to prohibit the deceptive sale of fentanyl, and for other purposes. ``(2) Penalty.-- ``(A) In general.--Except as provided in subparagraph (B), any person who violates paragraph (1) shall be imprisoned for not less than 20 years and fined under title 18, United States Code. ``(ii) Prior felony conviction or unlawful presence in the united states.--A person who violates paragraph (1) shall be sentenced to life imprisonment and fined under title 18, United States Code, if the violation occurs-- ``(I) after any other prior felony conviction of the person has become final; or ``(II) while the person is unlawfully present in the United States.''. ``(27) Para-Chloroisobutyryl fentanyl. ''; ``(ii) By substitution in or on the phenethyl group with alkyl, alkenyl, alkoxy, hydroxy, halo, haloalkyl, amino, or nitro groups. ``(iv) By replacement of the aniline ring with any aromatic monocycle whether or not further substituted in or on the aromatic monocycle. ``(F) Thiofuranyl fentanyl. ``(M) Benzodioxole fentanyl.''.

To amend the Controlled Substances Act to prohibit the deceptive sale of fentanyl, and for other purposes. ``(2) Penalty.-- ``(A) In general.--Except as provided in subparagraph (B), any person who violates paragraph (1) shall be imprisoned for not less than 20 years and fined under title 18, United States Code. ``(26) Cyclopentyl fentanyl. ''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(e)(1) Unless specifically exempted or unless listed in another schedule, any material, compound, mixture, or preparation which contains any quantity of a fentanyl-related substance, or which contains the salts, isomers, and salts of isomers of a fentanyl-related substance whenever the existence of such salts, isomers, and salts of isomers is possible within the specific chemical designation. ``(2) For purposes of paragraph (1), the term `fentanyl-related substance' includes the following: ``(A) Any substance that is structurally related to fentanyl by one or more of the following modifications: ``(i) By replacement of the phenyl portion of the phenethyl group by any monocycle, whether or not further substituted in or on the monocycle. ``(F) Thiofuranyl fentanyl. ``(M) Benzodioxole fentanyl.''.

To amend the Controlled Substances Act to prohibit the deceptive sale of fentanyl, and for other purposes. ``(2) Penalty.-- ``(A) In general.--Except as provided in subparagraph (B), any person who violates paragraph (1) shall be imprisoned for not less than 20 years and fined under title 18, United States Code. ``(ii) Prior felony conviction or unlawful presence in the united states.--A person who violates paragraph (1) shall be sentenced to life imprisonment and fined under title 18, United States Code, if the violation occurs-- ``(I) after any other prior felony conviction of the person has become final; or ``(II) while the person is unlawfully present in the United States.''. ``(27) Para-Chloroisobutyryl fentanyl. ''; ``(ii) By substitution in or on the phenethyl group with alkyl, alkenyl, alkoxy, hydroxy, halo, haloalkyl, amino, or nitro groups. ``(iv) By replacement of the aniline ring with any aromatic monocycle whether or not further substituted in or on the aromatic monocycle. ``(F) Thiofuranyl fentanyl. ``(M) Benzodioxole fentanyl.''.

To amend the Controlled Substances Act to prohibit the deceptive sale of fentanyl, and for other purposes. ``(2) Penalty.-- ``(A) In general.--Except as provided in subparagraph (B), any person who violates paragraph (1) shall be imprisoned for not less than 20 years and fined under title 18, United States Code. ``(26) Cyclopentyl fentanyl. ''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(e)(1) Unless specifically exempted or unless listed in another schedule, any material, compound, mixture, or preparation which contains any quantity of a fentanyl-related substance, or which contains the salts, isomers, and salts of isomers of a fentanyl-related substance whenever the existence of such salts, isomers, and salts of isomers is possible within the specific chemical designation. ``(2) For purposes of paragraph (1), the term `fentanyl-related substance' includes the following: ``(A) Any substance that is structurally related to fentanyl by one or more of the following modifications: ``(i) By replacement of the phenyl portion of the phenethyl group by any monocycle, whether or not further substituted in or on the monocycle. ``(F) Thiofuranyl fentanyl. ``(M) Benzodioxole fentanyl.''.

To amend the Controlled Substances Act to prohibit the deceptive sale of fentanyl, and for other purposes. ``(2) Penalty.-- ``(A) In general.--Except as provided in subparagraph (B), any person who violates paragraph (1) shall be imprisoned for not less than 20 years and fined under title 18, United States Code. ``(ii) Prior felony conviction or unlawful presence in the united states.--A person who violates paragraph (1) shall be sentenced to life imprisonment and fined under title 18, United States Code, if the violation occurs-- ``(I) after any other prior felony conviction of the person has become final; or ``(II) while the person is unlawfully present in the United States.''. ``(27) Para-Chloroisobutyryl fentanyl. ''; ``(ii) By substitution in or on the phenethyl group with alkyl, alkenyl, alkoxy, hydroxy, halo, haloalkyl, amino, or nitro groups. ``(iv) By replacement of the aniline ring with any aromatic monocycle whether or not further substituted in or on the aromatic monocycle. ``(F) Thiofuranyl fentanyl. ``(M) Benzodioxole fentanyl.''.

H.R.6394

Transportation and Public Works

Preventing Auto Recycling Theft Act or the PART Act This bill establishes requirements for motor vehicles related to catalytic converters and other motor vehicle parts that contain precious metals. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration must revise the motor vehicle theft prevention standard for new motor vehicles to include catalytic converters among the parts that require an inscribed or affixed identifying number. Additionally, the Department of Transportation must establish a grant program through which law enforcement agencies and other entities can stamp vehicle identification numbers onto catalytic converters of existing vehicles. The bill establishes retention requirements for the purchase of motor vehicle parts that contain precious metals. It also sets forth criminal penalties for the theft of catalytic converters or any precious metals removed from a vehicle.

To prevent the theft of catalytic converters and other precious metal car parts, 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 Auto Recycling Theft Act'' or the ``PART Act''. SEC. 2. REQUIREMENTS FOR NEW MOTOR VEHICLES RELATING TO CATALYTIC CONVERTERS. (a) In General.--Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shall-- (1) revise the motor vehicle theft prevention standard in section 541.5 of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, to include catalytic converters among the parts specified in subsection (a) of such section; and (2) update such regulations as are necessary to ensure that the requirements added by paragraph (1) apply to any vehicle covered by part 565 of such title. (b) Applicability.--Notwithstanding any provision of chapter 331 of title 49, United States Code, in the case of a vehicle described in paragraph (2) of subsection (a) that has not been sold to the first purchaser (as defined in section 33101 of such title), the requirements added by paragraph (1) of such subsection shall apply to the vehicle beginning on the date that is 6 months after the Secretary makes the revision and updates required by such subsection, regardless of the model year of the vehicle or the date on which the vehicle is manufactured. SEC. 3. GRANT PROGRAM FOR VIN STAMPING. (a) In General.--Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Transportation shall establish a program to provide grants to eligible entities to carry out covered activities, excluding wages, related to catalytic converters. (b) Application.--To be eligible for a grant under this section, an eligible entity shall submit an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Secretary may require. (c) Eligible Entities.--In this section, eligible entities shall be-- (1) law enforcement agencies; (2) automobile dealers; (3) automobile repair shops and service centers; and (4) nonprofit organizations. (d) Covered Activities.--Covered activities under this section include a die or pin stamping of the full vehicle identification number onto the outside of the catalytic converter in a conspicuous manner on motor vehicles. Such stamping shall be-- (1) in a typed font and not handwritten; and (2) covered by applying a coat of high-visibility, high- heat theft deterrence paint. (e) Requirement.--Any covered activity carried out under this section shall be carried out at no cost to the owner of the vehicle being stamped on any vehicle otherwise receiving service from the eligible entity. (f) Prioritization.--In making grants under this section, the Secretary shall prioritize-- (1) eligible entities operating in the areas with the highest need for covered activities, including the areas with the highest rates of catalytic converter theft; and (2) eligible entities that are in possession of motor vehicles that are subject to the prohibition under section 1(b). (g) Procedures for Marking.--In carrying out the program established under subsection (a), the Secretary shall issue such regulations as are necessary to establish procedures to mark catalytic converters of vehicles most likely to be targeted for theft with unique identification numbers using a combination of die or pin stamping and high-visibility, high-heat theft deterrence paint without damaging the function of such converter. (h) Annual Report.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter for 10 years, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report on the program established under subsection (a) that includes a description of the progress, results, and any findings of the program, including the total number of catalytic converters marked under the program and, to the extent known, whether any catalytic converters marked under the program were stolen and the outcome of any criminal investigation into the threats. (i) Funding.-- (1) Unobligated funding available.--Of the unobligated balances appropriated by the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, $7,000,000 shall be made available to carry out this section. (2) Authorization of appropriations.--In the event that the total of $7,000,000 of the funds described under paragraph (1) may not be made available to carry out this section, there are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section an amount equal to the remaining funding necessary to total $7,000,000. SEC. 4. REQUIREMENTS FOR PURCHASE OF CATALYTIC CONVERTERS AND RETENTION OF SELLER INFORMATION. (a) Inclusion of Catalytic Converters.--Section 33101(6) of the title 49, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (K), by striking ``and''; (2) in subparagraph (L), by striking ``(K)'' and inserting ``(L)''; (3) by redesignating subparagraph (L) as subparagraph (M); and (4) by inserting after subparagraph (K), the following: ``(L) the catalytic converter; and''. (b) Retention of Records.--Section 33111 of the title 49, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subsection (a), in the subsection heading, by striking ``General Requirements'' and inserting ``Prohibitions Related to Selling Motor Vehicle Parts''; (2) by redesignating subsections (b) and (c) as subsections (c) and (d), respectively; and (3) by inserting after subsection (a) the following: ``(b) Retention of Records.-- ``(1) Requirement.--A person engaged in the business of salvaging, dismantling, recycling, or repairing motor vehicles or motor vehicle parts that contain precious metals shall retain the records of any seller of motor vehicle parts that sells such a part to such person, including-- ``(A) the seller's name, address, thumbprint, telephone number, and a photocopy of a government- issued identification of the seller; and ``(B) the make, model, vehicle identification number, date of purchase, and a description of the motor vehicle or, with respect to a motor vehicle part, a description of the motor vehicle from which the part was purchased. ``(2) Duration of retention.--Such person shall retain such information for a period of not less than two years. ``(3) Definition.--For purposes of paragraph (1), the term `precious metals' has the meaning given such term in section 109-27.5101 of title 41, Code of Federal Regulations.''. (c) Prohibition on Sale of Partial Catalytic Converters.--It shall be unlawful to sell or purchase any partial or de-canned catalytic converter parts or any catalytic converter which has had identifying markings removed or otherwise tampered with. (d) Regulations.--The Attorney General shall prescribe regulations to carry out this section and the amendments made by this section, including the enforcement and penalties that apply to a violation of this section and the amendments made by this section. SEC. 5. CRIMINAL PENALTIES. (a) Theft of Catalytic Converters.--Chapter 31 of title 18, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by adding at the end the following: ``Sec. 671. Theft of catalytic converters ``Whoever steals or knowingly and unlawfully takes, carries away, or conceals a catalytic converter from another person's motor vehicle, or knowingly purchases such a catalytic converter, with the intent to distribute, sell, or dispose of such catalytic converter or any precious metal removed therefrom in interstate or foreign commerce shall be fined under this title or imprisoned not more than 5 years, or both. For purposes of this section, the term `precious metals' has the meaning given such term in section 109-27.5101 of title 41, Code of Federal Regulations.''; and (2) in the table of sections by adding at the end the following: ``671. Theft of catalytic converters''. (b) Definitions.--Section 2311 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after ``for running on land but not on rails;'' the following: ```Precious metals' has the meaning given such term in section 109-27.5101 of title 41, Code of Federal Regulations;''. (c) Trafficking in Car Parts Containing Precious Metals.--Section 2321 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(d) Trafficking in Motor Vehicle Parts Containing Precious Metals.--Whoever buys, receives, possesses, or obtains control of, with intent to sell or otherwise dispose of, a catalytic converter (including a de-canned catalytic converter), knowing the same to have been stolen, shall be fined under this title or imprisoned not more than 5 years, or both.''. (d) Chop Shops.--Section 2322(b) of title 18, United States Code, is amended to read as follows: ``(b) Definition.--For purposes of this section, the term `chop shop' means any building, lot, facility, or other structure or premise where one or more persons engage in receiving, concealing, destroying, disassembling, dismantling, reassembling, or storing any motor vehicle or motor vehicle part which has been unlawfully obtained in order to alter, counterfeit, deface, destroy, disguise, falsify, forge, obliterate, extract any precious metal therefrom, or remove the identity, including the vehicle identification number or derivative thereof, or other identification marking, of such vehicle or vehicle part and to distribute, sell, or dispose of such vehicle, or vehicle part, or precious metal extracted from such vehicle part, in interstate or foreign commerce.''. <all>

PART Act

To prevent the theft of catalytic converters and other precious metal car parts, and for other purposes.

PART Act Preventing Auto Recycling Theft Act

Rep. Baird, James R.

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IN

This bill establishes requirements for motor vehicles related to catalytic converters and other motor vehicle parts that contain precious metals. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration must revise the motor vehicle theft prevention standard for new motor vehicles to include catalytic converters among the parts that require an inscribed or affixed identifying number. Additionally, the Department of Transportation must establish a grant program through which law enforcement agencies and other entities can stamp vehicle identification numbers onto catalytic converters of existing vehicles. The bill establishes retention requirements for the purchase of motor vehicle parts that contain precious metals. It also sets forth criminal penalties for the theft of catalytic converters or any precious metals removed from a vehicle.

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Preventing Auto Recycling Theft Act'' or the ``PART Act''. 2. GRANT PROGRAM FOR VIN STAMPING. (b) Application.--To be eligible for a grant under this section, an eligible entity shall submit an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Secretary may require. (d) Covered Activities.--Covered activities under this section include a die or pin stamping of the full vehicle identification number onto the outside of the catalytic converter in a conspicuous manner on motor vehicles. Such stamping shall be-- (1) in a typed font and not handwritten; and (2) covered by applying a coat of high-visibility, high- heat theft deterrence paint. (2) Authorization of appropriations.--In the event that the total of $7,000,000 of the funds described under paragraph (1) may not be made available to carry out this section, there are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section an amount equal to the remaining funding necessary to total $7,000,000. 4. (a) Inclusion of Catalytic Converters.--Section 33101(6) of the title 49, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (K), by striking ``and''; (2) in subparagraph (L), by striking ``(K)'' and inserting ``(L)''; (3) by redesignating subparagraph (L) as subparagraph (M); and (4) by inserting after subparagraph (K), the following: ``(L) the catalytic converter; and''. (b) Retention of Records.--Section 33111 of the title 49, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subsection (a), in the subsection heading, by striking ``General Requirements'' and inserting ``Prohibitions Related to Selling Motor Vehicle Parts''; (2) by redesignating subsections (b) and (c) as subsections (c) and (d), respectively; and (3) by inserting after subsection (a) the following: ``(b) Retention of Records.-- ``(1) Requirement.--A person engaged in the business of salvaging, dismantling, recycling, or repairing motor vehicles or motor vehicle parts that contain precious metals shall retain the records of any seller of motor vehicle parts that sells such a part to such person, including-- ``(A) the seller's name, address, thumbprint, telephone number, and a photocopy of a government- issued identification of the seller; and ``(B) the make, model, vehicle identification number, date of purchase, and a description of the motor vehicle or, with respect to a motor vehicle part, a description of the motor vehicle from which the part was purchased. ``(3) Definition.--For purposes of paragraph (1), the term `precious metals' has the meaning given such term in section 109-27.5101 of title 41, Code of Federal Regulations.''. (d) Regulations.--The Attorney General shall prescribe regulations to carry out this section and the amendments made by this section, including the enforcement and penalties that apply to a violation of this section and the amendments made by this section. SEC. 5. 671. Theft of catalytic converters''.

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Preventing Auto Recycling Theft Act'' or the ``PART Act''. 2. GRANT PROGRAM FOR VIN STAMPING. (b) Application.--To be eligible for a grant under this section, an eligible entity shall submit an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Secretary may require. (2) Authorization of appropriations.--In the event that the total of $7,000,000 of the funds described under paragraph (1) may not be made available to carry out this section, there are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section an amount equal to the remaining funding necessary to total $7,000,000. 4. (b) Retention of Records.--Section 33111 of the title 49, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subsection (a), in the subsection heading, by striking ``General Requirements'' and inserting ``Prohibitions Related to Selling Motor Vehicle Parts''; (2) by redesignating subsections (b) and (c) as subsections (c) and (d), respectively; and (3) by inserting after subsection (a) the following: ``(b) Retention of Records.-- ``(1) Requirement.--A person engaged in the business of salvaging, dismantling, recycling, or repairing motor vehicles or motor vehicle parts that contain precious metals shall retain the records of any seller of motor vehicle parts that sells such a part to such person, including-- ``(A) the seller's name, address, thumbprint, telephone number, and a photocopy of a government- issued identification of the seller; and ``(B) the make, model, vehicle identification number, date of purchase, and a description of the motor vehicle or, with respect to a motor vehicle part, a description of the motor vehicle from which the part was purchased. ``(3) Definition.--For purposes of paragraph (1), the term `precious metals' has the meaning given such term in section 109-27.5101 of title 41, Code of Federal Regulations.''. (d) Regulations.--The Attorney General shall prescribe regulations to carry out this section and the amendments made by this section, including the enforcement and penalties that apply to a violation of this section and the amendments made by this section. SEC. 5. 671. Theft of catalytic converters''.

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Preventing Auto Recycling Theft Act'' or the ``PART Act''. 2. GRANT PROGRAM FOR VIN STAMPING. (b) Application.--To be eligible for a grant under this section, an eligible entity shall submit an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Secretary may require. (c) Eligible Entities.--In this section, eligible entities shall be-- (1) law enforcement agencies; (2) automobile dealers; (3) automobile repair shops and service centers; and (4) nonprofit organizations. (d) Covered Activities.--Covered activities under this section include a die or pin stamping of the full vehicle identification number onto the outside of the catalytic converter in a conspicuous manner on motor vehicles. Such stamping shall be-- (1) in a typed font and not handwritten; and (2) covered by applying a coat of high-visibility, high- heat theft deterrence paint. (e) Requirement.--Any covered activity carried out under this section shall be carried out at no cost to the owner of the vehicle being stamped on any vehicle otherwise receiving service from the eligible entity. (h) Annual Report.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter for 10 years, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report on the program established under subsection (a) that includes a description of the progress, results, and any findings of the program, including the total number of catalytic converters marked under the program and, to the extent known, whether any catalytic converters marked under the program were stolen and the outcome of any criminal investigation into the threats. (2) Authorization of appropriations.--In the event that the total of $7,000,000 of the funds described under paragraph (1) may not be made available to carry out this section, there are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section an amount equal to the remaining funding necessary to total $7,000,000. 4. (a) Inclusion of Catalytic Converters.--Section 33101(6) of the title 49, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (K), by striking ``and''; (2) in subparagraph (L), by striking ``(K)'' and inserting ``(L)''; (3) by redesignating subparagraph (L) as subparagraph (M); and (4) by inserting after subparagraph (K), the following: ``(L) the catalytic converter; and''. (b) Retention of Records.--Section 33111 of the title 49, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subsection (a), in the subsection heading, by striking ``General Requirements'' and inserting ``Prohibitions Related to Selling Motor Vehicle Parts''; (2) by redesignating subsections (b) and (c) as subsections (c) and (d), respectively; and (3) by inserting after subsection (a) the following: ``(b) Retention of Records.-- ``(1) Requirement.--A person engaged in the business of salvaging, dismantling, recycling, or repairing motor vehicles or motor vehicle parts that contain precious metals shall retain the records of any seller of motor vehicle parts that sells such a part to such person, including-- ``(A) the seller's name, address, thumbprint, telephone number, and a photocopy of a government- issued identification of the seller; and ``(B) the make, model, vehicle identification number, date of purchase, and a description of the motor vehicle or, with respect to a motor vehicle part, a description of the motor vehicle from which the part was purchased. ``(3) Definition.--For purposes of paragraph (1), the term `precious metals' has the meaning given such term in section 109-27.5101 of title 41, Code of Federal Regulations.''. (c) Prohibition on Sale of Partial Catalytic Converters.--It shall be unlawful to sell or purchase any partial or de-canned catalytic converter parts or any catalytic converter which has had identifying markings removed or otherwise tampered with. (d) Regulations.--The Attorney General shall prescribe regulations to carry out this section and the amendments made by this section, including the enforcement and penalties that apply to a violation of this section and the amendments made by this section. SEC. 5. 671. Theft of catalytic converters ``Whoever steals or knowingly and unlawfully takes, carries away, or conceals a catalytic converter from another person's motor vehicle, or knowingly purchases such a catalytic converter, with the intent to distribute, sell, or dispose of such catalytic converter or any precious metal removed therefrom in interstate or foreign commerce shall be fined under this title or imprisoned not more than 5 years, or both. ''; and (2) in the table of sections by adding at the end the following: ``671. Theft of catalytic converters''.

Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Auto Recycling Theft Act'' or the ``PART Act''. 2. GRANT PROGRAM FOR VIN STAMPING. (b) Application.--To be eligible for a grant under this section, an eligible entity shall submit an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Secretary may require. (c) Eligible Entities.--In this section, eligible entities shall be-- (1) law enforcement agencies; (2) automobile dealers; (3) automobile repair shops and service centers; and (4) nonprofit organizations. (d) Covered Activities.--Covered activities under this section include a die or pin stamping of the full vehicle identification number onto the outside of the catalytic converter in a conspicuous manner on motor vehicles. Such stamping shall be-- (1) in a typed font and not handwritten; and (2) covered by applying a coat of high-visibility, high- heat theft deterrence paint. (e) Requirement.--Any covered activity carried out under this section shall be carried out at no cost to the owner of the vehicle being stamped on any vehicle otherwise receiving service from the eligible entity. (f) Prioritization.--In making grants under this section, the Secretary shall prioritize-- (1) eligible entities operating in the areas with the highest need for covered activities, including the areas with the highest rates of catalytic converter theft; and (2) eligible entities that are in possession of motor vehicles that are subject to the prohibition under section 1(b). (h) Annual Report.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter for 10 years, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report on the program established under subsection (a) that includes a description of the progress, results, and any findings of the program, including the total number of catalytic converters marked under the program and, to the extent known, whether any catalytic converters marked under the program were stolen and the outcome of any criminal investigation into the threats. (2) Authorization of appropriations.--In the event that the total of $7,000,000 of the funds described under paragraph (1) may not be made available to carry out this section, there are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section an amount equal to the remaining funding necessary to total $7,000,000. 4. (a) Inclusion of Catalytic Converters.--Section 33101(6) of the title 49, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (K), by striking ``and''; (2) in subparagraph (L), by striking ``(K)'' and inserting ``(L)''; (3) by redesignating subparagraph (L) as subparagraph (M); and (4) by inserting after subparagraph (K), the following: ``(L) the catalytic converter; and''. (b) Retention of Records.--Section 33111 of the title 49, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subsection (a), in the subsection heading, by striking ``General Requirements'' and inserting ``Prohibitions Related to Selling Motor Vehicle Parts''; (2) by redesignating subsections (b) and (c) as subsections (c) and (d), respectively; and (3) by inserting after subsection (a) the following: ``(b) Retention of Records.-- ``(1) Requirement.--A person engaged in the business of salvaging, dismantling, recycling, or repairing motor vehicles or motor vehicle parts that contain precious metals shall retain the records of any seller of motor vehicle parts that sells such a part to such person, including-- ``(A) the seller's name, address, thumbprint, telephone number, and a photocopy of a government- issued identification of the seller; and ``(B) the make, model, vehicle identification number, date of purchase, and a description of the motor vehicle or, with respect to a motor vehicle part, a description of the motor vehicle from which the part was purchased. ``(3) Definition.--For purposes of paragraph (1), the term `precious metals' has the meaning given such term in section 109-27.5101 of title 41, Code of Federal Regulations.''. (c) Prohibition on Sale of Partial Catalytic Converters.--It shall be unlawful to sell or purchase any partial or de-canned catalytic converter parts or any catalytic converter which has had identifying markings removed or otherwise tampered with. (d) Regulations.--The Attorney General shall prescribe regulations to carry out this section and the amendments made by this section, including the enforcement and penalties that apply to a violation of this section and the amendments made by this section. SEC. 5. 671. Theft of catalytic converters ``Whoever steals or knowingly and unlawfully takes, carries away, or conceals a catalytic converter from another person's motor vehicle, or knowingly purchases such a catalytic converter, with the intent to distribute, sell, or dispose of such catalytic converter or any precious metal removed therefrom in interstate or foreign commerce shall be fined under this title or imprisoned not more than 5 years, or both. ''; and (2) in the table of sections by adding at the end the following: ``671. Theft of catalytic converters''. (d) Chop Shops.--Section 2322(b) of title 18, United States Code, is amended to read as follows: ``(b) Definition.--For purposes of this section, the term `chop shop' means any building, lot, facility, or other structure or premise where one or more persons engage in receiving, concealing, destroying, disassembling, dismantling, reassembling, or storing any motor vehicle or motor vehicle part which has been unlawfully obtained in order to alter, counterfeit, deface, destroy, disguise, falsify, forge, obliterate, extract any precious metal therefrom, or remove the identity, including the vehicle identification number or derivative thereof, or other identification marking, of such vehicle or vehicle part and to distribute, sell, or dispose of such vehicle, or vehicle part, or precious metal extracted from such vehicle part, in interstate or foreign commerce.''.

To prevent the theft of catalytic converters and other precious metal car parts, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shall-- (1) revise the motor vehicle theft prevention standard in section 541.5 of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, to include catalytic converters among the parts specified in subsection (a) of such section; and (2) update such regulations as are necessary to ensure that the requirements added by paragraph (1) apply to any vehicle covered by part 565 of such title. ( GRANT PROGRAM FOR VIN STAMPING. ( Such stamping shall be-- (1) in a typed font and not handwritten; and (2) covered by applying a coat of high-visibility, high- heat theft deterrence paint. ( (f) Prioritization.--In making grants under this section, the Secretary shall prioritize-- (1) eligible entities operating in the areas with the highest need for covered activities, including the areas with the highest rates of catalytic converter theft; and (2) eligible entities that are in possession of motor vehicles that are subject to the prohibition under section 1(b). ( g) Procedures for Marking.--In carrying out the program established under subsection (a), the Secretary shall issue such regulations as are necessary to establish procedures to mark catalytic converters of vehicles most likely to be targeted for theft with unique identification numbers using a combination of die or pin stamping and high-visibility, high-heat theft deterrence paint without damaging the function of such converter. ( (2) Authorization of appropriations.--In the event that the total of $7,000,000 of the funds described under paragraph (1) may not be made available to carry out this section, there are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section an amount equal to the remaining funding necessary to total $7,000,000. a) Inclusion of Catalytic Converters.--Section 33101(6) of the title 49, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (K), by striking ``and''; (2) in subparagraph (L), by striking ``(K)'' and inserting ``(L)''; (3) by redesignating subparagraph (L) as subparagraph (M); and (4) by inserting after subparagraph (K), the following: ``(L) the catalytic converter; and''. ``(2) Duration of retention.--Such person shall retain such information for a period of not less than two years. ``(3) Definition.--For purposes of paragraph (1), the term `precious metals' has the meaning given such term in section 109-27.5101 of title 41, Code of Federal Regulations.''. ( (d) Regulations.--The Attorney General shall prescribe regulations to carry out this section and the amendments made by this section, including the enforcement and penalties that apply to a violation of this section and the amendments made by this section. b) Definitions.--Section 2311 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after ``for running on land but not on rails;'' the following: ```Precious metals' has the meaning given such term in section 109-27.5101 of title 41, Code of Federal Regulations;''. (c) Trafficking in Car Parts Containing Precious Metals.--Section 2321 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(d) Trafficking in Motor Vehicle Parts Containing Precious Metals.--Whoever buys, receives, possesses, or obtains control of, with intent to sell or otherwise dispose of, a catalytic converter (including a de-canned catalytic converter), knowing the same to have been stolen, shall be fined under this title or imprisoned not more than 5 years, or both.''. (

To prevent the theft of catalytic converters and other precious metal car parts, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Transportation shall establish a program to provide grants to eligible entities to carry out covered activities, excluding wages, related to catalytic converters. ( (d) Covered Activities.--Covered activities under this section include a die or pin stamping of the full vehicle identification number onto the outside of the catalytic converter in a conspicuous manner on motor vehicles. g) Procedures for Marking.--In carrying out the program established under subsection (a), the Secretary shall issue such regulations as are necessary to establish procedures to mark catalytic converters of vehicles most likely to be targeted for theft with unique identification numbers using a combination of die or pin stamping and high-visibility, high-heat theft deterrence paint without damaging the function of such converter. ( (2) Authorization of appropriations.--In the event that the total of $7,000,000 of the funds described under paragraph (1) may not be made available to carry out this section, there are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section an amount equal to the remaining funding necessary to total $7,000,000. a) Inclusion of Catalytic Converters.--Section 33101(6) of the title 49, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (K), by striking ``and''; (2) in subparagraph (L), by striking ``(K)'' and inserting ``(L)''; (3) by redesignating subparagraph (L) as subparagraph (M); and (4) by inserting after subparagraph (K), the following: ``(L) the catalytic converter; and''. ( (d) Regulations.--The Attorney General shall prescribe regulations to carry out this section and the amendments made by this section, including the enforcement and penalties that apply to a violation of this section and the amendments made by this section. b) Definitions.--Section 2311 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after ``for running on land but not on rails;'' the following: ```Precious metals' has the meaning given such term in section 109-27.5101 of title 41, Code of Federal Regulations;''. (

To prevent the theft of catalytic converters and other precious metal car parts, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Transportation shall establish a program to provide grants to eligible entities to carry out covered activities, excluding wages, related to catalytic converters. ( (d) Covered Activities.--Covered activities under this section include a die or pin stamping of the full vehicle identification number onto the outside of the catalytic converter in a conspicuous manner on motor vehicles. g) Procedures for Marking.--In carrying out the program established under subsection (a), the Secretary shall issue such regulations as are necessary to establish procedures to mark catalytic converters of vehicles most likely to be targeted for theft with unique identification numbers using a combination of die or pin stamping and high-visibility, high-heat theft deterrence paint without damaging the function of such converter. ( (2) Authorization of appropriations.--In the event that the total of $7,000,000 of the funds described under paragraph (1) may not be made available to carry out this section, there are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section an amount equal to the remaining funding necessary to total $7,000,000. a) Inclusion of Catalytic Converters.--Section 33101(6) of the title 49, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (K), by striking ``and''; (2) in subparagraph (L), by striking ``(K)'' and inserting ``(L)''; (3) by redesignating subparagraph (L) as subparagraph (M); and (4) by inserting after subparagraph (K), the following: ``(L) the catalytic converter; and''. ( (d) Regulations.--The Attorney General shall prescribe regulations to carry out this section and the amendments made by this section, including the enforcement and penalties that apply to a violation of this section and the amendments made by this section. b) Definitions.--Section 2311 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after ``for running on land but not on rails;'' the following: ```Precious metals' has the meaning given such term in section 109-27.5101 of title 41, Code of Federal Regulations;''. (

To prevent the theft of catalytic converters and other precious metal car parts, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shall-- (1) revise the motor vehicle theft prevention standard in section 541.5 of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, to include catalytic converters among the parts specified in subsection (a) of such section; and (2) update such regulations as are necessary to ensure that the requirements added by paragraph (1) apply to any vehicle covered by part 565 of such title. ( GRANT PROGRAM FOR VIN STAMPING. ( Such stamping shall be-- (1) in a typed font and not handwritten; and (2) covered by applying a coat of high-visibility, high- heat theft deterrence paint. ( (f) Prioritization.--In making grants under this section, the Secretary shall prioritize-- (1) eligible entities operating in the areas with the highest need for covered activities, including the areas with the highest rates of catalytic converter theft; and (2) eligible entities that are in possession of motor vehicles that are subject to the prohibition under section 1(b). ( g) Procedures for Marking.--In carrying out the program established under subsection (a), the Secretary shall issue such regulations as are necessary to establish procedures to mark catalytic converters of vehicles most likely to be targeted for theft with unique identification numbers using a combination of die or pin stamping and high-visibility, high-heat theft deterrence paint without damaging the function of such converter. ( (2) Authorization of appropriations.--In the event that the total of $7,000,000 of the funds described under paragraph (1) may not be made available to carry out this section, there are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section an amount equal to the remaining funding necessary to total $7,000,000. a) Inclusion of Catalytic Converters.--Section 33101(6) of the title 49, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (K), by striking ``and''; (2) in subparagraph (L), by striking ``(K)'' and inserting ``(L)''; (3) by redesignating subparagraph (L) as subparagraph (M); and (4) by inserting after subparagraph (K), the following: ``(L) the catalytic converter; and''. ``(2) Duration of retention.--Such person shall retain such information for a period of not less than two years. ``(3) Definition.--For purposes of paragraph (1), the term `precious metals' has the meaning given such term in section 109-27.5101 of title 41, Code of Federal Regulations.''. ( (d) Regulations.--The Attorney General shall prescribe regulations to carry out this section and the amendments made by this section, including the enforcement and penalties that apply to a violation of this section and the amendments made by this section. b) Definitions.--Section 2311 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after ``for running on land but not on rails;'' the following: ```Precious metals' has the meaning given such term in section 109-27.5101 of title 41, Code of Federal Regulations;''. (c) Trafficking in Car Parts Containing Precious Metals.--Section 2321 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(d) Trafficking in Motor Vehicle Parts Containing Precious Metals.--Whoever buys, receives, possesses, or obtains control of, with intent to sell or otherwise dispose of, a catalytic converter (including a de-canned catalytic converter), knowing the same to have been stolen, shall be fined under this title or imprisoned not more than 5 years, or both.''. (

To prevent the theft of catalytic converters and other precious metal car parts, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Transportation shall establish a program to provide grants to eligible entities to carry out covered activities, excluding wages, related to catalytic converters. ( (d) Covered Activities.--Covered activities under this section include a die or pin stamping of the full vehicle identification number onto the outside of the catalytic converter in a conspicuous manner on motor vehicles. g) Procedures for Marking.--In carrying out the program established under subsection (a), the Secretary shall issue such regulations as are necessary to establish procedures to mark catalytic converters of vehicles most likely to be targeted for theft with unique identification numbers using a combination of die or pin stamping and high-visibility, high-heat theft deterrence paint without damaging the function of such converter. ( (2) Authorization of appropriations.--In the event that the total of $7,000,000 of the funds described under paragraph (1) may not be made available to carry out this section, there are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section an amount equal to the remaining funding necessary to total $7,000,000. a) Inclusion of Catalytic Converters.--Section 33101(6) of the title 49, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (K), by striking ``and''; (2) in subparagraph (L), by striking ``(K)'' and inserting ``(L)''; (3) by redesignating subparagraph (L) as subparagraph (M); and (4) by inserting after subparagraph (K), the following: ``(L) the catalytic converter; and''. ( (d) Regulations.--The Attorney General shall prescribe regulations to carry out this section and the amendments made by this section, including the enforcement and penalties that apply to a violation of this section and the amendments made by this section. b) Definitions.--Section 2311 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after ``for running on land but not on rails;'' the following: ```Precious metals' has the meaning given such term in section 109-27.5101 of title 41, Code of Federal Regulations;''. (

To prevent the theft of catalytic converters and other precious metal car parts, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shall-- (1) revise the motor vehicle theft prevention standard in section 541.5 of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, to include catalytic converters among the parts specified in subsection (a) of such section; and (2) update such regulations as are necessary to ensure that the requirements added by paragraph (1) apply to any vehicle covered by part 565 of such title. ( GRANT PROGRAM FOR VIN STAMPING. ( Such stamping shall be-- (1) in a typed font and not handwritten; and (2) covered by applying a coat of high-visibility, high- heat theft deterrence paint. ( (f) Prioritization.--In making grants under this section, the Secretary shall prioritize-- (1) eligible entities operating in the areas with the highest need for covered activities, including the areas with the highest rates of catalytic converter theft; and (2) eligible entities that are in possession of motor vehicles that are subject to the prohibition under section 1(b). ( g) Procedures for Marking.--In carrying out the program established under subsection (a), the Secretary shall issue such regulations as are necessary to establish procedures to mark catalytic converters of vehicles most likely to be targeted for theft with unique identification numbers using a combination of die or pin stamping and high-visibility, high-heat theft deterrence paint without damaging the function of such converter. ( (2) Authorization of appropriations.--In the event that the total of $7,000,000 of the funds described under paragraph (1) may not be made available to carry out this section, there are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section an amount equal to the remaining funding necessary to total $7,000,000. a) Inclusion of Catalytic Converters.--Section 33101(6) of the title 49, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (K), by striking ``and''; (2) in subparagraph (L), by striking ``(K)'' and inserting ``(L)''; (3) by redesignating subparagraph (L) as subparagraph (M); and (4) by inserting after subparagraph (K), the following: ``(L) the catalytic converter; and''. ``(2) Duration of retention.--Such person shall retain such information for a period of not less than two years. ``(3) Definition.--For purposes of paragraph (1), the term `precious metals' has the meaning given such term in section 109-27.5101 of title 41, Code of Federal Regulations.''. ( (d) Regulations.--The Attorney General shall prescribe regulations to carry out this section and the amendments made by this section, including the enforcement and penalties that apply to a violation of this section and the amendments made by this section. b) Definitions.--Section 2311 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after ``for running on land but not on rails;'' the following: ```Precious metals' has the meaning given such term in section 109-27.5101 of title 41, Code of Federal Regulations;''. (c) Trafficking in Car Parts Containing Precious Metals.--Section 2321 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(d) Trafficking in Motor Vehicle Parts Containing Precious Metals.--Whoever buys, receives, possesses, or obtains control of, with intent to sell or otherwise dispose of, a catalytic converter (including a de-canned catalytic converter), knowing the same to have been stolen, shall be fined under this title or imprisoned not more than 5 years, or both.''. (

To prevent the theft of catalytic converters and other precious metal car parts, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Transportation shall establish a program to provide grants to eligible entities to carry out covered activities, excluding wages, related to catalytic converters. ( (d) Covered Activities.--Covered activities under this section include a die or pin stamping of the full vehicle identification number onto the outside of the catalytic converter in a conspicuous manner on motor vehicles. g) Procedures for Marking.--In carrying out the program established under subsection (a), the Secretary shall issue such regulations as are necessary to establish procedures to mark catalytic converters of vehicles most likely to be targeted for theft with unique identification numbers using a combination of die or pin stamping and high-visibility, high-heat theft deterrence paint without damaging the function of such converter. ( (2) Authorization of appropriations.--In the event that the total of $7,000,000 of the funds described under paragraph (1) may not be made available to carry out this section, there are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section an amount equal to the remaining funding necessary to total $7,000,000. a) Inclusion of Catalytic Converters.--Section 33101(6) of the title 49, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (K), by striking ``and''; (2) in subparagraph (L), by striking ``(K)'' and inserting ``(L)''; (3) by redesignating subparagraph (L) as subparagraph (M); and (4) by inserting after subparagraph (K), the following: ``(L) the catalytic converter; and''. ( (d) Regulations.--The Attorney General shall prescribe regulations to carry out this section and the amendments made by this section, including the enforcement and penalties that apply to a violation of this section and the amendments made by this section. b) Definitions.--Section 2311 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after ``for running on land but not on rails;'' the following: ```Precious metals' has the meaning given such term in section 109-27.5101 of title 41, Code of Federal Regulations;''. (

To prevent the theft of catalytic converters and other precious metal car parts, and for other purposes. Such stamping shall be-- (1) in a typed font and not handwritten; and (2) covered by applying a coat of high-visibility, high- heat theft deterrence paint. ( ( ( g) Procedures for Marking.--In carrying out the program established under subsection (a), the Secretary shall issue such regulations as are necessary to establish procedures to mark catalytic converters of vehicles most likely to be targeted for theft with unique identification numbers using a combination of die or pin stamping and high-visibility, high-heat theft deterrence paint without damaging the function of such converter. ( ( a) Inclusion of Catalytic Converters.--Section 33101(6) of the title 49, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (K), by striking ``and''; (2) in subparagraph (L), by striking ``(K)'' and inserting ``(L)''; (3) by redesignating subparagraph (L) as subparagraph (M); and (4) by inserting after subparagraph (K), the following: ``(L) the catalytic converter; and''. ( (d) Regulations.--The Attorney General shall prescribe regulations to carry out this section and the amendments made by this section, including the enforcement and penalties that apply to a violation of this section and the amendments made by this section. b) Definitions.--Section 2311 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after ``for running on land but not on rails;'' the following: ```Precious metals' has the meaning given such term in section 109-27.5101 of title 41, Code of Federal Regulations;''. (

To prevent the theft of catalytic converters and other precious metal car parts, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Transportation shall establish a program to provide grants to eligible entities to carry out covered activities, excluding wages, related to catalytic converters. ( (d) Covered Activities.--Covered activities under this section include a die or pin stamping of the full vehicle identification number onto the outside of the catalytic converter in a conspicuous manner on motor vehicles. g) Procedures for Marking.--In carrying out the program established under subsection (a), the Secretary shall issue such regulations as are necessary to establish procedures to mark catalytic converters of vehicles most likely to be targeted for theft with unique identification numbers using a combination of die or pin stamping and high-visibility, high-heat theft deterrence paint without damaging the function of such converter. ( (2) Authorization of appropriations.--In the event that the total of $7,000,000 of the funds described under paragraph (1) may not be made available to carry out this section, there are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section an amount equal to the remaining funding necessary to total $7,000,000. a) Inclusion of Catalytic Converters.--Section 33101(6) of the title 49, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (K), by striking ``and''; (2) in subparagraph (L), by striking ``(K)'' and inserting ``(L)''; (3) by redesignating subparagraph (L) as subparagraph (M); and (4) by inserting after subparagraph (K), the following: ``(L) the catalytic converter; and''. ( (d) Regulations.--The Attorney General shall prescribe regulations to carry out this section and the amendments made by this section, including the enforcement and penalties that apply to a violation of this section and the amendments made by this section. b) Definitions.--Section 2311 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after ``for running on land but not on rails;'' the following: ```Precious metals' has the meaning given such term in section 109-27.5101 of title 41, Code of Federal Regulations;''. (

To prevent the theft of catalytic converters and other precious metal car parts, and for other purposes. Such stamping shall be-- (1) in a typed font and not handwritten; and (2) covered by applying a coat of high-visibility, high- heat theft deterrence paint. ( ( ( g) Procedures for Marking.--In carrying out the program established under subsection (a), the Secretary shall issue such regulations as are necessary to establish procedures to mark catalytic converters of vehicles most likely to be targeted for theft with unique identification numbers using a combination of die or pin stamping and high-visibility, high-heat theft deterrence paint without damaging the function of such converter. ( ( a) Inclusion of Catalytic Converters.--Section 33101(6) of the title 49, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (K), by striking ``and''; (2) in subparagraph (L), by striking ``(K)'' and inserting ``(L)''; (3) by redesignating subparagraph (L) as subparagraph (M); and (4) by inserting after subparagraph (K), the following: ``(L) the catalytic converter; and''. ( (d) Regulations.--The Attorney General shall prescribe regulations to carry out this section and the amendments made by this section, including the enforcement and penalties that apply to a violation of this section and the amendments made by this section. b) Definitions.--Section 2311 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after ``for running on land but not on rails;'' the following: ```Precious metals' has the meaning given such term in section 109-27.5101 of title 41, Code of Federal Regulations;''. (

H.R.5500

Government Operations and Politics

Voter Choice Act This bill directs the Election Assistance Commission (EAC) to establish a program to support state and local governments in the transition to ranked choice voting (a system in which voters rank candidates in order of preference). Specifically, the EAC must provide technical assistance to state and local governments that are considering whether to make, or that are in the process of making, the transition to a ranked choice voting system for their elections. The EAC must also award grants to support such transition, including through the acquisition of voting equipment and tabulation software, appropriate ballot design, educational materials, and voter outreach.

To amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to support State and local governments making a transition to ranked choice voting. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Voter Choice Act''. SEC. 2. ASSISTANCE FOR TRANSITION TO RANKED CHOICE VOTING. (a) In General.--Title V of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (52 U.S.C. 21121 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``Subtitle B--Ranked Choice Voting Program ``SEC. 511. RANKED CHOICE VOTING PROGRAM. ``(a) Definition of Ranked Choice Voting System.--For purposes of this subtitle, the term `ranked choice voting system' means a set of election methods which allow each voter to rank contest options in order of the voter's preference, in which votes are counted in rounds using a series of runoff tabulations to defeat contest options with the fewest votes, and which elects a winner with a majority of final round votes in a single-winner contest and provides proportional representation in multi-winner contests. ``(b) Program.--The Commission shall establish a program under which the Commission-- ``(1) provides technical assistance to State and local governments that are considering whether to make, or that are in the process of making, a transition to a ranked choice voting system for Federal, State, or local elections; and ``(2) awards grants to States and local government to support the transition to a ranked choice voting system, including through the acquisition of voting equipment and tabulation software, appropriate ballot design, the development and publication of educational materials, and voter outreach. ``(c) Rules for Grants.-- ``(1) Selection of grant recipients.--To the extent possible, the Commission shall award grants under subsection (b)(2) to areas that represent a diversity of jurisdictions with respect to geography, population characteristics, and population density. ``(2) Award limitation.--The amount of any grant awarded under subsection (b)(2) shall not exceed 50 percent of the cost of the activities covered by the grant. ``SEC. 512. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. ``(a) In General.--In addition to any funds authorized to be appropriated to the Commission under section 210, there are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this subtitle $40,000,000 for fiscal year 2021. ``(b) Availability of Funds.--Amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization under this section shall remain available, without fiscal year limitation, until expended.''. (b) Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Section 202(6) of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (52 U.S.C. 20922) is amended by striking ``the Help America Vote College Program under title V'' and inserting ``the programs under title V''. (2) Title V of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (52 U.S.C. 21121 et seq.) is amended by striking the matter preceding section 501 and inserting the following: ``TITLE V--ELECTION ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS ``Subtitle A--Help America Vote College Program''. (3) Section 503 of such Act (52 U.S.C. 21123) is amended by striking ``title'' and inserting ``subtitle''. (4) The table of sections of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 is amended-- (A) by striking the item relating to title V and inserting the following: ``TITLE V--ELECTION ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS ``Subtitle A--Help America Vote College Program''; and (B) by inserting after the item relating to section 503 the following: ``Subtitle B--Ranked Choice Voting Program ``Sec. 511. Ranked choice voting program. ``Sec. 512. Authorization of appropriations.''. <all>

Voter Choice Act

To amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to support State and local governments making a transition to ranked choice voting.

Voter Choice Act

Rep. Phillips, Dean

D

MN

This bill directs the Election Assistance Commission (EAC) to establish a program to support state and local governments in the transition to ranked choice voting (a system in which voters rank candidates in order of preference). Specifically, the EAC must provide technical assistance to state and local governments that are considering whether to make, or that are in the process of making, the transition to a ranked choice voting system for their elections. The EAC must also award grants to support such transition, including through the acquisition of voting equipment and tabulation software, appropriate ballot design, educational materials, and voter outreach.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Voter Choice Act''. SEC. is amended by adding at the end the following: ``Subtitle B--Ranked Choice Voting Program ``SEC. RANKED CHOICE VOTING PROGRAM. ``(a) Definition of Ranked Choice Voting System.--For purposes of this subtitle, the term `ranked choice voting system' means a set of election methods which allow each voter to rank contest options in order of the voter's preference, in which votes are counted in rounds using a series of runoff tabulations to defeat contest options with the fewest votes, and which elects a winner with a majority of final round votes in a single-winner contest and provides proportional representation in multi-winner contests. ``(b) Program.--The Commission shall establish a program under which the Commission-- ``(1) provides technical assistance to State and local governments that are considering whether to make, or that are in the process of making, a transition to a ranked choice voting system for Federal, State, or local elections; and ``(2) awards grants to States and local government to support the transition to a ranked choice voting system, including through the acquisition of voting equipment and tabulation software, appropriate ballot design, the development and publication of educational materials, and voter outreach. ``(c) Rules for Grants.-- ``(1) Selection of grant recipients.--To the extent possible, the Commission shall award grants under subsection (b)(2) to areas that represent a diversity of jurisdictions with respect to geography, population characteristics, and population density. ``(2) Award limitation.--The amount of any grant awarded under subsection (b)(2) shall not exceed 50 percent of the cost of the activities covered by the grant. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. ``(a) In General.--In addition to any funds authorized to be appropriated to the Commission under section 210, there are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this subtitle $40,000,000 for fiscal year 2021. ``(b) Availability of Funds.--Amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization under this section shall remain available, without fiscal year limitation, until expended.''. (b) Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Section 202(6) of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (52 U.S.C. (2) Title V of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (52 U.S.C. 21121 et seq.) is amended by striking the matter preceding section 501 and inserting the following: ``TITLE V--ELECTION ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS ``Subtitle A--Help America Vote College Program''. 21123) is amended by striking ``title'' and inserting ``subtitle''. (4) The table of sections of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 is amended-- (A) by striking the item relating to title V and inserting the following: ``TITLE V--ELECTION ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS ``Subtitle A--Help America Vote College Program''; and (B) by inserting after the item relating to section 503 the following: ``Subtitle B--Ranked Choice Voting Program ``Sec. 511. 512.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SEC. RANKED CHOICE VOTING PROGRAM. ``(a) Definition of Ranked Choice Voting System.--For purposes of this subtitle, the term `ranked choice voting system' means a set of election methods which allow each voter to rank contest options in order of the voter's preference, in which votes are counted in rounds using a series of runoff tabulations to defeat contest options with the fewest votes, and which elects a winner with a majority of final round votes in a single-winner contest and provides proportional representation in multi-winner contests. ``(b) Program.--The Commission shall establish a program under which the Commission-- ``(1) provides technical assistance to State and local governments that are considering whether to make, or that are in the process of making, a transition to a ranked choice voting system for Federal, State, or local elections; and ``(2) awards grants to States and local government to support the transition to a ranked choice voting system, including through the acquisition of voting equipment and tabulation software, appropriate ballot design, the development and publication of educational materials, and voter outreach. ``(c) Rules for Grants.-- ``(1) Selection of grant recipients.--To the extent possible, the Commission shall award grants under subsection (b)(2) to areas that represent a diversity of jurisdictions with respect to geography, population characteristics, and population density. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. ``(a) In General.--In addition to any funds authorized to be appropriated to the Commission under section 210, there are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this subtitle $40,000,000 for fiscal year 2021. ``(b) Availability of Funds.--Amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization under this section shall remain available, without fiscal year limitation, until expended.''. (2) Title V of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (52 U.S.C. 21121 et seq.) 21123) is amended by striking ``title'' and inserting ``subtitle''. 511. 512.

To amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to support State and local governments making a transition to ranked choice voting. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Voter Choice Act''. SEC. 2. ASSISTANCE FOR TRANSITION TO RANKED CHOICE VOTING. (a) In General.--Title V of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (52 U.S.C. 21121 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``Subtitle B--Ranked Choice Voting Program ``SEC. 511. RANKED CHOICE VOTING PROGRAM. ``(a) Definition of Ranked Choice Voting System.--For purposes of this subtitle, the term `ranked choice voting system' means a set of election methods which allow each voter to rank contest options in order of the voter's preference, in which votes are counted in rounds using a series of runoff tabulations to defeat contest options with the fewest votes, and which elects a winner with a majority of final round votes in a single-winner contest and provides proportional representation in multi-winner contests. ``(b) Program.--The Commission shall establish a program under which the Commission-- ``(1) provides technical assistance to State and local governments that are considering whether to make, or that are in the process of making, a transition to a ranked choice voting system for Federal, State, or local elections; and ``(2) awards grants to States and local government to support the transition to a ranked choice voting system, including through the acquisition of voting equipment and tabulation software, appropriate ballot design, the development and publication of educational materials, and voter outreach. ``(c) Rules for Grants.-- ``(1) Selection of grant recipients.--To the extent possible, the Commission shall award grants under subsection (b)(2) to areas that represent a diversity of jurisdictions with respect to geography, population characteristics, and population density. ``(2) Award limitation.--The amount of any grant awarded under subsection (b)(2) shall not exceed 50 percent of the cost of the activities covered by the grant. ``SEC. 512. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. ``(a) In General.--In addition to any funds authorized to be appropriated to the Commission under section 210, there are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this subtitle $40,000,000 for fiscal year 2021. ``(b) Availability of Funds.--Amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization under this section shall remain available, without fiscal year limitation, until expended.''. (b) Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Section 202(6) of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (52 U.S.C. 20922) is amended by striking ``the Help America Vote College Program under title V'' and inserting ``the programs under title V''. (2) Title V of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (52 U.S.C. 21121 et seq.) is amended by striking the matter preceding section 501 and inserting the following: ``TITLE V--ELECTION ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS ``Subtitle A--Help America Vote College Program''. (3) Section 503 of such Act (52 U.S.C. 21123) is amended by striking ``title'' and inserting ``subtitle''. (4) The table of sections of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 is amended-- (A) by striking the item relating to title V and inserting the following: ``TITLE V--ELECTION ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS ``Subtitle A--Help America Vote College Program''; and (B) by inserting after the item relating to section 503 the following: ``Subtitle B--Ranked Choice Voting Program ``Sec. 511. Ranked choice voting program. ``Sec. 512. Authorization of appropriations.''. <all>

To amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to support State and local governments making a transition to ranked choice voting. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Voter Choice Act''. SEC. 2. ASSISTANCE FOR TRANSITION TO RANKED CHOICE VOTING. (a) In General.--Title V of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (52 U.S.C. 21121 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``Subtitle B--Ranked Choice Voting Program ``SEC. 511. RANKED CHOICE VOTING PROGRAM. ``(a) Definition of Ranked Choice Voting System.--For purposes of this subtitle, the term `ranked choice voting system' means a set of election methods which allow each voter to rank contest options in order of the voter's preference, in which votes are counted in rounds using a series of runoff tabulations to defeat contest options with the fewest votes, and which elects a winner with a majority of final round votes in a single-winner contest and provides proportional representation in multi-winner contests. ``(b) Program.--The Commission shall establish a program under which the Commission-- ``(1) provides technical assistance to State and local governments that are considering whether to make, or that are in the process of making, a transition to a ranked choice voting system for Federal, State, or local elections; and ``(2) awards grants to States and local government to support the transition to a ranked choice voting system, including through the acquisition of voting equipment and tabulation software, appropriate ballot design, the development and publication of educational materials, and voter outreach. ``(c) Rules for Grants.-- ``(1) Selection of grant recipients.--To the extent possible, the Commission shall award grants under subsection (b)(2) to areas that represent a diversity of jurisdictions with respect to geography, population characteristics, and population density. ``(2) Award limitation.--The amount of any grant awarded under subsection (b)(2) shall not exceed 50 percent of the cost of the activities covered by the grant. ``SEC. 512. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. ``(a) In General.--In addition to any funds authorized to be appropriated to the Commission under section 210, there are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this subtitle $40,000,000 for fiscal year 2021. ``(b) Availability of Funds.--Amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization under this section shall remain available, without fiscal year limitation, until expended.''. (b) Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Section 202(6) of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (52 U.S.C. 20922) is amended by striking ``the Help America Vote College Program under title V'' and inserting ``the programs under title V''. (2) Title V of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (52 U.S.C. 21121 et seq.) is amended by striking the matter preceding section 501 and inserting the following: ``TITLE V--ELECTION ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS ``Subtitle A--Help America Vote College Program''. (3) Section 503 of such Act (52 U.S.C. 21123) is amended by striking ``title'' and inserting ``subtitle''. (4) The table of sections of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 is amended-- (A) by striking the item relating to title V and inserting the following: ``TITLE V--ELECTION ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS ``Subtitle A--Help America Vote College Program''; and (B) by inserting after the item relating to section 503 the following: ``Subtitle B--Ranked Choice Voting Program ``Sec. 511. Ranked choice voting program. ``Sec. 512. Authorization of appropriations.''. <all>

To amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to support State and local governments making a transition to ranked choice voting. ``(a) Definition of Ranked Choice Voting System.--For purposes of this subtitle, the term `ranked choice voting system' means a set of election methods which allow each voter to rank contest options in order of the voter's preference, in which votes are counted in rounds using a series of runoff tabulations to defeat contest options with the fewest votes, and which elects a winner with a majority of final round votes in a single-winner contest and provides proportional representation in multi-winner contests. ``(c) Rules for Grants.-- ``(1) Selection of grant recipients.--To the extent possible, the Commission shall award grants under subsection (b)(2) to areas that represent a diversity of jurisdictions with respect to geography, population characteristics, and population density. ``(b) Availability of Funds.--Amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization under this section shall remain available, without fiscal year limitation, until expended.''. ( 20922) is amended by striking ``the Help America Vote College Program under title V'' and inserting ``the programs under title V''. ( 4) The table of sections of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 is amended-- (A) by striking the item relating to title V and inserting the following: ``TITLE V--ELECTION ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS ``Subtitle A--Help America Vote College Program''; and (B) by inserting after the item relating to section 503 the following: ``Subtitle B--Ranked Choice Voting Program ``Sec.

To amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to support State and local governments making a transition to ranked choice voting. ASSISTANCE FOR TRANSITION TO RANKED CHOICE VOTING. ( ``(a) Definition of Ranked Choice Voting System.--For purposes of this subtitle, the term `ranked choice voting system' means a set of election methods which allow each voter to rank contest options in order of the voter's preference, in which votes are counted in rounds using a series of runoff tabulations to defeat contest options with the fewest votes, and which elects a winner with a majority of final round votes in a single-winner contest and provides proportional representation in multi-winner contests. ``(a) In General.--In addition to any funds authorized to be appropriated to the Commission under section 210, there are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this subtitle $40,000,000 for fiscal year 2021. b) Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Section 202(6) of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (52 U.S.C. 20922) is amended by striking ``the Help America Vote College Program under title V'' and inserting ``the programs under title V''. (

To amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to support State and local governments making a transition to ranked choice voting. ASSISTANCE FOR TRANSITION TO RANKED CHOICE VOTING. ( ``(a) Definition of Ranked Choice Voting System.--For purposes of this subtitle, the term `ranked choice voting system' means a set of election methods which allow each voter to rank contest options in order of the voter's preference, in which votes are counted in rounds using a series of runoff tabulations to defeat contest options with the fewest votes, and which elects a winner with a majority of final round votes in a single-winner contest and provides proportional representation in multi-winner contests. ``(a) In General.--In addition to any funds authorized to be appropriated to the Commission under section 210, there are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this subtitle $40,000,000 for fiscal year 2021. b) Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Section 202(6) of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (52 U.S.C. 20922) is amended by striking ``the Help America Vote College Program under title V'' and inserting ``the programs under title V''. (

To amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to support State and local governments making a transition to ranked choice voting. ``(a) Definition of Ranked Choice Voting System.--For purposes of this subtitle, the term `ranked choice voting system' means a set of election methods which allow each voter to rank contest options in order of the voter's preference, in which votes are counted in rounds using a series of runoff tabulations to defeat contest options with the fewest votes, and which elects a winner with a majority of final round votes in a single-winner contest and provides proportional representation in multi-winner contests. ``(c) Rules for Grants.-- ``(1) Selection of grant recipients.--To the extent possible, the Commission shall award grants under subsection (b)(2) to areas that represent a diversity of jurisdictions with respect to geography, population characteristics, and population density. ``(b) Availability of Funds.--Amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization under this section shall remain available, without fiscal year limitation, until expended.''. ( 20922) is amended by striking ``the Help America Vote College Program under title V'' and inserting ``the programs under title V''. ( 4) The table of sections of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 is amended-- (A) by striking the item relating to title V and inserting the following: ``TITLE V--ELECTION ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS ``Subtitle A--Help America Vote College Program''; and (B) by inserting after the item relating to section 503 the following: ``Subtitle B--Ranked Choice Voting Program ``Sec.

To amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to support State and local governments making a transition to ranked choice voting. ASSISTANCE FOR TRANSITION TO RANKED CHOICE VOTING. ( ``(a) Definition of Ranked Choice Voting System.--For purposes of this subtitle, the term `ranked choice voting system' means a set of election methods which allow each voter to rank contest options in order of the voter's preference, in which votes are counted in rounds using a series of runoff tabulations to defeat contest options with the fewest votes, and which elects a winner with a majority of final round votes in a single-winner contest and provides proportional representation in multi-winner contests. ``(a) In General.--In addition to any funds authorized to be appropriated to the Commission under section 210, there are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this subtitle $40,000,000 for fiscal year 2021. b) Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Section 202(6) of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (52 U.S.C. 20922) is amended by striking ``the Help America Vote College Program under title V'' and inserting ``the programs under title V''. (

To amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to support State and local governments making a transition to ranked choice voting. ``(a) Definition of Ranked Choice Voting System.--For purposes of this subtitle, the term `ranked choice voting system' means a set of election methods which allow each voter to rank contest options in order of the voter's preference, in which votes are counted in rounds using a series of runoff tabulations to defeat contest options with the fewest votes, and which elects a winner with a majority of final round votes in a single-winner contest and provides proportional representation in multi-winner contests. ``(c) Rules for Grants.-- ``(1) Selection of grant recipients.--To the extent possible, the Commission shall award grants under subsection (b)(2) to areas that represent a diversity of jurisdictions with respect to geography, population characteristics, and population density. ``(b) Availability of Funds.--Amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization under this section shall remain available, without fiscal year limitation, until expended.''. ( 20922) is amended by striking ``the Help America Vote College Program under title V'' and inserting ``the programs under title V''. ( 4) The table of sections of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 is amended-- (A) by striking the item relating to title V and inserting the following: ``TITLE V--ELECTION ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS ``Subtitle A--Help America Vote College Program''; and (B) by inserting after the item relating to section 503 the following: ``Subtitle B--Ranked Choice Voting Program ``Sec.

To amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to support State and local governments making a transition to ranked choice voting. ASSISTANCE FOR TRANSITION TO RANKED CHOICE VOTING. ( ``(a) Definition of Ranked Choice Voting System.--For purposes of this subtitle, the term `ranked choice voting system' means a set of election methods which allow each voter to rank contest options in order of the voter's preference, in which votes are counted in rounds using a series of runoff tabulations to defeat contest options with the fewest votes, and which elects a winner with a majority of final round votes in a single-winner contest and provides proportional representation in multi-winner contests. ``(a) In General.--In addition to any funds authorized to be appropriated to the Commission under section 210, there are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this subtitle $40,000,000 for fiscal year 2021. b) Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Section 202(6) of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (52 U.S.C. 20922) is amended by striking ``the Help America Vote College Program under title V'' and inserting ``the programs under title V''. (

To amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to support State and local governments making a transition to ranked choice voting. ``(a) Definition of Ranked Choice Voting System.--For purposes of this subtitle, the term `ranked choice voting system' means a set of election methods which allow each voter to rank contest options in order of the voter's preference, in which votes are counted in rounds using a series of runoff tabulations to defeat contest options with the fewest votes, and which elects a winner with a majority of final round votes in a single-winner contest and provides proportional representation in multi-winner contests. ``(c) Rules for Grants.-- ``(1) Selection of grant recipients.--To the extent possible, the Commission shall award grants under subsection (b)(2) to areas that represent a diversity of jurisdictions with respect to geography, population characteristics, and population density. ``(b) Availability of Funds.--Amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization under this section shall remain available, without fiscal year limitation, until expended.''. ( 20922) is amended by striking ``the Help America Vote College Program under title V'' and inserting ``the programs under title V''. ( 4) The table of sections of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 is amended-- (A) by striking the item relating to title V and inserting the following: ``TITLE V--ELECTION ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS ``Subtitle A--Help America Vote College Program''; and (B) by inserting after the item relating to section 503 the following: ``Subtitle B--Ranked Choice Voting Program ``Sec.

To amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to support State and local governments making a transition to ranked choice voting. ASSISTANCE FOR TRANSITION TO RANKED CHOICE VOTING. ( ``(a) Definition of Ranked Choice Voting System.--For purposes of this subtitle, the term `ranked choice voting system' means a set of election methods which allow each voter to rank contest options in order of the voter's preference, in which votes are counted in rounds using a series of runoff tabulations to defeat contest options with the fewest votes, and which elects a winner with a majority of final round votes in a single-winner contest and provides proportional representation in multi-winner contests. ``(a) In General.--In addition to any funds authorized to be appropriated to the Commission under section 210, there are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this subtitle $40,000,000 for fiscal year 2021. b) Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Section 202(6) of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (52 U.S.C. 20922) is amended by striking ``the Help America Vote College Program under title V'' and inserting ``the programs under title V''. (

To amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to support State and local governments making a transition to ranked choice voting. ``(a) Definition of Ranked Choice Voting System.--For purposes of this subtitle, the term `ranked choice voting system' means a set of election methods which allow each voter to rank contest options in order of the voter's preference, in which votes are counted in rounds using a series of runoff tabulations to defeat contest options with the fewest votes, and which elects a winner with a majority of final round votes in a single-winner contest and provides proportional representation in multi-winner contests. ``(c) Rules for Grants.-- ``(1) Selection of grant recipients.--To the extent possible, the Commission shall award grants under subsection (b)(2) to areas that represent a diversity of jurisdictions with respect to geography, population characteristics, and population density. ``(b) Availability of Funds.--Amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization under this section shall remain available, without fiscal year limitation, until expended.''. ( 20922) is amended by striking ``the Help America Vote College Program under title V'' and inserting ``the programs under title V''. ( 4) The table of sections of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 is amended-- (A) by striking the item relating to title V and inserting the following: ``TITLE V--ELECTION ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS ``Subtitle A--Help America Vote College Program''; and (B) by inserting after the item relating to section 503 the following: ``Subtitle B--Ranked Choice Voting Program ``Sec.

H.R.1638

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Gilt Edge Mine Conveyance Act This bill provides for a land conveyance to South Dakota. Specifically, if South Dakota submits an offer to the Forest Service to acquire approximately 266 acres of National Forest System land within the Gilt Edge Mine Superfund Boundary for its market value, the Forest Service shall convey such land to South Dakota. Any proceeds received by the Forest Service from the conveyance shall be (1) deposited in a specified fund for the exchange of lands, and (2) available to the Forest Service (to the extent and in the amount provided in advance in appropriations Acts) for the maintenance and improvement of land or administration facilities in the Black Hills National Forest in South Dakota.

To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to transfer certain National Forest System land to the State of South Dakota, 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 ``Gilt Edge Mine Conveyance Act''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Federal land.--The term ``Federal land'' means all right, title, and interest of the United States in and to approximately 266 acres of National Forest System land within the Gilt Edge Mine Superfund Boundary, as generally depicted on the map. (2) Map.--The term ``map'' means the map entitled ``Gilt Edge Mine Conveyance Act'' and dated August 20, 2020. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service. (4) State.--The term ``State'' means State of South Dakota. SEC. 3. LAND CONVEYANCE. (a) In General.--Subject to the terms and conditions described in this Act, if the State submits to the Secretary an offer to acquire the Federal land for the market value, as determined by the appraisal under subsection (c), the Secretary shall convey the Federal land to the State. (b) Terms and Conditions.--The conveyance under subsection (a) shall be-- (1) subject to valid existing rights; (2) made by quitclaim deed; and (3) subject to any other terms and conditions as the Secretary considers appropriate to protect the interests of the United States. (c) Appraisal.-- (1) In general.--After the State submits an offer under subsection (a), the Secretary shall complete an appraisal to determine the market value of the Federal land. (2) Standards.--The appraisal under paragraph (1) shall be conducted in accordance with-- (A) the Uniform Appraisal Standards for Federal Land Acquisitions; and (B) the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice. (d) Map.-- (1) Availability of map.--The map shall be kept on file and available for public inspection in the appropriate office of the Forest Service. (2) Correction of errors.--The Secretary may correct any errors in the map. (e) Consideration.--As consideration for the conveyance under subsection (a), the State shall pay to the Secretary an amount equal to the market value of the Federal land, as determined by the appraisal under subsection (c). (f) Survey.--The State shall prepare a survey that is satisfactory to the Secretary of the exact acreage and legal description of the Federal land to be conveyed under subsection (a). (g) Costs of Conveyance.--As a condition on the conveyance under subsection (a), the State shall pay all costs associated with the conveyance, including the cost of-- (1) the appraisal under subsection (c); and (2) the survey under subsection (f). (h) Proceeds From the Sale of Land.--Any proceeds received by the Secretary from the conveyance under subsection (a) shall be-- (1) deposited in the fund established under Public Law 90- 171 (commonly known as the ``Sisk Act'') (16 U.S.C. 484a); and (2) available to the Secretary, only to the extent and in the amount provided in advance in appropriations Acts, for the maintenance and improvement of land or administration facilities in the Black Hills National Forest in the State. (i) Environmental Conditions.--Notwithstanding section 120(h)(3)(A) of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (42 U.S.C. 9620(h)(3)(A)), the Secretary shall not be required to provide any covenant or warranty for the Federal land conveyed to the State under this Act. SEC. 4. DETERMINATION OF BUDGETARY EFFECTS. The budgetary effects of this Act, for the purpose of complying with the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2010, shall be determined by reference to the latest statement titled ``Budgetary Effects of PAYGO Legislation'' for this Act, submitted for printing in the Congressional Record by the Chairman of the House Budget Committee, provided that such statement has been submitted prior to the vote on passage. Passed the House of Representatives September 29, 2022. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk. Calendar No. 524 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 1638 _______________________________________________________________________

Gilt Edge Mine Conveyance Act

To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to transfer certain National Forest System land to the State of South Dakota, and for other purposes.

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Rep. Johnson, Dusty

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SD

This bill provides for a land conveyance to South Dakota. Specifically, if South Dakota submits an offer to the Forest Service to acquire approximately 266 acres of National Forest System land within the Gilt Edge Mine Superfund Boundary for its market value, the Forest Service shall convey such land to South Dakota. Any proceeds received by the Forest Service from the conveyance shall be (1) deposited in a specified fund for the exchange of lands, and (2) available to the Forest Service (to the extent and in the amount provided in advance in appropriations Acts) for the maintenance and improvement of land or administration facilities in the Black Hills National Forest in South Dakota.

To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to transfer certain National Forest System land to the State of South Dakota, and for other purposes. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Gilt Edge Mine Conveyance Act''. 2. DEFINITIONS. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service. (4) State.--The term ``State'' means State of South Dakota. LAND CONVEYANCE. (b) Terms and Conditions.--The conveyance under subsection (a) shall be-- (1) subject to valid existing rights; (2) made by quitclaim deed; and (3) subject to any other terms and conditions as the Secretary considers appropriate to protect the interests of the United States. (c) Appraisal.-- (1) In general.--After the State submits an offer under subsection (a), the Secretary shall complete an appraisal to determine the market value of the Federal land. (2) Standards.--The appraisal under paragraph (1) shall be conducted in accordance with-- (A) the Uniform Appraisal Standards for Federal Land Acquisitions; and (B) the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice. (d) Map.-- (1) Availability of map.--The map shall be kept on file and available for public inspection in the appropriate office of the Forest Service. (2) Correction of errors.--The Secretary may correct any errors in the map. (f) Survey.--The State shall prepare a survey that is satisfactory to the Secretary of the exact acreage and legal description of the Federal land to be conveyed under subsection (a). (g) Costs of Conveyance.--As a condition on the conveyance under subsection (a), the State shall pay all costs associated with the conveyance, including the cost of-- (1) the appraisal under subsection (c); and (2) the survey under subsection (f). (h) Proceeds From the Sale of Land.--Any proceeds received by the Secretary from the conveyance under subsection (a) shall be-- (1) deposited in the fund established under Public Law 90- 171 (commonly known as the ``Sisk Act'') (16 U.S.C. 484a); and (2) available to the Secretary, only to the extent and in the amount provided in advance in appropriations Acts, for the maintenance and improvement of land or administration facilities in the Black Hills National Forest in the State. (i) Environmental Conditions.--Notwithstanding section 120(h)(3)(A) of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (42 U.S.C. SEC. DETERMINATION OF BUDGETARY EFFECTS. The budgetary effects of this Act, for the purpose of complying with the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2010, shall be determined by reference to the latest statement titled ``Budgetary Effects of PAYGO Legislation'' for this Act, submitted for printing in the Congressional Record by the Chairman of the House Budget Committee, provided that such statement has been submitted prior to the vote on passage. Passed the House of Representatives September 29, 2022. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk. Calendar No. 524 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 1638 _______________________________________________________________________

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Gilt Edge Mine Conveyance Act''. 2. DEFINITIONS. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service. (4) State.--The term ``State'' means State of South Dakota. LAND CONVEYANCE. (b) Terms and Conditions.--The conveyance under subsection (a) shall be-- (1) subject to valid existing rights; (2) made by quitclaim deed; and (3) subject to any other terms and conditions as the Secretary considers appropriate to protect the interests of the United States. (c) Appraisal.-- (1) In general.--After the State submits an offer under subsection (a), the Secretary shall complete an appraisal to determine the market value of the Federal land. (2) Standards.--The appraisal under paragraph (1) shall be conducted in accordance with-- (A) the Uniform Appraisal Standards for Federal Land Acquisitions; and (B) the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice. (d) Map.-- (1) Availability of map.--The map shall be kept on file and available for public inspection in the appropriate office of the Forest Service. (2) Correction of errors.--The Secretary may correct any errors in the map. (f) Survey.--The State shall prepare a survey that is satisfactory to the Secretary of the exact acreage and legal description of the Federal land to be conveyed under subsection (a). (i) Environmental Conditions.--Notwithstanding section 120(h)(3)(A) of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (42 U.S.C. SEC. DETERMINATION OF BUDGETARY EFFECTS. The budgetary effects of this Act, for the purpose of complying with the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2010, shall be determined by reference to the latest statement titled ``Budgetary Effects of PAYGO Legislation'' for this Act, submitted for printing in the Congressional Record by the Chairman of the House Budget Committee, provided that such statement has been submitted prior to the vote on passage. Passed the House of Representatives September 29, 2022. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk. Calendar No. 524 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 1638 _______________________________________________________________________

To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to transfer certain National Forest System land to the State of South Dakota, 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 ``Gilt Edge Mine Conveyance Act''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Federal land.--The term ``Federal land'' means all right, title, and interest of the United States in and to approximately 266 acres of National Forest System land within the Gilt Edge Mine Superfund Boundary, as generally depicted on the map. (2) Map.--The term ``map'' means the map entitled ``Gilt Edge Mine Conveyance Act'' and dated August 20, 2020. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service. (4) State.--The term ``State'' means State of South Dakota. SEC. 3. LAND CONVEYANCE. (a) In General.--Subject to the terms and conditions described in this Act, if the State submits to the Secretary an offer to acquire the Federal land for the market value, as determined by the appraisal under subsection (c), the Secretary shall convey the Federal land to the State. (b) Terms and Conditions.--The conveyance under subsection (a) shall be-- (1) subject to valid existing rights; (2) made by quitclaim deed; and (3) subject to any other terms and conditions as the Secretary considers appropriate to protect the interests of the United States. (c) Appraisal.-- (1) In general.--After the State submits an offer under subsection (a), the Secretary shall complete an appraisal to determine the market value of the Federal land. (2) Standards.--The appraisal under paragraph (1) shall be conducted in accordance with-- (A) the Uniform Appraisal Standards for Federal Land Acquisitions; and (B) the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice. (d) Map.-- (1) Availability of map.--The map shall be kept on file and available for public inspection in the appropriate office of the Forest Service. (2) Correction of errors.--The Secretary may correct any errors in the map. (e) Consideration.--As consideration for the conveyance under subsection (a), the State shall pay to the Secretary an amount equal to the market value of the Federal land, as determined by the appraisal under subsection (c). (f) Survey.--The State shall prepare a survey that is satisfactory to the Secretary of the exact acreage and legal description of the Federal land to be conveyed under subsection (a). (g) Costs of Conveyance.--As a condition on the conveyance under subsection (a), the State shall pay all costs associated with the conveyance, including the cost of-- (1) the appraisal under subsection (c); and (2) the survey under subsection (f). (h) Proceeds From the Sale of Land.--Any proceeds received by the Secretary from the conveyance under subsection (a) shall be-- (1) deposited in the fund established under Public Law 90- 171 (commonly known as the ``Sisk Act'') (16 U.S.C. 484a); and (2) available to the Secretary, only to the extent and in the amount provided in advance in appropriations Acts, for the maintenance and improvement of land or administration facilities in the Black Hills National Forest in the State. (i) Environmental Conditions.--Notwithstanding section 120(h)(3)(A) of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (42 U.S.C. 9620(h)(3)(A)), the Secretary shall not be required to provide any covenant or warranty for the Federal land conveyed to the State under this Act. SEC. 4. DETERMINATION OF BUDGETARY EFFECTS. The budgetary effects of this Act, for the purpose of complying with the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2010, shall be determined by reference to the latest statement titled ``Budgetary Effects of PAYGO Legislation'' for this Act, submitted for printing in the Congressional Record by the Chairman of the House Budget Committee, provided that such statement has been submitted prior to the vote on passage. Passed the House of Representatives September 29, 2022. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk. Calendar No. 524 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 1638 _______________________________________________________________________

To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to transfer certain National Forest System land to the State of South Dakota, 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 ``Gilt Edge Mine Conveyance Act''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Federal land.--The term ``Federal land'' means all right, title, and interest of the United States in and to approximately 266 acres of National Forest System land within the Gilt Edge Mine Superfund Boundary, as generally depicted on the map. (2) Map.--The term ``map'' means the map entitled ``Gilt Edge Mine Conveyance Act'' and dated August 20, 2020. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service. (4) State.--The term ``State'' means State of South Dakota. SEC. 3. LAND CONVEYANCE. (a) In General.--Subject to the terms and conditions described in this Act, if the State submits to the Secretary an offer to acquire the Federal land for the market value, as determined by the appraisal under subsection (c), the Secretary shall convey the Federal land to the State. (b) Terms and Conditions.--The conveyance under subsection (a) shall be-- (1) subject to valid existing rights; (2) made by quitclaim deed; and (3) subject to any other terms and conditions as the Secretary considers appropriate to protect the interests of the United States. (c) Appraisal.-- (1) In general.--After the State submits an offer under subsection (a), the Secretary shall complete an appraisal to determine the market value of the Federal land. (2) Standards.--The appraisal under paragraph (1) shall be conducted in accordance with-- (A) the Uniform Appraisal Standards for Federal Land Acquisitions; and (B) the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice. (d) Map.-- (1) Availability of map.--The map shall be kept on file and available for public inspection in the appropriate office of the Forest Service. (2) Correction of errors.--The Secretary may correct any errors in the map. (e) Consideration.--As consideration for the conveyance under subsection (a), the State shall pay to the Secretary an amount equal to the market value of the Federal land, as determined by the appraisal under subsection (c). (f) Survey.--The State shall prepare a survey that is satisfactory to the Secretary of the exact acreage and legal description of the Federal land to be conveyed under subsection (a). (g) Costs of Conveyance.--As a condition on the conveyance under subsection (a), the State shall pay all costs associated with the conveyance, including the cost of-- (1) the appraisal under subsection (c); and (2) the survey under subsection (f). (h) Proceeds From the Sale of Land.--Any proceeds received by the Secretary from the conveyance under subsection (a) shall be-- (1) deposited in the fund established under Public Law 90- 171 (commonly known as the ``Sisk Act'') (16 U.S.C. 484a); and (2) available to the Secretary, only to the extent and in the amount provided in advance in appropriations Acts, for the maintenance and improvement of land or administration facilities in the Black Hills National Forest in the State. (i) Environmental Conditions.--Notwithstanding section 120(h)(3)(A) of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (42 U.S.C. 9620(h)(3)(A)), the Secretary shall not be required to provide any covenant or warranty for the Federal land conveyed to the State under this Act. SEC. 4. DETERMINATION OF BUDGETARY EFFECTS. The budgetary effects of this Act, for the purpose of complying with the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2010, shall be determined by reference to the latest statement titled ``Budgetary Effects of PAYGO Legislation'' for this Act, submitted for printing in the Congressional Record by the Chairman of the House Budget Committee, provided that such statement has been submitted prior to the vote on passage. Passed the House of Representatives September 29, 2022. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk. Calendar No. 524 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 1638 _______________________________________________________________________

To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to transfer certain National Forest System land to the State of South Dakota, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Subject to the terms and conditions described in this Act, if the State submits to the Secretary an offer to acquire the Federal land for the market value, as determined by the appraisal under subsection (c), the Secretary shall convey the Federal land to the State. ( (c) Appraisal.-- (1) In general.--After the State submits an offer under subsection (a), the Secretary shall complete an appraisal to determine the market value of the Federal land. ( f) Survey.--The State shall prepare a survey that is satisfactory to the Secretary of the exact acreage and legal description of the Federal land to be conveyed under subsection (a). ( 484a); and (2) available to the Secretary, only to the extent and in the amount provided in advance in appropriations Acts, for the maintenance and improvement of land or administration facilities in the Black Hills National Forest in the State. ( i) Environmental Conditions.--Notwithstanding section 120(h)(3)(A) of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (42 U.S.C. 9620(h)(3)(A)), the Secretary shall not be required to provide any covenant or warranty for the Federal land conveyed to the State under this Act.

To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to transfer certain National Forest System land to the State of South Dakota, and for other purposes. c) Appraisal.-- (1) In general.--After the State submits an offer under subsection (a), the Secretary shall complete an appraisal to determine the market value of the Federal land. ( 2) Correction of errors.--The Secretary may correct any errors in the map. (e) Consideration.--As consideration for the conveyance under subsection (a), the State shall pay to the Secretary an amount equal to the market value of the Federal land, as determined by the appraisal under subsection (c). ( i) Environmental Conditions.--Notwithstanding section 120(h)(3)(A) of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (42 U.S.C. 9620(h)(3)(A)), the Secretary shall not be required to provide any covenant or warranty for the Federal land conveyed to the State under this Act.

To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to transfer certain National Forest System land to the State of South Dakota, and for other purposes. c) Appraisal.-- (1) In general.--After the State submits an offer under subsection (a), the Secretary shall complete an appraisal to determine the market value of the Federal land. ( 2) Correction of errors.--The Secretary may correct any errors in the map. (e) Consideration.--As consideration for the conveyance under subsection (a), the State shall pay to the Secretary an amount equal to the market value of the Federal land, as determined by the appraisal under subsection (c). ( i) Environmental Conditions.--Notwithstanding section 120(h)(3)(A) of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (42 U.S.C. 9620(h)(3)(A)), the Secretary shall not be required to provide any covenant or warranty for the Federal land conveyed to the State under this Act.

To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to transfer certain National Forest System land to the State of South Dakota, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Subject to the terms and conditions described in this Act, if the State submits to the Secretary an offer to acquire the Federal land for the market value, as determined by the appraisal under subsection (c), the Secretary shall convey the Federal land to the State. ( (c) Appraisal.-- (1) In general.--After the State submits an offer under subsection (a), the Secretary shall complete an appraisal to determine the market value of the Federal land. ( f) Survey.--The State shall prepare a survey that is satisfactory to the Secretary of the exact acreage and legal description of the Federal land to be conveyed under subsection (a). ( 484a); and (2) available to the Secretary, only to the extent and in the amount provided in advance in appropriations Acts, for the maintenance and improvement of land or administration facilities in the Black Hills National Forest in the State. ( i) Environmental Conditions.--Notwithstanding section 120(h)(3)(A) of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (42 U.S.C. 9620(h)(3)(A)), the Secretary shall not be required to provide any covenant or warranty for the Federal land conveyed to the State under this Act.

To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to transfer certain National Forest System land to the State of South Dakota, and for other purposes. c) Appraisal.-- (1) In general.--After the State submits an offer under subsection (a), the Secretary shall complete an appraisal to determine the market value of the Federal land. ( 2) Correction of errors.--The Secretary may correct any errors in the map. (e) Consideration.--As consideration for the conveyance under subsection (a), the State shall pay to the Secretary an amount equal to the market value of the Federal land, as determined by the appraisal under subsection (c). ( i) Environmental Conditions.--Notwithstanding section 120(h)(3)(A) of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (42 U.S.C. 9620(h)(3)(A)), the Secretary shall not be required to provide any covenant or warranty for the Federal land conveyed to the State under this Act.

To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to transfer certain National Forest System land to the State of South Dakota, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Subject to the terms and conditions described in this Act, if the State submits to the Secretary an offer to acquire the Federal land for the market value, as determined by the appraisal under subsection (c), the Secretary shall convey the Federal land to the State. ( (c) Appraisal.-- (1) In general.--After the State submits an offer under subsection (a), the Secretary shall complete an appraisal to determine the market value of the Federal land. ( f) Survey.--The State shall prepare a survey that is satisfactory to the Secretary of the exact acreage and legal description of the Federal land to be conveyed under subsection (a). ( 484a); and (2) available to the Secretary, only to the extent and in the amount provided in advance in appropriations Acts, for the maintenance and improvement of land or administration facilities in the Black Hills National Forest in the State. ( i) Environmental Conditions.--Notwithstanding section 120(h)(3)(A) of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (42 U.S.C. 9620(h)(3)(A)), the Secretary shall not be required to provide any covenant or warranty for the Federal land conveyed to the State under this Act.

To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to transfer certain National Forest System land to the State of South Dakota, and for other purposes. c) Appraisal.-- (1) In general.--After the State submits an offer under subsection (a), the Secretary shall complete an appraisal to determine the market value of the Federal land. ( 2) Correction of errors.--The Secretary may correct any errors in the map. (e) Consideration.--As consideration for the conveyance under subsection (a), the State shall pay to the Secretary an amount equal to the market value of the Federal land, as determined by the appraisal under subsection (c). ( i) Environmental Conditions.--Notwithstanding section 120(h)(3)(A) of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (42 U.S.C. 9620(h)(3)(A)), the Secretary shall not be required to provide any covenant or warranty for the Federal land conveyed to the State under this Act.

To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to transfer certain National Forest System land to the State of South Dakota, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Subject to the terms and conditions described in this Act, if the State submits to the Secretary an offer to acquire the Federal land for the market value, as determined by the appraisal under subsection (c), the Secretary shall convey the Federal land to the State. ( (c) Appraisal.-- (1) In general.--After the State submits an offer under subsection (a), the Secretary shall complete an appraisal to determine the market value of the Federal land. ( f) Survey.--The State shall prepare a survey that is satisfactory to the Secretary of the exact acreage and legal description of the Federal land to be conveyed under subsection (a). ( 484a); and (2) available to the Secretary, only to the extent and in the amount provided in advance in appropriations Acts, for the maintenance and improvement of land or administration facilities in the Black Hills National Forest in the State. ( i) Environmental Conditions.--Notwithstanding section 120(h)(3)(A) of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (42 U.S.C. 9620(h)(3)(A)), the Secretary shall not be required to provide any covenant or warranty for the Federal land conveyed to the State under this Act.

To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to transfer certain National Forest System land to the State of South Dakota, and for other purposes. c) Appraisal.-- (1) In general.--After the State submits an offer under subsection (a), the Secretary shall complete an appraisal to determine the market value of the Federal land. ( 2) Correction of errors.--The Secretary may correct any errors in the map. (e) Consideration.--As consideration for the conveyance under subsection (a), the State shall pay to the Secretary an amount equal to the market value of the Federal land, as determined by the appraisal under subsection (c). ( i) Environmental Conditions.--Notwithstanding section 120(h)(3)(A) of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (42 U.S.C. 9620(h)(3)(A)), the Secretary shall not be required to provide any covenant or warranty for the Federal land conveyed to the State under this Act.

To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to transfer certain National Forest System land to the State of South Dakota, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Subject to the terms and conditions described in this Act, if the State submits to the Secretary an offer to acquire the Federal land for the market value, as determined by the appraisal under subsection (c), the Secretary shall convey the Federal land to the State. ( (c) Appraisal.-- (1) In general.--After the State submits an offer under subsection (a), the Secretary shall complete an appraisal to determine the market value of the Federal land. ( f) Survey.--The State shall prepare a survey that is satisfactory to the Secretary of the exact acreage and legal description of the Federal land to be conveyed under subsection (a). ( 484a); and (2) available to the Secretary, only to the extent and in the amount provided in advance in appropriations Acts, for the maintenance and improvement of land or administration facilities in the Black Hills National Forest in the State. ( i) Environmental Conditions.--Notwithstanding section 120(h)(3)(A) of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (42 U.S.C. 9620(h)(3)(A)), the Secretary shall not be required to provide any covenant or warranty for the Federal land conveyed to the State under this Act.

S.3867

Finance and Financial Sector

Digital Asset Sanctions Compliance Enhancement Act of 2022 This bill allows additional sanctions against Russia and creates specified reporting requirements regarding digital assets. Specifically, the President must periodically identify foreign persons who facilitate evasion of Russian sanctions using digital assets. The bill authorizes sanctions against such persons. The bill requires a U.S. taxpayer engaged in offshore digital asset transactions greater than $10,000 to file an annual Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network. The bill allows the Department of the Treasury to prohibit U.S. digital asset trading platforms and transaction facilitators from transacting with Russian digital asset addresses. Additionally, Treasury must report on its progress in implementing the bill and must annually identify foreign digital asset trading platforms that are a high risk for sanctions evasion, money laundering, and other illicit activities.

To impose sanctions with respect to the use of cryptocurrency to facilitate transactions by Russian persons subject to sanctions, 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 ``Digital Asset Sanctions Compliance Enhancement Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Appropriate congressional committees and leadership.-- The term ``appropriate congressional committees and leadership'' means-- (A) the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, the Committee on Foreign Relations, and the majority and minority leaders of the Senate; and (B) the Committee on Financial Services, the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and the speaker, the majority leader, and the minority leader of the House of Representatives. (2) Digital assets.--The term ``digital assets'' means any digital representation of value, financial assets and instruments, or claims that are used to make payments or investments, or to transmit or exchange funds or the equivalent thereof, that are issued or represented in digital form through the use of distributed ledger technology. (3) Digital asset trading platform.--The term ``digital asset trading platform'' means a person, or group of persons, that operates as an exchange or other trading facility for the purchase, sale, lending, or borrowing of digital assets. (4) Digital asset transaction facilitator.--The term ``digital asset transaction facilitator'' means-- (A) any person, or group of persons, that significantly and materially facilitates the purchase, sale, lending, borrowing, exchange, custody, holding, validation, or creation of digital assets on the account of others, including any communication protocol, decentralized finance technology, smart contract, or other software, including open-source computer code-- (i) deployed through the use of distributed ledger or any similar technology; and (ii) that provides a mechanism for multiple users to purchase, sell, lend, borrow, or trade digital assets; and (B) any person, or group of persons, that the Secretary of the Treasury otherwise determines to be significantly and materially facilitating digital assets transactions in violation of sanctions. (5) Foreign person.--The term ``foreign person'' means an individual or entity that is not a United States person. (6) United states person.--The term ``United States person'' means-- (A) an individual who is a United States citizen or an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence to the United States; or (B) an entity organized under the laws of the United States or any jurisdiction within the United States, including a foreign branch of such an entity. SEC. 3. IMPOSITION OF SANCTIONS WITH RESPECT TO THE USE OF DIGITAL ASSETS TO FACILITATE TRANSACTIONS BY RUSSIAN PERSONS SUBJECT TO SANCTIONS. (a) Report Required.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and periodically thereafter as necessary, the President shall submit to Congress a report identifying any foreign person that-- (1) operates a digital asset trading platform or is a digital asset transaction facilitator; and (2)(A) has significantly and materially assisted, sponsored, or provided financial, material, or technological support for, or goods or services to or in support of any person with respect to which sanctions have been imposed by the United States relating to the Russian Federation, including by facilitating transactions that evade such sanctions; or (B) is owned or controlled by, or acting or purporting to act for or on behalf of any person with respect to which sanctions have been imposed by the United States relating to the Russian Federation. (b) Imposition of Sanctions.--The President may exercise all of the powers granted to the President under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) to the extent necessary to block and prohibit all transactions in property and interests in property of a foreign person identified in a report submitted under subsection (a) if such property and interests in property are in the United States, come within the United States, or are or come within the possession or control of a United States person. (c) Implementation; Penalties.-- (1) Implementation.--The President may exercise all authorities provided under sections 203 and 205 of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1702 and 1704) to carry out this section. (2) Penalties.--A person that violates, attempts to violate, conspires to violate, or causes a violation of this section or any regulation, license, or order issued to carry out this section shall be subject to the penalties set forth in subsections (b) and (c) of section 206 of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1705) to the same extent as a person that commits an unlawful act described in subsection (a) of that section. (d) National Security Waiver.--The President may waive the imposition of sanctions under this section with respect to a person if the President-- (1) determines that such a waiver is in the national security interests of the United States; and (2) submits to Congress a notification of the waiver and the reasons for the waiver. (e) Exceptions.-- (1) Exception for intelligence activities.--This section shall not apply with respect to activities subject to the reporting requirements under title V of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3091 et seq.) or any authorized intelligence activities of the United States. (2) Exception relating to importation of goods.-- (A) In general.--The authority to block and prohibit all transactions in all property and interests in property under subsection (b) shall not include the authority or a requirement to impose sanctions on the importation of goods. (B) Good.--In this paragraph, the term ``good'' means any article, natural or manmade substance, material, supply or manufactured product, including inspection and test equipment, and excluding technical data. SEC. 4. DISCRETIONARY PROHIBITION OF TRANSACTIONS. The Secretary of the Treasury may require that no digital asset trading platform or digital asset transaction facilitator that does business in the United States transact with, or fulfill transactions of, digital asset addresses that are known to be, or could reasonably be known to be, affiliated with persons headquartered or domiciled in the Russian Federation if the Secretary-- (1) determines that exercising such authority is important to the national interest of the United States; and (2) not later than 90 days after exercising the authority described in paragraph (1), submits to the appropriate congressional committees and leadership a report on the basis for any determination under that paragraph. SEC. 5. TRANSACTION REPORTING. Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network shall require United States persons engaged in a transaction with a value greater than $10,000 in digital assets through 1 or more accounts outside of the United States to file a report described in section 1010.350 of title 31, Code of Federal Regulations, using the form described in that section, in accordance with section 5314 of title 31, United States Code. SEC. 6. REPORTS. (a) In General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Treasury shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees and leadership a report on the progress of the Department of the Treasury in carrying out this Act, including any resources needed by the Department to improve implementation and progress in coordinating with governments of countries that are allies or partners of the United States. (b) Other Reports.--Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, and every year thereafter, the Secretary of the Treasury shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees and leadership and make publicly available a report identifying the digital asset trading platforms that the Office of Foreign Assets Control of the Department of the Treasury determines to be high risk for sanctions evasion, money laundering, or other illicit activities. Any exchange included in the report may petition the Office of Foreign Assets Control for removal, which shall be granted upon demonstrating that the exchange is taking steps sufficient to comply with applicable United States law. <all>

Digital Asset Sanctions Compliance Enhancement Act of 2022

A bill to impose sanctions with respect to the use of cryptocurrency to facilitate transactions by Russian persons subject to sanctions, and for other purposes.

Digital Asset Sanctions Compliance Enhancement Act of 2022

Sen. Warren, Elizabeth

D

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This bill allows additional sanctions against Russia and creates specified reporting requirements regarding digital assets. Specifically, the President must periodically identify foreign persons who facilitate evasion of Russian sanctions using digital assets. The bill authorizes sanctions against such persons. The bill requires a U.S. taxpayer engaged in offshore digital asset transactions greater than $10,000 to file an annual Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network. The bill allows the Department of the Treasury to prohibit U.S. digital asset trading platforms and transaction facilitators from transacting with Russian digital asset addresses. Additionally, Treasury must report on its progress in implementing the bill and must annually identify foreign digital asset trading platforms that are a high risk for sanctions evasion, money laundering, and other illicit activities.

To impose sanctions with respect to the use of cryptocurrency to facilitate transactions by Russian persons subject to sanctions, and for other purposes. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Digital Asset Sanctions Compliance Enhancement Act of 2022''. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Appropriate congressional committees and leadership.-- The term ``appropriate congressional committees and leadership'' means-- (A) the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, the Committee on Foreign Relations, and the majority and minority leaders of the Senate; and (B) the Committee on Financial Services, the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and the speaker, the majority leader, and the minority leader of the House of Representatives. (3) Digital asset trading platform.--The term ``digital asset trading platform'' means a person, or group of persons, that operates as an exchange or other trading facility for the purchase, sale, lending, or borrowing of digital assets. (5) Foreign person.--The term ``foreign person'' means an individual or entity that is not a United States person. (b) Imposition of Sanctions.--The President may exercise all of the powers granted to the President under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) 1702 and 1704) to carry out this section. 1705) to the same extent as a person that commits an unlawful act described in subsection (a) of that section. (d) National Security Waiver.--The President may waive the imposition of sanctions under this section with respect to a person if the President-- (1) determines that such a waiver is in the national security interests of the United States; and (2) submits to Congress a notification of the waiver and the reasons for the waiver. or any authorized intelligence activities of the United States. (2) Exception relating to importation of goods.-- (A) In general.--The authority to block and prohibit all transactions in all property and interests in property under subsection (b) shall not include the authority or a requirement to impose sanctions on the importation of goods. 4. TRANSACTION REPORTING. SEC. 6. REPORTS. (a) In General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Treasury shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees and leadership a report on the progress of the Department of the Treasury in carrying out this Act, including any resources needed by the Department to improve implementation and progress in coordinating with governments of countries that are allies or partners of the United States.

To impose sanctions with respect to the use of cryptocurrency to facilitate transactions by Russian persons subject to sanctions, and for other purposes. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Digital Asset Sanctions Compliance Enhancement Act of 2022''. 2. In this Act: (1) Appropriate congressional committees and leadership.-- The term ``appropriate congressional committees and leadership'' means-- (A) the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, the Committee on Foreign Relations, and the majority and minority leaders of the Senate; and (B) the Committee on Financial Services, the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and the speaker, the majority leader, and the minority leader of the House of Representatives. (3) Digital asset trading platform.--The term ``digital asset trading platform'' means a person, or group of persons, that operates as an exchange or other trading facility for the purchase, sale, lending, or borrowing of digital assets. (5) Foreign person.--The term ``foreign person'' means an individual or entity that is not a United States person. (b) Imposition of Sanctions.--The President may exercise all of the powers granted to the President under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) 1702 and 1704) to carry out this section. (2) Exception relating to importation of goods.-- (A) In general.--The authority to block and prohibit all transactions in all property and interests in property under subsection (b) shall not include the authority or a requirement to impose sanctions on the importation of goods. 4. TRANSACTION REPORTING. SEC. 6. REPORTS. (a) In General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Treasury shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees and leadership a report on the progress of the Department of the Treasury in carrying out this Act, including any resources needed by the Department to improve implementation and progress in coordinating with governments of countries that are allies or partners of the United States.

To impose sanctions with respect to the use of cryptocurrency to facilitate transactions by Russian persons subject to sanctions, and for other purposes. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Digital Asset Sanctions Compliance Enhancement Act of 2022''. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Appropriate congressional committees and leadership.-- The term ``appropriate congressional committees and leadership'' means-- (A) the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, the Committee on Foreign Relations, and the majority and minority leaders of the Senate; and (B) the Committee on Financial Services, the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and the speaker, the majority leader, and the minority leader of the House of Representatives. (2) Digital assets.--The term ``digital assets'' means any digital representation of value, financial assets and instruments, or claims that are used to make payments or investments, or to transmit or exchange funds or the equivalent thereof, that are issued or represented in digital form through the use of distributed ledger technology. (3) Digital asset trading platform.--The term ``digital asset trading platform'' means a person, or group of persons, that operates as an exchange or other trading facility for the purchase, sale, lending, or borrowing of digital assets. (4) Digital asset transaction facilitator.--The term ``digital asset transaction facilitator'' means-- (A) any person, or group of persons, that significantly and materially facilitates the purchase, sale, lending, borrowing, exchange, custody, holding, validation, or creation of digital assets on the account of others, including any communication protocol, decentralized finance technology, smart contract, or other software, including open-source computer code-- (i) deployed through the use of distributed ledger or any similar technology; and (ii) that provides a mechanism for multiple users to purchase, sell, lend, borrow, or trade digital assets; and (B) any person, or group of persons, that the Secretary of the Treasury otherwise determines to be significantly and materially facilitating digital assets transactions in violation of sanctions. (5) Foreign person.--The term ``foreign person'' means an individual or entity that is not a United States person. (b) Imposition of Sanctions.--The President may exercise all of the powers granted to the President under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) 1702 and 1704) to carry out this section. (2) Penalties.--A person that violates, attempts to violate, conspires to violate, or causes a violation of this section or any regulation, license, or order issued to carry out this section shall be subject to the penalties set forth in subsections (b) and (c) of section 206 of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1705) to the same extent as a person that commits an unlawful act described in subsection (a) of that section. (d) National Security Waiver.--The President may waive the imposition of sanctions under this section with respect to a person if the President-- (1) determines that such a waiver is in the national security interests of the United States; and (2) submits to Congress a notification of the waiver and the reasons for the waiver. or any authorized intelligence activities of the United States. (2) Exception relating to importation of goods.-- (A) In general.--The authority to block and prohibit all transactions in all property and interests in property under subsection (b) shall not include the authority or a requirement to impose sanctions on the importation of goods. (B) Good.--In this paragraph, the term ``good'' means any article, natural or manmade substance, material, supply or manufactured product, including inspection and test equipment, and excluding technical data. 4. DISCRETIONARY PROHIBITION OF TRANSACTIONS. TRANSACTION REPORTING. SEC. 6. REPORTS. (a) In General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Treasury shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees and leadership a report on the progress of the Department of the Treasury in carrying out this Act, including any resources needed by the Department to improve implementation and progress in coordinating with governments of countries that are allies or partners of the United States. Any exchange included in the report may petition the Office of Foreign Assets Control for removal, which shall be granted upon demonstrating that the exchange is taking steps sufficient to comply with applicable United States law.

To impose sanctions with respect to the use of cryptocurrency to facilitate transactions by Russian persons subject to sanctions, and for other purposes. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Digital Asset Sanctions Compliance Enhancement Act of 2022''. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Appropriate congressional committees and leadership.-- The term ``appropriate congressional committees and leadership'' means-- (A) the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, the Committee on Foreign Relations, and the majority and minority leaders of the Senate; and (B) the Committee on Financial Services, the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and the speaker, the majority leader, and the minority leader of the House of Representatives. (2) Digital assets.--The term ``digital assets'' means any digital representation of value, financial assets and instruments, or claims that are used to make payments or investments, or to transmit or exchange funds or the equivalent thereof, that are issued or represented in digital form through the use of distributed ledger technology. (3) Digital asset trading platform.--The term ``digital asset trading platform'' means a person, or group of persons, that operates as an exchange or other trading facility for the purchase, sale, lending, or borrowing of digital assets. (4) Digital asset transaction facilitator.--The term ``digital asset transaction facilitator'' means-- (A) any person, or group of persons, that significantly and materially facilitates the purchase, sale, lending, borrowing, exchange, custody, holding, validation, or creation of digital assets on the account of others, including any communication protocol, decentralized finance technology, smart contract, or other software, including open-source computer code-- (i) deployed through the use of distributed ledger or any similar technology; and (ii) that provides a mechanism for multiple users to purchase, sell, lend, borrow, or trade digital assets; and (B) any person, or group of persons, that the Secretary of the Treasury otherwise determines to be significantly and materially facilitating digital assets transactions in violation of sanctions. (5) Foreign person.--The term ``foreign person'' means an individual or entity that is not a United States person. (a) Report Required.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and periodically thereafter as necessary, the President shall submit to Congress a report identifying any foreign person that-- (1) operates a digital asset trading platform or is a digital asset transaction facilitator; and (2)(A) has significantly and materially assisted, sponsored, or provided financial, material, or technological support for, or goods or services to or in support of any person with respect to which sanctions have been imposed by the United States relating to the Russian Federation, including by facilitating transactions that evade such sanctions; or (B) is owned or controlled by, or acting or purporting to act for or on behalf of any person with respect to which sanctions have been imposed by the United States relating to the Russian Federation. (b) Imposition of Sanctions.--The President may exercise all of the powers granted to the President under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) to the extent necessary to block and prohibit all transactions in property and interests in property of a foreign person identified in a report submitted under subsection (a) if such property and interests in property are in the United States, come within the United States, or are or come within the possession or control of a United States person. 1702 and 1704) to carry out this section. (2) Penalties.--A person that violates, attempts to violate, conspires to violate, or causes a violation of this section or any regulation, license, or order issued to carry out this section shall be subject to the penalties set forth in subsections (b) and (c) of section 206 of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1705) to the same extent as a person that commits an unlawful act described in subsection (a) of that section. (d) National Security Waiver.--The President may waive the imposition of sanctions under this section with respect to a person if the President-- (1) determines that such a waiver is in the national security interests of the United States; and (2) submits to Congress a notification of the waiver and the reasons for the waiver. or any authorized intelligence activities of the United States. (2) Exception relating to importation of goods.-- (A) In general.--The authority to block and prohibit all transactions in all property and interests in property under subsection (b) shall not include the authority or a requirement to impose sanctions on the importation of goods. (B) Good.--In this paragraph, the term ``good'' means any article, natural or manmade substance, material, supply or manufactured product, including inspection and test equipment, and excluding technical data. 4. DISCRETIONARY PROHIBITION OF TRANSACTIONS. TRANSACTION REPORTING. Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network shall require United States persons engaged in a transaction with a value greater than $10,000 in digital assets through 1 or more accounts outside of the United States to file a report described in section 1010.350 of title 31, Code of Federal Regulations, using the form described in that section, in accordance with section 5314 of title 31, United States Code. SEC. 6. REPORTS. (a) In General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Treasury shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees and leadership a report on the progress of the Department of the Treasury in carrying out this Act, including any resources needed by the Department to improve implementation and progress in coordinating with governments of countries that are allies or partners of the United States. Any exchange included in the report may petition the Office of Foreign Assets Control for removal, which shall be granted upon demonstrating that the exchange is taking steps sufficient to comply with applicable United States law.

To impose sanctions with respect to the use of cryptocurrency to facilitate transactions by Russian persons subject to sanctions, and for other purposes. In this Act: (1) Appropriate congressional committees and leadership.-- The term ``appropriate congressional committees and leadership'' means-- (A) the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, the Committee on Foreign Relations, and the majority and minority leaders of the Senate; and (B) the Committee on Financial Services, the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and the speaker, the majority leader, and the minority leader of the House of Representatives. ( 5) Foreign person.--The term ``foreign person'' means an individual or entity that is not a United States person. ( 6) United states person.--The term ``United States person'' means-- (A) an individual who is a United States citizen or an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence to the United States; or (B) an entity organized under the laws of the United States or any jurisdiction within the United States, including a foreign branch of such an entity. b) Imposition of Sanctions.--The President may exercise all of the powers granted to the President under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) to the extent necessary to block and prohibit all transactions in property and interests in property of a foreign person identified in a report submitted under subsection (a) if such property and interests in property are in the United States, come within the United States, or are or come within the possession or control of a United States person. (c) Implementation; Penalties.-- (1) Implementation.--The President may exercise all authorities provided under sections 203 and 205 of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1702 and 1704) to carry out this section. ( d) National Security Waiver.--The President may waive the imposition of sanctions under this section with respect to a person if the President-- (1) determines that such a waiver is in the national security interests of the United States; and (2) submits to Congress a notification of the waiver and the reasons for the waiver. ( (2) Exception relating to importation of goods.-- (A) In general.--The authority to block and prohibit all transactions in all property and interests in property under subsection (b) shall not include the authority or a requirement to impose sanctions on the importation of goods. ( DISCRETIONARY PROHIBITION OF TRANSACTIONS. Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network shall require United States persons engaged in a transaction with a value greater than $10,000 in digital assets through 1 or more accounts outside of the United States to file a report described in section 1010.350 of title 31, Code of Federal Regulations, using the form described in that section, in accordance with section 5314 of title 31, United States Code. a) In General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Treasury shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees and leadership a report on the progress of the Department of the Treasury in carrying out this Act, including any resources needed by the Department to improve implementation and progress in coordinating with governments of countries that are allies or partners of the United States. ( Any exchange included in the report may petition the Office of Foreign Assets Control for removal, which shall be granted upon demonstrating that the exchange is taking steps sufficient to comply with applicable United States law.

To impose sanctions with respect to the use of cryptocurrency to facilitate transactions by Russian persons subject to sanctions, and for other purposes. 3) Digital asset trading platform.--The term ``digital asset trading platform'' means a person, or group of persons, that operates as an exchange or other trading facility for the purchase, sale, lending, or borrowing of digital assets. ( (6) United states person.--The term ``United States person'' means-- (A) an individual who is a United States citizen or an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence to the United States; or (B) an entity organized under the laws of the United States or any jurisdiction within the United States, including a foreign branch of such an entity. c) Implementation; Penalties.-- (1) Implementation.--The President may exercise all authorities provided under sections 203 and 205 of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1702 and 1704) to carry out this section. (2) Penalties.--A person that violates, attempts to violate, conspires to violate, or causes a violation of this section or any regulation, license, or order issued to carry out this section shall be subject to the penalties set forth in subsections (b) and (c) of section 206 of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1705) to the same extent as a person that commits an unlawful act described in subsection (a) of that section. ( d) National Security Waiver.--The President may waive the imposition of sanctions under this section with respect to a person if the President-- (1) determines that such a waiver is in the national security interests of the United States; and (2) submits to Congress a notification of the waiver and the reasons for the waiver. ( Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network shall require United States persons engaged in a transaction with a value greater than $10,000 in digital assets through 1 or more accounts outside of the United States to file a report described in section 1010.350 of title 31, Code of Federal Regulations, using the form described in that section, in accordance with section 5314 of title 31, United States Code. a) In General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Treasury shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees and leadership a report on the progress of the Department of the Treasury in carrying out this Act, including any resources needed by the Department to improve implementation and progress in coordinating with governments of countries that are allies or partners of the United States. (

To impose sanctions with respect to the use of cryptocurrency to facilitate transactions by Russian persons subject to sanctions, and for other purposes. 3) Digital asset trading platform.--The term ``digital asset trading platform'' means a person, or group of persons, that operates as an exchange or other trading facility for the purchase, sale, lending, or borrowing of digital assets. ( (6) United states person.--The term ``United States person'' means-- (A) an individual who is a United States citizen or an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence to the United States; or (B) an entity organized under the laws of the United States or any jurisdiction within the United States, including a foreign branch of such an entity. c) Implementation; Penalties.-- (1) Implementation.--The President may exercise all authorities provided under sections 203 and 205 of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1702 and 1704) to carry out this section. (2) Penalties.--A person that violates, attempts to violate, conspires to violate, or causes a violation of this section or any regulation, license, or order issued to carry out this section shall be subject to the penalties set forth in subsections (b) and (c) of section 206 of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1705) to the same extent as a person that commits an unlawful act described in subsection (a) of that section. ( d) National Security Waiver.--The President may waive the imposition of sanctions under this section with respect to a person if the President-- (1) determines that such a waiver is in the national security interests of the United States; and (2) submits to Congress a notification of the waiver and the reasons for the waiver. ( Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network shall require United States persons engaged in a transaction with a value greater than $10,000 in digital assets through 1 or more accounts outside of the United States to file a report described in section 1010.350 of title 31, Code of Federal Regulations, using the form described in that section, in accordance with section 5314 of title 31, United States Code. a) In General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Treasury shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees and leadership a report on the progress of the Department of the Treasury in carrying out this Act, including any resources needed by the Department to improve implementation and progress in coordinating with governments of countries that are allies or partners of the United States. (

To impose sanctions with respect to the use of cryptocurrency to facilitate transactions by Russian persons subject to sanctions, and for other purposes. In this Act: (1) Appropriate congressional committees and leadership.-- The term ``appropriate congressional committees and leadership'' means-- (A) the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, the Committee on Foreign Relations, and the majority and minority leaders of the Senate; and (B) the Committee on Financial Services, the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and the speaker, the majority leader, and the minority leader of the House of Representatives. ( 5) Foreign person.--The term ``foreign person'' means an individual or entity that is not a United States person. ( 6) United states person.--The term ``United States person'' means-- (A) an individual who is a United States citizen or an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence to the United States; or (B) an entity organized under the laws of the United States or any jurisdiction within the United States, including a foreign branch of such an entity. b) Imposition of Sanctions.--The President may exercise all of the powers granted to the President under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) to the extent necessary to block and prohibit all transactions in property and interests in property of a foreign person identified in a report submitted under subsection (a) if such property and interests in property are in the United States, come within the United States, or are or come within the possession or control of a United States person. (c) Implementation; Penalties.-- (1) Implementation.--The President may exercise all authorities provided under sections 203 and 205 of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1702 and 1704) to carry out this section. ( d) National Security Waiver.--The President may waive the imposition of sanctions under this section with respect to a person if the President-- (1) determines that such a waiver is in the national security interests of the United States; and (2) submits to Congress a notification of the waiver and the reasons for the waiver. ( (2) Exception relating to importation of goods.-- (A) In general.--The authority to block and prohibit all transactions in all property and interests in property under subsection (b) shall not include the authority or a requirement to impose sanctions on the importation of goods. ( DISCRETIONARY PROHIBITION OF TRANSACTIONS. Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network shall require United States persons engaged in a transaction with a value greater than $10,000 in digital assets through 1 or more accounts outside of the United States to file a report described in section 1010.350 of title 31, Code of Federal Regulations, using the form described in that section, in accordance with section 5314 of title 31, United States Code. a) In General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Treasury shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees and leadership a report on the progress of the Department of the Treasury in carrying out this Act, including any resources needed by the Department to improve implementation and progress in coordinating with governments of countries that are allies or partners of the United States. ( Any exchange included in the report may petition the Office of Foreign Assets Control for removal, which shall be granted upon demonstrating that the exchange is taking steps sufficient to comply with applicable United States law.

To impose sanctions with respect to the use of cryptocurrency to facilitate transactions by Russian persons subject to sanctions, and for other purposes. 3) Digital asset trading platform.--The term ``digital asset trading platform'' means a person, or group of persons, that operates as an exchange or other trading facility for the purchase, sale, lending, or borrowing of digital assets. ( (6) United states person.--The term ``United States person'' means-- (A) an individual who is a United States citizen or an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence to the United States; or (B) an entity organized under the laws of the United States or any jurisdiction within the United States, including a foreign branch of such an entity. c) Implementation; Penalties.-- (1) Implementation.--The President may exercise all authorities provided under sections 203 and 205 of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1702 and 1704) to carry out this section. (2) Penalties.--A person that violates, attempts to violate, conspires to violate, or causes a violation of this section or any regulation, license, or order issued to carry out this section shall be subject to the penalties set forth in subsections (b) and (c) of section 206 of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1705) to the same extent as a person that commits an unlawful act described in subsection (a) of that section. ( d) National Security Waiver.--The President may waive the imposition of sanctions under this section with respect to a person if the President-- (1) determines that such a waiver is in the national security interests of the United States; and (2) submits to Congress a notification of the waiver and the reasons for the waiver. ( Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network shall require United States persons engaged in a transaction with a value greater than $10,000 in digital assets through 1 or more accounts outside of the United States to file a report described in section 1010.350 of title 31, Code of Federal Regulations, using the form described in that section, in accordance with section 5314 of title 31, United States Code. a) In General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Treasury shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees and leadership a report on the progress of the Department of the Treasury in carrying out this Act, including any resources needed by the Department to improve implementation and progress in coordinating with governments of countries that are allies or partners of the United States. (

To impose sanctions with respect to the use of cryptocurrency to facilitate transactions by Russian persons subject to sanctions, and for other purposes. In this Act: (1) Appropriate congressional committees and leadership.-- The term ``appropriate congressional committees and leadership'' means-- (A) the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, the Committee on Foreign Relations, and the majority and minority leaders of the Senate; and (B) the Committee on Financial Services, the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and the speaker, the majority leader, and the minority leader of the House of Representatives. ( 5) Foreign person.--The term ``foreign person'' means an individual or entity that is not a United States person. ( 6) United states person.--The term ``United States person'' means-- (A) an individual who is a United States citizen or an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence to the United States; or (B) an entity organized under the laws of the United States or any jurisdiction within the United States, including a foreign branch of such an entity. b) Imposition of Sanctions.--The President may exercise all of the powers granted to the President under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) to the extent necessary to block and prohibit all transactions in property and interests in property of a foreign person identified in a report submitted under subsection (a) if such property and interests in property are in the United States, come within the United States, or are or come within the possession or control of a United States person. (c) Implementation; Penalties.-- (1) Implementation.--The President may exercise all authorities provided under sections 203 and 205 of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1702 and 1704) to carry out this section. ( d) National Security Waiver.--The President may waive the imposition of sanctions under this section with respect to a person if the President-- (1) determines that such a waiver is in the national security interests of the United States; and (2) submits to Congress a notification of the waiver and the reasons for the waiver. ( (2) Exception relating to importation of goods.-- (A) In general.--The authority to block and prohibit all transactions in all property and interests in property under subsection (b) shall not include the authority or a requirement to impose sanctions on the importation of goods. ( DISCRETIONARY PROHIBITION OF TRANSACTIONS. Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network shall require United States persons engaged in a transaction with a value greater than $10,000 in digital assets through 1 or more accounts outside of the United States to file a report described in section 1010.350 of title 31, Code of Federal Regulations, using the form described in that section, in accordance with section 5314 of title 31, United States Code. a) In General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Treasury shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees and leadership a report on the progress of the Department of the Treasury in carrying out this Act, including any resources needed by the Department to improve implementation and progress in coordinating with governments of countries that are allies or partners of the United States. ( Any exchange included in the report may petition the Office of Foreign Assets Control for removal, which shall be granted upon demonstrating that the exchange is taking steps sufficient to comply with applicable United States law.

To impose sanctions with respect to the use of cryptocurrency to facilitate transactions by Russian persons subject to sanctions, and for other purposes. 3) Digital asset trading platform.--The term ``digital asset trading platform'' means a person, or group of persons, that operates as an exchange or other trading facility for the purchase, sale, lending, or borrowing of digital assets. ( (6) United states person.--The term ``United States person'' means-- (A) an individual who is a United States citizen or an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence to the United States; or (B) an entity organized under the laws of the United States or any jurisdiction within the United States, including a foreign branch of such an entity. c) Implementation; Penalties.-- (1) Implementation.--The President may exercise all authorities provided under sections 203 and 205 of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1702 and 1704) to carry out this section. (2) Penalties.--A person that violates, attempts to violate, conspires to violate, or causes a violation of this section or any regulation, license, or order issued to carry out this section shall be subject to the penalties set forth in subsections (b) and (c) of section 206 of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1705) to the same extent as a person that commits an unlawful act described in subsection (a) of that section. ( d) National Security Waiver.--The President may waive the imposition of sanctions under this section with respect to a person if the President-- (1) determines that such a waiver is in the national security interests of the United States; and (2) submits to Congress a notification of the waiver and the reasons for the waiver. ( Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network shall require United States persons engaged in a transaction with a value greater than $10,000 in digital assets through 1 or more accounts outside of the United States to file a report described in section 1010.350 of title 31, Code of Federal Regulations, using the form described in that section, in accordance with section 5314 of title 31, United States Code. a) In General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Treasury shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees and leadership a report on the progress of the Department of the Treasury in carrying out this Act, including any resources needed by the Department to improve implementation and progress in coordinating with governments of countries that are allies or partners of the United States. (

To impose sanctions with respect to the use of cryptocurrency to facilitate transactions by Russian persons subject to sanctions, and for other purposes. In this Act: (1) Appropriate congressional committees and leadership.-- The term ``appropriate congressional committees and leadership'' means-- (A) the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, the Committee on Foreign Relations, and the majority and minority leaders of the Senate; and (B) the Committee on Financial Services, the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and the speaker, the majority leader, and the minority leader of the House of Representatives. ( to the extent necessary to block and prohibit all transactions in property and interests in property of a foreign person identified in a report submitted under subsection (a) if such property and interests in property are in the United States, come within the United States, or are or come within the possession or control of a United States person. ( c) Implementation; Penalties.-- (1) Implementation.--The President may exercise all authorities provided under sections 203 and 205 of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1702 and 1704) to carry out this section. ( Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network shall require United States persons engaged in a transaction with a value greater than $10,000 in digital assets through 1 or more accounts outside of the United States to file a report described in section 1010.350 of title 31, Code of Federal Regulations, using the form described in that section, in accordance with section 5314 of title 31, United States Code. a) In General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Treasury shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees and leadership a report on the progress of the Department of the Treasury in carrying out this Act, including any resources needed by the Department to improve implementation and progress in coordinating with governments of countries that are allies or partners of the United States. (

To impose sanctions with respect to the use of cryptocurrency to facilitate transactions by Russian persons subject to sanctions, and for other purposes. 2) Penalties.--A person that violates, attempts to violate, conspires to violate, or causes a violation of this section or any regulation, license, or order issued to carry out this section shall be subject to the penalties set forth in subsections (b) and (c) of section 206 of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1705) to the same extent as a person that commits an unlawful act described in subsection (a) of that section. ( a) In General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Treasury shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees and leadership a report on the progress of the Department of the Treasury in carrying out this Act, including any resources needed by the Department to improve implementation and progress in coordinating with governments of countries that are allies or partners of the United States. (

To impose sanctions with respect to the use of cryptocurrency to facilitate transactions by Russian persons subject to sanctions, and for other purposes. In this Act: (1) Appropriate congressional committees and leadership.-- The term ``appropriate congressional committees and leadership'' means-- (A) the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, the Committee on Foreign Relations, and the majority and minority leaders of the Senate; and (B) the Committee on Financial Services, the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and the speaker, the majority leader, and the minority leader of the House of Representatives. ( to the extent necessary to block and prohibit all transactions in property and interests in property of a foreign person identified in a report submitted under subsection (a) if such property and interests in property are in the United States, come within the United States, or are or come within the possession or control of a United States person. ( c) Implementation; Penalties.-- (1) Implementation.--The President may exercise all authorities provided under sections 203 and 205 of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1702 and 1704) to carry out this section. ( Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network shall require United States persons engaged in a transaction with a value greater than $10,000 in digital assets through 1 or more accounts outside of the United States to file a report described in section 1010.350 of title 31, Code of Federal Regulations, using the form described in that section, in accordance with section 5314 of title 31, United States Code. a) In General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Treasury shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees and leadership a report on the progress of the Department of the Treasury in carrying out this Act, including any resources needed by the Department to improve implementation and progress in coordinating with governments of countries that are allies or partners of the United States. (

S.5007

Agriculture and Food

Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act of 2022 This bill revises the Emergency Conservation Program and the Emergency Forest Restoration Program to provide agricultural producers and owners of nonindustrial private forest land impacted by natural disasters the option to receive an advance on cost-sharing payments before carrying out emergency measures. The bill also expands eligibility for payments under the programs to include emergency measures to address damages caused by (1) a wildfire that is not caused naturally if the damage is caused by the spread of the wildfire due to natural causes, and (2) a wildfire that is caused by the federal government.

To amend the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 to remove barriers to agricultural producers in accessing funds to carry out emergency measures under the emergency conservation 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 ``Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. IMPROVING THE EMERGENCY CONSERVATION PROGRAM. Section 401 of the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 (16 U.S.C. 2201) is amended-- (1) in subsection (b)-- (A) in the subsection heading, by inserting ``and Other Emergency Conservation Measures'' after ``Fencing''; and (B) in paragraph (1)-- (i) by inserting ``or other emergency measures to replace or restore farmland or conservation structures requiring an immediate response (as determined by the Secretary),'' after ``replacement of fencing,''; and (ii) by striking ``option of receiving'' and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting the following: ``option of receiving, before the agricultural producer carries out the repair, replacement, or restoration-- ``(A) with respect to a payment to the agricultural producer for a replacement, 75 percent of the cost of the replacement, as determined by the Secretary based on the fair market value of the cost of the replacement using the estimated cost of the applicable practice published in the Field Office Technical Guide of each State by the Natural Resources Conservation Service; and ``(B) with respect to a payment to the agricultural producer for a repair or restoration, 50 percent of the cost of the repair or restoration, as determined by the Secretary based on the fair market value of the cost of the repair or restoration using the estimated cost of the applicable practice published in the Field Office Technical Guide of each State by the Natural Resources Conservation Service.''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(c) Wildfire Determination.--A wildfire that causes damage eligible for a payment under subsection (a) includes-- ``(1) a wildfire that is not caused naturally if the damage is caused by the spread of the wildfire due to natural causes; and ``(2) a wildfire that is caused by the Federal Government.''. SEC. 3. IMPROVING THE EMERGENCY FOREST RESTORATION PROGRAM. Section 407 of the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 (16 U.S.C. 2206) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)(2), by striking ``wildfires,'' and inserting ``wildfires (including a wildfire that is not caused naturally if the damage is caused by the spread of the wildfire due to natural causes and a wildfire that is caused by the Federal Government),''; (2) by redesignating subsection (e) as subsection (f); and (3) by inserting after subsection (d) the following: ``(e) Advance Payments.-- ``(1) In general.--The Secretary shall give an owner of nonindustrial private forest land the option of receiving, before the owner carries out emergency measures under this section, not more than 75 percent of the cost of the emergency measures, as determined by the Secretary based on the fair market value of the cost of the emergency measures using the estimated cost of the applicable practice published in the Field Office Technical Guide of each State by the Natural Resources Conservation Service. ``(2) Return of funds.--If the funds provided under paragraph (1) are not expended by the end of the 60-day period beginning on the date on which the owner of nonindustrial private forest land receives those funds, the funds shall be returned within a reasonable timeframe, as determined by the Secretary.''. <all>

Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act of 2022

A bill to amend the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 to remove barriers to agricultural producers in accessing funds to carry out emergency measures under the emergency conservation program, and for other purposes.

Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act of 2022

Sen. Fischer, Deb

R

NE

This bill revises the Emergency Conservation Program and the Emergency Forest Restoration Program to provide agricultural producers and owners of nonindustrial private forest land impacted by natural disasters the option to receive an advance on cost-sharing payments before carrying out emergency measures. The bill also expands eligibility for payments under the programs to include emergency measures to address damages caused by (1) a wildfire that is not caused naturally if the damage is caused by the spread of the wildfire due to natural causes, and (2) a wildfire that is caused by the federal government.

To amend the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 to remove barriers to agricultural producers in accessing funds to carry out emergency measures under the emergency conservation 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 ``Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act of 2022''. 2. IMPROVING THE EMERGENCY CONSERVATION PROGRAM. Section 401 of the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 (16 U.S.C. 2201) is amended-- (1) in subsection (b)-- (A) in the subsection heading, by inserting ``and Other Emergency Conservation Measures'' after ``Fencing''; and (B) in paragraph (1)-- (i) by inserting ``or other emergency measures to replace or restore farmland or conservation structures requiring an immediate response (as determined by the Secretary),'' after ``replacement of fencing,''; and (ii) by striking ``option of receiving'' and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting the following: ``option of receiving, before the agricultural producer carries out the repair, replacement, or restoration-- ``(A) with respect to a payment to the agricultural producer for a replacement, 75 percent of the cost of the replacement, as determined by the Secretary based on the fair market value of the cost of the replacement using the estimated cost of the applicable practice published in the Field Office Technical Guide of each State by the Natural Resources Conservation Service; and ``(B) with respect to a payment to the agricultural producer for a repair or restoration, 50 percent of the cost of the repair or restoration, as determined by the Secretary based on the fair market value of the cost of the repair or restoration using the estimated cost of the applicable practice published in the Field Office Technical Guide of each State by the Natural Resources Conservation Service. ''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(c) Wildfire Determination.--A wildfire that causes damage eligible for a payment under subsection (a) includes-- ``(1) a wildfire that is not caused naturally if the damage is caused by the spread of the wildfire due to natural causes; and ``(2) a wildfire that is caused by the Federal Government.''. SEC. 3. ``(2) Return of funds.--If the funds provided under paragraph (1) are not expended by the end of the 60-day period beginning on the date on which the owner of nonindustrial private forest land receives those funds, the funds shall be returned within a reasonable timeframe, as determined by the Secretary.''.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. 2. IMPROVING THE EMERGENCY CONSERVATION PROGRAM. Section 401 of the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 (16 U.S.C. 2201) is amended-- (1) in subsection (b)-- (A) in the subsection heading, by inserting ``and Other Emergency Conservation Measures'' after ``Fencing''; and (B) in paragraph (1)-- (i) by inserting ``or other emergency measures to replace or restore farmland or conservation structures requiring an immediate response (as determined by the Secretary),'' after ``replacement of fencing,''; and (ii) by striking ``option of receiving'' and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting the following: ``option of receiving, before the agricultural producer carries out the repair, replacement, or restoration-- ``(A) with respect to a payment to the agricultural producer for a replacement, 75 percent of the cost of the replacement, as determined by the Secretary based on the fair market value of the cost of the replacement using the estimated cost of the applicable practice published in the Field Office Technical Guide of each State by the Natural Resources Conservation Service; and ``(B) with respect to a payment to the agricultural producer for a repair or restoration, 50 percent of the cost of the repair or restoration, as determined by the Secretary based on the fair market value of the cost of the repair or restoration using the estimated cost of the applicable practice published in the Field Office Technical Guide of each State by the Natural Resources Conservation Service. ''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(c) Wildfire Determination.--A wildfire that causes damage eligible for a payment under subsection (a) includes-- ``(1) a wildfire that is not caused naturally if the damage is caused by the spread of the wildfire due to natural causes; and ``(2) a wildfire that is caused by the Federal Government.''. SEC. 3. ``(2) Return of funds.--If the funds provided under paragraph (1) are not expended by the end of the 60-day period beginning on the date on which the owner of nonindustrial private forest land receives those funds, the funds shall be returned within a reasonable timeframe, as determined by the Secretary.''.

To amend the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 to remove barriers to agricultural producers in accessing funds to carry out emergency measures under the emergency conservation 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 ``Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. IMPROVING THE EMERGENCY CONSERVATION PROGRAM. Section 401 of the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 (16 U.S.C. 2201) is amended-- (1) in subsection (b)-- (A) in the subsection heading, by inserting ``and Other Emergency Conservation Measures'' after ``Fencing''; and (B) in paragraph (1)-- (i) by inserting ``or other emergency measures to replace or restore farmland or conservation structures requiring an immediate response (as determined by the Secretary),'' after ``replacement of fencing,''; and (ii) by striking ``option of receiving'' and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting the following: ``option of receiving, before the agricultural producer carries out the repair, replacement, or restoration-- ``(A) with respect to a payment to the agricultural producer for a replacement, 75 percent of the cost of the replacement, as determined by the Secretary based on the fair market value of the cost of the replacement using the estimated cost of the applicable practice published in the Field Office Technical Guide of each State by the Natural Resources Conservation Service; and ``(B) with respect to a payment to the agricultural producer for a repair or restoration, 50 percent of the cost of the repair or restoration, as determined by the Secretary based on the fair market value of the cost of the repair or restoration using the estimated cost of the applicable practice published in the Field Office Technical Guide of each State by the Natural Resources Conservation Service.''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(c) Wildfire Determination.--A wildfire that causes damage eligible for a payment under subsection (a) includes-- ``(1) a wildfire that is not caused naturally if the damage is caused by the spread of the wildfire due to natural causes; and ``(2) a wildfire that is caused by the Federal Government.''. SEC. 3. IMPROVING THE EMERGENCY FOREST RESTORATION PROGRAM. Section 407 of the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 (16 U.S.C. 2206) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)(2), by striking ``wildfires,'' and inserting ``wildfires (including a wildfire that is not caused naturally if the damage is caused by the spread of the wildfire due to natural causes and a wildfire that is caused by the Federal Government),''; (2) by redesignating subsection (e) as subsection (f); and (3) by inserting after subsection (d) the following: ``(e) Advance Payments.-- ``(1) In general.--The Secretary shall give an owner of nonindustrial private forest land the option of receiving, before the owner carries out emergency measures under this section, not more than 75 percent of the cost of the emergency measures, as determined by the Secretary based on the fair market value of the cost of the emergency measures using the estimated cost of the applicable practice published in the Field Office Technical Guide of each State by the Natural Resources Conservation Service. ``(2) Return of funds.--If the funds provided under paragraph (1) are not expended by the end of the 60-day period beginning on the date on which the owner of nonindustrial private forest land receives those funds, the funds shall be returned within a reasonable timeframe, as determined by the Secretary.''. <all>

To amend the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 to remove barriers to agricultural producers in accessing funds to carry out emergency measures under the emergency conservation 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 ``Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. IMPROVING THE EMERGENCY CONSERVATION PROGRAM. Section 401 of the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 (16 U.S.C. 2201) is amended-- (1) in subsection (b)-- (A) in the subsection heading, by inserting ``and Other Emergency Conservation Measures'' after ``Fencing''; and (B) in paragraph (1)-- (i) by inserting ``or other emergency measures to replace or restore farmland or conservation structures requiring an immediate response (as determined by the Secretary),'' after ``replacement of fencing,''; and (ii) by striking ``option of receiving'' and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting the following: ``option of receiving, before the agricultural producer carries out the repair, replacement, or restoration-- ``(A) with respect to a payment to the agricultural producer for a replacement, 75 percent of the cost of the replacement, as determined by the Secretary based on the fair market value of the cost of the replacement using the estimated cost of the applicable practice published in the Field Office Technical Guide of each State by the Natural Resources Conservation Service; and ``(B) with respect to a payment to the agricultural producer for a repair or restoration, 50 percent of the cost of the repair or restoration, as determined by the Secretary based on the fair market value of the cost of the repair or restoration using the estimated cost of the applicable practice published in the Field Office Technical Guide of each State by the Natural Resources Conservation Service.''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(c) Wildfire Determination.--A wildfire that causes damage eligible for a payment under subsection (a) includes-- ``(1) a wildfire that is not caused naturally if the damage is caused by the spread of the wildfire due to natural causes; and ``(2) a wildfire that is caused by the Federal Government.''. SEC. 3. IMPROVING THE EMERGENCY FOREST RESTORATION PROGRAM. Section 407 of the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 (16 U.S.C. 2206) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)(2), by striking ``wildfires,'' and inserting ``wildfires (including a wildfire that is not caused naturally if the damage is caused by the spread of the wildfire due to natural causes and a wildfire that is caused by the Federal Government),''; (2) by redesignating subsection (e) as subsection (f); and (3) by inserting after subsection (d) the following: ``(e) Advance Payments.-- ``(1) In general.--The Secretary shall give an owner of nonindustrial private forest land the option of receiving, before the owner carries out emergency measures under this section, not more than 75 percent of the cost of the emergency measures, as determined by the Secretary based on the fair market value of the cost of the emergency measures using the estimated cost of the applicable practice published in the Field Office Technical Guide of each State by the Natural Resources Conservation Service. ``(2) Return of funds.--If the funds provided under paragraph (1) are not expended by the end of the 60-day period beginning on the date on which the owner of nonindustrial private forest land receives those funds, the funds shall be returned within a reasonable timeframe, as determined by the Secretary.''. <all>

To amend the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 to remove barriers to agricultural producers in accessing funds to carry out emergency measures under the emergency conservation program, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act of 2022''. ''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(c) Wildfire Determination.--A wildfire that causes damage eligible for a payment under subsection (a) includes-- ``(1) a wildfire that is not caused naturally if the damage is caused by the spread of the wildfire due to natural causes; and ``(2) a wildfire that is caused by the Federal Government.''. IMPROVING THE EMERGENCY FOREST RESTORATION PROGRAM. ``(2) Return of funds.--If the funds provided under paragraph (1) are not expended by the end of the 60-day period beginning on the date on which the owner of nonindustrial private forest land receives those funds, the funds shall be returned within a reasonable timeframe, as determined by the Secretary.''.

To amend the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 to remove barriers to agricultural producers in accessing funds to carry out emergency measures under the emergency conservation program, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act of 2022''. ``(2) Return of funds.--If the funds provided under paragraph (1) are not expended by the end of the 60-day period beginning on the date on which the owner of nonindustrial private forest land receives those funds, the funds shall be returned within a reasonable timeframe, as determined by the Secretary.''.

To amend the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 to remove barriers to agricultural producers in accessing funds to carry out emergency measures under the emergency conservation program, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act of 2022''. ``(2) Return of funds.--If the funds provided under paragraph (1) are not expended by the end of the 60-day period beginning on the date on which the owner of nonindustrial private forest land receives those funds, the funds shall be returned within a reasonable timeframe, as determined by the Secretary.''.

To amend the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 to remove barriers to agricultural producers in accessing funds to carry out emergency measures under the emergency conservation program, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act of 2022''. ''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(c) Wildfire Determination.--A wildfire that causes damage eligible for a payment under subsection (a) includes-- ``(1) a wildfire that is not caused naturally if the damage is caused by the spread of the wildfire due to natural causes; and ``(2) a wildfire that is caused by the Federal Government.''. IMPROVING THE EMERGENCY FOREST RESTORATION PROGRAM. ``(2) Return of funds.--If the funds provided under paragraph (1) are not expended by the end of the 60-day period beginning on the date on which the owner of nonindustrial private forest land receives those funds, the funds shall be returned within a reasonable timeframe, as determined by the Secretary.''.

To amend the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 to remove barriers to agricultural producers in accessing funds to carry out emergency measures under the emergency conservation program, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act of 2022''. ``(2) Return of funds.--If the funds provided under paragraph (1) are not expended by the end of the 60-day period beginning on the date on which the owner of nonindustrial private forest land receives those funds, the funds shall be returned within a reasonable timeframe, as determined by the Secretary.''.

To amend the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 to remove barriers to agricultural producers in accessing funds to carry out emergency measures under the emergency conservation program, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act of 2022''. ''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(c) Wildfire Determination.--A wildfire that causes damage eligible for a payment under subsection (a) includes-- ``(1) a wildfire that is not caused naturally if the damage is caused by the spread of the wildfire due to natural causes; and ``(2) a wildfire that is caused by the Federal Government.''. IMPROVING THE EMERGENCY FOREST RESTORATION PROGRAM. ``(2) Return of funds.--If the funds provided under paragraph (1) are not expended by the end of the 60-day period beginning on the date on which the owner of nonindustrial private forest land receives those funds, the funds shall be returned within a reasonable timeframe, as determined by the Secretary.''.

To amend the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 to remove barriers to agricultural producers in accessing funds to carry out emergency measures under the emergency conservation program, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act of 2022''. ``(2) Return of funds.--If the funds provided under paragraph (1) are not expended by the end of the 60-day period beginning on the date on which the owner of nonindustrial private forest land receives those funds, the funds shall be returned within a reasonable timeframe, as determined by the Secretary.''.

To amend the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 to remove barriers to agricultural producers in accessing funds to carry out emergency measures under the emergency conservation program, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act of 2022''. ''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(c) Wildfire Determination.--A wildfire that causes damage eligible for a payment under subsection (a) includes-- ``(1) a wildfire that is not caused naturally if the damage is caused by the spread of the wildfire due to natural causes; and ``(2) a wildfire that is caused by the Federal Government.''. IMPROVING THE EMERGENCY FOREST RESTORATION PROGRAM. ``(2) Return of funds.--If the funds provided under paragraph (1) are not expended by the end of the 60-day period beginning on the date on which the owner of nonindustrial private forest land receives those funds, the funds shall be returned within a reasonable timeframe, as determined by the Secretary.''.

To amend the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 to remove barriers to agricultural producers in accessing funds to carry out emergency measures under the emergency conservation program, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act of 2022''. ``(2) Return of funds.--If the funds provided under paragraph (1) are not expended by the end of the 60-day period beginning on the date on which the owner of nonindustrial private forest land receives those funds, the funds shall be returned within a reasonable timeframe, as determined by the Secretary.''.

To amend the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 to remove barriers to agricultural producers in accessing funds to carry out emergency measures under the emergency conservation program, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act of 2022''. ''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(c) Wildfire Determination.--A wildfire that causes damage eligible for a payment under subsection (a) includes-- ``(1) a wildfire that is not caused naturally if the damage is caused by the spread of the wildfire due to natural causes; and ``(2) a wildfire that is caused by the Federal Government.''. IMPROVING THE EMERGENCY FOREST RESTORATION PROGRAM. ``(2) Return of funds.--If the funds provided under paragraph (1) are not expended by the end of the 60-day period beginning on the date on which the owner of nonindustrial private forest land receives those funds, the funds shall be returned within a reasonable timeframe, as determined by the Secretary.''.

H.R.6899

International Affairs

Russia and Belarus SDR Exchange Prohibition Act of 2022 This act prohibits the Department of the Treasury from engaging in any transaction involving the exchange of Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) held by Russia or Belarus and requires Treasury to take actions to oppose financial assistance to Russia or Belarus. The SDR is an international reserve asset maintained by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) based on contributions from IMF member countries. SDRs may be exchanged between member countries and may also be exchanged for currencies. Treasury must also (1) vigorously advocate for IMF member countries to prohibit transactions involving the exchange of SDRs held by Russia or Belarus, and (2) direct U.S. representatives to each international financial institution to oppose providing financial assistance to Russia or Belarus except to address the basic human needs of their civilian populations. The act's provisions shall be in effect until the earlier of (1) five years after this act's enactment, or (2) 30 days after the President reports to Congress that the governments of Russia and Belarus have ceased destabilizing activities directed at Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity. The President may also waive the provisions upon reporting to Congress that doing so is in the national interest of the United States.

[117th Congress Public Law 185] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. 2197]] Public Law 117-185 117th Congress An Act To prohibit the Secretary of the Treasury from engaging in transactions involving the exchange of Special Drawing Rights issued by the International Monetary Fund that are held by the Russian Federation or Belarus. <<NOTE: Oct. 4, 2022 - [H.R. 6899]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Russia and Belarus SDR Exchange Prohibition Act of 2022. 22 USC 8902 note.>> SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Russia and Belarus SDR Exchange Prohibition Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. SPECIAL DRAWING RIGHTS EXCHANGE PROHIBITION. (a) In General.--The Secretary of the Treasury may not engage in any transaction involving the exchange of Special Drawing Rights issued by the International Monetary Fund that are held by the Russian Federation or Belarus. (b) Advocacy.--The Secretary of the Treasury shall-- (1) vigorously advocate that the governments of the member countries of the International Monetary Fund, to the extent that the member countries issue freely usable currencies, prohibit transactions involving the exchange of Special Drawing Rights held by the Russian Federation or Belarus and (2) direct the United States Executive Director at each international financial institution (as defined in section 1701(c)(2) of the International Financial Institutions Act) to use the voice and vote of the United States to oppose the provision of financial assistance to the Russian Federation and Belarus, except to address basic human needs of the civilian population. (c) Termination.--The preceding provisions of this section shall have no force or effect on the earlier of-- (1) the date that is 5 years after the date of the enactment of this Act; or (2) <<NOTE: President. Reports.>> 30 days after the date that the President reports to the Congress that the governments of the Russian Federation and Belarus have ceased destabilizing activities with respect to the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine. (d) <<NOTE: President. Reports.>> Waiver.--The President may waive the application of this section if the President reports to the Congress that the waiver [[Page 136 STAT. 2198]] is in the national interest of the United States and includes an explanation of the reasons therefor. Approved October 4, 2022. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--H.R. 6899: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- HOUSE REPORTS: No. 117-316 (Comm. on Financial Services). CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 168 (2022): May 10, 11, considered and passed House. Sept. 21, considered and passed Senate. <all>

Russia and Belarus SDR Exchange Prohibition Act of 2022

To prohibit the Secretary of the Treasury from engaging in transactions involving the exchange of Special Drawing Rights issued by the International Monetary Fund that are held by the Russian Federation or Belarus.

Russia and Belarus SDR Exchange Prohibition Act of 2022 Russia and Belarus SDR Exchange Prohibition Act of 2022 Russia and Belarus SDR Exchange Prohibition Act of 2022

Rep. Hill, J. French

R

AR

This act prohibits the Department of the Treasury from engaging in any transaction involving the exchange of Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) held by Russia or Belarus and requires Treasury to take actions to oppose financial assistance to Russia or Belarus. The SDR is an international reserve asset maintained by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) based on contributions from IMF member countries. SDRs may be exchanged between member countries and may also be exchanged for currencies. Treasury must also (1) vigorously advocate for IMF member countries to prohibit transactions involving the exchange of SDRs held by Russia or Belarus, and (2) direct U.S. representatives to each international financial institution to oppose providing financial assistance to Russia or Belarus except to address the basic human needs of their civilian populations. The act's provisions shall be in effect until the earlier of (1) five years after this act's enactment, or (2) 30 days after the President reports to Congress that the governments of Russia and Belarus have ceased destabilizing activities directed at Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity. The President may also waive the provisions upon reporting to Congress that doing so is in the national interest of the United States.

[117th Congress Public Law 185] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. 2197]] Public Law 117-185 117th Congress An Act To prohibit the Secretary of the Treasury from engaging in transactions involving the exchange of Special Drawing Rights issued by the International Monetary Fund that are held by the Russian Federation or Belarus. <<NOTE: Oct. 4, 2022 - [H.R. 6899]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Russia and Belarus SDR Exchange Prohibition Act of 2022. 22 USC 8902 note.>> SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Russia and Belarus SDR Exchange Prohibition Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. SPECIAL DRAWING RIGHTS EXCHANGE PROHIBITION. (a) In General.--The Secretary of the Treasury may not engage in any transaction involving the exchange of Special Drawing Rights issued by the International Monetary Fund that are held by the Russian Federation or Belarus. (b) Advocacy.--The Secretary of the Treasury shall-- (1) vigorously advocate that the governments of the member countries of the International Monetary Fund, to the extent that the member countries issue freely usable currencies, prohibit transactions involving the exchange of Special Drawing Rights held by the Russian Federation or Belarus and (2) direct the United States Executive Director at each international financial institution (as defined in section 1701(c)(2) of the International Financial Institutions Act) to use the voice and vote of the United States to oppose the provision of financial assistance to the Russian Federation and Belarus, except to address basic human needs of the civilian population. (c) Termination.--The preceding provisions of this section shall have no force or effect on the earlier of-- (1) the date that is 5 years after the date of the enactment of this Act; or (2) <<NOTE: President. Reports.>> 30 days after the date that the President reports to the Congress that the governments of the Russian Federation and Belarus have ceased destabilizing activities with respect to the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine. (d) <<NOTE: President. Reports.>> Waiver.--The President may waive the application of this section if the President reports to the Congress that the waiver [[Page 136 STAT. 2198]] is in the national interest of the United States and includes an explanation of the reasons therefor. Approved October 4, 2022. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--H.R. 6899: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- HOUSE REPORTS: No. 117-316 (Comm. on Financial Services). CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 168 (2022): May 10, 11, considered and passed House. Sept. 21, considered and passed Senate. <all>

[117th Congress Public Law 185] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. 6899]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Russia and Belarus SDR Exchange Prohibition Act of 2022. 22 USC 8902 note.>> SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Russia and Belarus SDR Exchange Prohibition Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. (a) In General.--The Secretary of the Treasury may not engage in any transaction involving the exchange of Special Drawing Rights issued by the International Monetary Fund that are held by the Russian Federation or Belarus. (b) Advocacy.--The Secretary of the Treasury shall-- (1) vigorously advocate that the governments of the member countries of the International Monetary Fund, to the extent that the member countries issue freely usable currencies, prohibit transactions involving the exchange of Special Drawing Rights held by the Russian Federation or Belarus and (2) direct the United States Executive Director at each international financial institution (as defined in section 1701(c)(2) of the International Financial Institutions Act) to use the voice and vote of the United States to oppose the provision of financial assistance to the Russian Federation and Belarus, except to address basic human needs of the civilian population. (c) Termination.--The preceding provisions of this section shall have no force or effect on the earlier of-- (1) the date that is 5 years after the date of the enactment of this Act; or (2) <<NOTE: President. Reports.>> 30 days after the date that the President reports to the Congress that the governments of the Russian Federation and Belarus have ceased destabilizing activities with respect to the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine. (d) <<NOTE: President. Reports.>> Waiver.--The President may waive the application of this section if the President reports to the Congress that the waiver [[Page 136 STAT. 2198]] is in the national interest of the United States and includes an explanation of the reasons therefor. Approved October 4, 2022. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--H.R. 6899: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- HOUSE REPORTS: No. 117-316 (Comm. on Financial Services). CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 168 (2022): May 10, 11, considered and passed House. Sept. 21, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 185] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. 2197]] Public Law 117-185 117th Congress An Act To prohibit the Secretary of the Treasury from engaging in transactions involving the exchange of Special Drawing Rights issued by the International Monetary Fund that are held by the Russian Federation or Belarus. <<NOTE: Oct. 4, 2022 - [H.R. 6899]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Russia and Belarus SDR Exchange Prohibition Act of 2022. 22 USC 8902 note.>> SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Russia and Belarus SDR Exchange Prohibition Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. SPECIAL DRAWING RIGHTS EXCHANGE PROHIBITION. (a) In General.--The Secretary of the Treasury may not engage in any transaction involving the exchange of Special Drawing Rights issued by the International Monetary Fund that are held by the Russian Federation or Belarus. (b) Advocacy.--The Secretary of the Treasury shall-- (1) vigorously advocate that the governments of the member countries of the International Monetary Fund, to the extent that the member countries issue freely usable currencies, prohibit transactions involving the exchange of Special Drawing Rights held by the Russian Federation or Belarus and (2) direct the United States Executive Director at each international financial institution (as defined in section 1701(c)(2) of the International Financial Institutions Act) to use the voice and vote of the United States to oppose the provision of financial assistance to the Russian Federation and Belarus, except to address basic human needs of the civilian population. (c) Termination.--The preceding provisions of this section shall have no force or effect on the earlier of-- (1) the date that is 5 years after the date of the enactment of this Act; or (2) <<NOTE: President. Reports.>> 30 days after the date that the President reports to the Congress that the governments of the Russian Federation and Belarus have ceased destabilizing activities with respect to the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine. (d) <<NOTE: President. Reports.>> Waiver.--The President may waive the application of this section if the President reports to the Congress that the waiver [[Page 136 STAT. 2198]] is in the national interest of the United States and includes an explanation of the reasons therefor. Approved October 4, 2022. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--H.R. 6899: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- HOUSE REPORTS: No. 117-316 (Comm. on Financial Services). CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 168 (2022): May 10, 11, considered and passed House. Sept. 21, considered and passed Senate. <all>

[117th Congress Public Law 185] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. 2197]] Public Law 117-185 117th Congress An Act To prohibit the Secretary of the Treasury from engaging in transactions involving the exchange of Special Drawing Rights issued by the International Monetary Fund that are held by the Russian Federation or Belarus. <<NOTE: Oct. 4, 2022 - [H.R. 6899]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Russia and Belarus SDR Exchange Prohibition Act of 2022. 22 USC 8902 note.>> SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Russia and Belarus SDR Exchange Prohibition Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. SPECIAL DRAWING RIGHTS EXCHANGE PROHIBITION. (a) In General.--The Secretary of the Treasury may not engage in any transaction involving the exchange of Special Drawing Rights issued by the International Monetary Fund that are held by the Russian Federation or Belarus. (b) Advocacy.--The Secretary of the Treasury shall-- (1) vigorously advocate that the governments of the member countries of the International Monetary Fund, to the extent that the member countries issue freely usable currencies, prohibit transactions involving the exchange of Special Drawing Rights held by the Russian Federation or Belarus and (2) direct the United States Executive Director at each international financial institution (as defined in section 1701(c)(2) of the International Financial Institutions Act) to use the voice and vote of the United States to oppose the provision of financial assistance to the Russian Federation and Belarus, except to address basic human needs of the civilian population. (c) Termination.--The preceding provisions of this section shall have no force or effect on the earlier of-- (1) the date that is 5 years after the date of the enactment of this Act; or (2) <<NOTE: President. Reports.>> 30 days after the date that the President reports to the Congress that the governments of the Russian Federation and Belarus have ceased destabilizing activities with respect to the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine. (d) <<NOTE: President. Reports.>> Waiver.--The President may waive the application of this section if the President reports to the Congress that the waiver [[Page 136 STAT. 2198]] is in the national interest of the United States and includes an explanation of the reasons therefor. Approved October 4, 2022. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--H.R. 6899: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- HOUSE REPORTS: No. 117-316 (Comm. on Financial Services). CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 168 (2022): May 10, 11, considered and passed House. Sept. 21, considered and passed Senate. <all>

[117th Congress Public Law 185] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. a) In General.--The Secretary of the Treasury may not engage in any transaction involving the exchange of Special Drawing Rights issued by the International Monetary Fund that are held by the Russian Federation or Belarus. c) Termination.--The preceding provisions of this section shall have no force or effect on the earlier of-- (1) the date that is 5 years after the date of the enactment of this Act; or (2) <<NOTE: President. 2198]] is in the national interest of the United States and includes an explanation of the reasons therefor. 168 (2022): May 10, 11, considered and passed House. Sept. 21, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 185] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. a) In General.--The Secretary of the Treasury may not engage in any transaction involving the exchange of Special Drawing Rights issued by the International Monetary Fund that are held by the Russian Federation or Belarus. ( 2198]] is in the national interest of the United States and includes an explanation of the reasons therefor. 168 (2022): May 10, 11, considered and passed House.

[117th Congress Public Law 185] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. a) In General.--The Secretary of the Treasury may not engage in any transaction involving the exchange of Special Drawing Rights issued by the International Monetary Fund that are held by the Russian Federation or Belarus. ( 2198]] is in the national interest of the United States and includes an explanation of the reasons therefor. 168 (2022): May 10, 11, considered and passed House.

[117th Congress Public Law 185] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. a) In General.--The Secretary of the Treasury may not engage in any transaction involving the exchange of Special Drawing Rights issued by the International Monetary Fund that are held by the Russian Federation or Belarus. c) Termination.--The preceding provisions of this section shall have no force or effect on the earlier of-- (1) the date that is 5 years after the date of the enactment of this Act; or (2) <<NOTE: President. 2198]] is in the national interest of the United States and includes an explanation of the reasons therefor. 168 (2022): May 10, 11, considered and passed House. Sept. 21, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 185] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. a) In General.--The Secretary of the Treasury may not engage in any transaction involving the exchange of Special Drawing Rights issued by the International Monetary Fund that are held by the Russian Federation or Belarus. ( 2198]] is in the national interest of the United States and includes an explanation of the reasons therefor. 168 (2022): May 10, 11, considered and passed House.

[117th Congress Public Law 185] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. a) In General.--The Secretary of the Treasury may not engage in any transaction involving the exchange of Special Drawing Rights issued by the International Monetary Fund that are held by the Russian Federation or Belarus. c) Termination.--The preceding provisions of this section shall have no force or effect on the earlier of-- (1) the date that is 5 years after the date of the enactment of this Act; or (2) <<NOTE: President. 2198]] is in the national interest of the United States and includes an explanation of the reasons therefor. 168 (2022): May 10, 11, considered and passed House. Sept. 21, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 185] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. a) In General.--The Secretary of the Treasury may not engage in any transaction involving the exchange of Special Drawing Rights issued by the International Monetary Fund that are held by the Russian Federation or Belarus. ( 2198]] is in the national interest of the United States and includes an explanation of the reasons therefor. 168 (2022): May 10, 11, considered and passed House.

[117th Congress Public Law 185] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. a) In General.--The Secretary of the Treasury may not engage in any transaction involving the exchange of Special Drawing Rights issued by the International Monetary Fund that are held by the Russian Federation or Belarus. c) Termination.--The preceding provisions of this section shall have no force or effect on the earlier of-- (1) the date that is 5 years after the date of the enactment of this Act; or (2) <<NOTE: President. 2198]] is in the national interest of the United States and includes an explanation of the reasons therefor. 168 (2022): May 10, 11, considered and passed House. Sept. 21, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 185] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. a) In General.--The Secretary of the Treasury may not engage in any transaction involving the exchange of Special Drawing Rights issued by the International Monetary Fund that are held by the Russian Federation or Belarus. ( 2198]] is in the national interest of the United States and includes an explanation of the reasons therefor. 168 (2022): May 10, 11, considered and passed House.

[117th Congress Public Law 185] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. a) In General.--The Secretary of the Treasury may not engage in any transaction involving the exchange of Special Drawing Rights issued by the International Monetary Fund that are held by the Russian Federation or Belarus. c) Termination.--The preceding provisions of this section shall have no force or effect on the earlier of-- (1) the date that is 5 years after the date of the enactment of this Act; or (2) <<NOTE: President. 2198]] is in the national interest of the United States and includes an explanation of the reasons therefor. 168 (2022): May 10, 11, considered and passed House. Sept. 21, considered and passed Senate.

H.R.6841

Transportation and Public Works

Minorities in Aviation Education Act of 2022 This bill establishes grants for increasing the exposure of students who are underrepresented in aviation to that industry. The Department of Transportation must award the grants to state and local governments or educational agencies.

To direct the Secretary of Transportation to establish a grant program to improve the preparation and representation of certain students in aviation-related fields, 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 ``Minorities in Aviation Education Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. BESSIE COLEMAN AVIATION EDUCATION PROGRAM. (a) In General.--The Secretary of Transportation shall establish the Bessie Coleman Aviation Education Program to provide grants to eligible entities to improve the preparation and representation of students, particularly women and minorities, in aviation-related fields. (b) Authorized Activities.--A grant awarded under this section may only be used for activities that increase exposure and access to aviation-related education and jobs through such means as-- (1) internships, apprenticeships, or scholarships that offer students experience in the aviation industry; (2) programs that introduce students to unmanned aircraft systems (as the term is defined in section 44801 of title 49, United States Code); (3) career exploration and educational programs that teach technical skills used in aviation maintenance, or to improve existing such programs; and (4) programs to increase the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minorities in postsecondary aviation degree programs. (c) Application and Review Procedures.-- (1) In general.--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, including a description of how grant funds will be used to increase exposure and access to aviation- related education and jobs. (2) Priority.--In reviewing and selecting applications for grants under this section, the Secretary shall give priority to applicants that propose to use grant funds to encourage the participation of women, minorities, and individuals in rural and urban areas in the aviation industry. (3) Partnership with other entities.--An eligible entity may enter into a partnership agreement with an institution of higher education, a nonprofit organization, or another entity, to carry out activities with a grant awarded under this section. (d) Grant Amount.--The maximum amount of a grant awarded under this section in a fiscal year shall be $500,000. (e) Definitions.--In this subsection, the following definitions apply: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a local educational agency; (B) a State educational agency; and (C) a State or local government. (2) Institution of higher education.--The term ``institution of higher education'' has the meaning given the term in section 101 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1001). (3) Local educational agency.--The term ``local educational agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801). (4) State educational agency.--The term ``State educational agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801). (f) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026. <all>

Minorities in Aviation Education Act of 2022

To direct the Secretary of Transportation to establish a grant program to improve the preparation and representation of certain students in aviation-related fields, and for other purposes.

Minorities in Aviation Education Act of 2022

Rep. Johnson, Henry C. "Hank," Jr.

D

GA

This bill establishes grants for increasing the exposure of students who are underrepresented in aviation to that industry. The Department of Transportation must award the grants to state and local governments or educational agencies.

To direct the Secretary of Transportation to establish a grant program to improve the preparation and representation of certain students in aviation-related fields, 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 ``Minorities in Aviation Education Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. BESSIE COLEMAN AVIATION EDUCATION PROGRAM. (a) In General.--The Secretary of Transportation shall establish the Bessie Coleman Aviation Education Program to provide grants to eligible entities to improve the preparation and representation of students, particularly women and minorities, in aviation-related fields. (b) Authorized Activities.--A grant awarded under this section may only be used for activities that increase exposure and access to aviation-related education and jobs through such means as-- (1) internships, apprenticeships, or scholarships that offer students experience in the aviation industry; (2) programs that introduce students to unmanned aircraft systems (as the term is defined in section 44801 of title 49, United States Code); (3) career exploration and educational programs that teach technical skills used in aviation maintenance, or to improve existing such programs; and (4) programs to increase the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minorities in postsecondary aviation degree programs. (c) Application and Review Procedures.-- (1) In general.--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, including a description of how grant funds will be used to increase exposure and access to aviation- related education and jobs. (2) Priority.--In reviewing and selecting applications for grants under this section, the Secretary shall give priority to applicants that propose to use grant funds to encourage the participation of women, minorities, and individuals in rural and urban areas in the aviation industry. (3) Partnership with other entities.--An eligible entity may enter into a partnership agreement with an institution of higher education, a nonprofit organization, or another entity, to carry out activities with a grant awarded under this section. (d) Grant Amount.--The maximum amount of a grant awarded under this section in a fiscal year shall be $500,000. (e) Definitions.--In this subsection, the following definitions apply: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a local educational agency; (B) a State educational agency; and (C) a State or local government. (2) Institution of higher education.--The term ``institution of higher education'' has the meaning given the term in section 101 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1001). (4) State educational agency.--The term ``State educational agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801). (f) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026.

To direct the Secretary of Transportation to establish a grant program to improve the preparation and representation of certain students in aviation-related fields, 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. 2. BESSIE COLEMAN AVIATION EDUCATION PROGRAM. (c) Application and Review Procedures.-- (1) In general.--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, including a description of how grant funds will be used to increase exposure and access to aviation- related education and jobs. (2) Priority.--In reviewing and selecting applications for grants under this section, the Secretary shall give priority to applicants that propose to use grant funds to encourage the participation of women, minorities, and individuals in rural and urban areas in the aviation industry. (3) Partnership with other entities.--An eligible entity may enter into a partnership agreement with an institution of higher education, a nonprofit organization, or another entity, to carry out activities with a grant awarded under this section. (d) Grant Amount.--The maximum amount of a grant awarded under this section in a fiscal year shall be $500,000. (e) Definitions.--In this subsection, the following definitions apply: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a local educational agency; (B) a State educational agency; and (C) a State or local government. 1001). (4) State educational agency.--The term ``State educational agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801). (f) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026.

To direct the Secretary of Transportation to establish a grant program to improve the preparation and representation of certain students in aviation-related fields, 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 ``Minorities in Aviation Education Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. BESSIE COLEMAN AVIATION EDUCATION PROGRAM. (a) In General.--The Secretary of Transportation shall establish the Bessie Coleman Aviation Education Program to provide grants to eligible entities to improve the preparation and representation of students, particularly women and minorities, in aviation-related fields. (b) Authorized Activities.--A grant awarded under this section may only be used for activities that increase exposure and access to aviation-related education and jobs through such means as-- (1) internships, apprenticeships, or scholarships that offer students experience in the aviation industry; (2) programs that introduce students to unmanned aircraft systems (as the term is defined in section 44801 of title 49, United States Code); (3) career exploration and educational programs that teach technical skills used in aviation maintenance, or to improve existing such programs; and (4) programs to increase the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minorities in postsecondary aviation degree programs. (c) Application and Review Procedures.-- (1) In general.--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, including a description of how grant funds will be used to increase exposure and access to aviation- related education and jobs. (2) Priority.--In reviewing and selecting applications for grants under this section, the Secretary shall give priority to applicants that propose to use grant funds to encourage the participation of women, minorities, and individuals in rural and urban areas in the aviation industry. (3) Partnership with other entities.--An eligible entity may enter into a partnership agreement with an institution of higher education, a nonprofit organization, or another entity, to carry out activities with a grant awarded under this section. (d) Grant Amount.--The maximum amount of a grant awarded under this section in a fiscal year shall be $500,000. (e) Definitions.--In this subsection, the following definitions apply: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a local educational agency; (B) a State educational agency; and (C) a State or local government. (2) Institution of higher education.--The term ``institution of higher education'' has the meaning given the term in section 101 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1001). (3) Local educational agency.--The term ``local educational agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801). (4) State educational agency.--The term ``State educational agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801). (f) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026. <all>

To direct the Secretary of Transportation to establish a grant program to improve the preparation and representation of certain students in aviation-related fields, 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 ``Minorities in Aviation Education Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. BESSIE COLEMAN AVIATION EDUCATION PROGRAM. (a) In General.--The Secretary of Transportation shall establish the Bessie Coleman Aviation Education Program to provide grants to eligible entities to improve the preparation and representation of students, particularly women and minorities, in aviation-related fields. (b) Authorized Activities.--A grant awarded under this section may only be used for activities that increase exposure and access to aviation-related education and jobs through such means as-- (1) internships, apprenticeships, or scholarships that offer students experience in the aviation industry; (2) programs that introduce students to unmanned aircraft systems (as the term is defined in section 44801 of title 49, United States Code); (3) career exploration and educational programs that teach technical skills used in aviation maintenance, or to improve existing such programs; and (4) programs to increase the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minorities in postsecondary aviation degree programs. (c) Application and Review Procedures.-- (1) In general.--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, including a description of how grant funds will be used to increase exposure and access to aviation- related education and jobs. (2) Priority.--In reviewing and selecting applications for grants under this section, the Secretary shall give priority to applicants that propose to use grant funds to encourage the participation of women, minorities, and individuals in rural and urban areas in the aviation industry. (3) Partnership with other entities.--An eligible entity may enter into a partnership agreement with an institution of higher education, a nonprofit organization, or another entity, to carry out activities with a grant awarded under this section. (d) Grant Amount.--The maximum amount of a grant awarded under this section in a fiscal year shall be $500,000. (e) Definitions.--In this subsection, the following definitions apply: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a local educational agency; (B) a State educational agency; and (C) a State or local government. (2) Institution of higher education.--The term ``institution of higher education'' has the meaning given the term in section 101 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1001). (3) Local educational agency.--The term ``local educational agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801). (4) State educational agency.--The term ``State educational agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801). (f) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026. <all>

To direct the Secretary of Transportation to establish a grant program to improve the preparation and representation of certain students in aviation-related fields, 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. (c) Application and Review Procedures.-- (1) In general.--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, including a description of how grant funds will be used to increase exposure and access to aviation- related education and jobs. ( 2) Institution of higher education.--The term ``institution of higher education'' has the meaning given the term in section 101 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1001). (3) Local educational agency.--The term ``local educational agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801). ( 4) State educational agency.--The term ``State educational agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801). (

To direct the Secretary of Transportation to establish a grant program to improve the preparation and representation of certain students in aviation-related fields, and for other purposes. 2) Priority.--In reviewing and selecting applications for grants under this section, the Secretary shall give priority to applicants that propose to use grant funds to encourage the participation of women, minorities, and individuals in rural and urban areas in the aviation industry. ( (e) Definitions.--In this subsection, the following definitions apply: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a local educational agency; (B) a State educational agency; and (C) a State or local government. ( 4) State educational agency.--The term ``State educational agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801). (

To direct the Secretary of Transportation to establish a grant program to improve the preparation and representation of certain students in aviation-related fields, and for other purposes. 2) Priority.--In reviewing and selecting applications for grants under this section, the Secretary shall give priority to applicants that propose to use grant funds to encourage the participation of women, minorities, and individuals in rural and urban areas in the aviation industry. ( (e) Definitions.--In this subsection, the following definitions apply: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a local educational agency; (B) a State educational agency; and (C) a State or local government. ( 4) State educational agency.--The term ``State educational agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801). (

To direct the Secretary of Transportation to establish a grant program to improve the preparation and representation of certain students in aviation-related fields, 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. (c) Application and Review Procedures.-- (1) In general.--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, including a description of how grant funds will be used to increase exposure and access to aviation- related education and jobs. ( 2) Institution of higher education.--The term ``institution of higher education'' has the meaning given the term in section 101 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1001). (3) Local educational agency.--The term ``local educational agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801). ( 4) State educational agency.--The term ``State educational agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801). (

To direct the Secretary of Transportation to establish a grant program to improve the preparation and representation of certain students in aviation-related fields, and for other purposes. 2) Priority.--In reviewing and selecting applications for grants under this section, the Secretary shall give priority to applicants that propose to use grant funds to encourage the participation of women, minorities, and individuals in rural and urban areas in the aviation industry. ( (e) Definitions.--In this subsection, the following definitions apply: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a local educational agency; (B) a State educational agency; and (C) a State or local government. ( 4) State educational agency.--The term ``State educational agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801). (

To direct the Secretary of Transportation to establish a grant program to improve the preparation and representation of certain students in aviation-related fields, 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. (c) Application and Review Procedures.-- (1) In general.--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, including a description of how grant funds will be used to increase exposure and access to aviation- related education and jobs. ( 2) Institution of higher education.--The term ``institution of higher education'' has the meaning given the term in section 101 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1001). (3) Local educational agency.--The term ``local educational agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801). ( 4) State educational agency.--The term ``State educational agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801). (

To direct the Secretary of Transportation to establish a grant program to improve the preparation and representation of certain students in aviation-related fields, and for other purposes. 2) Priority.--In reviewing and selecting applications for grants under this section, the Secretary shall give priority to applicants that propose to use grant funds to encourage the participation of women, minorities, and individuals in rural and urban areas in the aviation industry. ( (e) Definitions.--In this subsection, the following definitions apply: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a local educational agency; (B) a State educational agency; and (C) a State or local government. ( 4) State educational agency.--The term ``State educational agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801). (

To direct the Secretary of Transportation to establish a grant program to improve the preparation and representation of certain students in aviation-related fields, 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. (c) Application and Review Procedures.-- (1) In general.--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, including a description of how grant funds will be used to increase exposure and access to aviation- related education and jobs. ( 2) Institution of higher education.--The term ``institution of higher education'' has the meaning given the term in section 101 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1001). (3) Local educational agency.--The term ``local educational agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801). ( 4) State educational agency.--The term ``State educational agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801). (

To direct the Secretary of Transportation to establish a grant program to improve the preparation and representation of certain students in aviation-related fields, and for other purposes. 2) Priority.--In reviewing and selecting applications for grants under this section, the Secretary shall give priority to applicants that propose to use grant funds to encourage the participation of women, minorities, and individuals in rural and urban areas in the aviation industry. ( (e) Definitions.--In this subsection, the following definitions apply: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a local educational agency; (B) a State educational agency; and (C) a State or local government. ( 4) State educational agency.--The term ``State educational agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801). (

To direct the Secretary of Transportation to establish a grant program to improve the preparation and representation of certain students in aviation-related fields, 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. (c) Application and Review Procedures.-- (1) In general.--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, including a description of how grant funds will be used to increase exposure and access to aviation- related education and jobs. ( 2) Institution of higher education.--The term ``institution of higher education'' has the meaning given the term in section 101 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1001). (3) Local educational agency.--The term ``local educational agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801). ( 4) State educational agency.--The term ``State educational agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801). (

H.R.1506

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Transparency in Energy Production Act of 2021 This bill requires certain disclosures by entities seeking a lease or holding a lease to develop renewable energy operations or fossil fuel operations on public lands or Indian lands or any operation using any right-of-way or special use permit that would cross public lands, Indian lands, or national forests that would facilitate fossil fuel development. The disclosures are those described in the Sustainability Accounting Standard for the Renewable Resources and Alternative Energy Sector or the Extractives and Mineral Processing Sector. Every two years, the Department of the Interior and the Department of Agriculture must report to Congress on such operations, including greenhouse gas emissions, air quality, water management, biodiversity impacts, production, and the number of sites. For renewable energy operations on public lands or Indian lands, the report must include greenhouse gas emissions that would result from the production of the same amount of energy using fossil fuels.

To provide for the accurate reporting of fossil fuel extraction and emissions by entities with leases on public land, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Transparency in Energy Production Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS. (a) Report Required for an Entity Seeking a Lease.--The Secretary concerned shall require any entity seeking a lease to develop covered operations on public land or Indian land to submit to the Secretary concerned a report, at the time of submission of a bid to develop covered operations. Such report shall-- (1) make the disclosures described in the Sustainable Accounting Standard for the Extractives and Minerals Processing Sector and the Renewable Resources and Alternative Energy Sector in effect on the date the report is filed (that is produced by the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board) for the covered operations developed by the entity and in effect at the date of such bid; and (2) disaggregate the information in paragraph (1) by State and by type of covered operation. (b) Report Required for an Entity Holding a Lease.--The Secretary concerned shall require any entity holding a lease to develop covered operations on public land or Indian land to submit to the Secretary concerned a report annually. Such report shall-- (1) make the disclosures described in the Sustainable Accounting Standard for the Extractives and Minerals Processing Sector and the Renewable Resources and Alternative Energy Sector in effect on the date the report is filed (that is produced by the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board); and (2) disaggregate the information in paragraph (1) by State and by type of covered operation. (c) Failure To Comply.--If the Secretary concerned determines that an entity did not meet the requirements of subsection (a), the Secretary concerned-- (1) may not issue to such entity a lease for a covered operation; and (2) may suspend a lease for a covered operation held by such entity. SEC. 3. ONLINE PUBLICATION OF DISCLOSURE. The Secretary concerned shall make the information reported under section 2 available to the public on an internet website in a machine readable format. SEC. 4. REPORT TO CONGRESS. Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act and every 2 years thereafter, the Secretary concerned shall submit a report to Congress that includes-- (1) with respect to covered operations, the annual and 2- year totals of greenhouse gas emissions, air quality, water management, biodiversity impacts, production, and number of sites according to the metrics described in the Sustainable Accounting Standard for Oil and Gas Exploration and Production in effect on the date the report is filed (that is produced by the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board) for covered operations on public land or Indian land; and (2) the changes in the information in paragraph (1); (3) the projected future changes for 5, 10, and 25 years; (4) for renewable energy operations, an estimate of the greenhouse gas emissions that would result from production of the same amount of energy using fossil fuels and water management, including water use, biodiversity impacts, production, number of sites, and acres including associated transmission lines; (5) the emission produced during the construction of solar panels and wind turbines that would be used for renewable energy operations; (6) a determination as to whether the materials or labor for the construction of solar panels and wind turbines used for renewable energy operations would be sourced from the Xinjiang Autonomous Region in China; (7) the environmental impacts of the decommissioning and disposal of renewable energy products and electronic waste, including batteries, solar panels, and products that have exceeded their life cycle; (8) with respect to lands on which covered operations occur, the annual and 2-year totals of greenhouse gas emissions, air quality, water management, and biodiversity impacts of catastrophic wildfires, the number of acres identified as being at high or very high risk of wildfire, and the number of acres in need of treatment or fuels reduction activities; and (9) an assessment of the environmental and human rights impacts in the production of renewable energy products for the lifecycle of such products, including such impacts from source materials for and the disposal of such products. SEC. 5. DEFINITIONS. In this Act-- (1) the term ``covered operation'' means-- (A) any renewable energy operations; (B) any fossil fuel operation; and (C) any operation using any right-of-way or special use permit that would cross public lands, Indian lands, or national forests that would facilitate fossil fuel development; (2) the term ``fossil fuel'' means oil, natural gas, natural gas liquids, coal, and any derivative of these that is used for fuel; (3) the term ``Indian land'' has the meaning given such term in section 2601(2) of the Energy Policy Act of 1992 (25 U.S.C. 3501(2)); (4) the term ``public land'' means any land, interest in land, or submerged land owned by the United States; (5) the term ``renewable energy'' means a project carried out on public land or Indian land that uses wind, solar, geothermal, wave, current, tidal, or ocean thermal energy to generate electricity; and (6) the term ``Secretary concerned'' means-- (A) the Secretary of the Interior, with respect to public lands and Indian lands; and (B) the Secretary of Agriculture, with respect to National Forest System land. SEC. 6. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Act shall take effect 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act. Union Calendar No. 454 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 1506 [Report No. 117-631, Part I] _______________________________________________________________________

Transparency in Energy Production Act of 2021

To provide for the accurate reporting of fossil fuel extraction and emissions by entities with leases on public land, and for other purposes.

Transparency in Energy Production Act of 2021 Transparency in Energy Production Act of 2021

Rep. Lowenthal, Alan S.

D

CA

This bill requires certain disclosures by entities seeking a lease or holding a lease to develop renewable energy operations or fossil fuel operations on public lands or Indian lands or any operation using any right-of-way or special use permit that would cross public lands, Indian lands, or national forests that would facilitate fossil fuel development. The disclosures are those described in the Sustainability Accounting Standard for the Renewable Resources and Alternative Energy Sector or the Extractives and Mineral Processing Sector. Every two years, the Department of the Interior and the Department of Agriculture must report to Congress on such operations, including greenhouse gas emissions, air quality, water management, biodiversity impacts, production, and the number of sites. For renewable energy operations on public lands or Indian lands, the report must include greenhouse gas emissions that would result from the production of the same amount of energy using fossil fuels.

This Act may be cited as the ``Transparency in Energy Production Act of 2021''. 2. (b) Report Required for an Entity Holding a Lease.--The Secretary concerned shall require any entity holding a lease to develop covered operations on public land or Indian land to submit to the Secretary concerned a report annually. Such report shall-- (1) make the disclosures described in the Sustainable Accounting Standard for the Extractives and Minerals Processing Sector and the Renewable Resources and Alternative Energy Sector in effect on the date the report is filed (that is produced by the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board); and (2) disaggregate the information in paragraph (1) by State and by type of covered operation. 3. 4. REPORT TO CONGRESS. 5. In this Act-- (1) the term ``covered operation'' means-- (A) any renewable energy operations; (B) any fossil fuel operation; and (C) any operation using any right-of-way or special use permit that would cross public lands, Indian lands, or national forests that would facilitate fossil fuel development; (2) the term ``fossil fuel'' means oil, natural gas, natural gas liquids, coal, and any derivative of these that is used for fuel; (3) the term ``Indian land'' has the meaning given such term in section 2601(2) of the Energy Policy Act of 1992 (25 U.S.C. SEC. 6. EFFECTIVE DATE.

This Act may be cited as the ``Transparency in Energy Production Act of 2021''. 2. (b) Report Required for an Entity Holding a Lease.--The Secretary concerned shall require any entity holding a lease to develop covered operations on public land or Indian land to submit to the Secretary concerned a report annually. Such report shall-- (1) make the disclosures described in the Sustainable Accounting Standard for the Extractives and Minerals Processing Sector and the Renewable Resources and Alternative Energy Sector in effect on the date the report is filed (that is produced by the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board); and (2) disaggregate the information in paragraph (1) by State and by type of covered operation. 3. 4. REPORT TO CONGRESS. 5. In this Act-- (1) the term ``covered operation'' means-- (A) any renewable energy operations; (B) any fossil fuel operation; and (C) any operation using any right-of-way or special use permit that would cross public lands, Indian lands, or national forests that would facilitate fossil fuel development; (2) the term ``fossil fuel'' means oil, natural gas, natural gas liquids, coal, and any derivative of these that is used for fuel; (3) the term ``Indian land'' has the meaning given such term in section 2601(2) of the Energy Policy Act of 1992 (25 U.S.C. SEC. 6. EFFECTIVE DATE.

To provide for the accurate reporting of fossil fuel extraction and emissions by entities with leases on public land, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Transparency in Energy Production Act of 2021''. 2. DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS. (b) Report Required for an Entity Holding a Lease.--The Secretary concerned shall require any entity holding a lease to develop covered operations on public land or Indian land to submit to the Secretary concerned a report annually. Such report shall-- (1) make the disclosures described in the Sustainable Accounting Standard for the Extractives and Minerals Processing Sector and the Renewable Resources and Alternative Energy Sector in effect on the date the report is filed (that is produced by the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board); and (2) disaggregate the information in paragraph (1) by State and by type of covered operation. 3. ONLINE PUBLICATION OF DISCLOSURE. The Secretary concerned shall make the information reported under section 2 available to the public on an internet website in a machine readable format. 4. REPORT TO CONGRESS. Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act and every 2 years thereafter, the Secretary concerned shall submit a report to Congress that includes-- (1) with respect to covered operations, the annual and 2- year totals of greenhouse gas emissions, air quality, water management, biodiversity impacts, production, and number of sites according to the metrics described in the Sustainable Accounting Standard for Oil and Gas Exploration and Production in effect on the date the report is filed (that is produced by the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board) for covered operations on public land or Indian land; and (2) the changes in the information in paragraph (1); (3) the projected future changes for 5, 10, and 25 years; (4) for renewable energy operations, an estimate of the greenhouse gas emissions that would result from production of the same amount of energy using fossil fuels and water management, including water use, biodiversity impacts, production, number of sites, and acres including associated transmission lines; (5) the emission produced during the construction of solar panels and wind turbines that would be used for renewable energy operations; (6) a determination as to whether the materials or labor for the construction of solar panels and wind turbines used for renewable energy operations would be sourced from the Xinjiang Autonomous Region in China; (7) the environmental impacts of the decommissioning and disposal of renewable energy products and electronic waste, including batteries, solar panels, and products that have exceeded their life cycle; (8) with respect to lands on which covered operations occur, the annual and 2-year totals of greenhouse gas emissions, air quality, water management, and biodiversity impacts of catastrophic wildfires, the number of acres identified as being at high or very high risk of wildfire, and the number of acres in need of treatment or fuels reduction activities; and (9) an assessment of the environmental and human rights impacts in the production of renewable energy products for the lifecycle of such products, including such impacts from source materials for and the disposal of such products. 5. DEFINITIONS. In this Act-- (1) the term ``covered operation'' means-- (A) any renewable energy operations; (B) any fossil fuel operation; and (C) any operation using any right-of-way or special use permit that would cross public lands, Indian lands, or national forests that would facilitate fossil fuel development; (2) the term ``fossil fuel'' means oil, natural gas, natural gas liquids, coal, and any derivative of these that is used for fuel; (3) the term ``Indian land'' has the meaning given such term in section 2601(2) of the Energy Policy Act of 1992 (25 U.S.C. SEC. 6. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Act shall take effect 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act. Union Calendar No. 454 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 1506 [Report No. 117-631, Part I] _______________________________________________________________________

To provide for the accurate reporting of fossil fuel extraction and emissions by entities with leases on public land, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Transparency in Energy Production Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS. (a) Report Required for an Entity Seeking a Lease.--The Secretary concerned shall require any entity seeking a lease to develop covered operations on public land or Indian land to submit to the Secretary concerned a report, at the time of submission of a bid to develop covered operations. Such report shall-- (1) make the disclosures described in the Sustainable Accounting Standard for the Extractives and Minerals Processing Sector and the Renewable Resources and Alternative Energy Sector in effect on the date the report is filed (that is produced by the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board) for the covered operations developed by the entity and in effect at the date of such bid; and (2) disaggregate the information in paragraph (1) by State and by type of covered operation. (b) Report Required for an Entity Holding a Lease.--The Secretary concerned shall require any entity holding a lease to develop covered operations on public land or Indian land to submit to the Secretary concerned a report annually. Such report shall-- (1) make the disclosures described in the Sustainable Accounting Standard for the Extractives and Minerals Processing Sector and the Renewable Resources and Alternative Energy Sector in effect on the date the report is filed (that is produced by the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board); and (2) disaggregate the information in paragraph (1) by State and by type of covered operation. (c) Failure To Comply.--If the Secretary concerned determines that an entity did not meet the requirements of subsection (a), the Secretary concerned-- (1) may not issue to such entity a lease for a covered operation; and (2) may suspend a lease for a covered operation held by such entity. SEC. 3. ONLINE PUBLICATION OF DISCLOSURE. The Secretary concerned shall make the information reported under section 2 available to the public on an internet website in a machine readable format. SEC. 4. REPORT TO CONGRESS. Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act and every 2 years thereafter, the Secretary concerned shall submit a report to Congress that includes-- (1) with respect to covered operations, the annual and 2- year totals of greenhouse gas emissions, air quality, water management, biodiversity impacts, production, and number of sites according to the metrics described in the Sustainable Accounting Standard for Oil and Gas Exploration and Production in effect on the date the report is filed (that is produced by the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board) for covered operations on public land or Indian land; and (2) the changes in the information in paragraph (1); (3) the projected future changes for 5, 10, and 25 years; (4) for renewable energy operations, an estimate of the greenhouse gas emissions that would result from production of the same amount of energy using fossil fuels and water management, including water use, biodiversity impacts, production, number of sites, and acres including associated transmission lines; (5) the emission produced during the construction of solar panels and wind turbines that would be used for renewable energy operations; (6) a determination as to whether the materials or labor for the construction of solar panels and wind turbines used for renewable energy operations would be sourced from the Xinjiang Autonomous Region in China; (7) the environmental impacts of the decommissioning and disposal of renewable energy products and electronic waste, including batteries, solar panels, and products that have exceeded their life cycle; (8) with respect to lands on which covered operations occur, the annual and 2-year totals of greenhouse gas emissions, air quality, water management, and biodiversity impacts of catastrophic wildfires, the number of acres identified as being at high or very high risk of wildfire, and the number of acres in need of treatment or fuels reduction activities; and (9) an assessment of the environmental and human rights impacts in the production of renewable energy products for the lifecycle of such products, including such impacts from source materials for and the disposal of such products. SEC. 5. DEFINITIONS. In this Act-- (1) the term ``covered operation'' means-- (A) any renewable energy operations; (B) any fossil fuel operation; and (C) any operation using any right-of-way or special use permit that would cross public lands, Indian lands, or national forests that would facilitate fossil fuel development; (2) the term ``fossil fuel'' means oil, natural gas, natural gas liquids, coal, and any derivative of these that is used for fuel; (3) the term ``Indian land'' has the meaning given such term in section 2601(2) of the Energy Policy Act of 1992 (25 U.S.C. 3501(2)); (4) the term ``public land'' means any land, interest in land, or submerged land owned by the United States; (5) the term ``renewable energy'' means a project carried out on public land or Indian land that uses wind, solar, geothermal, wave, current, tidal, or ocean thermal energy to generate electricity; and (6) the term ``Secretary concerned'' means-- (A) the Secretary of the Interior, with respect to public lands and Indian lands; and (B) the Secretary of Agriculture, with respect to National Forest System land. SEC. 6. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Act shall take effect 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act. Union Calendar No. 454 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 1506 [Report No. 117-631, Part I] _______________________________________________________________________

To provide for the accurate reporting of fossil fuel extraction and emissions by entities with leases on public land, and for other purposes. a) Report Required for an Entity Seeking a Lease.--The Secretary concerned shall require any entity seeking a lease to develop covered operations on public land or Indian land to submit to the Secretary concerned a report, at the time of submission of a bid to develop covered operations. Such report shall-- (1) make the disclosures described in the Sustainable Accounting Standard for the Extractives and Minerals Processing Sector and the Renewable Resources and Alternative Energy Sector in effect on the date the report is filed (that is produced by the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board); and (2) disaggregate the information in paragraph (1) by State and by type of covered operation. ( The Secretary concerned shall make the information reported under section 2 available to the public on an internet website in a machine readable format. This Act shall take effect 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act. 117-631, Part I] _______________________________________________________________________

To provide for the accurate reporting of fossil fuel extraction and emissions by entities with leases on public land, and for other purposes. Such report shall-- (1) make the disclosures described in the Sustainable Accounting Standard for the Extractives and Minerals Processing Sector and the Renewable Resources and Alternative Energy Sector in effect on the date the report is filed (that is produced by the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board) for the covered operations developed by the entity and in effect at the date of such bid; and (2) disaggregate the information in paragraph (1) by State and by type of covered operation. ( b) Report Required for an Entity Holding a Lease.--The Secretary concerned shall require any entity holding a lease to develop covered operations on public land or Indian land to submit to the Secretary concerned a report annually. This Act shall take effect 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act. 117-631, Part I] _______________________________________________________________________

To provide for the accurate reporting of fossil fuel extraction and emissions by entities with leases on public land, and for other purposes. Such report shall-- (1) make the disclosures described in the Sustainable Accounting Standard for the Extractives and Minerals Processing Sector and the Renewable Resources and Alternative Energy Sector in effect on the date the report is filed (that is produced by the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board) for the covered operations developed by the entity and in effect at the date of such bid; and (2) disaggregate the information in paragraph (1) by State and by type of covered operation. ( b) Report Required for an Entity Holding a Lease.--The Secretary concerned shall require any entity holding a lease to develop covered operations on public land or Indian land to submit to the Secretary concerned a report annually. This Act shall take effect 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act. 117-631, Part I] _______________________________________________________________________

To provide for the accurate reporting of fossil fuel extraction and emissions by entities with leases on public land, and for other purposes. a) Report Required for an Entity Seeking a Lease.--The Secretary concerned shall require any entity seeking a lease to develop covered operations on public land or Indian land to submit to the Secretary concerned a report, at the time of submission of a bid to develop covered operations. Such report shall-- (1) make the disclosures described in the Sustainable Accounting Standard for the Extractives and Minerals Processing Sector and the Renewable Resources and Alternative Energy Sector in effect on the date the report is filed (that is produced by the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board); and (2) disaggregate the information in paragraph (1) by State and by type of covered operation. ( The Secretary concerned shall make the information reported under section 2 available to the public on an internet website in a machine readable format. This Act shall take effect 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act. 117-631, Part I] _______________________________________________________________________

To provide for the accurate reporting of fossil fuel extraction and emissions by entities with leases on public land, and for other purposes. Such report shall-- (1) make the disclosures described in the Sustainable Accounting Standard for the Extractives and Minerals Processing Sector and the Renewable Resources and Alternative Energy Sector in effect on the date the report is filed (that is produced by the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board) for the covered operations developed by the entity and in effect at the date of such bid; and (2) disaggregate the information in paragraph (1) by State and by type of covered operation. ( b) Report Required for an Entity Holding a Lease.--The Secretary concerned shall require any entity holding a lease to develop covered operations on public land or Indian land to submit to the Secretary concerned a report annually. This Act shall take effect 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act. 117-631, Part I] _______________________________________________________________________

To provide for the accurate reporting of fossil fuel extraction and emissions by entities with leases on public land, and for other purposes. a) Report Required for an Entity Seeking a Lease.--The Secretary concerned shall require any entity seeking a lease to develop covered operations on public land or Indian land to submit to the Secretary concerned a report, at the time of submission of a bid to develop covered operations. Such report shall-- (1) make the disclosures described in the Sustainable Accounting Standard for the Extractives and Minerals Processing Sector and the Renewable Resources and Alternative Energy Sector in effect on the date the report is filed (that is produced by the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board); and (2) disaggregate the information in paragraph (1) by State and by type of covered operation. ( The Secretary concerned shall make the information reported under section 2 available to the public on an internet website in a machine readable format. This Act shall take effect 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act. 117-631, Part I] _______________________________________________________________________

To provide for the accurate reporting of fossil fuel extraction and emissions by entities with leases on public land, and for other purposes. Such report shall-- (1) make the disclosures described in the Sustainable Accounting Standard for the Extractives and Minerals Processing Sector and the Renewable Resources and Alternative Energy Sector in effect on the date the report is filed (that is produced by the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board) for the covered operations developed by the entity and in effect at the date of such bid; and (2) disaggregate the information in paragraph (1) by State and by type of covered operation. ( b) Report Required for an Entity Holding a Lease.--The Secretary concerned shall require any entity holding a lease to develop covered operations on public land or Indian land to submit to the Secretary concerned a report annually. This Act shall take effect 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act. 117-631, Part I] _______________________________________________________________________

To provide for the accurate reporting of fossil fuel extraction and emissions by entities with leases on public land, and for other purposes. a) Report Required for an Entity Seeking a Lease.--The Secretary concerned shall require any entity seeking a lease to develop covered operations on public land or Indian land to submit to the Secretary concerned a report, at the time of submission of a bid to develop covered operations. Such report shall-- (1) make the disclosures described in the Sustainable Accounting Standard for the Extractives and Minerals Processing Sector and the Renewable Resources and Alternative Energy Sector in effect on the date the report is filed (that is produced by the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board); and (2) disaggregate the information in paragraph (1) by State and by type of covered operation. ( The Secretary concerned shall make the information reported under section 2 available to the public on an internet website in a machine readable format. This Act shall take effect 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act. 117-631, Part I] _______________________________________________________________________

To provide for the accurate reporting of fossil fuel extraction and emissions by entities with leases on public land, and for other purposes. Such report shall-- (1) make the disclosures described in the Sustainable Accounting Standard for the Extractives and Minerals Processing Sector and the Renewable Resources and Alternative Energy Sector in effect on the date the report is filed (that is produced by the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board) for the covered operations developed by the entity and in effect at the date of such bid; and (2) disaggregate the information in paragraph (1) by State and by type of covered operation. ( b) Report Required for an Entity Holding a Lease.--The Secretary concerned shall require any entity holding a lease to develop covered operations on public land or Indian land to submit to the Secretary concerned a report annually. This Act shall take effect 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act. 117-631, Part I] _______________________________________________________________________

To provide for the accurate reporting of fossil fuel extraction and emissions by entities with leases on public land, and for other purposes. a) Report Required for an Entity Seeking a Lease.--The Secretary concerned shall require any entity seeking a lease to develop covered operations on public land or Indian land to submit to the Secretary concerned a report, at the time of submission of a bid to develop covered operations. Such report shall-- (1) make the disclosures described in the Sustainable Accounting Standard for the Extractives and Minerals Processing Sector and the Renewable Resources and Alternative Energy Sector in effect on the date the report is filed (that is produced by the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board); and (2) disaggregate the information in paragraph (1) by State and by type of covered operation. ( The Secretary concerned shall make the information reported under section 2 available to the public on an internet website in a machine readable format. This Act shall take effect 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act. 117-631, Part I] _______________________________________________________________________

H.R.1983

Environmental Protection

Monarch Action, Recovery, and Conservation of Habitat Act of 2021 or the MONARCH Act of 2021 This bill provides support for the conservation of western monarch butterflies (the monarch butterfly population that overwinters along the coast of California and breeds across California, Arizona, Nevada, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Utah). Specifically, the bill establishes the Western Monarch Butterfly Rescue Fund. The Department of the Interior must use amounts in the fund to provide grants for the conservation of such butterflies. In addition, Interior must enter into an agreement with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation to facilitate the implementation of the Western Monarch Butterfly Conservation Plan, which was prepared by the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies.

To encourage and facilitate efforts by States and other stakeholders to conserve and sustain the western population of monarch butterflies, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Monarch Action, Recovery, and Conservation of Habitat Act of 2021'' or the ``MONARCH Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds that-- (1) the population of western monarch butterflies is at imminent risk of extinction; (2) over the past 3 decades, the population of western monarch butterflies has declined by more than 99 percent due to prolonged drought, loss of milkweed and native pollinator habitat, loss of breeding and overwintering habitat, and climate change; (3) in 2020, the population of western monarch butterflies reached a new historic low of 1,914 butterflies, falling below the predicted extinction threshold for the third year in a row; (4) the extinction of the population of migratory western monarch butterflies is now likely to occur within the next 2 decades if urgent action is not taken; (5) actively restoring native milkweed and nectar plants, monarch overwintering habitat, and other pollinator habitat, and ensuring that key habitats are protected from destruction, are critical to ensuring the survival of western monarch butterflies and can also help facilitate conservation of other essential pollinators; and (6) enhancing pollinator populations can result in improved pollination services for neighboring land, including agriculture and wildlife ecosystems. SEC. 3. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Conservation.--The term ``conservation'' means the use of each method or procedure necessary to protect habitats of western monarch butterflies, including-- (A) the protection, restoration, and management of overwintering, breeding, and migratory habitats; (B) assistance in the development and implementation of national, regional, State, and local conservation and management plans; and (C) community outreach and education. (2) Fund.--The term ``Fund'' means the Western Monarch Butterfly Rescue Fund established by section 5(a). (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior. (4) Western monarch butterfly.--The term ``western monarch butterfly'' means the monarch butterfly population that overwinters along the coast of the State of California and breeds across the States of California, Arizona, Nevada, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Utah. SEC. 4. WESTERN MONARCH BUTTERFLY CONSERVATION GRANT PROGRAM. (a) In General.--Subject to the availability of funds and in consultation with other relevant Federal agencies, the Secretary shall use amounts in the Fund to provide grants for projects for the conservation of western monarch butterflies for which project proposals are approved by the Secretary in accordance with this section. (b) Project Proposals.-- (1) Eligible entities.--An entity that is eligible to receive a grant for a project under this section is-- (A) a relevant local or Tribal government agency, research institution, or nonprofit organization with expertise required for the conservation of western monarch butterflies; and (B) any other entity, as determined appropriate by the Secretary, with the expertise required for the conservation of western monarch butterflies. (2) Federal partnership opportunities.--A State or Federal agency-- (A) may not be a lead entity or receive a grant for a project under this section; but (B) may be included as a partner or collaborator on a project that receives a grant under this section. (3) Required elements.--A proposal for a project under this section shall include-- (A) a statement of the purposes of the project; (B) the name of the entity with overall responsibility for the project; (C) a description of-- (i) the qualifications of the entity that will conduct the project; (ii) methods for project implementation and outcome assessment; and (iii) anticipated outcomes; (D) assurances that the project will be implemented in consultation with relevant wildlife management authorities, Indian Tribes, and other appropriate local government, State government, and Federal Government agencies; (E) assurances that the conservation efforts outlined in the proposal do not conflict with food safety measures or practices; (F) information that demonstrates the clear potential of the project to contribute to the conservation and recovery of western monarch butterflies; and (G) such other information as the Secretary may require. (c) Project Review and Approval.--The Secretary shall annually-- (1) solicit project proposals for funding under this section; and (2) review each proposal described in paragraph (1) on a timeline that recognizes the urgency of the declining number of western monarch butterflies to determine whether the proposal meets the criteria specified in subsection (d). (d) Criteria for Approval.--The Secretary may approve a project proposal under this section if the proposal demonstrates a likelihood that the project will contribute to the conservation of western monarch butterfly populations in the wild. (e) Technical Assistance.--The Secretary shall provide technical assistance for a project that receives a grant under this section. (f) Project Reporting.-- (1) In general.--Each entity that receives a grant for a project under this section shall submit to the Secretary, at such intervals as the Secretary may require, reports that include any information that the Secretary determines is necessary to evaluate the progress and success of the project for the purposes of ensuring positive results, assessing problems, and fostering improvements. (2) Availability to state legislatures.--Each entity that receives a grant for a project under this section shall submit each report under paragraph (1) to the State legislature of the State in which the project is conducted. (3) Availability to the public.--The Secretary shall make available to the public, in a timely manner-- (A) each report submitted under paragraph (1); and (B) any other documents relating to projects for which a grant is provided under this section. SEC. 5. WESTERN MONARCH BUTTERFLY RESCUE FUND. (a) Establishment.--There is established in the Treasury of the United States a fund, to be known as the ``Western Monarch Butterfly Rescue Fund''. (b) Administrative Expenses.--Of the amounts available in the Fund for each fiscal year, the Secretary may expend not more than 3 percent to pay the administrative expenses necessary to carry out this Act. (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Fund $12,500,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026. SEC. 6. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE WESTERN MONARCH BUTTERFLY CONSERVATION PLAN. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall enter into an agreement with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation pursuant to the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Establishment Act (16 U.S.C. 3701 et seq.) to facilitate the implementation of the Western Monarch Butterfly Conservation Plan prepared by the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies and dated January 2019. (b) Administration.--Section 10(a) of the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Establishment Act (16 U.S.C. 3709(a)) shall not apply with respect to-- (1) the agreement entered into under subsection (a); or (2) amounts made available to carry out this section. (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary $12,500,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026 to carry out this section. SEC. 7. REPORT TO CONGRESS. Not later than January 31 of each year, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report describing the status of western monarch butterflies, including, with respect to the year for which the report is submitted-- (1) a summary of the projects for which the Secretary has provided funding under section 4 and an evaluation of those projects; and (2) a summary of the projects for which the Secretary has provided funding through the Western Monarch Butterfly Conservation Plan prepared by the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies and dated January 2019. <all>

Monarch Action, Recovery, and Conservation of Habitat Act of 2021

To encourage and facilitate efforts by States and other stakeholders to conserve and sustain the western population of monarch butterflies, and for other purposes.

MONARCH Act of 2021 Monarch Action, Recovery, and Conservation of Habitat Act of 2021

Rep. Panetta, Jimmy

D

CA

This bill provides support for the conservation of western monarch butterflies (the monarch butterfly population that overwinters along the coast of California and breeds across California, Arizona, Nevada, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Utah). Specifically, the bill establishes the Western Monarch Butterfly Rescue Fund. The Department of the Interior must use amounts in the fund to provide grants for the conservation of such butterflies. In addition, Interior must enter into an agreement with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation to facilitate the implementation of the Western Monarch Butterfly Conservation Plan, which was prepared by the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies.

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Monarch Action, Recovery, and Conservation of Habitat Act of 2021'' or the ``MONARCH Act of 2021''. FINDINGS. DEFINITIONS. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior. 4. (3) Required elements.--A proposal for a project under this section shall include-- (A) a statement of the purposes of the project; (B) the name of the entity with overall responsibility for the project; (C) a description of-- (i) the qualifications of the entity that will conduct the project; (ii) methods for project implementation and outcome assessment; and (iii) anticipated outcomes; (D) assurances that the project will be implemented in consultation with relevant wildlife management authorities, Indian Tribes, and other appropriate local government, State government, and Federal Government agencies; (E) assurances that the conservation efforts outlined in the proposal do not conflict with food safety measures or practices; (F) information that demonstrates the clear potential of the project to contribute to the conservation and recovery of western monarch butterflies; and (G) such other information as the Secretary may require. (d) Criteria for Approval.--The Secretary may approve a project proposal under this section if the proposal demonstrates a likelihood that the project will contribute to the conservation of western monarch butterfly populations in the wild. (e) Technical Assistance.--The Secretary shall provide technical assistance for a project that receives a grant under this section. (2) Availability to state legislatures.--Each entity that receives a grant for a project under this section shall submit each report under paragraph (1) to the State legislature of the State in which the project is conducted. 5. WESTERN MONARCH BUTTERFLY RESCUE FUND. (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Fund $12,500,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026. 6. 3701 et seq.) to facilitate the implementation of the Western Monarch Butterfly Conservation Plan prepared by the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies and dated January 2019. (b) Administration.--Section 10(a) of the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Establishment Act (16 U.S.C. 3709(a)) shall not apply with respect to-- (1) the agreement entered into under subsection (a); or (2) amounts made available to carry out this section. SEC. 7. REPORT TO CONGRESS.

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Monarch Action, Recovery, and Conservation of Habitat Act of 2021'' or the ``MONARCH Act of 2021''. FINDINGS. DEFINITIONS. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior. 4. (3) Required elements.--A proposal for a project under this section shall include-- (A) a statement of the purposes of the project; (B) the name of the entity with overall responsibility for the project; (C) a description of-- (i) the qualifications of the entity that will conduct the project; (ii) methods for project implementation and outcome assessment; and (iii) anticipated outcomes; (D) assurances that the project will be implemented in consultation with relevant wildlife management authorities, Indian Tribes, and other appropriate local government, State government, and Federal Government agencies; (E) assurances that the conservation efforts outlined in the proposal do not conflict with food safety measures or practices; (F) information that demonstrates the clear potential of the project to contribute to the conservation and recovery of western monarch butterflies; and (G) such other information as the Secretary may require. (d) Criteria for Approval.--The Secretary may approve a project proposal under this section if the proposal demonstrates a likelihood that the project will contribute to the conservation of western monarch butterfly populations in the wild. (e) Technical Assistance.--The Secretary shall provide technical assistance for a project that receives a grant under this section. (2) Availability to state legislatures.--Each entity that receives a grant for a project under this section shall submit each report under paragraph (1) to the State legislature of the State in which the project is conducted. 5. WESTERN MONARCH BUTTERFLY RESCUE FUND. (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Fund $12,500,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026. 6. to facilitate the implementation of the Western Monarch Butterfly Conservation Plan prepared by the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies and dated January 2019. (b) Administration.--Section 10(a) of the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Establishment Act (16 U.S.C. 3709(a)) shall not apply with respect to-- (1) the agreement entered into under subsection (a); or (2) amounts made available to carry out this section. SEC. REPORT TO CONGRESS.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Monarch Action, Recovery, and Conservation of Habitat Act of 2021'' or the ``MONARCH Act of 2021''. FINDINGS. Congress finds that-- (1) the population of western monarch butterflies is at imminent risk of extinction; (2) over the past 3 decades, the population of western monarch butterflies has declined by more than 99 percent due to prolonged drought, loss of milkweed and native pollinator habitat, loss of breeding and overwintering habitat, and climate change; (3) in 2020, the population of western monarch butterflies reached a new historic low of 1,914 butterflies, falling below the predicted extinction threshold for the third year in a row; (4) the extinction of the population of migratory western monarch butterflies is now likely to occur within the next 2 decades if urgent action is not taken; (5) actively restoring native milkweed and nectar plants, monarch overwintering habitat, and other pollinator habitat, and ensuring that key habitats are protected from destruction, are critical to ensuring the survival of western monarch butterflies and can also help facilitate conservation of other essential pollinators; and (6) enhancing pollinator populations can result in improved pollination services for neighboring land, including agriculture and wildlife ecosystems. DEFINITIONS. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior. (4) Western monarch butterfly.--The term ``western monarch butterfly'' means the monarch butterfly population that overwinters along the coast of the State of California and breeds across the States of California, Arizona, Nevada, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Utah. 4. (3) Required elements.--A proposal for a project under this section shall include-- (A) a statement of the purposes of the project; (B) the name of the entity with overall responsibility for the project; (C) a description of-- (i) the qualifications of the entity that will conduct the project; (ii) methods for project implementation and outcome assessment; and (iii) anticipated outcomes; (D) assurances that the project will be implemented in consultation with relevant wildlife management authorities, Indian Tribes, and other appropriate local government, State government, and Federal Government agencies; (E) assurances that the conservation efforts outlined in the proposal do not conflict with food safety measures or practices; (F) information that demonstrates the clear potential of the project to contribute to the conservation and recovery of western monarch butterflies; and (G) such other information as the Secretary may require. (c) Project Review and Approval.--The Secretary shall annually-- (1) solicit project proposals for funding under this section; and (2) review each proposal described in paragraph (1) on a timeline that recognizes the urgency of the declining number of western monarch butterflies to determine whether the proposal meets the criteria specified in subsection (d). (d) Criteria for Approval.--The Secretary may approve a project proposal under this section if the proposal demonstrates a likelihood that the project will contribute to the conservation of western monarch butterfly populations in the wild. (e) Technical Assistance.--The Secretary shall provide technical assistance for a project that receives a grant under this section. (2) Availability to state legislatures.--Each entity that receives a grant for a project under this section shall submit each report under paragraph (1) to the State legislature of the State in which the project is conducted. (3) Availability to the public.--The Secretary shall make available to the public, in a timely manner-- (A) each report submitted under paragraph (1); and (B) any other documents relating to projects for which a grant is provided under this section. 5. WESTERN MONARCH BUTTERFLY RESCUE FUND. (b) Administrative Expenses.--Of the amounts available in the Fund for each fiscal year, the Secretary may expend not more than 3 percent to pay the administrative expenses necessary to carry out this Act. (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Fund $12,500,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026. 6. 3701 et seq.) to facilitate the implementation of the Western Monarch Butterfly Conservation Plan prepared by the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies and dated January 2019. (b) Administration.--Section 10(a) of the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Establishment Act (16 U.S.C. 3709(a)) shall not apply with respect to-- (1) the agreement entered into under subsection (a); or (2) amounts made available to carry out this section. SEC. 7. REPORT TO CONGRESS.

To encourage and facilitate efforts by States and other stakeholders to conserve and sustain the western population of monarch butterflies, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Monarch Action, Recovery, and Conservation of Habitat Act of 2021'' or the ``MONARCH Act of 2021''. FINDINGS. Congress finds that-- (1) the population of western monarch butterflies is at imminent risk of extinction; (2) over the past 3 decades, the population of western monarch butterflies has declined by more than 99 percent due to prolonged drought, loss of milkweed and native pollinator habitat, loss of breeding and overwintering habitat, and climate change; (3) in 2020, the population of western monarch butterflies reached a new historic low of 1,914 butterflies, falling below the predicted extinction threshold for the third year in a row; (4) the extinction of the population of migratory western monarch butterflies is now likely to occur within the next 2 decades if urgent action is not taken; (5) actively restoring native milkweed and nectar plants, monarch overwintering habitat, and other pollinator habitat, and ensuring that key habitats are protected from destruction, are critical to ensuring the survival of western monarch butterflies and can also help facilitate conservation of other essential pollinators; and (6) enhancing pollinator populations can result in improved pollination services for neighboring land, including agriculture and wildlife ecosystems. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Conservation.--The term ``conservation'' means the use of each method or procedure necessary to protect habitats of western monarch butterflies, including-- (A) the protection, restoration, and management of overwintering, breeding, and migratory habitats; (B) assistance in the development and implementation of national, regional, State, and local conservation and management plans; and (C) community outreach and education. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior. (4) Western monarch butterfly.--The term ``western monarch butterfly'' means the monarch butterfly population that overwinters along the coast of the State of California and breeds across the States of California, Arizona, Nevada, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Utah. 4. (b) Project Proposals.-- (1) Eligible entities.--An entity that is eligible to receive a grant for a project under this section is-- (A) a relevant local or Tribal government agency, research institution, or nonprofit organization with expertise required for the conservation of western monarch butterflies; and (B) any other entity, as determined appropriate by the Secretary, with the expertise required for the conservation of western monarch butterflies. (3) Required elements.--A proposal for a project under this section shall include-- (A) a statement of the purposes of the project; (B) the name of the entity with overall responsibility for the project; (C) a description of-- (i) the qualifications of the entity that will conduct the project; (ii) methods for project implementation and outcome assessment; and (iii) anticipated outcomes; (D) assurances that the project will be implemented in consultation with relevant wildlife management authorities, Indian Tribes, and other appropriate local government, State government, and Federal Government agencies; (E) assurances that the conservation efforts outlined in the proposal do not conflict with food safety measures or practices; (F) information that demonstrates the clear potential of the project to contribute to the conservation and recovery of western monarch butterflies; and (G) such other information as the Secretary may require. (c) Project Review and Approval.--The Secretary shall annually-- (1) solicit project proposals for funding under this section; and (2) review each proposal described in paragraph (1) on a timeline that recognizes the urgency of the declining number of western monarch butterflies to determine whether the proposal meets the criteria specified in subsection (d). (d) Criteria for Approval.--The Secretary may approve a project proposal under this section if the proposal demonstrates a likelihood that the project will contribute to the conservation of western monarch butterfly populations in the wild. (e) Technical Assistance.--The Secretary shall provide technical assistance for a project that receives a grant under this section. (f) Project Reporting.-- (1) In general.--Each entity that receives a grant for a project under this section shall submit to the Secretary, at such intervals as the Secretary may require, reports that include any information that the Secretary determines is necessary to evaluate the progress and success of the project for the purposes of ensuring positive results, assessing problems, and fostering improvements. (2) Availability to state legislatures.--Each entity that receives a grant for a project under this section shall submit each report under paragraph (1) to the State legislature of the State in which the project is conducted. (3) Availability to the public.--The Secretary shall make available to the public, in a timely manner-- (A) each report submitted under paragraph (1); and (B) any other documents relating to projects for which a grant is provided under this section. 5. WESTERN MONARCH BUTTERFLY RESCUE FUND. (a) Establishment.--There is established in the Treasury of the United States a fund, to be known as the ``Western Monarch Butterfly Rescue Fund''. (b) Administrative Expenses.--Of the amounts available in the Fund for each fiscal year, the Secretary may expend not more than 3 percent to pay the administrative expenses necessary to carry out this Act. (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Fund $12,500,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026. 6. 3701 et seq.) to facilitate the implementation of the Western Monarch Butterfly Conservation Plan prepared by the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies and dated January 2019. (b) Administration.--Section 10(a) of the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Establishment Act (16 U.S.C. 3709(a)) shall not apply with respect to-- (1) the agreement entered into under subsection (a); or (2) amounts made available to carry out this section. SEC. 7. REPORT TO CONGRESS.

To encourage and facilitate efforts by States and other stakeholders to conserve and sustain the western population of monarch butterflies, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. In this Act: (1) Conservation.--The term ``conservation'' means the use of each method or procedure necessary to protect habitats of western monarch butterflies, including-- (A) the protection, restoration, and management of overwintering, breeding, and migratory habitats; (B) assistance in the development and implementation of national, regional, State, and local conservation and management plans; and (C) community outreach and education. ( 2) Fund.--The term ``Fund'' means the Western Monarch Butterfly Rescue Fund established by section 5(a). ( (b) Project Proposals.-- (1) Eligible entities.--An entity that is eligible to receive a grant for a project under this section is-- (A) a relevant local or Tribal government agency, research institution, or nonprofit organization with expertise required for the conservation of western monarch butterflies; and (B) any other entity, as determined appropriate by the Secretary, with the expertise required for the conservation of western monarch butterflies. ( 2) Federal partnership opportunities.--A State or Federal agency-- (A) may not be a lead entity or receive a grant for a project under this section; but (B) may be included as a partner or collaborator on a project that receives a grant under this section. c) Project Review and Approval.--The Secretary shall annually-- (1) solicit project proposals for funding under this section; and (2) review each proposal described in paragraph (1) on a timeline that recognizes the urgency of the declining number of western monarch butterflies to determine whether the proposal meets the criteria specified in subsection (d). ( d) Criteria for Approval.--The Secretary may approve a project proposal under this section if the proposal demonstrates a likelihood that the project will contribute to the conservation of western monarch butterfly populations in the wild. ( (f) Project Reporting.-- (1) In general.--Each entity that receives a grant for a project under this section shall submit to the Secretary, at such intervals as the Secretary may require, reports that include any information that the Secretary determines is necessary to evaluate the progress and success of the project for the purposes of ensuring positive results, assessing problems, and fostering improvements. ( 3) Availability to the public.--The Secretary shall make available to the public, in a timely manner-- (A) each report submitted under paragraph (1); and (B) any other documents relating to projects for which a grant is provided under this section. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall enter into an agreement with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation pursuant to the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Establishment Act (16 U.S.C. 3701 et seq.) Not later than January 31 of each year, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report describing the status of western monarch butterflies, including, with respect to the year for which the report is submitted-- (1) a summary of the projects for which the Secretary has provided funding under section 4 and an evaluation of those projects; and (2) a summary of the projects for which the Secretary has provided funding through the Western Monarch Butterfly Conservation Plan prepared by the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies and dated January 2019.

To encourage and facilitate efforts by States and other stakeholders to conserve and sustain the western population of monarch butterflies, and for other purposes. 2) Fund.--The term ``Fund'' means the Western Monarch Butterfly Rescue Fund established by section 5(a). ( (4) Western monarch butterfly.--The term ``western monarch butterfly'' means the monarch butterfly population that overwinters along the coast of the State of California and breeds across the States of California, Arizona, Nevada, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Utah. 2) Federal partnership opportunities.--A State or Federal agency-- (A) may not be a lead entity or receive a grant for a project under this section; but (B) may be included as a partner or collaborator on a project that receives a grant under this section. ( (c) Project Review and Approval.--The Secretary shall annually-- (1) solicit project proposals for funding under this section; and (2) review each proposal described in paragraph (1) on a timeline that recognizes the urgency of the declining number of western monarch butterflies to determine whether the proposal meets the criteria specified in subsection (d). ( d) Criteria for Approval.--The Secretary may approve a project proposal under this section if the proposal demonstrates a likelihood that the project will contribute to the conservation of western monarch butterfly populations in the wild. ( e) Technical Assistance.--The Secretary shall provide technical assistance for a project that receives a grant under this section. ( (a) In General.--The Secretary shall enter into an agreement with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation pursuant to the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Establishment Act (16 U.S.C. 3701 et seq.) Not later than January 31 of each year, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report describing the status of western monarch butterflies, including, with respect to the year for which the report is submitted-- (1) a summary of the projects for which the Secretary has provided funding under section 4 and an evaluation of those projects; and (2) a summary of the projects for which the Secretary has provided funding through the Western Monarch Butterfly Conservation Plan prepared by the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies and dated January 2019.

To encourage and facilitate efforts by States and other stakeholders to conserve and sustain the western population of monarch butterflies, and for other purposes. 2) Fund.--The term ``Fund'' means the Western Monarch Butterfly Rescue Fund established by section 5(a). ( (4) Western monarch butterfly.--The term ``western monarch butterfly'' means the monarch butterfly population that overwinters along the coast of the State of California and breeds across the States of California, Arizona, Nevada, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Utah. 2) Federal partnership opportunities.--A State or Federal agency-- (A) may not be a lead entity or receive a grant for a project under this section; but (B) may be included as a partner or collaborator on a project that receives a grant under this section. ( (c) Project Review and Approval.--The Secretary shall annually-- (1) solicit project proposals for funding under this section; and (2) review each proposal described in paragraph (1) on a timeline that recognizes the urgency of the declining number of western monarch butterflies to determine whether the proposal meets the criteria specified in subsection (d). ( d) Criteria for Approval.--The Secretary may approve a project proposal under this section if the proposal demonstrates a likelihood that the project will contribute to the conservation of western monarch butterfly populations in the wild. ( e) Technical Assistance.--The Secretary shall provide technical assistance for a project that receives a grant under this section. ( (a) In General.--The Secretary shall enter into an agreement with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation pursuant to the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Establishment Act (16 U.S.C. 3701 et seq.) Not later than January 31 of each year, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report describing the status of western monarch butterflies, including, with respect to the year for which the report is submitted-- (1) a summary of the projects for which the Secretary has provided funding under section 4 and an evaluation of those projects; and (2) a summary of the projects for which the Secretary has provided funding through the Western Monarch Butterfly Conservation Plan prepared by the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies and dated January 2019.

To encourage and facilitate efforts by States and other stakeholders to conserve and sustain the western population of monarch butterflies, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. In this Act: (1) Conservation.--The term ``conservation'' means the use of each method or procedure necessary to protect habitats of western monarch butterflies, including-- (A) the protection, restoration, and management of overwintering, breeding, and migratory habitats; (B) assistance in the development and implementation of national, regional, State, and local conservation and management plans; and (C) community outreach and education. ( 2) Fund.--The term ``Fund'' means the Western Monarch Butterfly Rescue Fund established by section 5(a). ( (b) Project Proposals.-- (1) Eligible entities.--An entity that is eligible to receive a grant for a project under this section is-- (A) a relevant local or Tribal government agency, research institution, or nonprofit organization with expertise required for the conservation of western monarch butterflies; and (B) any other entity, as determined appropriate by the Secretary, with the expertise required for the conservation of western monarch butterflies. ( 2) Federal partnership opportunities.--A State or Federal agency-- (A) may not be a lead entity or receive a grant for a project under this section; but (B) may be included as a partner or collaborator on a project that receives a grant under this section. c) Project Review and Approval.--The Secretary shall annually-- (1) solicit project proposals for funding under this section; and (2) review each proposal described in paragraph (1) on a timeline that recognizes the urgency of the declining number of western monarch butterflies to determine whether the proposal meets the criteria specified in subsection (d). ( d) Criteria for Approval.--The Secretary may approve a project proposal under this section if the proposal demonstrates a likelihood that the project will contribute to the conservation of western monarch butterfly populations in the wild. ( (f) Project Reporting.-- (1) In general.--Each entity that receives a grant for a project under this section shall submit to the Secretary, at such intervals as the Secretary may require, reports that include any information that the Secretary determines is necessary to evaluate the progress and success of the project for the purposes of ensuring positive results, assessing problems, and fostering improvements. ( 3) Availability to the public.--The Secretary shall make available to the public, in a timely manner-- (A) each report submitted under paragraph (1); and (B) any other documents relating to projects for which a grant is provided under this section. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall enter into an agreement with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation pursuant to the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Establishment Act (16 U.S.C. 3701 et seq.) Not later than January 31 of each year, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report describing the status of western monarch butterflies, including, with respect to the year for which the report is submitted-- (1) a summary of the projects for which the Secretary has provided funding under section 4 and an evaluation of those projects; and (2) a summary of the projects for which the Secretary has provided funding through the Western Monarch Butterfly Conservation Plan prepared by the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies and dated January 2019.

To encourage and facilitate efforts by States and other stakeholders to conserve and sustain the western population of monarch butterflies, and for other purposes. 2) Fund.--The term ``Fund'' means the Western Monarch Butterfly Rescue Fund established by section 5(a). ( (4) Western monarch butterfly.--The term ``western monarch butterfly'' means the monarch butterfly population that overwinters along the coast of the State of California and breeds across the States of California, Arizona, Nevada, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Utah. 2) Federal partnership opportunities.--A State or Federal agency-- (A) may not be a lead entity or receive a grant for a project under this section; but (B) may be included as a partner or collaborator on a project that receives a grant under this section. ( (c) Project Review and Approval.--The Secretary shall annually-- (1) solicit project proposals for funding under this section; and (2) review each proposal described in paragraph (1) on a timeline that recognizes the urgency of the declining number of western monarch butterflies to determine whether the proposal meets the criteria specified in subsection (d). ( d) Criteria for Approval.--The Secretary may approve a project proposal under this section if the proposal demonstrates a likelihood that the project will contribute to the conservation of western monarch butterfly populations in the wild. ( e) Technical Assistance.--The Secretary shall provide technical assistance for a project that receives a grant under this section. ( (a) In General.--The Secretary shall enter into an agreement with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation pursuant to the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Establishment Act (16 U.S.C. 3701 et seq.) Not later than January 31 of each year, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report describing the status of western monarch butterflies, including, with respect to the year for which the report is submitted-- (1) a summary of the projects for which the Secretary has provided funding under section 4 and an evaluation of those projects; and (2) a summary of the projects for which the Secretary has provided funding through the Western Monarch Butterfly Conservation Plan prepared by the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies and dated January 2019.

To encourage and facilitate efforts by States and other stakeholders to conserve and sustain the western population of monarch butterflies, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. In this Act: (1) Conservation.--The term ``conservation'' means the use of each method or procedure necessary to protect habitats of western monarch butterflies, including-- (A) the protection, restoration, and management of overwintering, breeding, and migratory habitats; (B) assistance in the development and implementation of national, regional, State, and local conservation and management plans; and (C) community outreach and education. ( 2) Fund.--The term ``Fund'' means the Western Monarch Butterfly Rescue Fund established by section 5(a). ( (b) Project Proposals.-- (1) Eligible entities.--An entity that is eligible to receive a grant for a project under this section is-- (A) a relevant local or Tribal government agency, research institution, or nonprofit organization with expertise required for the conservation of western monarch butterflies; and (B) any other entity, as determined appropriate by the Secretary, with the expertise required for the conservation of western monarch butterflies. ( 2) Federal partnership opportunities.--A State or Federal agency-- (A) may not be a lead entity or receive a grant for a project under this section; but (B) may be included as a partner or collaborator on a project that receives a grant under this section. c) Project Review and Approval.--The Secretary shall annually-- (1) solicit project proposals for funding under this section; and (2) review each proposal described in paragraph (1) on a timeline that recognizes the urgency of the declining number of western monarch butterflies to determine whether the proposal meets the criteria specified in subsection (d). ( d) Criteria for Approval.--The Secretary may approve a project proposal under this section if the proposal demonstrates a likelihood that the project will contribute to the conservation of western monarch butterfly populations in the wild. ( (f) Project Reporting.-- (1) In general.--Each entity that receives a grant for a project under this section shall submit to the Secretary, at such intervals as the Secretary may require, reports that include any information that the Secretary determines is necessary to evaluate the progress and success of the project for the purposes of ensuring positive results, assessing problems, and fostering improvements. ( 3) Availability to the public.--The Secretary shall make available to the public, in a timely manner-- (A) each report submitted under paragraph (1); and (B) any other documents relating to projects for which a grant is provided under this section. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall enter into an agreement with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation pursuant to the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Establishment Act (16 U.S.C. 3701 et seq.) Not later than January 31 of each year, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report describing the status of western monarch butterflies, including, with respect to the year for which the report is submitted-- (1) a summary of the projects for which the Secretary has provided funding under section 4 and an evaluation of those projects; and (2) a summary of the projects for which the Secretary has provided funding through the Western Monarch Butterfly Conservation Plan prepared by the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies and dated January 2019.

To encourage and facilitate efforts by States and other stakeholders to conserve and sustain the western population of monarch butterflies, and for other purposes. 2) Fund.--The term ``Fund'' means the Western Monarch Butterfly Rescue Fund established by section 5(a). ( (4) Western monarch butterfly.--The term ``western monarch butterfly'' means the monarch butterfly population that overwinters along the coast of the State of California and breeds across the States of California, Arizona, Nevada, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Utah. 2) Federal partnership opportunities.--A State or Federal agency-- (A) may not be a lead entity or receive a grant for a project under this section; but (B) may be included as a partner or collaborator on a project that receives a grant under this section. ( (c) Project Review and Approval.--The Secretary shall annually-- (1) solicit project proposals for funding under this section; and (2) review each proposal described in paragraph (1) on a timeline that recognizes the urgency of the declining number of western monarch butterflies to determine whether the proposal meets the criteria specified in subsection (d). ( d) Criteria for Approval.--The Secretary may approve a project proposal under this section if the proposal demonstrates a likelihood that the project will contribute to the conservation of western monarch butterfly populations in the wild. ( e) Technical Assistance.--The Secretary shall provide technical assistance for a project that receives a grant under this section. ( (a) In General.--The Secretary shall enter into an agreement with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation pursuant to the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Establishment Act (16 U.S.C. 3701 et seq.) Not later than January 31 of each year, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report describing the status of western monarch butterflies, including, with respect to the year for which the report is submitted-- (1) a summary of the projects for which the Secretary has provided funding under section 4 and an evaluation of those projects; and (2) a summary of the projects for which the Secretary has provided funding through the Western Monarch Butterfly Conservation Plan prepared by the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies and dated January 2019.

To encourage and facilitate efforts by States and other stakeholders to conserve and sustain the western population of monarch butterflies, and for other purposes. b) Project Proposals.-- (1) Eligible entities.--An entity that is eligible to receive a grant for a project under this section is-- (A) a relevant local or Tribal government agency, research institution, or nonprofit organization with expertise required for the conservation of western monarch butterflies; and (B) any other entity, as determined appropriate by the Secretary, with the expertise required for the conservation of western monarch butterflies. ( c) Project Review and Approval.--The Secretary shall annually-- (1) solicit project proposals for funding under this section; and (2) review each proposal described in paragraph (1) on a timeline that recognizes the urgency of the declining number of western monarch butterflies to determine whether the proposal meets the criteria specified in subsection (d). ( 3) Availability to the public.--The Secretary shall make available to the public, in a timely manner-- (A) each report submitted under paragraph (1); and (B) any other documents relating to projects for which a grant is provided under this section. ( Not later than January 31 of each year, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report describing the status of western monarch butterflies, including, with respect to the year for which the report is submitted-- (1) a summary of the projects for which the Secretary has provided funding under section 4 and an evaluation of those projects; and (2) a summary of the projects for which the Secretary has provided funding through the Western Monarch Butterfly Conservation Plan prepared by the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies and dated January 2019.

To encourage and facilitate efforts by States and other stakeholders to conserve and sustain the western population of monarch butterflies, and for other purposes. 2) Fund.--The term ``Fund'' means the Western Monarch Butterfly Rescue Fund established by section 5(a). ( (4) Western monarch butterfly.--The term ``western monarch butterfly'' means the monarch butterfly population that overwinters along the coast of the State of California and breeds across the States of California, Arizona, Nevada, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Utah. 2) Federal partnership opportunities.--A State or Federal agency-- (A) may not be a lead entity or receive a grant for a project under this section; but (B) may be included as a partner or collaborator on a project that receives a grant under this section. ( (c) Project Review and Approval.--The Secretary shall annually-- (1) solicit project proposals for funding under this section; and (2) review each proposal described in paragraph (1) on a timeline that recognizes the urgency of the declining number of western monarch butterflies to determine whether the proposal meets the criteria specified in subsection (d). ( d) Criteria for Approval.--The Secretary may approve a project proposal under this section if the proposal demonstrates a likelihood that the project will contribute to the conservation of western monarch butterfly populations in the wild. ( e) Technical Assistance.--The Secretary shall provide technical assistance for a project that receives a grant under this section. ( (a) In General.--The Secretary shall enter into an agreement with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation pursuant to the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Establishment Act (16 U.S.C. 3701 et seq.) Not later than January 31 of each year, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report describing the status of western monarch butterflies, including, with respect to the year for which the report is submitted-- (1) a summary of the projects for which the Secretary has provided funding under section 4 and an evaluation of those projects; and (2) a summary of the projects for which the Secretary has provided funding through the Western Monarch Butterfly Conservation Plan prepared by the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies and dated January 2019.

To encourage and facilitate efforts by States and other stakeholders to conserve and sustain the western population of monarch butterflies, and for other purposes. b) Project Proposals.-- (1) Eligible entities.--An entity that is eligible to receive a grant for a project under this section is-- (A) a relevant local or Tribal government agency, research institution, or nonprofit organization with expertise required for the conservation of western monarch butterflies; and (B) any other entity, as determined appropriate by the Secretary, with the expertise required for the conservation of western monarch butterflies. ( c) Project Review and Approval.--The Secretary shall annually-- (1) solicit project proposals for funding under this section; and (2) review each proposal described in paragraph (1) on a timeline that recognizes the urgency of the declining number of western monarch butterflies to determine whether the proposal meets the criteria specified in subsection (d). ( 3) Availability to the public.--The Secretary shall make available to the public, in a timely manner-- (A) each report submitted under paragraph (1); and (B) any other documents relating to projects for which a grant is provided under this section. ( Not later than January 31 of each year, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report describing the status of western monarch butterflies, including, with respect to the year for which the report is submitted-- (1) a summary of the projects for which the Secretary has provided funding under section 4 and an evaluation of those projects; and (2) a summary of the projects for which the Secretary has provided funding through the Western Monarch Butterfly Conservation Plan prepared by the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies and dated January 2019.

H.R.7005

Finance and Financial Sector

Protecting Americans' Savings Act of 2022 This bill directs the Department of the Treasury to report on the effects of inflation on the value of individuals' savings and the feasibility of raising the current individual limit on inflation-protected Treasury Series I Savings bonds. (Currently, there is an annual purchase limit of $10,000 for electronic bonds and $5,000 for paper bonds.)

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to conduct a study on the effects of inflation on the savings of individuals 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 ``Protecting Americans' Savings Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) High inflation erodes the earnings and savings of hard- working individuals across the United States. (2) The Consumer Price Index rose 7.5 percent from January 2021 to January 2022, which is the largest increase in a 12- month period in over 30 years. (3) The current environment, where high inflation is paired with low interest rates, pushes real savings yields deep into negative territory. (4) While the yield of a 1-year Treasury bill in January 2022 was 0.5 percent, the real yield of the bill was negative 7 percent. (5) Negative savings returns adversely affect all who save, especially retirees and those who rely on savings to build wealth or to prepare for large expenses, such as college tuition or a down payment on a home. SEC. 3. STUDY ON IMPACT OF INFLATION ON SAVINGS. (a) Study.--The Secretary of the Treasury shall conduct a study to-- (1) examine the effects of inflation on the real value of savings and the incentive to save for individuals in the United States, including an analysis of-- (A) whether low or negative real returns affect savings rates; (B) how negative real interest rates affect individuals living on fixed incomes, such as retirees; (C) how negative real interest rates affect economic mobility; (D) the aggregate loss of purchasing power of savings that is attributed to inflation with respect to common savings tools, including Treasury bonds, bills, and notes, interest on savings accounts, money market accounts and funds, and certificates of deposit; and (E) how inflation will affect savings returns over the next 5 years; and (2) assess the feasibility and impact of raising the current limit, per individual, on purchases of inflation- protected Series I bonds issued by the Department of the Treasury. (b) Report.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate a report on the results of the study required under subsection (a). <all>

Protecting Americans’ Savings Act of 2022

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to conduct a study on the effects of inflation on the savings of individuals in the United States, and for other purposes.

Protecting Americans’ Savings Act of 2022

Rep. Mooney, Alexander X.

R

WV

This bill directs the Department of the Treasury to report on the effects of inflation on the value of individuals' savings and the feasibility of raising the current individual limit on inflation-protected Treasury Series I Savings bonds. (Currently, there is an annual purchase limit of $10,000 for electronic bonds and $5,000 for paper bonds.)

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to conduct a study on the effects of inflation on the savings of individuals 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 ``Protecting Americans' Savings Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) High inflation erodes the earnings and savings of hard- working individuals across the United States. (2) The Consumer Price Index rose 7.5 percent from January 2021 to January 2022, which is the largest increase in a 12- month period in over 30 years. (3) The current environment, where high inflation is paired with low interest rates, pushes real savings yields deep into negative territory. (4) While the yield of a 1-year Treasury bill in January 2022 was 0.5 percent, the real yield of the bill was negative 7 percent. (5) Negative savings returns adversely affect all who save, especially retirees and those who rely on savings to build wealth or to prepare for large expenses, such as college tuition or a down payment on a home. SEC. 3. STUDY ON IMPACT OF INFLATION ON SAVINGS. (a) Study.--The Secretary of the Treasury shall conduct a study to-- (1) examine the effects of inflation on the real value of savings and the incentive to save for individuals in the United States, including an analysis of-- (A) whether low or negative real returns affect savings rates; (B) how negative real interest rates affect individuals living on fixed incomes, such as retirees; (C) how negative real interest rates affect economic mobility; (D) the aggregate loss of purchasing power of savings that is attributed to inflation with respect to common savings tools, including Treasury bonds, bills, and notes, interest on savings accounts, money market accounts and funds, and certificates of deposit; and (E) how inflation will affect savings returns over the next 5 years; and (2) assess the feasibility and impact of raising the current limit, per individual, on purchases of inflation- protected Series I bonds issued by the Department of the Treasury. (b) Report.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate a report on the results of the study required under subsection (a). <all>

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to conduct a study on the effects of inflation on the savings of individuals in the United States, and for other purposes. SHORT TITLE. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) High inflation erodes the earnings and savings of hard- working individuals across the United States. (2) The Consumer Price Index rose 7.5 percent from January 2021 to January 2022, which is the largest increase in a 12- month period in over 30 years. (3) The current environment, where high inflation is paired with low interest rates, pushes real savings yields deep into negative territory. (4) While the yield of a 1-year Treasury bill in January 2022 was 0.5 percent, the real yield of the bill was negative 7 percent. (5) Negative savings returns adversely affect all who save, especially retirees and those who rely on savings to build wealth or to prepare for large expenses, such as college tuition or a down payment on a home. SEC. 3. STUDY ON IMPACT OF INFLATION ON SAVINGS. (b) Report.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate a report on the results of the study required under subsection (a).

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to conduct a study on the effects of inflation on the savings of individuals 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 ``Protecting Americans' Savings Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) High inflation erodes the earnings and savings of hard- working individuals across the United States. (2) The Consumer Price Index rose 7.5 percent from January 2021 to January 2022, which is the largest increase in a 12- month period in over 30 years. (3) The current environment, where high inflation is paired with low interest rates, pushes real savings yields deep into negative territory. (4) While the yield of a 1-year Treasury bill in January 2022 was 0.5 percent, the real yield of the bill was negative 7 percent. (5) Negative savings returns adversely affect all who save, especially retirees and those who rely on savings to build wealth or to prepare for large expenses, such as college tuition or a down payment on a home. SEC. 3. STUDY ON IMPACT OF INFLATION ON SAVINGS. (a) Study.--The Secretary of the Treasury shall conduct a study to-- (1) examine the effects of inflation on the real value of savings and the incentive to save for individuals in the United States, including an analysis of-- (A) whether low or negative real returns affect savings rates; (B) how negative real interest rates affect individuals living on fixed incomes, such as retirees; (C) how negative real interest rates affect economic mobility; (D) the aggregate loss of purchasing power of savings that is attributed to inflation with respect to common savings tools, including Treasury bonds, bills, and notes, interest on savings accounts, money market accounts and funds, and certificates of deposit; and (E) how inflation will affect savings returns over the next 5 years; and (2) assess the feasibility and impact of raising the current limit, per individual, on purchases of inflation- protected Series I bonds issued by the Department of the Treasury. (b) Report.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate a report on the results of the study required under subsection (a). <all>

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to conduct a study on the effects of inflation on the savings of individuals 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 ``Protecting Americans' Savings Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) High inflation erodes the earnings and savings of hard- working individuals across the United States. (2) The Consumer Price Index rose 7.5 percent from January 2021 to January 2022, which is the largest increase in a 12- month period in over 30 years. (3) The current environment, where high inflation is paired with low interest rates, pushes real savings yields deep into negative territory. (4) While the yield of a 1-year Treasury bill in January 2022 was 0.5 percent, the real yield of the bill was negative 7 percent. (5) Negative savings returns adversely affect all who save, especially retirees and those who rely on savings to build wealth or to prepare for large expenses, such as college tuition or a down payment on a home. SEC. 3. STUDY ON IMPACT OF INFLATION ON SAVINGS. (a) Study.--The Secretary of the Treasury shall conduct a study to-- (1) examine the effects of inflation on the real value of savings and the incentive to save for individuals in the United States, including an analysis of-- (A) whether low or negative real returns affect savings rates; (B) how negative real interest rates affect individuals living on fixed incomes, such as retirees; (C) how negative real interest rates affect economic mobility; (D) the aggregate loss of purchasing power of savings that is attributed to inflation with respect to common savings tools, including Treasury bonds, bills, and notes, interest on savings accounts, money market accounts and funds, and certificates of deposit; and (E) how inflation will affect savings returns over the next 5 years; and (2) assess the feasibility and impact of raising the current limit, per individual, on purchases of inflation- protected Series I bonds issued by the Department of the Treasury. (b) Report.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate a report on the results of the study required under subsection (a). <all>

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to conduct a study on the effects of inflation on the savings of individuals in the United States, and for other purposes. 4) While the yield of a 1-year Treasury bill in January 2022 was 0.5 percent, the real yield of the bill was negative 7 percent. ( b) Report.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate a report on the results of the study required under subsection (a).

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to conduct a study on the effects of inflation on the savings of individuals in the United States, and for other purposes. 4) While the yield of a 1-year Treasury bill in January 2022 was 0.5 percent, the real yield of the bill was negative 7 percent. ( (b) Report.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate a report on the results of the study required under subsection (a).

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to conduct a study on the effects of inflation on the savings of individuals in the United States, and for other purposes. 4) While the yield of a 1-year Treasury bill in January 2022 was 0.5 percent, the real yield of the bill was negative 7 percent. ( (b) Report.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate a report on the results of the study required under subsection (a).

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to conduct a study on the effects of inflation on the savings of individuals in the United States, and for other purposes. 4) While the yield of a 1-year Treasury bill in January 2022 was 0.5 percent, the real yield of the bill was negative 7 percent. ( b) Report.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate a report on the results of the study required under subsection (a).

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to conduct a study on the effects of inflation on the savings of individuals in the United States, and for other purposes. 4) While the yield of a 1-year Treasury bill in January 2022 was 0.5 percent, the real yield of the bill was negative 7 percent. ( (b) Report.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate a report on the results of the study required under subsection (a).

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to conduct a study on the effects of inflation on the savings of individuals in the United States, and for other purposes. 4) While the yield of a 1-year Treasury bill in January 2022 was 0.5 percent, the real yield of the bill was negative 7 percent. ( b) Report.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate a report on the results of the study required under subsection (a).

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to conduct a study on the effects of inflation on the savings of individuals in the United States, and for other purposes. 4) While the yield of a 1-year Treasury bill in January 2022 was 0.5 percent, the real yield of the bill was negative 7 percent. ( (b) Report.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate a report on the results of the study required under subsection (a).

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to conduct a study on the effects of inflation on the savings of individuals in the United States, and for other purposes. 4) While the yield of a 1-year Treasury bill in January 2022 was 0.5 percent, the real yield of the bill was negative 7 percent. ( b) Report.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate a report on the results of the study required under subsection (a).

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to conduct a study on the effects of inflation on the savings of individuals in the United States, and for other purposes. 4) While the yield of a 1-year Treasury bill in January 2022 was 0.5 percent, the real yield of the bill was negative 7 percent. ( (b) Report.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate a report on the results of the study required under subsection (a).

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to conduct a study on the effects of inflation on the savings of individuals in the United States, and for other purposes. 4) While the yield of a 1-year Treasury bill in January 2022 was 0.5 percent, the real yield of the bill was negative 7 percent. ( b) Report.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate a report on the results of the study required under subsection (a).

H.R.130

Crime and Law Enforcement

Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act This bill establishes a federal statutory framework to regulate the storage of firearms and ammunition on residential premises. Specifically, the bill requires firearms and ammunition on residential premises to be safely stored if a minor is likely to gain access without permission or if an individual who resides at the residence is ineligible to possess a firearm. The firearms and ammunition must be safely stored in one of two ways: (1) secured, unloaded, and separated in a safe and locked with a trigger lock; or (2) off the premises at a storage facility or gun range. Safes, trigger locks, and storage facilities must be certified by the Department of Justice (DOJ). Finally, an individual who violates the safe storage requirements is subject to penalties—criminal penalties if the violation results in the discharge of a firearm, or civil penalties if the violation does not result in the discharge of a firearm. Additionally, DOJ must seize and safely store the individual's firearms and ammunition.

To require the safe storage of firearms and ammunition, and to require the investigation of reports of improper storage of firearms or ammunition. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act''. SEC. 2. PROHIBITION ON IMPROPER STORAGE OF FIREARMS OR AMMUNITION. (a) In General.--Section 922 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(aa)(1)(A) It shall be unlawful for a person to store or keep any firearm or ammunition that has moved in, or that has otherwise affected, interstate or foreign commerce, on the premises of a residence under the control of the person if the person knows, or reasonably should know, that-- ``(i) an individual who has not attained 18 years of age is likely to gain access to the firearm or ammunition without the permission of the parent or guardian of the individual; or ``(ii) an individual who resides at the residence is ineligible to possess a firearm under Federal, State, or local law. ``(B) Subparagraph (A) shall not apply to a person with respect to a firearm or ammunition for the firearm if the person keeps the firearms and ammunition-- ``(i) secured, unloaded, and separately, in a safe certified by the Attorney General, and locked with a trigger lock certified by the Attorney General; or ``(ii) off the premises at a storage facility, or gun range, certified by the Attorney General.''. (b) Penalties.--Section 924(a) of such title is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(8)(A)(i) Whoever, in a civil action, is found to have violated section 922(aa) with respect to a firearm and the violation is not found to have resulted in a discharge of the firearm, shall be fined not more than $5,000. ``(ii) Whoever, in a criminal action, is found to have violated section 922(aa) with respect to a firearm and the violation is found to have resulted in a discharge of the firearm, shall be fined not less than $50,000 and not more than $100,000, imprisoned not more than 20 years, or both. ``(B) On conviction of a person for violating section 922(aa) with respect to a firearm or ammunition, the court shall order the Attorney General to seize and store the firearm or ammunition, at the expense of the owner of the firearm or ammunition, at a facility that is-- ``(i) certified by the Attorney General for the safe storage of firearms or ammunition; and ``(ii) not owned, leased, or controlled by the person or the owner of the firearm or ammunition or by any person who is a relative of, or is associated with, the person or the owner.''. (c) Certification of Safes and Safe Storage Facilities.--Within 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Attorney General shall provide for the certification of safes and safe storage facilities for firearms and ammunition. (d) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall take effect 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act. (e) Investigation of Reports of Improper Storage of Firearms or Ammunition.--Beginning with the effective date of the amendments made by this section, the Attorney General, through the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, shall investigate all reports that a person is improperly storing a firearm or ammunition. <all>

Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act

To require the safe storage of firearms and ammunition, and to require the investigation of reports of improper storage of firearms or ammunition.

Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act

Rep. Jackson Lee, Sheila

D

TX

This bill establishes a federal statutory framework to regulate the storage of firearms and ammunition on residential premises. Specifically, the bill requires firearms and ammunition on residential premises to be safely stored if a minor is likely to gain access without permission or if an individual who resides at the residence is ineligible to possess a firearm. The firearms and ammunition must be safely stored in one of two ways: (1) secured, unloaded, and separated in a safe and locked with a trigger lock; or (2) off the premises at a storage facility or gun range. Safes, trigger locks, and storage facilities must be certified by the Department of Justice (DOJ). Finally, an individual who violates the safe storage requirements is subject to penalties—criminal penalties if the violation results in the discharge of a firearm, or civil penalties if the violation does not result in the discharge of a firearm. Additionally, DOJ must seize and safely store the individual's firearms and ammunition.

To require the safe storage of firearms and ammunition, and to require the investigation of reports of improper storage of firearms or ammunition. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act''. SEC. 2. PROHIBITION ON IMPROPER STORAGE OF FIREARMS OR AMMUNITION. (a) In General.--Section 922 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(aa)(1)(A) It shall be unlawful for a person to store or keep any firearm or ammunition that has moved in, or that has otherwise affected, interstate or foreign commerce, on the premises of a residence under the control of the person if the person knows, or reasonably should know, that-- ``(i) an individual who has not attained 18 years of age is likely to gain access to the firearm or ammunition without the permission of the parent or guardian of the individual; or ``(ii) an individual who resides at the residence is ineligible to possess a firearm under Federal, State, or local law. (b) Penalties.--Section 924(a) of such title is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(8)(A)(i) Whoever, in a civil action, is found to have violated section 922(aa) with respect to a firearm and the violation is not found to have resulted in a discharge of the firearm, shall be fined not more than $5,000. ``(B) On conviction of a person for violating section 922(aa) with respect to a firearm or ammunition, the court shall order the Attorney General to seize and store the firearm or ammunition, at the expense of the owner of the firearm or ammunition, at a facility that is-- ``(i) certified by the Attorney General for the safe storage of firearms or ammunition; and ``(ii) not owned, leased, or controlled by the person or the owner of the firearm or ammunition or by any person who is a relative of, or is associated with, the person or the owner.''. (c) Certification of Safes and Safe Storage Facilities.--Within 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Attorney General shall provide for the certification of safes and safe storage facilities for firearms and ammunition. (e) Investigation of Reports of Improper Storage of Firearms or Ammunition.--Beginning with the effective date of the amendments made by this section, the Attorney General, through the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, shall investigate all reports that a person is improperly storing a firearm or ammunition.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SEC. 2. PROHIBITION ON IMPROPER STORAGE OF FIREARMS OR AMMUNITION. (b) Penalties.--Section 924(a) of such title is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(8)(A)(i) Whoever, in a civil action, is found to have violated section 922(aa) with respect to a firearm and the violation is not found to have resulted in a discharge of the firearm, shall be fined not more than $5,000. ``(B) On conviction of a person for violating section 922(aa) with respect to a firearm or ammunition, the court shall order the Attorney General to seize and store the firearm or ammunition, at the expense of the owner of the firearm or ammunition, at a facility that is-- ``(i) certified by the Attorney General for the safe storage of firearms or ammunition; and ``(ii) not owned, leased, or controlled by the person or the owner of the firearm or ammunition or by any person who is a relative of, or is associated with, the person or the owner.''. (c) Certification of Safes and Safe Storage Facilities.--Within 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Attorney General shall provide for the certification of safes and safe storage facilities for firearms and ammunition. (e) Investigation of Reports of Improper Storage of Firearms or Ammunition.--Beginning with the effective date of the amendments made by this section, the Attorney General, through the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, shall investigate all reports that a person is improperly storing a firearm or ammunition.

To require the safe storage of firearms and ammunition, and to require the investigation of reports of improper storage of firearms or ammunition. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act''. SEC. 2. PROHIBITION ON IMPROPER STORAGE OF FIREARMS OR AMMUNITION. (a) In General.--Section 922 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(aa)(1)(A) It shall be unlawful for a person to store or keep any firearm or ammunition that has moved in, or that has otherwise affected, interstate or foreign commerce, on the premises of a residence under the control of the person if the person knows, or reasonably should know, that-- ``(i) an individual who has not attained 18 years of age is likely to gain access to the firearm or ammunition without the permission of the parent or guardian of the individual; or ``(ii) an individual who resides at the residence is ineligible to possess a firearm under Federal, State, or local law. ``(B) Subparagraph (A) shall not apply to a person with respect to a firearm or ammunition for the firearm if the person keeps the firearms and ammunition-- ``(i) secured, unloaded, and separately, in a safe certified by the Attorney General, and locked with a trigger lock certified by the Attorney General; or ``(ii) off the premises at a storage facility, or gun range, certified by the Attorney General.''. (b) Penalties.--Section 924(a) of such title is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(8)(A)(i) Whoever, in a civil action, is found to have violated section 922(aa) with respect to a firearm and the violation is not found to have resulted in a discharge of the firearm, shall be fined not more than $5,000. ``(ii) Whoever, in a criminal action, is found to have violated section 922(aa) with respect to a firearm and the violation is found to have resulted in a discharge of the firearm, shall be fined not less than $50,000 and not more than $100,000, imprisoned not more than 20 years, or both. ``(B) On conviction of a person for violating section 922(aa) with respect to a firearm or ammunition, the court shall order the Attorney General to seize and store the firearm or ammunition, at the expense of the owner of the firearm or ammunition, at a facility that is-- ``(i) certified by the Attorney General for the safe storage of firearms or ammunition; and ``(ii) not owned, leased, or controlled by the person or the owner of the firearm or ammunition or by any person who is a relative of, or is associated with, the person or the owner.''. (c) Certification of Safes and Safe Storage Facilities.--Within 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Attorney General shall provide for the certification of safes and safe storage facilities for firearms and ammunition. (d) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall take effect 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act. (e) Investigation of Reports of Improper Storage of Firearms or Ammunition.--Beginning with the effective date of the amendments made by this section, the Attorney General, through the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, shall investigate all reports that a person is improperly storing a firearm or ammunition. <all>

To require the safe storage of firearms and ammunition, and to require the investigation of reports of improper storage of firearms or ammunition. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act''. SEC. 2. PROHIBITION ON IMPROPER STORAGE OF FIREARMS OR AMMUNITION. (a) In General.--Section 922 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(aa)(1)(A) It shall be unlawful for a person to store or keep any firearm or ammunition that has moved in, or that has otherwise affected, interstate or foreign commerce, on the premises of a residence under the control of the person if the person knows, or reasonably should know, that-- ``(i) an individual who has not attained 18 years of age is likely to gain access to the firearm or ammunition without the permission of the parent or guardian of the individual; or ``(ii) an individual who resides at the residence is ineligible to possess a firearm under Federal, State, or local law. ``(B) Subparagraph (A) shall not apply to a person with respect to a firearm or ammunition for the firearm if the person keeps the firearms and ammunition-- ``(i) secured, unloaded, and separately, in a safe certified by the Attorney General, and locked with a trigger lock certified by the Attorney General; or ``(ii) off the premises at a storage facility, or gun range, certified by the Attorney General.''. (b) Penalties.--Section 924(a) of such title is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(8)(A)(i) Whoever, in a civil action, is found to have violated section 922(aa) with respect to a firearm and the violation is not found to have resulted in a discharge of the firearm, shall be fined not more than $5,000. ``(ii) Whoever, in a criminal action, is found to have violated section 922(aa) with respect to a firearm and the violation is found to have resulted in a discharge of the firearm, shall be fined not less than $50,000 and not more than $100,000, imprisoned not more than 20 years, or both. ``(B) On conviction of a person for violating section 922(aa) with respect to a firearm or ammunition, the court shall order the Attorney General to seize and store the firearm or ammunition, at the expense of the owner of the firearm or ammunition, at a facility that is-- ``(i) certified by the Attorney General for the safe storage of firearms or ammunition; and ``(ii) not owned, leased, or controlled by the person or the owner of the firearm or ammunition or by any person who is a relative of, or is associated with, the person or the owner.''. (c) Certification of Safes and Safe Storage Facilities.--Within 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Attorney General shall provide for the certification of safes and safe storage facilities for firearms and ammunition. (d) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall take effect 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act. (e) Investigation of Reports of Improper Storage of Firearms or Ammunition.--Beginning with the effective date of the amendments made by this section, the Attorney General, through the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, shall investigate all reports that a person is improperly storing a firearm or ammunition. <all>

To require the safe storage of firearms and ammunition, and to require the investigation of reports of improper storage of firearms or ammunition. This Act may be cited as the ``Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act''. ``(B) Subparagraph (A) shall not apply to a person with respect to a firearm or ammunition for the firearm if the person keeps the firearms and ammunition-- ``(i) secured, unloaded, and separately, in a safe certified by the Attorney General, and locked with a trigger lock certified by the Attorney General; or ``(ii) off the premises at a storage facility, or gun range, certified by the Attorney General.''. ( b) Penalties.--Section 924(a) of such title is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(8)(A)(i) Whoever, in a civil action, is found to have violated section 922(aa) with respect to a firearm and the violation is not found to have resulted in a discharge of the firearm, shall be fined not more than $5,000. ``(B) On conviction of a person for violating section 922(aa) with respect to a firearm or ammunition, the court shall order the Attorney General to seize and store the firearm or ammunition, at the expense of the owner of the firearm or ammunition, at a facility that is-- ``(i) certified by the Attorney General for the safe storage of firearms or ammunition; and ``(ii) not owned, leased, or controlled by the person or the owner of the firearm or ammunition or by any person who is a relative of, or is associated with, the person or the owner.''. ( c) Certification of Safes and Safe Storage Facilities.--Within 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Attorney General shall provide for the certification of safes and safe storage facilities for firearms and ammunition. (

To require the safe storage of firearms and ammunition, and to require the investigation of reports of improper storage of firearms or ammunition. b) Penalties.--Section 924(a) of such title is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(8)(A)(i) Whoever, in a civil action, is found to have violated section 922(aa) with respect to a firearm and the violation is not found to have resulted in a discharge of the firearm, shall be fined not more than $5,000. ``(ii) Whoever, in a criminal action, is found to have violated section 922(aa) with respect to a firearm and the violation is found to have resulted in a discharge of the firearm, shall be fined not less than $50,000 and not more than $100,000, imprisoned not more than 20 years, or both. c) Certification of Safes and Safe Storage Facilities.--Within 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Attorney General shall provide for the certification of safes and safe storage facilities for firearms and ammunition. (

To require the safe storage of firearms and ammunition, and to require the investigation of reports of improper storage of firearms or ammunition. b) Penalties.--Section 924(a) of such title is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(8)(A)(i) Whoever, in a civil action, is found to have violated section 922(aa) with respect to a firearm and the violation is not found to have resulted in a discharge of the firearm, shall be fined not more than $5,000. ``(ii) Whoever, in a criminal action, is found to have violated section 922(aa) with respect to a firearm and the violation is found to have resulted in a discharge of the firearm, shall be fined not less than $50,000 and not more than $100,000, imprisoned not more than 20 years, or both. c) Certification of Safes and Safe Storage Facilities.--Within 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Attorney General shall provide for the certification of safes and safe storage facilities for firearms and ammunition. (

To require the safe storage of firearms and ammunition, and to require the investigation of reports of improper storage of firearms or ammunition. This Act may be cited as the ``Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act''. ``(B) Subparagraph (A) shall not apply to a person with respect to a firearm or ammunition for the firearm if the person keeps the firearms and ammunition-- ``(i) secured, unloaded, and separately, in a safe certified by the Attorney General, and locked with a trigger lock certified by the Attorney General; or ``(ii) off the premises at a storage facility, or gun range, certified by the Attorney General.''. ( b) Penalties.--Section 924(a) of such title is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(8)(A)(i) Whoever, in a civil action, is found to have violated section 922(aa) with respect to a firearm and the violation is not found to have resulted in a discharge of the firearm, shall be fined not more than $5,000. ``(B) On conviction of a person for violating section 922(aa) with respect to a firearm or ammunition, the court shall order the Attorney General to seize and store the firearm or ammunition, at the expense of the owner of the firearm or ammunition, at a facility that is-- ``(i) certified by the Attorney General for the safe storage of firearms or ammunition; and ``(ii) not owned, leased, or controlled by the person or the owner of the firearm or ammunition or by any person who is a relative of, or is associated with, the person or the owner.''. ( c) Certification of Safes and Safe Storage Facilities.--Within 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Attorney General shall provide for the certification of safes and safe storage facilities for firearms and ammunition. (

To require the safe storage of firearms and ammunition, and to require the investigation of reports of improper storage of firearms or ammunition. b) Penalties.--Section 924(a) of such title is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(8)(A)(i) Whoever, in a civil action, is found to have violated section 922(aa) with respect to a firearm and the violation is not found to have resulted in a discharge of the firearm, shall be fined not more than $5,000. ``(ii) Whoever, in a criminal action, is found to have violated section 922(aa) with respect to a firearm and the violation is found to have resulted in a discharge of the firearm, shall be fined not less than $50,000 and not more than $100,000, imprisoned not more than 20 years, or both. c) Certification of Safes and Safe Storage Facilities.--Within 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Attorney General shall provide for the certification of safes and safe storage facilities for firearms and ammunition. (

To require the safe storage of firearms and ammunition, and to require the investigation of reports of improper storage of firearms or ammunition. This Act may be cited as the ``Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act''. ``(B) Subparagraph (A) shall not apply to a person with respect to a firearm or ammunition for the firearm if the person keeps the firearms and ammunition-- ``(i) secured, unloaded, and separately, in a safe certified by the Attorney General, and locked with a trigger lock certified by the Attorney General; or ``(ii) off the premises at a storage facility, or gun range, certified by the Attorney General.''. ( b) Penalties.--Section 924(a) of such title is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(8)(A)(i) Whoever, in a civil action, is found to have violated section 922(aa) with respect to a firearm and the violation is not found to have resulted in a discharge of the firearm, shall be fined not more than $5,000. ``(B) On conviction of a person for violating section 922(aa) with respect to a firearm or ammunition, the court shall order the Attorney General to seize and store the firearm or ammunition, at the expense of the owner of the firearm or ammunition, at a facility that is-- ``(i) certified by the Attorney General for the safe storage of firearms or ammunition; and ``(ii) not owned, leased, or controlled by the person or the owner of the firearm or ammunition or by any person who is a relative of, or is associated with, the person or the owner.''. ( c) Certification of Safes and Safe Storage Facilities.--Within 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Attorney General shall provide for the certification of safes and safe storage facilities for firearms and ammunition. (

To require the safe storage of firearms and ammunition, and to require the investigation of reports of improper storage of firearms or ammunition. b) Penalties.--Section 924(a) of such title is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(8)(A)(i) Whoever, in a civil action, is found to have violated section 922(aa) with respect to a firearm and the violation is not found to have resulted in a discharge of the firearm, shall be fined not more than $5,000. ``(ii) Whoever, in a criminal action, is found to have violated section 922(aa) with respect to a firearm and the violation is found to have resulted in a discharge of the firearm, shall be fined not less than $50,000 and not more than $100,000, imprisoned not more than 20 years, or both. c) Certification of Safes and Safe Storage Facilities.--Within 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Attorney General shall provide for the certification of safes and safe storage facilities for firearms and ammunition. (

To require the safe storage of firearms and ammunition, and to require the investigation of reports of improper storage of firearms or ammunition. This Act may be cited as the ``Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act''. ``(B) Subparagraph (A) shall not apply to a person with respect to a firearm or ammunition for the firearm if the person keeps the firearms and ammunition-- ``(i) secured, unloaded, and separately, in a safe certified by the Attorney General, and locked with a trigger lock certified by the Attorney General; or ``(ii) off the premises at a storage facility, or gun range, certified by the Attorney General.''. ( b) Penalties.--Section 924(a) of such title is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(8)(A)(i) Whoever, in a civil action, is found to have violated section 922(aa) with respect to a firearm and the violation is not found to have resulted in a discharge of the firearm, shall be fined not more than $5,000. ``(B) On conviction of a person for violating section 922(aa) with respect to a firearm or ammunition, the court shall order the Attorney General to seize and store the firearm or ammunition, at the expense of the owner of the firearm or ammunition, at a facility that is-- ``(i) certified by the Attorney General for the safe storage of firearms or ammunition; and ``(ii) not owned, leased, or controlled by the person or the owner of the firearm or ammunition or by any person who is a relative of, or is associated with, the person or the owner.''. ( c) Certification of Safes and Safe Storage Facilities.--Within 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Attorney General shall provide for the certification of safes and safe storage facilities for firearms and ammunition. (

To require the safe storage of firearms and ammunition, and to require the investigation of reports of improper storage of firearms or ammunition. b) Penalties.--Section 924(a) of such title is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(8)(A)(i) Whoever, in a civil action, is found to have violated section 922(aa) with respect to a firearm and the violation is not found to have resulted in a discharge of the firearm, shall be fined not more than $5,000. ``(ii) Whoever, in a criminal action, is found to have violated section 922(aa) with respect to a firearm and the violation is found to have resulted in a discharge of the firearm, shall be fined not less than $50,000 and not more than $100,000, imprisoned not more than 20 years, or both. c) Certification of Safes and Safe Storage Facilities.--Within 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Attorney General shall provide for the certification of safes and safe storage facilities for firearms and ammunition. (

To require the safe storage of firearms and ammunition, and to require the investigation of reports of improper storage of firearms or ammunition. This Act may be cited as the ``Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act''. ``(B) Subparagraph (A) shall not apply to a person with respect to a firearm or ammunition for the firearm if the person keeps the firearms and ammunition-- ``(i) secured, unloaded, and separately, in a safe certified by the Attorney General, and locked with a trigger lock certified by the Attorney General; or ``(ii) off the premises at a storage facility, or gun range, certified by the Attorney General.''. ( b) Penalties.--Section 924(a) of such title is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(8)(A)(i) Whoever, in a civil action, is found to have violated section 922(aa) with respect to a firearm and the violation is not found to have resulted in a discharge of the firearm, shall be fined not more than $5,000. ``(B) On conviction of a person for violating section 922(aa) with respect to a firearm or ammunition, the court shall order the Attorney General to seize and store the firearm or ammunition, at the expense of the owner of the firearm or ammunition, at a facility that is-- ``(i) certified by the Attorney General for the safe storage of firearms or ammunition; and ``(ii) not owned, leased, or controlled by the person or the owner of the firearm or ammunition or by any person who is a relative of, or is associated with, the person or the owner.''. ( c) Certification of Safes and Safe Storage Facilities.--Within 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Attorney General shall provide for the certification of safes and safe storage facilities for firearms and ammunition. (

H.R.6228

Health

Capping Prescription Costs Act of 2021 This bill caps the monthly cost-sharing amount permitted for prescription drugs under qualified health plans and group health plans.

To limit cost-sharing for prescription drugs, 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 ``Capping Prescription Costs Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. CAP ON PRESCRIPTION DRUG COST-SHARING. (a) Qualified Health Plans.--Section 1302(c) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (42 U.S.C. 18022(c)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (3)(A)(i), by inserting ``, including cost-sharing with respect to prescription drugs covered by the plan'' after ``charges''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(5) Prescription drug cost-sharing.-- ``(A) 2023.--For plan years beginning in 2023, the cost-sharing incurred under a health plan with respect to prescription drugs covered by the plan shall not exceed $250 per month for each enrolled individual, or $500 for each family. ``(B) 2024 and later.-- ``(i) In general.--In the case of any plan year beginning in a calendar year after 2023, the limitation under this paragraph shall be equal to the applicable dollar amount under subparagraph (A) for plan years beginning in 2023, increased by an amount equal to the product of that amount and the medical care component of the consumer price index for all urban consumers (as published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics) for that year. ``(ii) Adjustment to amount.--If the amount of any increase under clause (i) is not a multiple of $5, such increase shall be rounded to the next lowest multiple of $5.''. (b) Group Health Plans.--Section 2707(b) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300gg-6(b)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``annual''; and (2) by striking ``paragraph (1) of section 1302(c)'' and inserting ``paragraphs (1) and (5) of section 1302(c) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act''. (c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by subsections (a) and (b) shall take effect with respect to plans beginning after December 31, 2022. <all>

Capping Prescription Costs Act of 2021

To limit cost-sharing for prescription drugs, and for other purposes.

Capping Prescription Costs Act of 2021

Rep. Manning, Kathy E.

D

NC

This bill caps the monthly cost-sharing amount permitted for prescription drugs under qualified health plans and group health plans.

To limit cost-sharing for prescription drugs, 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 ``Capping Prescription Costs Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. CAP ON PRESCRIPTION DRUG COST-SHARING. (a) Qualified Health Plans.--Section 1302(c) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (42 U.S.C. 18022(c)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (3)(A)(i), by inserting ``, including cost-sharing with respect to prescription drugs covered by the plan'' after ``charges''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(5) Prescription drug cost-sharing.-- ``(A) 2023.--For plan years beginning in 2023, the cost-sharing incurred under a health plan with respect to prescription drugs covered by the plan shall not exceed $250 per month for each enrolled individual, or $500 for each family. ``(B) 2024 and later.-- ``(i) In general.--In the case of any plan year beginning in a calendar year after 2023, the limitation under this paragraph shall be equal to the applicable dollar amount under subparagraph (A) for plan years beginning in 2023, increased by an amount equal to the product of that amount and the medical care component of the consumer price index for all urban consumers (as published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics) for that year. ``(ii) Adjustment to amount.--If the amount of any increase under clause (i) is not a multiple of $5, such increase shall be rounded to the next lowest multiple of $5.''. (b) Group Health Plans.--Section 2707(b) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300gg-6(b)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``annual''; and (2) by striking ``paragraph (1) of section 1302(c)'' and inserting ``paragraphs (1) and (5) of section 1302(c) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act''. (c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by subsections (a) and (b) shall take effect with respect to plans beginning after December 31, 2022. <all>

To limit cost-sharing for prescription drugs, 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 ``Capping Prescription Costs Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. CAP ON PRESCRIPTION DRUG COST-SHARING. (a) Qualified Health Plans.--Section 1302(c) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (42 U.S.C. 18022(c)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (3)(A)(i), by inserting ``, including cost-sharing with respect to prescription drugs covered by the plan'' after ``charges''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(5) Prescription drug cost-sharing.-- ``(A) 2023.--For plan years beginning in 2023, the cost-sharing incurred under a health plan with respect to prescription drugs covered by the plan shall not exceed $250 per month for each enrolled individual, or $500 for each family. ``(B) 2024 and later.-- ``(i) In general.--In the case of any plan year beginning in a calendar year after 2023, the limitation under this paragraph shall be equal to the applicable dollar amount under subparagraph (A) for plan years beginning in 2023, increased by an amount equal to the product of that amount and the medical care component of the consumer price index for all urban consumers (as published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics) for that year. ``(ii) Adjustment to amount.--If the amount of any increase under clause (i) is not a multiple of $5, such increase shall be rounded to the next lowest multiple of $5.''. (b) Group Health Plans.--Section 2707(b) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300gg-6(b)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``annual''; and (2) by striking ``paragraph (1) of section 1302(c)'' and inserting ``paragraphs (1) and (5) of section 1302(c) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act''. (c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by subsections (a) and (b) shall take effect with respect to plans beginning after December 31, 2022. <all>

To limit cost-sharing for prescription drugs, 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 ``Capping Prescription Costs Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. CAP ON PRESCRIPTION DRUG COST-SHARING. (a) Qualified Health Plans.--Section 1302(c) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (42 U.S.C. 18022(c)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (3)(A)(i), by inserting ``, including cost-sharing with respect to prescription drugs covered by the plan'' after ``charges''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(5) Prescription drug cost-sharing.-- ``(A) 2023.--For plan years beginning in 2023, the cost-sharing incurred under a health plan with respect to prescription drugs covered by the plan shall not exceed $250 per month for each enrolled individual, or $500 for each family. ``(B) 2024 and later.-- ``(i) In general.--In the case of any plan year beginning in a calendar year after 2023, the limitation under this paragraph shall be equal to the applicable dollar amount under subparagraph (A) for plan years beginning in 2023, increased by an amount equal to the product of that amount and the medical care component of the consumer price index for all urban consumers (as published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics) for that year. ``(ii) Adjustment to amount.--If the amount of any increase under clause (i) is not a multiple of $5, such increase shall be rounded to the next lowest multiple of $5.''. (b) Group Health Plans.--Section 2707(b) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300gg-6(b)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``annual''; and (2) by striking ``paragraph (1) of section 1302(c)'' and inserting ``paragraphs (1) and (5) of section 1302(c) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act''. (c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by subsections (a) and (b) shall take effect with respect to plans beginning after December 31, 2022. <all>

To limit cost-sharing for prescription drugs, 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 ``Capping Prescription Costs Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. CAP ON PRESCRIPTION DRUG COST-SHARING. (a) Qualified Health Plans.--Section 1302(c) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (42 U.S.C. 18022(c)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (3)(A)(i), by inserting ``, including cost-sharing with respect to prescription drugs covered by the plan'' after ``charges''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(5) Prescription drug cost-sharing.-- ``(A) 2023.--For plan years beginning in 2023, the cost-sharing incurred under a health plan with respect to prescription drugs covered by the plan shall not exceed $250 per month for each enrolled individual, or $500 for each family. ``(B) 2024 and later.-- ``(i) In general.--In the case of any plan year beginning in a calendar year after 2023, the limitation under this paragraph shall be equal to the applicable dollar amount under subparagraph (A) for plan years beginning in 2023, increased by an amount equal to the product of that amount and the medical care component of the consumer price index for all urban consumers (as published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics) for that year. ``(ii) Adjustment to amount.--If the amount of any increase under clause (i) is not a multiple of $5, such increase shall be rounded to the next lowest multiple of $5.''. (b) Group Health Plans.--Section 2707(b) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300gg-6(b)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``annual''; and (2) by striking ``paragraph (1) of section 1302(c)'' and inserting ``paragraphs (1) and (5) of section 1302(c) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act''. (c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by subsections (a) and (b) shall take effect with respect to plans beginning after December 31, 2022. <all>

To limit cost-sharing for prescription drugs, and for other purposes. a) Qualified Health Plans.--Section 1302(c) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (42 U.S.C. 18022(c)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (3)(A)(i), by inserting ``, including cost-sharing with respect to prescription drugs covered by the plan'' after ``charges''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(5) Prescription drug cost-sharing.-- ``(A) 2023.--For plan years beginning in 2023, the cost-sharing incurred under a health plan with respect to prescription drugs covered by the plan shall not exceed $250 per month for each enrolled individual, or $500 for each family. ``(ii) Adjustment to amount.--If the amount of any increase under clause (i) is not a multiple of $5, such increase shall be rounded to the next lowest multiple of $5.''. ( b) Group Health Plans.--Section 2707(b) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300gg-6(b)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``annual''; and (2) by striking ``paragraph (1) of section 1302(c)'' and inserting ``paragraphs (1) and (5) of section 1302(c) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act''. (

To limit cost-sharing for prescription drugs, and for other purposes. a) Qualified Health Plans.--Section 1302(c) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (42 U.S.C. 18022(c)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (3)(A)(i), by inserting ``, including cost-sharing with respect to prescription drugs covered by the plan'' after ``charges''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(5) Prescription drug cost-sharing.-- ``(A) 2023.--For plan years beginning in 2023, the cost-sharing incurred under a health plan with respect to prescription drugs covered by the plan shall not exceed $250 per month for each enrolled individual, or $500 for each family.

To limit cost-sharing for prescription drugs, and for other purposes. a) Qualified Health Plans.--Section 1302(c) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (42 U.S.C. 18022(c)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (3)(A)(i), by inserting ``, including cost-sharing with respect to prescription drugs covered by the plan'' after ``charges''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(5) Prescription drug cost-sharing.-- ``(A) 2023.--For plan years beginning in 2023, the cost-sharing incurred under a health plan with respect to prescription drugs covered by the plan shall not exceed $250 per month for each enrolled individual, or $500 for each family.

To limit cost-sharing for prescription drugs, and for other purposes. a) Qualified Health Plans.--Section 1302(c) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (42 U.S.C. 18022(c)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (3)(A)(i), by inserting ``, including cost-sharing with respect to prescription drugs covered by the plan'' after ``charges''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(5) Prescription drug cost-sharing.-- ``(A) 2023.--For plan years beginning in 2023, the cost-sharing incurred under a health plan with respect to prescription drugs covered by the plan shall not exceed $250 per month for each enrolled individual, or $500 for each family. ``(ii) Adjustment to amount.--If the amount of any increase under clause (i) is not a multiple of $5, such increase shall be rounded to the next lowest multiple of $5.''. ( b) Group Health Plans.--Section 2707(b) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300gg-6(b)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``annual''; and (2) by striking ``paragraph (1) of section 1302(c)'' and inserting ``paragraphs (1) and (5) of section 1302(c) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act''. (

To limit cost-sharing for prescription drugs, and for other purposes. a) Qualified Health Plans.--Section 1302(c) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (42 U.S.C. 18022(c)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (3)(A)(i), by inserting ``, including cost-sharing with respect to prescription drugs covered by the plan'' after ``charges''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(5) Prescription drug cost-sharing.-- ``(A) 2023.--For plan years beginning in 2023, the cost-sharing incurred under a health plan with respect to prescription drugs covered by the plan shall not exceed $250 per month for each enrolled individual, or $500 for each family.

To limit cost-sharing for prescription drugs, and for other purposes. a) Qualified Health Plans.--Section 1302(c) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (42 U.S.C. 18022(c)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (3)(A)(i), by inserting ``, including cost-sharing with respect to prescription drugs covered by the plan'' after ``charges''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(5) Prescription drug cost-sharing.-- ``(A) 2023.--For plan years beginning in 2023, the cost-sharing incurred under a health plan with respect to prescription drugs covered by the plan shall not exceed $250 per month for each enrolled individual, or $500 for each family. ``(ii) Adjustment to amount.--If the amount of any increase under clause (i) is not a multiple of $5, such increase shall be rounded to the next lowest multiple of $5.''. ( b) Group Health Plans.--Section 2707(b) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300gg-6(b)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``annual''; and (2) by striking ``paragraph (1) of section 1302(c)'' and inserting ``paragraphs (1) and (5) of section 1302(c) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act''. (

To limit cost-sharing for prescription drugs, and for other purposes. a) Qualified Health Plans.--Section 1302(c) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (42 U.S.C. 18022(c)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (3)(A)(i), by inserting ``, including cost-sharing with respect to prescription drugs covered by the plan'' after ``charges''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(5) Prescription drug cost-sharing.-- ``(A) 2023.--For plan years beginning in 2023, the cost-sharing incurred under a health plan with respect to prescription drugs covered by the plan shall not exceed $250 per month for each enrolled individual, or $500 for each family.

To limit cost-sharing for prescription drugs, and for other purposes. a) Qualified Health Plans.--Section 1302(c) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (42 U.S.C. 18022(c)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (3)(A)(i), by inserting ``, including cost-sharing with respect to prescription drugs covered by the plan'' after ``charges''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(5) Prescription drug cost-sharing.-- ``(A) 2023.--For plan years beginning in 2023, the cost-sharing incurred under a health plan with respect to prescription drugs covered by the plan shall not exceed $250 per month for each enrolled individual, or $500 for each family. ``(ii) Adjustment to amount.--If the amount of any increase under clause (i) is not a multiple of $5, such increase shall be rounded to the next lowest multiple of $5.''. ( b) Group Health Plans.--Section 2707(b) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300gg-6(b)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``annual''; and (2) by striking ``paragraph (1) of section 1302(c)'' and inserting ``paragraphs (1) and (5) of section 1302(c) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act''. (

To limit cost-sharing for prescription drugs, and for other purposes. a) Qualified Health Plans.--Section 1302(c) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (42 U.S.C. 18022(c)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (3)(A)(i), by inserting ``, including cost-sharing with respect to prescription drugs covered by the plan'' after ``charges''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(5) Prescription drug cost-sharing.-- ``(A) 2023.--For plan years beginning in 2023, the cost-sharing incurred under a health plan with respect to prescription drugs covered by the plan shall not exceed $250 per month for each enrolled individual, or $500 for each family.

To limit cost-sharing for prescription drugs, and for other purposes. a) Qualified Health Plans.--Section 1302(c) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (42 U.S.C. 18022(c)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (3)(A)(i), by inserting ``, including cost-sharing with respect to prescription drugs covered by the plan'' after ``charges''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(5) Prescription drug cost-sharing.-- ``(A) 2023.--For plan years beginning in 2023, the cost-sharing incurred under a health plan with respect to prescription drugs covered by the plan shall not exceed $250 per month for each enrolled individual, or $500 for each family. ``(ii) Adjustment to amount.--If the amount of any increase under clause (i) is not a multiple of $5, such increase shall be rounded to the next lowest multiple of $5.''. ( b) Group Health Plans.--Section 2707(b) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300gg-6(b)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``annual''; and (2) by striking ``paragraph (1) of section 1302(c)'' and inserting ``paragraphs (1) and (5) of section 1302(c) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act''. (

H.R.2187

Transportation and Public Works

Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act This bill authorizes appropriations through FY2026 to the Department of Transportation (DOT) to provide parking for commercial motor vehicles on the federal-aid highway system. DOT must provide competitive grants to states, metropolitan planning organizations, local governments, and tribal governments for projects that improve the safety of commercial motor vehicle operators and provide parking for commercial motor vehicles on federal-aid highways or on a facility with reasonable access to such a highway or a freight facility. The federal share for a project carried out in accordance with the bill shall be up to 100%.

To amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to set aside certain funds to provide parking for commercial motor vehicles on the Federal-aid highway 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 ``Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act''. SEC. 2. SENSE OF CONGRESS. It is the sense of Congress that it should be a national priority to address the shortage of parking for commercial motor vehicles on the Federal-aid highway system to improve highway safety. SEC. 3. PARKING FOR COMMERCIAL MOTOR VEHICLES. (a) In General.--Chapter 1 of title 23, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``Sec. 177. Parking for commercial motor vehicles ``(a) Grant Authority.--Subject to the availability of funds, the Secretary shall make grants under this section, on a competitive basis, to eligible entities for projects to provide parking for commercial motor vehicles and improve the safety of commercial motor vehicle operators. ``(b) Applications.--To be eligible for a grant under this section, an eligible entity shall submit to the Secretary an application at such time and in such manner as the Secretary may require. ``(c) Application Contents.--An application submitted under subsection (b) shall contain-- ``(1) a description of the proposed project; and ``(2) any other information that the Secretary may require. ``(d) Eligible Entities.--The following entities shall be eligible to receive amounts under this section: ``(1) A State. ``(2) A metropolitan planning organization. ``(3) A unit of local government. ``(4) A political subdivision of a State or local government carrying out responsibilities relating to commercial motor vehicle parking. ``(5) A Tribal government or a consortium of Tribal governments. ``(6) A multistate or multijurisdictional group of entities described in paragraphs (1) through (5). ``(e) Private Sector Participation.--An eligible entity that receives a grant under this section may partner with a private entity to carry out an eligible project under this section. ``(f) Eligible Projects.-- ``(1) In general.--An entity may use a grant awarded under this section for a project described in paragraph (2) that is on-- ``(A) a Federal-aid highway; or ``(B) a facility with reasonable access to-- ``(i) a Federal-aid highway; or ``(ii) a freight facility. ``(2) Projects described.--A project described in this paragraph is a project to-- ``(A) construct safety rest areas (as such term is defined in section 120(c)) that include parking for commercial motor vehicles; ``(B) construct additional commercial motor vehicle parking capacity-- ``(i) adjacent to private commercial truck stops and travel plazas; ``(ii) within the boundaries of, or adjacent to, a publicly owned freight facility, including a port terminal operated by a public authority; and ``(iii) at existing facilities, including inspection and weigh stations and park-and-ride locations; ``(C) open existing weigh stations, safety rest areas, and park-and-ride facilities to commercial motor vehicle parking; ``(D) construct or make capital improvements to existing public commercial motor vehicle parking facilities to expand parking utilization and availability, including at seasonal facilities; ``(E) identify, promote, and manage the availability of publicly and privately provided commercial motor vehicle parking, such as through the use of intelligent transportation systems; ``(F) improve the safety of commercial motor vehicle operators at parking facilities as part of a project described in subparagraphs (A) through (D); or ``(G) improve a parking facility, including through truck stop electrification systems, as defined in section 101(a), and other improvements determined appropriate by the Secretary, as part of a project described in subparagraphs (A) through (D). ``(3) Publicly accessible parking.--Commercial motor vehicle parking constructed or opened with a grant under this section shall be open and accessible to all commercial motor vehicle operators. ``(g) Use of Funds.-- ``(1) In general.--An eligible entity may use a grant under this section for-- ``(A) development phase activities, including planning, feasibility analysis, benefit-cost analysis, environmental review, preliminary engineering and design work, and other preconstruction activities necessary to advance a project under this section; and ``(B) construction and operational improvements. ``(2) Limitation.-- ``(A) In general.--An eligible entity may use not more than 25 percent of the amount of a grant under this section for activities described in paragraph (1)(A). ``(B) Existing facilities.--Not more than 10 percent of the amounts available for each fiscal year for grants under the program may be used for projects described under subsection (f)(2)(E) that solely identify, promote, and manage the availability of existing commercial motor vehicle parking. ``(h) Selection Criteria.--In making grants under this subsection, the Secretary shall give priority to applications that demonstrate-- ``(1) a shortage of commercial motor vehicle parking capacity in the corridor in which the project is located; ``(2) consultation with motor carriers, commercial motor vehicle operators, public safety officials, and private providers of commercial motor vehicle parking; ``(3) that the project will likely-- ``(A) increase the availability or utilization of commercial motor vehicle parking; ``(B) facilitate the efficient movement of freight; and ``(C) improve highway safety, traffic congestion, and air quality; and ``(4) the ability to provide for the maintenance and operation of the facility. ``(i) Federal Share.--Notwithstanding section 120, the Federal share for a project carried out under this subsection shall be up to 100 percent. ``(j) Treatment of Projects.-- ``(1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, projects funded under this section shall be treated as projects on a Federal-aid highway under this chapter. ``(2) Period of availability.--Funds appropriated for projects under this section shall remain available for a period of 3 years after the last day of the fiscal year in which the funds are made available. ``(k) Prohibition on Charging Fees.--To be eligible for a grant under this section, an eligible entity shall agree that no fees will be charged to a commercial motor vehicle to access parking constructed, opened, or improved with a grant under this section. ``(l) Notification of Congress.--Not less than 3 business days before making a grant for a project under this section, the Secretary shall notify, in writing, the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on the Environment and Public Works of the Senate of the intention to award such a grant. ``(m) Survey and Comparative Assessment.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this subsection, and every 2 years thereafter, the Secretary, in consultation with appropriate State motor carrier safety personnel, motor carriers, State departments of transportation, and private providers of commercial motor vehicle parking shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on the Environment and Public Works of the Senate a report that-- ``(A) evaluates the availability of adequate parking and rest facilities, taking into account both private and public facilities, for commercial motor vehicles engaged in interstate transportation; ``(B) evaluates the effectiveness of the projects funded under this section in improving access to commercial motor vehicle parking; ``(C) evaluates the ability of entities receiving a grant under this section to sustain the operation of parking facilities constructed with funds provided under this section; and ``(D) reports on the progress being made to provide adequate commercial motor vehicle parking facilities in the State. ``(2) Results.--The Secretary shall make the report and subsequent updated reports under paragraph (1) available to the public on the website of the Department of Transportation. ``(3) Alignment of reports.--In carrying out this subsection, the Secretary shall consider the results of the commercial motor vehicle parking facilities assessments of the States under section 70202 of title 49 and seek to align the contents of the report and reporting deadlines under paragraph (1) with the requirements of such section. ``(n) Commercial Motor Vehicle Defined.--In this section, the term `commercial motor vehicle' has the meaning given such term in section 31132 of title 49.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The analysis for chapter 1 of title 23, United States Code, is amended by adding after the item relating to section 176 the following: ``177. Parking for commercial motor vehicles.''. SEC. 4. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. There are authorized to be appropriated out of the general fund of the Treasury for projects for commercial vehicle parking under section 177 of title 23, United States Code (as added by this Act)-- (1) $175,000,000 for fiscal year 2023; (2) $185,000,000 for fiscal year 2024; (3) $195,000,000 for fiscal year 2025; and (4) $200,000,000 for fiscal year 2026. SEC. 5. PROHIBITION ON USE OF FUNDS. None of the funds made available to carry out the Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act, or the amendments made by such Act, may be used for electric vehicle or electric truck charging. Union Calendar No. 448 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 2187 [Report No. 117-622] _______________________________________________________________________

Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act

To amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to set aside certain funds to provide parking for commercial motor vehicles on the Federal-aid highway system, and for other purposes.

Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act

Rep. Bost, Mike

R

IL

This bill authorizes appropriations through FY2026 to the Department of Transportation (DOT) to provide parking for commercial motor vehicles on the federal-aid highway system. DOT must provide competitive grants to states, metropolitan planning organizations, local governments, and tribal governments for projects that improve the safety of commercial motor vehicle operators and provide parking for commercial motor vehicles on federal-aid highways or on a facility with reasonable access to such a highway or a freight facility. The federal share for a project carried out in accordance with the bill shall be up to 100%.

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act''. 2. SENSE OF CONGRESS. 3. PARKING FOR COMMERCIAL MOTOR VEHICLES. ``(c) Application Contents.--An application submitted under subsection (b) shall contain-- ``(1) a description of the proposed project; and ``(2) any other information that the Secretary may require. ``(d) Eligible Entities.--The following entities shall be eligible to receive amounts under this section: ``(1) A State. ``(5) A Tribal government or a consortium of Tribal governments. ``(f) Eligible Projects.-- ``(1) In general.--An entity may use a grant awarded under this section for a project described in paragraph (2) that is on-- ``(A) a Federal-aid highway; or ``(B) a facility with reasonable access to-- ``(i) a Federal-aid highway; or ``(ii) a freight facility. ``(2) Projects described.--A project described in this paragraph is a project to-- ``(A) construct safety rest areas (as such term is defined in section 120(c)) that include parking for commercial motor vehicles; ``(B) construct additional commercial motor vehicle parking capacity-- ``(i) adjacent to private commercial truck stops and travel plazas; ``(ii) within the boundaries of, or adjacent to, a publicly owned freight facility, including a port terminal operated by a public authority; and ``(iii) at existing facilities, including inspection and weigh stations and park-and-ride locations; ``(C) open existing weigh stations, safety rest areas, and park-and-ride facilities to commercial motor vehicle parking; ``(D) construct or make capital improvements to existing public commercial motor vehicle parking facilities to expand parking utilization and availability, including at seasonal facilities; ``(E) identify, promote, and manage the availability of publicly and privately provided commercial motor vehicle parking, such as through the use of intelligent transportation systems; ``(F) improve the safety of commercial motor vehicle operators at parking facilities as part of a project described in subparagraphs (A) through (D); or ``(G) improve a parking facility, including through truck stop electrification systems, as defined in section 101(a), and other improvements determined appropriate by the Secretary, as part of a project described in subparagraphs (A) through (D). ``(2) Results.--The Secretary shall make the report and subsequent updated reports under paragraph (1) available to the public on the website of the Department of Transportation. 4. There are authorized to be appropriated out of the general fund of the Treasury for projects for commercial vehicle parking under section 177 of title 23, United States Code (as added by this Act)-- (1) $175,000,000 for fiscal year 2023; (2) $185,000,000 for fiscal year 2024; (3) $195,000,000 for fiscal year 2025; and (4) $200,000,000 for fiscal year 2026. SEC. 5. PROHIBITION ON USE OF FUNDS.

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act''. 2. SENSE OF CONGRESS. 3. PARKING FOR COMMERCIAL MOTOR VEHICLES. ``(c) Application Contents.--An application submitted under subsection (b) shall contain-- ``(1) a description of the proposed project; and ``(2) any other information that the Secretary may require. ``(d) Eligible Entities.--The following entities shall be eligible to receive amounts under this section: ``(1) A State. ``(5) A Tribal government or a consortium of Tribal governments. ``(f) Eligible Projects.-- ``(1) In general.--An entity may use a grant awarded under this section for a project described in paragraph (2) that is on-- ``(A) a Federal-aid highway; or ``(B) a facility with reasonable access to-- ``(i) a Federal-aid highway; or ``(ii) a freight facility. ``(2) Results.--The Secretary shall make the report and subsequent updated reports under paragraph (1) available to the public on the website of the Department of Transportation. 4. There are authorized to be appropriated out of the general fund of the Treasury for projects for commercial vehicle parking under section 177 of title 23, United States Code (as added by this Act)-- (1) $175,000,000 for fiscal year 2023; (2) $185,000,000 for fiscal year 2024; (3) $195,000,000 for fiscal year 2025; and (4) $200,000,000 for fiscal year 2026. SEC. 5. PROHIBITION ON USE OF FUNDS.

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act''. 2. SENSE OF CONGRESS. 3. PARKING FOR COMMERCIAL MOTOR VEHICLES. ``(c) Application Contents.--An application submitted under subsection (b) shall contain-- ``(1) a description of the proposed project; and ``(2) any other information that the Secretary may require. ``(d) Eligible Entities.--The following entities shall be eligible to receive amounts under this section: ``(1) A State. ``(2) A metropolitan planning organization. ``(3) A unit of local government. ``(5) A Tribal government or a consortium of Tribal governments. ``(f) Eligible Projects.-- ``(1) In general.--An entity may use a grant awarded under this section for a project described in paragraph (2) that is on-- ``(A) a Federal-aid highway; or ``(B) a facility with reasonable access to-- ``(i) a Federal-aid highway; or ``(ii) a freight facility. ``(2) Projects described.--A project described in this paragraph is a project to-- ``(A) construct safety rest areas (as such term is defined in section 120(c)) that include parking for commercial motor vehicles; ``(B) construct additional commercial motor vehicle parking capacity-- ``(i) adjacent to private commercial truck stops and travel plazas; ``(ii) within the boundaries of, or adjacent to, a publicly owned freight facility, including a port terminal operated by a public authority; and ``(iii) at existing facilities, including inspection and weigh stations and park-and-ride locations; ``(C) open existing weigh stations, safety rest areas, and park-and-ride facilities to commercial motor vehicle parking; ``(D) construct or make capital improvements to existing public commercial motor vehicle parking facilities to expand parking utilization and availability, including at seasonal facilities; ``(E) identify, promote, and manage the availability of publicly and privately provided commercial motor vehicle parking, such as through the use of intelligent transportation systems; ``(F) improve the safety of commercial motor vehicle operators at parking facilities as part of a project described in subparagraphs (A) through (D); or ``(G) improve a parking facility, including through truck stop electrification systems, as defined in section 101(a), and other improvements determined appropriate by the Secretary, as part of a project described in subparagraphs (A) through (D). ``(i) Federal Share.--Notwithstanding section 120, the Federal share for a project carried out under this subsection shall be up to 100 percent. ``(l) Notification of Congress.--Not less than 3 business days before making a grant for a project under this section, the Secretary shall notify, in writing, the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on the Environment and Public Works of the Senate of the intention to award such a grant. ``(2) Results.--The Secretary shall make the report and subsequent updated reports under paragraph (1) available to the public on the website of the Department of Transportation. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The analysis for chapter 1 of title 23, United States Code, is amended by adding after the item relating to section 176 the following: ``177. 4. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. There are authorized to be appropriated out of the general fund of the Treasury for projects for commercial vehicle parking under section 177 of title 23, United States Code (as added by this Act)-- (1) $175,000,000 for fiscal year 2023; (2) $185,000,000 for fiscal year 2024; (3) $195,000,000 for fiscal year 2025; and (4) $200,000,000 for fiscal year 2026. SEC. 5. PROHIBITION ON USE OF FUNDS. None of the funds made available to carry out the Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act, or the amendments made by such Act, may be used for electric vehicle or electric truck charging. Union Calendar No. 448 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 2187 [Report No. 117-622] _______________________________________________________________________

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act''. 2. SENSE OF CONGRESS. It is the sense of Congress that it should be a national priority to address the shortage of parking for commercial motor vehicles on the Federal-aid highway system to improve highway safety. 3. PARKING FOR COMMERCIAL MOTOR VEHICLES. ``(c) Application Contents.--An application submitted under subsection (b) shall contain-- ``(1) a description of the proposed project; and ``(2) any other information that the Secretary may require. ``(d) Eligible Entities.--The following entities shall be eligible to receive amounts under this section: ``(1) A State. ``(2) A metropolitan planning organization. ``(3) A unit of local government. ``(5) A Tribal government or a consortium of Tribal governments. ``(6) A multistate or multijurisdictional group of entities described in paragraphs (1) through (5). ``(f) Eligible Projects.-- ``(1) In general.--An entity may use a grant awarded under this section for a project described in paragraph (2) that is on-- ``(A) a Federal-aid highway; or ``(B) a facility with reasonable access to-- ``(i) a Federal-aid highway; or ``(ii) a freight facility. ``(2) Projects described.--A project described in this paragraph is a project to-- ``(A) construct safety rest areas (as such term is defined in section 120(c)) that include parking for commercial motor vehicles; ``(B) construct additional commercial motor vehicle parking capacity-- ``(i) adjacent to private commercial truck stops and travel plazas; ``(ii) within the boundaries of, or adjacent to, a publicly owned freight facility, including a port terminal operated by a public authority; and ``(iii) at existing facilities, including inspection and weigh stations and park-and-ride locations; ``(C) open existing weigh stations, safety rest areas, and park-and-ride facilities to commercial motor vehicle parking; ``(D) construct or make capital improvements to existing public commercial motor vehicle parking facilities to expand parking utilization and availability, including at seasonal facilities; ``(E) identify, promote, and manage the availability of publicly and privately provided commercial motor vehicle parking, such as through the use of intelligent transportation systems; ``(F) improve the safety of commercial motor vehicle operators at parking facilities as part of a project described in subparagraphs (A) through (D); or ``(G) improve a parking facility, including through truck stop electrification systems, as defined in section 101(a), and other improvements determined appropriate by the Secretary, as part of a project described in subparagraphs (A) through (D). ``(g) Use of Funds.-- ``(1) In general.--An eligible entity may use a grant under this section for-- ``(A) development phase activities, including planning, feasibility analysis, benefit-cost analysis, environmental review, preliminary engineering and design work, and other preconstruction activities necessary to advance a project under this section; and ``(B) construction and operational improvements. ``(i) Federal Share.--Notwithstanding section 120, the Federal share for a project carried out under this subsection shall be up to 100 percent. ``(k) Prohibition on Charging Fees.--To be eligible for a grant under this section, an eligible entity shall agree that no fees will be charged to a commercial motor vehicle to access parking constructed, opened, or improved with a grant under this section. ``(l) Notification of Congress.--Not less than 3 business days before making a grant for a project under this section, the Secretary shall notify, in writing, the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on the Environment and Public Works of the Senate of the intention to award such a grant. ``(m) Survey and Comparative Assessment.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this subsection, and every 2 years thereafter, the Secretary, in consultation with appropriate State motor carrier safety personnel, motor carriers, State departments of transportation, and private providers of commercial motor vehicle parking shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on the Environment and Public Works of the Senate a report that-- ``(A) evaluates the availability of adequate parking and rest facilities, taking into account both private and public facilities, for commercial motor vehicles engaged in interstate transportation; ``(B) evaluates the effectiveness of the projects funded under this section in improving access to commercial motor vehicle parking; ``(C) evaluates the ability of entities receiving a grant under this section to sustain the operation of parking facilities constructed with funds provided under this section; and ``(D) reports on the progress being made to provide adequate commercial motor vehicle parking facilities in the State. ``(2) Results.--The Secretary shall make the report and subsequent updated reports under paragraph (1) available to the public on the website of the Department of Transportation. ``(3) Alignment of reports.--In carrying out this subsection, the Secretary shall consider the results of the commercial motor vehicle parking facilities assessments of the States under section 70202 of title 49 and seek to align the contents of the report and reporting deadlines under paragraph (1) with the requirements of such section. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The analysis for chapter 1 of title 23, United States Code, is amended by adding after the item relating to section 176 the following: ``177. 4. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. There are authorized to be appropriated out of the general fund of the Treasury for projects for commercial vehicle parking under section 177 of title 23, United States Code (as added by this Act)-- (1) $175,000,000 for fiscal year 2023; (2) $185,000,000 for fiscal year 2024; (3) $195,000,000 for fiscal year 2025; and (4) $200,000,000 for fiscal year 2026. SEC. 5. PROHIBITION ON USE OF FUNDS. None of the funds made available to carry out the Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act, or the amendments made by such Act, may be used for electric vehicle or electric truck charging. Union Calendar No. 448 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 2187 [Report No. 117-622] _______________________________________________________________________

To amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to set aside certain funds to provide parking for commercial motor vehicles on the Federal-aid highway system, and for other purposes. Parking for commercial motor vehicles ``(a) Grant Authority.--Subject to the availability of funds, the Secretary shall make grants under this section, on a competitive basis, to eligible entities for projects to provide parking for commercial motor vehicles and improve the safety of commercial motor vehicle operators. ``(d) Eligible Entities.--The following entities shall be eligible to receive amounts under this section: ``(1) A State. ``(5) A Tribal government or a consortium of Tribal governments. ``(3) Publicly accessible parking.--Commercial motor vehicle parking constructed or opened with a grant under this section shall be open and accessible to all commercial motor vehicle operators. ``(g) Use of Funds.-- ``(1) In general.--An eligible entity may use a grant under this section for-- ``(A) development phase activities, including planning, feasibility analysis, benefit-cost analysis, environmental review, preliminary engineering and design work, and other preconstruction activities necessary to advance a project under this section; and ``(B) construction and operational improvements. ``(2) Limitation.-- ``(A) In general.--An eligible entity may use not more than 25 percent of the amount of a grant under this section for activities described in paragraph (1)(A). ``(i) Federal Share.--Notwithstanding section 120, the Federal share for a project carried out under this subsection shall be up to 100 percent. ``(2) Period of availability.--Funds appropriated for projects under this section shall remain available for a period of 3 years after the last day of the fiscal year in which the funds are made available. ``(2) Results.--The Secretary shall make the report and subsequent updated reports under paragraph (1) available to the public on the website of the Department of Transportation. ``(3) Alignment of reports.--In carrying out this subsection, the Secretary shall consider the results of the commercial motor vehicle parking facilities assessments of the States under section 70202 of title 49 and seek to align the contents of the report and reporting deadlines under paragraph (1) with the requirements of such section. ``(n) Commercial Motor Vehicle Defined.--In this section, the term `commercial motor vehicle' has the meaning given such term in section 31132 of title 49.''. ( There are authorized to be appropriated out of the general fund of the Treasury for projects for commercial vehicle parking under section 177 of title 23, United States Code (as added by this Act)-- (1) $175,000,000 for fiscal year 2023; (2) $185,000,000 for fiscal year 2024; (3) $195,000,000 for fiscal year 2025; and (4) $200,000,000 for fiscal year 2026.

To amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to set aside certain funds to provide parking for commercial motor vehicles on the Federal-aid highway system, and for other purposes. Parking for commercial motor vehicles ``(a) Grant Authority.--Subject to the availability of funds, the Secretary shall make grants under this section, on a competitive basis, to eligible entities for projects to provide parking for commercial motor vehicles and improve the safety of commercial motor vehicle operators. ``(b) Applications.--To be eligible for a grant under this section, an eligible entity shall submit to the Secretary an application at such time and in such manner as the Secretary may require. ``(5) A Tribal government or a consortium of Tribal governments. ``(f) Eligible Projects.-- ``(1) In general.--An entity may use a grant awarded under this section for a project described in paragraph (2) that is on-- ``(A) a Federal-aid highway; or ``(B) a facility with reasonable access to-- ``(i) a Federal-aid highway; or ``(ii) a freight facility. ``(3) Publicly accessible parking.--Commercial motor vehicle parking constructed or opened with a grant under this section shall be open and accessible to all commercial motor vehicle operators. ``(2) Limitation.-- ``(A) In general.--An eligible entity may use not more than 25 percent of the amount of a grant under this section for activities described in paragraph (1)(A). ``(2) Period of availability.--Funds appropriated for projects under this section shall remain available for a period of 3 years after the last day of the fiscal year in which the funds are made available. ``(2) Results.--The Secretary shall make the report and subsequent updated reports under paragraph (1) available to the public on the website of the Department of Transportation. ``(3) Alignment of reports.--In carrying out this subsection, the Secretary shall consider the results of the commercial motor vehicle parking facilities assessments of the States under section 70202 of title 49 and seek to align the contents of the report and reporting deadlines under paragraph (1) with the requirements of such section. There are authorized to be appropriated out of the general fund of the Treasury for projects for commercial vehicle parking under section 177 of title 23, United States Code (as added by this Act)-- (1) $175,000,000 for fiscal year 2023; (2) $185,000,000 for fiscal year 2024; (3) $195,000,000 for fiscal year 2025; and (4) $200,000,000 for fiscal year 2026. 448 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 2187 [Report No.

To amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to set aside certain funds to provide parking for commercial motor vehicles on the Federal-aid highway system, and for other purposes. Parking for commercial motor vehicles ``(a) Grant Authority.--Subject to the availability of funds, the Secretary shall make grants under this section, on a competitive basis, to eligible entities for projects to provide parking for commercial motor vehicles and improve the safety of commercial motor vehicle operators. ``(b) Applications.--To be eligible for a grant under this section, an eligible entity shall submit to the Secretary an application at such time and in such manner as the Secretary may require. ``(5) A Tribal government or a consortium of Tribal governments. ``(f) Eligible Projects.-- ``(1) In general.--An entity may use a grant awarded under this section for a project described in paragraph (2) that is on-- ``(A) a Federal-aid highway; or ``(B) a facility with reasonable access to-- ``(i) a Federal-aid highway; or ``(ii) a freight facility. ``(3) Publicly accessible parking.--Commercial motor vehicle parking constructed or opened with a grant under this section shall be open and accessible to all commercial motor vehicle operators. ``(2) Limitation.-- ``(A) In general.--An eligible entity may use not more than 25 percent of the amount of a grant under this section for activities described in paragraph (1)(A). ``(2) Period of availability.--Funds appropriated for projects under this section shall remain available for a period of 3 years after the last day of the fiscal year in which the funds are made available. ``(2) Results.--The Secretary shall make the report and subsequent updated reports under paragraph (1) available to the public on the website of the Department of Transportation. ``(3) Alignment of reports.--In carrying out this subsection, the Secretary shall consider the results of the commercial motor vehicle parking facilities assessments of the States under section 70202 of title 49 and seek to align the contents of the report and reporting deadlines under paragraph (1) with the requirements of such section. There are authorized to be appropriated out of the general fund of the Treasury for projects for commercial vehicle parking under section 177 of title 23, United States Code (as added by this Act)-- (1) $175,000,000 for fiscal year 2023; (2) $185,000,000 for fiscal year 2024; (3) $195,000,000 for fiscal year 2025; and (4) $200,000,000 for fiscal year 2026. 448 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 2187 [Report No.

To amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to set aside certain funds to provide parking for commercial motor vehicles on the Federal-aid highway system, and for other purposes. Parking for commercial motor vehicles ``(a) Grant Authority.--Subject to the availability of funds, the Secretary shall make grants under this section, on a competitive basis, to eligible entities for projects to provide parking for commercial motor vehicles and improve the safety of commercial motor vehicle operators. ``(d) Eligible Entities.--The following entities shall be eligible to receive amounts under this section: ``(1) A State. ``(5) A Tribal government or a consortium of Tribal governments. ``(3) Publicly accessible parking.--Commercial motor vehicle parking constructed or opened with a grant under this section shall be open and accessible to all commercial motor vehicle operators. ``(g) Use of Funds.-- ``(1) In general.--An eligible entity may use a grant under this section for-- ``(A) development phase activities, including planning, feasibility analysis, benefit-cost analysis, environmental review, preliminary engineering and design work, and other preconstruction activities necessary to advance a project under this section; and ``(B) construction and operational improvements. ``(2) Limitation.-- ``(A) In general.--An eligible entity may use not more than 25 percent of the amount of a grant under this section for activities described in paragraph (1)(A). ``(i) Federal Share.--Notwithstanding section 120, the Federal share for a project carried out under this subsection shall be up to 100 percent. ``(2) Period of availability.--Funds appropriated for projects under this section shall remain available for a period of 3 years after the last day of the fiscal year in which the funds are made available. ``(2) Results.--The Secretary shall make the report and subsequent updated reports under paragraph (1) available to the public on the website of the Department of Transportation. ``(3) Alignment of reports.--In carrying out this subsection, the Secretary shall consider the results of the commercial motor vehicle parking facilities assessments of the States under section 70202 of title 49 and seek to align the contents of the report and reporting deadlines under paragraph (1) with the requirements of such section. ``(n) Commercial Motor Vehicle Defined.--In this section, the term `commercial motor vehicle' has the meaning given such term in section 31132 of title 49.''. ( There are authorized to be appropriated out of the general fund of the Treasury for projects for commercial vehicle parking under section 177 of title 23, United States Code (as added by this Act)-- (1) $175,000,000 for fiscal year 2023; (2) $185,000,000 for fiscal year 2024; (3) $195,000,000 for fiscal year 2025; and (4) $200,000,000 for fiscal year 2026.

To amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to set aside certain funds to provide parking for commercial motor vehicles on the Federal-aid highway system, and for other purposes. Parking for commercial motor vehicles ``(a) Grant Authority.--Subject to the availability of funds, the Secretary shall make grants under this section, on a competitive basis, to eligible entities for projects to provide parking for commercial motor vehicles and improve the safety of commercial motor vehicle operators. ``(b) Applications.--To be eligible for a grant under this section, an eligible entity shall submit to the Secretary an application at such time and in such manner as the Secretary may require. ``(5) A Tribal government or a consortium of Tribal governments. ``(f) Eligible Projects.-- ``(1) In general.--An entity may use a grant awarded under this section for a project described in paragraph (2) that is on-- ``(A) a Federal-aid highway; or ``(B) a facility with reasonable access to-- ``(i) a Federal-aid highway; or ``(ii) a freight facility. ``(3) Publicly accessible parking.--Commercial motor vehicle parking constructed or opened with a grant under this section shall be open and accessible to all commercial motor vehicle operators. ``(2) Limitation.-- ``(A) In general.--An eligible entity may use not more than 25 percent of the amount of a grant under this section for activities described in paragraph (1)(A). ``(2) Period of availability.--Funds appropriated for projects under this section shall remain available for a period of 3 years after the last day of the fiscal year in which the funds are made available. ``(2) Results.--The Secretary shall make the report and subsequent updated reports under paragraph (1) available to the public on the website of the Department of Transportation. ``(3) Alignment of reports.--In carrying out this subsection, the Secretary shall consider the results of the commercial motor vehicle parking facilities assessments of the States under section 70202 of title 49 and seek to align the contents of the report and reporting deadlines under paragraph (1) with the requirements of such section. There are authorized to be appropriated out of the general fund of the Treasury for projects for commercial vehicle parking under section 177 of title 23, United States Code (as added by this Act)-- (1) $175,000,000 for fiscal year 2023; (2) $185,000,000 for fiscal year 2024; (3) $195,000,000 for fiscal year 2025; and (4) $200,000,000 for fiscal year 2026. 448 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 2187 [Report No.

To amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to set aside certain funds to provide parking for commercial motor vehicles on the Federal-aid highway system, and for other purposes. Parking for commercial motor vehicles ``(a) Grant Authority.--Subject to the availability of funds, the Secretary shall make grants under this section, on a competitive basis, to eligible entities for projects to provide parking for commercial motor vehicles and improve the safety of commercial motor vehicle operators. ``(d) Eligible Entities.--The following entities shall be eligible to receive amounts under this section: ``(1) A State. ``(5) A Tribal government or a consortium of Tribal governments. ``(3) Publicly accessible parking.--Commercial motor vehicle parking constructed or opened with a grant under this section shall be open and accessible to all commercial motor vehicle operators. ``(g) Use of Funds.-- ``(1) In general.--An eligible entity may use a grant under this section for-- ``(A) development phase activities, including planning, feasibility analysis, benefit-cost analysis, environmental review, preliminary engineering and design work, and other preconstruction activities necessary to advance a project under this section; and ``(B) construction and operational improvements. ``(2) Limitation.-- ``(A) In general.--An eligible entity may use not more than 25 percent of the amount of a grant under this section for activities described in paragraph (1)(A). ``(i) Federal Share.--Notwithstanding section 120, the Federal share for a project carried out under this subsection shall be up to 100 percent. ``(2) Period of availability.--Funds appropriated for projects under this section shall remain available for a period of 3 years after the last day of the fiscal year in which the funds are made available. ``(2) Results.--The Secretary shall make the report and subsequent updated reports under paragraph (1) available to the public on the website of the Department of Transportation. ``(3) Alignment of reports.--In carrying out this subsection, the Secretary shall consider the results of the commercial motor vehicle parking facilities assessments of the States under section 70202 of title 49 and seek to align the contents of the report and reporting deadlines under paragraph (1) with the requirements of such section. ``(n) Commercial Motor Vehicle Defined.--In this section, the term `commercial motor vehicle' has the meaning given such term in section 31132 of title 49.''. ( There are authorized to be appropriated out of the general fund of the Treasury for projects for commercial vehicle parking under section 177 of title 23, United States Code (as added by this Act)-- (1) $175,000,000 for fiscal year 2023; (2) $185,000,000 for fiscal year 2024; (3) $195,000,000 for fiscal year 2025; and (4) $200,000,000 for fiscal year 2026.

To amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to set aside certain funds to provide parking for commercial motor vehicles on the Federal-aid highway system, and for other purposes. Parking for commercial motor vehicles ``(a) Grant Authority.--Subject to the availability of funds, the Secretary shall make grants under this section, on a competitive basis, to eligible entities for projects to provide parking for commercial motor vehicles and improve the safety of commercial motor vehicle operators. ``(b) Applications.--To be eligible for a grant under this section, an eligible entity shall submit to the Secretary an application at such time and in such manner as the Secretary may require. ``(5) A Tribal government or a consortium of Tribal governments. ``(f) Eligible Projects.-- ``(1) In general.--An entity may use a grant awarded under this section for a project described in paragraph (2) that is on-- ``(A) a Federal-aid highway; or ``(B) a facility with reasonable access to-- ``(i) a Federal-aid highway; or ``(ii) a freight facility. ``(3) Publicly accessible parking.--Commercial motor vehicle parking constructed or opened with a grant under this section shall be open and accessible to all commercial motor vehicle operators. ``(2) Limitation.-- ``(A) In general.--An eligible entity may use not more than 25 percent of the amount of a grant under this section for activities described in paragraph (1)(A). ``(2) Period of availability.--Funds appropriated for projects under this section shall remain available for a period of 3 years after the last day of the fiscal year in which the funds are made available. ``(2) Results.--The Secretary shall make the report and subsequent updated reports under paragraph (1) available to the public on the website of the Department of Transportation. ``(3) Alignment of reports.--In carrying out this subsection, the Secretary shall consider the results of the commercial motor vehicle parking facilities assessments of the States under section 70202 of title 49 and seek to align the contents of the report and reporting deadlines under paragraph (1) with the requirements of such section. There are authorized to be appropriated out of the general fund of the Treasury for projects for commercial vehicle parking under section 177 of title 23, United States Code (as added by this Act)-- (1) $175,000,000 for fiscal year 2023; (2) $185,000,000 for fiscal year 2024; (3) $195,000,000 for fiscal year 2025; and (4) $200,000,000 for fiscal year 2026. 448 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 2187 [Report No.

To amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to set aside certain funds to provide parking for commercial motor vehicles on the Federal-aid highway system, and for other purposes. Parking for commercial motor vehicles ``(a) Grant Authority.--Subject to the availability of funds, the Secretary shall make grants under this section, on a competitive basis, to eligible entities for projects to provide parking for commercial motor vehicles and improve the safety of commercial motor vehicle operators. ``(d) Eligible Entities.--The following entities shall be eligible to receive amounts under this section: ``(1) A State. ``(5) A Tribal government or a consortium of Tribal governments. ``(3) Publicly accessible parking.--Commercial motor vehicle parking constructed or opened with a grant under this section shall be open and accessible to all commercial motor vehicle operators. ``(g) Use of Funds.-- ``(1) In general.--An eligible entity may use a grant under this section for-- ``(A) development phase activities, including planning, feasibility analysis, benefit-cost analysis, environmental review, preliminary engineering and design work, and other preconstruction activities necessary to advance a project under this section; and ``(B) construction and operational improvements. ``(2) Limitation.-- ``(A) In general.--An eligible entity may use not more than 25 percent of the amount of a grant under this section for activities described in paragraph (1)(A). ``(i) Federal Share.--Notwithstanding section 120, the Federal share for a project carried out under this subsection shall be up to 100 percent. ``(2) Period of availability.--Funds appropriated for projects under this section shall remain available for a period of 3 years after the last day of the fiscal year in which the funds are made available. ``(2) Results.--The Secretary shall make the report and subsequent updated reports under paragraph (1) available to the public on the website of the Department of Transportation. ``(3) Alignment of reports.--In carrying out this subsection, the Secretary shall consider the results of the commercial motor vehicle parking facilities assessments of the States under section 70202 of title 49 and seek to align the contents of the report and reporting deadlines under paragraph (1) with the requirements of such section. ``(n) Commercial Motor Vehicle Defined.--In this section, the term `commercial motor vehicle' has the meaning given such term in section 31132 of title 49.''. ( There are authorized to be appropriated out of the general fund of the Treasury for projects for commercial vehicle parking under section 177 of title 23, United States Code (as added by this Act)-- (1) $175,000,000 for fiscal year 2023; (2) $185,000,000 for fiscal year 2024; (3) $195,000,000 for fiscal year 2025; and (4) $200,000,000 for fiscal year 2026.

To amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to set aside certain funds to provide parking for commercial motor vehicles on the Federal-aid highway system, and for other purposes. ``(2) Limitation.-- ``(A) In general.--An eligible entity may use not more than 25 percent of the amount of a grant under this section for activities described in paragraph (1)(A). There are authorized to be appropriated out of the general fund of the Treasury for projects for commercial vehicle parking under section 177 of title 23, United States Code (as added by this Act)-- (1) $175,000,000 for fiscal year 2023; (2) $185,000,000 for fiscal year 2024; (3) $195,000,000 for fiscal year 2025; and (4) $200,000,000 for fiscal year 2026. 448 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 2187 [Report No.

To amend title 23, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to set aside certain funds to provide parking for commercial motor vehicles on the Federal-aid highway system, and for other purposes. ``(i) Federal Share.--Notwithstanding section 120, the Federal share for a project carried out under this subsection shall be up to 100 percent. ``(2) Period of availability.--Funds appropriated for projects under this section shall remain available for a period of 3 years after the last day of the fiscal year in which the funds are made available. ``(3) Alignment of reports.--In carrying out this subsection, the Secretary shall consider the results of the commercial motor vehicle parking facilities assessments of the States under section 70202 of title 49 and seek to align the contents of the report and reporting deadlines under paragraph (1) with the requirements of such section.

H.R.198

International Affairs

Baseball Diplomacy Act This bill waives various embargo and immigration restrictions in order to allow Cuban nationals to enter the United States to play organized professional baseball. U.S. embargo authority may not regulate or prohibit various transactions by or on behalf of a Cuban national entering to play baseball, nor may the individual be prohibited from returning to Cuba with the earnings made from playing professional baseball. The President's authority to bar an alien whose entry is deemed to be detrimental to U.S. interests may not be used to deny a visa to a Cuban national entering to play baseball. An individual entering to play baseball may obtain a visa to remain in the United States only for the duration of the baseball season. The visa need not be renewed for reentry into the United States during the term of a contract between the individual and the team for which the individual played in the preceding season.

To waive certain prohibitions with respect to nationals of Cuba coming to the United States to play organized professional baseball. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Baseball Diplomacy Act''. SEC. 2. REMOVAL OF CERTAIN RESTRICTIONS. (a) Restriction on Embargo Authority.--The authorities of section 620(a) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, those authorities under section 5(b) of the Trading with the Enemy Act that were being exercised with respect to Cuba on July 1, 1977, as a result of a national emergency declared before that date, and are being exercised on the date of the enactment of this Act, and the authorities of section 203 of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act may not be exercised to regulate or prohibit-- (1) those transactions permitted under section 515.571 of title 31, Code of Federal Regulations, by or on behalf of a Cuban national who enters the United States from Cuba on a visa issued under section 101(a)(15)(H)(ii)(b) of the Immigration and Nationality Act for the purpose of playing organized professional baseball; and (2) a Cuban national described in paragraph (1) from returning to Cuba with the earnings made in playing organized professional baseball. (b) Restriction on Immigration Authority.--The authority contained in section 212(f) of the Immigration and Nationality Act may not be used to deny a visa described in subsection (a)(1) to a Cuban national for the purpose of playing organized professional baseball. (c) Inapplicability of Other Restrictions.--This section applies notwithstanding section 102(h) of the Cuban Liberty and Democratic Solidarity (LIBERTAD) Act of 1996. SEC. 3. DURATION OF VISA. A visa described in section 2(a)(1)-- (1) shall permit the alien to whom the visa is issued to remain in the United States only for the duration of the baseball season; and (2) need not be renewed for subsequent entries into the United States for the duration of a valid contract entered into between the alien and the professional baseball team with which the alien played in the preceding baseball season. <all>

Baseball Diplomacy Act

To waive certain prohibitions with respect to nationals of Cuba coming to the United States to play organized professional baseball.

Baseball Diplomacy Act

Rep. Cohen, Steve

D

TN

This bill waives various embargo and immigration restrictions in order to allow Cuban nationals to enter the United States to play organized professional baseball. U.S. embargo authority may not regulate or prohibit various transactions by or on behalf of a Cuban national entering to play baseball, nor may the individual be prohibited from returning to Cuba with the earnings made from playing professional baseball. The President's authority to bar an alien whose entry is deemed to be detrimental to U.S. interests may not be used to deny a visa to a Cuban national entering to play baseball. An individual entering to play baseball may obtain a visa to remain in the United States only for the duration of the baseball season. The visa need not be renewed for reentry into the United States during the term of a contract between the individual and the team for which the individual played in the preceding season.

To waive certain prohibitions with respect to nationals of Cuba coming to the United States to play organized professional baseball. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Baseball Diplomacy Act''. SEC. 2. REMOVAL OF CERTAIN RESTRICTIONS. (a) Restriction on Embargo Authority.--The authorities of section 620(a) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, those authorities under section 5(b) of the Trading with the Enemy Act that were being exercised with respect to Cuba on July 1, 1977, as a result of a national emergency declared before that date, and are being exercised on the date of the enactment of this Act, and the authorities of section 203 of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act may not be exercised to regulate or prohibit-- (1) those transactions permitted under section 515.571 of title 31, Code of Federal Regulations, by or on behalf of a Cuban national who enters the United States from Cuba on a visa issued under section 101(a)(15)(H)(ii)(b) of the Immigration and Nationality Act for the purpose of playing organized professional baseball; and (2) a Cuban national described in paragraph (1) from returning to Cuba with the earnings made in playing organized professional baseball. (b) Restriction on Immigration Authority.--The authority contained in section 212(f) of the Immigration and Nationality Act may not be used to deny a visa described in subsection (a)(1) to a Cuban national for the purpose of playing organized professional baseball. (c) Inapplicability of Other Restrictions.--This section applies notwithstanding section 102(h) of the Cuban Liberty and Democratic Solidarity (LIBERTAD) Act of 1996. SEC. 3. DURATION OF VISA. A visa described in section 2(a)(1)-- (1) shall permit the alien to whom the visa is issued to remain in the United States only for the duration of the baseball season; and (2) need not be renewed for subsequent entries into the United States for the duration of a valid contract entered into between the alien and the professional baseball team with which the alien played in the preceding baseball season. <all>

To waive certain prohibitions with respect to nationals of Cuba coming to the United States to play organized professional baseball. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Baseball Diplomacy Act''. SEC. 2. REMOVAL OF CERTAIN RESTRICTIONS. (a) Restriction on Embargo Authority.--The authorities of section 620(a) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, those authorities under section 5(b) of the Trading with the Enemy Act that were being exercised with respect to Cuba on July 1, 1977, as a result of a national emergency declared before that date, and are being exercised on the date of the enactment of this Act, and the authorities of section 203 of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act may not be exercised to regulate or prohibit-- (1) those transactions permitted under section 515.571 of title 31, Code of Federal Regulations, by or on behalf of a Cuban national who enters the United States from Cuba on a visa issued under section 101(a)(15)(H)(ii)(b) of the Immigration and Nationality Act for the purpose of playing organized professional baseball; and (2) a Cuban national described in paragraph (1) from returning to Cuba with the earnings made in playing organized professional baseball. (b) Restriction on Immigration Authority.--The authority contained in section 212(f) of the Immigration and Nationality Act may not be used to deny a visa described in subsection (a)(1) to a Cuban national for the purpose of playing organized professional baseball. (c) Inapplicability of Other Restrictions.--This section applies notwithstanding section 102(h) of the Cuban Liberty and Democratic Solidarity (LIBERTAD) Act of 1996. SEC. 3. DURATION OF VISA. A visa described in section 2(a)(1)-- (1) shall permit the alien to whom the visa is issued to remain in the United States only for the duration of the baseball season; and (2) need not be renewed for subsequent entries into the United States for the duration of a valid contract entered into between the alien and the professional baseball team with which the alien played in the preceding baseball season. <all>

To waive certain prohibitions with respect to nationals of Cuba coming to the United States to play organized professional baseball. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Baseball Diplomacy Act''. SEC. 2. REMOVAL OF CERTAIN RESTRICTIONS. (a) Restriction on Embargo Authority.--The authorities of section 620(a) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, those authorities under section 5(b) of the Trading with the Enemy Act that were being exercised with respect to Cuba on July 1, 1977, as a result of a national emergency declared before that date, and are being exercised on the date of the enactment of this Act, and the authorities of section 203 of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act may not be exercised to regulate or prohibit-- (1) those transactions permitted under section 515.571 of title 31, Code of Federal Regulations, by or on behalf of a Cuban national who enters the United States from Cuba on a visa issued under section 101(a)(15)(H)(ii)(b) of the Immigration and Nationality Act for the purpose of playing organized professional baseball; and (2) a Cuban national described in paragraph (1) from returning to Cuba with the earnings made in playing organized professional baseball. (b) Restriction on Immigration Authority.--The authority contained in section 212(f) of the Immigration and Nationality Act may not be used to deny a visa described in subsection (a)(1) to a Cuban national for the purpose of playing organized professional baseball. (c) Inapplicability of Other Restrictions.--This section applies notwithstanding section 102(h) of the Cuban Liberty and Democratic Solidarity (LIBERTAD) Act of 1996. SEC. 3. DURATION OF VISA. A visa described in section 2(a)(1)-- (1) shall permit the alien to whom the visa is issued to remain in the United States only for the duration of the baseball season; and (2) need not be renewed for subsequent entries into the United States for the duration of a valid contract entered into between the alien and the professional baseball team with which the alien played in the preceding baseball season. <all>

To waive certain prohibitions with respect to nationals of Cuba coming to the United States to play organized professional baseball. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Baseball Diplomacy Act''. SEC. 2. REMOVAL OF CERTAIN RESTRICTIONS. (a) Restriction on Embargo Authority.--The authorities of section 620(a) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, those authorities under section 5(b) of the Trading with the Enemy Act that were being exercised with respect to Cuba on July 1, 1977, as a result of a national emergency declared before that date, and are being exercised on the date of the enactment of this Act, and the authorities of section 203 of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act may not be exercised to regulate or prohibit-- (1) those transactions permitted under section 515.571 of title 31, Code of Federal Regulations, by or on behalf of a Cuban national who enters the United States from Cuba on a visa issued under section 101(a)(15)(H)(ii)(b) of the Immigration and Nationality Act for the purpose of playing organized professional baseball; and (2) a Cuban national described in paragraph (1) from returning to Cuba with the earnings made in playing organized professional baseball. (b) Restriction on Immigration Authority.--The authority contained in section 212(f) of the Immigration and Nationality Act may not be used to deny a visa described in subsection (a)(1) to a Cuban national for the purpose of playing organized professional baseball. (c) Inapplicability of Other Restrictions.--This section applies notwithstanding section 102(h) of the Cuban Liberty and Democratic Solidarity (LIBERTAD) Act of 1996. SEC. 3. DURATION OF VISA. A visa described in section 2(a)(1)-- (1) shall permit the alien to whom the visa is issued to remain in the United States only for the duration of the baseball season; and (2) need not be renewed for subsequent entries into the United States for the duration of a valid contract entered into between the alien and the professional baseball team with which the alien played in the preceding baseball season. <all>

To waive certain prohibitions with respect to nationals of Cuba coming to the United States to play organized professional baseball. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. (b) Restriction on Immigration Authority.--The authority contained in section 212(f) of the Immigration and Nationality Act may not be used to deny a visa described in subsection (a)(1) to a Cuban national for the purpose of playing organized professional baseball. ( c) Inapplicability of Other Restrictions.--This section applies notwithstanding section 102(h) of the Cuban Liberty and Democratic Solidarity (LIBERTAD) Act of 1996.

To waive certain prohibitions with respect to nationals of Cuba coming to the United States to play organized professional baseball. b) Restriction on Immigration Authority.--The authority contained in section 212(f) of the Immigration and Nationality Act may not be used to deny a visa described in subsection (a)(1) to a Cuban national for the purpose of playing organized professional baseball. (

To waive certain prohibitions with respect to nationals of Cuba coming to the United States to play organized professional baseball. b) Restriction on Immigration Authority.--The authority contained in section 212(f) of the Immigration and Nationality Act may not be used to deny a visa described in subsection (a)(1) to a Cuban national for the purpose of playing organized professional baseball. (

To waive certain prohibitions with respect to nationals of Cuba coming to the United States to play organized professional baseball. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. (b) Restriction on Immigration Authority.--The authority contained in section 212(f) of the Immigration and Nationality Act may not be used to deny a visa described in subsection (a)(1) to a Cuban national for the purpose of playing organized professional baseball. ( c) Inapplicability of Other Restrictions.--This section applies notwithstanding section 102(h) of the Cuban Liberty and Democratic Solidarity (LIBERTAD) Act of 1996.

To waive certain prohibitions with respect to nationals of Cuba coming to the United States to play organized professional baseball. b) Restriction on Immigration Authority.--The authority contained in section 212(f) of the Immigration and Nationality Act may not be used to deny a visa described in subsection (a)(1) to a Cuban national for the purpose of playing organized professional baseball. (

To waive certain prohibitions with respect to nationals of Cuba coming to the United States to play organized professional baseball. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. (b) Restriction on Immigration Authority.--The authority contained in section 212(f) of the Immigration and Nationality Act may not be used to deny a visa described in subsection (a)(1) to a Cuban national for the purpose of playing organized professional baseball. ( c) Inapplicability of Other Restrictions.--This section applies notwithstanding section 102(h) of the Cuban Liberty and Democratic Solidarity (LIBERTAD) Act of 1996.

To waive certain prohibitions with respect to nationals of Cuba coming to the United States to play organized professional baseball. b) Restriction on Immigration Authority.--The authority contained in section 212(f) of the Immigration and Nationality Act may not be used to deny a visa described in subsection (a)(1) to a Cuban national for the purpose of playing organized professional baseball. (

To waive certain prohibitions with respect to nationals of Cuba coming to the United States to play organized professional baseball. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. (b) Restriction on Immigration Authority.--The authority contained in section 212(f) of the Immigration and Nationality Act may not be used to deny a visa described in subsection (a)(1) to a Cuban national for the purpose of playing organized professional baseball. ( c) Inapplicability of Other Restrictions.--This section applies notwithstanding section 102(h) of the Cuban Liberty and Democratic Solidarity (LIBERTAD) Act of 1996.

To waive certain prohibitions with respect to nationals of Cuba coming to the United States to play organized professional baseball. b) Restriction on Immigration Authority.--The authority contained in section 212(f) of the Immigration and Nationality Act may not be used to deny a visa described in subsection (a)(1) to a Cuban national for the purpose of playing organized professional baseball. (

To waive certain prohibitions with respect to nationals of Cuba coming to the United States to play organized professional baseball. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. (b) Restriction on Immigration Authority.--The authority contained in section 212(f) of the Immigration and Nationality Act may not be used to deny a visa described in subsection (a)(1) to a Cuban national for the purpose of playing organized professional baseball. ( c) Inapplicability of Other Restrictions.--This section applies notwithstanding section 102(h) of the Cuban Liberty and Democratic Solidarity (LIBERTAD) Act of 1996.

S.4467

Health

Protecting Access to Medication Abortion Act This bill directs the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to take steps to allow patients to receive prescriptions for mifepristone, a drug approved by the FDA for medical abortion, via telehealth and for prescriptions for the drug to be filled by mail. (Mifepristone is subject to a Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy, which imposes various safety-related requirements. During the COVID-19 public health emergency, the FDA suspended enforcement of the current strategy's requirement that the drug must be dispensed in person, and this suspension is still in effect. In December 2021, the FDA stated the data supported modifying the strategy to remove the in-person dispensing requirement.) Under this bill, the FDA must require the holder of the relevant approved drug application to submit a proposal to modify the strategy. The modification shall (1) remove the in-person dispensing requirement, (2) allow patients to access prescriptions for mifepristone via telehealth, and (3) authorize all pharmacies certified to dispense mifepristone to patients to do so via mail.

To preserve access to abortion medications. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Access to Medication Abortion Act''. SEC. 2. MODIFICATION OF REMS. (a) In General.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services (referred to in this section as the ``Secretary'') shall require the responsible person involved to submit a proposal under subsection (g)(4)(A) of section 505-1 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1) to modify the risk evaluation and mitigation strategy under such section that applies to mifepristone so that-- (1) the in-person dispensing requirement is removed from such risk evaluation and mitigation strategy; (2) patients may access prescriptions for such drug via telehealth; and (3) all pharmacies that are certified to dispense such drug are permitted to, at minimum, dispense and mail such drug to patients. (b) Modifications.--Nothing in subsection (a) shall be construed to prevent the Secretary from approving a modification to the risk evaluation and mitigation strategy for mifepristone based on sound scientific evidence and in accordance with section 505-1(h) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1(h)). Any modifications to such risk evaluation and mitigation strategy made after the proposal to modify required pursuant to subsection (a) shall be in accordance with the requirements under paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) of such subsection, unless the Secretary, based on sound scientific evidence and in accordance with section 505-1 of such Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1), determines that a risk evaluation and mitigation strategy for mifepristone is no longer necessary. (c) Clarification.--Nothing in subsection (a) shall be construed to limit the authority of the Secretary to impose the requirements described in paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) of such subsection to a risk evaluation and mitigation strategy under section 505-1 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1) for any drug other than mifepristone. (d) Definition.--In this section, the term ``mifepristone'' means mifepristone that is-- (1) approved under subsection (c) or (j) of section 505 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355); (2) indicated for medical abortion; and (3) subject to a risk evaluation and mitigation strategy under section 505-1 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1). <all>

Protecting Access to Medication Abortion Act

A bill to preserve access to abortion medications.

Protecting Access to Medication Abortion Act

Sen. Smith, Tina

D

MN

This bill directs the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to take steps to allow patients to receive prescriptions for mifepristone, a drug approved by the FDA for medical abortion, via telehealth and for prescriptions for the drug to be filled by mail. (Mifepristone is subject to a Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy, which imposes various safety-related requirements. During the COVID-19 public health emergency, the FDA suspended enforcement of the current strategy's requirement that the drug must be dispensed in person, and this suspension is still in effect. In December 2021, the FDA stated the data supported modifying the strategy to remove the in-person dispensing requirement.) Under this bill, the FDA must require the holder of the relevant approved drug application to submit a proposal to modify the strategy. The modification shall (1) remove the in-person dispensing requirement, (2) allow patients to access prescriptions for mifepristone via telehealth, and (3) authorize all pharmacies certified to dispense mifepristone to patients to do so via mail.

To preserve access to abortion medications. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Access to Medication Abortion Act''. SEC. 2. MODIFICATION OF REMS. (a) In General.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services (referred to in this section as the ``Secretary'') shall require the responsible person involved to submit a proposal under subsection (g)(4)(A) of section 505-1 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1) to modify the risk evaluation and mitigation strategy under such section that applies to mifepristone so that-- (1) the in-person dispensing requirement is removed from such risk evaluation and mitigation strategy; (2) patients may access prescriptions for such drug via telehealth; and (3) all pharmacies that are certified to dispense such drug are permitted to, at minimum, dispense and mail such drug to patients. (b) Modifications.--Nothing in subsection (a) shall be construed to prevent the Secretary from approving a modification to the risk evaluation and mitigation strategy for mifepristone based on sound scientific evidence and in accordance with section 505-1(h) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1(h)). Any modifications to such risk evaluation and mitigation strategy made after the proposal to modify required pursuant to subsection (a) shall be in accordance with the requirements under paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) of such subsection, unless the Secretary, based on sound scientific evidence and in accordance with section 505-1 of such Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1), determines that a risk evaluation and mitigation strategy for mifepristone is no longer necessary. (c) Clarification.--Nothing in subsection (a) shall be construed to limit the authority of the Secretary to impose the requirements described in paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) of such subsection to a risk evaluation and mitigation strategy under section 505-1 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1) for any drug other than mifepristone. (d) Definition.--In this section, the term ``mifepristone'' means mifepristone that is-- (1) approved under subsection (c) or (j) of section 505 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355); (2) indicated for medical abortion; and (3) subject to a risk evaluation and mitigation strategy under section 505-1 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1). <all>

To preserve access to abortion medications. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Access to Medication Abortion Act''. SEC. 2. MODIFICATION OF REMS. (a) In General.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services (referred to in this section as the ``Secretary'') shall require the responsible person involved to submit a proposal under subsection (g)(4)(A) of section 505-1 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1) to modify the risk evaluation and mitigation strategy under such section that applies to mifepristone so that-- (1) the in-person dispensing requirement is removed from such risk evaluation and mitigation strategy; (2) patients may access prescriptions for such drug via telehealth; and (3) all pharmacies that are certified to dispense such drug are permitted to, at minimum, dispense and mail such drug to patients. 355-1(h)). Any modifications to such risk evaluation and mitigation strategy made after the proposal to modify required pursuant to subsection (a) shall be in accordance with the requirements under paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) of such subsection, unless the Secretary, based on sound scientific evidence and in accordance with section 505-1 of such Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1), determines that a risk evaluation and mitigation strategy for mifepristone is no longer necessary. (c) Clarification.--Nothing in subsection (a) shall be construed to limit the authority of the Secretary to impose the requirements described in paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) of such subsection to a risk evaluation and mitigation strategy under section 505-1 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. (d) Definition.--In this section, the term ``mifepristone'' means mifepristone that is-- (1) approved under subsection (c) or (j) of section 505 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355); (2) indicated for medical abortion; and (3) subject to a risk evaluation and mitigation strategy under section 505-1 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1).

To preserve access to abortion medications. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Access to Medication Abortion Act''. SEC. 2. MODIFICATION OF REMS. (a) In General.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services (referred to in this section as the ``Secretary'') shall require the responsible person involved to submit a proposal under subsection (g)(4)(A) of section 505-1 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1) to modify the risk evaluation and mitigation strategy under such section that applies to mifepristone so that-- (1) the in-person dispensing requirement is removed from such risk evaluation and mitigation strategy; (2) patients may access prescriptions for such drug via telehealth; and (3) all pharmacies that are certified to dispense such drug are permitted to, at minimum, dispense and mail such drug to patients. (b) Modifications.--Nothing in subsection (a) shall be construed to prevent the Secretary from approving a modification to the risk evaluation and mitigation strategy for mifepristone based on sound scientific evidence and in accordance with section 505-1(h) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1(h)). Any modifications to such risk evaluation and mitigation strategy made after the proposal to modify required pursuant to subsection (a) shall be in accordance with the requirements under paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) of such subsection, unless the Secretary, based on sound scientific evidence and in accordance with section 505-1 of such Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1), determines that a risk evaluation and mitigation strategy for mifepristone is no longer necessary. (c) Clarification.--Nothing in subsection (a) shall be construed to limit the authority of the Secretary to impose the requirements described in paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) of such subsection to a risk evaluation and mitigation strategy under section 505-1 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1) for any drug other than mifepristone. (d) Definition.--In this section, the term ``mifepristone'' means mifepristone that is-- (1) approved under subsection (c) or (j) of section 505 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355); (2) indicated for medical abortion; and (3) subject to a risk evaluation and mitigation strategy under section 505-1 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1). <all>

To preserve access to abortion medications. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Access to Medication Abortion Act''. SEC. 2. MODIFICATION OF REMS. (a) In General.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services (referred to in this section as the ``Secretary'') shall require the responsible person involved to submit a proposal under subsection (g)(4)(A) of section 505-1 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1) to modify the risk evaluation and mitigation strategy under such section that applies to mifepristone so that-- (1) the in-person dispensing requirement is removed from such risk evaluation and mitigation strategy; (2) patients may access prescriptions for such drug via telehealth; and (3) all pharmacies that are certified to dispense such drug are permitted to, at minimum, dispense and mail such drug to patients. (b) Modifications.--Nothing in subsection (a) shall be construed to prevent the Secretary from approving a modification to the risk evaluation and mitigation strategy for mifepristone based on sound scientific evidence and in accordance with section 505-1(h) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1(h)). Any modifications to such risk evaluation and mitigation strategy made after the proposal to modify required pursuant to subsection (a) shall be in accordance with the requirements under paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) of such subsection, unless the Secretary, based on sound scientific evidence and in accordance with section 505-1 of such Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1), determines that a risk evaluation and mitigation strategy for mifepristone is no longer necessary. (c) Clarification.--Nothing in subsection (a) shall be construed to limit the authority of the Secretary to impose the requirements described in paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) of such subsection to a risk evaluation and mitigation strategy under section 505-1 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1) for any drug other than mifepristone. (d) Definition.--In this section, the term ``mifepristone'' means mifepristone that is-- (1) approved under subsection (c) or (j) of section 505 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355); (2) indicated for medical abortion; and (3) subject to a risk evaluation and mitigation strategy under section 505-1 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1). <all>

To preserve access to abortion medications. b) Modifications.--Nothing in subsection (a) shall be construed to prevent the Secretary from approving a modification to the risk evaluation and mitigation strategy for mifepristone based on sound scientific evidence and in accordance with section 505-1(h) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1(h)). Any modifications to such risk evaluation and mitigation strategy made after the proposal to modify required pursuant to subsection (a) shall be in accordance with the requirements under paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) of such subsection, unless the Secretary, based on sound scientific evidence and in accordance with section 505-1 of such Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1), determines that a risk evaluation and mitigation strategy for mifepristone is no longer necessary. ( c) Clarification.--Nothing in subsection (a) shall be construed to limit the authority of the Secretary to impose the requirements described in paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) of such subsection to a risk evaluation and mitigation strategy under section 505-1 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1) for any drug other than mifepristone. (

To preserve access to abortion medications. b) Modifications.--Nothing in subsection (a) shall be construed to prevent the Secretary from approving a modification to the risk evaluation and mitigation strategy for mifepristone based on sound scientific evidence and in accordance with section 505-1(h) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1(h)). (d) Definition.--In this section, the term ``mifepristone'' means mifepristone that is-- (1) approved under subsection (c) or (j) of section 505 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355); (2) indicated for medical abortion; and (3) subject to a risk evaluation and mitigation strategy under section 505-1 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1).

To preserve access to abortion medications. b) Modifications.--Nothing in subsection (a) shall be construed to prevent the Secretary from approving a modification to the risk evaluation and mitigation strategy for mifepristone based on sound scientific evidence and in accordance with section 505-1(h) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1(h)). (d) Definition.--In this section, the term ``mifepristone'' means mifepristone that is-- (1) approved under subsection (c) or (j) of section 505 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355); (2) indicated for medical abortion; and (3) subject to a risk evaluation and mitigation strategy under section 505-1 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1).

To preserve access to abortion medications. b) Modifications.--Nothing in subsection (a) shall be construed to prevent the Secretary from approving a modification to the risk evaluation and mitigation strategy for mifepristone based on sound scientific evidence and in accordance with section 505-1(h) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1(h)). Any modifications to such risk evaluation and mitigation strategy made after the proposal to modify required pursuant to subsection (a) shall be in accordance with the requirements under paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) of such subsection, unless the Secretary, based on sound scientific evidence and in accordance with section 505-1 of such Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1), determines that a risk evaluation and mitigation strategy for mifepristone is no longer necessary. ( c) Clarification.--Nothing in subsection (a) shall be construed to limit the authority of the Secretary to impose the requirements described in paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) of such subsection to a risk evaluation and mitigation strategy under section 505-1 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1) for any drug other than mifepristone. (

To preserve access to abortion medications. b) Modifications.--Nothing in subsection (a) shall be construed to prevent the Secretary from approving a modification to the risk evaluation and mitigation strategy for mifepristone based on sound scientific evidence and in accordance with section 505-1(h) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1(h)). (d) Definition.--In this section, the term ``mifepristone'' means mifepristone that is-- (1) approved under subsection (c) or (j) of section 505 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355); (2) indicated for medical abortion; and (3) subject to a risk evaluation and mitigation strategy under section 505-1 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1).

To preserve access to abortion medications. b) Modifications.--Nothing in subsection (a) shall be construed to prevent the Secretary from approving a modification to the risk evaluation and mitigation strategy for mifepristone based on sound scientific evidence and in accordance with section 505-1(h) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1(h)). Any modifications to such risk evaluation and mitigation strategy made after the proposal to modify required pursuant to subsection (a) shall be in accordance with the requirements under paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) of such subsection, unless the Secretary, based on sound scientific evidence and in accordance with section 505-1 of such Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1), determines that a risk evaluation and mitigation strategy for mifepristone is no longer necessary. ( c) Clarification.--Nothing in subsection (a) shall be construed to limit the authority of the Secretary to impose the requirements described in paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) of such subsection to a risk evaluation and mitigation strategy under section 505-1 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1) for any drug other than mifepristone. (

To preserve access to abortion medications. b) Modifications.--Nothing in subsection (a) shall be construed to prevent the Secretary from approving a modification to the risk evaluation and mitigation strategy for mifepristone based on sound scientific evidence and in accordance with section 505-1(h) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1(h)). (d) Definition.--In this section, the term ``mifepristone'' means mifepristone that is-- (1) approved under subsection (c) or (j) of section 505 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355); (2) indicated for medical abortion; and (3) subject to a risk evaluation and mitigation strategy under section 505-1 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1).

To preserve access to abortion medications. b) Modifications.--Nothing in subsection (a) shall be construed to prevent the Secretary from approving a modification to the risk evaluation and mitigation strategy for mifepristone based on sound scientific evidence and in accordance with section 505-1(h) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1(h)). Any modifications to such risk evaluation and mitigation strategy made after the proposal to modify required pursuant to subsection (a) shall be in accordance with the requirements under paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) of such subsection, unless the Secretary, based on sound scientific evidence and in accordance with section 505-1 of such Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1), determines that a risk evaluation and mitigation strategy for mifepristone is no longer necessary. ( c) Clarification.--Nothing in subsection (a) shall be construed to limit the authority of the Secretary to impose the requirements described in paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) of such subsection to a risk evaluation and mitigation strategy under section 505-1 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1) for any drug other than mifepristone. (

To preserve access to abortion medications. b) Modifications.--Nothing in subsection (a) shall be construed to prevent the Secretary from approving a modification to the risk evaluation and mitigation strategy for mifepristone based on sound scientific evidence and in accordance with section 505-1(h) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1(h)). (d) Definition.--In this section, the term ``mifepristone'' means mifepristone that is-- (1) approved under subsection (c) or (j) of section 505 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355); (2) indicated for medical abortion; and (3) subject to a risk evaluation and mitigation strategy under section 505-1 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1).

To preserve access to abortion medications. b) Modifications.--Nothing in subsection (a) shall be construed to prevent the Secretary from approving a modification to the risk evaluation and mitigation strategy for mifepristone based on sound scientific evidence and in accordance with section 505-1(h) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1(h)). Any modifications to such risk evaluation and mitigation strategy made after the proposal to modify required pursuant to subsection (a) shall be in accordance with the requirements under paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) of such subsection, unless the Secretary, based on sound scientific evidence and in accordance with section 505-1 of such Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1), determines that a risk evaluation and mitigation strategy for mifepristone is no longer necessary. ( c) Clarification.--Nothing in subsection (a) shall be construed to limit the authority of the Secretary to impose the requirements described in paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) of such subsection to a risk evaluation and mitigation strategy under section 505-1 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355-1) for any drug other than mifepristone. (

S.770

Crime and Law Enforcement

Handgun Purchaser Licensing Act This bill authorizes a grant program for states, local governments, and Indian tribes to implement and evaluate handgun purchaser licensing requirements.

To authorize for a grant program for handgun licensing programs, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Handgun Purchaser Licensing Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds as follows: (1) In 2019, 91.3 percent of firearm homicides in the United States in which a firearm type was specified were committed with a handgun. (2) Research by top national experts show that-- (A) adoption of handgun purchaser licensing laws are associated with significant reductions in firearm- related homicides; and (B) repeal of handgun purchaser licensing laws are associated with significant increases in firearm- related homicides. (3) Research on the effects of the adoption of a handgun purchaser licensing law in Connecticut in 1995 showed-- (A) a 27.8-percent reduction in the rate of firearm homicide; and (B) a 32.8-percent reduction in firearm suicide rates. (4) Published research has shown that the repeal of a handgun purchaser licensing law in Missouri in 2007 was associated with-- (A) a 47.3-percent increase in the rate of firearm homicide; and (B) a 23.5-percent increase in firearm suicide rates. (5) In States that have had effective handgun purchaser licensing laws for decades, such as Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and New York, the vast majority of firearms traced to crimes originated in States that do not have handgun purchaser licensing laws, which supports the need for handgun purchaser licensing laws in every State. (6) Research has shown that States with handgun purchaser licensing laws export far fewer firearms for criminal use in other States than States that lack handgun purchaser licensing laws. SEC. 3. GRANT PROGRAM AUTHORIZED FOR HANDGUN LICENSING. (a) In General.--Title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10101 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``PART PP--HANDGUN LICENSING GRANT PROGRAM ``SEC. 3061. DEFINITION. ``In this part, the term `handgun' has the meaning given the term in section 921(a) of title 18, United States Code. ``SEC. 3062. GRANT PROGRAM. ``(a) In General.--The Attorney General may award grants to States, units of local government, and Indian tribes for the development, implementation, and evaluation of handgun purchaser licensing requirements. ``(b) Program Authorized.--From the amounts appropriated to carry out this part, and not later than 90 days after such amounts are appropriated, the Attorney General shall award grants, on a competitive basis, to eligible applicants whose applications are approved under subsection (c) to assist such applicants in implementing and improving handgun purchaser licensing programs. ``(c) Application.--To be eligible to receive a grant under this part, a State, unit of local government, or Indian tribe shall submit to the Attorney General an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Attorney General may require, including-- ``(1) a description of the law that the applicant has enacted to require a license for any purchase of a handgun, including a description of any exemptions to such law; and ``(2) a description of how the applicant will use the grant to carry out or improve its handgun purchaser licensing program. ``(d) Eligibility Requirements.--To be eligible for a grant under this part, an applicant shall have in effect a handgun purchaser licensing law that includes the following requirements: ``(1) With respect to an individual applying for a handgun license or permit-- ``(A) the individual shall be-- ``(i) not less than 21 years old; and ``(ii) a citizen or national of the United States or an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence (as those terms are defined in section 101(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101(a))); ``(B) the individual shall apply for the handgun purchaser license or permit at a law enforcement agency in the State in which the individual resides; ``(C) the individual shall reapply for the handgun purchaser license or permit after a period not longer than 5 years; and ``(D) the individual shall, in connection with the application for the handgun purchaser license or permit-- ``(i) submit to a background investigation and a criminal history check, as established by the State, which shall ensure, at a minimum, that the individual is not prohibited from possessing a firearm under section 922(g) of title 18, United States Code; and ``(ii) submit fingerprints and photographs. ``(2) An individual who is prohibited from possessing a firearm under section 922(g) of title 18, United States Code, may not be issued a handgun purchasing license or permit. ``(e) Use of Funds.--Grant funds awarded under this part shall be used to improve the handgun purchaser licensing program of the grant recipient.''. (b) Authorization of Appropriations.--Section 1001(a) of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10261(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(29) There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary to carry out part PP.''. <all>

Handgun Purchaser Licensing Act

A bill to authorize for a grant program for handgun licensing programs, and for other purposes.

Handgun Purchaser Licensing Act

Sen. Van Hollen, Chris

D

MD

This bill authorizes a grant program for states, local governments, and Indian tribes to implement and evaluate handgun purchaser licensing requirements.

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. (2) Research by top national experts show that-- (A) adoption of handgun purchaser licensing laws are associated with significant reductions in firearm- related homicides; and (B) repeal of handgun purchaser licensing laws are associated with significant increases in firearm- related homicides. (3) Research on the effects of the adoption of a handgun purchaser licensing law in Connecticut in 1995 showed-- (A) a 27.8-percent reduction in the rate of firearm homicide; and (B) a 32.8-percent reduction in firearm suicide rates. (6) Research has shown that States with handgun purchaser licensing laws export far fewer firearms for criminal use in other States than States that lack handgun purchaser licensing laws. SEC. 3. GRANT PROGRAM AUTHORIZED FOR HANDGUN LICENSING. (a) In General.--Title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10101 et seq.) 3061. DEFINITION. ``In this part, the term `handgun' has the meaning given the term in section 921(a) of title 18, United States Code. 3062. ``(b) Program Authorized.--From the amounts appropriated to carry out this part, and not later than 90 days after such amounts are appropriated, the Attorney General shall award grants, on a competitive basis, to eligible applicants whose applications are approved under subsection (c) to assist such applicants in implementing and improving handgun purchaser licensing programs. ``(c) Application.--To be eligible to receive a grant under this part, a State, unit of local government, or Indian tribe shall submit to the Attorney General an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Attorney General may require, including-- ``(1) a description of the law that the applicant has enacted to require a license for any purchase of a handgun, including a description of any exemptions to such law; and ``(2) a description of how the applicant will use the grant to carry out or improve its handgun purchaser licensing program. 1101(a))); ``(B) the individual shall apply for the handgun purchaser license or permit at a law enforcement agency in the State in which the individual resides; ``(C) the individual shall reapply for the handgun purchaser license or permit after a period not longer than 5 years; and ``(D) the individual shall, in connection with the application for the handgun purchaser license or permit-- ``(i) submit to a background investigation and a criminal history check, as established by the State, which shall ensure, at a minimum, that the individual is not prohibited from possessing a firearm under section 922(g) of title 18, United States Code; and ``(ii) submit fingerprints and photographs. 10261(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(29) There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary to carry out part PP.''.

SHORT TITLE. 2. FINDINGS. (3) Research on the effects of the adoption of a handgun purchaser licensing law in Connecticut in 1995 showed-- (A) a 27.8-percent reduction in the rate of firearm homicide; and (B) a 32.8-percent reduction in firearm suicide rates. (6) Research has shown that States with handgun purchaser licensing laws export far fewer firearms for criminal use in other States than States that lack handgun purchaser licensing laws. SEC. 3. GRANT PROGRAM AUTHORIZED FOR HANDGUN LICENSING. (a) In General.--Title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10101 et seq.) 3061. DEFINITION. 3062. ``(c) Application.--To be eligible to receive a grant under this part, a State, unit of local government, or Indian tribe shall submit to the Attorney General an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Attorney General may require, including-- ``(1) a description of the law that the applicant has enacted to require a license for any purchase of a handgun, including a description of any exemptions to such law; and ``(2) a description of how the applicant will use the grant to carry out or improve its handgun purchaser licensing program. 1101(a))); ``(B) the individual shall apply for the handgun purchaser license or permit at a law enforcement agency in the State in which the individual resides; ``(C) the individual shall reapply for the handgun purchaser license or permit after a period not longer than 5 years; and ``(D) the individual shall, in connection with the application for the handgun purchaser license or permit-- ``(i) submit to a background investigation and a criminal history check, as established by the State, which shall ensure, at a minimum, that the individual is not prohibited from possessing a firearm under section 922(g) of title 18, United States Code; and ``(ii) submit fingerprints and photographs. 10261(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(29) There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary to carry out part PP.''.

To authorize for a grant program for handgun licensing programs, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds as follows: (1) In 2019, 91.3 percent of firearm homicides in the United States in which a firearm type was specified were committed with a handgun. (2) Research by top national experts show that-- (A) adoption of handgun purchaser licensing laws are associated with significant reductions in firearm- related homicides; and (B) repeal of handgun purchaser licensing laws are associated with significant increases in firearm- related homicides. (3) Research on the effects of the adoption of a handgun purchaser licensing law in Connecticut in 1995 showed-- (A) a 27.8-percent reduction in the rate of firearm homicide; and (B) a 32.8-percent reduction in firearm suicide rates. (4) Published research has shown that the repeal of a handgun purchaser licensing law in Missouri in 2007 was associated with-- (A) a 47.3-percent increase in the rate of firearm homicide; and (B) a 23.5-percent increase in firearm suicide rates. (5) In States that have had effective handgun purchaser licensing laws for decades, such as Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and New York, the vast majority of firearms traced to crimes originated in States that do not have handgun purchaser licensing laws, which supports the need for handgun purchaser licensing laws in every State. (6) Research has shown that States with handgun purchaser licensing laws export far fewer firearms for criminal use in other States than States that lack handgun purchaser licensing laws. SEC. 3. GRANT PROGRAM AUTHORIZED FOR HANDGUN LICENSING. (a) In General.--Title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10101 et seq.) 3061. DEFINITION. ``In this part, the term `handgun' has the meaning given the term in section 921(a) of title 18, United States Code. 3062. ``(b) Program Authorized.--From the amounts appropriated to carry out this part, and not later than 90 days after such amounts are appropriated, the Attorney General shall award grants, on a competitive basis, to eligible applicants whose applications are approved under subsection (c) to assist such applicants in implementing and improving handgun purchaser licensing programs. ``(c) Application.--To be eligible to receive a grant under this part, a State, unit of local government, or Indian tribe shall submit to the Attorney General an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Attorney General may require, including-- ``(1) a description of the law that the applicant has enacted to require a license for any purchase of a handgun, including a description of any exemptions to such law; and ``(2) a description of how the applicant will use the grant to carry out or improve its handgun purchaser licensing program. ``(d) Eligibility Requirements.--To be eligible for a grant under this part, an applicant shall have in effect a handgun purchaser licensing law that includes the following requirements: ``(1) With respect to an individual applying for a handgun license or permit-- ``(A) the individual shall be-- ``(i) not less than 21 years old; and ``(ii) a citizen or national of the United States or an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence (as those terms are defined in section 101(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101(a))); ``(B) the individual shall apply for the handgun purchaser license or permit at a law enforcement agency in the State in which the individual resides; ``(C) the individual shall reapply for the handgun purchaser license or permit after a period not longer than 5 years; and ``(D) the individual shall, in connection with the application for the handgun purchaser license or permit-- ``(i) submit to a background investigation and a criminal history check, as established by the State, which shall ensure, at a minimum, that the individual is not prohibited from possessing a firearm under section 922(g) of title 18, United States Code; and ``(ii) submit fingerprints and photographs. ``(e) Use of Funds.--Grant funds awarded under this part shall be used to improve the handgun purchaser licensing program of the grant recipient.''. 10261(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(29) There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary to carry out part PP.''.

To authorize for a grant program for handgun licensing programs, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Handgun Purchaser Licensing Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds as follows: (1) In 2019, 91.3 percent of firearm homicides in the United States in which a firearm type was specified were committed with a handgun. (2) Research by top national experts show that-- (A) adoption of handgun purchaser licensing laws are associated with significant reductions in firearm- related homicides; and (B) repeal of handgun purchaser licensing laws are associated with significant increases in firearm- related homicides. (3) Research on the effects of the adoption of a handgun purchaser licensing law in Connecticut in 1995 showed-- (A) a 27.8-percent reduction in the rate of firearm homicide; and (B) a 32.8-percent reduction in firearm suicide rates. (4) Published research has shown that the repeal of a handgun purchaser licensing law in Missouri in 2007 was associated with-- (A) a 47.3-percent increase in the rate of firearm homicide; and (B) a 23.5-percent increase in firearm suicide rates. (5) In States that have had effective handgun purchaser licensing laws for decades, such as Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and New York, the vast majority of firearms traced to crimes originated in States that do not have handgun purchaser licensing laws, which supports the need for handgun purchaser licensing laws in every State. (6) Research has shown that States with handgun purchaser licensing laws export far fewer firearms for criminal use in other States than States that lack handgun purchaser licensing laws. SEC. 3. GRANT PROGRAM AUTHORIZED FOR HANDGUN LICENSING. (a) In General.--Title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10101 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``PART PP--HANDGUN LICENSING GRANT PROGRAM ``SEC. 3061. DEFINITION. ``In this part, the term `handgun' has the meaning given the term in section 921(a) of title 18, United States Code. ``SEC. 3062. GRANT PROGRAM. ``(a) In General.--The Attorney General may award grants to States, units of local government, and Indian tribes for the development, implementation, and evaluation of handgun purchaser licensing requirements. ``(b) Program Authorized.--From the amounts appropriated to carry out this part, and not later than 90 days after such amounts are appropriated, the Attorney General shall award grants, on a competitive basis, to eligible applicants whose applications are approved under subsection (c) to assist such applicants in implementing and improving handgun purchaser licensing programs. ``(c) Application.--To be eligible to receive a grant under this part, a State, unit of local government, or Indian tribe shall submit to the Attorney General an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Attorney General may require, including-- ``(1) a description of the law that the applicant has enacted to require a license for any purchase of a handgun, including a description of any exemptions to such law; and ``(2) a description of how the applicant will use the grant to carry out or improve its handgun purchaser licensing program. ``(d) Eligibility Requirements.--To be eligible for a grant under this part, an applicant shall have in effect a handgun purchaser licensing law that includes the following requirements: ``(1) With respect to an individual applying for a handgun license or permit-- ``(A) the individual shall be-- ``(i) not less than 21 years old; and ``(ii) a citizen or national of the United States or an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence (as those terms are defined in section 101(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101(a))); ``(B) the individual shall apply for the handgun purchaser license or permit at a law enforcement agency in the State in which the individual resides; ``(C) the individual shall reapply for the handgun purchaser license or permit after a period not longer than 5 years; and ``(D) the individual shall, in connection with the application for the handgun purchaser license or permit-- ``(i) submit to a background investigation and a criminal history check, as established by the State, which shall ensure, at a minimum, that the individual is not prohibited from possessing a firearm under section 922(g) of title 18, United States Code; and ``(ii) submit fingerprints and photographs. ``(2) An individual who is prohibited from possessing a firearm under section 922(g) of title 18, United States Code, may not be issued a handgun purchasing license or permit. ``(e) Use of Funds.--Grant funds awarded under this part shall be used to improve the handgun purchaser licensing program of the grant recipient.''. (b) Authorization of Appropriations.--Section 1001(a) of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10261(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(29) There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary to carry out part PP.''. <all>

To authorize for a grant program for handgun licensing programs, and for other purposes. 3) Research on the effects of the adoption of a handgun purchaser licensing law in Connecticut in 1995 showed-- (A) a 27.8-percent reduction in the rate of firearm homicide; and (B) a 32.8-percent reduction in firearm suicide rates. ( (5) In States that have had effective handgun purchaser licensing laws for decades, such as Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and New York, the vast majority of firearms traced to crimes originated in States that do not have handgun purchaser licensing laws, which supports the need for handgun purchaser licensing laws in every State. ( ``(a) In General.--The Attorney General may award grants to States, units of local government, and Indian tribes for the development, implementation, and evaluation of handgun purchaser licensing requirements. ``(c) Application.--To be eligible to receive a grant under this part, a State, unit of local government, or Indian tribe shall submit to the Attorney General an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Attorney General may require, including-- ``(1) a description of the law that the applicant has enacted to require a license for any purchase of a handgun, including a description of any exemptions to such law; and ``(2) a description of how the applicant will use the grant to carry out or improve its handgun purchaser licensing program. ``(d) Eligibility Requirements.--To be eligible for a grant under this part, an applicant shall have in effect a handgun purchaser licensing law that includes the following requirements: ``(1) With respect to an individual applying for a handgun license or permit-- ``(A) the individual shall be-- ``(i) not less than 21 years old; and ``(ii) a citizen or national of the United States or an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence (as those terms are defined in section 101(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. ``(2) An individual who is prohibited from possessing a firearm under section 922(g) of title 18, United States Code, may not be issued a handgun purchasing license or permit. ``(e) Use of Funds.--Grant funds awarded under this part shall be used to improve the handgun purchaser licensing program of the grant recipient.''. (

To authorize for a grant program for handgun licensing programs, and for other purposes. 3) Research on the effects of the adoption of a handgun purchaser licensing law in Connecticut in 1995 showed-- (A) a 27.8-percent reduction in the rate of firearm homicide; and (B) a 32.8-percent reduction in firearm suicide rates. ( GRANT PROGRAM AUTHORIZED FOR HANDGUN LICENSING. ( ``(a) In General.--The Attorney General may award grants to States, units of local government, and Indian tribes for the development, implementation, and evaluation of handgun purchaser licensing requirements. ``(c) Application.--To be eligible to receive a grant under this part, a State, unit of local government, or Indian tribe shall submit to the Attorney General an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Attorney General may require, including-- ``(1) a description of the law that the applicant has enacted to require a license for any purchase of a handgun, including a description of any exemptions to such law; and ``(2) a description of how the applicant will use the grant to carry out or improve its handgun purchaser licensing program. ``(2) An individual who is prohibited from possessing a firearm under section 922(g) of title 18, United States Code, may not be issued a handgun purchasing license or permit. ``(e) Use of Funds.--Grant funds awarded under this part shall be used to improve the handgun purchaser licensing program of the grant recipient.''. (

To authorize for a grant program for handgun licensing programs, and for other purposes. 3) Research on the effects of the adoption of a handgun purchaser licensing law in Connecticut in 1995 showed-- (A) a 27.8-percent reduction in the rate of firearm homicide; and (B) a 32.8-percent reduction in firearm suicide rates. ( GRANT PROGRAM AUTHORIZED FOR HANDGUN LICENSING. ( ``(a) In General.--The Attorney General may award grants to States, units of local government, and Indian tribes for the development, implementation, and evaluation of handgun purchaser licensing requirements. ``(c) Application.--To be eligible to receive a grant under this part, a State, unit of local government, or Indian tribe shall submit to the Attorney General an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Attorney General may require, including-- ``(1) a description of the law that the applicant has enacted to require a license for any purchase of a handgun, including a description of any exemptions to such law; and ``(2) a description of how the applicant will use the grant to carry out or improve its handgun purchaser licensing program. ``(2) An individual who is prohibited from possessing a firearm under section 922(g) of title 18, United States Code, may not be issued a handgun purchasing license or permit. ``(e) Use of Funds.--Grant funds awarded under this part shall be used to improve the handgun purchaser licensing program of the grant recipient.''. (

To authorize for a grant program for handgun licensing programs, and for other purposes. 3) Research on the effects of the adoption of a handgun purchaser licensing law in Connecticut in 1995 showed-- (A) a 27.8-percent reduction in the rate of firearm homicide; and (B) a 32.8-percent reduction in firearm suicide rates. ( (5) In States that have had effective handgun purchaser licensing laws for decades, such as Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and New York, the vast majority of firearms traced to crimes originated in States that do not have handgun purchaser licensing laws, which supports the need for handgun purchaser licensing laws in every State. ( ``(a) In General.--The Attorney General may award grants to States, units of local government, and Indian tribes for the development, implementation, and evaluation of handgun purchaser licensing requirements. ``(c) Application.--To be eligible to receive a grant under this part, a State, unit of local government, or Indian tribe shall submit to the Attorney General an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Attorney General may require, including-- ``(1) a description of the law that the applicant has enacted to require a license for any purchase of a handgun, including a description of any exemptions to such law; and ``(2) a description of how the applicant will use the grant to carry out or improve its handgun purchaser licensing program. ``(d) Eligibility Requirements.--To be eligible for a grant under this part, an applicant shall have in effect a handgun purchaser licensing law that includes the following requirements: ``(1) With respect to an individual applying for a handgun license or permit-- ``(A) the individual shall be-- ``(i) not less than 21 years old; and ``(ii) a citizen or national of the United States or an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence (as those terms are defined in section 101(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. ``(2) An individual who is prohibited from possessing a firearm under section 922(g) of title 18, United States Code, may not be issued a handgun purchasing license or permit. ``(e) Use of Funds.--Grant funds awarded under this part shall be used to improve the handgun purchaser licensing program of the grant recipient.''. (

To authorize for a grant program for handgun licensing programs, and for other purposes. 3) Research on the effects of the adoption of a handgun purchaser licensing law in Connecticut in 1995 showed-- (A) a 27.8-percent reduction in the rate of firearm homicide; and (B) a 32.8-percent reduction in firearm suicide rates. ( GRANT PROGRAM AUTHORIZED FOR HANDGUN LICENSING. ( ``(a) In General.--The Attorney General may award grants to States, units of local government, and Indian tribes for the development, implementation, and evaluation of handgun purchaser licensing requirements. ``(c) Application.--To be eligible to receive a grant under this part, a State, unit of local government, or Indian tribe shall submit to the Attorney General an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Attorney General may require, including-- ``(1) a description of the law that the applicant has enacted to require a license for any purchase of a handgun, including a description of any exemptions to such law; and ``(2) a description of how the applicant will use the grant to carry out or improve its handgun purchaser licensing program. ``(2) An individual who is prohibited from possessing a firearm under section 922(g) of title 18, United States Code, may not be issued a handgun purchasing license or permit. ``(e) Use of Funds.--Grant funds awarded under this part shall be used to improve the handgun purchaser licensing program of the grant recipient.''. (

To authorize for a grant program for handgun licensing programs, and for other purposes. 3) Research on the effects of the adoption of a handgun purchaser licensing law in Connecticut in 1995 showed-- (A) a 27.8-percent reduction in the rate of firearm homicide; and (B) a 32.8-percent reduction in firearm suicide rates. ( (5) In States that have had effective handgun purchaser licensing laws for decades, such as Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and New York, the vast majority of firearms traced to crimes originated in States that do not have handgun purchaser licensing laws, which supports the need for handgun purchaser licensing laws in every State. ( ``(a) In General.--The Attorney General may award grants to States, units of local government, and Indian tribes for the development, implementation, and evaluation of handgun purchaser licensing requirements. ``(c) Application.--To be eligible to receive a grant under this part, a State, unit of local government, or Indian tribe shall submit to the Attorney General an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Attorney General may require, including-- ``(1) a description of the law that the applicant has enacted to require a license for any purchase of a handgun, including a description of any exemptions to such law; and ``(2) a description of how the applicant will use the grant to carry out or improve its handgun purchaser licensing program. ``(d) Eligibility Requirements.--To be eligible for a grant under this part, an applicant shall have in effect a handgun purchaser licensing law that includes the following requirements: ``(1) With respect to an individual applying for a handgun license or permit-- ``(A) the individual shall be-- ``(i) not less than 21 years old; and ``(ii) a citizen or national of the United States or an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence (as those terms are defined in section 101(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. ``(2) An individual who is prohibited from possessing a firearm under section 922(g) of title 18, United States Code, may not be issued a handgun purchasing license or permit. ``(e) Use of Funds.--Grant funds awarded under this part shall be used to improve the handgun purchaser licensing program of the grant recipient.''. (

To authorize for a grant program for handgun licensing programs, and for other purposes. 3) Research on the effects of the adoption of a handgun purchaser licensing law in Connecticut in 1995 showed-- (A) a 27.8-percent reduction in the rate of firearm homicide; and (B) a 32.8-percent reduction in firearm suicide rates. ( GRANT PROGRAM AUTHORIZED FOR HANDGUN LICENSING. ( ``(a) In General.--The Attorney General may award grants to States, units of local government, and Indian tribes for the development, implementation, and evaluation of handgun purchaser licensing requirements. ``(c) Application.--To be eligible to receive a grant under this part, a State, unit of local government, or Indian tribe shall submit to the Attorney General an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Attorney General may require, including-- ``(1) a description of the law that the applicant has enacted to require a license for any purchase of a handgun, including a description of any exemptions to such law; and ``(2) a description of how the applicant will use the grant to carry out or improve its handgun purchaser licensing program. ``(2) An individual who is prohibited from possessing a firearm under section 922(g) of title 18, United States Code, may not be issued a handgun purchasing license or permit. ``(e) Use of Funds.--Grant funds awarded under this part shall be used to improve the handgun purchaser licensing program of the grant recipient.''. (

To authorize for a grant program for handgun licensing programs, and for other purposes. 3) Research on the effects of the adoption of a handgun purchaser licensing law in Connecticut in 1995 showed-- (A) a 27.8-percent reduction in the rate of firearm homicide; and (B) a 32.8-percent reduction in firearm suicide rates. ( (5) In States that have had effective handgun purchaser licensing laws for decades, such as Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and New York, the vast majority of firearms traced to crimes originated in States that do not have handgun purchaser licensing laws, which supports the need for handgun purchaser licensing laws in every State. ( ``(a) In General.--The Attorney General may award grants to States, units of local government, and Indian tribes for the development, implementation, and evaluation of handgun purchaser licensing requirements. ``(c) Application.--To be eligible to receive a grant under this part, a State, unit of local government, or Indian tribe shall submit to the Attorney General an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Attorney General may require, including-- ``(1) a description of the law that the applicant has enacted to require a license for any purchase of a handgun, including a description of any exemptions to such law; and ``(2) a description of how the applicant will use the grant to carry out or improve its handgun purchaser licensing program. ``(d) Eligibility Requirements.--To be eligible for a grant under this part, an applicant shall have in effect a handgun purchaser licensing law that includes the following requirements: ``(1) With respect to an individual applying for a handgun license or permit-- ``(A) the individual shall be-- ``(i) not less than 21 years old; and ``(ii) a citizen or national of the United States or an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence (as those terms are defined in section 101(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. ``(2) An individual who is prohibited from possessing a firearm under section 922(g) of title 18, United States Code, may not be issued a handgun purchasing license or permit. ``(e) Use of Funds.--Grant funds awarded under this part shall be used to improve the handgun purchaser licensing program of the grant recipient.''. (

To authorize for a grant program for handgun licensing programs, and for other purposes. 3) Research on the effects of the adoption of a handgun purchaser licensing law in Connecticut in 1995 showed-- (A) a 27.8-percent reduction in the rate of firearm homicide; and (B) a 32.8-percent reduction in firearm suicide rates. ( GRANT PROGRAM AUTHORIZED FOR HANDGUN LICENSING. ( ``(a) In General.--The Attorney General may award grants to States, units of local government, and Indian tribes for the development, implementation, and evaluation of handgun purchaser licensing requirements. ``(c) Application.--To be eligible to receive a grant under this part, a State, unit of local government, or Indian tribe shall submit to the Attorney General an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Attorney General may require, including-- ``(1) a description of the law that the applicant has enacted to require a license for any purchase of a handgun, including a description of any exemptions to such law; and ``(2) a description of how the applicant will use the grant to carry out or improve its handgun purchaser licensing program. ``(2) An individual who is prohibited from possessing a firearm under section 922(g) of title 18, United States Code, may not be issued a handgun purchasing license or permit. ``(e) Use of Funds.--Grant funds awarded under this part shall be used to improve the handgun purchaser licensing program of the grant recipient.''. (

To authorize for a grant program for handgun licensing programs, and for other purposes. ``(c) Application.--To be eligible to receive a grant under this part, a State, unit of local government, or Indian tribe shall submit to the Attorney General an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Attorney General may require, including-- ``(1) a description of the law that the applicant has enacted to require a license for any purchase of a handgun, including a description of any exemptions to such law; and ``(2) a description of how the applicant will use the grant to carry out or improve its handgun purchaser licensing program. ``(e) Use of Funds.--Grant funds awarded under this part shall be used to improve the handgun purchaser licensing program of the grant recipient.''. (

H.R.5149

Health

Ensuring Access to General Surgery Act of 2021 This bill requires the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to study access by underserved populations to general surgeons. Specifically, HRSA must study (1) whether the health professional shortage area designation under the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) program accurately assesses adequacy of access to general surgeons, (2) whether another measure would be more accurate, and (3) potential methodologies for designating general surgery shortage areas. (The NHSC provides scholarships and student loan repayment awards to primary care, dental care, and mental health care providers who agree to work in areas that HRSA designates as having a shortage of those particular types of providers.) HRSA must also publish data comparing the availability and need of general surgery services in urban, suburban, and rural areas. On the basis of its study, HRSA may establish a methodology for designating general surgery shortage areas and make such designations. If any designations are made, HRSA must publish a list of general surgery shortage areas.

To amend the Public Health Service Act with respect to the designation of general surgery shortage areas, 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 ``Ensuring Access to General Surgery Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) According to the Bureau of Health Workforce, the United States faces a shortage of physicians. (2) A 2020 report released by the Association of American Medical Colleges projects shortages in all surgical specialties of between 17,100 and 28,700 surgeons by 2033. (3) A 2020 report prepared by the Health Resources and Services Administration for the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate found a ``maldistribution of general surgeons'' nationwide, with only enough general surgeons to meet 69 percent of the demand for care in rural areas and 75 percent of the demand for care in suburban areas. (4) The 2020 report prepared by the Health Resources and Services Administration also found that although the supply of general surgeons is projected to increase slightly by 2030, rural and suburban areas will still not have enough general surgeons to meet the demand for care in those areas. (5) In order to accurately prepare for future physician workforce demands, comprehensive, impartial research and high- quality data are needed to inform dynamic projections of physician workforce needs. (6) A variety of factors, including health outcomes, utilization trends, growing and aging populations, and delivery system changes, influence workforce needs and should be considered as part of flexible projections of workforce needs. (7) Given the particularly acute needs in many rural and other surgical workforce shortage areas, additional efforts to assess the adequacy of the current general surgeon workforce are necessary. SEC. 3. STUDY ON DESIGNATION OF GENERAL SURGICAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL SHORTAGE AREAS. Part D of title III of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 254b et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``Subpart XIII--General Surgery Shortage Areas ``SEC. 340J. DESIGNATION OF GENERAL SURGERY SHORTAGE AREAS. ``(a) General Surgery Shortage Area Defined.--For purposes of this section, the term `general surgery shortage area' means, with respect to an urban, suburban, or rural area in the United States, an area that has a population that is underserved by general surgeons. ``(b) Study and Report.-- ``(1) Study.--The Secretary, acting through the Administrator of the Health Resources and Services Administration, shall conduct a study on the following matters relating to access by underserved populations to general surgeons: ``(A) Whether current shortage designations, such as the designation of health professional shortage areas under section 332, results in accurate assessments of the adequacy of local general surgeons to address the needs of underserved populations in urban, suburban, or rural areas. ``(B) Whether another measure of access to general surgeons by underserved populations, such as one based on general surgeons practicing within hospital service areas, would provide more accurate assessments of shortages in the availability of local general surgeons to meet the needs of those populations. ``(C) Potential methodologies for the designation of general surgery shortage areas, including the methodology described in paragraph (2). ``(2) Methodology for the designation of areas.--Among the methodologies considered under paragraph (1)(C) for the designation of general surgery shortage areas, the Secretary shall analyze the effectiveness and accuracy of the following methodology: ``(A) Development of surgery service areas.-- Development of surgery service areas through the identification of hospitals with surgery services and the identification of populations by zip code areas using Medicare patient origin data. ``(B) Identification of surgeons.--Identification of all actively practicing general surgeons. ``(C) Surgeon to population ratios.--Development of general surgeon-to-population ratios for each surgery service area. ``(D) Thresholds.-- ``(i) In general.--Determination of threshold general surgeon-to-population ratios for the number of general surgeons necessary to treat a population for each of the following levels: ``(I) Optimal supply of general surgeons. ``(II) Adequate supply of general surgeons. ``(III) Shortage of general surgeons. ``(IV) Critical shortage of general surgeons. ``(ii) Considerations.--In determining the thresholds under clause (i), the Secretary shall consider quantifiable and objective factors such as wait times, health outcomes, ground transportation time to the nearest health care center with a general surgeon, critical access hospitals with surgical capabilities but lacking a general surgeon, and patient acuity. ``(3) Report.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this subpart, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report on the study conducted under this subsection. ``(4) Consultation.--In conducting the study under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall consult with relevant stakeholders, including medical societies, organizations representing surgical facilities, organizations with expertise in general surgery, and organizations representing patients. ``(5) Publication of data.--The Secretary shall periodically collect and publish in the Federal Register-- ``(A) data comparing the availability and need of general surgery services in urban, suburban, or rural areas in the United States; and ``(B) if the Secretary designates one or more general surgery shortage areas under subsection (c), a list of the areas so designated. ``(c) Designation of General Surgery Shortage Areas.-- ``(1) Methodology developed through regulation.--Based on the findings of the report under subsection (b)(3), the Secretary may establish, through notice and comment rulemaking, a methodology for the designation of general surgery shortage areas under this section. ``(2) Requirements.--If the Secretary elects to develop methodology under paragraph (1), the following shall apply: ``(A) Using the methodology established under paragraph (1) and taking into consideration the data referred to in subsection (b)(5), the Secretary shall-- ``(i) designate general surgery shortage areas in the United States; ``(ii) publish a descriptive list of the areas; and ``(iii) review annually, and, as necessary, revise such designations. ``(B) The Secretary shall follow similar procedures with respect to notice to appropriate parties, opportunities for comment, dissemination of information, and reports to Congress in designating general surgery shortage areas under this section as those that apply to the designation of health professional shortage areas under section 332. ``(C) In designating general surgery shortage areas under this subsection, the Secretary shall consult with relevant stakeholders, including medical societies, organizations representing surgical facilities, organizations with expertise in general surgery, and organizations representing patients.''. <all>

Ensuring Access to General Surgery Act of 2021

To amend the Public Health Service Act with respect to the designation of general surgery shortage areas, and for other purposes.

Ensuring Access to General Surgery Act of 2021

Rep. Bera, Ami

D

CA

This bill requires the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to study access by underserved populations to general surgeons. Specifically, HRSA must study (1) whether the health professional shortage area designation under the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) program accurately assesses adequacy of access to general surgeons, (2) whether another measure would be more accurate, and (3) potential methodologies for designating general surgery shortage areas. (The NHSC provides scholarships and student loan repayment awards to primary care, dental care, and mental health care providers who agree to work in areas that HRSA designates as having a shortage of those particular types of providers.) HRSA must also publish data comparing the availability and need of general surgery services in urban, suburban, and rural areas. On the basis of its study, HRSA may establish a methodology for designating general surgery shortage areas and make such designations. If any designations are made, HRSA must publish a list of general surgery shortage areas.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. This Act may be cited as the ``Ensuring Access to General Surgery Act of 2021''. 2. FINDINGS. (2) A 2020 report released by the Association of American Medical Colleges projects shortages in all surgical specialties of between 17,100 and 28,700 surgeons by 2033. (4) The 2020 report prepared by the Health Resources and Services Administration also found that although the supply of general surgeons is projected to increase slightly by 2030, rural and suburban areas will still not have enough general surgeons to meet the demand for care in those areas. (5) In order to accurately prepare for future physician workforce demands, comprehensive, impartial research and high- quality data are needed to inform dynamic projections of physician workforce needs. (6) A variety of factors, including health outcomes, utilization trends, growing and aging populations, and delivery system changes, influence workforce needs and should be considered as part of flexible projections of workforce needs. (7) Given the particularly acute needs in many rural and other surgical workforce shortage areas, additional efforts to assess the adequacy of the current general surgeon workforce are necessary. SEC. Part D of title III of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 254b et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``Subpart XIII--General Surgery Shortage Areas ``SEC. 340J. DESIGNATION OF GENERAL SURGERY SHORTAGE AREAS. ``(B) Whether another measure of access to general surgeons by underserved populations, such as one based on general surgeons practicing within hospital service areas, would provide more accurate assessments of shortages in the availability of local general surgeons to meet the needs of those populations. ``(C) Potential methodologies for the designation of general surgery shortage areas, including the methodology described in paragraph (2). ``(B) Identification of surgeons.--Identification of all actively practicing general surgeons. ``(C) Surgeon to population ratios.--Development of general surgeon-to-population ratios for each surgery service area. ``(ii) Considerations.--In determining the thresholds under clause (i), the Secretary shall consider quantifiable and objective factors such as wait times, health outcomes, ground transportation time to the nearest health care center with a general surgeon, critical access hospitals with surgical capabilities but lacking a general surgeon, and patient acuity. ``(3) Report.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this subpart, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report on the study conducted under this subsection. ``(4) Consultation.--In conducting the study under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall consult with relevant stakeholders, including medical societies, organizations representing surgical facilities, organizations with expertise in general surgery, and organizations representing patients. ``(B) The Secretary shall follow similar procedures with respect to notice to appropriate parties, opportunities for comment, dissemination of information, and reports to Congress in designating general surgery shortage areas under this section as those that apply to the designation of health professional shortage areas under section 332.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. 2. FINDINGS. (4) The 2020 report prepared by the Health Resources and Services Administration also found that although the supply of general surgeons is projected to increase slightly by 2030, rural and suburban areas will still not have enough general surgeons to meet the demand for care in those areas. (5) In order to accurately prepare for future physician workforce demands, comprehensive, impartial research and high- quality data are needed to inform dynamic projections of physician workforce needs. SEC. Part D of title III of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 254b et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``Subpart XIII--General Surgery Shortage Areas ``SEC. 340J. DESIGNATION OF GENERAL SURGERY SHORTAGE AREAS. ``(C) Potential methodologies for the designation of general surgery shortage areas, including the methodology described in paragraph (2). ``(B) Identification of surgeons.--Identification of all actively practicing general surgeons. ``(C) Surgeon to population ratios.--Development of general surgeon-to-population ratios for each surgery service area. ``(ii) Considerations.--In determining the thresholds under clause (i), the Secretary shall consider quantifiable and objective factors such as wait times, health outcomes, ground transportation time to the nearest health care center with a general surgeon, critical access hospitals with surgical capabilities but lacking a general surgeon, and patient acuity. ``(3) Report.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this subpart, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report on the study conducted under this subsection. ``(4) Consultation.--In conducting the study under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall consult with relevant stakeholders, including medical societies, organizations representing surgical facilities, organizations with expertise in general surgery, and organizations representing patients. ``(B) The Secretary shall follow similar procedures with respect to notice to appropriate parties, opportunities for comment, dissemination of information, and reports to Congress in designating general surgery shortage areas under this section as those that apply to the designation of health professional shortage areas under section 332.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Ensuring Access to General Surgery Act of 2021''. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) According to the Bureau of Health Workforce, the United States faces a shortage of physicians. (2) A 2020 report released by the Association of American Medical Colleges projects shortages in all surgical specialties of between 17,100 and 28,700 surgeons by 2033. (3) A 2020 report prepared by the Health Resources and Services Administration for the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate found a ``maldistribution of general surgeons'' nationwide, with only enough general surgeons to meet 69 percent of the demand for care in rural areas and 75 percent of the demand for care in suburban areas. (4) The 2020 report prepared by the Health Resources and Services Administration also found that although the supply of general surgeons is projected to increase slightly by 2030, rural and suburban areas will still not have enough general surgeons to meet the demand for care in those areas. (5) In order to accurately prepare for future physician workforce demands, comprehensive, impartial research and high- quality data are needed to inform dynamic projections of physician workforce needs. (6) A variety of factors, including health outcomes, utilization trends, growing and aging populations, and delivery system changes, influence workforce needs and should be considered as part of flexible projections of workforce needs. (7) Given the particularly acute needs in many rural and other surgical workforce shortage areas, additional efforts to assess the adequacy of the current general surgeon workforce are necessary. SEC. Part D of title III of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 254b et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``Subpart XIII--General Surgery Shortage Areas ``SEC. 340J. DESIGNATION OF GENERAL SURGERY SHORTAGE AREAS. ``(B) Whether another measure of access to general surgeons by underserved populations, such as one based on general surgeons practicing within hospital service areas, would provide more accurate assessments of shortages in the availability of local general surgeons to meet the needs of those populations. ``(C) Potential methodologies for the designation of general surgery shortage areas, including the methodology described in paragraph (2). ``(B) Identification of surgeons.--Identification of all actively practicing general surgeons. ``(C) Surgeon to population ratios.--Development of general surgeon-to-population ratios for each surgery service area. ``(D) Thresholds.-- ``(i) In general.--Determination of threshold general surgeon-to-population ratios for the number of general surgeons necessary to treat a population for each of the following levels: ``(I) Optimal supply of general surgeons. ``(ii) Considerations.--In determining the thresholds under clause (i), the Secretary shall consider quantifiable and objective factors such as wait times, health outcomes, ground transportation time to the nearest health care center with a general surgeon, critical access hospitals with surgical capabilities but lacking a general surgeon, and patient acuity. ``(3) Report.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this subpart, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report on the study conducted under this subsection. ``(4) Consultation.--In conducting the study under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall consult with relevant stakeholders, including medical societies, organizations representing surgical facilities, organizations with expertise in general surgery, and organizations representing patients. ``(5) Publication of data.--The Secretary shall periodically collect and publish in the Federal Register-- ``(A) data comparing the availability and need of general surgery services in urban, suburban, or rural areas in the United States; and ``(B) if the Secretary designates one or more general surgery shortage areas under subsection (c), a list of the areas so designated. ``(2) Requirements.--If the Secretary elects to develop methodology under paragraph (1), the following shall apply: ``(A) Using the methodology established under paragraph (1) and taking into consideration the data referred to in subsection (b)(5), the Secretary shall-- ``(i) designate general surgery shortage areas in the United States; ``(ii) publish a descriptive list of the areas; and ``(iii) review annually, and, as necessary, revise such designations. ``(B) The Secretary shall follow similar procedures with respect to notice to appropriate parties, opportunities for comment, dissemination of information, and reports to Congress in designating general surgery shortage areas under this section as those that apply to the designation of health professional shortage areas under section 332.

To amend the Public Health Service Act with respect to the designation of general surgery shortage areas, 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 ``Ensuring Access to General Surgery Act of 2021''. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) According to the Bureau of Health Workforce, the United States faces a shortage of physicians. (2) A 2020 report released by the Association of American Medical Colleges projects shortages in all surgical specialties of between 17,100 and 28,700 surgeons by 2033. (3) A 2020 report prepared by the Health Resources and Services Administration for the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate found a ``maldistribution of general surgeons'' nationwide, with only enough general surgeons to meet 69 percent of the demand for care in rural areas and 75 percent of the demand for care in suburban areas. (4) The 2020 report prepared by the Health Resources and Services Administration also found that although the supply of general surgeons is projected to increase slightly by 2030, rural and suburban areas will still not have enough general surgeons to meet the demand for care in those areas. (5) In order to accurately prepare for future physician workforce demands, comprehensive, impartial research and high- quality data are needed to inform dynamic projections of physician workforce needs. (6) A variety of factors, including health outcomes, utilization trends, growing and aging populations, and delivery system changes, influence workforce needs and should be considered as part of flexible projections of workforce needs. (7) Given the particularly acute needs in many rural and other surgical workforce shortage areas, additional efforts to assess the adequacy of the current general surgeon workforce are necessary. SEC. Part D of title III of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 254b et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``Subpart XIII--General Surgery Shortage Areas ``SEC. 340J. DESIGNATION OF GENERAL SURGERY SHORTAGE AREAS. ``(b) Study and Report.-- ``(1) Study.--The Secretary, acting through the Administrator of the Health Resources and Services Administration, shall conduct a study on the following matters relating to access by underserved populations to general surgeons: ``(A) Whether current shortage designations, such as the designation of health professional shortage areas under section 332, results in accurate assessments of the adequacy of local general surgeons to address the needs of underserved populations in urban, suburban, or rural areas. ``(B) Whether another measure of access to general surgeons by underserved populations, such as one based on general surgeons practicing within hospital service areas, would provide more accurate assessments of shortages in the availability of local general surgeons to meet the needs of those populations. ``(C) Potential methodologies for the designation of general surgery shortage areas, including the methodology described in paragraph (2). ``(2) Methodology for the designation of areas.--Among the methodologies considered under paragraph (1)(C) for the designation of general surgery shortage areas, the Secretary shall analyze the effectiveness and accuracy of the following methodology: ``(A) Development of surgery service areas.-- Development of surgery service areas through the identification of hospitals with surgery services and the identification of populations by zip code areas using Medicare patient origin data. ``(B) Identification of surgeons.--Identification of all actively practicing general surgeons. ``(C) Surgeon to population ratios.--Development of general surgeon-to-population ratios for each surgery service area. ``(D) Thresholds.-- ``(i) In general.--Determination of threshold general surgeon-to-population ratios for the number of general surgeons necessary to treat a population for each of the following levels: ``(I) Optimal supply of general surgeons. ``(II) Adequate supply of general surgeons. ``(IV) Critical shortage of general surgeons. ``(ii) Considerations.--In determining the thresholds under clause (i), the Secretary shall consider quantifiable and objective factors such as wait times, health outcomes, ground transportation time to the nearest health care center with a general surgeon, critical access hospitals with surgical capabilities but lacking a general surgeon, and patient acuity. ``(3) Report.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this subpart, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report on the study conducted under this subsection. ``(4) Consultation.--In conducting the study under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall consult with relevant stakeholders, including medical societies, organizations representing surgical facilities, organizations with expertise in general surgery, and organizations representing patients. ``(5) Publication of data.--The Secretary shall periodically collect and publish in the Federal Register-- ``(A) data comparing the availability and need of general surgery services in urban, suburban, or rural areas in the United States; and ``(B) if the Secretary designates one or more general surgery shortage areas under subsection (c), a list of the areas so designated. ``(c) Designation of General Surgery Shortage Areas.-- ``(1) Methodology developed through regulation.--Based on the findings of the report under subsection (b)(3), the Secretary may establish, through notice and comment rulemaking, a methodology for the designation of general surgery shortage areas under this section. ``(2) Requirements.--If the Secretary elects to develop methodology under paragraph (1), the following shall apply: ``(A) Using the methodology established under paragraph (1) and taking into consideration the data referred to in subsection (b)(5), the Secretary shall-- ``(i) designate general surgery shortage areas in the United States; ``(ii) publish a descriptive list of the areas; and ``(iii) review annually, and, as necessary, revise such designations. ``(B) The Secretary shall follow similar procedures with respect to notice to appropriate parties, opportunities for comment, dissemination of information, and reports to Congress in designating general surgery shortage areas under this section as those that apply to the designation of health professional shortage areas under section 332.

To amend the Public Health Service Act with respect to the designation of general surgery shortage areas, and for other purposes. 3) A 2020 report prepared by the Health Resources and Services Administration for the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate found a ``maldistribution of general surgeons'' nationwide, with only enough general surgeons to meet 69 percent of the demand for care in rural areas and 75 percent of the demand for care in suburban areas. ( (6) A variety of factors, including health outcomes, utilization trends, growing and aging populations, and delivery system changes, influence workforce needs and should be considered as part of flexible projections of workforce needs. ( ``(b) Study and Report.-- ``(1) Study.--The Secretary, acting through the Administrator of the Health Resources and Services Administration, shall conduct a study on the following matters relating to access by underserved populations to general surgeons: ``(A) Whether current shortage designations, such as the designation of health professional shortage areas under section 332, results in accurate assessments of the adequacy of local general surgeons to address the needs of underserved populations in urban, suburban, or rural areas. ``(B) Whether another measure of access to general surgeons by underserved populations, such as one based on general surgeons practicing within hospital service areas, would provide more accurate assessments of shortages in the availability of local general surgeons to meet the needs of those populations. ``(B) Identification of surgeons.--Identification of all actively practicing general surgeons. ``(ii) Considerations.--In determining the thresholds under clause (i), the Secretary shall consider quantifiable and objective factors such as wait times, health outcomes, ground transportation time to the nearest health care center with a general surgeon, critical access hospitals with surgical capabilities but lacking a general surgeon, and patient acuity. ``(c) Designation of General Surgery Shortage Areas.-- ``(1) Methodology developed through regulation.--Based on the findings of the report under subsection (b)(3), the Secretary may establish, through notice and comment rulemaking, a methodology for the designation of general surgery shortage areas under this section. ``(2) Requirements.--If the Secretary elects to develop methodology under paragraph (1), the following shall apply: ``(A) Using the methodology established under paragraph (1) and taking into consideration the data referred to in subsection (b)(5), the Secretary shall-- ``(i) designate general surgery shortage areas in the United States; ``(ii) publish a descriptive list of the areas; and ``(iii) review annually, and, as necessary, revise such designations. ``(C) In designating general surgery shortage areas under this subsection, the Secretary shall consult with relevant stakeholders, including medical societies, organizations representing surgical facilities, organizations with expertise in general surgery, and organizations representing patients.''.

To amend the Public Health Service Act with respect to the designation of general surgery shortage areas, and for other purposes. 3) A 2020 report prepared by the Health Resources and Services Administration for the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate found a ``maldistribution of general surgeons'' nationwide, with only enough general surgeons to meet 69 percent of the demand for care in rural areas and 75 percent of the demand for care in suburban areas. ( STUDY ON DESIGNATION OF GENERAL SURGICAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL SHORTAGE AREAS. ``(a) General Surgery Shortage Area Defined.--For purposes of this section, the term `general surgery shortage area' means, with respect to an urban, suburban, or rural area in the United States, an area that has a population that is underserved by general surgeons. ``(2) Methodology for the designation of areas.--Among the methodologies considered under paragraph (1)(C) for the designation of general surgery shortage areas, the Secretary shall analyze the effectiveness and accuracy of the following methodology: ``(A) Development of surgery service areas.-- Development of surgery service areas through the identification of hospitals with surgery services and the identification of populations by zip code areas using Medicare patient origin data. ``(IV) Critical shortage of general surgeons. ``(ii) Considerations.--In determining the thresholds under clause (i), the Secretary shall consider quantifiable and objective factors such as wait times, health outcomes, ground transportation time to the nearest health care center with a general surgeon, critical access hospitals with surgical capabilities but lacking a general surgeon, and patient acuity. ``(5) Publication of data.--The Secretary shall periodically collect and publish in the Federal Register-- ``(A) data comparing the availability and need of general surgery services in urban, suburban, or rural areas in the United States; and ``(B) if the Secretary designates one or more general surgery shortage areas under subsection (c), a list of the areas so designated.

To amend the Public Health Service Act with respect to the designation of general surgery shortage areas, and for other purposes. 3) A 2020 report prepared by the Health Resources and Services Administration for the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate found a ``maldistribution of general surgeons'' nationwide, with only enough general surgeons to meet 69 percent of the demand for care in rural areas and 75 percent of the demand for care in suburban areas. ( STUDY ON DESIGNATION OF GENERAL SURGICAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL SHORTAGE AREAS. ``(a) General Surgery Shortage Area Defined.--For purposes of this section, the term `general surgery shortage area' means, with respect to an urban, suburban, or rural area in the United States, an area that has a population that is underserved by general surgeons. ``(2) Methodology for the designation of areas.--Among the methodologies considered under paragraph (1)(C) for the designation of general surgery shortage areas, the Secretary shall analyze the effectiveness and accuracy of the following methodology: ``(A) Development of surgery service areas.-- Development of surgery service areas through the identification of hospitals with surgery services and the identification of populations by zip code areas using Medicare patient origin data. ``(IV) Critical shortage of general surgeons. ``(ii) Considerations.--In determining the thresholds under clause (i), the Secretary shall consider quantifiable and objective factors such as wait times, health outcomes, ground transportation time to the nearest health care center with a general surgeon, critical access hospitals with surgical capabilities but lacking a general surgeon, and patient acuity. ``(5) Publication of data.--The Secretary shall periodically collect and publish in the Federal Register-- ``(A) data comparing the availability and need of general surgery services in urban, suburban, or rural areas in the United States; and ``(B) if the Secretary designates one or more general surgery shortage areas under subsection (c), a list of the areas so designated.

To amend the Public Health Service Act with respect to the designation of general surgery shortage areas, and for other purposes. 3) A 2020 report prepared by the Health Resources and Services Administration for the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate found a ``maldistribution of general surgeons'' nationwide, with only enough general surgeons to meet 69 percent of the demand for care in rural areas and 75 percent of the demand for care in suburban areas. ( (6) A variety of factors, including health outcomes, utilization trends, growing and aging populations, and delivery system changes, influence workforce needs and should be considered as part of flexible projections of workforce needs. ( ``(b) Study and Report.-- ``(1) Study.--The Secretary, acting through the Administrator of the Health Resources and Services Administration, shall conduct a study on the following matters relating to access by underserved populations to general surgeons: ``(A) Whether current shortage designations, such as the designation of health professional shortage areas under section 332, results in accurate assessments of the adequacy of local general surgeons to address the needs of underserved populations in urban, suburban, or rural areas. ``(B) Whether another measure of access to general surgeons by underserved populations, such as one based on general surgeons practicing within hospital service areas, would provide more accurate assessments of shortages in the availability of local general surgeons to meet the needs of those populations. ``(B) Identification of surgeons.--Identification of all actively practicing general surgeons. ``(ii) Considerations.--In determining the thresholds under clause (i), the Secretary shall consider quantifiable and objective factors such as wait times, health outcomes, ground transportation time to the nearest health care center with a general surgeon, critical access hospitals with surgical capabilities but lacking a general surgeon, and patient acuity. ``(c) Designation of General Surgery Shortage Areas.-- ``(1) Methodology developed through regulation.--Based on the findings of the report under subsection (b)(3), the Secretary may establish, through notice and comment rulemaking, a methodology for the designation of general surgery shortage areas under this section. ``(2) Requirements.--If the Secretary elects to develop methodology under paragraph (1), the following shall apply: ``(A) Using the methodology established under paragraph (1) and taking into consideration the data referred to in subsection (b)(5), the Secretary shall-- ``(i) designate general surgery shortage areas in the United States; ``(ii) publish a descriptive list of the areas; and ``(iii) review annually, and, as necessary, revise such designations. ``(C) In designating general surgery shortage areas under this subsection, the Secretary shall consult with relevant stakeholders, including medical societies, organizations representing surgical facilities, organizations with expertise in general surgery, and organizations representing patients.''.

To amend the Public Health Service Act with respect to the designation of general surgery shortage areas, and for other purposes. 3) A 2020 report prepared by the Health Resources and Services Administration for the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate found a ``maldistribution of general surgeons'' nationwide, with only enough general surgeons to meet 69 percent of the demand for care in rural areas and 75 percent of the demand for care in suburban areas. ( STUDY ON DESIGNATION OF GENERAL SURGICAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL SHORTAGE AREAS. ``(a) General Surgery Shortage Area Defined.--For purposes of this section, the term `general surgery shortage area' means, with respect to an urban, suburban, or rural area in the United States, an area that has a population that is underserved by general surgeons. ``(2) Methodology for the designation of areas.--Among the methodologies considered under paragraph (1)(C) for the designation of general surgery shortage areas, the Secretary shall analyze the effectiveness and accuracy of the following methodology: ``(A) Development of surgery service areas.-- Development of surgery service areas through the identification of hospitals with surgery services and the identification of populations by zip code areas using Medicare patient origin data. ``(IV) Critical shortage of general surgeons. ``(ii) Considerations.--In determining the thresholds under clause (i), the Secretary shall consider quantifiable and objective factors such as wait times, health outcomes, ground transportation time to the nearest health care center with a general surgeon, critical access hospitals with surgical capabilities but lacking a general surgeon, and patient acuity. ``(5) Publication of data.--The Secretary shall periodically collect and publish in the Federal Register-- ``(A) data comparing the availability and need of general surgery services in urban, suburban, or rural areas in the United States; and ``(B) if the Secretary designates one or more general surgery shortage areas under subsection (c), a list of the areas so designated.

To amend the Public Health Service Act with respect to the designation of general surgery shortage areas, and for other purposes. 3) A 2020 report prepared by the Health Resources and Services Administration for the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate found a ``maldistribution of general surgeons'' nationwide, with only enough general surgeons to meet 69 percent of the demand for care in rural areas and 75 percent of the demand for care in suburban areas. ( (6) A variety of factors, including health outcomes, utilization trends, growing and aging populations, and delivery system changes, influence workforce needs and should be considered as part of flexible projections of workforce needs. ( ``(b) Study and Report.-- ``(1) Study.--The Secretary, acting through the Administrator of the Health Resources and Services Administration, shall conduct a study on the following matters relating to access by underserved populations to general surgeons: ``(A) Whether current shortage designations, such as the designation of health professional shortage areas under section 332, results in accurate assessments of the adequacy of local general surgeons to address the needs of underserved populations in urban, suburban, or rural areas. ``(B) Whether another measure of access to general surgeons by underserved populations, such as one based on general surgeons practicing within hospital service areas, would provide more accurate assessments of shortages in the availability of local general surgeons to meet the needs of those populations. ``(B) Identification of surgeons.--Identification of all actively practicing general surgeons. ``(ii) Considerations.--In determining the thresholds under clause (i), the Secretary shall consider quantifiable and objective factors such as wait times, health outcomes, ground transportation time to the nearest health care center with a general surgeon, critical access hospitals with surgical capabilities but lacking a general surgeon, and patient acuity. ``(c) Designation of General Surgery Shortage Areas.-- ``(1) Methodology developed through regulation.--Based on the findings of the report under subsection (b)(3), the Secretary may establish, through notice and comment rulemaking, a methodology for the designation of general surgery shortage areas under this section. ``(2) Requirements.--If the Secretary elects to develop methodology under paragraph (1), the following shall apply: ``(A) Using the methodology established under paragraph (1) and taking into consideration the data referred to in subsection (b)(5), the Secretary shall-- ``(i) designate general surgery shortage areas in the United States; ``(ii) publish a descriptive list of the areas; and ``(iii) review annually, and, as necessary, revise such designations. ``(C) In designating general surgery shortage areas under this subsection, the Secretary shall consult with relevant stakeholders, including medical societies, organizations representing surgical facilities, organizations with expertise in general surgery, and organizations representing patients.''.

To amend the Public Health Service Act with respect to the designation of general surgery shortage areas, and for other purposes. 3) A 2020 report prepared by the Health Resources and Services Administration for the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate found a ``maldistribution of general surgeons'' nationwide, with only enough general surgeons to meet 69 percent of the demand for care in rural areas and 75 percent of the demand for care in suburban areas. ( STUDY ON DESIGNATION OF GENERAL SURGICAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL SHORTAGE AREAS. ``(a) General Surgery Shortage Area Defined.--For purposes of this section, the term `general surgery shortage area' means, with respect to an urban, suburban, or rural area in the United States, an area that has a population that is underserved by general surgeons. ``(2) Methodology for the designation of areas.--Among the methodologies considered under paragraph (1)(C) for the designation of general surgery shortage areas, the Secretary shall analyze the effectiveness and accuracy of the following methodology: ``(A) Development of surgery service areas.-- Development of surgery service areas through the identification of hospitals with surgery services and the identification of populations by zip code areas using Medicare patient origin data. ``(IV) Critical shortage of general surgeons. ``(ii) Considerations.--In determining the thresholds under clause (i), the Secretary shall consider quantifiable and objective factors such as wait times, health outcomes, ground transportation time to the nearest health care center with a general surgeon, critical access hospitals with surgical capabilities but lacking a general surgeon, and patient acuity. ``(5) Publication of data.--The Secretary shall periodically collect and publish in the Federal Register-- ``(A) data comparing the availability and need of general surgery services in urban, suburban, or rural areas in the United States; and ``(B) if the Secretary designates one or more general surgery shortage areas under subsection (c), a list of the areas so designated.

To amend the Public Health Service Act with respect to the designation of general surgery shortage areas, and for other purposes. 3) A 2020 report prepared by the Health Resources and Services Administration for the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate found a ``maldistribution of general surgeons'' nationwide, with only enough general surgeons to meet 69 percent of the demand for care in rural areas and 75 percent of the demand for care in suburban areas. ( (6) A variety of factors, including health outcomes, utilization trends, growing and aging populations, and delivery system changes, influence workforce needs and should be considered as part of flexible projections of workforce needs. ( ``(b) Study and Report.-- ``(1) Study.--The Secretary, acting through the Administrator of the Health Resources and Services Administration, shall conduct a study on the following matters relating to access by underserved populations to general surgeons: ``(A) Whether current shortage designations, such as the designation of health professional shortage areas under section 332, results in accurate assessments of the adequacy of local general surgeons to address the needs of underserved populations in urban, suburban, or rural areas. ``(B) Whether another measure of access to general surgeons by underserved populations, such as one based on general surgeons practicing within hospital service areas, would provide more accurate assessments of shortages in the availability of local general surgeons to meet the needs of those populations. ``(B) Identification of surgeons.--Identification of all actively practicing general surgeons. ``(ii) Considerations.--In determining the thresholds under clause (i), the Secretary shall consider quantifiable and objective factors such as wait times, health outcomes, ground transportation time to the nearest health care center with a general surgeon, critical access hospitals with surgical capabilities but lacking a general surgeon, and patient acuity. ``(c) Designation of General Surgery Shortage Areas.-- ``(1) Methodology developed through regulation.--Based on the findings of the report under subsection (b)(3), the Secretary may establish, through notice and comment rulemaking, a methodology for the designation of general surgery shortage areas under this section. ``(2) Requirements.--If the Secretary elects to develop methodology under paragraph (1), the following shall apply: ``(A) Using the methodology established under paragraph (1) and taking into consideration the data referred to in subsection (b)(5), the Secretary shall-- ``(i) designate general surgery shortage areas in the United States; ``(ii) publish a descriptive list of the areas; and ``(iii) review annually, and, as necessary, revise such designations. ``(C) In designating general surgery shortage areas under this subsection, the Secretary shall consult with relevant stakeholders, including medical societies, organizations representing surgical facilities, organizations with expertise in general surgery, and organizations representing patients.''.

To amend the Public Health Service Act with respect to the designation of general surgery shortage areas, and for other purposes. 3) A 2020 report prepared by the Health Resources and Services Administration for the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate found a ``maldistribution of general surgeons'' nationwide, with only enough general surgeons to meet 69 percent of the demand for care in rural areas and 75 percent of the demand for care in suburban areas. ( STUDY ON DESIGNATION OF GENERAL SURGICAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL SHORTAGE AREAS. ``(a) General Surgery Shortage Area Defined.--For purposes of this section, the term `general surgery shortage area' means, with respect to an urban, suburban, or rural area in the United States, an area that has a population that is underserved by general surgeons. ``(2) Methodology for the designation of areas.--Among the methodologies considered under paragraph (1)(C) for the designation of general surgery shortage areas, the Secretary shall analyze the effectiveness and accuracy of the following methodology: ``(A) Development of surgery service areas.-- Development of surgery service areas through the identification of hospitals with surgery services and the identification of populations by zip code areas using Medicare patient origin data. ``(IV) Critical shortage of general surgeons. ``(ii) Considerations.--In determining the thresholds under clause (i), the Secretary shall consider quantifiable and objective factors such as wait times, health outcomes, ground transportation time to the nearest health care center with a general surgeon, critical access hospitals with surgical capabilities but lacking a general surgeon, and patient acuity. ``(5) Publication of data.--The Secretary shall periodically collect and publish in the Federal Register-- ``(A) data comparing the availability and need of general surgery services in urban, suburban, or rural areas in the United States; and ``(B) if the Secretary designates one or more general surgery shortage areas under subsection (c), a list of the areas so designated.

To amend the Public Health Service Act with respect to the designation of general surgery shortage areas, and for other purposes. ``(b) Study and Report.-- ``(1) Study.--The Secretary, acting through the Administrator of the Health Resources and Services Administration, shall conduct a study on the following matters relating to access by underserved populations to general surgeons: ``(A) Whether current shortage designations, such as the designation of health professional shortage areas under section 332, results in accurate assessments of the adequacy of local general surgeons to address the needs of underserved populations in urban, suburban, or rural areas. ``(ii) Considerations.--In determining the thresholds under clause (i), the Secretary shall consider quantifiable and objective factors such as wait times, health outcomes, ground transportation time to the nearest health care center with a general surgeon, critical access hospitals with surgical capabilities but lacking a general surgeon, and patient acuity. ``(c) Designation of General Surgery Shortage Areas.-- ``(1) Methodology developed through regulation.--Based on the findings of the report under subsection (b)(3), the Secretary may establish, through notice and comment rulemaking, a methodology for the designation of general surgery shortage areas under this section.

S.539

Armed Forces and National Security

This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to report on its policies and procedures relating to the usage and maintenance of video cameras for patient safety and law enforcement at VA medical centers.

To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit to Congress a report on the use of video cameras for patient safety and law enforcement at medical centers of the Department of Veterans Affairs. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. REPORT ON USE OF CAMERAS AT MEDICAL CENTERS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS. (a) Report Required.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, in collaboration with the Office of Operations, Security, and Preparedness of the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Veterans Health Administration, and the Office of Construction and Facilities Management of the Department, shall submit to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Veterans' Affairs of the House of Representatives a report analyzing the policies, use, and maintenance of cameras deployed by the Department for patient safety and law enforcement at medical centers of the Department. (b) Elements.--The report required by subsection (a) shall include the following: (1) A comprehensive review of the policies and procedures of the Department regarding the use and maintenance of cameras at medical centers of the Department with respect to the following: (A) Patient safety, including-- (i) an analysis of how cameras are used to monitor staff and patients; (ii) an analysis of the specific units within medical centers in which the use of cameras is prioritized to protect patient safety; (iii) an analysis of the procedures regarding the positioning of cameras; and (iv) an analysis of the extent to which cameras monitor locations where drugs are stored to ensure that drugs are accounted for, and an assessment of whether that is a widely used practice. (B) Law enforcement, including-- (i) how exterior cameras are used; (ii) how interior cameras are used; and (iii) an analysis of locations, interior and exterior, in which use of cameras is prioritized. (2) Recommendations of the Secretary to improve patient safety and law enforcement, including-- (A) the placement and maintenance of cameras at medical centers of the Department; (B) the storage of data from such cameras; (C) the authority of supervisors at medical centers of the Department to review recordings from such cameras; (D) the number of staff required to monitor live footage from such cameras at each medical center of the Department; (E) the funding necessary to address shortfalls with respect to the use of such cameras and the specific uses for such funding; and (F) such other matters as the Secretary determines appropriate. (c) Camera Defined.--In this section, the term ``camera'' means any video camera used at a medical center of the Department of Veterans Affairs for purposes of patient safety or law enforcement. <all>

A bill to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit to Congress a report on the use of video cameras for patient safety and law enforcement at medical centers of the Department of Veterans Affairs.

A bill to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit to Congress a report on the use of video cameras for patient safety and law enforcement at medical centers of the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Official Titles - Senate Official Title as Introduced A bill to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit to Congress a report on the use of video cameras for patient safety and law enforcement at medical centers of the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Sen. Capito, Shelley Moore

R

WV

This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to report on its policies and procedures relating to the usage and maintenance of video cameras for patient safety and law enforcement at VA medical centers.

To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit to Congress a report on the use of video cameras for patient safety and law enforcement at medical centers of the Department of Veterans Affairs. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. REPORT ON USE OF CAMERAS AT MEDICAL CENTERS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS. (a) Report Required.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, in collaboration with the Office of Operations, Security, and Preparedness of the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Veterans Health Administration, and the Office of Construction and Facilities Management of the Department, shall submit to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Veterans' Affairs of the House of Representatives a report analyzing the policies, use, and maintenance of cameras deployed by the Department for patient safety and law enforcement at medical centers of the Department. (b) Elements.--The report required by subsection (a) shall include the following: (1) A comprehensive review of the policies and procedures of the Department regarding the use and maintenance of cameras at medical centers of the Department with respect to the following: (A) Patient safety, including-- (i) an analysis of how cameras are used to monitor staff and patients; (ii) an analysis of the specific units within medical centers in which the use of cameras is prioritized to protect patient safety; (iii) an analysis of the procedures regarding the positioning of cameras; and (iv) an analysis of the extent to which cameras monitor locations where drugs are stored to ensure that drugs are accounted for, and an assessment of whether that is a widely used practice. (B) Law enforcement, including-- (i) how exterior cameras are used; (ii) how interior cameras are used; and (iii) an analysis of locations, interior and exterior, in which use of cameras is prioritized. (2) Recommendations of the Secretary to improve patient safety and law enforcement, including-- (A) the placement and maintenance of cameras at medical centers of the Department; (B) the storage of data from such cameras; (C) the authority of supervisors at medical centers of the Department to review recordings from such cameras; (D) the number of staff required to monitor live footage from such cameras at each medical center of the Department; (E) the funding necessary to address shortfalls with respect to the use of such cameras and the specific uses for such funding; and (F) such other matters as the Secretary determines appropriate. (c) Camera Defined.--In this section, the term ``camera'' means any video camera used at a medical center of the Department of Veterans Affairs for purposes of patient safety or law enforcement. <all>

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. REPORT ON USE OF CAMERAS AT MEDICAL CENTERS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS. (b) Elements.--The report required by subsection (a) shall include the following: (1) A comprehensive review of the policies and procedures of the Department regarding the use and maintenance of cameras at medical centers of the Department with respect to the following: (A) Patient safety, including-- (i) an analysis of how cameras are used to monitor staff and patients; (ii) an analysis of the specific units within medical centers in which the use of cameras is prioritized to protect patient safety; (iii) an analysis of the procedures regarding the positioning of cameras; and (iv) an analysis of the extent to which cameras monitor locations where drugs are stored to ensure that drugs are accounted for, and an assessment of whether that is a widely used practice. (B) Law enforcement, including-- (i) how exterior cameras are used; (ii) how interior cameras are used; and (iii) an analysis of locations, interior and exterior, in which use of cameras is prioritized. (2) Recommendations of the Secretary to improve patient safety and law enforcement, including-- (A) the placement and maintenance of cameras at medical centers of the Department; (B) the storage of data from such cameras; (C) the authority of supervisors at medical centers of the Department to review recordings from such cameras; (D) the number of staff required to monitor live footage from such cameras at each medical center of the Department; (E) the funding necessary to address shortfalls with respect to the use of such cameras and the specific uses for such funding; and (F) such other matters as the Secretary determines appropriate.

To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit to Congress a report on the use of video cameras for patient safety and law enforcement at medical centers of the Department of Veterans Affairs. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. REPORT ON USE OF CAMERAS AT MEDICAL CENTERS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS. (a) Report Required.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, in collaboration with the Office of Operations, Security, and Preparedness of the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Veterans Health Administration, and the Office of Construction and Facilities Management of the Department, shall submit to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Veterans' Affairs of the House of Representatives a report analyzing the policies, use, and maintenance of cameras deployed by the Department for patient safety and law enforcement at medical centers of the Department. (b) Elements.--The report required by subsection (a) shall include the following: (1) A comprehensive review of the policies and procedures of the Department regarding the use and maintenance of cameras at medical centers of the Department with respect to the following: (A) Patient safety, including-- (i) an analysis of how cameras are used to monitor staff and patients; (ii) an analysis of the specific units within medical centers in which the use of cameras is prioritized to protect patient safety; (iii) an analysis of the procedures regarding the positioning of cameras; and (iv) an analysis of the extent to which cameras monitor locations where drugs are stored to ensure that drugs are accounted for, and an assessment of whether that is a widely used practice. (B) Law enforcement, including-- (i) how exterior cameras are used; (ii) how interior cameras are used; and (iii) an analysis of locations, interior and exterior, in which use of cameras is prioritized. (2) Recommendations of the Secretary to improve patient safety and law enforcement, including-- (A) the placement and maintenance of cameras at medical centers of the Department; (B) the storage of data from such cameras; (C) the authority of supervisors at medical centers of the Department to review recordings from such cameras; (D) the number of staff required to monitor live footage from such cameras at each medical center of the Department; (E) the funding necessary to address shortfalls with respect to the use of such cameras and the specific uses for such funding; and (F) such other matters as the Secretary determines appropriate. (c) Camera Defined.--In this section, the term ``camera'' means any video camera used at a medical center of the Department of Veterans Affairs for purposes of patient safety or law enforcement. <all>

To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit to Congress a report on the use of video cameras for patient safety and law enforcement at medical centers of the Department of Veterans Affairs. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. REPORT ON USE OF CAMERAS AT MEDICAL CENTERS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS. (a) Report Required.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, in collaboration with the Office of Operations, Security, and Preparedness of the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Veterans Health Administration, and the Office of Construction and Facilities Management of the Department, shall submit to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Veterans' Affairs of the House of Representatives a report analyzing the policies, use, and maintenance of cameras deployed by the Department for patient safety and law enforcement at medical centers of the Department. (b) Elements.--The report required by subsection (a) shall include the following: (1) A comprehensive review of the policies and procedures of the Department regarding the use and maintenance of cameras at medical centers of the Department with respect to the following: (A) Patient safety, including-- (i) an analysis of how cameras are used to monitor staff and patients; (ii) an analysis of the specific units within medical centers in which the use of cameras is prioritized to protect patient safety; (iii) an analysis of the procedures regarding the positioning of cameras; and (iv) an analysis of the extent to which cameras monitor locations where drugs are stored to ensure that drugs are accounted for, and an assessment of whether that is a widely used practice. (B) Law enforcement, including-- (i) how exterior cameras are used; (ii) how interior cameras are used; and (iii) an analysis of locations, interior and exterior, in which use of cameras is prioritized. (2) Recommendations of the Secretary to improve patient safety and law enforcement, including-- (A) the placement and maintenance of cameras at medical centers of the Department; (B) the storage of data from such cameras; (C) the authority of supervisors at medical centers of the Department to review recordings from such cameras; (D) the number of staff required to monitor live footage from such cameras at each medical center of the Department; (E) the funding necessary to address shortfalls with respect to the use of such cameras and the specific uses for such funding; and (F) such other matters as the Secretary determines appropriate. (c) Camera Defined.--In this section, the term ``camera'' means any video camera used at a medical center of the Department of Veterans Affairs for purposes of patient safety or law enforcement. <all>

To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit to Congress a report on the use of video cameras for patient safety and law enforcement at medical centers of the Department of Veterans Affairs. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. B) Law enforcement, including-- (i) how exterior cameras are used; (ii) how interior cameras are used; and (iii) an analysis of locations, interior and exterior, in which use of cameras is prioritized. c) Camera Defined.--In this section, the term ``camera'' means any video camera used at a medical center of the Department of Veterans Affairs for purposes of patient safety or law enforcement.

To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit to Congress a report on the use of video cameras for patient safety and law enforcement at medical centers of the Department of Veterans Affairs. B) Law enforcement, including-- (i) how exterior cameras are used; (ii) how interior cameras are used; and (iii) an analysis of locations, interior and exterior, in which use of cameras is prioritized. c) Camera Defined.--In this section, the term ``camera'' means any video camera used at a medical center of the Department of Veterans Affairs for purposes of patient safety or law enforcement.

To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit to Congress a report on the use of video cameras for patient safety and law enforcement at medical centers of the Department of Veterans Affairs. B) Law enforcement, including-- (i) how exterior cameras are used; (ii) how interior cameras are used; and (iii) an analysis of locations, interior and exterior, in which use of cameras is prioritized. c) Camera Defined.--In this section, the term ``camera'' means any video camera used at a medical center of the Department of Veterans Affairs for purposes of patient safety or law enforcement.

To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit to Congress a report on the use of video cameras for patient safety and law enforcement at medical centers of the Department of Veterans Affairs. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. B) Law enforcement, including-- (i) how exterior cameras are used; (ii) how interior cameras are used; and (iii) an analysis of locations, interior and exterior, in which use of cameras is prioritized. c) Camera Defined.--In this section, the term ``camera'' means any video camera used at a medical center of the Department of Veterans Affairs for purposes of patient safety or law enforcement.

To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit to Congress a report on the use of video cameras for patient safety and law enforcement at medical centers of the Department of Veterans Affairs. B) Law enforcement, including-- (i) how exterior cameras are used; (ii) how interior cameras are used; and (iii) an analysis of locations, interior and exterior, in which use of cameras is prioritized. c) Camera Defined.--In this section, the term ``camera'' means any video camera used at a medical center of the Department of Veterans Affairs for purposes of patient safety or law enforcement.

To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit to Congress a report on the use of video cameras for patient safety and law enforcement at medical centers of the Department of Veterans Affairs. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. B) Law enforcement, including-- (i) how exterior cameras are used; (ii) how interior cameras are used; and (iii) an analysis of locations, interior and exterior, in which use of cameras is prioritized. c) Camera Defined.--In this section, the term ``camera'' means any video camera used at a medical center of the Department of Veterans Affairs for purposes of patient safety or law enforcement.

To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit to Congress a report on the use of video cameras for patient safety and law enforcement at medical centers of the Department of Veterans Affairs. B) Law enforcement, including-- (i) how exterior cameras are used; (ii) how interior cameras are used; and (iii) an analysis of locations, interior and exterior, in which use of cameras is prioritized. c) Camera Defined.--In this section, the term ``camera'' means any video camera used at a medical center of the Department of Veterans Affairs for purposes of patient safety or law enforcement.

To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit to Congress a report on the use of video cameras for patient safety and law enforcement at medical centers of the Department of Veterans Affairs. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. B) Law enforcement, including-- (i) how exterior cameras are used; (ii) how interior cameras are used; and (iii) an analysis of locations, interior and exterior, in which use of cameras is prioritized. c) Camera Defined.--In this section, the term ``camera'' means any video camera used at a medical center of the Department of Veterans Affairs for purposes of patient safety or law enforcement.

To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit to Congress a report on the use of video cameras for patient safety and law enforcement at medical centers of the Department of Veterans Affairs. B) Law enforcement, including-- (i) how exterior cameras are used; (ii) how interior cameras are used; and (iii) an analysis of locations, interior and exterior, in which use of cameras is prioritized. c) Camera Defined.--In this section, the term ``camera'' means any video camera used at a medical center of the Department of Veterans Affairs for purposes of patient safety or law enforcement.

To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit to Congress a report on the use of video cameras for patient safety and law enforcement at medical centers of the Department of Veterans Affairs. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. B) Law enforcement, including-- (i) how exterior cameras are used; (ii) how interior cameras are used; and (iii) an analysis of locations, interior and exterior, in which use of cameras is prioritized. c) Camera Defined.--In this section, the term ``camera'' means any video camera used at a medical center of the Department of Veterans Affairs for purposes of patient safety or law enforcement.

S.1723

Health

Budgeting for Opioid Addiction Treatment Act This bill imposes an excise tax on the sale of any active opioid. The tax is equal to one cent per milligram so sold and it is imposed on the manufacturer, producer, or importer of the opioid. The term active opioid means any controlled substance that is opium, an opiate, or any derivative thereof. The bill provides block grants for substance abuse treatment programs. The Department of Health and Human Services must report on the impact of this bill on (1) the retail cost of active opioids; (2) patient access to such opioids, particularly cancer and hospice patients; and (3) the use of tax revenues to improve substance abuse treatment efforts. The report must also make suggestions for improving access to opioids for cancer and hospice patients and substance abuse treatment efforts.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish a stewardship fee on the production and importation of opioid pain relievers, 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 ``Budgeting for Opioid Addiction Treatment Act''. SEC. 2. STEWARDSHIP FEE ON OPIOID PAIN RELIEVERS. (a) In General.--Chapter 32 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting after subchapter D the following new subchapter: ``Subchapter E--Certain Opioid Pain Relievers ``Sec. 4191. Opioid pain relievers. ``SEC. 4191. OPIOID PAIN RELIEVERS. ``(a) In General.--There is hereby imposed on the sale of any active opioid by the manufacturer, producer, or importer a fee equal to 1 cent per milligram so sold. ``(b) Active Opioid.--For purposes of this section-- ``(1) In general.--The term `active opioid' means any controlled substance (as defined in section 102 of the Controlled Substances Act, as in effect on the date of the enactment of this section) which is opium, an opiate, or any derivative thereof. ``(2) Exclusion for certain prescription medications.--Such term shall not include any prescribed drug which is used exclusively for the treatment of opioid addiction as part of a medically assisted treatment effort. ``(3) Exclusion of other ingredients.--In the case of a product that includes an active opioid and another ingredient, subsection (a) shall apply only to the portion of such product that is an active opioid.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of subchapters for chapter 32 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting after the item relating to subchapter D the following new item: ``subchapter e. certain opioid pain relievers''. (c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to sales on or after the later of-- (1) the date which is 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act; or (2) the date on which the Secretary of Health and Human Services establishes the mechanism described in subsection (d)(1). (d) Rebate or Discount Program for Certain Cancer and Hospice Patients.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services, in consultation with patient advocacy groups and other relevant stakeholders as determined by such Secretary, shall establish a mechanism by which-- (A) any amount paid by an eligible patient in connection with the stewardship fee under section 4191 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (as added by this section) shall be rebated to such patient in as timely a manner as possible, or (B) amounts paid by an eligible patient for active opioids (as defined in section 4191(b) of such Code) are discounted at time of payment or purchase to ensure that such patient does not pay any amount attributable to such fee, with as little burden on the patient as possible. The Secretary shall choose whichever of the options described in subparagraph (A) or (B) is, in the Secretary's determination, most effective and efficient in ensuring eligible patients face no economic burden from such fee. (2) Eligible patient.--For purposes of this subsection, the term ``eligible patient'' means-- (A) a patient for whom any active opioid (as so defined) is prescribed to treat pain relating to cancer or cancer treatment; (B) a patient participating in hospice care; (C) a patient with respect to whom the prescriber of the applicable opioid determines that other non- opioid pain management treatments are inadequate or inappropriate; and (D) in the case of the death or incapacity of a patient described in subparagraph (A), (B), or (C), or any similar situation as determined by the Secretary of Health and Human Services, the appropriate family member, medical proxy, or similar representative or the estate of such patient. SEC. 3. BLOCK GRANTS FOR PREVENTION AND TREATMENT OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE. (a) Grants to States.--Section 1921(b) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-21(b)) is amended by inserting ``, and, as applicable, for carrying out section 1923A'' before the period. (b) Nonapplicability of Prevention Program Provision.--Section 1922(a)(1) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-22(a)(1)) is amended by inserting ``except with respect to amounts made available as described in section 1923A,'' before ``will expend''. (c) Opioid Treatment Programs.--Subpart II of part B of title XIX of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-21 et seq.) is amended by inserting after section 1923 the following: ``SEC. 1923A. ADDITIONAL SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT PROGRAMS. ``A funding agreement for a grant under section 1921 is that the State involved shall provide that any amounts made available by any increase in revenues to the Treasury in the previous fiscal year resulting from the enactment of section 4191 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, reduced by any amounts rebated or discounted under section 2(d) of the Budgeting for Opioid Addiction Treatment Act (as described in section 1933(a)(1)(B)(i)) be used exclusively for substance abuse (including opioid abuse) treatment efforts in the State, including-- ``(1) treatment programs-- ``(A) establishing new addiction treatment facilities, residential and outpatient, including covering capital costs; ``(B) establishing sober living facilities; ``(C) recruiting and increasing reimbursement for certified mental health providers providing substance abuse treatment in medically underserved communities or communities with high rates of prescription drug abuse; ``(D) expanding access to long-term, residential treatment programs for opioid addicts (including 30-, 60-, and 90-day programs); ``(E) establishing or operating support programs that offer employment services, housing, and other support services to help recovering addicts transition back into society; ``(F) establishing or operating housing for children whose parents are participating in substance abuse treatment programs, including capital costs; ``(G) establishing or operating facilities to provide care for babies born with neonatal abstinence syndrome, including capital costs; and ``(H) other treatment programs, as the Secretary determines appropriate; and ``(2) recruitment and training of substance use disorder professionals to work in rural and medically underserved communities.''. (d) Additional Funding.--Section 1933(a)(1)(B)(i) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-33(a)(1)(B)(i)) is amended by inserting ``, plus any increase in revenues to the Treasury in the previous fiscal year resulting from the enactment of section 4191 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, reduced by any amounts rebated or discounted under section 2(d) of the Budgeting for Opioid Addiction Treatment Act'' before the period. SEC. 4. REPORT. Not later than 2 years after the date described in section 2(c), the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall submit to Congress a report on the impact of the amendments made by sections 2 and 3 on-- (1) the retail cost of active opioids (as defined in section 4191 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as added by section 2); (2) patient access to such opioids, particularly cancer and hospice patients, including the effect of the discount or rebate on such opioids for cancer and hospice patients under section 2(d); (3) how the increase in revenue to the Treasury resulting from the enactment of section 4191 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is used to improve substance abuse treatment efforts in accordance with section 1923A of the Public Health Service Act (as added by section 3); and (4) suggestions for improving-- (A) access to opioids for cancer and hospice patients; and (B) substance abuse treatment efforts under such section 1923A. <all>

Budgeting for Opioid Addiction Treatment Act

A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish a stewardship fee on the production and importation of opioid pain relievers, and for other purposes.

Budgeting for Opioid Addiction Treatment Act

Sen. Manchin, Joe, III

D

WV

This bill imposes an excise tax on the sale of any active opioid. The tax is equal to one cent per milligram so sold and it is imposed on the manufacturer, producer, or importer of the opioid. The term active opioid means any controlled substance that is opium, an opiate, or any derivative thereof. The bill provides block grants for substance abuse treatment programs. The Department of Health and Human Services must report on the impact of this bill on (1) the retail cost of active opioids; (2) patient access to such opioids, particularly cancer and hospice patients; and (3) the use of tax revenues to improve substance abuse treatment efforts. The report must also make suggestions for improving access to opioids for cancer and hospice patients and substance abuse treatment efforts.

SHORT TITLE. 2. Opioid pain relievers. 4191. ``(2) Exclusion for certain prescription medications.--Such term shall not include any prescribed drug which is used exclusively for the treatment of opioid addiction as part of a medically assisted treatment effort. (c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to sales on or after the later of-- (1) the date which is 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act; or (2) the date on which the Secretary of Health and Human Services establishes the mechanism described in subsection (d)(1). (d) Rebate or Discount Program for Certain Cancer and Hospice Patients.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services, in consultation with patient advocacy groups and other relevant stakeholders as determined by such Secretary, shall establish a mechanism by which-- (A) any amount paid by an eligible patient in connection with the stewardship fee under section 4191 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (as added by this section) shall be rebated to such patient in as timely a manner as possible, or (B) amounts paid by an eligible patient for active opioids (as defined in section 4191(b) of such Code) are discounted at time of payment or purchase to ensure that such patient does not pay any amount attributable to such fee, with as little burden on the patient as possible. 3. (a) Grants to States.--Section 1921(b) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-21 et seq.) is amended by inserting after section 1923 the following: ``SEC. 1923A. ADDITIONAL SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT PROGRAMS. SEC. 4. REPORT.

SHORT TITLE. 2. Opioid pain relievers. 4191. ``(2) Exclusion for certain prescription medications.--Such term shall not include any prescribed drug which is used exclusively for the treatment of opioid addiction as part of a medically assisted treatment effort. (c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to sales on or after the later of-- (1) the date which is 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act; or (2) the date on which the Secretary of Health and Human Services establishes the mechanism described in subsection (d)(1). (d) Rebate or Discount Program for Certain Cancer and Hospice Patients.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services, in consultation with patient advocacy groups and other relevant stakeholders as determined by such Secretary, shall establish a mechanism by which-- (A) any amount paid by an eligible patient in connection with the stewardship fee under section 4191 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (as added by this section) shall be rebated to such patient in as timely a manner as possible, or (B) amounts paid by an eligible patient for active opioids (as defined in section 4191(b) of such Code) are discounted at time of payment or purchase to ensure that such patient does not pay any amount attributable to such fee, with as little burden on the patient as possible. 3. (a) Grants to States.--Section 1921(b) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-21 et seq.) is amended by inserting after section 1923 the following: ``SEC. 1923A. ADDITIONAL SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT PROGRAMS. SEC. 4. REPORT.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. 2. (a) In General.--Chapter 32 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting after subchapter D the following new subchapter: ``Subchapter E--Certain Opioid Pain Relievers ``Sec. Opioid pain relievers. 4191. ``(a) In General.--There is hereby imposed on the sale of any active opioid by the manufacturer, producer, or importer a fee equal to 1 cent per milligram so sold. ``(b) Active Opioid.--For purposes of this section-- ``(1) In general.--The term `active opioid' means any controlled substance (as defined in section 102 of the Controlled Substances Act, as in effect on the date of the enactment of this section) which is opium, an opiate, or any derivative thereof. ``(2) Exclusion for certain prescription medications.--Such term shall not include any prescribed drug which is used exclusively for the treatment of opioid addiction as part of a medically assisted treatment effort. ``(3) Exclusion of other ingredients.--In the case of a product that includes an active opioid and another ingredient, subsection (a) shall apply only to the portion of such product that is an active opioid.''. (c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to sales on or after the later of-- (1) the date which is 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act; or (2) the date on which the Secretary of Health and Human Services establishes the mechanism described in subsection (d)(1). (d) Rebate or Discount Program for Certain Cancer and Hospice Patients.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services, in consultation with patient advocacy groups and other relevant stakeholders as determined by such Secretary, shall establish a mechanism by which-- (A) any amount paid by an eligible patient in connection with the stewardship fee under section 4191 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (as added by this section) shall be rebated to such patient in as timely a manner as possible, or (B) amounts paid by an eligible patient for active opioids (as defined in section 4191(b) of such Code) are discounted at time of payment or purchase to ensure that such patient does not pay any amount attributable to such fee, with as little burden on the patient as possible. The Secretary shall choose whichever of the options described in subparagraph (A) or (B) is, in the Secretary's determination, most effective and efficient in ensuring eligible patients face no economic burden from such fee. 3. BLOCK GRANTS FOR PREVENTION AND TREATMENT OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE. (a) Grants to States.--Section 1921(b) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-21(b)) is amended by inserting ``, and, as applicable, for carrying out section 1923A'' before the period. 300x-21 et seq.) is amended by inserting after section 1923 the following: ``SEC. 1923A. ADDITIONAL SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT PROGRAMS. ``A funding agreement for a grant under section 1921 is that the State involved shall provide that any amounts made available by any increase in revenues to the Treasury in the previous fiscal year resulting from the enactment of section 4191 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, reduced by any amounts rebated or discounted under section 2(d) of the Budgeting for Opioid Addiction Treatment Act (as described in section 1933(a)(1)(B)(i)) be used exclusively for substance abuse (including opioid abuse) treatment efforts in the State, including-- ``(1) treatment programs-- ``(A) establishing new addiction treatment facilities, residential and outpatient, including covering capital costs; ``(B) establishing sober living facilities; ``(C) recruiting and increasing reimbursement for certified mental health providers providing substance abuse treatment in medically underserved communities or communities with high rates of prescription drug abuse; ``(D) expanding access to long-term, residential treatment programs for opioid addicts (including 30-, 60-, and 90-day programs); ``(E) establishing or operating support programs that offer employment services, housing, and other support services to help recovering addicts transition back into society; ``(F) establishing or operating housing for children whose parents are participating in substance abuse treatment programs, including capital costs; ``(G) establishing or operating facilities to provide care for babies born with neonatal abstinence syndrome, including capital costs; and ``(H) other treatment programs, as the Secretary determines appropriate; and ``(2) recruitment and training of substance use disorder professionals to work in rural and medically underserved communities.''. SEC. 4. REPORT.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish a stewardship fee on the production and importation of opioid pain relievers, 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 ``Budgeting for Opioid Addiction Treatment Act''. 2. (a) In General.--Chapter 32 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting after subchapter D the following new subchapter: ``Subchapter E--Certain Opioid Pain Relievers ``Sec. Opioid pain relievers. 4191. ``(a) In General.--There is hereby imposed on the sale of any active opioid by the manufacturer, producer, or importer a fee equal to 1 cent per milligram so sold. ``(b) Active Opioid.--For purposes of this section-- ``(1) In general.--The term `active opioid' means any controlled substance (as defined in section 102 of the Controlled Substances Act, as in effect on the date of the enactment of this section) which is opium, an opiate, or any derivative thereof. ``(2) Exclusion for certain prescription medications.--Such term shall not include any prescribed drug which is used exclusively for the treatment of opioid addiction as part of a medically assisted treatment effort. ``(3) Exclusion of other ingredients.--In the case of a product that includes an active opioid and another ingredient, subsection (a) shall apply only to the portion of such product that is an active opioid.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of subchapters for chapter 32 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting after the item relating to subchapter D the following new item: ``subchapter e. certain opioid pain relievers''. (c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to sales on or after the later of-- (1) the date which is 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act; or (2) the date on which the Secretary of Health and Human Services establishes the mechanism described in subsection (d)(1). (d) Rebate or Discount Program for Certain Cancer and Hospice Patients.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services, in consultation with patient advocacy groups and other relevant stakeholders as determined by such Secretary, shall establish a mechanism by which-- (A) any amount paid by an eligible patient in connection with the stewardship fee under section 4191 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (as added by this section) shall be rebated to such patient in as timely a manner as possible, or (B) amounts paid by an eligible patient for active opioids (as defined in section 4191(b) of such Code) are discounted at time of payment or purchase to ensure that such patient does not pay any amount attributable to such fee, with as little burden on the patient as possible. The Secretary shall choose whichever of the options described in subparagraph (A) or (B) is, in the Secretary's determination, most effective and efficient in ensuring eligible patients face no economic burden from such fee. (2) Eligible patient.--For purposes of this subsection, the term ``eligible patient'' means-- (A) a patient for whom any active opioid (as so defined) is prescribed to treat pain relating to cancer or cancer treatment; (B) a patient participating in hospice care; (C) a patient with respect to whom the prescriber of the applicable opioid determines that other non- opioid pain management treatments are inadequate or inappropriate; and (D) in the case of the death or incapacity of a patient described in subparagraph (A), (B), or (C), or any similar situation as determined by the Secretary of Health and Human Services, the appropriate family member, medical proxy, or similar representative or the estate of such patient. 3. BLOCK GRANTS FOR PREVENTION AND TREATMENT OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE. (a) Grants to States.--Section 1921(b) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-21(b)) is amended by inserting ``, and, as applicable, for carrying out section 1923A'' before the period. (b) Nonapplicability of Prevention Program Provision.--Section 1922(a)(1) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-22(a)(1)) is amended by inserting ``except with respect to amounts made available as described in section 1923A,'' before ``will expend''. 300x-21 et seq.) is amended by inserting after section 1923 the following: ``SEC. 1923A. ADDITIONAL SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT PROGRAMS. ``A funding agreement for a grant under section 1921 is that the State involved shall provide that any amounts made available by any increase in revenues to the Treasury in the previous fiscal year resulting from the enactment of section 4191 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, reduced by any amounts rebated or discounted under section 2(d) of the Budgeting for Opioid Addiction Treatment Act (as described in section 1933(a)(1)(B)(i)) be used exclusively for substance abuse (including opioid abuse) treatment efforts in the State, including-- ``(1) treatment programs-- ``(A) establishing new addiction treatment facilities, residential and outpatient, including covering capital costs; ``(B) establishing sober living facilities; ``(C) recruiting and increasing reimbursement for certified mental health providers providing substance abuse treatment in medically underserved communities or communities with high rates of prescription drug abuse; ``(D) expanding access to long-term, residential treatment programs for opioid addicts (including 30-, 60-, and 90-day programs); ``(E) establishing or operating support programs that offer employment services, housing, and other support services to help recovering addicts transition back into society; ``(F) establishing or operating housing for children whose parents are participating in substance abuse treatment programs, including capital costs; ``(G) establishing or operating facilities to provide care for babies born with neonatal abstinence syndrome, including capital costs; and ``(H) other treatment programs, as the Secretary determines appropriate; and ``(2) recruitment and training of substance use disorder professionals to work in rural and medically underserved communities.''. SEC. 4. REPORT.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish a stewardship fee on the production and importation of opioid pain relievers, and for other purposes. ``(2) Exclusion for certain prescription medications.--Such term shall not include any prescribed drug which is used exclusively for the treatment of opioid addiction as part of a medically assisted treatment effort. ``(3) Exclusion of other ingredients.--In the case of a product that includes an active opioid and another ingredient, subsection (a) shall apply only to the portion of such product that is an active opioid.''. ( b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of subchapters for chapter 32 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting after the item relating to subchapter D the following new item: ``subchapter e. certain opioid pain relievers''. ( The Secretary shall choose whichever of the options described in subparagraph (A) or (B) is, in the Secretary's determination, most effective and efficient in ensuring eligible patients face no economic burden from such fee. BLOCK GRANTS FOR PREVENTION AND TREATMENT OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE. ( b) Nonapplicability of Prevention Program Provision.--Section 1922(a)(1) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-22(a)(1)) is amended by inserting ``except with respect to amounts made available as described in section 1923A,'' before ``will expend''. ( (d) Additional Funding.--Section 1933(a)(1)(B)(i) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-33(a)(1)(B)(i)) is amended by inserting ``, plus any increase in revenues to the Treasury in the previous fiscal year resulting from the enactment of section 4191 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, reduced by any amounts rebated or discounted under section 2(d) of the Budgeting for Opioid Addiction Treatment Act'' before the period.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish a stewardship fee on the production and importation of opioid pain relievers, and for other purposes. Opioid pain relievers. b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of subchapters for chapter 32 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting after the item relating to subchapter D the following new item: ``subchapter e. certain opioid pain relievers''. ( The Secretary shall choose whichever of the options described in subparagraph (A) or (B) is, in the Secretary's determination, most effective and efficient in ensuring eligible patients face no economic burden from such fee. ( a) Grants to States.--Section 1921(b) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-21(b)) is amended by inserting ``, and, as applicable, for carrying out section 1923A'' before the period. ( (c) Opioid Treatment Programs.--Subpart II of part B of title XIX of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-21 et seq.) d) Additional Funding.--Section 1933(a)(1)(B)(i) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-33(a)(1)(B)(i)) is amended by inserting ``, plus any increase in revenues to the Treasury in the previous fiscal year resulting from the enactment of section 4191 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, reduced by any amounts rebated or discounted under section 2(d) of the Budgeting for Opioid Addiction Treatment Act'' before the period.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish a stewardship fee on the production and importation of opioid pain relievers, and for other purposes. Opioid pain relievers. b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of subchapters for chapter 32 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting after the item relating to subchapter D the following new item: ``subchapter e. certain opioid pain relievers''. ( The Secretary shall choose whichever of the options described in subparagraph (A) or (B) is, in the Secretary's determination, most effective and efficient in ensuring eligible patients face no economic burden from such fee. ( a) Grants to States.--Section 1921(b) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-21(b)) is amended by inserting ``, and, as applicable, for carrying out section 1923A'' before the period. ( (c) Opioid Treatment Programs.--Subpart II of part B of title XIX of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-21 et seq.) d) Additional Funding.--Section 1933(a)(1)(B)(i) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-33(a)(1)(B)(i)) is amended by inserting ``, plus any increase in revenues to the Treasury in the previous fiscal year resulting from the enactment of section 4191 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, reduced by any amounts rebated or discounted under section 2(d) of the Budgeting for Opioid Addiction Treatment Act'' before the period.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish a stewardship fee on the production and importation of opioid pain relievers, and for other purposes. ``(2) Exclusion for certain prescription medications.--Such term shall not include any prescribed drug which is used exclusively for the treatment of opioid addiction as part of a medically assisted treatment effort. ``(3) Exclusion of other ingredients.--In the case of a product that includes an active opioid and another ingredient, subsection (a) shall apply only to the portion of such product that is an active opioid.''. ( b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of subchapters for chapter 32 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting after the item relating to subchapter D the following new item: ``subchapter e. certain opioid pain relievers''. ( The Secretary shall choose whichever of the options described in subparagraph (A) or (B) is, in the Secretary's determination, most effective and efficient in ensuring eligible patients face no economic burden from such fee. BLOCK GRANTS FOR PREVENTION AND TREATMENT OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE. ( b) Nonapplicability of Prevention Program Provision.--Section 1922(a)(1) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-22(a)(1)) is amended by inserting ``except with respect to amounts made available as described in section 1923A,'' before ``will expend''. ( (d) Additional Funding.--Section 1933(a)(1)(B)(i) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-33(a)(1)(B)(i)) is amended by inserting ``, plus any increase in revenues to the Treasury in the previous fiscal year resulting from the enactment of section 4191 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, reduced by any amounts rebated or discounted under section 2(d) of the Budgeting for Opioid Addiction Treatment Act'' before the period.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish a stewardship fee on the production and importation of opioid pain relievers, and for other purposes. Opioid pain relievers. b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of subchapters for chapter 32 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting after the item relating to subchapter D the following new item: ``subchapter e. certain opioid pain relievers''. ( The Secretary shall choose whichever of the options described in subparagraph (A) or (B) is, in the Secretary's determination, most effective and efficient in ensuring eligible patients face no economic burden from such fee. ( a) Grants to States.--Section 1921(b) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-21(b)) is amended by inserting ``, and, as applicable, for carrying out section 1923A'' before the period. ( (c) Opioid Treatment Programs.--Subpart II of part B of title XIX of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-21 et seq.) d) Additional Funding.--Section 1933(a)(1)(B)(i) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-33(a)(1)(B)(i)) is amended by inserting ``, plus any increase in revenues to the Treasury in the previous fiscal year resulting from the enactment of section 4191 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, reduced by any amounts rebated or discounted under section 2(d) of the Budgeting for Opioid Addiction Treatment Act'' before the period.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish a stewardship fee on the production and importation of opioid pain relievers, and for other purposes. ``(2) Exclusion for certain prescription medications.--Such term shall not include any prescribed drug which is used exclusively for the treatment of opioid addiction as part of a medically assisted treatment effort. ``(3) Exclusion of other ingredients.--In the case of a product that includes an active opioid and another ingredient, subsection (a) shall apply only to the portion of such product that is an active opioid.''. ( b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of subchapters for chapter 32 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting after the item relating to subchapter D the following new item: ``subchapter e. certain opioid pain relievers''. ( The Secretary shall choose whichever of the options described in subparagraph (A) or (B) is, in the Secretary's determination, most effective and efficient in ensuring eligible patients face no economic burden from such fee. BLOCK GRANTS FOR PREVENTION AND TREATMENT OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE. ( b) Nonapplicability of Prevention Program Provision.--Section 1922(a)(1) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-22(a)(1)) is amended by inserting ``except with respect to amounts made available as described in section 1923A,'' before ``will expend''. ( (d) Additional Funding.--Section 1933(a)(1)(B)(i) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-33(a)(1)(B)(i)) is amended by inserting ``, plus any increase in revenues to the Treasury in the previous fiscal year resulting from the enactment of section 4191 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, reduced by any amounts rebated or discounted under section 2(d) of the Budgeting for Opioid Addiction Treatment Act'' before the period.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish a stewardship fee on the production and importation of opioid pain relievers, and for other purposes. Opioid pain relievers. b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of subchapters for chapter 32 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting after the item relating to subchapter D the following new item: ``subchapter e. certain opioid pain relievers''. ( The Secretary shall choose whichever of the options described in subparagraph (A) or (B) is, in the Secretary's determination, most effective and efficient in ensuring eligible patients face no economic burden from such fee. ( a) Grants to States.--Section 1921(b) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-21(b)) is amended by inserting ``, and, as applicable, for carrying out section 1923A'' before the period. ( (c) Opioid Treatment Programs.--Subpart II of part B of title XIX of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-21 et seq.) d) Additional Funding.--Section 1933(a)(1)(B)(i) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-33(a)(1)(B)(i)) is amended by inserting ``, plus any increase in revenues to the Treasury in the previous fiscal year resulting from the enactment of section 4191 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, reduced by any amounts rebated or discounted under section 2(d) of the Budgeting for Opioid Addiction Treatment Act'' before the period.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish a stewardship fee on the production and importation of opioid pain relievers, and for other purposes. ``(2) Exclusion for certain prescription medications.--Such term shall not include any prescribed drug which is used exclusively for the treatment of opioid addiction as part of a medically assisted treatment effort. ``(3) Exclusion of other ingredients.--In the case of a product that includes an active opioid and another ingredient, subsection (a) shall apply only to the portion of such product that is an active opioid.''. ( b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of subchapters for chapter 32 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting after the item relating to subchapter D the following new item: ``subchapter e. certain opioid pain relievers''. ( The Secretary shall choose whichever of the options described in subparagraph (A) or (B) is, in the Secretary's determination, most effective and efficient in ensuring eligible patients face no economic burden from such fee. BLOCK GRANTS FOR PREVENTION AND TREATMENT OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE. ( b) Nonapplicability of Prevention Program Provision.--Section 1922(a)(1) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-22(a)(1)) is amended by inserting ``except with respect to amounts made available as described in section 1923A,'' before ``will expend''. ( (d) Additional Funding.--Section 1933(a)(1)(B)(i) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-33(a)(1)(B)(i)) is amended by inserting ``, plus any increase in revenues to the Treasury in the previous fiscal year resulting from the enactment of section 4191 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, reduced by any amounts rebated or discounted under section 2(d) of the Budgeting for Opioid Addiction Treatment Act'' before the period.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish a stewardship fee on the production and importation of opioid pain relievers, and for other purposes. Opioid pain relievers. b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of subchapters for chapter 32 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting after the item relating to subchapter D the following new item: ``subchapter e. certain opioid pain relievers''. ( The Secretary shall choose whichever of the options described in subparagraph (A) or (B) is, in the Secretary's determination, most effective and efficient in ensuring eligible patients face no economic burden from such fee. ( a) Grants to States.--Section 1921(b) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-21(b)) is amended by inserting ``, and, as applicable, for carrying out section 1923A'' before the period. ( (c) Opioid Treatment Programs.--Subpart II of part B of title XIX of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-21 et seq.) d) Additional Funding.--Section 1933(a)(1)(B)(i) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-33(a)(1)(B)(i)) is amended by inserting ``, plus any increase in revenues to the Treasury in the previous fiscal year resulting from the enactment of section 4191 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, reduced by any amounts rebated or discounted under section 2(d) of the Budgeting for Opioid Addiction Treatment Act'' before the period.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish a stewardship fee on the production and importation of opioid pain relievers, and for other purposes. ``(2) Exclusion for certain prescription medications.--Such term shall not include any prescribed drug which is used exclusively for the treatment of opioid addiction as part of a medically assisted treatment effort. ``(3) Exclusion of other ingredients.--In the case of a product that includes an active opioid and another ingredient, subsection (a) shall apply only to the portion of such product that is an active opioid.''. ( b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of subchapters for chapter 32 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting after the item relating to subchapter D the following new item: ``subchapter e. certain opioid pain relievers''. ( The Secretary shall choose whichever of the options described in subparagraph (A) or (B) is, in the Secretary's determination, most effective and efficient in ensuring eligible patients face no economic burden from such fee. BLOCK GRANTS FOR PREVENTION AND TREATMENT OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE. ( b) Nonapplicability of Prevention Program Provision.--Section 1922(a)(1) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-22(a)(1)) is amended by inserting ``except with respect to amounts made available as described in section 1923A,'' before ``will expend''. ( (d) Additional Funding.--Section 1933(a)(1)(B)(i) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x-33(a)(1)(B)(i)) is amended by inserting ``, plus any increase in revenues to the Treasury in the previous fiscal year resulting from the enactment of section 4191 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, reduced by any amounts rebated or discounted under section 2(d) of the Budgeting for Opioid Addiction Treatment Act'' before the period.

S.3480

Armed Forces and National Security

This bill prohibits the Department of Defense and the National Nuclear Security Administration from using funds for FY2022-FY2027 to reduce the nuclear forces of the United States. Specifically, no such funds may be obligated or expended to reduce (1) the total quantity of strategic delivery systems below the quantity of such systems as of January 1, 2021, (2) the quantity of deployed or non-deployed strategic delivery systems below quantities described as the Final New START Treaty Force Structure, or (3) the size of the nuclear weapons stockpile below the size of the stockpile as of January 1, 2021. Such prohibition does not apply to

To prohibit the use of funds to reduce the nuclear forces of the United States. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. PROHIBITION ON THE USE OF FUNDS TO REDUCE UNITED STATES NUCLEAR FORCES. (a) Prohibition.--None of the funds authorized to be appropriated to the Department of Defense or the National Nuclear Security Administration for any of fiscal years 2022 through 2027 may be obligated or expended to reduce-- (1) the total quantity of strategic delivery systems below the quantity of such systems as of January 1, 2021; (2) the quantity of deployed or non-deployed strategic delivery systems below the quantities described as the ``Final New START Treaty Force Structure'' in the plan on the implementation of the New START Treaty required by section 1042 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (Public Law 112-81; 125 Stat. 1575); or (3) the size of the nuclear weapons stockpile below the size of the stockpile as of January 1, 2021. (b) Exceptions.--The prohibition under subsection (a) does not apply to-- (1) reductions made to ensure the safety, security, reliability, and credibility of the nuclear weapons stockpile and strategic delivery systems, including activities related to surveillance, assessment, certification, testing, and maintenance of nuclear weapons and strategic delivery systems; (2) temporary reductions in the quantity of nuclear weapons or deployed strategic delivery systems to facilitate the fielding of modernized replacements; (3) nuclear weapons that are retired or awaiting dismantlement as of January 1, 2021; or (4) reductions made pursuant to a treaty with respect to which the Senate has provided its advice and consent pursuant to article II, section 2, clause 2 of the Constitution of the United States. (c) Definitions.--In this section: (1) New start treaty.--The term ``New START Treaty'' means the Treaty between the United States of America and the Russian Federation on Measures for the Further Reduction and Limitation of Strategic Offensive Arms, signed on April 8, 2010, and entered into force on February 5, 2011. (2) Strategic delivery system.--The term ``strategic delivery system'' means any of the following: (A) LGM-30G Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missiles and any associated reentry vehicles. (B) Launch facilities for LGM-30G Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missiles, whether deployed or non-deployed. (C) Ohio-class fleet ballistic missile submarines. (D) UGM-133 Trident II submarine-launched ballistic missiles and any associated reentry vehicles. (E) B-52H Stratofortress long-range heavy bombers. (F) B-2A Spirit stealth bombers. (G) AGM-86B air-launched cruise missiles. Calendar No. 250 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 3480 _______________________________________________________________________

A bill to prohibit the use of funds to reduce the nuclear forces of the United States.

A bill to prohibit the use of funds to reduce the nuclear forces of the United States.

Official Titles - Senate Official Title as Introduced A bill to prohibit the use of funds to reduce the nuclear forces of the United States.

Sen. Hoeven, John

R

ND

This bill prohibits the Department of Defense and the National Nuclear Security Administration from using funds for FY2022-FY2027 to reduce the nuclear forces of the United States. Specifically, no such funds may be obligated or expended to reduce (1) the total quantity of strategic delivery systems below the quantity of such systems as of January 1, 2021, (2) the quantity of deployed or non-deployed strategic delivery systems below quantities described as the Final New START Treaty Force Structure, or (3) the size of the nuclear weapons stockpile below the size of the stockpile as of January 1, 2021. Such prohibition does not apply to

To prohibit the use of funds to reduce the nuclear forces of the United States. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. PROHIBITION ON THE USE OF FUNDS TO REDUCE UNITED STATES NUCLEAR FORCES. (a) Prohibition.--None of the funds authorized to be appropriated to the Department of Defense or the National Nuclear Security Administration for any of fiscal years 2022 through 2027 may be obligated or expended to reduce-- (1) the total quantity of strategic delivery systems below the quantity of such systems as of January 1, 2021; (2) the quantity of deployed or non-deployed strategic delivery systems below the quantities described as the ``Final New START Treaty Force Structure'' in the plan on the implementation of the New START Treaty required by section 1042 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (Public Law 112-81; 125 Stat. 1575); or (3) the size of the nuclear weapons stockpile below the size of the stockpile as of January 1, 2021. (b) Exceptions.--The prohibition under subsection (a) does not apply to-- (1) reductions made to ensure the safety, security, reliability, and credibility of the nuclear weapons stockpile and strategic delivery systems, including activities related to surveillance, assessment, certification, testing, and maintenance of nuclear weapons and strategic delivery systems; (2) temporary reductions in the quantity of nuclear weapons or deployed strategic delivery systems to facilitate the fielding of modernized replacements; (3) nuclear weapons that are retired or awaiting dismantlement as of January 1, 2021; or (4) reductions made pursuant to a treaty with respect to which the Senate has provided its advice and consent pursuant to article II, section 2, clause 2 of the Constitution of the United States. (c) Definitions.--In this section: (1) New start treaty.--The term ``New START Treaty'' means the Treaty between the United States of America and the Russian Federation on Measures for the Further Reduction and Limitation of Strategic Offensive Arms, signed on April 8, 2010, and entered into force on February 5, 2011. (2) Strategic delivery system.--The term ``strategic delivery system'' means any of the following: (A) LGM-30G Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missiles and any associated reentry vehicles. (B) Launch facilities for LGM-30G Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missiles, whether deployed or non-deployed. (C) Ohio-class fleet ballistic missile submarines. (D) UGM-133 Trident II submarine-launched ballistic missiles and any associated reentry vehicles. (E) B-52H Stratofortress long-range heavy bombers. (F) B-2A Spirit stealth bombers. (G) AGM-86B air-launched cruise missiles. Calendar No. 250 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 3480 _______________________________________________________________________

PROHIBITION ON THE USE OF FUNDS TO REDUCE UNITED STATES NUCLEAR FORCES. (a) Prohibition.--None of the funds authorized to be appropriated to the Department of Defense or the National Nuclear Security Administration for any of fiscal years 2022 through 2027 may be obligated or expended to reduce-- (1) the total quantity of strategic delivery systems below the quantity of such systems as of January 1, 2021; (2) the quantity of deployed or non-deployed strategic delivery systems below the quantities described as the ``Final New START Treaty Force Structure'' in the plan on the implementation of the New START Treaty required by section 1042 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (Public Law 112-81; 125 Stat. 1575); or (3) the size of the nuclear weapons stockpile below the size of the stockpile as of January 1, 2021. (c) Definitions.--In this section: (1) New start treaty.--The term ``New START Treaty'' means the Treaty between the United States of America and the Russian Federation on Measures for the Further Reduction and Limitation of Strategic Offensive Arms, signed on April 8, 2010, and entered into force on February 5, 2011. (2) Strategic delivery system.--The term ``strategic delivery system'' means any of the following: (A) LGM-30G Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missiles and any associated reentry vehicles. (C) Ohio-class fleet ballistic missile submarines. (E) B-52H Stratofortress long-range heavy bombers. (F) B-2A Spirit stealth bombers. (G) AGM-86B air-launched cruise missiles. Calendar No. 250 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 3480 _______________________________________________________________________

To prohibit the use of funds to reduce the nuclear forces of the United States. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. PROHIBITION ON THE USE OF FUNDS TO REDUCE UNITED STATES NUCLEAR FORCES. (a) Prohibition.--None of the funds authorized to be appropriated to the Department of Defense or the National Nuclear Security Administration for any of fiscal years 2022 through 2027 may be obligated or expended to reduce-- (1) the total quantity of strategic delivery systems below the quantity of such systems as of January 1, 2021; (2) the quantity of deployed or non-deployed strategic delivery systems below the quantities described as the ``Final New START Treaty Force Structure'' in the plan on the implementation of the New START Treaty required by section 1042 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (Public Law 112-81; 125 Stat. 1575); or (3) the size of the nuclear weapons stockpile below the size of the stockpile as of January 1, 2021. (b) Exceptions.--The prohibition under subsection (a) does not apply to-- (1) reductions made to ensure the safety, security, reliability, and credibility of the nuclear weapons stockpile and strategic delivery systems, including activities related to surveillance, assessment, certification, testing, and maintenance of nuclear weapons and strategic delivery systems; (2) temporary reductions in the quantity of nuclear weapons or deployed strategic delivery systems to facilitate the fielding of modernized replacements; (3) nuclear weapons that are retired or awaiting dismantlement as of January 1, 2021; or (4) reductions made pursuant to a treaty with respect to which the Senate has provided its advice and consent pursuant to article II, section 2, clause 2 of the Constitution of the United States. (c) Definitions.--In this section: (1) New start treaty.--The term ``New START Treaty'' means the Treaty between the United States of America and the Russian Federation on Measures for the Further Reduction and Limitation of Strategic Offensive Arms, signed on April 8, 2010, and entered into force on February 5, 2011. (2) Strategic delivery system.--The term ``strategic delivery system'' means any of the following: (A) LGM-30G Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missiles and any associated reentry vehicles. (B) Launch facilities for LGM-30G Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missiles, whether deployed or non-deployed. (C) Ohio-class fleet ballistic missile submarines. (D) UGM-133 Trident II submarine-launched ballistic missiles and any associated reentry vehicles. (E) B-52H Stratofortress long-range heavy bombers. (F) B-2A Spirit stealth bombers. (G) AGM-86B air-launched cruise missiles. Calendar No. 250 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 3480 _______________________________________________________________________

To prohibit the use of funds to reduce the nuclear forces of the United States. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. PROHIBITION ON THE USE OF FUNDS TO REDUCE UNITED STATES NUCLEAR FORCES. (a) Prohibition.--None of the funds authorized to be appropriated to the Department of Defense or the National Nuclear Security Administration for any of fiscal years 2022 through 2027 may be obligated or expended to reduce-- (1) the total quantity of strategic delivery systems below the quantity of such systems as of January 1, 2021; (2) the quantity of deployed or non-deployed strategic delivery systems below the quantities described as the ``Final New START Treaty Force Structure'' in the plan on the implementation of the New START Treaty required by section 1042 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (Public Law 112-81; 125 Stat. 1575); or (3) the size of the nuclear weapons stockpile below the size of the stockpile as of January 1, 2021. (b) Exceptions.--The prohibition under subsection (a) does not apply to-- (1) reductions made to ensure the safety, security, reliability, and credibility of the nuclear weapons stockpile and strategic delivery systems, including activities related to surveillance, assessment, certification, testing, and maintenance of nuclear weapons and strategic delivery systems; (2) temporary reductions in the quantity of nuclear weapons or deployed strategic delivery systems to facilitate the fielding of modernized replacements; (3) nuclear weapons that are retired or awaiting dismantlement as of January 1, 2021; or (4) reductions made pursuant to a treaty with respect to which the Senate has provided its advice and consent pursuant to article II, section 2, clause 2 of the Constitution of the United States. (c) Definitions.--In this section: (1) New start treaty.--The term ``New START Treaty'' means the Treaty between the United States of America and the Russian Federation on Measures for the Further Reduction and Limitation of Strategic Offensive Arms, signed on April 8, 2010, and entered into force on February 5, 2011. (2) Strategic delivery system.--The term ``strategic delivery system'' means any of the following: (A) LGM-30G Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missiles and any associated reentry vehicles. (B) Launch facilities for LGM-30G Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missiles, whether deployed or non-deployed. (C) Ohio-class fleet ballistic missile submarines. (D) UGM-133 Trident II submarine-launched ballistic missiles and any associated reentry vehicles. (E) B-52H Stratofortress long-range heavy bombers. (F) B-2A Spirit stealth bombers. (G) AGM-86B air-launched cruise missiles. Calendar No. 250 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 3480 _______________________________________________________________________

To prohibit the use of funds to reduce the nuclear forces of the United States. 1575); or (3) the size of the nuclear weapons stockpile below the size of the stockpile as of January 1, 2021. c) Definitions.--In this section: (1) New start treaty.--The term ``New START Treaty'' means the Treaty between the United States of America and the Russian Federation on Measures for the Further Reduction and Limitation of Strategic Offensive Arms, signed on April 8, 2010, and entered into force on February 5, 2011. ( D) UGM-133 Trident II submarine-launched ballistic missiles and any associated reentry vehicles. ( (G) AGM-86B air-launched cruise missiles. 250 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 3480 _______________________________________________________________________

To prohibit the use of funds to reduce the nuclear forces of the United States. c) Definitions.--In this section: (1) New start treaty.--The term ``New START Treaty'' means the Treaty between the United States of America and the Russian Federation on Measures for the Further Reduction and Limitation of Strategic Offensive Arms, signed on April 8, 2010, and entered into force on February 5, 2011. ( (B) Launch facilities for LGM-30G Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missiles, whether deployed or non-deployed. ( D) UGM-133 Trident II submarine-launched ballistic missiles and any associated reentry vehicles. (

To prohibit the use of funds to reduce the nuclear forces of the United States. c) Definitions.--In this section: (1) New start treaty.--The term ``New START Treaty'' means the Treaty between the United States of America and the Russian Federation on Measures for the Further Reduction and Limitation of Strategic Offensive Arms, signed on April 8, 2010, and entered into force on February 5, 2011. ( (B) Launch facilities for LGM-30G Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missiles, whether deployed or non-deployed. ( D) UGM-133 Trident II submarine-launched ballistic missiles and any associated reentry vehicles. (

To prohibit the use of funds to reduce the nuclear forces of the United States. 1575); or (3) the size of the nuclear weapons stockpile below the size of the stockpile as of January 1, 2021. c) Definitions.--In this section: (1) New start treaty.--The term ``New START Treaty'' means the Treaty between the United States of America and the Russian Federation on Measures for the Further Reduction and Limitation of Strategic Offensive Arms, signed on April 8, 2010, and entered into force on February 5, 2011. ( D) UGM-133 Trident II submarine-launched ballistic missiles and any associated reentry vehicles. ( (G) AGM-86B air-launched cruise missiles. 250 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 3480 _______________________________________________________________________

To prohibit the use of funds to reduce the nuclear forces of the United States. c) Definitions.--In this section: (1) New start treaty.--The term ``New START Treaty'' means the Treaty between the United States of America and the Russian Federation on Measures for the Further Reduction and Limitation of Strategic Offensive Arms, signed on April 8, 2010, and entered into force on February 5, 2011. ( (B) Launch facilities for LGM-30G Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missiles, whether deployed or non-deployed. ( D) UGM-133 Trident II submarine-launched ballistic missiles and any associated reentry vehicles. (

To prohibit the use of funds to reduce the nuclear forces of the United States. 1575); or (3) the size of the nuclear weapons stockpile below the size of the stockpile as of January 1, 2021. c) Definitions.--In this section: (1) New start treaty.--The term ``New START Treaty'' means the Treaty between the United States of America and the Russian Federation on Measures for the Further Reduction and Limitation of Strategic Offensive Arms, signed on April 8, 2010, and entered into force on February 5, 2011. ( D) UGM-133 Trident II submarine-launched ballistic missiles and any associated reentry vehicles. ( (G) AGM-86B air-launched cruise missiles. 250 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 3480 _______________________________________________________________________

To prohibit the use of funds to reduce the nuclear forces of the United States. c) Definitions.--In this section: (1) New start treaty.--The term ``New START Treaty'' means the Treaty between the United States of America and the Russian Federation on Measures for the Further Reduction and Limitation of Strategic Offensive Arms, signed on April 8, 2010, and entered into force on February 5, 2011. ( (B) Launch facilities for LGM-30G Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missiles, whether deployed or non-deployed. ( D) UGM-133 Trident II submarine-launched ballistic missiles and any associated reentry vehicles. (

To prohibit the use of funds to reduce the nuclear forces of the United States. 1575); or (3) the size of the nuclear weapons stockpile below the size of the stockpile as of January 1, 2021. c) Definitions.--In this section: (1) New start treaty.--The term ``New START Treaty'' means the Treaty between the United States of America and the Russian Federation on Measures for the Further Reduction and Limitation of Strategic Offensive Arms, signed on April 8, 2010, and entered into force on February 5, 2011. ( D) UGM-133 Trident II submarine-launched ballistic missiles and any associated reentry vehicles. ( (G) AGM-86B air-launched cruise missiles. 250 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 3480 _______________________________________________________________________

To prohibit the use of funds to reduce the nuclear forces of the United States. c) Definitions.--In this section: (1) New start treaty.--The term ``New START Treaty'' means the Treaty between the United States of America and the Russian Federation on Measures for the Further Reduction and Limitation of Strategic Offensive Arms, signed on April 8, 2010, and entered into force on February 5, 2011. ( (B) Launch facilities for LGM-30G Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missiles, whether deployed or non-deployed. ( D) UGM-133 Trident II submarine-launched ballistic missiles and any associated reentry vehicles. (

To prohibit the use of funds to reduce the nuclear forces of the United States. 1575); or (3) the size of the nuclear weapons stockpile below the size of the stockpile as of January 1, 2021. c) Definitions.--In this section: (1) New start treaty.--The term ``New START Treaty'' means the Treaty between the United States of America and the Russian Federation on Measures for the Further Reduction and Limitation of Strategic Offensive Arms, signed on April 8, 2010, and entered into force on February 5, 2011. ( D) UGM-133 Trident II submarine-launched ballistic missiles and any associated reentry vehicles. ( (G) AGM-86B air-launched cruise missiles. 250 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 3480 _______________________________________________________________________

S.J.Res.26

Armed Forces and National Security

Ulysses S. Grant Bicentennial Recognition Act This joint resolution authorizes the President to posthumously appoint Ulysses S. Grant to the grade of General of the Armies of the United States, effective on April 27, 2022.

117th CONGRESS 1st Session S. J. RES. 26 To provide for the appointment of Ulysses S. Grant to the grade of General of the Armies of the United States. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 22 (legislative day, September 21), 2021 Mr. Blunt (for himself and Mr. Brown) introduced the following joint resolution; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary _______________________________________________________________________ JOINT RESOLUTION To provide for the appointment of Ulysses S. Grant to the grade of General of the Armies of the United States. Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This joint resolution may be cited as the ``Ulysses S. Grant Bicentennial Recognition Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS AND PURPOSE. (a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) On March 3, 1799, Congress created the grade of ``General of the Armies of the United States'' as the commander of the Army of the United States (5th Congress, Session III, Chap. 48, Section 9). (2) On March 16, 1802, Congress effectively dissolved the grade of General of the Armies of the United States when it passed the Military Peace Establishment Act without reference to the grade (7th Congress, Session I, Chap. 9, Sec. 3). (3) On July 1, 1843, Ulysses S. Grant graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point, and, on July 31, 1854, Grant resigned from the Army at the grade of Captain. (4) Following President Abraham Lincoln's April 15, 1861, proclamation calling for 75,000 volunteers to suppress Confederate forces, Ulysses S. Grant rejoined the Army and helped recruit and train volunteer soldiers for the Union. (5) Over the course of the American Civil War, Ulysses S. Grant commanded a cumulative total of over 620,000 Union soldiers and achieved major victories including Fort Henry (February 1862), Fort Donelson (February 1862), Shiloh (April 1862), the Vicksburg Campaign (November 1862-July 1863), Chattanooga (November 1863), the Wilderness Campaign (May 1864- June 1864), the Petersburg Campaign (June 1864-April 1865), and the Appomattox Campaign (April 1865). (6) On February 29, 1864, Congress reestablished the grade of ``Lieutenant-General of the United States Army'' and authorized the President to appoint, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, an officer who was ``most distinguished for courage, skill, and ability'' (38th Congress, Session I, Chap. 14, Sec. 1); that same day, President Abraham Lincoln nominated Ulysses S. Grant to be Lieutenant-General. (7) On March 10, 1864, President Abraham Lincoln formally appointed Ulysses S. Grant to the grade of Lieutenant-General of the Army, a position previously held by only George Washington and Winfield Scott, although Scott's promotion was a brevet appointment. (8) On July 25, 1866, Congress established the grade of ``General of the Army of the United States'' (39th Congress, Session I, Chap. 232), and Ulysses S. Grant was appointed, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, to General of the Army of the United States for his role in commanding the Union armies during the Civil War. (9) On March 4, 1869, Ulysses S. Grant was sworn in as the 18th President of the United States. (10) Throughout his two terms as President, Ulysses S. Grant secured the ratification of the 15th amendment to the Constitution, the creation of the Department of Justice, and the passage and implementation of the Civil Rights Act of 1875. (11) On October 11, 1976, Congress enacted Public Law 94- 479, which re-established the grade of ``General of the Armies of the United States'' to posthumously request the appointment of George Washington to General of the Armies of the United States and made clear that this grade has ``precedence over all other grades of the Army, past or present''. (b) Purpose.--The purpose of this joint resolution is to-- (1) honor Ulysses S. Grant for his efforts and leadership in defending the union of the United States of America; (2) recognize that the military victories achieved under the command of Ulysses S. Grant were integral to the preservation of the United States of America; and (3) affirm that Ulysses S. Grant is among the most influential military commanders in the history of the United States of America. SEC. 3. APPOINTMENT. The President is authorized and requested to appoint Ulysses S. Grant posthumously to the grade of General of the Armies of the United States, such appointment to take effect on April 27, 2022. <all>

Ulysses S. Grant Bicentennial Recognition Act

A joint resolution to provide for the appointment of Ulysses S. Grant to the grade of General of the Armies of the United States.

Ulysses S. Grant Bicentennial Recognition Act

Sen. Blunt, Roy

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This joint resolution authorizes the President to posthumously appoint Ulysses S. Grant to the grade of General of the Armies of the United States, effective on April 27, 2022.

117th CONGRESS 1st Session S. J. RES. 26 To provide for the appointment of Ulysses S. Grant to the grade of General of the Armies of the United States. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 22 (legislative day, September 21), 2021 Mr. Blunt (for himself and Mr. Brown) introduced the following joint resolution; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary _______________________________________________________________________ JOINT RESOLUTION To provide for the appointment of Ulysses S. Grant to the grade of General of the Armies of the United States. Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This joint resolution may be cited as the ``Ulysses S. Grant Bicentennial Recognition Act''. 2. FINDINGS AND PURPOSE. 48, Section 9). (2) On March 16, 1802, Congress effectively dissolved the grade of General of the Armies of the United States when it passed the Military Peace Establishment Act without reference to the grade (7th Congress, Session I, Chap. 3). (4) Following President Abraham Lincoln's April 15, 1861, proclamation calling for 75,000 volunteers to suppress Confederate forces, Ulysses S. Grant rejoined the Army and helped recruit and train volunteer soldiers for the Union. (5) Over the course of the American Civil War, Ulysses S. Grant commanded a cumulative total of over 620,000 Union soldiers and achieved major victories including Fort Henry (February 1862), Fort Donelson (February 1862), Shiloh (April 1862), the Vicksburg Campaign (November 1862-July 1863), Chattanooga (November 1863), the Wilderness Campaign (May 1864- June 1864), the Petersburg Campaign (June 1864-April 1865), and the Appomattox Campaign (April 1865). (6) On February 29, 1864, Congress reestablished the grade of ``Lieutenant-General of the United States Army'' and authorized the President to appoint, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, an officer who was ``most distinguished for courage, skill, and ability'' (38th Congress, Session I, Chap. 14, Sec. 1); that same day, President Abraham Lincoln nominated Ulysses S. Grant to be Lieutenant-General. (7) On March 10, 1864, President Abraham Lincoln formally appointed Ulysses S. Grant to the grade of Lieutenant-General of the Army, a position previously held by only George Washington and Winfield Scott, although Scott's promotion was a brevet appointment. (10) Throughout his two terms as President, Ulysses S. Grant secured the ratification of the 15th amendment to the Constitution, the creation of the Department of Justice, and the passage and implementation of the Civil Rights Act of 1875. (11) On October 11, 1976, Congress enacted Public Law 94- 479, which re-established the grade of ``General of the Armies of the United States'' to posthumously request the appointment of George Washington to General of the Armies of the United States and made clear that this grade has ``precedence over all other grades of the Army, past or present''. SEC.

117th CONGRESS 1st Session S. J. RES. 26 To provide for the appointment of Ulysses S. Grant to the grade of General of the Armies of the United States. Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This joint resolution may be cited as the ``Ulysses S. Grant Bicentennial Recognition Act''. 2. FINDINGS AND PURPOSE. 48, Section 9). (2) On March 16, 1802, Congress effectively dissolved the grade of General of the Armies of the United States when it passed the Military Peace Establishment Act without reference to the grade (7th Congress, Session I, Chap. 3). (4) Following President Abraham Lincoln's April 15, 1861, proclamation calling for 75,000 volunteers to suppress Confederate forces, Ulysses S. Grant rejoined the Army and helped recruit and train volunteer soldiers for the Union. (5) Over the course of the American Civil War, Ulysses S. Grant commanded a cumulative total of over 620,000 Union soldiers and achieved major victories including Fort Henry (February 1862), Fort Donelson (February 1862), Shiloh (April 1862), the Vicksburg Campaign (November 1862-July 1863), Chattanooga (November 1863), the Wilderness Campaign (May 1864- June 1864), the Petersburg Campaign (June 1864-April 1865), and the Appomattox Campaign (April 1865). 1); that same day, President Abraham Lincoln nominated Ulysses S. Grant to be Lieutenant-General. (10) Throughout his two terms as President, Ulysses S. Grant secured the ratification of the 15th amendment to the Constitution, the creation of the Department of Justice, and the passage and implementation of the Civil Rights Act of 1875. (11) On October 11, 1976, Congress enacted Public Law 94- 479, which re-established the grade of ``General of the Armies of the United States'' to posthumously request the appointment of George Washington to General of the Armies of the United States and made clear that this grade has ``precedence over all other grades of the Army, past or present''. SEC.

117th CONGRESS 1st Session S. J. RES. 26 To provide for the appointment of Ulysses S. Grant to the grade of General of the Armies of the United States. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 22 (legislative day, September 21), 2021 Mr. Blunt (for himself and Mr. Brown) introduced the following joint resolution; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary _______________________________________________________________________ JOINT RESOLUTION To provide for the appointment of Ulysses S. Grant to the grade of General of the Armies of the United States. Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This joint resolution may be cited as the ``Ulysses S. Grant Bicentennial Recognition Act''. 2. FINDINGS AND PURPOSE. (a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) On March 3, 1799, Congress created the grade of ``General of the Armies of the United States'' as the commander of the Army of the United States (5th Congress, Session III, Chap. 48, Section 9). (2) On March 16, 1802, Congress effectively dissolved the grade of General of the Armies of the United States when it passed the Military Peace Establishment Act without reference to the grade (7th Congress, Session I, Chap. 9, Sec. 3). (3) On July 1, 1843, Ulysses S. Grant graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point, and, on July 31, 1854, Grant resigned from the Army at the grade of Captain. (4) Following President Abraham Lincoln's April 15, 1861, proclamation calling for 75,000 volunteers to suppress Confederate forces, Ulysses S. Grant rejoined the Army and helped recruit and train volunteer soldiers for the Union. (5) Over the course of the American Civil War, Ulysses S. Grant commanded a cumulative total of over 620,000 Union soldiers and achieved major victories including Fort Henry (February 1862), Fort Donelson (February 1862), Shiloh (April 1862), the Vicksburg Campaign (November 1862-July 1863), Chattanooga (November 1863), the Wilderness Campaign (May 1864- June 1864), the Petersburg Campaign (June 1864-April 1865), and the Appomattox Campaign (April 1865). (6) On February 29, 1864, Congress reestablished the grade of ``Lieutenant-General of the United States Army'' and authorized the President to appoint, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, an officer who was ``most distinguished for courage, skill, and ability'' (38th Congress, Session I, Chap. 14, Sec. 1); that same day, President Abraham Lincoln nominated Ulysses S. Grant to be Lieutenant-General. (7) On March 10, 1864, President Abraham Lincoln formally appointed Ulysses S. Grant to the grade of Lieutenant-General of the Army, a position previously held by only George Washington and Winfield Scott, although Scott's promotion was a brevet appointment. (8) On July 25, 1866, Congress established the grade of ``General of the Army of the United States'' (39th Congress, Session I, Chap. 232), and Ulysses S. Grant was appointed, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, to General of the Army of the United States for his role in commanding the Union armies during the Civil War. (9) On March 4, 1869, Ulysses S. Grant was sworn in as the 18th President of the United States. (10) Throughout his two terms as President, Ulysses S. Grant secured the ratification of the 15th amendment to the Constitution, the creation of the Department of Justice, and the passage and implementation of the Civil Rights Act of 1875. (11) On October 11, 1976, Congress enacted Public Law 94- 479, which re-established the grade of ``General of the Armies of the United States'' to posthumously request the appointment of George Washington to General of the Armies of the United States and made clear that this grade has ``precedence over all other grades of the Army, past or present''. (b) Purpose.--The purpose of this joint resolution is to-- (1) honor Ulysses S. Grant for his efforts and leadership in defending the union of the United States of America; (2) recognize that the military victories achieved under the command of Ulysses S. Grant were integral to the preservation of the United States of America; and (3) affirm that Ulysses S. Grant is among the most influential military commanders in the history of the United States of America. SEC. 3. APPOINTMENT. The President is authorized and requested to appoint Ulysses S. Grant posthumously to the grade of General of the Armies of the United States, such appointment to take effect on April 27, 2022. <all>

117th CONGRESS 1st Session S. J. RES. 26 To provide for the appointment of Ulysses S. Grant to the grade of General of the Armies of the United States. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 22 (legislative day, September 21), 2021 Mr. Blunt (for himself and Mr. Brown) introduced the following joint resolution; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary _______________________________________________________________________ JOINT RESOLUTION To provide for the appointment of Ulysses S. Grant to the grade of General of the Armies of the United States. Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This joint resolution may be cited as the ``Ulysses S. Grant Bicentennial Recognition Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS AND PURPOSE. (a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) On March 3, 1799, Congress created the grade of ``General of the Armies of the United States'' as the commander of the Army of the United States (5th Congress, Session III, Chap. 48, Section 9). (2) On March 16, 1802, Congress effectively dissolved the grade of General of the Armies of the United States when it passed the Military Peace Establishment Act without reference to the grade (7th Congress, Session I, Chap. 9, Sec. 3). (3) On July 1, 1843, Ulysses S. Grant graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point, and, on July 31, 1854, Grant resigned from the Army at the grade of Captain. (4) Following President Abraham Lincoln's April 15, 1861, proclamation calling for 75,000 volunteers to suppress Confederate forces, Ulysses S. Grant rejoined the Army and helped recruit and train volunteer soldiers for the Union. (5) Over the course of the American Civil War, Ulysses S. Grant commanded a cumulative total of over 620,000 Union soldiers and achieved major victories including Fort Henry (February 1862), Fort Donelson (February 1862), Shiloh (April 1862), the Vicksburg Campaign (November 1862-July 1863), Chattanooga (November 1863), the Wilderness Campaign (May 1864- June 1864), the Petersburg Campaign (June 1864-April 1865), and the Appomattox Campaign (April 1865). (6) On February 29, 1864, Congress reestablished the grade of ``Lieutenant-General of the United States Army'' and authorized the President to appoint, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, an officer who was ``most distinguished for courage, skill, and ability'' (38th Congress, Session I, Chap. 14, Sec. 1); that same day, President Abraham Lincoln nominated Ulysses S. Grant to be Lieutenant-General. (7) On March 10, 1864, President Abraham Lincoln formally appointed Ulysses S. Grant to the grade of Lieutenant-General of the Army, a position previously held by only George Washington and Winfield Scott, although Scott's promotion was a brevet appointment. (8) On July 25, 1866, Congress established the grade of ``General of the Army of the United States'' (39th Congress, Session I, Chap. 232), and Ulysses S. Grant was appointed, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, to General of the Army of the United States for his role in commanding the Union armies during the Civil War. (9) On March 4, 1869, Ulysses S. Grant was sworn in as the 18th President of the United States. (10) Throughout his two terms as President, Ulysses S. Grant secured the ratification of the 15th amendment to the Constitution, the creation of the Department of Justice, and the passage and implementation of the Civil Rights Act of 1875. (11) On October 11, 1976, Congress enacted Public Law 94- 479, which re-established the grade of ``General of the Armies of the United States'' to posthumously request the appointment of George Washington to General of the Armies of the United States and made clear that this grade has ``precedence over all other grades of the Army, past or present''. (b) Purpose.--The purpose of this joint resolution is to-- (1) honor Ulysses S. Grant for his efforts and leadership in defending the union of the United States of America; (2) recognize that the military victories achieved under the command of Ulysses S. Grant were integral to the preservation of the United States of America; and (3) affirm that Ulysses S. Grant is among the most influential military commanders in the history of the United States of America. SEC. 3. APPOINTMENT. The President is authorized and requested to appoint Ulysses S. Grant posthumously to the grade of General of the Armies of the United States, such appointment to take effect on April 27, 2022. <all>

117th CONGRESS 1st Session S. J. RES. a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) On March 3, 1799, Congress created the grade of ``General of the Armies of the United States'' as the commander of the Army of the United States (5th Congress, Session III, Chap. (4) Following President Abraham Lincoln's April 15, 1861, proclamation calling for 75,000 volunteers to suppress Confederate forces, Ulysses S. Grant rejoined the Army and helped recruit and train volunteer soldiers for the Union. ( 6) On February 29, 1864, Congress reestablished the grade of ``Lieutenant-General of the United States Army'' and authorized the President to appoint, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, an officer who was ``most distinguished for courage, skill, and ability'' (38th Congress, Session I, Chap. 232), and Ulysses S. Grant was appointed, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, to General of the Army of the United States for his role in commanding the Union armies during the Civil War. ( 11) On October 11, 1976, Congress enacted Public Law 94- 479, which re-established the grade of ``General of the Armies of the United States'' to posthumously request the appointment of George Washington to General of the Armies of the United States and made clear that this grade has ``precedence over all other grades of the Army, past or present''. ( The President is authorized and requested to appoint Ulysses S. Grant posthumously to the grade of General of the Armies of the United States, such appointment to take effect on April 27, 2022.

117th CONGRESS 1st Session S. J. RES. IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 22 (legislative day, September 21), 2021 Mr. Blunt (for himself and Mr. Brown) introduced the following joint resolution; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary _______________________________________________________________________ JOINT RESOLUTION To provide for the appointment of Ulysses S. Grant to the grade of General of the Armies of the United States. a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) On March 3, 1799, Congress created the grade of ``General of the Armies of the United States'' as the commander of the Army of the United States (5th Congress, Session III, Chap. (6) On February 29, 1864, Congress reestablished the grade of ``Lieutenant-General of the United States Army'' and authorized the President to appoint, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, an officer who was ``most distinguished for courage, skill, and ability'' (38th Congress, Session I, Chap. 11) On October 11, 1976, Congress enacted Public Law 94- 479, which re-established the grade of ``General of the Armies of the United States'' to posthumously request the appointment of George Washington to General of the Armies of the United States and made clear that this grade has ``precedence over all other grades of the Army, past or present''. ( The President is authorized and requested to appoint Ulysses S. Grant posthumously to the grade of General of the Armies of the United States, such appointment to take effect on April 27, 2022.

117th CONGRESS 1st Session S. J. RES. IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 22 (legislative day, September 21), 2021 Mr. Blunt (for himself and Mr. Brown) introduced the following joint resolution; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary _______________________________________________________________________ JOINT RESOLUTION To provide for the appointment of Ulysses S. Grant to the grade of General of the Armies of the United States. a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) On March 3, 1799, Congress created the grade of ``General of the Armies of the United States'' as the commander of the Army of the United States (5th Congress, Session III, Chap. (6) On February 29, 1864, Congress reestablished the grade of ``Lieutenant-General of the United States Army'' and authorized the President to appoint, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, an officer who was ``most distinguished for courage, skill, and ability'' (38th Congress, Session I, Chap. 11) On October 11, 1976, Congress enacted Public Law 94- 479, which re-established the grade of ``General of the Armies of the United States'' to posthumously request the appointment of George Washington to General of the Armies of the United States and made clear that this grade has ``precedence over all other grades of the Army, past or present''. ( The President is authorized and requested to appoint Ulysses S. Grant posthumously to the grade of General of the Armies of the United States, such appointment to take effect on April 27, 2022.

117th CONGRESS 1st Session S. J. RES. a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) On March 3, 1799, Congress created the grade of ``General of the Armies of the United States'' as the commander of the Army of the United States (5th Congress, Session III, Chap. (4) Following President Abraham Lincoln's April 15, 1861, proclamation calling for 75,000 volunteers to suppress Confederate forces, Ulysses S. Grant rejoined the Army and helped recruit and train volunteer soldiers for the Union. ( 6) On February 29, 1864, Congress reestablished the grade of ``Lieutenant-General of the United States Army'' and authorized the President to appoint, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, an officer who was ``most distinguished for courage, skill, and ability'' (38th Congress, Session I, Chap. 232), and Ulysses S. Grant was appointed, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, to General of the Army of the United States for his role in commanding the Union armies during the Civil War. ( 11) On October 11, 1976, Congress enacted Public Law 94- 479, which re-established the grade of ``General of the Armies of the United States'' to posthumously request the appointment of George Washington to General of the Armies of the United States and made clear that this grade has ``precedence over all other grades of the Army, past or present''. ( The President is authorized and requested to appoint Ulysses S. Grant posthumously to the grade of General of the Armies of the United States, such appointment to take effect on April 27, 2022.

117th CONGRESS 1st Session S. J. RES. IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 22 (legislative day, September 21), 2021 Mr. Blunt (for himself and Mr. Brown) introduced the following joint resolution; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary _______________________________________________________________________ JOINT RESOLUTION To provide for the appointment of Ulysses S. Grant to the grade of General of the Armies of the United States. a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) On March 3, 1799, Congress created the grade of ``General of the Armies of the United States'' as the commander of the Army of the United States (5th Congress, Session III, Chap. (6) On February 29, 1864, Congress reestablished the grade of ``Lieutenant-General of the United States Army'' and authorized the President to appoint, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, an officer who was ``most distinguished for courage, skill, and ability'' (38th Congress, Session I, Chap. 11) On October 11, 1976, Congress enacted Public Law 94- 479, which re-established the grade of ``General of the Armies of the United States'' to posthumously request the appointment of George Washington to General of the Armies of the United States and made clear that this grade has ``precedence over all other grades of the Army, past or present''. ( The President is authorized and requested to appoint Ulysses S. Grant posthumously to the grade of General of the Armies of the United States, such appointment to take effect on April 27, 2022.

117th CONGRESS 1st Session S. J. RES. a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) On March 3, 1799, Congress created the grade of ``General of the Armies of the United States'' as the commander of the Army of the United States (5th Congress, Session III, Chap. (4) Following President Abraham Lincoln's April 15, 1861, proclamation calling for 75,000 volunteers to suppress Confederate forces, Ulysses S. Grant rejoined the Army and helped recruit and train volunteer soldiers for the Union. ( 6) On February 29, 1864, Congress reestablished the grade of ``Lieutenant-General of the United States Army'' and authorized the President to appoint, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, an officer who was ``most distinguished for courage, skill, and ability'' (38th Congress, Session I, Chap. 232), and Ulysses S. Grant was appointed, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, to General of the Army of the United States for his role in commanding the Union armies during the Civil War. ( 11) On October 11, 1976, Congress enacted Public Law 94- 479, which re-established the grade of ``General of the Armies of the United States'' to posthumously request the appointment of George Washington to General of the Armies of the United States and made clear that this grade has ``precedence over all other grades of the Army, past or present''. ( The President is authorized and requested to appoint Ulysses S. Grant posthumously to the grade of General of the Armies of the United States, such appointment to take effect on April 27, 2022.

117th CONGRESS 1st Session S. J. RES. IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 22 (legislative day, September 21), 2021 Mr. Blunt (for himself and Mr. Brown) introduced the following joint resolution; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary _______________________________________________________________________ JOINT RESOLUTION To provide for the appointment of Ulysses S. Grant to the grade of General of the Armies of the United States. a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) On March 3, 1799, Congress created the grade of ``General of the Armies of the United States'' as the commander of the Army of the United States (5th Congress, Session III, Chap. (6) On February 29, 1864, Congress reestablished the grade of ``Lieutenant-General of the United States Army'' and authorized the President to appoint, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, an officer who was ``most distinguished for courage, skill, and ability'' (38th Congress, Session I, Chap. 11) On October 11, 1976, Congress enacted Public Law 94- 479, which re-established the grade of ``General of the Armies of the United States'' to posthumously request the appointment of George Washington to General of the Armies of the United States and made clear that this grade has ``precedence over all other grades of the Army, past or present''. ( The President is authorized and requested to appoint Ulysses S. Grant posthumously to the grade of General of the Armies of the United States, such appointment to take effect on April 27, 2022.

117th CONGRESS 1st Session S. J. RES. a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) On March 3, 1799, Congress created the grade of ``General of the Armies of the United States'' as the commander of the Army of the United States (5th Congress, Session III, Chap. (4) Following President Abraham Lincoln's April 15, 1861, proclamation calling for 75,000 volunteers to suppress Confederate forces, Ulysses S. Grant rejoined the Army and helped recruit and train volunteer soldiers for the Union. ( 6) On February 29, 1864, Congress reestablished the grade of ``Lieutenant-General of the United States Army'' and authorized the President to appoint, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, an officer who was ``most distinguished for courage, skill, and ability'' (38th Congress, Session I, Chap. 232), and Ulysses S. Grant was appointed, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, to General of the Army of the United States for his role in commanding the Union armies during the Civil War. ( 11) On October 11, 1976, Congress enacted Public Law 94- 479, which re-established the grade of ``General of the Armies of the United States'' to posthumously request the appointment of George Washington to General of the Armies of the United States and made clear that this grade has ``precedence over all other grades of the Army, past or present''. ( The President is authorized and requested to appoint Ulysses S. Grant posthumously to the grade of General of the Armies of the United States, such appointment to take effect on April 27, 2022.

117th CONGRESS 1st Session S. J. RES. IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 22 (legislative day, September 21), 2021 Mr. Blunt (for himself and Mr. Brown) introduced the following joint resolution; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary _______________________________________________________________________ JOINT RESOLUTION To provide for the appointment of Ulysses S. Grant to the grade of General of the Armies of the United States. a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) On March 3, 1799, Congress created the grade of ``General of the Armies of the United States'' as the commander of the Army of the United States (5th Congress, Session III, Chap. (6) On February 29, 1864, Congress reestablished the grade of ``Lieutenant-General of the United States Army'' and authorized the President to appoint, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, an officer who was ``most distinguished for courage, skill, and ability'' (38th Congress, Session I, Chap. 11) On October 11, 1976, Congress enacted Public Law 94- 479, which re-established the grade of ``General of the Armies of the United States'' to posthumously request the appointment of George Washington to General of the Armies of the United States and made clear that this grade has ``precedence over all other grades of the Army, past or present''. ( The President is authorized and requested to appoint Ulysses S. Grant posthumously to the grade of General of the Armies of the United States, such appointment to take effect on April 27, 2022.

117th CONGRESS 1st Session S. J. RES. a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) On March 3, 1799, Congress created the grade of ``General of the Armies of the United States'' as the commander of the Army of the United States (5th Congress, Session III, Chap. (4) Following President Abraham Lincoln's April 15, 1861, proclamation calling for 75,000 volunteers to suppress Confederate forces, Ulysses S. Grant rejoined the Army and helped recruit and train volunteer soldiers for the Union. ( 6) On February 29, 1864, Congress reestablished the grade of ``Lieutenant-General of the United States Army'' and authorized the President to appoint, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, an officer who was ``most distinguished for courage, skill, and ability'' (38th Congress, Session I, Chap. 232), and Ulysses S. Grant was appointed, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, to General of the Army of the United States for his role in commanding the Union armies during the Civil War. ( 11) On October 11, 1976, Congress enacted Public Law 94- 479, which re-established the grade of ``General of the Armies of the United States'' to posthumously request the appointment of George Washington to General of the Armies of the United States and made clear that this grade has ``precedence over all other grades of the Army, past or present''. ( The President is authorized and requested to appoint Ulysses S. Grant posthumously to the grade of General of the Armies of the United States, such appointment to take effect on April 27, 2022.

H.R.8200

Finance and Financial Sector

Capital Lending and Investment for Marijuana Businesses Act or the CLIMB Act This bill allows national stock exchanges to list state-licensed cannabis-related businesses on their exchanges. It also prohibits a federal agency from bringing certain civil, criminal, regulatory, or administrative actions against a business or person because they provide assistance or services to a state-licensed cannabis-related business.

To amend any applicable Federal law to permit access to community development, small business, minority development, and any other public or private financial capital sources for investment in and financing of cannabis-related legitimate businesses, and to amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to create a safe harbor for national securities exchanges to list the securities of issuers that are cannabis-related legitimate businesses. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Capital Lending and Investment for Marijuana Businesses Act'' or the ``CLIMB Act''. SEC. 2. PERMITTING ACCESS TO COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, SMALL BUSINESS, MINORITY DEVELOPMENT, AND FINANCIAL INSTITUTION CAPITAL FOR INVESTMENT IN AND FINANCING OF CANNABIS-RELATED LEGITIMATE BUSINESSES AND THEIR SERVICE PROVIDERS. (a) Proscription Against Federal Agency Action.--No agency of the Federal Government shall-- (1) initiate or otherwise support bringing civil, criminal, regulatory or administrative actions that would disqualify any business person or governmental authority from holding or obtaining any charter, license, registration, or official status, from maintaining, applying for or receiving funding, appropriations, grants, contracts, or other forms of monetary or non-monetary assistance from a governmental authority, or from marketing, offering, or selling any security, banking, or insurance or other financial services product, because such business or person-- (A) provides business assistance to a cannabis- related legitimate business or service provider; or (B) receives cash or other compensation for providing business assistance to a cannabis-related legitimate business or service provider which cash or other compensation is generated from or is proceeds of the business operations of a cannabis-related legitimate business or service provider. (b) Definitions.-- (1) Business assistance.--The term ``business assistance'' means-- (A) provision of financial services including but not by way of limitation, commercial banking, deposit- taking, trust services, capital raising, lending, brokerage, prime brokerage, securities finance services, investment banking, custody services, credit card services, money transfer services, securities underwriting and investment advisory services; (B) sale of insurance or surety products; (C) providing debt or equity capital and the receipt of dividends, interest, or distributions of that capital; (D) provision or accounting services; (E) sale, leasing, or renting of real estate; (F) provision of equipment, parts, substances or testing services needed to produce marijuana, hemp or extracts therefrom and to comply with the law, rules and regulations for testing in the applicable U.S. State, commonwealth, Washington, DC, Indian Tribe, or U.S. Territory; (G) provision of advertising or marketing services; (H) provision of management consulting services; (I) provision of legal services or compliance services; (J) provision of information technology, software and communications services; (K) provision of packaging, transportation, or other logistics services; and (L) underwriting, dealing, placement or public distribution of securities issued by a cannabis-related legitimate business, including the listing of any such securities on any exchange or trading venue, or any provision of services related to the foregoing. (2) Governmental authority.--The term ``governmental authority'' means any Federal, State, municipal, national, local, tribal, or other governmental department, court, commission, board, bureau, agency, or instrumentality or political subdivision thereof, or any entity or officer exercising executive, legislative, or judicial, regulatory or adminis-trative functions of or pertaining to any government or any court, in each case, whether of the United States or a State, territory or possession thereof, a foreign sovereign entity or country or jurisdiction or the District of Columbia. (3) Person.--The term ``person'' means an individual, a partnership, a corporation, a limited liability company, a business trust, a joint stock company, a trust, an unincorporated association, a joint venture, a governmental authority, or any other entity of whatever nature. SEC. 3. SAFE HARBOR FOR NATIONAL SECURITIES EXCHANGES. Section 6 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78f) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(m) Safe Harbor for Cannabis-Related Legitimate Businesses and Service Providers.-- ``(1) Definitions.--In this subsection-- ``(A) Cannabis.--The term `cannabis' has the meaning given the term `marihuana' in section 102 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 802). ``(B) Cannabis product.--The term `cannabis product' means any article that contains cannabis, including an article that is a concentrate, an edible, a tincture, a cannabis-infused product, or a topical. ``(C) Cannabis-related legitimate business.--The term `cannabis-related legitimate business' means an issuer that-- ``(i) initiates, engages, or participates in any business or organized activity that involves cannabis or cannabis products, including cultivating, warehousing, producing, manufacturing, processing, selling, transporting, displaying, dispensing, distributing, or purchasing cannabis or cannabis products; and ``(ii) engages in the activity described in clause (i) pursuant to a law established by a State or a political subdivision of a State, as determined by that State or political subdivision. ``(D) Market participant.--The term `market participant' means any broker dealer, underwriter, clearing agency or clearinghouse, securities depository, credit rating agency, alternative trading system, investment adviser, self-regulatory organization, or transfer agent. ``(E) Service provider.--The term `service provider' means-- ``(i) an issuer that-- ``(I) sells or otherwise provides goods or services to a cannabis-related legitimate business; or ``(II) provides any business service relating to cannabis or cannabis product, including without limitation-- ``(aa) legal, compliance, or accounting services; ``(bb) sale, leasing, or renting of real estate or equipment; ``(cc) provision of parts, substances, or testing services needed to produce marijuana, hemp, or extracts therefrom and to comply with the law, rules, and regulations for testing in the applicable U.S. State, commonwealth, Washington, DC, Indian Tribe, or U.S. Territory; ``(dd) advertising or marketing services; ``(ee) management consulting services; ``(ff) information technology, software, and communications services; and ``(gg) packaging, transportation, or other logistics services; and ``(ii) is not a cannabis-related legitimate business. ``(F) State.--The term `State' means each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and each of the territories and possessions of the United States. ``(2) Safe harbor.--Notwithstanding section 32 of this Act, the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 801 et seq.), or any other Federal law, it shall not be unlawful for a national securities exchange registered pursuant to subsection (a) or any market participant to have listed, list, or intend to list, or permits the trading, or facilitates the offering, listing, or trading on a national securities exchange, of the securities of a cannabis-related legitimate business or a service provider.''. SEC. 4. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Act and the amendment made in section 2 shall take effect 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act. <all>

CLIMB Act

To amend any applicable Federal law to permit access to community development, small business, minority development, and any other public or private financial capital sources for investment in and financing of cannabis-related legitimate businesses, and to amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to create a safe harbor for national securities exchanges to list the securities of issuers that are cannabis-related legitimate businesses.

CLIMB Act Capital Lending and Investment for Marijuana Businesses Act

Rep. Carter, Troy

D

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This bill allows national stock exchanges to list state-licensed cannabis-related businesses on their exchanges. It also prohibits a federal agency from bringing certain civil, criminal, regulatory, or administrative actions against a business or person because they provide assistance or services to a state-licensed cannabis-related business.

This Act may be cited as the ``Capital Lending and Investment for Marijuana Businesses Act'' or the ``CLIMB Act''. 2. (a) Proscription Against Federal Agency Action.--No agency of the Federal Government shall-- (1) initiate or otherwise support bringing civil, criminal, regulatory or administrative actions that would disqualify any business person or governmental authority from holding or obtaining any charter, license, registration, or official status, from maintaining, applying for or receiving funding, appropriations, grants, contracts, or other forms of monetary or non-monetary assistance from a governmental authority, or from marketing, offering, or selling any security, banking, or insurance or other financial services product, because such business or person-- (A) provides business assistance to a cannabis- related legitimate business or service provider; or (B) receives cash or other compensation for providing business assistance to a cannabis-related legitimate business or service provider which cash or other compensation is generated from or is proceeds of the business operations of a cannabis-related legitimate business or service provider. Territory; (G) provision of advertising or marketing services; (H) provision of management consulting services; (I) provision of legal services or compliance services; (J) provision of information technology, software and communications services; (K) provision of packaging, transportation, or other logistics services; and (L) underwriting, dealing, placement or public distribution of securities issued by a cannabis-related legitimate business, including the listing of any such securities on any exchange or trading venue, or any provision of services related to the foregoing. 3. SAFE HARBOR FOR NATIONAL SECURITIES EXCHANGES. Section 6 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. ``(B) Cannabis product.--The term `cannabis product' means any article that contains cannabis, including an article that is a concentrate, an edible, a tincture, a cannabis-infused product, or a topical. ``(D) Market participant.--The term `market participant' means any broker dealer, underwriter, clearing agency or clearinghouse, securities depository, credit rating agency, alternative trading system, investment adviser, self-regulatory organization, or transfer agent. ``(E) Service provider.--The term `service provider' means-- ``(i) an issuer that-- ``(I) sells or otherwise provides goods or services to a cannabis-related legitimate business; or ``(II) provides any business service relating to cannabis or cannabis product, including without limitation-- ``(aa) legal, compliance, or accounting services; ``(bb) sale, leasing, or renting of real estate or equipment; ``(cc) provision of parts, substances, or testing services needed to produce marijuana, hemp, or extracts therefrom and to comply with the law, rules, and regulations for testing in the applicable U.S. State, commonwealth, Washington, DC, Indian Tribe, or U.S. Territory; ``(dd) advertising or marketing services; ``(ee) management consulting services; ``(ff) information technology, software, and communications services; and ``(gg) packaging, transportation, or other logistics services; and ``(ii) is not a cannabis-related legitimate business. ``(F) State.--The term `State' means each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and each of the territories and possessions of the United States. SEC. EFFECTIVE DATE.

This Act may be cited as the ``Capital Lending and Investment for Marijuana Businesses Act'' or the ``CLIMB Act''. 2. (a) Proscription Against Federal Agency Action.--No agency of the Federal Government shall-- (1) initiate or otherwise support bringing civil, criminal, regulatory or administrative actions that would disqualify any business person or governmental authority from holding or obtaining any charter, license, registration, or official status, from maintaining, applying for or receiving funding, appropriations, grants, contracts, or other forms of monetary or non-monetary assistance from a governmental authority, or from marketing, offering, or selling any security, banking, or insurance or other financial services product, because such business or person-- (A) provides business assistance to a cannabis- related legitimate business or service provider; or (B) receives cash or other compensation for providing business assistance to a cannabis-related legitimate business or service provider which cash or other compensation is generated from or is proceeds of the business operations of a cannabis-related legitimate business or service provider. Territory; (G) provision of advertising or marketing services; (H) provision of management consulting services; (I) provision of legal services or compliance services; (J) provision of information technology, software and communications services; (K) provision of packaging, transportation, or other logistics services; and (L) underwriting, dealing, placement or public distribution of securities issued by a cannabis-related legitimate business, including the listing of any such securities on any exchange or trading venue, or any provision of services related to the foregoing. 3. SAFE HARBOR FOR NATIONAL SECURITIES EXCHANGES. Section 6 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. ``(B) Cannabis product.--The term `cannabis product' means any article that contains cannabis, including an article that is a concentrate, an edible, a tincture, a cannabis-infused product, or a topical. Territory; ``(dd) advertising or marketing services; ``(ee) management consulting services; ``(ff) information technology, software, and communications services; and ``(gg) packaging, transportation, or other logistics services; and ``(ii) is not a cannabis-related legitimate business. ``(F) State.--The term `State' means each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and each of the territories and possessions of the United States. SEC. EFFECTIVE 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 ``Capital Lending and Investment for Marijuana Businesses Act'' or the ``CLIMB Act''. 2. PERMITTING ACCESS TO COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, SMALL BUSINESS, MINORITY DEVELOPMENT, AND FINANCIAL INSTITUTION CAPITAL FOR INVESTMENT IN AND FINANCING OF CANNABIS-RELATED LEGITIMATE BUSINESSES AND THEIR SERVICE PROVIDERS. (a) Proscription Against Federal Agency Action.--No agency of the Federal Government shall-- (1) initiate or otherwise support bringing civil, criminal, regulatory or administrative actions that would disqualify any business person or governmental authority from holding or obtaining any charter, license, registration, or official status, from maintaining, applying for or receiving funding, appropriations, grants, contracts, or other forms of monetary or non-monetary assistance from a governmental authority, or from marketing, offering, or selling any security, banking, or insurance or other financial services product, because such business or person-- (A) provides business assistance to a cannabis- related legitimate business or service provider; or (B) receives cash or other compensation for providing business assistance to a cannabis-related legitimate business or service provider which cash or other compensation is generated from or is proceeds of the business operations of a cannabis-related legitimate business or service provider. Territory; (G) provision of advertising or marketing services; (H) provision of management consulting services; (I) provision of legal services or compliance services; (J) provision of information technology, software and communications services; (K) provision of packaging, transportation, or other logistics services; and (L) underwriting, dealing, placement or public distribution of securities issued by a cannabis-related legitimate business, including the listing of any such securities on any exchange or trading venue, or any provision of services related to the foregoing. (3) Person.--The term ``person'' means an individual, a partnership, a corporation, a limited liability company, a business trust, a joint stock company, a trust, an unincorporated association, a joint venture, a governmental authority, or any other entity of whatever nature. 3. SAFE HARBOR FOR NATIONAL SECURITIES EXCHANGES. Section 6 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 802). ``(B) Cannabis product.--The term `cannabis product' means any article that contains cannabis, including an article that is a concentrate, an edible, a tincture, a cannabis-infused product, or a topical. ``(C) Cannabis-related legitimate business.--The term `cannabis-related legitimate business' means an issuer that-- ``(i) initiates, engages, or participates in any business or organized activity that involves cannabis or cannabis products, including cultivating, warehousing, producing, manufacturing, processing, selling, transporting, displaying, dispensing, distributing, or purchasing cannabis or cannabis products; and ``(ii) engages in the activity described in clause (i) pursuant to a law established by a State or a political subdivision of a State, as determined by that State or political subdivision. ``(D) Market participant.--The term `market participant' means any broker dealer, underwriter, clearing agency or clearinghouse, securities depository, credit rating agency, alternative trading system, investment adviser, self-regulatory organization, or transfer agent. ``(E) Service provider.--The term `service provider' means-- ``(i) an issuer that-- ``(I) sells or otherwise provides goods or services to a cannabis-related legitimate business; or ``(II) provides any business service relating to cannabis or cannabis product, including without limitation-- ``(aa) legal, compliance, or accounting services; ``(bb) sale, leasing, or renting of real estate or equipment; ``(cc) provision of parts, substances, or testing services needed to produce marijuana, hemp, or extracts therefrom and to comply with the law, rules, and regulations for testing in the applicable U.S. State, commonwealth, Washington, DC, Indian Tribe, or U.S. Territory; ``(dd) advertising or marketing services; ``(ee) management consulting services; ``(ff) information technology, software, and communications services; and ``(gg) packaging, transportation, or other logistics services; and ``(ii) is not a cannabis-related legitimate business. ``(F) State.--The term `State' means each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and each of the territories and possessions of the United States. 801 et seq. SEC. 4. EFFECTIVE 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 ``Capital Lending and Investment for Marijuana Businesses Act'' or the ``CLIMB Act''. 2. PERMITTING ACCESS TO COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, SMALL BUSINESS, MINORITY DEVELOPMENT, AND FINANCIAL INSTITUTION CAPITAL FOR INVESTMENT IN AND FINANCING OF CANNABIS-RELATED LEGITIMATE BUSINESSES AND THEIR SERVICE PROVIDERS. (a) Proscription Against Federal Agency Action.--No agency of the Federal Government shall-- (1) initiate or otherwise support bringing civil, criminal, regulatory or administrative actions that would disqualify any business person or governmental authority from holding or obtaining any charter, license, registration, or official status, from maintaining, applying for or receiving funding, appropriations, grants, contracts, or other forms of monetary or non-monetary assistance from a governmental authority, or from marketing, offering, or selling any security, banking, or insurance or other financial services product, because such business or person-- (A) provides business assistance to a cannabis- related legitimate business or service provider; or (B) receives cash or other compensation for providing business assistance to a cannabis-related legitimate business or service provider which cash or other compensation is generated from or is proceeds of the business operations of a cannabis-related legitimate business or service provider. Territory; (G) provision of advertising or marketing services; (H) provision of management consulting services; (I) provision of legal services or compliance services; (J) provision of information technology, software and communications services; (K) provision of packaging, transportation, or other logistics services; and (L) underwriting, dealing, placement or public distribution of securities issued by a cannabis-related legitimate business, including the listing of any such securities on any exchange or trading venue, or any provision of services related to the foregoing. (2) Governmental authority.--The term ``governmental authority'' means any Federal, State, municipal, national, local, tribal, or other governmental department, court, commission, board, bureau, agency, or instrumentality or political subdivision thereof, or any entity or officer exercising executive, legislative, or judicial, regulatory or adminis-trative functions of or pertaining to any government or any court, in each case, whether of the United States or a State, territory or possession thereof, a foreign sovereign entity or country or jurisdiction or the District of Columbia. (3) Person.--The term ``person'' means an individual, a partnership, a corporation, a limited liability company, a business trust, a joint stock company, a trust, an unincorporated association, a joint venture, a governmental authority, or any other entity of whatever nature. 3. SAFE HARBOR FOR NATIONAL SECURITIES EXCHANGES. Section 6 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78f) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(m) Safe Harbor for Cannabis-Related Legitimate Businesses and Service Providers.-- ``(1) Definitions.--In this subsection-- ``(A) Cannabis.--The term `cannabis' has the meaning given the term `marihuana' in section 102 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 802). ``(B) Cannabis product.--The term `cannabis product' means any article that contains cannabis, including an article that is a concentrate, an edible, a tincture, a cannabis-infused product, or a topical. ``(C) Cannabis-related legitimate business.--The term `cannabis-related legitimate business' means an issuer that-- ``(i) initiates, engages, or participates in any business or organized activity that involves cannabis or cannabis products, including cultivating, warehousing, producing, manufacturing, processing, selling, transporting, displaying, dispensing, distributing, or purchasing cannabis or cannabis products; and ``(ii) engages in the activity described in clause (i) pursuant to a law established by a State or a political subdivision of a State, as determined by that State or political subdivision. ``(D) Market participant.--The term `market participant' means any broker dealer, underwriter, clearing agency or clearinghouse, securities depository, credit rating agency, alternative trading system, investment adviser, self-regulatory organization, or transfer agent. ``(E) Service provider.--The term `service provider' means-- ``(i) an issuer that-- ``(I) sells or otherwise provides goods or services to a cannabis-related legitimate business; or ``(II) provides any business service relating to cannabis or cannabis product, including without limitation-- ``(aa) legal, compliance, or accounting services; ``(bb) sale, leasing, or renting of real estate or equipment; ``(cc) provision of parts, substances, or testing services needed to produce marijuana, hemp, or extracts therefrom and to comply with the law, rules, and regulations for testing in the applicable U.S. State, commonwealth, Washington, DC, Indian Tribe, or U.S. Territory; ``(dd) advertising or marketing services; ``(ee) management consulting services; ``(ff) information technology, software, and communications services; and ``(gg) packaging, transportation, or other logistics services; and ``(ii) is not a cannabis-related legitimate business. ``(F) State.--The term `State' means each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and each of the territories and possessions of the United States. 801 et seq. ), or any other Federal law, it shall not be unlawful for a national securities exchange registered pursuant to subsection (a) or any market participant to have listed, list, or intend to list, or permits the trading, or facilitates the offering, listing, or trading on a national securities exchange, of the securities of a cannabis-related legitimate business or a service provider.''. SEC. 4. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Act and the amendment made in section 2 shall take effect 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act.

To amend any applicable Federal law to permit access to community development, small business, minority development, and any other public or private financial capital sources for investment in and financing of cannabis-related legitimate businesses, and to amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to create a safe harbor for national securities exchanges to list the securities of issuers that are cannabis-related legitimate businesses. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. (2) Governmental authority.--The term ``governmental authority'' means any Federal, State, municipal, national, local, tribal, or other governmental department, court, commission, board, bureau, agency, or instrumentality or political subdivision thereof, or any entity or officer exercising executive, legislative, or judicial, regulatory or adminis-trative functions of or pertaining to any government or any court, in each case, whether of the United States or a State, territory or possession thereof, a foreign sovereign entity or country or jurisdiction or the District of Columbia. ( Section 6 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78f) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(m) Safe Harbor for Cannabis-Related Legitimate Businesses and Service Providers.-- ``(1) Definitions.--In this subsection-- ``(A) Cannabis.--The term `cannabis' has the meaning given the term `marihuana' in section 102 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 802). ``(D) Market participant.--The term `market participant' means any broker dealer, underwriter, clearing agency or clearinghouse, securities depository, credit rating agency, alternative trading system, investment adviser, self-regulatory organization, or transfer agent. ``(F) State.--The term `State' means each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and each of the territories and possessions of the United States. ``(2) Safe harbor.--Notwithstanding section 32 of this Act, the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 801 et seq. ),

To amend any applicable Federal law to permit access to community development, small business, minority development, and any other public or private financial capital sources for investment in and financing of cannabis-related legitimate businesses, and to amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to create a safe harbor for national securities exchanges to list the securities of issuers that are cannabis-related legitimate businesses. This Act may be cited as the ``Capital Lending and Investment for Marijuana Businesses Act'' or the ``CLIMB Act''. 2) Governmental authority.--The term ``governmental authority'' means any Federal, State, municipal, national, local, tribal, or other governmental department, court, commission, board, bureau, agency, or instrumentality or political subdivision thereof, or any entity or officer exercising executive, legislative, or judicial, regulatory or adminis-trative functions of or pertaining to any government or any court, in each case, whether of the United States or a State, territory or possession thereof, a foreign sovereign entity or country or jurisdiction or the District of Columbia. ( SAFE HARBOR FOR NATIONAL SECURITIES EXCHANGES. 78f) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(m) Safe Harbor for Cannabis-Related Legitimate Businesses and Service Providers.-- ``(1) Definitions.--In this subsection-- ``(A) Cannabis.--The term `cannabis' has the meaning given the term `marihuana' in section 102 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 802). ``(F) State.--The term `State' means each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and each of the territories and possessions of the United States. ``(2) Safe harbor.--Notwithstanding section 32 of this Act, the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 801 et seq. ), or any other Federal law, it shall not be unlawful for a national securities exchange registered pursuant to subsection (a) or any market participant to have listed, list, or intend to list, or permits the trading, or facilitates the offering, listing, or trading on a national securities exchange, of the securities of a cannabis-related legitimate business or a service provider.''.

To amend any applicable Federal law to permit access to community development, small business, minority development, and any other public or private financial capital sources for investment in and financing of cannabis-related legitimate businesses, and to amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to create a safe harbor for national securities exchanges to list the securities of issuers that are cannabis-related legitimate businesses. This Act may be cited as the ``Capital Lending and Investment for Marijuana Businesses Act'' or the ``CLIMB Act''. 2) Governmental authority.--The term ``governmental authority'' means any Federal, State, municipal, national, local, tribal, or other governmental department, court, commission, board, bureau, agency, or instrumentality or political subdivision thereof, or any entity or officer exercising executive, legislative, or judicial, regulatory or adminis-trative functions of or pertaining to any government or any court, in each case, whether of the United States or a State, territory or possession thereof, a foreign sovereign entity or country or jurisdiction or the District of Columbia. ( SAFE HARBOR FOR NATIONAL SECURITIES EXCHANGES. 78f) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(m) Safe Harbor for Cannabis-Related Legitimate Businesses and Service Providers.-- ``(1) Definitions.--In this subsection-- ``(A) Cannabis.--The term `cannabis' has the meaning given the term `marihuana' in section 102 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 802). ``(F) State.--The term `State' means each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and each of the territories and possessions of the United States. ``(2) Safe harbor.--Notwithstanding section 32 of this Act, the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 801 et seq. ), or any other Federal law, it shall not be unlawful for a national securities exchange registered pursuant to subsection (a) or any market participant to have listed, list, or intend to list, or permits the trading, or facilitates the offering, listing, or trading on a national securities exchange, of the securities of a cannabis-related legitimate business or a service provider.''.

To amend any applicable Federal law to permit access to community development, small business, minority development, and any other public or private financial capital sources for investment in and financing of cannabis-related legitimate businesses, and to amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to create a safe harbor for national securities exchanges to list the securities of issuers that are cannabis-related legitimate businesses. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. (2) Governmental authority.--The term ``governmental authority'' means any Federal, State, municipal, national, local, tribal, or other governmental department, court, commission, board, bureau, agency, or instrumentality or political subdivision thereof, or any entity or officer exercising executive, legislative, or judicial, regulatory or adminis-trative functions of or pertaining to any government or any court, in each case, whether of the United States or a State, territory or possession thereof, a foreign sovereign entity or country or jurisdiction or the District of Columbia. ( Section 6 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78f) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(m) Safe Harbor for Cannabis-Related Legitimate Businesses and Service Providers.-- ``(1) Definitions.--In this subsection-- ``(A) Cannabis.--The term `cannabis' has the meaning given the term `marihuana' in section 102 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 802). ``(D) Market participant.--The term `market participant' means any broker dealer, underwriter, clearing agency or clearinghouse, securities depository, credit rating agency, alternative trading system, investment adviser, self-regulatory organization, or transfer agent. ``(F) State.--The term `State' means each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and each of the territories and possessions of the United States. ``(2) Safe harbor.--Notwithstanding section 32 of this Act, the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 801 et seq. ),

To amend any applicable Federal law to permit access to community development, small business, minority development, and any other public or private financial capital sources for investment in and financing of cannabis-related legitimate businesses, and to amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to create a safe harbor for national securities exchanges to list the securities of issuers that are cannabis-related legitimate businesses. This Act may be cited as the ``Capital Lending and Investment for Marijuana Businesses Act'' or the ``CLIMB Act''. 2) Governmental authority.--The term ``governmental authority'' means any Federal, State, municipal, national, local, tribal, or other governmental department, court, commission, board, bureau, agency, or instrumentality or political subdivision thereof, or any entity or officer exercising executive, legislative, or judicial, regulatory or adminis-trative functions of or pertaining to any government or any court, in each case, whether of the United States or a State, territory or possession thereof, a foreign sovereign entity or country or jurisdiction or the District of Columbia. ( SAFE HARBOR FOR NATIONAL SECURITIES EXCHANGES. 78f) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(m) Safe Harbor for Cannabis-Related Legitimate Businesses and Service Providers.-- ``(1) Definitions.--In this subsection-- ``(A) Cannabis.--The term `cannabis' has the meaning given the term `marihuana' in section 102 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 802). ``(F) State.--The term `State' means each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and each of the territories and possessions of the United States. ``(2) Safe harbor.--Notwithstanding section 32 of this Act, the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 801 et seq. ), or any other Federal law, it shall not be unlawful for a national securities exchange registered pursuant to subsection (a) or any market participant to have listed, list, or intend to list, or permits the trading, or facilitates the offering, listing, or trading on a national securities exchange, of the securities of a cannabis-related legitimate business or a service provider.''.

To amend any applicable Federal law to permit access to community development, small business, minority development, and any other public or private financial capital sources for investment in and financing of cannabis-related legitimate businesses, and to amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to create a safe harbor for national securities exchanges to list the securities of issuers that are cannabis-related legitimate businesses. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. (2) Governmental authority.--The term ``governmental authority'' means any Federal, State, municipal, national, local, tribal, or other governmental department, court, commission, board, bureau, agency, or instrumentality or political subdivision thereof, or any entity or officer exercising executive, legislative, or judicial, regulatory or adminis-trative functions of or pertaining to any government or any court, in each case, whether of the United States or a State, territory or possession thereof, a foreign sovereign entity or country or jurisdiction or the District of Columbia. ( Section 6 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78f) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(m) Safe Harbor for Cannabis-Related Legitimate Businesses and Service Providers.-- ``(1) Definitions.--In this subsection-- ``(A) Cannabis.--The term `cannabis' has the meaning given the term `marihuana' in section 102 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 802). ``(D) Market participant.--The term `market participant' means any broker dealer, underwriter, clearing agency or clearinghouse, securities depository, credit rating agency, alternative trading system, investment adviser, self-regulatory organization, or transfer agent. ``(F) State.--The term `State' means each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and each of the territories and possessions of the United States. ``(2) Safe harbor.--Notwithstanding section 32 of this Act, the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 801 et seq. ),

To amend any applicable Federal law to permit access to community development, small business, minority development, and any other public or private financial capital sources for investment in and financing of cannabis-related legitimate businesses, and to amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to create a safe harbor for national securities exchanges to list the securities of issuers that are cannabis-related legitimate businesses. This Act may be cited as the ``Capital Lending and Investment for Marijuana Businesses Act'' or the ``CLIMB Act''. 2) Governmental authority.--The term ``governmental authority'' means any Federal, State, municipal, national, local, tribal, or other governmental department, court, commission, board, bureau, agency, or instrumentality or political subdivision thereof, or any entity or officer exercising executive, legislative, or judicial, regulatory or adminis-trative functions of or pertaining to any government or any court, in each case, whether of the United States or a State, territory or possession thereof, a foreign sovereign entity or country or jurisdiction or the District of Columbia. ( SAFE HARBOR FOR NATIONAL SECURITIES EXCHANGES. 78f) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(m) Safe Harbor for Cannabis-Related Legitimate Businesses and Service Providers.-- ``(1) Definitions.--In this subsection-- ``(A) Cannabis.--The term `cannabis' has the meaning given the term `marihuana' in section 102 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 802). ``(F) State.--The term `State' means each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and each of the territories and possessions of the United States. ``(2) Safe harbor.--Notwithstanding section 32 of this Act, the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 801 et seq. ), or any other Federal law, it shall not be unlawful for a national securities exchange registered pursuant to subsection (a) or any market participant to have listed, list, or intend to list, or permits the trading, or facilitates the offering, listing, or trading on a national securities exchange, of the securities of a cannabis-related legitimate business or a service provider.''.

To amend any applicable Federal law to permit access to community development, small business, minority development, and any other public or private financial capital sources for investment in and financing of cannabis-related legitimate businesses, and to amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to create a safe harbor for national securities exchanges to list the securities of issuers that are cannabis-related legitimate businesses. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. (2) Governmental authority.--The term ``governmental authority'' means any Federal, State, municipal, national, local, tribal, or other governmental department, court, commission, board, bureau, agency, or instrumentality or political subdivision thereof, or any entity or officer exercising executive, legislative, or judicial, regulatory or adminis-trative functions of or pertaining to any government or any court, in each case, whether of the United States or a State, territory or possession thereof, a foreign sovereign entity or country or jurisdiction or the District of Columbia. ( Section 6 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78f) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(m) Safe Harbor for Cannabis-Related Legitimate Businesses and Service Providers.-- ``(1) Definitions.--In this subsection-- ``(A) Cannabis.--The term `cannabis' has the meaning given the term `marihuana' in section 102 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 802). ``(D) Market participant.--The term `market participant' means any broker dealer, underwriter, clearing agency or clearinghouse, securities depository, credit rating agency, alternative trading system, investment adviser, self-regulatory organization, or transfer agent. ``(F) State.--The term `State' means each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and each of the territories and possessions of the United States. ``(2) Safe harbor.--Notwithstanding section 32 of this Act, the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 801 et seq. ),

To amend any applicable Federal law to permit access to community development, small business, minority development, and any other public or private financial capital sources for investment in and financing of cannabis-related legitimate businesses, and to amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to create a safe harbor for national securities exchanges to list the securities of issuers that are cannabis-related legitimate businesses. This Act may be cited as the ``Capital Lending and Investment for Marijuana Businesses Act'' or the ``CLIMB Act''. 2) Governmental authority.--The term ``governmental authority'' means any Federal, State, municipal, national, local, tribal, or other governmental department, court, commission, board, bureau, agency, or instrumentality or political subdivision thereof, or any entity or officer exercising executive, legislative, or judicial, regulatory or adminis-trative functions of or pertaining to any government or any court, in each case, whether of the United States or a State, territory or possession thereof, a foreign sovereign entity or country or jurisdiction or the District of Columbia. ( SAFE HARBOR FOR NATIONAL SECURITIES EXCHANGES. 78f) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(m) Safe Harbor for Cannabis-Related Legitimate Businesses and Service Providers.-- ``(1) Definitions.--In this subsection-- ``(A) Cannabis.--The term `cannabis' has the meaning given the term `marihuana' in section 102 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 802). ``(F) State.--The term `State' means each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and each of the territories and possessions of the United States. ``(2) Safe harbor.--Notwithstanding section 32 of this Act, the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 801 et seq. ), or any other Federal law, it shall not be unlawful for a national securities exchange registered pursuant to subsection (a) or any market participant to have listed, list, or intend to list, or permits the trading, or facilitates the offering, listing, or trading on a national securities exchange, of the securities of a cannabis-related legitimate business or a service provider.''.

To amend any applicable Federal law to permit access to community development, small business, minority development, and any other public or private financial capital sources for investment in and financing of cannabis-related legitimate businesses, and to amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to create a safe harbor for national securities exchanges to list the securities of issuers that are cannabis-related legitimate businesses. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. (2) Governmental authority.--The term ``governmental authority'' means any Federal, State, municipal, national, local, tribal, or other governmental department, court, commission, board, bureau, agency, or instrumentality or political subdivision thereof, or any entity or officer exercising executive, legislative, or judicial, regulatory or adminis-trative functions of or pertaining to any government or any court, in each case, whether of the United States or a State, territory or possession thereof, a foreign sovereign entity or country or jurisdiction or the District of Columbia. ( Section 6 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78f) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(m) Safe Harbor for Cannabis-Related Legitimate Businesses and Service Providers.-- ``(1) Definitions.--In this subsection-- ``(A) Cannabis.--The term `cannabis' has the meaning given the term `marihuana' in section 102 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 802). ``(D) Market participant.--The term `market participant' means any broker dealer, underwriter, clearing agency or clearinghouse, securities depository, credit rating agency, alternative trading system, investment adviser, self-regulatory organization, or transfer agent. ``(F) State.--The term `State' means each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and each of the territories and possessions of the United States. ``(2) Safe harbor.--Notwithstanding section 32 of this Act, the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 801 et seq. ),

H.R.7325

Crime and Law Enforcement

Countering Chinese Espionage Reporting Act This bill directs the Department of Justice (DOJ) to annually report to Congress and make publicly available a report related to Chinese national security threats. In particular, this report must include (1) a description of DOJ activities and operations related to countering Chinese national security threats and espionage in the United States, and (2) an accounting of DOJ resources that are dedicated to programs aimed at combating national security threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party.

To direct the Attorney General to prepare a report on the Department of Justice activities related to countering Chinese national security threats, 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 ``Countering Chinese Espionage Reporting Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress makes the following findings: (1) The Chinese Communist Party poses pervasive and growing threats to United States domestic national security. (2) On November 1, 2018, the Department of Justice launched a new initiative, referred to as the ``China Initiative'', to address some of the most critical threats to United States domestic national security posed by the Chinese regime. (3) The China Initiative has sought to identify and prosecute Chinese trade secret theft and economic espionage and to protect American critical infrastructure and supply chains from covert influence. (4) The Chinese Communist Party's aggression is a pervasive and growing problem, as approximately 80 percent of all Federal economic espionage prosecutions involve alleged conduct that would benefit the Chinese Communist Party, and about 60 percent of all United States trade secret theft cases have a nexus to the Chinese Communist Party. (5) According to the Commission on the Theft of American Intellectual Property, the Chinese Communist Party's theft of United States intellectual property is estimated to cost the United States economy between $225,000,000,000 to $600,000,000,000 annually. (6) The Department of Justice has identified academia as one of the sectors of the United States economy that are most vulnerable to trade secret theft and economic espionage by the Chinese Communist Party. The Chinese Communist Party exploits the American tradition of openness and the free flow of ideas for its own benefit. (7) The widespread and dangerous threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party has been underscored by the most senior-level United States Government officials. (8) On November 1, 2018, the former Assistant Attorney for the Department of Justice's National Security Division stated, ``China wants the fruits of America's brainpower to harvest the seeds of its planned economic dominance. Preventing this from happening will take all of us, here at the Justice Department, across the U.S. Government, and within the private sector''. (9) On June 24, 2020, the former National Security Advisor of the White House stated that the Chinese Communist Party ``is seeking leverage over individual Americans'' and ``collecting your most intimate data--your words, your actions, your purchases, your whereabouts, your health records, your social media posts, your texts, and mapping your network of friends, family, and acquaintances''. (10) On July 7, 2020, the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation warned that ``[t]he greatest long-term threat to our nation's information and intellectual property, and to our economic vitality, is the counterintelligence and economic espionage threat from China''. (11) The Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation added that ``[w]e've now reached the point where the FBI is opening a new China-related counterintelligence case about every 10 hours. Of the nearly 5,000 active FBI counterintelligence cases currently underway across the country, almost half are related to China''. (12) On July 16, 2020, the former Attorney General of the Department of Justice stated that ``[t]he ultimate ambition of China's rulers isn't to trade with the United States. It is to raid the United States''. (13) On July 23, 2020, the former Secretary of the Department of State stated that ``[w]e [the United States] must admit a hard truth that should guide us in the years and decades to come, that if we want a free 21st century, and not the Chinese century of which Xi Jingping dreams, the old paradigm of blind engagement with China simply won't get it done. We must not continue it and we must not return it''. (14) Actions by the Biden administration have raised serious concerns about its commitment to confront the national security threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party. (15) In July 2021, the Biden administration's Department of Justice moved to dismiss charges against several suspected Chinese researchers accused of concealing ties to the Chinese military. (16) On February 23, 2022, the Biden administration's Department of Justice announced the end of its national security program aimed at prioritizing and countering legitimate threats of economic espionage, theft of American intellectual property and research, and other threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party to the United States. (17) This action comes at a time when President Biden's leadership in only a short period has resulted in many foreign policy missteps, notably in Afghanistan, Russia, and Iran. (18) The United States efforts to combat the Chinese Communist Party's malign activities should actively protect United States domestic national security, and address the strategic failures described in this section. SEC. 3. REPORT ON DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE ACTIVITIES RELATED TO COUNTERING CHINESE NATIONAL SECURITY THREATS. (a) Requirement.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and each year thereafter for 7 years, the Attorney General shall submit to the Committees on the Judiciary of the House of Representatives and of the Senate a report that includes each of the following: (1) A description of the activities and operations of the Department of Justice related to countering Chinese national security threats and espionage in the United States, including trade secret theft, theft of United States intellectual property and research, and threats from non-traditional collectors, such as researchers in laboratories, at universities, and at defense industrial base facilities (as that term is defined in section 2208(u)(3) of title 10, United States Code). (2) An accounting of the resources of the Department of Justice that are dedicated to programs aimed at combating national security threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party, and any supporting information as to the efficacy of each such program. (b) Form.--The report under subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified annex. On the date on which the Attorney General submits each report under subsection (a), the Attorney General shall make such report publicly available on the website of the Department of Justice. (c) Consultation.--In preparing the report under subsection (a), the Attorney General shall consult with other appropriate officials. <all>

Countering Chinese Espionage Reporting Act

To direct the Attorney General to prepare a report on the Department of Justice activities related to countering Chinese national security threats, and for other purposes.

Countering Chinese Espionage Reporting Act

Rep. Fitzgerald, Scott

R

WI

This bill directs the Department of Justice (DOJ) to annually report to Congress and make publicly available a report related to Chinese national security threats. In particular, this report must include (1) a description of DOJ activities and operations related to countering Chinese national security threats and espionage in the United States, and (2) an accounting of DOJ resources that are dedicated to programs aimed at combating national security threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Countering Chinese Espionage Reporting Act''. 2. FINDINGS. (2) On November 1, 2018, the Department of Justice launched a new initiative, referred to as the ``China Initiative'', to address some of the most critical threats to United States domestic national security posed by the Chinese regime. (4) The Chinese Communist Party's aggression is a pervasive and growing problem, as approximately 80 percent of all Federal economic espionage prosecutions involve alleged conduct that would benefit the Chinese Communist Party, and about 60 percent of all United States trade secret theft cases have a nexus to the Chinese Communist Party. (5) According to the Commission on the Theft of American Intellectual Property, the Chinese Communist Party's theft of United States intellectual property is estimated to cost the United States economy between $225,000,000,000 to $600,000,000,000 annually. Preventing this from happening will take all of us, here at the Justice Department, across the U.S. Government, and within the private sector''. (10) On July 7, 2020, the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation warned that ``[t]he greatest long-term threat to our nation's information and intellectual property, and to our economic vitality, is the counterintelligence and economic espionage threat from China''. (12) On July 16, 2020, the former Attorney General of the Department of Justice stated that ``[t]he ultimate ambition of China's rulers isn't to trade with the United States. It is to raid the United States''. (13) On July 23, 2020, the former Secretary of the Department of State stated that ``[w]e [the United States] must admit a hard truth that should guide us in the years and decades to come, that if we want a free 21st century, and not the Chinese century of which Xi Jingping dreams, the old paradigm of blind engagement with China simply won't get it done. We must not continue it and we must not return it''. (14) Actions by the Biden administration have raised serious concerns about its commitment to confront the national security threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party. (17) This action comes at a time when President Biden's leadership in only a short period has resulted in many foreign policy missteps, notably in Afghanistan, Russia, and Iran. SEC. 3. REPORT ON DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE ACTIVITIES RELATED TO COUNTERING CHINESE NATIONAL SECURITY THREATS. (2) An accounting of the resources of the Department of Justice that are dedicated to programs aimed at combating national security threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party, and any supporting information as to the efficacy of each such program. (b) Form.--The report under subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified annex.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Countering Chinese Espionage Reporting Act''. 2. FINDINGS. (2) On November 1, 2018, the Department of Justice launched a new initiative, referred to as the ``China Initiative'', to address some of the most critical threats to United States domestic national security posed by the Chinese regime. (5) According to the Commission on the Theft of American Intellectual Property, the Chinese Communist Party's theft of United States intellectual property is estimated to cost the United States economy between $225,000,000,000 to $600,000,000,000 annually. Preventing this from happening will take all of us, here at the Justice Department, across the U.S. Government, and within the private sector''. (10) On July 7, 2020, the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation warned that ``[t]he greatest long-term threat to our nation's information and intellectual property, and to our economic vitality, is the counterintelligence and economic espionage threat from China''. (12) On July 16, 2020, the former Attorney General of the Department of Justice stated that ``[t]he ultimate ambition of China's rulers isn't to trade with the United States. It is to raid the United States''. (13) On July 23, 2020, the former Secretary of the Department of State stated that ``[w]e [the United States] must admit a hard truth that should guide us in the years and decades to come, that if we want a free 21st century, and not the Chinese century of which Xi Jingping dreams, the old paradigm of blind engagement with China simply won't get it done. We must not continue it and we must not return it''. (14) Actions by the Biden administration have raised serious concerns about its commitment to confront the national security threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party. SEC. 3. REPORT ON DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE ACTIVITIES RELATED TO COUNTERING CHINESE NATIONAL SECURITY THREATS. (b) Form.--The report under subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified annex.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Countering Chinese Espionage Reporting Act''. 2. FINDINGS. (2) On November 1, 2018, the Department of Justice launched a new initiative, referred to as the ``China Initiative'', to address some of the most critical threats to United States domestic national security posed by the Chinese regime. (3) The China Initiative has sought to identify and prosecute Chinese trade secret theft and economic espionage and to protect American critical infrastructure and supply chains from covert influence. (4) The Chinese Communist Party's aggression is a pervasive and growing problem, as approximately 80 percent of all Federal economic espionage prosecutions involve alleged conduct that would benefit the Chinese Communist Party, and about 60 percent of all United States trade secret theft cases have a nexus to the Chinese Communist Party. (5) According to the Commission on the Theft of American Intellectual Property, the Chinese Communist Party's theft of United States intellectual property is estimated to cost the United States economy between $225,000,000,000 to $600,000,000,000 annually. The Chinese Communist Party exploits the American tradition of openness and the free flow of ideas for its own benefit. Preventing this from happening will take all of us, here at the Justice Department, across the U.S. Government, and within the private sector''. (9) On June 24, 2020, the former National Security Advisor of the White House stated that the Chinese Communist Party ``is seeking leverage over individual Americans'' and ``collecting your most intimate data--your words, your actions, your purchases, your whereabouts, your health records, your social media posts, your texts, and mapping your network of friends, family, and acquaintances''. (10) On July 7, 2020, the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation warned that ``[t]he greatest long-term threat to our nation's information and intellectual property, and to our economic vitality, is the counterintelligence and economic espionage threat from China''. Of the nearly 5,000 active FBI counterintelligence cases currently underway across the country, almost half are related to China''. (12) On July 16, 2020, the former Attorney General of the Department of Justice stated that ``[t]he ultimate ambition of China's rulers isn't to trade with the United States. It is to raid the United States''. (13) On July 23, 2020, the former Secretary of the Department of State stated that ``[w]e [the United States] must admit a hard truth that should guide us in the years and decades to come, that if we want a free 21st century, and not the Chinese century of which Xi Jingping dreams, the old paradigm of blind engagement with China simply won't get it done. We must not continue it and we must not return it''. (14) Actions by the Biden administration have raised serious concerns about its commitment to confront the national security threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party. (15) In July 2021, the Biden administration's Department of Justice moved to dismiss charges against several suspected Chinese researchers accused of concealing ties to the Chinese military. (17) This action comes at a time when President Biden's leadership in only a short period has resulted in many foreign policy missteps, notably in Afghanistan, Russia, and Iran. SEC. 3. REPORT ON DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE ACTIVITIES RELATED TO COUNTERING CHINESE NATIONAL SECURITY THREATS. (2) An accounting of the resources of the Department of Justice that are dedicated to programs aimed at combating national security threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party, and any supporting information as to the efficacy of each such program. (b) Form.--The report under subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified annex. On the date on which the Attorney General submits each report under subsection (a), the Attorney General shall make such report publicly available on the website of the Department of Justice. (c) Consultation.--In preparing the report under subsection (a), the Attorney General shall consult with other appropriate officials.

To direct the Attorney General to prepare a report on the Department of Justice activities related to countering Chinese national security threats, 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 ``Countering Chinese Espionage Reporting Act''. 2. FINDINGS. (2) On November 1, 2018, the Department of Justice launched a new initiative, referred to as the ``China Initiative'', to address some of the most critical threats to United States domestic national security posed by the Chinese regime. (3) The China Initiative has sought to identify and prosecute Chinese trade secret theft and economic espionage and to protect American critical infrastructure and supply chains from covert influence. (4) The Chinese Communist Party's aggression is a pervasive and growing problem, as approximately 80 percent of all Federal economic espionage prosecutions involve alleged conduct that would benefit the Chinese Communist Party, and about 60 percent of all United States trade secret theft cases have a nexus to the Chinese Communist Party. (5) According to the Commission on the Theft of American Intellectual Property, the Chinese Communist Party's theft of United States intellectual property is estimated to cost the United States economy between $225,000,000,000 to $600,000,000,000 annually. (6) The Department of Justice has identified academia as one of the sectors of the United States economy that are most vulnerable to trade secret theft and economic espionage by the Chinese Communist Party. The Chinese Communist Party exploits the American tradition of openness and the free flow of ideas for its own benefit. (7) The widespread and dangerous threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party has been underscored by the most senior-level United States Government officials. (8) On November 1, 2018, the former Assistant Attorney for the Department of Justice's National Security Division stated, ``China wants the fruits of America's brainpower to harvest the seeds of its planned economic dominance. Preventing this from happening will take all of us, here at the Justice Department, across the U.S. Government, and within the private sector''. (9) On June 24, 2020, the former National Security Advisor of the White House stated that the Chinese Communist Party ``is seeking leverage over individual Americans'' and ``collecting your most intimate data--your words, your actions, your purchases, your whereabouts, your health records, your social media posts, your texts, and mapping your network of friends, family, and acquaintances''. (10) On July 7, 2020, the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation warned that ``[t]he greatest long-term threat to our nation's information and intellectual property, and to our economic vitality, is the counterintelligence and economic espionage threat from China''. (11) The Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation added that ``[w]e've now reached the point where the FBI is opening a new China-related counterintelligence case about every 10 hours. Of the nearly 5,000 active FBI counterintelligence cases currently underway across the country, almost half are related to China''. (12) On July 16, 2020, the former Attorney General of the Department of Justice stated that ``[t]he ultimate ambition of China's rulers isn't to trade with the United States. It is to raid the United States''. (13) On July 23, 2020, the former Secretary of the Department of State stated that ``[w]e [the United States] must admit a hard truth that should guide us in the years and decades to come, that if we want a free 21st century, and not the Chinese century of which Xi Jingping dreams, the old paradigm of blind engagement with China simply won't get it done. We must not continue it and we must not return it''. (14) Actions by the Biden administration have raised serious concerns about its commitment to confront the national security threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party. (15) In July 2021, the Biden administration's Department of Justice moved to dismiss charges against several suspected Chinese researchers accused of concealing ties to the Chinese military. (17) This action comes at a time when President Biden's leadership in only a short period has resulted in many foreign policy missteps, notably in Afghanistan, Russia, and Iran. (18) The United States efforts to combat the Chinese Communist Party's malign activities should actively protect United States domestic national security, and address the strategic failures described in this section. SEC. 3. REPORT ON DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE ACTIVITIES RELATED TO COUNTERING CHINESE NATIONAL SECURITY THREATS. (a) Requirement.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and each year thereafter for 7 years, the Attorney General shall submit to the Committees on the Judiciary of the House of Representatives and of the Senate a report that includes each of the following: (1) A description of the activities and operations of the Department of Justice related to countering Chinese national security threats and espionage in the United States, including trade secret theft, theft of United States intellectual property and research, and threats from non-traditional collectors, such as researchers in laboratories, at universities, and at defense industrial base facilities (as that term is defined in section 2208(u)(3) of title 10, United States Code). (2) An accounting of the resources of the Department of Justice that are dedicated to programs aimed at combating national security threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party, and any supporting information as to the efficacy of each such program. (b) Form.--The report under subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified annex. On the date on which the Attorney General submits each report under subsection (a), the Attorney General shall make such report publicly available on the website of the Department of Justice. (c) Consultation.--In preparing the report under subsection (a), the Attorney General shall consult with other appropriate officials.

To direct the Attorney General to prepare a report on the Department of Justice activities related to countering Chinese national security threats, and for other purposes. 2) On November 1, 2018, the Department of Justice launched a new initiative, referred to as the ``China Initiative'', to address some of the most critical threats to United States domestic national security posed by the Chinese regime. ( (6) The Department of Justice has identified academia as one of the sectors of the United States economy that are most vulnerable to trade secret theft and economic espionage by the Chinese Communist Party. 8) On November 1, 2018, the former Assistant Attorney for the Department of Justice's National Security Division stated, ``China wants the fruits of America's brainpower to harvest the seeds of its planned economic dominance. (11) The Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation added that ``[w]e've now reached the point where the FBI is opening a new China-related counterintelligence case about every 10 hours. 12) On July 16, 2020, the former Attorney General of the Department of Justice stated that ``[t]he ultimate ambition of China's rulers isn't to trade with the United States. (16) On February 23, 2022, the Biden administration's Department of Justice announced the end of its national security program aimed at prioritizing and countering legitimate threats of economic espionage, theft of American intellectual property and research, and other threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party to the United States. ( 17) This action comes at a time when President Biden's leadership in only a short period has resulted in many foreign policy missteps, notably in Afghanistan, Russia, and Iran. ( (2) An accounting of the resources of the Department of Justice that are dedicated to programs aimed at combating national security threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party, and any supporting information as to the efficacy of each such program. ( On the date on which the Attorney General submits each report under subsection (a), the Attorney General shall make such report publicly available on the website of the Department of Justice. (

To direct the Attorney General to prepare a report on the Department of Justice activities related to countering Chinese national security threats, and for other purposes. 2) On November 1, 2018, the Department of Justice launched a new initiative, referred to as the ``China Initiative'', to address some of the most critical threats to United States domestic national security posed by the Chinese regime. ( The Chinese Communist Party exploits the American tradition of openness and the free flow of ideas for its own benefit. ( Preventing this from happening will take all of us, here at the Justice Department, across the U.S. Government, and within the private sector''. ( It is to raid the United States''. ( 13) On July 23, 2020, the former Secretary of the Department of State stated that ``[w]e [the United States] must admit a hard truth that should guide us in the years and decades to come, that if we want a free 21st century, and not the Chinese century of which Xi Jingping dreams, the old paradigm of blind engagement with China simply won't get it done. (16) On February 23, 2022, the Biden administration's Department of Justice announced the end of its national security program aimed at prioritizing and countering legitimate threats of economic espionage, theft of American intellectual property and research, and other threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party to the United States. ( On the date on which the Attorney General submits each report under subsection (a), the Attorney General shall make such report publicly available on the website of the Department of Justice. (

To direct the Attorney General to prepare a report on the Department of Justice activities related to countering Chinese national security threats, and for other purposes. 2) On November 1, 2018, the Department of Justice launched a new initiative, referred to as the ``China Initiative'', to address some of the most critical threats to United States domestic national security posed by the Chinese regime. ( The Chinese Communist Party exploits the American tradition of openness and the free flow of ideas for its own benefit. ( Preventing this from happening will take all of us, here at the Justice Department, across the U.S. Government, and within the private sector''. ( It is to raid the United States''. ( 13) On July 23, 2020, the former Secretary of the Department of State stated that ``[w]e [the United States] must admit a hard truth that should guide us in the years and decades to come, that if we want a free 21st century, and not the Chinese century of which Xi Jingping dreams, the old paradigm of blind engagement with China simply won't get it done. (16) On February 23, 2022, the Biden administration's Department of Justice announced the end of its national security program aimed at prioritizing and countering legitimate threats of economic espionage, theft of American intellectual property and research, and other threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party to the United States. ( On the date on which the Attorney General submits each report under subsection (a), the Attorney General shall make such report publicly available on the website of the Department of Justice. (

To direct the Attorney General to prepare a report on the Department of Justice activities related to countering Chinese national security threats, and for other purposes. 2) On November 1, 2018, the Department of Justice launched a new initiative, referred to as the ``China Initiative'', to address some of the most critical threats to United States domestic national security posed by the Chinese regime. ( (6) The Department of Justice has identified academia as one of the sectors of the United States economy that are most vulnerable to trade secret theft and economic espionage by the Chinese Communist Party. 8) On November 1, 2018, the former Assistant Attorney for the Department of Justice's National Security Division stated, ``China wants the fruits of America's brainpower to harvest the seeds of its planned economic dominance. (11) The Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation added that ``[w]e've now reached the point where the FBI is opening a new China-related counterintelligence case about every 10 hours. 12) On July 16, 2020, the former Attorney General of the Department of Justice stated that ``[t]he ultimate ambition of China's rulers isn't to trade with the United States. (16) On February 23, 2022, the Biden administration's Department of Justice announced the end of its national security program aimed at prioritizing and countering legitimate threats of economic espionage, theft of American intellectual property and research, and other threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party to the United States. ( 17) This action comes at a time when President Biden's leadership in only a short period has resulted in many foreign policy missteps, notably in Afghanistan, Russia, and Iran. ( (2) An accounting of the resources of the Department of Justice that are dedicated to programs aimed at combating national security threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party, and any supporting information as to the efficacy of each such program. ( On the date on which the Attorney General submits each report under subsection (a), the Attorney General shall make such report publicly available on the website of the Department of Justice. (

To direct the Attorney General to prepare a report on the Department of Justice activities related to countering Chinese national security threats, and for other purposes. 2) On November 1, 2018, the Department of Justice launched a new initiative, referred to as the ``China Initiative'', to address some of the most critical threats to United States domestic national security posed by the Chinese regime. ( The Chinese Communist Party exploits the American tradition of openness and the free flow of ideas for its own benefit. ( Preventing this from happening will take all of us, here at the Justice Department, across the U.S. Government, and within the private sector''. ( It is to raid the United States''. ( 13) On July 23, 2020, the former Secretary of the Department of State stated that ``[w]e [the United States] must admit a hard truth that should guide us in the years and decades to come, that if we want a free 21st century, and not the Chinese century of which Xi Jingping dreams, the old paradigm of blind engagement with China simply won't get it done. (16) On February 23, 2022, the Biden administration's Department of Justice announced the end of its national security program aimed at prioritizing and countering legitimate threats of economic espionage, theft of American intellectual property and research, and other threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party to the United States. ( On the date on which the Attorney General submits each report under subsection (a), the Attorney General shall make such report publicly available on the website of the Department of Justice. (

To direct the Attorney General to prepare a report on the Department of Justice activities related to countering Chinese national security threats, and for other purposes. 2) On November 1, 2018, the Department of Justice launched a new initiative, referred to as the ``China Initiative'', to address some of the most critical threats to United States domestic national security posed by the Chinese regime. ( (6) The Department of Justice has identified academia as one of the sectors of the United States economy that are most vulnerable to trade secret theft and economic espionage by the Chinese Communist Party. 8) On November 1, 2018, the former Assistant Attorney for the Department of Justice's National Security Division stated, ``China wants the fruits of America's brainpower to harvest the seeds of its planned economic dominance. (11) The Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation added that ``[w]e've now reached the point where the FBI is opening a new China-related counterintelligence case about every 10 hours. 12) On July 16, 2020, the former Attorney General of the Department of Justice stated that ``[t]he ultimate ambition of China's rulers isn't to trade with the United States. (16) On February 23, 2022, the Biden administration's Department of Justice announced the end of its national security program aimed at prioritizing and countering legitimate threats of economic espionage, theft of American intellectual property and research, and other threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party to the United States. ( 17) This action comes at a time when President Biden's leadership in only a short period has resulted in many foreign policy missteps, notably in Afghanistan, Russia, and Iran. ( (2) An accounting of the resources of the Department of Justice that are dedicated to programs aimed at combating national security threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party, and any supporting information as to the efficacy of each such program. ( On the date on which the Attorney General submits each report under subsection (a), the Attorney General shall make such report publicly available on the website of the Department of Justice. (

To direct the Attorney General to prepare a report on the Department of Justice activities related to countering Chinese national security threats, and for other purposes. 2) On November 1, 2018, the Department of Justice launched a new initiative, referred to as the ``China Initiative'', to address some of the most critical threats to United States domestic national security posed by the Chinese regime. ( The Chinese Communist Party exploits the American tradition of openness and the free flow of ideas for its own benefit. ( Preventing this from happening will take all of us, here at the Justice Department, across the U.S. Government, and within the private sector''. ( It is to raid the United States''. ( 13) On July 23, 2020, the former Secretary of the Department of State stated that ``[w]e [the United States] must admit a hard truth that should guide us in the years and decades to come, that if we want a free 21st century, and not the Chinese century of which Xi Jingping dreams, the old paradigm of blind engagement with China simply won't get it done. (16) On February 23, 2022, the Biden administration's Department of Justice announced the end of its national security program aimed at prioritizing and countering legitimate threats of economic espionage, theft of American intellectual property and research, and other threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party to the United States. ( On the date on which the Attorney General submits each report under subsection (a), the Attorney General shall make such report publicly available on the website of the Department of Justice. (

To direct the Attorney General to prepare a report on the Department of Justice activities related to countering Chinese national security threats, and for other purposes. 2) On November 1, 2018, the Department of Justice launched a new initiative, referred to as the ``China Initiative'', to address some of the most critical threats to United States domestic national security posed by the Chinese regime. ( (6) The Department of Justice has identified academia as one of the sectors of the United States economy that are most vulnerable to trade secret theft and economic espionage by the Chinese Communist Party. 8) On November 1, 2018, the former Assistant Attorney for the Department of Justice's National Security Division stated, ``China wants the fruits of America's brainpower to harvest the seeds of its planned economic dominance. (11) The Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation added that ``[w]e've now reached the point where the FBI is opening a new China-related counterintelligence case about every 10 hours. 12) On July 16, 2020, the former Attorney General of the Department of Justice stated that ``[t]he ultimate ambition of China's rulers isn't to trade with the United States. (16) On February 23, 2022, the Biden administration's Department of Justice announced the end of its national security program aimed at prioritizing and countering legitimate threats of economic espionage, theft of American intellectual property and research, and other threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party to the United States. ( 17) This action comes at a time when President Biden's leadership in only a short period has resulted in many foreign policy missteps, notably in Afghanistan, Russia, and Iran. ( (2) An accounting of the resources of the Department of Justice that are dedicated to programs aimed at combating national security threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party, and any supporting information as to the efficacy of each such program. ( On the date on which the Attorney General submits each report under subsection (a), the Attorney General shall make such report publicly available on the website of the Department of Justice. (

To direct the Attorney General to prepare a report on the Department of Justice activities related to countering Chinese national security threats, and for other purposes. 2) On November 1, 2018, the Department of Justice launched a new initiative, referred to as the ``China Initiative'', to address some of the most critical threats to United States domestic national security posed by the Chinese regime. ( The Chinese Communist Party exploits the American tradition of openness and the free flow of ideas for its own benefit. ( Preventing this from happening will take all of us, here at the Justice Department, across the U.S. Government, and within the private sector''. ( It is to raid the United States''. ( 13) On July 23, 2020, the former Secretary of the Department of State stated that ``[w]e [the United States] must admit a hard truth that should guide us in the years and decades to come, that if we want a free 21st century, and not the Chinese century of which Xi Jingping dreams, the old paradigm of blind engagement with China simply won't get it done. (16) On February 23, 2022, the Biden administration's Department of Justice announced the end of its national security program aimed at prioritizing and countering legitimate threats of economic espionage, theft of American intellectual property and research, and other threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party to the United States. ( On the date on which the Attorney General submits each report under subsection (a), the Attorney General shall make such report publicly available on the website of the Department of Justice. (

To direct the Attorney General to prepare a report on the Department of Justice activities related to countering Chinese national security threats, and for other purposes. 2) On November 1, 2018, the Department of Justice launched a new initiative, referred to as the ``China Initiative'', to address some of the most critical threats to United States domestic national security posed by the Chinese regime. ( (6) The Department of Justice has identified academia as one of the sectors of the United States economy that are most vulnerable to trade secret theft and economic espionage by the Chinese Communist Party. 8) On November 1, 2018, the former Assistant Attorney for the Department of Justice's National Security Division stated, ``China wants the fruits of America's brainpower to harvest the seeds of its planned economic dominance. (11) The Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation added that ``[w]e've now reached the point where the FBI is opening a new China-related counterintelligence case about every 10 hours. 12) On July 16, 2020, the former Attorney General of the Department of Justice stated that ``[t]he ultimate ambition of China's rulers isn't to trade with the United States. (16) On February 23, 2022, the Biden administration's Department of Justice announced the end of its national security program aimed at prioritizing and countering legitimate threats of economic espionage, theft of American intellectual property and research, and other threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party to the United States. ( 17) This action comes at a time when President Biden's leadership in only a short period has resulted in many foreign policy missteps, notably in Afghanistan, Russia, and Iran. ( (2) An accounting of the resources of the Department of Justice that are dedicated to programs aimed at combating national security threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party, and any supporting information as to the efficacy of each such program. ( On the date on which the Attorney General submits each report under subsection (a), the Attorney General shall make such report publicly available on the website of the Department of Justice. (

H.R.5161

Labor and Employment

Expanding Small Employer Pooling Options for Paid Family Leave Act of 2021 This bill expands the purposes for which small employers may combine their contributions under a multiple employer welfare arrangement to include paid family and medical leave benefits.

To expand small employer pooling options to provide paid family and medical leave. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Small Employer Pooling Options for Paid Family Leave Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. EXPAND SMALL EMPLOYER POOLING OPTIONS FOR PAID FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE. (a) Amendment to Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974.-- (1) In general.--Section 3(40)(A) of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (29 U.S.C. 1002(40)(A)) is amended by inserting ``, which, for the purposes of this paragraph, may include paid family and medical leave benefits,'' after ``paragraph (1)''. (2) Effective date.--The amendment made by paragraph (1) shall take effect on the date that is 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act. (3) Regulations.--The Secretary of Labor shall, in coordination with the issuance of regulations by the Secretary of the Treasury pursuant to subsection (b)(3), issue regulations to implement and ensure compliance with the amendment made by paragraph (1) to ensure consistency and parity in the treatment of paid family medical leave benefits across Federal agencies. (b) Amendment to Internal Revenue Code of 1986.-- (1) In general.--Section 501(c)(9) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting ``disability, paid family and medical leave,'' after ``life, sick, accident,''. (2) Effective date.--The amendment made by paragraph (1) shall apply after the date that is 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, in taxable years ending after such date. (3) Regulations.--The Secretary of the Treasury shall, in coordination with the issuance of regulations by the Secretary of Labor pursuant to subsection (a)(3), issue regulations to implement and ensure compliance with the amendment made by paragraph (1) to ensure consistency and parity in the treatment of paid family medical leave benefits across Federal agencies. (c) Report.--Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Labor and the Secretary of the Treasury shall jointly submit a report to the Committee on Education and Labor and the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives with recommendations describing-- (1) statutory or regulatory changes needed to facilitate multi-employer and small business pooling and cost-sharing, such as through multiple employer welfare arrangements, for the purpose of providing paid family and medical leave benefits, including through the use of short-term disability insurance, to the employees of two or more employers; and (2) statutory or regulatory changes necessary to allow employers to implement the actions described in paragraph (1) through a tax exempt trust, such as a voluntary employee benefits association, or other mechanism. <all>

Expanding Small Employer Pooling Options for Paid Family Leave Act of 2021

To expand small employer pooling options to provide paid family and medical leave.

Expanding Small Employer Pooling Options for Paid Family Leave Act of 2021

Rep. Ferguson, A. Drew, IV

R

GA

This bill expands the purposes for which small employers may combine their contributions under a multiple employer welfare arrangement to include paid family and medical leave benefits.

To expand small employer pooling options to provide paid family and medical leave. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Small Employer Pooling Options for Paid Family Leave Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. EXPAND SMALL EMPLOYER POOLING OPTIONS FOR PAID FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE. (a) Amendment to Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974.-- (1) In general.--Section 3(40)(A) of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (29 U.S.C. 1002(40)(A)) is amended by inserting ``, which, for the purposes of this paragraph, may include paid family and medical leave benefits,'' after ``paragraph (1)''. (2) Effective date.--The amendment made by paragraph (1) shall take effect on the date that is 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act. (3) Regulations.--The Secretary of Labor shall, in coordination with the issuance of regulations by the Secretary of the Treasury pursuant to subsection (b)(3), issue regulations to implement and ensure compliance with the amendment made by paragraph (1) to ensure consistency and parity in the treatment of paid family medical leave benefits across Federal agencies. (b) Amendment to Internal Revenue Code of 1986.-- (1) In general.--Section 501(c)(9) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting ``disability, paid family and medical leave,'' after ``life, sick, accident,''. (2) Effective date.--The amendment made by paragraph (1) shall apply after the date that is 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, in taxable years ending after such date. (3) Regulations.--The Secretary of the Treasury shall, in coordination with the issuance of regulations by the Secretary of Labor pursuant to subsection (a)(3), issue regulations to implement and ensure compliance with the amendment made by paragraph (1) to ensure consistency and parity in the treatment of paid family medical leave benefits across Federal agencies. (c) Report.--Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Labor and the Secretary of the Treasury shall jointly submit a report to the Committee on Education and Labor and the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives with recommendations describing-- (1) statutory or regulatory changes needed to facilitate multi-employer and small business pooling and cost-sharing, such as through multiple employer welfare arrangements, for the purpose of providing paid family and medical leave benefits, including through the use of short-term disability insurance, to the employees of two or more employers; and (2) statutory or regulatory changes necessary to allow employers to implement the actions described in paragraph (1) through a tax exempt trust, such as a voluntary employee benefits association, or other mechanism. <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 ``Expanding Small Employer Pooling Options for Paid Family Leave Act of 2021''. SEC. EXPAND SMALL EMPLOYER POOLING OPTIONS FOR PAID FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE. (a) Amendment to Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974.-- (1) In general.--Section 3(40)(A) of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (29 U.S.C. (2) Effective date.--The amendment made by paragraph (1) shall take effect on the date that is 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act. (b) Amendment to Internal Revenue Code of 1986.-- (1) In general.--Section 501(c)(9) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting ``disability, paid family and medical leave,'' after ``life, sick, accident,''. (2) Effective date.--The amendment made by paragraph (1) shall apply after the date that is 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, in taxable years ending after such date. (3) Regulations.--The Secretary of the Treasury shall, in coordination with the issuance of regulations by the Secretary of Labor pursuant to subsection (a)(3), issue regulations to implement and ensure compliance with the amendment made by paragraph (1) to ensure consistency and parity in the treatment of paid family medical leave benefits across Federal agencies. (c) Report.--Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Labor and the Secretary of the Treasury shall jointly submit a report to the Committee on Education and Labor and the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives with recommendations describing-- (1) statutory or regulatory changes needed to facilitate multi-employer and small business pooling and cost-sharing, such as through multiple employer welfare arrangements, for the purpose of providing paid family and medical leave benefits, including through the use of short-term disability insurance, to the employees of two or more employers; and (2) statutory or regulatory changes necessary to allow employers to implement the actions described in paragraph (1) through a tax exempt trust, such as a voluntary employee benefits association, or other mechanism.

To expand small employer pooling options to provide paid family and medical leave. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Small Employer Pooling Options for Paid Family Leave Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. EXPAND SMALL EMPLOYER POOLING OPTIONS FOR PAID FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE. (a) Amendment to Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974.-- (1) In general.--Section 3(40)(A) of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (29 U.S.C. 1002(40)(A)) is amended by inserting ``, which, for the purposes of this paragraph, may include paid family and medical leave benefits,'' after ``paragraph (1)''. (2) Effective date.--The amendment made by paragraph (1) shall take effect on the date that is 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act. (3) Regulations.--The Secretary of Labor shall, in coordination with the issuance of regulations by the Secretary of the Treasury pursuant to subsection (b)(3), issue regulations to implement and ensure compliance with the amendment made by paragraph (1) to ensure consistency and parity in the treatment of paid family medical leave benefits across Federal agencies. (b) Amendment to Internal Revenue Code of 1986.-- (1) In general.--Section 501(c)(9) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting ``disability, paid family and medical leave,'' after ``life, sick, accident,''. (2) Effective date.--The amendment made by paragraph (1) shall apply after the date that is 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, in taxable years ending after such date. (3) Regulations.--The Secretary of the Treasury shall, in coordination with the issuance of regulations by the Secretary of Labor pursuant to subsection (a)(3), issue regulations to implement and ensure compliance with the amendment made by paragraph (1) to ensure consistency and parity in the treatment of paid family medical leave benefits across Federal agencies. (c) Report.--Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Labor and the Secretary of the Treasury shall jointly submit a report to the Committee on Education and Labor and the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives with recommendations describing-- (1) statutory or regulatory changes needed to facilitate multi-employer and small business pooling and cost-sharing, such as through multiple employer welfare arrangements, for the purpose of providing paid family and medical leave benefits, including through the use of short-term disability insurance, to the employees of two or more employers; and (2) statutory or regulatory changes necessary to allow employers to implement the actions described in paragraph (1) through a tax exempt trust, such as a voluntary employee benefits association, or other mechanism. <all>

To expand small employer pooling options to provide paid family and medical leave. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Small Employer Pooling Options for Paid Family Leave Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. EXPAND SMALL EMPLOYER POOLING OPTIONS FOR PAID FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE. (a) Amendment to Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974.-- (1) In general.--Section 3(40)(A) of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (29 U.S.C. 1002(40)(A)) is amended by inserting ``, which, for the purposes of this paragraph, may include paid family and medical leave benefits,'' after ``paragraph (1)''. (2) Effective date.--The amendment made by paragraph (1) shall take effect on the date that is 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act. (3) Regulations.--The Secretary of Labor shall, in coordination with the issuance of regulations by the Secretary of the Treasury pursuant to subsection (b)(3), issue regulations to implement and ensure compliance with the amendment made by paragraph (1) to ensure consistency and parity in the treatment of paid family medical leave benefits across Federal agencies. (b) Amendment to Internal Revenue Code of 1986.-- (1) In general.--Section 501(c)(9) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting ``disability, paid family and medical leave,'' after ``life, sick, accident,''. (2) Effective date.--The amendment made by paragraph (1) shall apply after the date that is 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, in taxable years ending after such date. (3) Regulations.--The Secretary of the Treasury shall, in coordination with the issuance of regulations by the Secretary of Labor pursuant to subsection (a)(3), issue regulations to implement and ensure compliance with the amendment made by paragraph (1) to ensure consistency and parity in the treatment of paid family medical leave benefits across Federal agencies. (c) Report.--Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Labor and the Secretary of the Treasury shall jointly submit a report to the Committee on Education and Labor and the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives with recommendations describing-- (1) statutory or regulatory changes needed to facilitate multi-employer and small business pooling and cost-sharing, such as through multiple employer welfare arrangements, for the purpose of providing paid family and medical leave benefits, including through the use of short-term disability insurance, to the employees of two or more employers; and (2) statutory or regulatory changes necessary to allow employers to implement the actions described in paragraph (1) through a tax exempt trust, such as a voluntary employee benefits association, or other mechanism. <all>

To expand small employer pooling options to provide paid family and medical leave. b) Amendment to Internal Revenue Code of 1986.-- (1) In general.--Section 501(c)(9) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting ``disability, paid family and medical leave,'' after ``life, sick, accident,''. (2) Effective date.--The amendment made by paragraph (1) shall apply after the date that is 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, in taxable years ending after such date. ( 3) Regulations.--The Secretary of the Treasury shall, in coordination with the issuance of regulations by the Secretary of Labor pursuant to subsection (a)(3), issue regulations to implement and ensure compliance with the amendment made by paragraph (1) to ensure consistency and parity in the treatment of paid family medical leave benefits across Federal agencies. (

To expand small employer pooling options to provide paid family and medical leave. 3) Regulations.--The Secretary of the Treasury shall, in coordination with the issuance of regulations by the Secretary of Labor pursuant to subsection (a)(3), issue regulations to implement and ensure compliance with the amendment made by paragraph (1) to ensure consistency and parity in the treatment of paid family medical leave benefits across Federal agencies.

To expand small employer pooling options to provide paid family and medical leave. 3) Regulations.--The Secretary of the Treasury shall, in coordination with the issuance of regulations by the Secretary of Labor pursuant to subsection (a)(3), issue regulations to implement and ensure compliance with the amendment made by paragraph (1) to ensure consistency and parity in the treatment of paid family medical leave benefits across Federal agencies.

To expand small employer pooling options to provide paid family and medical leave. b) Amendment to Internal Revenue Code of 1986.-- (1) In general.--Section 501(c)(9) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting ``disability, paid family and medical leave,'' after ``life, sick, accident,''. (2) Effective date.--The amendment made by paragraph (1) shall apply after the date that is 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, in taxable years ending after such date. ( 3) Regulations.--The Secretary of the Treasury shall, in coordination with the issuance of regulations by the Secretary of Labor pursuant to subsection (a)(3), issue regulations to implement and ensure compliance with the amendment made by paragraph (1) to ensure consistency and parity in the treatment of paid family medical leave benefits across Federal agencies. (

To expand small employer pooling options to provide paid family and medical leave. 3) Regulations.--The Secretary of the Treasury shall, in coordination with the issuance of regulations by the Secretary of Labor pursuant to subsection (a)(3), issue regulations to implement and ensure compliance with the amendment made by paragraph (1) to ensure consistency and parity in the treatment of paid family medical leave benefits across Federal agencies.

To expand small employer pooling options to provide paid family and medical leave. b) Amendment to Internal Revenue Code of 1986.-- (1) In general.--Section 501(c)(9) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting ``disability, paid family and medical leave,'' after ``life, sick, accident,''. (2) Effective date.--The amendment made by paragraph (1) shall apply after the date that is 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, in taxable years ending after such date. ( 3) Regulations.--The Secretary of the Treasury shall, in coordination with the issuance of regulations by the Secretary of Labor pursuant to subsection (a)(3), issue regulations to implement and ensure compliance with the amendment made by paragraph (1) to ensure consistency and parity in the treatment of paid family medical leave benefits across Federal agencies. (

To expand small employer pooling options to provide paid family and medical leave. 3) Regulations.--The Secretary of the Treasury shall, in coordination with the issuance of regulations by the Secretary of Labor pursuant to subsection (a)(3), issue regulations to implement and ensure compliance with the amendment made by paragraph (1) to ensure consistency and parity in the treatment of paid family medical leave benefits across Federal agencies.

To expand small employer pooling options to provide paid family and medical leave. b) Amendment to Internal Revenue Code of 1986.-- (1) In general.--Section 501(c)(9) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting ``disability, paid family and medical leave,'' after ``life, sick, accident,''. (2) Effective date.--The amendment made by paragraph (1) shall apply after the date that is 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, in taxable years ending after such date. ( 3) Regulations.--The Secretary of the Treasury shall, in coordination with the issuance of regulations by the Secretary of Labor pursuant to subsection (a)(3), issue regulations to implement and ensure compliance with the amendment made by paragraph (1) to ensure consistency and parity in the treatment of paid family medical leave benefits across Federal agencies. (

To expand small employer pooling options to provide paid family and medical leave. 3) Regulations.--The Secretary of the Treasury shall, in coordination with the issuance of regulations by the Secretary of Labor pursuant to subsection (a)(3), issue regulations to implement and ensure compliance with the amendment made by paragraph (1) to ensure consistency and parity in the treatment of paid family medical leave benefits across Federal agencies.

To expand small employer pooling options to provide paid family and medical leave. b) Amendment to Internal Revenue Code of 1986.-- (1) In general.--Section 501(c)(9) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting ``disability, paid family and medical leave,'' after ``life, sick, accident,''. (2) Effective date.--The amendment made by paragraph (1) shall apply after the date that is 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, in taxable years ending after such date. ( 3) Regulations.--The Secretary of the Treasury shall, in coordination with the issuance of regulations by the Secretary of Labor pursuant to subsection (a)(3), issue regulations to implement and ensure compliance with the amendment made by paragraph (1) to ensure consistency and parity in the treatment of paid family medical leave benefits across Federal agencies. (

H.R.4185

Armed Forces and National Security

Escuadrón 201 Congressional Gold Medal Act This bill provides for the award of a single Congressional Gold Medal to the members of Escuadrón 201 in recognition of their valor and value to the Allied forces during World War II.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to the members of Escuadron 201. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Escuadron 201 Congressional Gold Medal Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Escuadron 201, or the 201st Squadron, of the Mexican Expeditionary Air Force fought alongside United States forces in the South Pacific during World War II. (2) Nicknamed the Aztec Eagles, Escuadron 201 integrated with United States forces including the U.S. 5th Air Force and the 58th Fighter Group to provide close air support for American and Philippine ground forces as well as long range strikes using Republic P-47D Thunderbolt fighter aircraft. (3) Following Mexico's declaration of war on Japan, Germany, and Italy on May 28, 1942, Mexico entered into agreements with the United States to collaborate through the reciprocal use of airfields and facilities and the training of Mexican personnel by the United States Army Air Forces (USAAF). (4) With the assistance of USAAF, Mexican Expeditionary Air Force pilots were trained in Guadalajara, Mexico and later moved to USAAF schools in the United States for additional individual and unit training. (5) In July 1944, 36 pilots and 264 support personnel formed Escuadron 201, Mexico's first squadron that would be deployed overseas to fight alongside United States forces. (6) In February 1945, Escuadron 201 and the headquarters of the Mexican Expeditionary Air Force moved to the Philippine Islands and began combat operations with the 58th Fighter Group in Porac, Luzon. (7) Deployed to Okinawa in July 1945, Escuadron 201 provided close in ground support for the U.S. 25th ``Tropic Lightning'' Division and Philippine Army units as well as long- range strikes into Japanese-held territory in Taiwan. (8) Mexico was prepared to send additional squadrons to fight with Allied forces had Japan not offered its unconditional surrender following the attacks on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. (9) Seven Escuadron 201 pilots lost their lives fighting Axis forces. (10) During its 795 combat sorties and 2,000 hours of combat flying, Escuadron 201 exemplified valor and was indispensable to the war effort and an Allied victory. SEC. 3. CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL. (a) Presentation Authorized.--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 Congress, of a single gold medal of appropriate design to the members of Escuadron 201. (b) Design and Striking.--For purposes of the presentation referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (referred to in this Act as the ``Secretary'') shall strike a gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions to be determined by the Secretary. (c) Smithsonian Institution.-- (1) In general.--Following the award of the gold medal in honor of Escuadron 201, the gold medal shall be given to the Smithsonian Institution, where it shall be available for display as appropriate and available for research. (2) Sense of the congress.--It is the sense of the Congress that the Smithsonian Institution should make the gold medal awarded pursuant to this Act available for display elsewhere, particularly at appropriate locations associated with Escuadron 201, and that preference should be given to locations affiliated with the Smithsonian Institution. SEC. 4. DUPLICATE MEDALS. Under such regulations as the Secretary may prescribe, the Secretary may strike and sell duplicates in bronze of the gold medal struck under section 3, at a price sufficient to cover the costs of the medals, including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, and overhead expenses. SEC. 5. NATIONAL MEDALS. (a) National Medals.--The medals struck pursuant to this Act are national medals for purposes of chapter 51 of title 31, United States Code. (b) Numismatic Items.--For purposes of section 5134 of title 31, United States Code, all medals struck under this Act shall be considered to be numismatic items. <all>

Escuadrón 201 Congressional Gold Medal Act

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to the members of Escuadrón 201.

Escuadrón 201 Congressional Gold Medal Act

Rep. Sánchez, Linda T.

D

CA

This bill provides for the award of a single Congressional Gold Medal to the members of Escuadrón 201 in recognition of their valor and value to the Allied forces during World War II.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to the members of Escuadron 201. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Escuadron 201 Congressional Gold Medal Act''. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Escuadron 201, or the 201st Squadron, of the Mexican Expeditionary Air Force fought alongside United States forces in the South Pacific during World War II. (2) Nicknamed the Aztec Eagles, Escuadron 201 integrated with United States forces including the U.S. 5th Air Force and the 58th Fighter Group to provide close air support for American and Philippine ground forces as well as long range strikes using Republic P-47D Thunderbolt fighter aircraft. (3) Following Mexico's declaration of war on Japan, Germany, and Italy on May 28, 1942, Mexico entered into agreements with the United States to collaborate through the reciprocal use of airfields and facilities and the training of Mexican personnel by the United States Army Air Forces (USAAF). (6) In February 1945, Escuadron 201 and the headquarters of the Mexican Expeditionary Air Force moved to the Philippine Islands and began combat operations with the 58th Fighter Group in Porac, Luzon. (7) Deployed to Okinawa in July 1945, Escuadron 201 provided close in ground support for the U.S. 25th ``Tropic Lightning'' Division and Philippine Army units as well as long- range strikes into Japanese-held territory in Taiwan. (8) Mexico was prepared to send additional squadrons to fight with Allied forces had Japan not offered its unconditional surrender following the attacks on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. (9) Seven Escuadron 201 pilots lost their lives fighting Axis forces. (10) During its 795 combat sorties and 2,000 hours of combat flying, Escuadron 201 exemplified valor and was indispensable to the war effort and an Allied victory. 3. (b) Design and Striking.--For purposes of the presentation referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (referred to in this Act as the ``Secretary'') shall strike a gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions to be determined by the Secretary. (2) Sense of the congress.--It is the sense of the Congress that the Smithsonian Institution should make the gold medal awarded pursuant to this Act available for display elsewhere, particularly at appropriate locations associated with Escuadron 201, and that preference should be given to locations affiliated with the Smithsonian Institution. 4. DUPLICATE MEDALS. Under such regulations as the Secretary may prescribe, the Secretary may strike and sell duplicates in bronze of the gold medal struck under section 3, at a price sufficient to cover the costs of the medals, including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, and overhead expenses. SEC. 5. NATIONAL MEDALS. (b) Numismatic Items.--For purposes of section 5134 of title 31, United States Code, all medals struck under this Act shall be considered to be numismatic items.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Escuadron 201 Congressional Gold Medal Act''. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Escuadron 201, or the 201st Squadron, of the Mexican Expeditionary Air Force fought alongside United States forces in the South Pacific during World War II. (3) Following Mexico's declaration of war on Japan, Germany, and Italy on May 28, 1942, Mexico entered into agreements with the United States to collaborate through the reciprocal use of airfields and facilities and the training of Mexican personnel by the United States Army Air Forces (USAAF). (6) In February 1945, Escuadron 201 and the headquarters of the Mexican Expeditionary Air Force moved to the Philippine Islands and began combat operations with the 58th Fighter Group in Porac, Luzon. (7) Deployed to Okinawa in July 1945, Escuadron 201 provided close in ground support for the U.S. 25th ``Tropic Lightning'' Division and Philippine Army units as well as long- range strikes into Japanese-held territory in Taiwan. (8) Mexico was prepared to send additional squadrons to fight with Allied forces had Japan not offered its unconditional surrender following the attacks on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. (9) Seven Escuadron 201 pilots lost their lives fighting Axis forces. 3. (b) Design and Striking.--For purposes of the presentation referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (referred to in this Act as the ``Secretary'') shall strike a gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions to be determined by the Secretary. (2) Sense of the congress.--It is the sense of the Congress that the Smithsonian Institution should make the gold medal awarded pursuant to this Act available for display elsewhere, particularly at appropriate locations associated with Escuadron 201, and that preference should be given to locations affiliated with the Smithsonian Institution. 4. DUPLICATE MEDALS. SEC. 5. NATIONAL MEDALS. (b) Numismatic Items.--For purposes of section 5134 of title 31, United States Code, all medals struck under this Act shall be considered to be numismatic items.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to the members of Escuadron 201. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Escuadron 201 Congressional Gold Medal Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Escuadron 201, or the 201st Squadron, of the Mexican Expeditionary Air Force fought alongside United States forces in the South Pacific during World War II. (2) Nicknamed the Aztec Eagles, Escuadron 201 integrated with United States forces including the U.S. 5th Air Force and the 58th Fighter Group to provide close air support for American and Philippine ground forces as well as long range strikes using Republic P-47D Thunderbolt fighter aircraft. (3) Following Mexico's declaration of war on Japan, Germany, and Italy on May 28, 1942, Mexico entered into agreements with the United States to collaborate through the reciprocal use of airfields and facilities and the training of Mexican personnel by the United States Army Air Forces (USAAF). (4) With the assistance of USAAF, Mexican Expeditionary Air Force pilots were trained in Guadalajara, Mexico and later moved to USAAF schools in the United States for additional individual and unit training. (5) In July 1944, 36 pilots and 264 support personnel formed Escuadron 201, Mexico's first squadron that would be deployed overseas to fight alongside United States forces. (6) In February 1945, Escuadron 201 and the headquarters of the Mexican Expeditionary Air Force moved to the Philippine Islands and began combat operations with the 58th Fighter Group in Porac, Luzon. (7) Deployed to Okinawa in July 1945, Escuadron 201 provided close in ground support for the U.S. 25th ``Tropic Lightning'' Division and Philippine Army units as well as long- range strikes into Japanese-held territory in Taiwan. (8) Mexico was prepared to send additional squadrons to fight with Allied forces had Japan not offered its unconditional surrender following the attacks on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. (9) Seven Escuadron 201 pilots lost their lives fighting Axis forces. (10) During its 795 combat sorties and 2,000 hours of combat flying, Escuadron 201 exemplified valor and was indispensable to the war effort and an Allied victory. SEC. 3. CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL. (a) Presentation Authorized.--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 Congress, of a single gold medal of appropriate design to the members of Escuadron 201. (b) Design and Striking.--For purposes of the presentation referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (referred to in this Act as the ``Secretary'') shall strike a gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions to be determined by the Secretary. (c) Smithsonian Institution.-- (1) In general.--Following the award of the gold medal in honor of Escuadron 201, the gold medal shall be given to the Smithsonian Institution, where it shall be available for display as appropriate and available for research. (2) Sense of the congress.--It is the sense of the Congress that the Smithsonian Institution should make the gold medal awarded pursuant to this Act available for display elsewhere, particularly at appropriate locations associated with Escuadron 201, and that preference should be given to locations affiliated with the Smithsonian Institution. SEC. 4. DUPLICATE MEDALS. Under such regulations as the Secretary may prescribe, the Secretary may strike and sell duplicates in bronze of the gold medal struck under section 3, at a price sufficient to cover the costs of the medals, including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, and overhead expenses. SEC. 5. NATIONAL MEDALS. (a) National Medals.--The medals struck pursuant to this Act are national medals for purposes of chapter 51 of title 31, United States Code. (b) Numismatic Items.--For purposes of section 5134 of title 31, United States Code, all medals struck under this Act shall be considered to be numismatic items. <all>

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to the members of Escuadron 201. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Escuadron 201 Congressional Gold Medal Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Escuadron 201, or the 201st Squadron, of the Mexican Expeditionary Air Force fought alongside United States forces in the South Pacific during World War II. (2) Nicknamed the Aztec Eagles, Escuadron 201 integrated with United States forces including the U.S. 5th Air Force and the 58th Fighter Group to provide close air support for American and Philippine ground forces as well as long range strikes using Republic P-47D Thunderbolt fighter aircraft. (3) Following Mexico's declaration of war on Japan, Germany, and Italy on May 28, 1942, Mexico entered into agreements with the United States to collaborate through the reciprocal use of airfields and facilities and the training of Mexican personnel by the United States Army Air Forces (USAAF). (4) With the assistance of USAAF, Mexican Expeditionary Air Force pilots were trained in Guadalajara, Mexico and later moved to USAAF schools in the United States for additional individual and unit training. (5) In July 1944, 36 pilots and 264 support personnel formed Escuadron 201, Mexico's first squadron that would be deployed overseas to fight alongside United States forces. (6) In February 1945, Escuadron 201 and the headquarters of the Mexican Expeditionary Air Force moved to the Philippine Islands and began combat operations with the 58th Fighter Group in Porac, Luzon. (7) Deployed to Okinawa in July 1945, Escuadron 201 provided close in ground support for the U.S. 25th ``Tropic Lightning'' Division and Philippine Army units as well as long- range strikes into Japanese-held territory in Taiwan. (8) Mexico was prepared to send additional squadrons to fight with Allied forces had Japan not offered its unconditional surrender following the attacks on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. (9) Seven Escuadron 201 pilots lost their lives fighting Axis forces. (10) During its 795 combat sorties and 2,000 hours of combat flying, Escuadron 201 exemplified valor and was indispensable to the war effort and an Allied victory. SEC. 3. CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL. (a) Presentation Authorized.--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 Congress, of a single gold medal of appropriate design to the members of Escuadron 201. (b) Design and Striking.--For purposes of the presentation referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (referred to in this Act as the ``Secretary'') shall strike a gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions to be determined by the Secretary. (c) Smithsonian Institution.-- (1) In general.--Following the award of the gold medal in honor of Escuadron 201, the gold medal shall be given to the Smithsonian Institution, where it shall be available for display as appropriate and available for research. (2) Sense of the congress.--It is the sense of the Congress that the Smithsonian Institution should make the gold medal awarded pursuant to this Act available for display elsewhere, particularly at appropriate locations associated with Escuadron 201, and that preference should be given to locations affiliated with the Smithsonian Institution. SEC. 4. DUPLICATE MEDALS. Under such regulations as the Secretary may prescribe, the Secretary may strike and sell duplicates in bronze of the gold medal struck under section 3, at a price sufficient to cover the costs of the medals, including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, and overhead expenses. SEC. 5. NATIONAL MEDALS. (a) National Medals.--The medals struck pursuant to this Act are national medals for purposes of chapter 51 of title 31, United States Code. (b) Numismatic Items.--For purposes of section 5134 of title 31, United States Code, all medals struck under this Act shall be considered to be numismatic items. <all>

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to the members of Escuadron 201. 4) With the assistance of USAAF, Mexican Expeditionary Air Force pilots were trained in Guadalajara, Mexico and later moved to USAAF schools in the United States for additional individual and unit training. ( (6) In February 1945, Escuadron 201 and the headquarters of the Mexican Expeditionary Air Force moved to the Philippine Islands and began combat operations with the 58th Fighter Group in Porac, Luzon. ( 8) Mexico was prepared to send additional squadrons to fight with Allied forces had Japan not offered its unconditional surrender following the attacks on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. ( (c) Smithsonian Institution.-- (1) In general.--Following the award of the gold medal in honor of Escuadron 201, the gold medal shall be given to the Smithsonian Institution, where it shall be available for display as appropriate and available for research. ( 2) Sense of the congress.--It is the sense of the Congress that the Smithsonian Institution should make the gold medal awarded pursuant to this Act available for display elsewhere, particularly at appropriate locations associated with Escuadron 201, and that preference should be given to locations affiliated with the Smithsonian Institution.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to the members of Escuadron 201. Congress finds the following: (1) Escuadron 201, or the 201st Squadron, of the Mexican Expeditionary Air Force fought alongside United States forces in the South Pacific during World War II. ( 6) In February 1945, Escuadron 201 and the headquarters of the Mexican Expeditionary Air Force moved to the Philippine Islands and began combat operations with the 58th Fighter Group in Porac, Luzon. ( CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL. ( 2) Sense of the congress.--It is the sense of the Congress that the Smithsonian Institution should make the gold medal awarded pursuant to this Act available for display elsewhere, particularly at appropriate locations associated with Escuadron 201, and that preference should be given to locations affiliated with the Smithsonian Institution.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to the members of Escuadron 201. Congress finds the following: (1) Escuadron 201, or the 201st Squadron, of the Mexican Expeditionary Air Force fought alongside United States forces in the South Pacific during World War II. ( 6) In February 1945, Escuadron 201 and the headquarters of the Mexican Expeditionary Air Force moved to the Philippine Islands and began combat operations with the 58th Fighter Group in Porac, Luzon. ( CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL. ( 2) Sense of the congress.--It is the sense of the Congress that the Smithsonian Institution should make the gold medal awarded pursuant to this Act available for display elsewhere, particularly at appropriate locations associated with Escuadron 201, and that preference should be given to locations affiliated with the Smithsonian Institution.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to the members of Escuadron 201. 4) With the assistance of USAAF, Mexican Expeditionary Air Force pilots were trained in Guadalajara, Mexico and later moved to USAAF schools in the United States for additional individual and unit training. ( (6) In February 1945, Escuadron 201 and the headquarters of the Mexican Expeditionary Air Force moved to the Philippine Islands and began combat operations with the 58th Fighter Group in Porac, Luzon. ( 8) Mexico was prepared to send additional squadrons to fight with Allied forces had Japan not offered its unconditional surrender following the attacks on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. ( (c) Smithsonian Institution.-- (1) In general.--Following the award of the gold medal in honor of Escuadron 201, the gold medal shall be given to the Smithsonian Institution, where it shall be available for display as appropriate and available for research. ( 2) Sense of the congress.--It is the sense of the Congress that the Smithsonian Institution should make the gold medal awarded pursuant to this Act available for display elsewhere, particularly at appropriate locations associated with Escuadron 201, and that preference should be given to locations affiliated with the Smithsonian Institution.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to the members of Escuadron 201. Congress finds the following: (1) Escuadron 201, or the 201st Squadron, of the Mexican Expeditionary Air Force fought alongside United States forces in the South Pacific during World War II. ( 6) In February 1945, Escuadron 201 and the headquarters of the Mexican Expeditionary Air Force moved to the Philippine Islands and began combat operations with the 58th Fighter Group in Porac, Luzon. ( CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL. ( 2) Sense of the congress.--It is the sense of the Congress that the Smithsonian Institution should make the gold medal awarded pursuant to this Act available for display elsewhere, particularly at appropriate locations associated with Escuadron 201, and that preference should be given to locations affiliated with the Smithsonian Institution.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to the members of Escuadron 201. 4) With the assistance of USAAF, Mexican Expeditionary Air Force pilots were trained in Guadalajara, Mexico and later moved to USAAF schools in the United States for additional individual and unit training. ( (6) In February 1945, Escuadron 201 and the headquarters of the Mexican Expeditionary Air Force moved to the Philippine Islands and began combat operations with the 58th Fighter Group in Porac, Luzon. ( 8) Mexico was prepared to send additional squadrons to fight with Allied forces had Japan not offered its unconditional surrender following the attacks on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. ( (c) Smithsonian Institution.-- (1) In general.--Following the award of the gold medal in honor of Escuadron 201, the gold medal shall be given to the Smithsonian Institution, where it shall be available for display as appropriate and available for research. ( 2) Sense of the congress.--It is the sense of the Congress that the Smithsonian Institution should make the gold medal awarded pursuant to this Act available for display elsewhere, particularly at appropriate locations associated with Escuadron 201, and that preference should be given to locations affiliated with the Smithsonian Institution.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to the members of Escuadron 201. Congress finds the following: (1) Escuadron 201, or the 201st Squadron, of the Mexican Expeditionary Air Force fought alongside United States forces in the South Pacific during World War II. ( 6) In February 1945, Escuadron 201 and the headquarters of the Mexican Expeditionary Air Force moved to the Philippine Islands and began combat operations with the 58th Fighter Group in Porac, Luzon. ( CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL. ( 2) Sense of the congress.--It is the sense of the Congress that the Smithsonian Institution should make the gold medal awarded pursuant to this Act available for display elsewhere, particularly at appropriate locations associated with Escuadron 201, and that preference should be given to locations affiliated with the Smithsonian Institution.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to the members of Escuadron 201. 4) With the assistance of USAAF, Mexican Expeditionary Air Force pilots were trained in Guadalajara, Mexico and later moved to USAAF schools in the United States for additional individual and unit training. ( (6) In February 1945, Escuadron 201 and the headquarters of the Mexican Expeditionary Air Force moved to the Philippine Islands and began combat operations with the 58th Fighter Group in Porac, Luzon. ( 8) Mexico was prepared to send additional squadrons to fight with Allied forces had Japan not offered its unconditional surrender following the attacks on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. ( (c) Smithsonian Institution.-- (1) In general.--Following the award of the gold medal in honor of Escuadron 201, the gold medal shall be given to the Smithsonian Institution, where it shall be available for display as appropriate and available for research. ( 2) Sense of the congress.--It is the sense of the Congress that the Smithsonian Institution should make the gold medal awarded pursuant to this Act available for display elsewhere, particularly at appropriate locations associated with Escuadron 201, and that preference should be given to locations affiliated with the Smithsonian Institution.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to the members of Escuadron 201. Congress finds the following: (1) Escuadron 201, or the 201st Squadron, of the Mexican Expeditionary Air Force fought alongside United States forces in the South Pacific during World War II. ( 6) In February 1945, Escuadron 201 and the headquarters of the Mexican Expeditionary Air Force moved to the Philippine Islands and began combat operations with the 58th Fighter Group in Porac, Luzon. ( CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL. ( 2) Sense of the congress.--It is the sense of the Congress that the Smithsonian Institution should make the gold medal awarded pursuant to this Act available for display elsewhere, particularly at appropriate locations associated with Escuadron 201, and that preference should be given to locations affiliated with the Smithsonian Institution.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to the members of Escuadron 201. 4) With the assistance of USAAF, Mexican Expeditionary Air Force pilots were trained in Guadalajara, Mexico and later moved to USAAF schools in the United States for additional individual and unit training. ( (6) In February 1945, Escuadron 201 and the headquarters of the Mexican Expeditionary Air Force moved to the Philippine Islands and began combat operations with the 58th Fighter Group in Porac, Luzon. ( 8) Mexico was prepared to send additional squadrons to fight with Allied forces had Japan not offered its unconditional surrender following the attacks on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. ( (c) Smithsonian Institution.-- (1) In general.--Following the award of the gold medal in honor of Escuadron 201, the gold medal shall be given to the Smithsonian Institution, where it shall be available for display as appropriate and available for research. ( 2) Sense of the congress.--It is the sense of the Congress that the Smithsonian Institution should make the gold medal awarded pursuant to this Act available for display elsewhere, particularly at appropriate locations associated with Escuadron 201, and that preference should be given to locations affiliated with the Smithsonian Institution.

H.R.3201

Transportation and Public Works

Providing Assistance for Vital Enhancements Act or the PAVE Act This bill provides FY2021 supplemental appropriations to the Department of Transportation for providing emergency assistance to states with transportation projects and activities. Funds may be used for certain projects that are otherwise eligible for funding through the Surface Transportation Block Grant program (e.g., construction of highways, bridges, and tunnels and some transit capital projects). Funds may also be used for administrative and operating expenses, including employee salaries. Additionally, the federal share of the funds shall be up to 100% (at the election of the recipient) and shall be available for any nonfederal share of other transportation grants, programs, and projects. The bill designates the funding as emergency spending, which is exempt from discretionary spending limits. Additionally, the amounts provided by the bill are designated as an emergency requirement pursuant to the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2010 (PAYGO) and the Senate PAYGO rule. (This exempts the budget effects from being counted for the purposes of enforcing the PAYGO rules.)

To provide funds to State transportation departments for surface transportation projects. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Assistance for Vital Enhancements Act'' or the ``PAVE Act''. SEC. 2. ASSISTANCE TO STATE TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENTS. (a) Formula Grant Program.--Funds made available under this section shall be-- (1) available for obligation in the same manner as if such funds were apportioned under chapter 1 of title 23, United States Code; (2) apportioned not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act; and (3) distributed to States in the same ratio as the obligation limitation for fiscal year 2020 was distributed among the States in accordance with the formula specified in subparagraphs (A) and (B) of section 120(a)(5) of division H of Public Law 116-94. (b) Eligible Uses of Funds.-- (1) In general.--A State may use the funds provided under subsection (f) for-- (A) activities eligible under section 133 (b) of title 23, United States Code; and (B) administrative and operating expenses, including the salaries of employees (including employees who have been placed on administrative leave) or contractors, information technology, and availability payments. (2) Special rule.--The expenses under paragraph (1)(B) are not required to be included in a transportation improvement plan or statewide transportation improvement plan under sections 134 and 135, of title 23 United States Code. (c) Federal Share.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding section 120 of title 23, United States Code, the Federal share for funds apportioned for fiscal year 2021 under this Act, at the option of the recipient, shall be up to 100 percent. (2) Non-federal share.--Funds provided under this section shall be available for any non-Federal share of project costs required under title 23, United States Code, and for the non- Federal share of grants awarded by the Department of Transportation for Better Utilizing Investments Leveraging Development (BUILD) grants. (d) Prevailing Rate of Wage.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary of Transportation shall require projects funded under this section to comply with of section 113(a) of title 23, United States Code, with respect to all construction work, in the same manner that a recipient of assistance under chapter 1 of such title is required to comply with such subsection for construction work performed on Federal-aid highway projects. (e) Definitions.--For purposes of this Act-- (1) the term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Transportation; and (2) the term ``State'' has the same meaning given such term in section 101(a)(26) of title 23, United States Code. (f) Funding.-- (1) In general.--Out of any funds in the General Fund of the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, there are appropriated to provide emergency assistance to States under this section, $18,000,000,000 for fiscal year 2021, to remain available through fiscal year 2024. (2) Emergency designation.-- (A) In general.--The amounts provided by this section are designated as an emergency requirement pursuant to section 4(g) of the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2010 (2 U.S.C. 933(g)). (B) Emergency requirement.--The amount made available by this subsection is designated by the Congress as being for an emergency requirement pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(i) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 and shall be available only if the President subsequently so designates all such amounts and transmits such designations to the Congress. (C) Designation in senate.--In the Senate, this section is designated as an emergency requirement pursuant to section 4112(a) of H. Con. Res. 71 (115th Congress), the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2018. <all>

PAVE Act

To provide funds to State transportation departments for surface transportation projects.

PAVE Act Providing Assistance for Vital Enhancements Act

Rep. Lamb, Conor

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PA

This bill provides FY2021 supplemental appropriations to the Department of Transportation for providing emergency assistance to states with transportation projects and activities. Funds may be used for certain projects that are otherwise eligible for funding through the Surface Transportation Block Grant program (e.g., construction of highways, bridges, and tunnels and some transit capital projects). Funds may also be used for administrative and operating expenses, including employee salaries. Additionally, the federal share of the funds shall be up to 100% (at the election of the recipient) and shall be available for any nonfederal share of other transportation grants, programs, and projects. The bill designates the funding as emergency spending, which is exempt from discretionary spending limits. Additionally, the amounts provided by the bill are designated as an emergency requirement pursuant to the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2010 (PAYGO) and the Senate PAYGO rule. (This exempts the budget effects from being counted for the purposes of enforcing the PAYGO rules.)

SEC. 2. ASSISTANCE TO STATE TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENTS. (b) Eligible Uses of Funds.-- (1) In general.--A State may use the funds provided under subsection (f) for-- (A) activities eligible under section 133 (b) of title 23, United States Code; and (B) administrative and operating expenses, including the salaries of employees (including employees who have been placed on administrative leave) or contractors, information technology, and availability payments. (2) Special rule.--The expenses under paragraph (1)(B) are not required to be included in a transportation improvement plan or statewide transportation improvement plan under sections 134 and 135, of title 23 United States Code. (c) Federal Share.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding section 120 of title 23, United States Code, the Federal share for funds apportioned for fiscal year 2021 under this Act, at the option of the recipient, shall be up to 100 percent. (2) Non-federal share.--Funds provided under this section shall be available for any non-Federal share of project costs required under title 23, United States Code, and for the non- Federal share of grants awarded by the Department of Transportation for Better Utilizing Investments Leveraging Development (BUILD) grants. (d) Prevailing Rate of Wage.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary of Transportation shall require projects funded under this section to comply with of section 113(a) of title 23, United States Code, with respect to all construction work, in the same manner that a recipient of assistance under chapter 1 of such title is required to comply with such subsection for construction work performed on Federal-aid highway projects. (e) Definitions.--For purposes of this Act-- (1) the term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Transportation; and (2) the term ``State'' has the same meaning given such term in section 101(a)(26) of title 23, United States Code. (f) Funding.-- (1) In general.--Out of any funds in the General Fund of the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, there are appropriated to provide emergency assistance to States under this section, $18,000,000,000 for fiscal year 2021, to remain available through fiscal year 2024. 933(g)). (B) Emergency requirement.--The amount made available by this subsection is designated by the Congress as being for an emergency requirement pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(i) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 and shall be available only if the President subsequently so designates all such amounts and transmits such designations to the Congress. (C) Designation in senate.--In the Senate, this section is designated as an emergency requirement pursuant to section 4112(a) of H. Con. Res.

SEC. 2. ASSISTANCE TO STATE TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENTS. (b) Eligible Uses of Funds.-- (1) In general.--A State may use the funds provided under subsection (f) for-- (A) activities eligible under section 133 (b) of title 23, United States Code; and (B) administrative and operating expenses, including the salaries of employees (including employees who have been placed on administrative leave) or contractors, information technology, and availability payments. (c) Federal Share.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding section 120 of title 23, United States Code, the Federal share for funds apportioned for fiscal year 2021 under this Act, at the option of the recipient, shall be up to 100 percent. (d) Prevailing Rate of Wage.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary of Transportation shall require projects funded under this section to comply with of section 113(a) of title 23, United States Code, with respect to all construction work, in the same manner that a recipient of assistance under chapter 1 of such title is required to comply with such subsection for construction work performed on Federal-aid highway projects. (e) Definitions.--For purposes of this Act-- (1) the term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Transportation; and (2) the term ``State'' has the same meaning given such term in section 101(a)(26) of title 23, United States Code. (f) Funding.-- (1) In general.--Out of any funds in the General Fund of the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, there are appropriated to provide emergency assistance to States under this section, $18,000,000,000 for fiscal year 2021, to remain available through fiscal year 2024. 933(g)). (B) Emergency requirement.--The amount made available by this subsection is designated by the Congress as being for an emergency requirement pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(i) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 and shall be available only if the President subsequently so designates all such amounts and transmits such designations to the Congress. (C) Designation in senate.--In the Senate, this section is designated as an emergency requirement pursuant to section 4112(a) of H. Con. Res.

To provide funds to State transportation departments for surface transportation projects. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Assistance for Vital Enhancements Act'' or the ``PAVE Act''. SEC. 2. ASSISTANCE TO STATE TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENTS. (a) Formula Grant Program.--Funds made available under this section shall be-- (1) available for obligation in the same manner as if such funds were apportioned under chapter 1 of title 23, United States Code; (2) apportioned not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act; and (3) distributed to States in the same ratio as the obligation limitation for fiscal year 2020 was distributed among the States in accordance with the formula specified in subparagraphs (A) and (B) of section 120(a)(5) of division H of Public Law 116-94. (b) Eligible Uses of Funds.-- (1) In general.--A State may use the funds provided under subsection (f) for-- (A) activities eligible under section 133 (b) of title 23, United States Code; and (B) administrative and operating expenses, including the salaries of employees (including employees who have been placed on administrative leave) or contractors, information technology, and availability payments. (2) Special rule.--The expenses under paragraph (1)(B) are not required to be included in a transportation improvement plan or statewide transportation improvement plan under sections 134 and 135, of title 23 United States Code. (c) Federal Share.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding section 120 of title 23, United States Code, the Federal share for funds apportioned for fiscal year 2021 under this Act, at the option of the recipient, shall be up to 100 percent. (2) Non-federal share.--Funds provided under this section shall be available for any non-Federal share of project costs required under title 23, United States Code, and for the non- Federal share of grants awarded by the Department of Transportation for Better Utilizing Investments Leveraging Development (BUILD) grants. (d) Prevailing Rate of Wage.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary of Transportation shall require projects funded under this section to comply with of section 113(a) of title 23, United States Code, with respect to all construction work, in the same manner that a recipient of assistance under chapter 1 of such title is required to comply with such subsection for construction work performed on Federal-aid highway projects. (e) Definitions.--For purposes of this Act-- (1) the term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Transportation; and (2) the term ``State'' has the same meaning given such term in section 101(a)(26) of title 23, United States Code. (f) Funding.-- (1) In general.--Out of any funds in the General Fund of the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, there are appropriated to provide emergency assistance to States under this section, $18,000,000,000 for fiscal year 2021, to remain available through fiscal year 2024. (2) Emergency designation.-- (A) In general.--The amounts provided by this section are designated as an emergency requirement pursuant to section 4(g) of the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2010 (2 U.S.C. 933(g)). (B) Emergency requirement.--The amount made available by this subsection is designated by the Congress as being for an emergency requirement pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(i) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 and shall be available only if the President subsequently so designates all such amounts and transmits such designations to the Congress. (C) Designation in senate.--In the Senate, this section is designated as an emergency requirement pursuant to section 4112(a) of H. Con. Res. 71 (115th Congress), the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2018. <all>

To provide funds to State transportation departments for surface transportation projects. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Assistance for Vital Enhancements Act'' or the ``PAVE Act''. SEC. 2. ASSISTANCE TO STATE TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENTS. (a) Formula Grant Program.--Funds made available under this section shall be-- (1) available for obligation in the same manner as if such funds were apportioned under chapter 1 of title 23, United States Code; (2) apportioned not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act; and (3) distributed to States in the same ratio as the obligation limitation for fiscal year 2020 was distributed among the States in accordance with the formula specified in subparagraphs (A) and (B) of section 120(a)(5) of division H of Public Law 116-94. (b) Eligible Uses of Funds.-- (1) In general.--A State may use the funds provided under subsection (f) for-- (A) activities eligible under section 133 (b) of title 23, United States Code; and (B) administrative and operating expenses, including the salaries of employees (including employees who have been placed on administrative leave) or contractors, information technology, and availability payments. (2) Special rule.--The expenses under paragraph (1)(B) are not required to be included in a transportation improvement plan or statewide transportation improvement plan under sections 134 and 135, of title 23 United States Code. (c) Federal Share.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding section 120 of title 23, United States Code, the Federal share for funds apportioned for fiscal year 2021 under this Act, at the option of the recipient, shall be up to 100 percent. (2) Non-federal share.--Funds provided under this section shall be available for any non-Federal share of project costs required under title 23, United States Code, and for the non- Federal share of grants awarded by the Department of Transportation for Better Utilizing Investments Leveraging Development (BUILD) grants. (d) Prevailing Rate of Wage.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary of Transportation shall require projects funded under this section to comply with of section 113(a) of title 23, United States Code, with respect to all construction work, in the same manner that a recipient of assistance under chapter 1 of such title is required to comply with such subsection for construction work performed on Federal-aid highway projects. (e) Definitions.--For purposes of this Act-- (1) the term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Transportation; and (2) the term ``State'' has the same meaning given such term in section 101(a)(26) of title 23, United States Code. (f) Funding.-- (1) In general.--Out of any funds in the General Fund of the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, there are appropriated to provide emergency assistance to States under this section, $18,000,000,000 for fiscal year 2021, to remain available through fiscal year 2024. (2) Emergency designation.-- (A) In general.--The amounts provided by this section are designated as an emergency requirement pursuant to section 4(g) of the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2010 (2 U.S.C. 933(g)). (B) Emergency requirement.--The amount made available by this subsection is designated by the Congress as being for an emergency requirement pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(i) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 and shall be available only if the President subsequently so designates all such amounts and transmits such designations to the Congress. (C) Designation in senate.--In the Senate, this section is designated as an emergency requirement pursuant to section 4112(a) of H. Con. Res. 71 (115th Congress), the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2018. <all>

To provide funds to State transportation departments for surface transportation projects. b) Eligible Uses of Funds.-- (1) In general.--A State may use the funds provided under subsection (f) for-- (A) activities eligible under section 133 (b) of title 23, United States Code; and (B) administrative and operating expenses, including the salaries of employees (including employees who have been placed on administrative leave) or contractors, information technology, and availability payments. ( (c) Federal Share.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding section 120 of title 23, United States Code, the Federal share for funds apportioned for fiscal year 2021 under this Act, at the option of the recipient, shall be up to 100 percent. ( 2) Non-federal share.--Funds provided under this section shall be available for any non-Federal share of project costs required under title 23, United States Code, and for the non- Federal share of grants awarded by the Department of Transportation for Better Utilizing Investments Leveraging Development (BUILD) grants. ( (2) Emergency designation.-- (A) In general.--The amounts provided by this section are designated as an emergency requirement pursuant to section 4(g) of the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2010 (2 U.S.C. 933(g)). ( C) Designation in senate.--In the Senate, this section is designated as an emergency requirement pursuant to section 4112(a) of H. Con.

To provide funds to State transportation departments for surface transportation projects. 2) Non-federal share.--Funds provided under this section shall be available for any non-Federal share of project costs required under title 23, United States Code, and for the non- Federal share of grants awarded by the Department of Transportation for Better Utilizing Investments Leveraging Development (BUILD) grants. (d) Prevailing Rate of Wage.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary of Transportation shall require projects funded under this section to comply with of section 113(a) of title 23, United States Code, with respect to all construction work, in the same manner that a recipient of assistance under chapter 1 of such title is required to comply with such subsection for construction work performed on Federal-aid highway projects. ( 2) Emergency designation.-- (A) In general.--The amounts provided by this section are designated as an emergency requirement pursuant to section 4(g) of the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2010 (2 U.S.C. 933(g)). (

To provide funds to State transportation departments for surface transportation projects. 2) Non-federal share.--Funds provided under this section shall be available for any non-Federal share of project costs required under title 23, United States Code, and for the non- Federal share of grants awarded by the Department of Transportation for Better Utilizing Investments Leveraging Development (BUILD) grants. (d) Prevailing Rate of Wage.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary of Transportation shall require projects funded under this section to comply with of section 113(a) of title 23, United States Code, with respect to all construction work, in the same manner that a recipient of assistance under chapter 1 of such title is required to comply with such subsection for construction work performed on Federal-aid highway projects. ( 2) Emergency designation.-- (A) In general.--The amounts provided by this section are designated as an emergency requirement pursuant to section 4(g) of the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2010 (2 U.S.C. 933(g)). (

To provide funds to State transportation departments for surface transportation projects. b) Eligible Uses of Funds.-- (1) In general.--A State may use the funds provided under subsection (f) for-- (A) activities eligible under section 133 (b) of title 23, United States Code; and (B) administrative and operating expenses, including the salaries of employees (including employees who have been placed on administrative leave) or contractors, information technology, and availability payments. ( (c) Federal Share.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding section 120 of title 23, United States Code, the Federal share for funds apportioned for fiscal year 2021 under this Act, at the option of the recipient, shall be up to 100 percent. ( 2) Non-federal share.--Funds provided under this section shall be available for any non-Federal share of project costs required under title 23, United States Code, and for the non- Federal share of grants awarded by the Department of Transportation for Better Utilizing Investments Leveraging Development (BUILD) grants. ( (2) Emergency designation.-- (A) In general.--The amounts provided by this section are designated as an emergency requirement pursuant to section 4(g) of the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2010 (2 U.S.C. 933(g)). ( C) Designation in senate.--In the Senate, this section is designated as an emergency requirement pursuant to section 4112(a) of H. Con.

To provide funds to State transportation departments for surface transportation projects. 2) Non-federal share.--Funds provided under this section shall be available for any non-Federal share of project costs required under title 23, United States Code, and for the non- Federal share of grants awarded by the Department of Transportation for Better Utilizing Investments Leveraging Development (BUILD) grants. (d) Prevailing Rate of Wage.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary of Transportation shall require projects funded under this section to comply with of section 113(a) of title 23, United States Code, with respect to all construction work, in the same manner that a recipient of assistance under chapter 1 of such title is required to comply with such subsection for construction work performed on Federal-aid highway projects. ( 2) Emergency designation.-- (A) In general.--The amounts provided by this section are designated as an emergency requirement pursuant to section 4(g) of the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2010 (2 U.S.C. 933(g)). (

To provide funds to State transportation departments for surface transportation projects. b) Eligible Uses of Funds.-- (1) In general.--A State may use the funds provided under subsection (f) for-- (A) activities eligible under section 133 (b) of title 23, United States Code; and (B) administrative and operating expenses, including the salaries of employees (including employees who have been placed on administrative leave) or contractors, information technology, and availability payments. ( (c) Federal Share.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding section 120 of title 23, United States Code, the Federal share for funds apportioned for fiscal year 2021 under this Act, at the option of the recipient, shall be up to 100 percent. ( 2) Non-federal share.--Funds provided under this section shall be available for any non-Federal share of project costs required under title 23, United States Code, and for the non- Federal share of grants awarded by the Department of Transportation for Better Utilizing Investments Leveraging Development (BUILD) grants. ( (2) Emergency designation.-- (A) In general.--The amounts provided by this section are designated as an emergency requirement pursuant to section 4(g) of the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2010 (2 U.S.C. 933(g)). ( C) Designation in senate.--In the Senate, this section is designated as an emergency requirement pursuant to section 4112(a) of H. Con.

To provide funds to State transportation departments for surface transportation projects. 2) Non-federal share.--Funds provided under this section shall be available for any non-Federal share of project costs required under title 23, United States Code, and for the non- Federal share of grants awarded by the Department of Transportation for Better Utilizing Investments Leveraging Development (BUILD) grants. (d) Prevailing Rate of Wage.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary of Transportation shall require projects funded under this section to comply with of section 113(a) of title 23, United States Code, with respect to all construction work, in the same manner that a recipient of assistance under chapter 1 of such title is required to comply with such subsection for construction work performed on Federal-aid highway projects. ( 2) Emergency designation.-- (A) In general.--The amounts provided by this section are designated as an emergency requirement pursuant to section 4(g) of the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2010 (2 U.S.C. 933(g)). (

To provide funds to State transportation departments for surface transportation projects. b) Eligible Uses of Funds.-- (1) In general.--A State may use the funds provided under subsection (f) for-- (A) activities eligible under section 133 (b) of title 23, United States Code; and (B) administrative and operating expenses, including the salaries of employees (including employees who have been placed on administrative leave) or contractors, information technology, and availability payments. ( (c) Federal Share.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding section 120 of title 23, United States Code, the Federal share for funds apportioned for fiscal year 2021 under this Act, at the option of the recipient, shall be up to 100 percent. ( 2) Non-federal share.--Funds provided under this section shall be available for any non-Federal share of project costs required under title 23, United States Code, and for the non- Federal share of grants awarded by the Department of Transportation for Better Utilizing Investments Leveraging Development (BUILD) grants. ( (2) Emergency designation.-- (A) In general.--The amounts provided by this section are designated as an emergency requirement pursuant to section 4(g) of the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2010 (2 U.S.C. 933(g)). ( C) Designation in senate.--In the Senate, this section is designated as an emergency requirement pursuant to section 4112(a) of H. Con.

To provide funds to State transportation departments for surface transportation projects. 2) Non-federal share.--Funds provided under this section shall be available for any non-Federal share of project costs required under title 23, United States Code, and for the non- Federal share of grants awarded by the Department of Transportation for Better Utilizing Investments Leveraging Development (BUILD) grants. (d) Prevailing Rate of Wage.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary of Transportation shall require projects funded under this section to comply with of section 113(a) of title 23, United States Code, with respect to all construction work, in the same manner that a recipient of assistance under chapter 1 of such title is required to comply with such subsection for construction work performed on Federal-aid highway projects. ( 2) Emergency designation.-- (A) In general.--The amounts provided by this section are designated as an emergency requirement pursuant to section 4(g) of the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2010 (2 U.S.C. 933(g)). (

To provide funds to State transportation departments for surface transportation projects. b) Eligible Uses of Funds.-- (1) In general.--A State may use the funds provided under subsection (f) for-- (A) activities eligible under section 133 (b) of title 23, United States Code; and (B) administrative and operating expenses, including the salaries of employees (including employees who have been placed on administrative leave) or contractors, information technology, and availability payments. ( (c) Federal Share.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding section 120 of title 23, United States Code, the Federal share for funds apportioned for fiscal year 2021 under this Act, at the option of the recipient, shall be up to 100 percent. ( 2) Non-federal share.--Funds provided under this section shall be available for any non-Federal share of project costs required under title 23, United States Code, and for the non- Federal share of grants awarded by the Department of Transportation for Better Utilizing Investments Leveraging Development (BUILD) grants. ( (2) Emergency designation.-- (A) In general.--The amounts provided by this section are designated as an emergency requirement pursuant to section 4(g) of the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2010 (2 U.S.C. 933(g)). ( C) Designation in senate.--In the Senate, this section is designated as an emergency requirement pursuant to section 4112(a) of H. Con.

S.1489

Foreign Trade and International Finance

USTR Inspector General Act of 2021 This bill requires the President to appoint an Inspector General of the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR). Among other responsibilities, the Inspector General shall (1) conduct and supervise audits and investigations relating to the programs and operations of the USTR, (2) recommend policies for preventing and detecting fraud and abuse in those programs, and (3) provide a means for keeping the USTR and Congress informed about problems and deficiencies in those programs and operations.

To amend the Inspector General Act of 1978 to establish an Inspector General of the Office of the United States Trade Representative, 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 ``USTR Inspector General Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress makes the following findings: (1) Section 8 of article I of the Constitution of the United States provides that Congress has the sole power to regulate international trade. (2) Congress established the Office of the United States Trade Representative in the Executive Office of the President under section 141 of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2171) with the primary responsibility for developing, and coordinating implementation of, the international trade policy of the United States. (3) The United States Trade Representative has primary responsibility for administering a variety of trade statutes and for monitoring the implementation and enforcement of trade agreements. (4) Section 141(c)(1)(F) of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2171(c)(1)(F)) states that the United States Trade Representative shall ``report directly to the President and the Congress regarding, and be responsible to the President and the Congress for the administration of, trade agreements programs''. SEC. 3. ESTABLISHMENT OF INSPECTOR GENERAL OF THE OFFICE OF THE UNITED STATES TRADE REPRESENTATIVE. (a) Definitions.--Section 12 of the Inspector General Act of 1978 (5 U.S.C. App.) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``or the Director of the National Reconnaissance Office;'' and inserting ``the Director of the National Reconnaissance Office; or the United States Trade Representative;'' and (2) in paragraph (2), by striking ``or the National Reconnaissance Office,'' and inserting ``the National Reconnaissance Office, or the Office of the United States Trade Representative,''. (b) Appointment of Inspector General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the President shall appoint an individual to serve as the Inspector General of the Office for the United States Trade Representative in accordance with section 3(a) of the Inspector General Act of 1978 (5 U.S.C. App.). <all>

USTR Inspector General Act of 2021

A bill to amend the Inspector General Act of 1978 to establish an Inspector General of the Office of the United States Trade Representative, and for other purposes.

USTR Inspector General Act of 2021

Sen. Menendez, Robert

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This bill requires the President to appoint an Inspector General of the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR). Among other responsibilities, the Inspector General shall (1) conduct and supervise audits and investigations relating to the programs and operations of the USTR, (2) recommend policies for preventing and detecting fraud and abuse in those programs, and (3) provide a means for keeping the USTR and Congress informed about problems and deficiencies in those programs and operations.

To amend the Inspector General Act of 1978 to establish an Inspector General of the Office of the United States Trade Representative, 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 ``USTR Inspector General Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress makes the following findings: (1) Section 8 of article I of the Constitution of the United States provides that Congress has the sole power to regulate international trade. (2) Congress established the Office of the United States Trade Representative in the Executive Office of the President under section 141 of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2171) with the primary responsibility for developing, and coordinating implementation of, the international trade policy of the United States. (3) The United States Trade Representative has primary responsibility for administering a variety of trade statutes and for monitoring the implementation and enforcement of trade agreements. (4) Section 141(c)(1)(F) of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2171(c)(1)(F)) states that the United States Trade Representative shall ``report directly to the President and the Congress regarding, and be responsible to the President and the Congress for the administration of, trade agreements programs''. SEC. 3. ESTABLISHMENT OF INSPECTOR GENERAL OF THE OFFICE OF THE UNITED STATES TRADE REPRESENTATIVE. (a) Definitions.--Section 12 of the Inspector General Act of 1978 (5 U.S.C. App.) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``or the Director of the National Reconnaissance Office;'' and inserting ``the Director of the National Reconnaissance Office; or the United States Trade Representative;'' and (2) in paragraph (2), by striking ``or the National Reconnaissance Office,'' and inserting ``the National Reconnaissance Office, or the Office of the United States Trade Representative,''. (b) Appointment of Inspector General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the President shall appoint an individual to serve as the Inspector General of the Office for the United States Trade Representative in accordance with section 3(a) of the Inspector General Act of 1978 (5 U.S.C. App.). <all>

To amend the Inspector General Act of 1978 to establish an Inspector General of the Office of the United States Trade Representative, 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 ``USTR Inspector General Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress makes the following findings: (1) Section 8 of article I of the Constitution of the United States provides that Congress has the sole power to regulate international trade. (2) Congress established the Office of the United States Trade Representative in the Executive Office of the President under section 141 of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2171) with the primary responsibility for developing, and coordinating implementation of, the international trade policy of the United States. (3) The United States Trade Representative has primary responsibility for administering a variety of trade statutes and for monitoring the implementation and enforcement of trade agreements. (4) Section 141(c)(1)(F) of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2171(c)(1)(F)) states that the United States Trade Representative shall ``report directly to the President and the Congress regarding, and be responsible to the President and the Congress for the administration of, trade agreements programs''. SEC. 3. ESTABLISHMENT OF INSPECTOR GENERAL OF THE OFFICE OF THE UNITED STATES TRADE REPRESENTATIVE. (a) Definitions.--Section 12 of the Inspector General Act of 1978 (5 U.S.C. App.) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``or the Director of the National Reconnaissance Office;'' and inserting ``the Director of the National Reconnaissance Office; or the United States Trade Representative;'' and (2) in paragraph (2), by striking ``or the National Reconnaissance Office,'' and inserting ``the National Reconnaissance Office, or the Office of the United States Trade Representative,''. (b) Appointment of Inspector General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the President shall appoint an individual to serve as the Inspector General of the Office for the United States Trade Representative in accordance with section 3(a) of the Inspector General Act of 1978 (5 U.S.C. App.). <all>

To amend the Inspector General Act of 1978 to establish an Inspector General of the Office of the United States Trade Representative, 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 ``USTR Inspector General Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress makes the following findings: (1) Section 8 of article I of the Constitution of the United States provides that Congress has the sole power to regulate international trade. (2) Congress established the Office of the United States Trade Representative in the Executive Office of the President under section 141 of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2171) with the primary responsibility for developing, and coordinating implementation of, the international trade policy of the United States. (3) The United States Trade Representative has primary responsibility for administering a variety of trade statutes and for monitoring the implementation and enforcement of trade agreements. (4) Section 141(c)(1)(F) of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2171(c)(1)(F)) states that the United States Trade Representative shall ``report directly to the President and the Congress regarding, and be responsible to the President and the Congress for the administration of, trade agreements programs''. SEC. 3. ESTABLISHMENT OF INSPECTOR GENERAL OF THE OFFICE OF THE UNITED STATES TRADE REPRESENTATIVE. (a) Definitions.--Section 12 of the Inspector General Act of 1978 (5 U.S.C. App.) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``or the Director of the National Reconnaissance Office;'' and inserting ``the Director of the National Reconnaissance Office; or the United States Trade Representative;'' and (2) in paragraph (2), by striking ``or the National Reconnaissance Office,'' and inserting ``the National Reconnaissance Office, or the Office of the United States Trade Representative,''. (b) Appointment of Inspector General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the President shall appoint an individual to serve as the Inspector General of the Office for the United States Trade Representative in accordance with section 3(a) of the Inspector General Act of 1978 (5 U.S.C. App.). <all>

To amend the Inspector General Act of 1978 to establish an Inspector General of the Office of the United States Trade Representative, 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 ``USTR Inspector General Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress makes the following findings: (1) Section 8 of article I of the Constitution of the United States provides that Congress has the sole power to regulate international trade. (2) Congress established the Office of the United States Trade Representative in the Executive Office of the President under section 141 of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2171) with the primary responsibility for developing, and coordinating implementation of, the international trade policy of the United States. (3) The United States Trade Representative has primary responsibility for administering a variety of trade statutes and for monitoring the implementation and enforcement of trade agreements. (4) Section 141(c)(1)(F) of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2171(c)(1)(F)) states that the United States Trade Representative shall ``report directly to the President and the Congress regarding, and be responsible to the President and the Congress for the administration of, trade agreements programs''. SEC. 3. ESTABLISHMENT OF INSPECTOR GENERAL OF THE OFFICE OF THE UNITED STATES TRADE REPRESENTATIVE. (a) Definitions.--Section 12 of the Inspector General Act of 1978 (5 U.S.C. App.) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``or the Director of the National Reconnaissance Office;'' and inserting ``the Director of the National Reconnaissance Office; or the United States Trade Representative;'' and (2) in paragraph (2), by striking ``or the National Reconnaissance Office,'' and inserting ``the National Reconnaissance Office, or the Office of the United States Trade Representative,''. (b) Appointment of Inspector General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the President shall appoint an individual to serve as the Inspector General of the Office for the United States Trade Representative in accordance with section 3(a) of the Inspector General Act of 1978 (5 U.S.C. App.). <all>

To amend the Inspector General Act of 1978 to establish an Inspector General of the Office of the United States Trade Representative, and for other purposes. 2) Congress established the Office of the United States Trade Representative in the Executive Office of the President under section 141 of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2171) with the primary responsibility for developing, and coordinating implementation of, the international trade policy of the United States. ( (a) Definitions.--Section 12 of the Inspector General Act of 1978 (5 U.S.C. App.) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``or the Director of the National Reconnaissance Office;'' and inserting ``the Director of the National Reconnaissance Office; or the United States Trade Representative;'' and (2) in paragraph (2), by striking ``or the National Reconnaissance Office,'' and inserting ``the National Reconnaissance Office, or the Office of the United States Trade Representative,''. (

To amend the Inspector General Act of 1978 to establish an Inspector General of the Office of the United States Trade Representative, and for other purposes. 2) Congress established the Office of the United States Trade Representative in the Executive Office of the President under section 141 of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2171) with the primary responsibility for developing, and coordinating implementation of, the international trade policy of the United States. ( 3) The United States Trade Representative has primary responsibility for administering a variety of trade statutes and for monitoring the implementation and enforcement of trade agreements. (

To amend the Inspector General Act of 1978 to establish an Inspector General of the Office of the United States Trade Representative, and for other purposes. 2) Congress established the Office of the United States Trade Representative in the Executive Office of the President under section 141 of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2171) with the primary responsibility for developing, and coordinating implementation of, the international trade policy of the United States. ( 3) The United States Trade Representative has primary responsibility for administering a variety of trade statutes and for monitoring the implementation and enforcement of trade agreements. (

To amend the Inspector General Act of 1978 to establish an Inspector General of the Office of the United States Trade Representative, and for other purposes. 2) Congress established the Office of the United States Trade Representative in the Executive Office of the President under section 141 of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2171) with the primary responsibility for developing, and coordinating implementation of, the international trade policy of the United States. ( (a) Definitions.--Section 12 of the Inspector General Act of 1978 (5 U.S.C. App.) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``or the Director of the National Reconnaissance Office;'' and inserting ``the Director of the National Reconnaissance Office; or the United States Trade Representative;'' and (2) in paragraph (2), by striking ``or the National Reconnaissance Office,'' and inserting ``the National Reconnaissance Office, or the Office of the United States Trade Representative,''. (

To amend the Inspector General Act of 1978 to establish an Inspector General of the Office of the United States Trade Representative, and for other purposes. 2) Congress established the Office of the United States Trade Representative in the Executive Office of the President under section 141 of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2171) with the primary responsibility for developing, and coordinating implementation of, the international trade policy of the United States. ( 3) The United States Trade Representative has primary responsibility for administering a variety of trade statutes and for monitoring the implementation and enforcement of trade agreements. (

To amend the Inspector General Act of 1978 to establish an Inspector General of the Office of the United States Trade Representative, and for other purposes. 2) Congress established the Office of the United States Trade Representative in the Executive Office of the President under section 141 of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2171) with the primary responsibility for developing, and coordinating implementation of, the international trade policy of the United States. ( (a) Definitions.--Section 12 of the Inspector General Act of 1978 (5 U.S.C. App.) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``or the Director of the National Reconnaissance Office;'' and inserting ``the Director of the National Reconnaissance Office; or the United States Trade Representative;'' and (2) in paragraph (2), by striking ``or the National Reconnaissance Office,'' and inserting ``the National Reconnaissance Office, or the Office of the United States Trade Representative,''. (

To amend the Inspector General Act of 1978 to establish an Inspector General of the Office of the United States Trade Representative, and for other purposes. 2) Congress established the Office of the United States Trade Representative in the Executive Office of the President under section 141 of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2171) with the primary responsibility for developing, and coordinating implementation of, the international trade policy of the United States. ( 3) The United States Trade Representative has primary responsibility for administering a variety of trade statutes and for monitoring the implementation and enforcement of trade agreements. (

To amend the Inspector General Act of 1978 to establish an Inspector General of the Office of the United States Trade Representative, and for other purposes. 2) Congress established the Office of the United States Trade Representative in the Executive Office of the President under section 141 of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2171) with the primary responsibility for developing, and coordinating implementation of, the international trade policy of the United States. ( (a) Definitions.--Section 12 of the Inspector General Act of 1978 (5 U.S.C. App.) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``or the Director of the National Reconnaissance Office;'' and inserting ``the Director of the National Reconnaissance Office; or the United States Trade Representative;'' and (2) in paragraph (2), by striking ``or the National Reconnaissance Office,'' and inserting ``the National Reconnaissance Office, or the Office of the United States Trade Representative,''. (

To amend the Inspector General Act of 1978 to establish an Inspector General of the Office of the United States Trade Representative, and for other purposes. 2) Congress established the Office of the United States Trade Representative in the Executive Office of the President under section 141 of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2171) with the primary responsibility for developing, and coordinating implementation of, the international trade policy of the United States. ( 3) The United States Trade Representative has primary responsibility for administering a variety of trade statutes and for monitoring the implementation and enforcement of trade agreements. (

To amend the Inspector General Act of 1978 to establish an Inspector General of the Office of the United States Trade Representative, and for other purposes. 2) Congress established the Office of the United States Trade Representative in the Executive Office of the President under section 141 of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2171) with the primary responsibility for developing, and coordinating implementation of, the international trade policy of the United States. ( (a) Definitions.--Section 12 of the Inspector General Act of 1978 (5 U.S.C. App.) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``or the Director of the National Reconnaissance Office;'' and inserting ``the Director of the National Reconnaissance Office; or the United States Trade Representative;'' and (2) in paragraph (2), by striking ``or the National Reconnaissance Office,'' and inserting ``the National Reconnaissance Office, or the Office of the United States Trade Representative,''. (

S.2795

Immigration

Alternatives to Detention Act of 2021 This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to establish programs that are alternatives to detention for immigration enforcement and addresses related issues. Such programs must be available regardless of whether an alien is subject to a removal order or whether a charge of removability is pending, but shall not be available to certain aliens, such as those subject to mandatory detention. DHS or an immigration judge must determine, within 72 hours of an individual being taken into custody for immigration enforcement, the appropriate level of supervision for the individual and whether the individual may participate in such an alternative program. For a member of a vulnerable population (such as a victim of trafficking) or a caregiver (such as a parent of a minor), there must be a presumption that such an individual must be placed in a community-based supervision program. DHS must restore the Family Case Management Program as an alternative to detention. This program must provide community supervision and community support services through a contract with a nongovernmental organization. DHS must establish a Coordinator of Alternatives to Detention position. The Government Accountability Office must report on the use and effectiveness of the programs established under this bill.

To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to use alternatives to detention for certain vulnerable immigrant populations, 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 ``Alternatives to Detention Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Dependent caregiver.--The term ``dependent caregiver'' means an individual who lives with, and provides more than \1/ 2\ of the financial support required by, a family member who is-- (A) younger than 18 years of age; or (B) unable to engage in substantial employment due to a physical or mental health condition or disability. (2) Executive departments.--The term ``executive departments'' means the Federal Departments listed under section 101 of title 5, United States Code. (3) Family caregiver.--The term ``family caregiver'' means an individual who lives with, and provides more than \1/2\ of the personal care required by, a family member who is-- (A) younger than 18 years of age; or (B) unable to engage in substantial employment due to a physical or mental health condition or disability. (4) Family member.--The term ``family member'', with respect to an individual receiving personal care services or financial support, means an individual who is-- (A) a parent or legal guardian; (B) a spouse; (C) a child; (D) a step-family member; or (E) an extended family member. (5) Immigration laws.--The term ``immigration laws'' has the meaning given such term in section 101(a)(17) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(17)). (6) Legal guardian.--The term ``legal guardian'' means a legal guardian, as defined under State law or under the law of a foreign country. (7) Member of a vulnerable population.--The term ``member of a vulnerable population'' means an individual who-- (A) is an asylum seeker or is otherwise seeking lawful status; (B) is a victim of torture or trafficking; (C) has special religious, cultural, or spiritual considerations; (D) is pregnant or nursing; (E) is younger than 21 years of age; (F) is older than 60 years of age; (G) identifies as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, or intersex; (H) is a victim or a witness of a crime; (I) has a mental disorder or physical disability; or (J) is experiencing severe trauma or is a survivor of torture or gender-based violence, as determined by an immigration judge or the Secretary based on information obtained-- (i) by the attorney or legal services provider of the individual during the intake process; or (ii) through credible reporting by the individual. (8) Parent.--The term ``parent'' means a biological or adoptive parent of a child, whose parental rights have not been relinquished or terminated under State law or the law of a foreign country. (9) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Homeland Security. SEC. 3. ALTERNATIVES TO DETENTION UNDER THE IMMIGRATION LAWS. (a) Establishment.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall establish programs to provide alternatives to detention under the immigration laws. (2) Availability.--The programs required under paragraph (1) shall be available to an alien regardless of whether-- (A) a decision on a charge of removability with respect to the alien is pending; or (B) the alien is subject to an order of removal. (3) Continuum of supervision.--The programs required under paragraph (1) shall provide for a continuum of supervision mechanisms and options, including community-based supervision and community support. (4) Contracts with nongovernmental organizations.--The Secretary may contract with one or more nongovernmental organizations to provide services under this subsection and subsection (b). (b) Restoration of the Family Case Management Program.--Not later than 7 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall fully restore the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Family Case Management Program, as constituted on January 21, 2016, which shall-- (1) provide community supervision and community support services, including case management services, appearance services, and screening of aliens who have been detained; and (2) be carried out through a contract with a nongovernmental organization that has demonstrated expertise in providing such supervision and support services. (c) Determination of Vulnerable Population or Caregiver Status Required.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraphs (2) and (3), not later than 72 hours after taking an individual into custody under the immigration laws, the Secretary, the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, an immigration officer, or an immigration judge shall make an individualized determination with respect to-- (A) whether the individual may participate in an alternatives to detention program, including the Family Case Management Program described in subsection (b); and (B) the appropriate level of supervision for such individual. (2) Presumption for placement in alternatives to detention program.-- (A) In general.--There shall be a presumption for placement in an alternatives to detention program that is a community-based supervision program for any alien who is-- (i) taken into the physical custody of the Department of Homeland Security; and (ii) a member of a vulnerable population, a parent of a child who is younger than 18 years of age, a dependent caregiver, or a family caregiver. (B) Exception.--The presumption described in subparagraph (A) shall not apply if the Secretary, the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, an immigration officer, or an immigration judge specifically determines that the alien is a threat to himself or herself or to the public. (3) Exceptions.--Alternatives to detention programs shall not be available to any individual-- (A) who is detained pursuant to section 236A of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1226a); or (B) for whom release on bond or recognizance is determined to be a sufficient measure to ensure appearances at immigration proceedings and public safety. (d) Coordinator of Alternatives to Detention.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall-- (A) establish within the Department of Homeland Security the position of Coordinator of Alternatives to Detention (referred to in this subsection as the ``Coordinator''), who shall report directly to the Secretary; and (B) appoint the Coordinator. (2) Resources.--The Secretary shall make available to the Coordinator such personnel, funds, and other resources as may be appropriate to enable the Coordinator to carry out the mission described in paragraph (3)(A). (3) Mission and duties.-- (A) Mission.--The mission of the Coordinator shall be to coordinate, in collaboration with the executive departments, the use of alternatives to detention programs. (B) Duties of coordinator.-- (i) In general.--The Coordinator shall-- (I) serve as the primary point of contact within the executive branch for Congress, State and local governments, the private sector, and community leaders with respect to the alternatives to detention programs; and (II) in coordination with the executive departments, with respect to Congress, State and local governments, the private sector, and community leaders, manage information flow about, requests for actions relating to, and discussions on, such programs. (ii) Reports required.-- (I) Monthly reports.--Not later than 30 days after the date on which the Coordinator is appointed, and every 30 days thereafter, the Coordinator shall submit a report to Congress that includes, for the reporting period-- (aa) the number of individuals detained under the immigration laws-- (AA) pending a decision on whether the individual is to be removed; and (BB) after the issuance of a removal order; (bb) an assessment whether any individual described in item (aa) is subject to the special rule under subsection (c)(2)(B); and (cc) the number of individuals participating in an alternatives to detention program established under subsection (a), disaggregated by the level of supervision of such individuals. (II) Annual reports.--Not later than 1 year after the date on which the Coordinator is appointed, and annually thereafter, the Coordinator shall submit a report to Congress that includes-- (aa) guidance and requirements for referral and placement decisions in alternatives to detention programs; (bb) information on enrollment in alternatives to detention programs, disaggregated by field office; (cc) information on the length of enrollment in alternatives to detention programs, disaggregated by type of alternative to detention program; and (dd) information on the population enrolled in alternatives to detention programs, disaggregated by type of alternative to detention program and point of apprehension. (C) Duties of executive departments.--The heads of the executive departments shall-- (i) respond promptly to any request by the Coordinator; (ii) consistent with applicable law, provide such information as the Coordinator considers necessary to carry out the mission of the Coordinator; and (iii) otherwise cooperate with the Coordinator to the maximum extent practicable to facilitate the performance of the mission described in subparagraph (A). (e) GAO Study and Report.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall-- (1) conduct a study on the use and effectiveness of the alternatives to detention programs established pursuant to subsection (a); and (2) not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, submit a report to Congress that contains the results of the study conducted pursuant to paragraph (1). SEC. 4. SAVINGS PROVISIONS. (a) Federal Law.--Nothing in this Act may be construed to supersede or modify-- (1) the William Wilberforce Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2008 (8 U.S.C. 1232 et seq.); (2) 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''); (3) the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 101 et seq.); or (4) any applicable Federal child welfare law, including the Adoption and Safe Families Act of 1997 (Public Law 105-89). (b) State Law.--Nothing in this Act may be construed to supersede or modify any applicable State child welfare law. <all>

Alternatives to Detention Act of 2021

A bill to require the Secretary of Homeland Security to use alternatives to detention for certain vulnerable immigrant populations, and for other purposes.

Alternatives to Detention Act of 2021

Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine

D

NV

This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to establish programs that are alternatives to detention for immigration enforcement and addresses related issues. Such programs must be available regardless of whether an alien is subject to a removal order or whether a charge of removability is pending, but shall not be available to certain aliens, such as those subject to mandatory detention. DHS or an immigration judge must determine, within 72 hours of an individual being taken into custody for immigration enforcement, the appropriate level of supervision for the individual and whether the individual may participate in such an alternative program. For a member of a vulnerable population (such as a victim of trafficking) or a caregiver (such as a parent of a minor), there must be a presumption that such an individual must be placed in a community-based supervision program. DHS must restore the Family Case Management Program as an alternative to detention. This program must provide community supervision and community support services through a contract with a nongovernmental organization. DHS must establish a Coordinator of Alternatives to Detention position. The Government Accountability Office must report on the use and effectiveness of the programs established under this bill.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Alternatives to Detention Act of 2021''. 2. DEFINITIONS. (4) Family member.--The term ``family member'', with respect to an individual receiving personal care services or financial support, means an individual who is-- (A) a parent or legal guardian; (B) a spouse; (C) a child; (D) a step-family member; or (E) an extended family member. 1101(a)(17)). (9) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Homeland Security. 3. ALTERNATIVES TO DETENTION UNDER THE IMMIGRATION LAWS. (3) Continuum of supervision.--The programs required under paragraph (1) shall provide for a continuum of supervision mechanisms and options, including community-based supervision and community support. (4) Contracts with nongovernmental organizations.--The Secretary may contract with one or more nongovernmental organizations to provide services under this subsection and subsection (b). (2) Presumption for placement in alternatives to detention program.-- (A) In general.--There shall be a presumption for placement in an alternatives to detention program that is a community-based supervision program for any alien who is-- (i) taken into the physical custody of the Department of Homeland Security; and (ii) a member of a vulnerable population, a parent of a child who is younger than 18 years of age, a dependent caregiver, or a family caregiver. 1226a); or (B) for whom release on bond or recognizance is determined to be a sufficient measure to ensure appearances at immigration proceedings and public safety. (ii) Reports required.-- (I) Monthly reports.--Not later than 30 days after the date on which the Coordinator is appointed, and every 30 days thereafter, the Coordinator shall submit a report to Congress that includes, for the reporting period-- (aa) the number of individuals detained under the immigration laws-- (AA) pending a decision on whether the individual is to be removed; and (BB) after the issuance of a removal order; (bb) an assessment whether any individual described in item (aa) is subject to the special rule under subsection (c)(2)(B); and (cc) the number of individuals participating in an alternatives to detention program established under subsection (a), disaggregated by the level of supervision of such individuals. (C) Duties of executive departments.--The heads of the executive departments shall-- (i) respond promptly to any request by the Coordinator; (ii) consistent with applicable law, provide such information as the Coordinator considers necessary to carry out the mission of the Coordinator; and (iii) otherwise cooperate with the Coordinator to the maximum extent practicable to facilitate the performance of the mission described in subparagraph (A). SEC. SAVINGS PROVISIONS. (a) Federal Law.--Nothing in this Act may be construed to supersede or modify-- (1) the William Wilberforce Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2008 (8 U.S.C. 101 et seq.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. This Act may be cited as the ``Alternatives to Detention Act of 2021''. 2. (4) Family member.--The term ``family member'', with respect to an individual receiving personal care services or financial support, means an individual who is-- (A) a parent or legal guardian; (B) a spouse; (C) a child; (D) a step-family member; or (E) an extended family member. 1101(a)(17)). (9) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Homeland Security. 3. ALTERNATIVES TO DETENTION UNDER THE IMMIGRATION LAWS. (3) Continuum of supervision.--The programs required under paragraph (1) shall provide for a continuum of supervision mechanisms and options, including community-based supervision and community support. (4) Contracts with nongovernmental organizations.--The Secretary may contract with one or more nongovernmental organizations to provide services under this subsection and subsection (b). (2) Presumption for placement in alternatives to detention program.-- (A) In general.--There shall be a presumption for placement in an alternatives to detention program that is a community-based supervision program for any alien who is-- (i) taken into the physical custody of the Department of Homeland Security; and (ii) a member of a vulnerable population, a parent of a child who is younger than 18 years of age, a dependent caregiver, or a family caregiver. (C) Duties of executive departments.--The heads of the executive departments shall-- (i) respond promptly to any request by the Coordinator; (ii) consistent with applicable law, provide such information as the Coordinator considers necessary to carry out the mission of the Coordinator; and (iii) otherwise cooperate with the Coordinator to the maximum extent practicable to facilitate the performance of the mission described in subparagraph (A). SEC. 101 et seq.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Alternatives to Detention Act of 2021''. 2. DEFINITIONS. (3) Family caregiver.--The term ``family caregiver'' means an individual who lives with, and provides more than \1/2\ of the personal care required by, a family member who is-- (A) younger than 18 years of age; or (B) unable to engage in substantial employment due to a physical or mental health condition or disability. (4) Family member.--The term ``family member'', with respect to an individual receiving personal care services or financial support, means an individual who is-- (A) a parent or legal guardian; (B) a spouse; (C) a child; (D) a step-family member; or (E) an extended family member. 1101(a)(17)). (9) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Homeland Security. 3. ALTERNATIVES TO DETENTION UNDER THE IMMIGRATION LAWS. (3) Continuum of supervision.--The programs required under paragraph (1) shall provide for a continuum of supervision mechanisms and options, including community-based supervision and community support. (4) Contracts with nongovernmental organizations.--The Secretary may contract with one or more nongovernmental organizations to provide services under this subsection and subsection (b). (2) Presumption for placement in alternatives to detention program.-- (A) In general.--There shall be a presumption for placement in an alternatives to detention program that is a community-based supervision program for any alien who is-- (i) taken into the physical custody of the Department of Homeland Security; and (ii) a member of a vulnerable population, a parent of a child who is younger than 18 years of age, a dependent caregiver, or a family caregiver. (B) Exception.--The presumption described in subparagraph (A) shall not apply if the Secretary, the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, an immigration officer, or an immigration judge specifically determines that the alien is a threat to himself or herself or to the public. 1226a); or (B) for whom release on bond or recognizance is determined to be a sufficient measure to ensure appearances at immigration proceedings and public safety. (ii) Reports required.-- (I) Monthly reports.--Not later than 30 days after the date on which the Coordinator is appointed, and every 30 days thereafter, the Coordinator shall submit a report to Congress that includes, for the reporting period-- (aa) the number of individuals detained under the immigration laws-- (AA) pending a decision on whether the individual is to be removed; and (BB) after the issuance of a removal order; (bb) an assessment whether any individual described in item (aa) is subject to the special rule under subsection (c)(2)(B); and (cc) the number of individuals participating in an alternatives to detention program established under subsection (a), disaggregated by the level of supervision of such individuals. (C) Duties of executive departments.--The heads of the executive departments shall-- (i) respond promptly to any request by the Coordinator; (ii) consistent with applicable law, provide such information as the Coordinator considers necessary to carry out the mission of the Coordinator; and (iii) otherwise cooperate with the Coordinator to the maximum extent practicable to facilitate the performance of the mission described in subparagraph (A). (e) GAO Study and Report.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall-- (1) conduct a study on the use and effectiveness of the alternatives to detention programs established pursuant to subsection (a); and (2) not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, submit a report to Congress that contains the results of the study conducted pursuant to paragraph (1). SEC. SAVINGS PROVISIONS. (a) Federal Law.--Nothing in this Act may be construed to supersede or modify-- (1) the William Wilberforce Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2008 (8 U.S.C. ); (2) 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''); (3) the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 101 et seq.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Alternatives to Detention Act of 2021''. 2. DEFINITIONS. (3) Family caregiver.--The term ``family caregiver'' means an individual who lives with, and provides more than \1/2\ of the personal care required by, a family member who is-- (A) younger than 18 years of age; or (B) unable to engage in substantial employment due to a physical or mental health condition or disability. (4) Family member.--The term ``family member'', with respect to an individual receiving personal care services or financial support, means an individual who is-- (A) a parent or legal guardian; (B) a spouse; (C) a child; (D) a step-family member; or (E) an extended family member. 1101(a)(17)). (8) Parent.--The term ``parent'' means a biological or adoptive parent of a child, whose parental rights have not been relinquished or terminated under State law or the law of a foreign country. (9) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Homeland Security. 3. ALTERNATIVES TO DETENTION UNDER THE IMMIGRATION LAWS. (3) Continuum of supervision.--The programs required under paragraph (1) shall provide for a continuum of supervision mechanisms and options, including community-based supervision and community support. (4) Contracts with nongovernmental organizations.--The Secretary may contract with one or more nongovernmental organizations to provide services under this subsection and subsection (b). (b) Restoration of the Family Case Management Program.--Not later than 7 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall fully restore the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Family Case Management Program, as constituted on January 21, 2016, which shall-- (1) provide community supervision and community support services, including case management services, appearance services, and screening of aliens who have been detained; and (2) be carried out through a contract with a nongovernmental organization that has demonstrated expertise in providing such supervision and support services. (2) Presumption for placement in alternatives to detention program.-- (A) In general.--There shall be a presumption for placement in an alternatives to detention program that is a community-based supervision program for any alien who is-- (i) taken into the physical custody of the Department of Homeland Security; and (ii) a member of a vulnerable population, a parent of a child who is younger than 18 years of age, a dependent caregiver, or a family caregiver. (B) Exception.--The presumption described in subparagraph (A) shall not apply if the Secretary, the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, an immigration officer, or an immigration judge specifically determines that the alien is a threat to himself or herself or to the public. 1226a); or (B) for whom release on bond or recognizance is determined to be a sufficient measure to ensure appearances at immigration proceedings and public safety. (2) Resources.--The Secretary shall make available to the Coordinator such personnel, funds, and other resources as may be appropriate to enable the Coordinator to carry out the mission described in paragraph (3)(A). (B) Duties of coordinator.-- (i) In general.--The Coordinator shall-- (I) serve as the primary point of contact within the executive branch for Congress, State and local governments, the private sector, and community leaders with respect to the alternatives to detention programs; and (II) in coordination with the executive departments, with respect to Congress, State and local governments, the private sector, and community leaders, manage information flow about, requests for actions relating to, and discussions on, such programs. (ii) Reports required.-- (I) Monthly reports.--Not later than 30 days after the date on which the Coordinator is appointed, and every 30 days thereafter, the Coordinator shall submit a report to Congress that includes, for the reporting period-- (aa) the number of individuals detained under the immigration laws-- (AA) pending a decision on whether the individual is to be removed; and (BB) after the issuance of a removal order; (bb) an assessment whether any individual described in item (aa) is subject to the special rule under subsection (c)(2)(B); and (cc) the number of individuals participating in an alternatives to detention program established under subsection (a), disaggregated by the level of supervision of such individuals. (C) Duties of executive departments.--The heads of the executive departments shall-- (i) respond promptly to any request by the Coordinator; (ii) consistent with applicable law, provide such information as the Coordinator considers necessary to carry out the mission of the Coordinator; and (iii) otherwise cooperate with the Coordinator to the maximum extent practicable to facilitate the performance of the mission described in subparagraph (A). (e) GAO Study and Report.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall-- (1) conduct a study on the use and effectiveness of the alternatives to detention programs established pursuant to subsection (a); and (2) not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, submit a report to Congress that contains the results of the study conducted pursuant to paragraph (1). SEC. SAVINGS PROVISIONS. (a) Federal Law.--Nothing in this Act may be construed to supersede or modify-- (1) the William Wilberforce Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2008 (8 U.S.C. ); (2) 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''); (3) the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 101 et seq.

To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to use alternatives to detention for certain vulnerable immigrant populations, and for other purposes. In this Act: (1) Dependent caregiver.--The term ``dependent caregiver'' means an individual who lives with, and provides more than \1/ 2\ of the financial support required by, a family member who is-- (A) younger than 18 years of age; or (B) unable to engage in substantial employment due to a physical or mental health condition or disability. ( (5) Immigration laws.--The term ``immigration laws'' has the meaning given such term in section 101(a)(17) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(17)). ( 8) Parent.--The term ``parent'' means a biological or adoptive parent of a child, whose parental rights have not been relinquished or terminated under State law or the law of a foreign country. ( ALTERNATIVES TO DETENTION UNDER THE IMMIGRATION LAWS. ( 4) Contracts with nongovernmental organizations.--The Secretary may contract with one or more nongovernmental organizations to provide services under this subsection and subsection (b). ( 2) Presumption for placement in alternatives to detention program.-- (A) In general.--There shall be a presumption for placement in an alternatives to detention program that is a community-based supervision program for any alien who is-- (i) taken into the physical custody of the Department of Homeland Security; and (ii) a member of a vulnerable population, a parent of a child who is younger than 18 years of age, a dependent caregiver, or a family caregiver. ( B) Exception.--The presumption described in subparagraph (A) shall not apply if the Secretary, the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, an immigration officer, or an immigration judge specifically determines that the alien is a threat to himself or herself or to the public. ( 1226a); or (B) for whom release on bond or recognizance is determined to be a sufficient measure to ensure appearances at immigration proceedings and public safety. ( 2) Resources.--The Secretary shall make available to the Coordinator such personnel, funds, and other resources as may be appropriate to enable the Coordinator to carry out the mission described in paragraph (3)(A). ( (C) Duties of executive departments.--The heads of the executive departments shall-- (i) respond promptly to any request by the Coordinator; (ii) consistent with applicable law, provide such information as the Coordinator considers necessary to carry out the mission of the Coordinator; and (iii) otherwise cooperate with the Coordinator to the maximum extent practicable to facilitate the performance of the mission described in subparagraph (A). ( a) Federal Law.--Nothing in this Act may be construed to supersede or modify-- (1) the William Wilberforce Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2008 (8 U.S.C. 1232 et seq. ); ( (b) State Law.--Nothing in this Act may be construed to supersede or modify any applicable State child welfare law.

To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to use alternatives to detention for certain vulnerable immigrant populations, and for other purposes. 3) Family caregiver.--The term ``family caregiver'' means an individual who lives with, and provides more than \1/2\ of the personal care required by, a family member who is-- (A) younger than 18 years of age; or (B) unable to engage in substantial employment due to a physical or mental health condition or disability. ( 8) Parent.--The term ``parent'' means a biological or adoptive parent of a child, whose parental rights have not been relinquished or terminated under State law or the law of a foreign country. ( 4) Contracts with nongovernmental organizations.--The Secretary may contract with one or more nongovernmental organizations to provide services under this subsection and subsection (b). 2) Presumption for placement in alternatives to detention program.-- (A) In general.--There shall be a presumption for placement in an alternatives to detention program that is a community-based supervision program for any alien who is-- (i) taken into the physical custody of the Department of Homeland Security; and (ii) a member of a vulnerable population, a parent of a child who is younger than 18 years of age, a dependent caregiver, or a family caregiver. ( B) Exception.--The presumption described in subparagraph (A) shall not apply if the Secretary, the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, an immigration officer, or an immigration judge specifically determines that the alien is a threat to himself or herself or to the public. ( (d) Coordinator of Alternatives to Detention.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall-- (A) establish within the Department of Homeland Security the position of Coordinator of Alternatives to Detention (referred to in this subsection as the ``Coordinator''), who shall report directly to the Secretary; and (B) appoint the Coordinator. ( 3) Mission and duties.-- (A) Mission.--The mission of the Coordinator shall be to coordinate, in collaboration with the executive departments, the use of alternatives to detention programs. ( C) Duties of executive departments.--The heads of the executive departments shall-- (i) respond promptly to any request by the Coordinator; (ii) consistent with applicable law, provide such information as the Coordinator considers necessary to carry out the mission of the Coordinator; and (iii) otherwise cooperate with the Coordinator to the maximum extent practicable to facilitate the performance of the mission described in subparagraph (A). ( a) Federal Law.--Nothing in this Act may be construed to supersede or modify-- (1) the William Wilberforce Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2008 (8 U.S.C. 1232 et seq. ); (

To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to use alternatives to detention for certain vulnerable immigrant populations, and for other purposes. 3) Family caregiver.--The term ``family caregiver'' means an individual who lives with, and provides more than \1/2\ of the personal care required by, a family member who is-- (A) younger than 18 years of age; or (B) unable to engage in substantial employment due to a physical or mental health condition or disability. ( 8) Parent.--The term ``parent'' means a biological or adoptive parent of a child, whose parental rights have not been relinquished or terminated under State law or the law of a foreign country. ( 4) Contracts with nongovernmental organizations.--The Secretary may contract with one or more nongovernmental organizations to provide services under this subsection and subsection (b). 2) Presumption for placement in alternatives to detention program.-- (A) In general.--There shall be a presumption for placement in an alternatives to detention program that is a community-based supervision program for any alien who is-- (i) taken into the physical custody of the Department of Homeland Security; and (ii) a member of a vulnerable population, a parent of a child who is younger than 18 years of age, a dependent caregiver, or a family caregiver. ( B) Exception.--The presumption described in subparagraph (A) shall not apply if the Secretary, the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, an immigration officer, or an immigration judge specifically determines that the alien is a threat to himself or herself or to the public. ( (d) Coordinator of Alternatives to Detention.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall-- (A) establish within the Department of Homeland Security the position of Coordinator of Alternatives to Detention (referred to in this subsection as the ``Coordinator''), who shall report directly to the Secretary; and (B) appoint the Coordinator. ( 3) Mission and duties.-- (A) Mission.--The mission of the Coordinator shall be to coordinate, in collaboration with the executive departments, the use of alternatives to detention programs. ( C) Duties of executive departments.--The heads of the executive departments shall-- (i) respond promptly to any request by the Coordinator; (ii) consistent with applicable law, provide such information as the Coordinator considers necessary to carry out the mission of the Coordinator; and (iii) otherwise cooperate with the Coordinator to the maximum extent practicable to facilitate the performance of the mission described in subparagraph (A). ( a) Federal Law.--Nothing in this Act may be construed to supersede or modify-- (1) the William Wilberforce Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2008 (8 U.S.C. 1232 et seq. ); (

To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to use alternatives to detention for certain vulnerable immigrant populations, and for other purposes. In this Act: (1) Dependent caregiver.--The term ``dependent caregiver'' means an individual who lives with, and provides more than \1/ 2\ of the financial support required by, a family member who is-- (A) younger than 18 years of age; or (B) unable to engage in substantial employment due to a physical or mental health condition or disability. ( (5) Immigration laws.--The term ``immigration laws'' has the meaning given such term in section 101(a)(17) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(17)). ( 8) Parent.--The term ``parent'' means a biological or adoptive parent of a child, whose parental rights have not been relinquished or terminated under State law or the law of a foreign country. ( ALTERNATIVES TO DETENTION UNDER THE IMMIGRATION LAWS. ( 4) Contracts with nongovernmental organizations.--The Secretary may contract with one or more nongovernmental organizations to provide services under this subsection and subsection (b). ( 2) Presumption for placement in alternatives to detention program.-- (A) In general.--There shall be a presumption for placement in an alternatives to detention program that is a community-based supervision program for any alien who is-- (i) taken into the physical custody of the Department of Homeland Security; and (ii) a member of a vulnerable population, a parent of a child who is younger than 18 years of age, a dependent caregiver, or a family caregiver. ( B) Exception.--The presumption described in subparagraph (A) shall not apply if the Secretary, the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, an immigration officer, or an immigration judge specifically determines that the alien is a threat to himself or herself or to the public. ( 1226a); or (B) for whom release on bond or recognizance is determined to be a sufficient measure to ensure appearances at immigration proceedings and public safety. ( 2) Resources.--The Secretary shall make available to the Coordinator such personnel, funds, and other resources as may be appropriate to enable the Coordinator to carry out the mission described in paragraph (3)(A). ( (C) Duties of executive departments.--The heads of the executive departments shall-- (i) respond promptly to any request by the Coordinator; (ii) consistent with applicable law, provide such information as the Coordinator considers necessary to carry out the mission of the Coordinator; and (iii) otherwise cooperate with the Coordinator to the maximum extent practicable to facilitate the performance of the mission described in subparagraph (A). ( a) Federal Law.--Nothing in this Act may be construed to supersede or modify-- (1) the William Wilberforce Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2008 (8 U.S.C. 1232 et seq. ); ( (b) State Law.--Nothing in this Act may be construed to supersede or modify any applicable State child welfare law.

To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to use alternatives to detention for certain vulnerable immigrant populations, and for other purposes. 3) Family caregiver.--The term ``family caregiver'' means an individual who lives with, and provides more than \1/2\ of the personal care required by, a family member who is-- (A) younger than 18 years of age; or (B) unable to engage in substantial employment due to a physical or mental health condition or disability. ( 8) Parent.--The term ``parent'' means a biological or adoptive parent of a child, whose parental rights have not been relinquished or terminated under State law or the law of a foreign country. ( 4) Contracts with nongovernmental organizations.--The Secretary may contract with one or more nongovernmental organizations to provide services under this subsection and subsection (b). 2) Presumption for placement in alternatives to detention program.-- (A) In general.--There shall be a presumption for placement in an alternatives to detention program that is a community-based supervision program for any alien who is-- (i) taken into the physical custody of the Department of Homeland Security; and (ii) a member of a vulnerable population, a parent of a child who is younger than 18 years of age, a dependent caregiver, or a family caregiver. ( B) Exception.--The presumption described in subparagraph (A) shall not apply if the Secretary, the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, an immigration officer, or an immigration judge specifically determines that the alien is a threat to himself or herself or to the public. ( (d) Coordinator of Alternatives to Detention.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall-- (A) establish within the Department of Homeland Security the position of Coordinator of Alternatives to Detention (referred to in this subsection as the ``Coordinator''), who shall report directly to the Secretary; and (B) appoint the Coordinator. ( 3) Mission and duties.-- (A) Mission.--The mission of the Coordinator shall be to coordinate, in collaboration with the executive departments, the use of alternatives to detention programs. ( C) Duties of executive departments.--The heads of the executive departments shall-- (i) respond promptly to any request by the Coordinator; (ii) consistent with applicable law, provide such information as the Coordinator considers necessary to carry out the mission of the Coordinator; and (iii) otherwise cooperate with the Coordinator to the maximum extent practicable to facilitate the performance of the mission described in subparagraph (A). ( a) Federal Law.--Nothing in this Act may be construed to supersede or modify-- (1) the William Wilberforce Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2008 (8 U.S.C. 1232 et seq. ); (

To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to use alternatives to detention for certain vulnerable immigrant populations, and for other purposes. In this Act: (1) Dependent caregiver.--The term ``dependent caregiver'' means an individual who lives with, and provides more than \1/ 2\ of the financial support required by, a family member who is-- (A) younger than 18 years of age; or (B) unable to engage in substantial employment due to a physical or mental health condition or disability. ( (5) Immigration laws.--The term ``immigration laws'' has the meaning given such term in section 101(a)(17) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(17)). ( 8) Parent.--The term ``parent'' means a biological or adoptive parent of a child, whose parental rights have not been relinquished or terminated under State law or the law of a foreign country. ( ALTERNATIVES TO DETENTION UNDER THE IMMIGRATION LAWS. ( 4) Contracts with nongovernmental organizations.--The Secretary may contract with one or more nongovernmental organizations to provide services under this subsection and subsection (b). ( 2) Presumption for placement in alternatives to detention program.-- (A) In general.--There shall be a presumption for placement in an alternatives to detention program that is a community-based supervision program for any alien who is-- (i) taken into the physical custody of the Department of Homeland Security; and (ii) a member of a vulnerable population, a parent of a child who is younger than 18 years of age, a dependent caregiver, or a family caregiver. ( B) Exception.--The presumption described in subparagraph (A) shall not apply if the Secretary, the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, an immigration officer, or an immigration judge specifically determines that the alien is a threat to himself or herself or to the public. ( 1226a); or (B) for whom release on bond or recognizance is determined to be a sufficient measure to ensure appearances at immigration proceedings and public safety. ( 2) Resources.--The Secretary shall make available to the Coordinator such personnel, funds, and other resources as may be appropriate to enable the Coordinator to carry out the mission described in paragraph (3)(A). ( (C) Duties of executive departments.--The heads of the executive departments shall-- (i) respond promptly to any request by the Coordinator; (ii) consistent with applicable law, provide such information as the Coordinator considers necessary to carry out the mission of the Coordinator; and (iii) otherwise cooperate with the Coordinator to the maximum extent practicable to facilitate the performance of the mission described in subparagraph (A). ( a) Federal Law.--Nothing in this Act may be construed to supersede or modify-- (1) the William Wilberforce Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2008 (8 U.S.C. 1232 et seq. ); ( (b) State Law.--Nothing in this Act may be construed to supersede or modify any applicable State child welfare law.

To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to use alternatives to detention for certain vulnerable immigrant populations, and for other purposes. 3) Family caregiver.--The term ``family caregiver'' means an individual who lives with, and provides more than \1/2\ of the personal care required by, a family member who is-- (A) younger than 18 years of age; or (B) unable to engage in substantial employment due to a physical or mental health condition or disability. ( 8) Parent.--The term ``parent'' means a biological or adoptive parent of a child, whose parental rights have not been relinquished or terminated under State law or the law of a foreign country. ( 4) Contracts with nongovernmental organizations.--The Secretary may contract with one or more nongovernmental organizations to provide services under this subsection and subsection (b). 2) Presumption for placement in alternatives to detention program.-- (A) In general.--There shall be a presumption for placement in an alternatives to detention program that is a community-based supervision program for any alien who is-- (i) taken into the physical custody of the Department of Homeland Security; and (ii) a member of a vulnerable population, a parent of a child who is younger than 18 years of age, a dependent caregiver, or a family caregiver. ( B) Exception.--The presumption described in subparagraph (A) shall not apply if the Secretary, the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, an immigration officer, or an immigration judge specifically determines that the alien is a threat to himself or herself or to the public. ( (d) Coordinator of Alternatives to Detention.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall-- (A) establish within the Department of Homeland Security the position of Coordinator of Alternatives to Detention (referred to in this subsection as the ``Coordinator''), who shall report directly to the Secretary; and (B) appoint the Coordinator. ( 3) Mission and duties.-- (A) Mission.--The mission of the Coordinator shall be to coordinate, in collaboration with the executive departments, the use of alternatives to detention programs. ( C) Duties of executive departments.--The heads of the executive departments shall-- (i) respond promptly to any request by the Coordinator; (ii) consistent with applicable law, provide such information as the Coordinator considers necessary to carry out the mission of the Coordinator; and (iii) otherwise cooperate with the Coordinator to the maximum extent practicable to facilitate the performance of the mission described in subparagraph (A). ( a) Federal Law.--Nothing in this Act may be construed to supersede or modify-- (1) the William Wilberforce Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2008 (8 U.S.C. 1232 et seq. ); (

To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to use alternatives to detention for certain vulnerable immigrant populations, and for other purposes. In this Act: (1) Dependent caregiver.--The term ``dependent caregiver'' means an individual who lives with, and provides more than \1/ 2\ of the financial support required by, a family member who is-- (A) younger than 18 years of age; or (B) unable to engage in substantial employment due to a physical or mental health condition or disability. ( (5) Immigration laws.--The term ``immigration laws'' has the meaning given such term in section 101(a)(17) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(17)). ( 8) Parent.--The term ``parent'' means a biological or adoptive parent of a child, whose parental rights have not been relinquished or terminated under State law or the law of a foreign country. ( ALTERNATIVES TO DETENTION UNDER THE IMMIGRATION LAWS. ( 4) Contracts with nongovernmental organizations.--The Secretary may contract with one or more nongovernmental organizations to provide services under this subsection and subsection (b). ( 2) Presumption for placement in alternatives to detention program.-- (A) In general.--There shall be a presumption for placement in an alternatives to detention program that is a community-based supervision program for any alien who is-- (i) taken into the physical custody of the Department of Homeland Security; and (ii) a member of a vulnerable population, a parent of a child who is younger than 18 years of age, a dependent caregiver, or a family caregiver. ( B) Exception.--The presumption described in subparagraph (A) shall not apply if the Secretary, the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, an immigration officer, or an immigration judge specifically determines that the alien is a threat to himself or herself or to the public. ( 1226a); or (B) for whom release on bond or recognizance is determined to be a sufficient measure to ensure appearances at immigration proceedings and public safety. ( 2) Resources.--The Secretary shall make available to the Coordinator such personnel, funds, and other resources as may be appropriate to enable the Coordinator to carry out the mission described in paragraph (3)(A). ( (C) Duties of executive departments.--The heads of the executive departments shall-- (i) respond promptly to any request by the Coordinator; (ii) consistent with applicable law, provide such information as the Coordinator considers necessary to carry out the mission of the Coordinator; and (iii) otherwise cooperate with the Coordinator to the maximum extent practicable to facilitate the performance of the mission described in subparagraph (A). ( a) Federal Law.--Nothing in this Act may be construed to supersede or modify-- (1) the William Wilberforce Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2008 (8 U.S.C. 1232 et seq. ); ( (b) State Law.--Nothing in this Act may be construed to supersede or modify any applicable State child welfare law.

To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to use alternatives to detention for certain vulnerable immigrant populations, and for other purposes. d) Coordinator of Alternatives to Detention.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall-- (A) establish within the Department of Homeland Security the position of Coordinator of Alternatives to Detention (referred to in this subsection as the ``Coordinator''), who shall report directly to the Secretary; and (B) appoint the Coordinator. ( ( C) Duties of executive departments.--The heads of the executive departments shall-- (i) respond promptly to any request by the Coordinator; (ii) consistent with applicable law, provide such information as the Coordinator considers necessary to carry out the mission of the Coordinator; and (iii) otherwise cooperate with the Coordinator to the maximum extent practicable to facilitate the performance of the mission described in subparagraph (A). ( a) Federal Law.--Nothing in this Act may be construed to supersede or modify-- (1) the William Wilberforce Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2008 (8 U.S.C. 1232 et seq. ); (

To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to use alternatives to detention for certain vulnerable immigrant populations, and for other purposes. 5) Immigration laws.--The term ``immigration laws'' has the meaning given such term in section 101(a)(17) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(17)). ( ( 2) Presumption for placement in alternatives to detention program.-- (A) In general.--There shall be a presumption for placement in an alternatives to detention program that is a community-based supervision program for any alien who is-- (i) taken into the physical custody of the Department of Homeland Security; and (ii) a member of a vulnerable population, a parent of a child who is younger than 18 years of age, a dependent caregiver, or a family caregiver. ( (C) Duties of executive departments.--The heads of the executive departments shall-- (i) respond promptly to any request by the Coordinator; (ii) consistent with applicable law, provide such information as the Coordinator considers necessary to carry out the mission of the Coordinator; and (iii) otherwise cooperate with the Coordinator to the maximum extent practicable to facilitate the performance of the mission described in subparagraph (A). ( a) Federal Law.--Nothing in this Act may be construed to supersede or modify-- (1) the William Wilberforce Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2008 (8 U.S.C. 1232 et seq. ); ( ( b) State Law.--Nothing in this Act may be construed to supersede or modify any applicable State child welfare law.

H.R.7357

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Response from Executive Agencies to Congress on Time Act or the REACT Act This bill requires federal agencies to provide certain information at the request of additional congressional committees and specifies that agencies must respond to such requests within 45 days. Under current law, agencies must supply information requested by the Committee on Government Operations of the House of Representatives (or any seven of its members) or the Committee on Government Affairs of the Senate (or any five of its members), provided that the requested information relates to matters within the committees' respective jurisdictions. This bill also requires agencies to supply information requested by authorizing committees or permanent select committees.

To amend title 5, United States Code, to require an executive agency to submit information to any committee of the House of Representatives upon the request of 7 of the members of the committee, and to submit information to any committee of the Senate upon the request of 5 of the members of the committee, if the information relates to any matter under the jurisdiction of the committee, 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 ``Response from Executive Agencies to Congress on Time Act'' or the ``REACT Act''. SEC. 2. REQUIRING SUBMISSION OF INFORMATION TO COMMITTEES UPON REQUEST OF MINIMUM NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS. (a) Submission of Information.--Section 2954 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by striking ``agency, on request'' and all that follows through ``shall submit'' and inserting the following: ``agency, on request of any authorizing committee or permanent select committee of the House of Representatives or of any 7 members thereof, or on request of any authorizing or permanent select committee of the Senate or of any 5 members thereof, shall submit''. (b) Deadline for Submission; Enforcement.--Section 2954 of such title is amended-- (1) by striking ``An Executive'' and inserting ``(a) Submission of Information.--An Executive''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(b) Deadline.--An Executive agency shall submit the information requested by a committee under subsection (a) not later than 45 days after the committee requests the information, or not later than such alternative deadline as the committee may specify in its request. ``(c) Enforcement.--A committee, or any 7 members thereof (in the case of a committee of the House of Representatives) or any 5 members thereof (in the case of a committee of the Senate), which is aggrieved by a violation of this section by an Executive agency may file an action in the appropriate district court of the United States for such injunctive and declaratory relief as may be appropriate.''. (c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply with respect to requests made on or after the date of the enactment of this Act. <all>

REACT Act

To amend title 5, United States Code, to require an executive agency to submit information to any committee of the House of Representatives upon the request of 7 of the members of the committee, and to submit information to any committee of the Senate upon the request of 5 of the members of the committee, if the information relates to any matter under the jurisdiction of the committee, and for other purposes.

REACT Act Response from Executive Agencies to Congress on Time Act

Rep. Burgess, Michael C.

R

TX

This bill requires federal agencies to provide certain information at the request of additional congressional committees and specifies that agencies must respond to such requests within 45 days. Under current law, agencies must supply information requested by the Committee on Government Operations of the House of Representatives (or any seven of its members) or the Committee on Government Affairs of the Senate (or any five of its members), provided that the requested information relates to matters within the committees' respective jurisdictions. This bill also requires agencies to supply information requested by authorizing committees or permanent select committees.

To amend title 5, United States Code, to require an executive agency to submit information to any committee of the House of Representatives upon the request of 7 of the members of the committee, and to submit information to any committee of the Senate upon the request of 5 of the members of the committee, if the information relates to any matter under the jurisdiction of the committee, 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 ``Response from Executive Agencies to Congress on Time Act'' or the ``REACT Act''. SEC. 2. REQUIRING SUBMISSION OF INFORMATION TO COMMITTEES UPON REQUEST OF MINIMUM NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS. (a) Submission of Information.--Section 2954 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by striking ``agency, on request'' and all that follows through ``shall submit'' and inserting the following: ``agency, on request of any authorizing committee or permanent select committee of the House of Representatives or of any 7 members thereof, or on request of any authorizing or permanent select committee of the Senate or of any 5 members thereof, shall submit''. (b) Deadline for Submission; Enforcement.--Section 2954 of such title is amended-- (1) by striking ``An Executive'' and inserting ``(a) Submission of Information.--An Executive''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(b) Deadline.--An Executive agency shall submit the information requested by a committee under subsection (a) not later than 45 days after the committee requests the information, or not later than such alternative deadline as the committee may specify in its request. ``(c) Enforcement.--A committee, or any 7 members thereof (in the case of a committee of the House of Representatives) or any 5 members thereof (in the case of a committee of the Senate), which is aggrieved by a violation of this section by an Executive agency may file an action in the appropriate district court of the United States for such injunctive and declaratory relief as may be appropriate.''. (c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply with respect to requests made on or after the date of the enactment of this Act. <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 ``Response from Executive Agencies to Congress on Time Act'' or the ``REACT Act''. SEC. 2. REQUIRING SUBMISSION OF INFORMATION TO COMMITTEES UPON REQUEST OF MINIMUM NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS. (a) Submission of Information.--Section 2954 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by striking ``agency, on request'' and all that follows through ``shall submit'' and inserting the following: ``agency, on request of any authorizing committee or permanent select committee of the House of Representatives or of any 7 members thereof, or on request of any authorizing or permanent select committee of the Senate or of any 5 members thereof, shall submit''. (b) Deadline for Submission; Enforcement.--Section 2954 of such title is amended-- (1) by striking ``An Executive'' and inserting ``(a) Submission of Information.--An Executive''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(b) Deadline.--An Executive agency shall submit the information requested by a committee under subsection (a) not later than 45 days after the committee requests the information, or not later than such alternative deadline as the committee may specify in its request. ``(c) Enforcement.--A committee, or any 7 members thereof (in the case of a committee of the House of Representatives) or any 5 members thereof (in the case of a committee of the Senate), which is aggrieved by a violation of this section by an Executive agency may file an action in the appropriate district court of the United States for such injunctive and declaratory relief as may be appropriate.''. (c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply with respect to requests made on or after the date of the enactment of this Act.

To amend title 5, United States Code, to require an executive agency to submit information to any committee of the House of Representatives upon the request of 7 of the members of the committee, and to submit information to any committee of the Senate upon the request of 5 of the members of the committee, if the information relates to any matter under the jurisdiction of the committee, 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 ``Response from Executive Agencies to Congress on Time Act'' or the ``REACT Act''. SEC. 2. REQUIRING SUBMISSION OF INFORMATION TO COMMITTEES UPON REQUEST OF MINIMUM NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS. (a) Submission of Information.--Section 2954 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by striking ``agency, on request'' and all that follows through ``shall submit'' and inserting the following: ``agency, on request of any authorizing committee or permanent select committee of the House of Representatives or of any 7 members thereof, or on request of any authorizing or permanent select committee of the Senate or of any 5 members thereof, shall submit''. (b) Deadline for Submission; Enforcement.--Section 2954 of such title is amended-- (1) by striking ``An Executive'' and inserting ``(a) Submission of Information.--An Executive''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(b) Deadline.--An Executive agency shall submit the information requested by a committee under subsection (a) not later than 45 days after the committee requests the information, or not later than such alternative deadline as the committee may specify in its request. ``(c) Enforcement.--A committee, or any 7 members thereof (in the case of a committee of the House of Representatives) or any 5 members thereof (in the case of a committee of the Senate), which is aggrieved by a violation of this section by an Executive agency may file an action in the appropriate district court of the United States for such injunctive and declaratory relief as may be appropriate.''. (c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply with respect to requests made on or after the date of the enactment of this Act. <all>

To amend title 5, United States Code, to require an executive agency to submit information to any committee of the House of Representatives upon the request of 7 of the members of the committee, and to submit information to any committee of the Senate upon the request of 5 of the members of the committee, if the information relates to any matter under the jurisdiction of the committee, 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 ``Response from Executive Agencies to Congress on Time Act'' or the ``REACT Act''. SEC. 2. REQUIRING SUBMISSION OF INFORMATION TO COMMITTEES UPON REQUEST OF MINIMUM NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS. (a) Submission of Information.--Section 2954 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by striking ``agency, on request'' and all that follows through ``shall submit'' and inserting the following: ``agency, on request of any authorizing committee or permanent select committee of the House of Representatives or of any 7 members thereof, or on request of any authorizing or permanent select committee of the Senate or of any 5 members thereof, shall submit''. (b) Deadline for Submission; Enforcement.--Section 2954 of such title is amended-- (1) by striking ``An Executive'' and inserting ``(a) Submission of Information.--An Executive''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(b) Deadline.--An Executive agency shall submit the information requested by a committee under subsection (a) not later than 45 days after the committee requests the information, or not later than such alternative deadline as the committee may specify in its request. ``(c) Enforcement.--A committee, or any 7 members thereof (in the case of a committee of the House of Representatives) or any 5 members thereof (in the case of a committee of the Senate), which is aggrieved by a violation of this section by an Executive agency may file an action in the appropriate district court of the United States for such injunctive and declaratory relief as may be appropriate.''. (c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply with respect to requests made on or after the date of the enactment of this Act. <all>

To amend title 5, United States Code, to require an executive agency to submit information to any committee of the House of Representatives upon the request of 7 of the members of the committee, and to submit information to any committee of the Senate upon the request of 5 of the members of the committee, if the information relates to any matter under the jurisdiction of the committee, and for other purposes. a) Submission of Information.--Section 2954 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by striking ``agency, on request'' and all that follows through ``shall submit'' and inserting the following: ``agency, on request of any authorizing committee or permanent select committee of the House of Representatives or of any 7 members thereof, or on request of any authorizing or permanent select committee of the Senate or of any 5 members thereof, shall submit''. (b) Deadline for Submission; Enforcement.--Section 2954 of such title is amended-- (1) by striking ``An Executive'' and inserting ``(a) Submission of Information.--An Executive''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(b) Deadline.--An Executive agency shall submit the information requested by a committee under subsection (a) not later than 45 days after the committee requests the information, or not later than such alternative deadline as the committee may specify in its request. ``(c) Enforcement.--A committee, or any 7 members thereof (in the case of a committee of the House of Representatives) or any 5 members thereof (in the case of a committee of the Senate), which is aggrieved by a violation of this section by an Executive agency may file an action in the appropriate district court of the United States for such injunctive and declaratory relief as may be appropriate.''. (

To amend title 5, United States Code, to require an executive agency to submit information to any committee of the House of Representatives upon the request of 7 of the members of the committee, and to submit information to any committee of the Senate upon the request of 5 of the members of the committee, if the information relates to any matter under the jurisdiction of the committee, and for other purposes. a) Submission of Information.--Section 2954 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by striking ``agency, on request'' and all that follows through ``shall submit'' and inserting the following: ``agency, on request of any authorizing committee or permanent select committee of the House of Representatives or of any 7 members thereof, or on request of any authorizing or permanent select committee of the Senate or of any 5 members thereof, shall submit''. ( (c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply with respect to requests made on or after the date of the enactment of this Act.

To amend title 5, United States Code, to require an executive agency to submit information to any committee of the House of Representatives upon the request of 7 of the members of the committee, and to submit information to any committee of the Senate upon the request of 5 of the members of the committee, if the information relates to any matter under the jurisdiction of the committee, and for other purposes. a) Submission of Information.--Section 2954 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by striking ``agency, on request'' and all that follows through ``shall submit'' and inserting the following: ``agency, on request of any authorizing committee or permanent select committee of the House of Representatives or of any 7 members thereof, or on request of any authorizing or permanent select committee of the Senate or of any 5 members thereof, shall submit''. ( (c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply with respect to requests made on or after the date of the enactment of this Act.

To amend title 5, United States Code, to require an executive agency to submit information to any committee of the House of Representatives upon the request of 7 of the members of the committee, and to submit information to any committee of the Senate upon the request of 5 of the members of the committee, if the information relates to any matter under the jurisdiction of the committee, and for other purposes. a) Submission of Information.--Section 2954 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by striking ``agency, on request'' and all that follows through ``shall submit'' and inserting the following: ``agency, on request of any authorizing committee or permanent select committee of the House of Representatives or of any 7 members thereof, or on request of any authorizing or permanent select committee of the Senate or of any 5 members thereof, shall submit''. (b) Deadline for Submission; Enforcement.--Section 2954 of such title is amended-- (1) by striking ``An Executive'' and inserting ``(a) Submission of Information.--An Executive''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(b) Deadline.--An Executive agency shall submit the information requested by a committee under subsection (a) not later than 45 days after the committee requests the information, or not later than such alternative deadline as the committee may specify in its request. ``(c) Enforcement.--A committee, or any 7 members thereof (in the case of a committee of the House of Representatives) or any 5 members thereof (in the case of a committee of the Senate), which is aggrieved by a violation of this section by an Executive agency may file an action in the appropriate district court of the United States for such injunctive and declaratory relief as may be appropriate.''. (

To amend title 5, United States Code, to require an executive agency to submit information to any committee of the House of Representatives upon the request of 7 of the members of the committee, and to submit information to any committee of the Senate upon the request of 5 of the members of the committee, if the information relates to any matter under the jurisdiction of the committee, and for other purposes. a) Submission of Information.--Section 2954 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by striking ``agency, on request'' and all that follows through ``shall submit'' and inserting the following: ``agency, on request of any authorizing committee or permanent select committee of the House of Representatives or of any 7 members thereof, or on request of any authorizing or permanent select committee of the Senate or of any 5 members thereof, shall submit''. ( (c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply with respect to requests made on or after the date of the enactment of this Act.

To amend title 5, United States Code, to require an executive agency to submit information to any committee of the House of Representatives upon the request of 7 of the members of the committee, and to submit information to any committee of the Senate upon the request of 5 of the members of the committee, if the information relates to any matter under the jurisdiction of the committee, and for other purposes. a) Submission of Information.--Section 2954 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by striking ``agency, on request'' and all that follows through ``shall submit'' and inserting the following: ``agency, on request of any authorizing committee or permanent select committee of the House of Representatives or of any 7 members thereof, or on request of any authorizing or permanent select committee of the Senate or of any 5 members thereof, shall submit''. (b) Deadline for Submission; Enforcement.--Section 2954 of such title is amended-- (1) by striking ``An Executive'' and inserting ``(a) Submission of Information.--An Executive''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(b) Deadline.--An Executive agency shall submit the information requested by a committee under subsection (a) not later than 45 days after the committee requests the information, or not later than such alternative deadline as the committee may specify in its request. ``(c) Enforcement.--A committee, or any 7 members thereof (in the case of a committee of the House of Representatives) or any 5 members thereof (in the case of a committee of the Senate), which is aggrieved by a violation of this section by an Executive agency may file an action in the appropriate district court of the United States for such injunctive and declaratory relief as may be appropriate.''. (

To amend title 5, United States Code, to require an executive agency to submit information to any committee of the House of Representatives upon the request of 7 of the members of the committee, and to submit information to any committee of the Senate upon the request of 5 of the members of the committee, if the information relates to any matter under the jurisdiction of the committee, and for other purposes. a) Submission of Information.--Section 2954 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by striking ``agency, on request'' and all that follows through ``shall submit'' and inserting the following: ``agency, on request of any authorizing committee or permanent select committee of the House of Representatives or of any 7 members thereof, or on request of any authorizing or permanent select committee of the Senate or of any 5 members thereof, shall submit''. ( (c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply with respect to requests made on or after the date of the enactment of this Act.

To amend title 5, United States Code, to require an executive agency to submit information to any committee of the House of Representatives upon the request of 7 of the members of the committee, and to submit information to any committee of the Senate upon the request of 5 of the members of the committee, if the information relates to any matter under the jurisdiction of the committee, and for other purposes. a) Submission of Information.--Section 2954 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by striking ``agency, on request'' and all that follows through ``shall submit'' and inserting the following: ``agency, on request of any authorizing committee or permanent select committee of the House of Representatives or of any 7 members thereof, or on request of any authorizing or permanent select committee of the Senate or of any 5 members thereof, shall submit''. (b) Deadline for Submission; Enforcement.--Section 2954 of such title is amended-- (1) by striking ``An Executive'' and inserting ``(a) Submission of Information.--An Executive''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(b) Deadline.--An Executive agency shall submit the information requested by a committee under subsection (a) not later than 45 days after the committee requests the information, or not later than such alternative deadline as the committee may specify in its request. ``(c) Enforcement.--A committee, or any 7 members thereof (in the case of a committee of the House of Representatives) or any 5 members thereof (in the case of a committee of the Senate), which is aggrieved by a violation of this section by an Executive agency may file an action in the appropriate district court of the United States for such injunctive and declaratory relief as may be appropriate.''. (

To amend title 5, United States Code, to require an executive agency to submit information to any committee of the House of Representatives upon the request of 7 of the members of the committee, and to submit information to any committee of the Senate upon the request of 5 of the members of the committee, if the information relates to any matter under the jurisdiction of the committee, and for other purposes. a) Submission of Information.--Section 2954 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by striking ``agency, on request'' and all that follows through ``shall submit'' and inserting the following: ``agency, on request of any authorizing committee or permanent select committee of the House of Representatives or of any 7 members thereof, or on request of any authorizing or permanent select committee of the Senate or of any 5 members thereof, shall submit''. ( (c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply with respect to requests made on or after the date of the enactment of this Act.

To amend title 5, United States Code, to require an executive agency to submit information to any committee of the House of Representatives upon the request of 7 of the members of the committee, and to submit information to any committee of the Senate upon the request of 5 of the members of the committee, if the information relates to any matter under the jurisdiction of the committee, and for other purposes. a) Submission of Information.--Section 2954 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by striking ``agency, on request'' and all that follows through ``shall submit'' and inserting the following: ``agency, on request of any authorizing committee or permanent select committee of the House of Representatives or of any 7 members thereof, or on request of any authorizing or permanent select committee of the Senate or of any 5 members thereof, shall submit''. (b) Deadline for Submission; Enforcement.--Section 2954 of such title is amended-- (1) by striking ``An Executive'' and inserting ``(a) Submission of Information.--An Executive''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(b) Deadline.--An Executive agency shall submit the information requested by a committee under subsection (a) not later than 45 days after the committee requests the information, or not later than such alternative deadline as the committee may specify in its request. ``(c) Enforcement.--A committee, or any 7 members thereof (in the case of a committee of the House of Representatives) or any 5 members thereof (in the case of a committee of the Senate), which is aggrieved by a violation of this section by an Executive agency may file an action in the appropriate district court of the United States for such injunctive and declaratory relief as may be appropriate.''. (

H.R.4954

Emergency Management

Protecting Firefighters from Adverse Substances Act or the PFAS Act This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to develop guidance for firefighters and other emergency response personnel on training, education programs, and best practices to protect them from exposure to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly referred to as PFASs, from firefighting foam and to prevent the release of PFASs into the environment. These substances are man-made and may have adverse human health effects. A variety of products contain the compounds, such as nonstick cookware or weatherproof clothing. DHS shall make available a curriculum designed to The U.S. Fire Administration shall make recommendations to DHS on the content of the curriculum. DHS must create an online public repository containing tools and best practices to reduce, limit, and prevent the release of and exposure to PFASs.

To direct the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, in consultation with other agencies, to develop guidance for firefighters and other emergency response personnel on best practices to protect such personnel from exposure to PFAS and to limit and prevent the release of PFAS into the environment, 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 Firefighters from Adverse Substances Act'' or the ``PFAS Act''. SEC. 2. GUIDANCE ON PREVENTING EXPOSURE TO AND RELEASE OF PFAS. (a) In General.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Homeland Security, in consultation with the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration, the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, and the heads of any other relevant agencies, shall-- (1) make available a curriculum designed to-- (A) reduce and eliminate exposure to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (hereinafter referred to as ``PFAS'') from firefighting foam and personal protective equipment; (B) prevent the release of PFAS from firefighting foam into the environment; and (C) educate firefighters and other emergency response personnel on foams and non-foam alternatives, personal protective equipment, and other firefighting tools and equipment that do not contain PFAS; (2) develop and publish guidance for firefighters and other emergency response personnel on training, education programs, and best practices on the information described in paragraph (1); and (3) create an online public repository, and update such repository on a regular basis, containing tools and best practices for firefighters and other emergency response personnel to reduce, limit, and prevent the release of and exposure to PFAS. (b) Curriculum.-- (1) In general.--In developing the curriculum required under subsection (a)(1), the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration shall make recommendations to the Secretary of Homeland Security on the content of the curriculum. (2) Consultation.--For the purpose of making recommendations under paragraph (1), the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration shall consult with interested entities, as appropriate, including-- (A) firefighters and other emergency response personnel, including national fire service and emergency response organizations; (B) impacted communities dealing with PFAS contamination; (C) scientists, including public and occupational health and safety experts, who are studying PFAS and PFAS alternatives in firefighting foam; (D) voluntary standards organizations engaged in developing standards for firefighter and firefighting equipment; (E) State fire training academies; (F) State fire marshals; (G) manufacturers of firefighting tools and equipment; and (H) any other relevant entities, as determined by the Secretary of Homeland Security and the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration. (c) Review.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which the guidance and curriculum required under subsection (a) is issued, and not less frequently than once every 3 years thereafter, the Secretary of Homeland Security, in consultation with the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration, the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, and the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, shall review the guidance and curriculum and, as appropriate, issue updates to the guidance and curriculum. (d) Applicability of FACA.--The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.) shall not apply to this Act. (e) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this Act shall be construed to require the Secretary of Homeland Security to promulgate or enforce regulations under subchapter II of chapter 5 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the ``Administrative Procedure Act''). <all>

PFAS Act

To direct the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, in consultation with other agencies, to develop guidance for firefighters and other emergency response personnel on best practices to protect such personnel from exposure to PFAS and to limit and prevent the release of PFAS into the environment, and for other purposes.

PFAS Act Protecting Firefighters from Adverse Substances Act

Rep. Dingell, Debbie

D

MI

This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to develop guidance for firefighters and other emergency response personnel on training, education programs, and best practices to protect them from exposure to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly referred to as PFASs, from firefighting foam and to prevent the release of PFASs into the environment. These substances are man-made and may have adverse human health effects. A variety of products contain the compounds, such as nonstick cookware or weatherproof clothing. DHS shall make available a curriculum designed to The U.S. Fire Administration shall make recommendations to DHS on the content of the curriculum. DHS must create an online public repository containing tools and best practices to reduce, limit, and prevent the release of and exposure to PFASs.

To direct the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, in consultation with other agencies, to develop guidance for firefighters and other emergency response personnel on best practices to protect such personnel from exposure to PFAS and to limit and prevent the release of PFAS into the environment, 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 Firefighters from Adverse Substances Act'' or the ``PFAS Act''. SEC. 2. GUIDANCE ON PREVENTING EXPOSURE TO AND RELEASE OF PFAS. (b) Curriculum.-- (1) In general.--In developing the curriculum required under subsection (a)(1), the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration shall make recommendations to the Secretary of Homeland Security on the content of the curriculum. (2) Consultation.--For the purpose of making recommendations under paragraph (1), the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration shall consult with interested entities, as appropriate, including-- (A) firefighters and other emergency response personnel, including national fire service and emergency response organizations; (B) impacted communities dealing with PFAS contamination; (C) scientists, including public and occupational health and safety experts, who are studying PFAS and PFAS alternatives in firefighting foam; (D) voluntary standards organizations engaged in developing standards for firefighter and firefighting equipment; (E) State fire training academies; (F) State fire marshals; (G) manufacturers of firefighting tools and equipment; and (H) any other relevant entities, as determined by the Secretary of Homeland Security and the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration. (c) Review.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which the guidance and curriculum required under subsection (a) is issued, and not less frequently than once every 3 years thereafter, the Secretary of Homeland Security, in consultation with the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration, the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, and the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, shall review the guidance and curriculum and, as appropriate, issue updates to the guidance and curriculum. (d) Applicability of FACA.--The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.) (e) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this Act shall be construed to require the Secretary of Homeland Security to promulgate or enforce regulations under subchapter II of chapter 5 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the ``Administrative Procedure Act'').

To direct the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, in consultation with other agencies, to develop guidance for firefighters and other emergency response personnel on best practices to protect such personnel from exposure to PFAS and to limit and prevent the release of PFAS into the environment, 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 Firefighters from Adverse Substances Act'' or the ``PFAS Act''. SEC. 2. GUIDANCE ON PREVENTING EXPOSURE TO AND RELEASE OF PFAS. (b) Curriculum.-- (1) In general.--In developing the curriculum required under subsection (a)(1), the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration shall make recommendations to the Secretary of Homeland Security on the content of the curriculum. (2) Consultation.--For the purpose of making recommendations under paragraph (1), the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration shall consult with interested entities, as appropriate, including-- (A) firefighters and other emergency response personnel, including national fire service and emergency response organizations; (B) impacted communities dealing with PFAS contamination; (C) scientists, including public and occupational health and safety experts, who are studying PFAS and PFAS alternatives in firefighting foam; (D) voluntary standards organizations engaged in developing standards for firefighter and firefighting equipment; (E) State fire training academies; (F) State fire marshals; (G) manufacturers of firefighting tools and equipment; and (H) any other relevant entities, as determined by the Secretary of Homeland Security and the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration. (c) Review.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which the guidance and curriculum required under subsection (a) is issued, and not less frequently than once every 3 years thereafter, the Secretary of Homeland Security, in consultation with the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration, the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, and the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, shall review the guidance and curriculum and, as appropriate, issue updates to the guidance and curriculum. (d) Applicability of FACA.--The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.)

To direct the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, in consultation with other agencies, to develop guidance for firefighters and other emergency response personnel on best practices to protect such personnel from exposure to PFAS and to limit and prevent the release of PFAS into the environment, 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 Firefighters from Adverse Substances Act'' or the ``PFAS Act''. SEC. 2. GUIDANCE ON PREVENTING EXPOSURE TO AND RELEASE OF PFAS. (a) In General.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Homeland Security, in consultation with the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration, the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, and the heads of any other relevant agencies, shall-- (1) make available a curriculum designed to-- (A) reduce and eliminate exposure to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (hereinafter referred to as ``PFAS'') from firefighting foam and personal protective equipment; (B) prevent the release of PFAS from firefighting foam into the environment; and (C) educate firefighters and other emergency response personnel on foams and non-foam alternatives, personal protective equipment, and other firefighting tools and equipment that do not contain PFAS; (2) develop and publish guidance for firefighters and other emergency response personnel on training, education programs, and best practices on the information described in paragraph (1); and (3) create an online public repository, and update such repository on a regular basis, containing tools and best practices for firefighters and other emergency response personnel to reduce, limit, and prevent the release of and exposure to PFAS. (b) Curriculum.-- (1) In general.--In developing the curriculum required under subsection (a)(1), the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration shall make recommendations to the Secretary of Homeland Security on the content of the curriculum. (2) Consultation.--For the purpose of making recommendations under paragraph (1), the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration shall consult with interested entities, as appropriate, including-- (A) firefighters and other emergency response personnel, including national fire service and emergency response organizations; (B) impacted communities dealing with PFAS contamination; (C) scientists, including public and occupational health and safety experts, who are studying PFAS and PFAS alternatives in firefighting foam; (D) voluntary standards organizations engaged in developing standards for firefighter and firefighting equipment; (E) State fire training academies; (F) State fire marshals; (G) manufacturers of firefighting tools and equipment; and (H) any other relevant entities, as determined by the Secretary of Homeland Security and the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration. (c) Review.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which the guidance and curriculum required under subsection (a) is issued, and not less frequently than once every 3 years thereafter, the Secretary of Homeland Security, in consultation with the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration, the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, and the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, shall review the guidance and curriculum and, as appropriate, issue updates to the guidance and curriculum. (d) Applicability of FACA.--The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.) shall not apply to this Act. (e) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this Act shall be construed to require the Secretary of Homeland Security to promulgate or enforce regulations under subchapter II of chapter 5 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the ``Administrative Procedure Act''). <all>

To direct the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, in consultation with other agencies, to develop guidance for firefighters and other emergency response personnel on best practices to protect such personnel from exposure to PFAS and to limit and prevent the release of PFAS into the environment, 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 Firefighters from Adverse Substances Act'' or the ``PFAS Act''. SEC. 2. GUIDANCE ON PREVENTING EXPOSURE TO AND RELEASE OF PFAS. (a) In General.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Homeland Security, in consultation with the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration, the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, and the heads of any other relevant agencies, shall-- (1) make available a curriculum designed to-- (A) reduce and eliminate exposure to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (hereinafter referred to as ``PFAS'') from firefighting foam and personal protective equipment; (B) prevent the release of PFAS from firefighting foam into the environment; and (C) educate firefighters and other emergency response personnel on foams and non-foam alternatives, personal protective equipment, and other firefighting tools and equipment that do not contain PFAS; (2) develop and publish guidance for firefighters and other emergency response personnel on training, education programs, and best practices on the information described in paragraph (1); and (3) create an online public repository, and update such repository on a regular basis, containing tools and best practices for firefighters and other emergency response personnel to reduce, limit, and prevent the release of and exposure to PFAS. (b) Curriculum.-- (1) In general.--In developing the curriculum required under subsection (a)(1), the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration shall make recommendations to the Secretary of Homeland Security on the content of the curriculum. (2) Consultation.--For the purpose of making recommendations under paragraph (1), the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration shall consult with interested entities, as appropriate, including-- (A) firefighters and other emergency response personnel, including national fire service and emergency response organizations; (B) impacted communities dealing with PFAS contamination; (C) scientists, including public and occupational health and safety experts, who are studying PFAS and PFAS alternatives in firefighting foam; (D) voluntary standards organizations engaged in developing standards for firefighter and firefighting equipment; (E) State fire training academies; (F) State fire marshals; (G) manufacturers of firefighting tools and equipment; and (H) any other relevant entities, as determined by the Secretary of Homeland Security and the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration. (c) Review.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which the guidance and curriculum required under subsection (a) is issued, and not less frequently than once every 3 years thereafter, the Secretary of Homeland Security, in consultation with the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration, the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, and the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, shall review the guidance and curriculum and, as appropriate, issue updates to the guidance and curriculum. (d) Applicability of FACA.--The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.) shall not apply to this Act. (e) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this Act shall be construed to require the Secretary of Homeland Security to promulgate or enforce regulations under subchapter II of chapter 5 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the ``Administrative Procedure Act''). <all>

To direct the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, in consultation with other agencies, to develop guidance for firefighters and other emergency response personnel on best practices to protect such personnel from exposure to PFAS and to limit and prevent the release of PFAS into the environment, 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) Curriculum.-- (1) In general.--In developing the curriculum required under subsection (a)(1), the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration shall make recommendations to the Secretary of Homeland Security on the content of the curriculum. c) Review.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which the guidance and curriculum required under subsection (a) is issued, and not less frequently than once every 3 years thereafter, the Secretary of Homeland Security, in consultation with the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration, the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, and the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, shall review the guidance and curriculum and, as appropriate, issue updates to the guidance and curriculum. ( d) Applicability of FACA.--The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.) (e) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this Act shall be construed to require the Secretary of Homeland Security to promulgate or enforce regulations under subchapter II of chapter 5 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the ``Administrative Procedure Act'').

To direct the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, in consultation with other agencies, to develop guidance for firefighters and other emergency response personnel on best practices to protect such personnel from exposure to PFAS and to limit and prevent the release of PFAS into the environment, and for other purposes. b) Curriculum.-- (1) In general.--In developing the curriculum required under subsection (a)(1), the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration shall make recommendations to the Secretary of Homeland Security on the content of the curriculum. c) Review.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which the guidance and curriculum required under subsection (a) is issued, and not less frequently than once every 3 years thereafter, the Secretary of Homeland Security, in consultation with the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration, the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, and the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, shall review the guidance and curriculum and, as appropriate, issue updates to the guidance and curriculum. ( d) Applicability of FACA.--The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.)

To direct the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, in consultation with other agencies, to develop guidance for firefighters and other emergency response personnel on best practices to protect such personnel from exposure to PFAS and to limit and prevent the release of PFAS into the environment, and for other purposes. b) Curriculum.-- (1) In general.--In developing the curriculum required under subsection (a)(1), the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration shall make recommendations to the Secretary of Homeland Security on the content of the curriculum. c) Review.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which the guidance and curriculum required under subsection (a) is issued, and not less frequently than once every 3 years thereafter, the Secretary of Homeland Security, in consultation with the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration, the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, and the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, shall review the guidance and curriculum and, as appropriate, issue updates to the guidance and curriculum. ( d) Applicability of FACA.--The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.)

To direct the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, in consultation with other agencies, to develop guidance for firefighters and other emergency response personnel on best practices to protect such personnel from exposure to PFAS and to limit and prevent the release of PFAS into the environment, 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) Curriculum.-- (1) In general.--In developing the curriculum required under subsection (a)(1), the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration shall make recommendations to the Secretary of Homeland Security on the content of the curriculum. c) Review.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which the guidance and curriculum required under subsection (a) is issued, and not less frequently than once every 3 years thereafter, the Secretary of Homeland Security, in consultation with the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration, the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, and the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, shall review the guidance and curriculum and, as appropriate, issue updates to the guidance and curriculum. ( d) Applicability of FACA.--The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.) (e) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this Act shall be construed to require the Secretary of Homeland Security to promulgate or enforce regulations under subchapter II of chapter 5 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the ``Administrative Procedure Act'').

To direct the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, in consultation with other agencies, to develop guidance for firefighters and other emergency response personnel on best practices to protect such personnel from exposure to PFAS and to limit and prevent the release of PFAS into the environment, and for other purposes. b) Curriculum.-- (1) In general.--In developing the curriculum required under subsection (a)(1), the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration shall make recommendations to the Secretary of Homeland Security on the content of the curriculum. c) Review.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which the guidance and curriculum required under subsection (a) is issued, and not less frequently than once every 3 years thereafter, the Secretary of Homeland Security, in consultation with the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration, the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, and the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, shall review the guidance and curriculum and, as appropriate, issue updates to the guidance and curriculum. ( d) Applicability of FACA.--The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.)

To direct the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, in consultation with other agencies, to develop guidance for firefighters and other emergency response personnel on best practices to protect such personnel from exposure to PFAS and to limit and prevent the release of PFAS into the environment, 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) Curriculum.-- (1) In general.--In developing the curriculum required under subsection (a)(1), the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration shall make recommendations to the Secretary of Homeland Security on the content of the curriculum. c) Review.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which the guidance and curriculum required under subsection (a) is issued, and not less frequently than once every 3 years thereafter, the Secretary of Homeland Security, in consultation with the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration, the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, and the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, shall review the guidance and curriculum and, as appropriate, issue updates to the guidance and curriculum. ( d) Applicability of FACA.--The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.) (e) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this Act shall be construed to require the Secretary of Homeland Security to promulgate or enforce regulations under subchapter II of chapter 5 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the ``Administrative Procedure Act'').

To direct the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, in consultation with other agencies, to develop guidance for firefighters and other emergency response personnel on best practices to protect such personnel from exposure to PFAS and to limit and prevent the release of PFAS into the environment, and for other purposes. b) Curriculum.-- (1) In general.--In developing the curriculum required under subsection (a)(1), the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration shall make recommendations to the Secretary of Homeland Security on the content of the curriculum. c) Review.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which the guidance and curriculum required under subsection (a) is issued, and not less frequently than once every 3 years thereafter, the Secretary of Homeland Security, in consultation with the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration, the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, and the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, shall review the guidance and curriculum and, as appropriate, issue updates to the guidance and curriculum. ( d) Applicability of FACA.--The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.)

To direct the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, in consultation with other agencies, to develop guidance for firefighters and other emergency response personnel on best practices to protect such personnel from exposure to PFAS and to limit and prevent the release of PFAS into the environment, 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) Curriculum.-- (1) In general.--In developing the curriculum required under subsection (a)(1), the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration shall make recommendations to the Secretary of Homeland Security on the content of the curriculum. c) Review.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which the guidance and curriculum required under subsection (a) is issued, and not less frequently than once every 3 years thereafter, the Secretary of Homeland Security, in consultation with the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration, the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, and the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, shall review the guidance and curriculum and, as appropriate, issue updates to the guidance and curriculum. ( d) Applicability of FACA.--The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.) (e) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this Act shall be construed to require the Secretary of Homeland Security to promulgate or enforce regulations under subchapter II of chapter 5 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the ``Administrative Procedure Act'').

To direct the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, in consultation with other agencies, to develop guidance for firefighters and other emergency response personnel on best practices to protect such personnel from exposure to PFAS and to limit and prevent the release of PFAS into the environment, and for other purposes. b) Curriculum.-- (1) In general.--In developing the curriculum required under subsection (a)(1), the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration shall make recommendations to the Secretary of Homeland Security on the content of the curriculum. c) Review.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which the guidance and curriculum required under subsection (a) is issued, and not less frequently than once every 3 years thereafter, the Secretary of Homeland Security, in consultation with the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration, the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, and the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, shall review the guidance and curriculum and, as appropriate, issue updates to the guidance and curriculum. ( d) Applicability of FACA.--The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.)

To direct the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, in consultation with other agencies, to develop guidance for firefighters and other emergency response personnel on best practices to protect such personnel from exposure to PFAS and to limit and prevent the release of PFAS into the environment, 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) Curriculum.-- (1) In general.--In developing the curriculum required under subsection (a)(1), the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration shall make recommendations to the Secretary of Homeland Security on the content of the curriculum. c) Review.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which the guidance and curriculum required under subsection (a) is issued, and not less frequently than once every 3 years thereafter, the Secretary of Homeland Security, in consultation with the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration, the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, and the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, shall review the guidance and curriculum and, as appropriate, issue updates to the guidance and curriculum. ( d) Applicability of FACA.--The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.) (e) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this Act shall be construed to require the Secretary of Homeland Security to promulgate or enforce regulations under subchapter II of chapter 5 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the ``Administrative Procedure Act'').

S.757

Labor and Employment

Relief for Survivors of Miners Act of 2021 This bill creates, for the purpose of claims for black lung benefits, a rebuttable presumption that a deceased miner's death was caused by black lung disease if such miner was totally disabled due to black lung disease. It also establishes a program to pay up to a maximum of $4,500 in attorney fees and $3,000 in medical expenses incurred while establishing such claims.

To amend the Black Lung Benefits Act to ease the benefits process for survivors of miners whose deaths were due to pneumoconiosis. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Relief for Survivors of Miners Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. AMENDMENTS TO THE BENEFITS PROCESS FOR SURVIVORS OF MINERS WHOSE DEATHS WERE DUE TO PNEUMOCONIOSIS. (a) Rebuttable Presumptions for a Death Due to Pneumoconiosis.-- (1) Rebuttable presumption for a deceased miner employed for not less than 10 years in a coal mine.--Section 411(c)(2) of the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 921(c)(2)) is amended by striking the second sentence. (2) Rebuttable presumption for a disability due to pneumoconiosis.--Section 411(c) of the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 921(c)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(6) If a deceased miner was totally disabled due to pneumoconiosis during the life of such miner, there shall be a rebuttable presumption that the death of such miner was a death due to pneumoconiosis. The presumption under this paragraph may be rebutted only by establishing that no part of the death of such miner was caused by pneumoconiosis.''. (3) Effective date.--The amendments made by paragraphs (1) and (2) shall apply with respect to claims filed under part B or part C of the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 921 et seq., 931 et seq.) after January 1, 2016, that are pending on or after the date of enactment of this Act. (b) Attorneys' Fees and Medical Expenses Payment Program.--Part A of the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 901 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 403. ATTORNEYS' FEES AND MEDICAL EXPENSES PAYMENT PROGRAM. ``(a) Program Established.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Relief for Survivors of Miners Act of 2021, the Secretary shall establish a payment program to pay attorneys' fees and other reasonable and unreimbursed medical expenses incurred in establishing the claimant's case, using amounts from the fund, to the attorneys of claimants in qualifying claims. ``(2) Qualifying claim.--A qualifying claim for purposes of this section is a contested claim for benefits under this title for which a final order has not been entered within one year of the filing of the claim. ``(3) Use of payments from the fund.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, amounts in the fund shall be available for payments authorized by the Secretary under this section. ``(b) Payments Authorized.-- ``(1) Attorneys' fees.-- ``(A) Approval.--If a claimant for benefits under this title obtains a proposed decision and order from a district director with an award of benefits for a qualifying claim, or an award for a qualifying claim before an administrative law judge-- ``(i) the district director may approve attorneys' fees for work done before such director in an amount not to exceed $1,500; and ``(ii) an administrative law judge may approve attorneys' fees for work done before such judge in an amount not to exceed $3,000. ``(B) Payment.--The Secretary shall, through the program under this section, pay any amounts approved under subparagraph (A). ``(2) Medical expenses.-- ``(A) Approval.--If a claimant for benefits under this title obtains a proposed decision and order from a district director with an award of benefits for a qualifying claim, or an award for a qualifying claim before an administrative law judge, such district director and administrative law judge may each approve an award, in an amount not to exceed $1,500, to the claimant's attorney of reasonable and unreimbursed medical expenses incurred in establishing the claimant's case. ``(B) Payment.--The Secretary shall, through the program under this section, pay any amounts approved under subparagraph (A). ``(3) Maximum.--The Secretary, through the program established under this section, shall for any single qualifying claim pay-- ``(A) not more than a total of $4,500 in attorneys' fees; and ``(B) not more than $3,000 in medical expenses. ``(c) Reimbursement of Funds.--In any case in which a qualifying claim results in a final order awarding compensation, the liable operator shall reimburse the fund for any fees or expenses paid under this section, subject to enforcement by the Secretary under section 424 and in the same manner as compensation orders are enforced under section 21(d) of the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act (33 U.S.C. 921(d)). ``(d) Additional Program Rules.--Nothing in this section shall limit or otherwise affect an operator's liability for any attorneys' fees or medical expenses awarded by the district director or an administrative law judge that were not paid by the program under this section. Nothing in this section shall limit or otherwise affect the Secretary's authority to use amounts in the fund to pay approved attorneys' fees in claims for benefits under this title for which a final order awarding compensation has been entered and the operator is unable to pay. ``(e) No Recoupment of Attorneys' Fees.--Any payment for attorneys' fees or medical expenses made by the Secretary under this section shall not be recouped from the claimant or the claimant's attorney.''. SEC. 3. REPORTS BY THE GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY OFFICE. Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall-- (1) carry out a review of interim benefit payments under the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 901 et seq.) for miners and survivors who have submitted a claim for benefits under such Act and are waiting for a final determination, including-- (A) an examination of the financial impact on beneficiaries of such payments in the case the claims of such beneficiaries are denied and the payments are recouped; (B) a study of the impact that the stress caused by such recoupment, or the threat of such recoupment, has on beneficiaries of such payments; and (C) a study of the financial impact on the Federal Government and taxpayers of the process for recouping such interim benefit payments in the case of claims that are denied; (2) carry out a review of benefit payments for miners and survivors under the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 901 et seq.), including-- (A) an examination of whether such payments are sufficient to meet the expenses of such miners and survivors; (B) an examination of the economic impact of a possible increase in the amount of benefit payments for such miners and survivors; and (C) based on such examination, recommendations on the amount of benefit payments that such miners and survivors should receive from the Black Lung Disability Trust Fund; (3) carry out a review that examines the impact of a possible change to regulations of the Secretary of Labor to permit a survivor of a miner to, after a final determination of benefits under the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 901 et seq.) is made with respect to such survivor, file a subsequent claim for benefits under such Act; and (4) submit to Congress reports on the results of the reviews under paragraphs (1), (2), and (3). <all>

Relief for Survivors of Miners Act of 2021

A bill to amend the Black Lung Benefits Act to ease the benefits process for survivors of miners whose deaths were due to pneumoconiosis.

Relief for Survivors of Miners Act of 2021

Sen. Warner, Mark R.

D

VA

This bill creates, for the purpose of claims for black lung benefits, a rebuttable presumption that a deceased miner's death was caused by black lung disease if such miner was totally disabled due to black lung disease. It also establishes a program to pay up to a maximum of $4,500 in attorney fees and $3,000 in medical expenses incurred while establishing such claims.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. This Act may be cited as the ``Relief for Survivors of Miners Act of 2021''. (2) Rebuttable presumption for a disability due to pneumoconiosis.--Section 411(c) of the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. The presumption under this paragraph may be rebutted only by establishing that no part of the death of such miner was caused by pneumoconiosis.''. after January 1, 2016, that are pending on or after the date of enactment of this Act. is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 403. ATTORNEYS' FEES AND MEDICAL EXPENSES PAYMENT PROGRAM. ``(2) Qualifying claim.--A qualifying claim for purposes of this section is a contested claim for benefits under this title for which a final order has not been entered within one year of the filing of the claim. ``(3) Use of payments from the fund.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, amounts in the fund shall be available for payments authorized by the Secretary under this section. ``(2) Medical expenses.-- ``(A) Approval.--If a claimant for benefits under this title obtains a proposed decision and order from a district director with an award of benefits for a qualifying claim, or an award for a qualifying claim before an administrative law judge, such district director and administrative law judge may each approve an award, in an amount not to exceed $1,500, to the claimant's attorney of reasonable and unreimbursed medical expenses incurred in establishing the claimant's case. ``(B) Payment.--The Secretary shall, through the program under this section, pay any amounts approved under subparagraph (A). ``(c) Reimbursement of Funds.--In any case in which a qualifying claim results in a final order awarding compensation, the liable operator shall reimburse the fund for any fees or expenses paid under this section, subject to enforcement by the Secretary under section 424 and in the same manner as compensation orders are enforced under section 21(d) of the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act (33 U.S.C. 921(d)). SEC. 3. REPORTS BY THE GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY OFFICE. for miners and survivors who have submitted a claim for benefits under such Act and are waiting for a final determination, including-- (A) an examination of the financial impact on beneficiaries of such payments in the case the claims of such beneficiaries are denied and the payments are recouped; (B) a study of the impact that the stress caused by such recoupment, or the threat of such recoupment, has on beneficiaries of such payments; and (C) a study of the financial impact on the Federal Government and taxpayers of the process for recouping such interim benefit payments in the case of claims that are denied; (2) carry out a review of benefit payments for miners and survivors under the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 901 et seq.)

This Act may be cited as the ``Relief for Survivors of Miners Act of 2021''. (2) Rebuttable presumption for a disability due to pneumoconiosis.--Section 411(c) of the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. The presumption under this paragraph may be rebutted only by establishing that no part of the death of such miner was caused by pneumoconiosis.''. after January 1, 2016, that are pending on or after the date of enactment of this Act. is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. ATTORNEYS' FEES AND MEDICAL EXPENSES PAYMENT PROGRAM. ``(2) Qualifying claim.--A qualifying claim for purposes of this section is a contested claim for benefits under this title for which a final order has not been entered within one year of the filing of the claim. ``(3) Use of payments from the fund.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, amounts in the fund shall be available for payments authorized by the Secretary under this section. ``(2) Medical expenses.-- ``(A) Approval.--If a claimant for benefits under this title obtains a proposed decision and order from a district director with an award of benefits for a qualifying claim, or an award for a qualifying claim before an administrative law judge, such district director and administrative law judge may each approve an award, in an amount not to exceed $1,500, to the claimant's attorney of reasonable and unreimbursed medical expenses incurred in establishing the claimant's case. ``(B) Payment.--The Secretary shall, through the program under this section, pay any amounts approved under subparagraph (A). 921(d)). SEC. 3. REPORTS BY THE GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY OFFICE. 901 et seq.)

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Relief for Survivors of Miners Act of 2021''. AMENDMENTS TO THE BENEFITS PROCESS FOR SURVIVORS OF MINERS WHOSE DEATHS WERE DUE TO PNEUMOCONIOSIS. 921(c)(2)) is amended by striking the second sentence. (2) Rebuttable presumption for a disability due to pneumoconiosis.--Section 411(c) of the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. The presumption under this paragraph may be rebutted only by establishing that no part of the death of such miner was caused by pneumoconiosis.''. after January 1, 2016, that are pending on or after the date of enactment of this Act. is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 403. ATTORNEYS' FEES AND MEDICAL EXPENSES PAYMENT PROGRAM. ``(2) Qualifying claim.--A qualifying claim for purposes of this section is a contested claim for benefits under this title for which a final order has not been entered within one year of the filing of the claim. ``(3) Use of payments from the fund.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, amounts in the fund shall be available for payments authorized by the Secretary under this section. ``(2) Medical expenses.-- ``(A) Approval.--If a claimant for benefits under this title obtains a proposed decision and order from a district director with an award of benefits for a qualifying claim, or an award for a qualifying claim before an administrative law judge, such district director and administrative law judge may each approve an award, in an amount not to exceed $1,500, to the claimant's attorney of reasonable and unreimbursed medical expenses incurred in establishing the claimant's case. ``(B) Payment.--The Secretary shall, through the program under this section, pay any amounts approved under subparagraph (A). ``(3) Maximum.--The Secretary, through the program established under this section, shall for any single qualifying claim pay-- ``(A) not more than a total of $4,500 in attorneys' fees; and ``(B) not more than $3,000 in medical expenses. ``(c) Reimbursement of Funds.--In any case in which a qualifying claim results in a final order awarding compensation, the liable operator shall reimburse the fund for any fees or expenses paid under this section, subject to enforcement by the Secretary under section 424 and in the same manner as compensation orders are enforced under section 21(d) of the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act (33 U.S.C. 921(d)). ``(d) Additional Program Rules.--Nothing in this section shall limit or otherwise affect an operator's liability for any attorneys' fees or medical expenses awarded by the district director or an administrative law judge that were not paid by the program under this section. SEC. 3. REPORTS BY THE GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY OFFICE. for miners and survivors who have submitted a claim for benefits under such Act and are waiting for a final determination, including-- (A) an examination of the financial impact on beneficiaries of such payments in the case the claims of such beneficiaries are denied and the payments are recouped; (B) a study of the impact that the stress caused by such recoupment, or the threat of such recoupment, has on beneficiaries of such payments; and (C) a study of the financial impact on the Federal Government and taxpayers of the process for recouping such interim benefit payments in the case of claims that are denied; (2) carry out a review of benefit payments for miners and survivors under the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 901 et seq.) is made with respect to such survivor, file a subsequent claim for benefits under such Act; and (4) submit to Congress reports on the results of the reviews under paragraphs (1), (2), and (3).

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Relief for Survivors of Miners Act of 2021''. AMENDMENTS TO THE BENEFITS PROCESS FOR SURVIVORS OF MINERS WHOSE DEATHS WERE DUE TO PNEUMOCONIOSIS. (a) Rebuttable Presumptions for a Death Due to Pneumoconiosis.-- (1) Rebuttable presumption for a deceased miner employed for not less than 10 years in a coal mine.--Section 411(c)(2) of the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 921(c)(2)) is amended by striking the second sentence. (2) Rebuttable presumption for a disability due to pneumoconiosis.--Section 411(c) of the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 921(c)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(6) If a deceased miner was totally disabled due to pneumoconiosis during the life of such miner, there shall be a rebuttable presumption that the death of such miner was a death due to pneumoconiosis. The presumption under this paragraph may be rebutted only by establishing that no part of the death of such miner was caused by pneumoconiosis.''. after January 1, 2016, that are pending on or after the date of enactment of this Act. is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 403. ATTORNEYS' FEES AND MEDICAL EXPENSES PAYMENT PROGRAM. ``(a) Program Established.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Relief for Survivors of Miners Act of 2021, the Secretary shall establish a payment program to pay attorneys' fees and other reasonable and unreimbursed medical expenses incurred in establishing the claimant's case, using amounts from the fund, to the attorneys of claimants in qualifying claims. ``(2) Qualifying claim.--A qualifying claim for purposes of this section is a contested claim for benefits under this title for which a final order has not been entered within one year of the filing of the claim. ``(3) Use of payments from the fund.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, amounts in the fund shall be available for payments authorized by the Secretary under this section. ``(b) Payments Authorized.-- ``(1) Attorneys' fees.-- ``(A) Approval.--If a claimant for benefits under this title obtains a proposed decision and order from a district director with an award of benefits for a qualifying claim, or an award for a qualifying claim before an administrative law judge-- ``(i) the district director may approve attorneys' fees for work done before such director in an amount not to exceed $1,500; and ``(ii) an administrative law judge may approve attorneys' fees for work done before such judge in an amount not to exceed $3,000. ``(2) Medical expenses.-- ``(A) Approval.--If a claimant for benefits under this title obtains a proposed decision and order from a district director with an award of benefits for a qualifying claim, or an award for a qualifying claim before an administrative law judge, such district director and administrative law judge may each approve an award, in an amount not to exceed $1,500, to the claimant's attorney of reasonable and unreimbursed medical expenses incurred in establishing the claimant's case. ``(B) Payment.--The Secretary shall, through the program under this section, pay any amounts approved under subparagraph (A). ``(3) Maximum.--The Secretary, through the program established under this section, shall for any single qualifying claim pay-- ``(A) not more than a total of $4,500 in attorneys' fees; and ``(B) not more than $3,000 in medical expenses. ``(c) Reimbursement of Funds.--In any case in which a qualifying claim results in a final order awarding compensation, the liable operator shall reimburse the fund for any fees or expenses paid under this section, subject to enforcement by the Secretary under section 424 and in the same manner as compensation orders are enforced under section 21(d) of the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act (33 U.S.C. 921(d)). ``(d) Additional Program Rules.--Nothing in this section shall limit or otherwise affect an operator's liability for any attorneys' fees or medical expenses awarded by the district director or an administrative law judge that were not paid by the program under this section. SEC. 3. REPORTS BY THE GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY OFFICE. for miners and survivors who have submitted a claim for benefits under such Act and are waiting for a final determination, including-- (A) an examination of the financial impact on beneficiaries of such payments in the case the claims of such beneficiaries are denied and the payments are recouped; (B) a study of the impact that the stress caused by such recoupment, or the threat of such recoupment, has on beneficiaries of such payments; and (C) a study of the financial impact on the Federal Government and taxpayers of the process for recouping such interim benefit payments in the case of claims that are denied; (2) carry out a review of benefit payments for miners and survivors under the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. ), including-- (A) an examination of whether such payments are sufficient to meet the expenses of such miners and survivors; (B) an examination of the economic impact of a possible increase in the amount of benefit payments for such miners and survivors; and (C) based on such examination, recommendations on the amount of benefit payments that such miners and survivors should receive from the Black Lung Disability Trust Fund; (3) carry out a review that examines the impact of a possible change to regulations of the Secretary of Labor to permit a survivor of a miner to, after a final determination of benefits under the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 901 et seq.) is made with respect to such survivor, file a subsequent claim for benefits under such Act; and (4) submit to Congress reports on the results of the reviews under paragraphs (1), (2), and (3).

To amend the Black Lung Benefits Act to ease the benefits process for survivors of miners whose deaths were due to pneumoconiosis. 2) Rebuttable presumption for a disability due to pneumoconiosis.--Section 411(c) of the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 921(c)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(6) If a deceased miner was totally disabled due to pneumoconiosis during the life of such miner, there shall be a rebuttable presumption that the death of such miner was a death due to pneumoconiosis. (3) Effective date.--The amendments made by paragraphs (1) and (2) shall apply with respect to claims filed under part B or part C of the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 921 et seq., ``(a) Program Established.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Relief for Survivors of Miners Act of 2021, the Secretary shall establish a payment program to pay attorneys' fees and other reasonable and unreimbursed medical expenses incurred in establishing the claimant's case, using amounts from the fund, to the attorneys of claimants in qualifying claims. ``(b) Payments Authorized.-- ``(1) Attorneys' fees.-- ``(A) Approval.--If a claimant for benefits under this title obtains a proposed decision and order from a district director with an award of benefits for a qualifying claim, or an award for a qualifying claim before an administrative law judge-- ``(i) the district director may approve attorneys' fees for work done before such director in an amount not to exceed $1,500; and ``(ii) an administrative law judge may approve attorneys' fees for work done before such judge in an amount not to exceed $3,000. ``(B) Payment.--The Secretary shall, through the program under this section, pay any amounts approved under subparagraph (A). ``(3) Maximum.--The Secretary, through the program established under this section, shall for any single qualifying claim pay-- ``(A) not more than a total of $4,500 in attorneys' fees; and ``(B) not more than $3,000 in medical expenses. ``(c) Reimbursement of Funds.--In any case in which a qualifying claim results in a final order awarding compensation, the liable operator shall reimburse the fund for any fees or expenses paid under this section, subject to enforcement by the Secretary under section 424 and in the same manner as compensation orders are enforced under section 21(d) of the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act (33 U.S.C. 921(d)). Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall-- (1) carry out a review of interim benefit payments under the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 901 et seq.) is made with respect to such survivor, file a subsequent claim for benefits under such Act; and (4) submit to Congress reports on the results of the reviews under paragraphs (1), (2), and (3).

To amend the Black Lung Benefits Act to ease the benefits process for survivors of miners whose deaths were due to pneumoconiosis. a) Rebuttable Presumptions for a Death Due to Pneumoconiosis.-- (1) Rebuttable presumption for a deceased miner employed for not less than 10 years in a coal mine.--Section 411(c)(2) of the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 921(c)(2)) is amended by striking the second sentence. ( is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. ``(a) Program Established.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Relief for Survivors of Miners Act of 2021, the Secretary shall establish a payment program to pay attorneys' fees and other reasonable and unreimbursed medical expenses incurred in establishing the claimant's case, using amounts from the fund, to the attorneys of claimants in qualifying claims. ``(B) Payment.--The Secretary shall, through the program under this section, pay any amounts approved under subparagraph (A). ``(3) Maximum.--The Secretary, through the program established under this section, shall for any single qualifying claim pay-- ``(A) not more than a total of $4,500 in attorneys' fees; and ``(B) not more than $3,000 in medical expenses. ``(c) Reimbursement of Funds.--In any case in which a qualifying claim results in a final order awarding compensation, the liable operator shall reimburse the fund for any fees or expenses paid under this section, subject to enforcement by the Secretary under section 424 and in the same manner as compensation orders are enforced under section 21(d) of the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act (33 U.S.C. 921(d)). is made with respect to such survivor, file a subsequent claim for benefits under such Act; and (4) submit to Congress reports on the results of the reviews under paragraphs (1), (2), and (3).

To amend the Black Lung Benefits Act to ease the benefits process for survivors of miners whose deaths were due to pneumoconiosis. a) Rebuttable Presumptions for a Death Due to Pneumoconiosis.-- (1) Rebuttable presumption for a deceased miner employed for not less than 10 years in a coal mine.--Section 411(c)(2) of the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 921(c)(2)) is amended by striking the second sentence. ( is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. ``(a) Program Established.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Relief for Survivors of Miners Act of 2021, the Secretary shall establish a payment program to pay attorneys' fees and other reasonable and unreimbursed medical expenses incurred in establishing the claimant's case, using amounts from the fund, to the attorneys of claimants in qualifying claims. ``(B) Payment.--The Secretary shall, through the program under this section, pay any amounts approved under subparagraph (A). ``(3) Maximum.--The Secretary, through the program established under this section, shall for any single qualifying claim pay-- ``(A) not more than a total of $4,500 in attorneys' fees; and ``(B) not more than $3,000 in medical expenses. ``(c) Reimbursement of Funds.--In any case in which a qualifying claim results in a final order awarding compensation, the liable operator shall reimburse the fund for any fees or expenses paid under this section, subject to enforcement by the Secretary under section 424 and in the same manner as compensation orders are enforced under section 21(d) of the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act (33 U.S.C. 921(d)). is made with respect to such survivor, file a subsequent claim for benefits under such Act; and (4) submit to Congress reports on the results of the reviews under paragraphs (1), (2), and (3).

To amend the Black Lung Benefits Act to ease the benefits process for survivors of miners whose deaths were due to pneumoconiosis. 2) Rebuttable presumption for a disability due to pneumoconiosis.--Section 411(c) of the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 921(c)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(6) If a deceased miner was totally disabled due to pneumoconiosis during the life of such miner, there shall be a rebuttable presumption that the death of such miner was a death due to pneumoconiosis. (3) Effective date.--The amendments made by paragraphs (1) and (2) shall apply with respect to claims filed under part B or part C of the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 921 et seq., ``(a) Program Established.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Relief for Survivors of Miners Act of 2021, the Secretary shall establish a payment program to pay attorneys' fees and other reasonable and unreimbursed medical expenses incurred in establishing the claimant's case, using amounts from the fund, to the attorneys of claimants in qualifying claims. ``(b) Payments Authorized.-- ``(1) Attorneys' fees.-- ``(A) Approval.--If a claimant for benefits under this title obtains a proposed decision and order from a district director with an award of benefits for a qualifying claim, or an award for a qualifying claim before an administrative law judge-- ``(i) the district director may approve attorneys' fees for work done before such director in an amount not to exceed $1,500; and ``(ii) an administrative law judge may approve attorneys' fees for work done before such judge in an amount not to exceed $3,000. ``(B) Payment.--The Secretary shall, through the program under this section, pay any amounts approved under subparagraph (A). ``(3) Maximum.--The Secretary, through the program established under this section, shall for any single qualifying claim pay-- ``(A) not more than a total of $4,500 in attorneys' fees; and ``(B) not more than $3,000 in medical expenses. ``(c) Reimbursement of Funds.--In any case in which a qualifying claim results in a final order awarding compensation, the liable operator shall reimburse the fund for any fees or expenses paid under this section, subject to enforcement by the Secretary under section 424 and in the same manner as compensation orders are enforced under section 21(d) of the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act (33 U.S.C. 921(d)). Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall-- (1) carry out a review of interim benefit payments under the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 901 et seq.) is made with respect to such survivor, file a subsequent claim for benefits under such Act; and (4) submit to Congress reports on the results of the reviews under paragraphs (1), (2), and (3).

To amend the Black Lung Benefits Act to ease the benefits process for survivors of miners whose deaths were due to pneumoconiosis. a) Rebuttable Presumptions for a Death Due to Pneumoconiosis.-- (1) Rebuttable presumption for a deceased miner employed for not less than 10 years in a coal mine.--Section 411(c)(2) of the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 921(c)(2)) is amended by striking the second sentence. ( is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. ``(a) Program Established.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Relief for Survivors of Miners Act of 2021, the Secretary shall establish a payment program to pay attorneys' fees and other reasonable and unreimbursed medical expenses incurred in establishing the claimant's case, using amounts from the fund, to the attorneys of claimants in qualifying claims. ``(B) Payment.--The Secretary shall, through the program under this section, pay any amounts approved under subparagraph (A). ``(3) Maximum.--The Secretary, through the program established under this section, shall for any single qualifying claim pay-- ``(A) not more than a total of $4,500 in attorneys' fees; and ``(B) not more than $3,000 in medical expenses. ``(c) Reimbursement of Funds.--In any case in which a qualifying claim results in a final order awarding compensation, the liable operator shall reimburse the fund for any fees or expenses paid under this section, subject to enforcement by the Secretary under section 424 and in the same manner as compensation orders are enforced under section 21(d) of the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act (33 U.S.C. 921(d)). is made with respect to such survivor, file a subsequent claim for benefits under such Act; and (4) submit to Congress reports on the results of the reviews under paragraphs (1), (2), and (3).

To amend the Black Lung Benefits Act to ease the benefits process for survivors of miners whose deaths were due to pneumoconiosis. 2) Rebuttable presumption for a disability due to pneumoconiosis.--Section 411(c) of the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 921(c)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(6) If a deceased miner was totally disabled due to pneumoconiosis during the life of such miner, there shall be a rebuttable presumption that the death of such miner was a death due to pneumoconiosis. (3) Effective date.--The amendments made by paragraphs (1) and (2) shall apply with respect to claims filed under part B or part C of the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 921 et seq., ``(a) Program Established.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Relief for Survivors of Miners Act of 2021, the Secretary shall establish a payment program to pay attorneys' fees and other reasonable and unreimbursed medical expenses incurred in establishing the claimant's case, using amounts from the fund, to the attorneys of claimants in qualifying claims. ``(b) Payments Authorized.-- ``(1) Attorneys' fees.-- ``(A) Approval.--If a claimant for benefits under this title obtains a proposed decision and order from a district director with an award of benefits for a qualifying claim, or an award for a qualifying claim before an administrative law judge-- ``(i) the district director may approve attorneys' fees for work done before such director in an amount not to exceed $1,500; and ``(ii) an administrative law judge may approve attorneys' fees for work done before such judge in an amount not to exceed $3,000. ``(B) Payment.--The Secretary shall, through the program under this section, pay any amounts approved under subparagraph (A). ``(3) Maximum.--The Secretary, through the program established under this section, shall for any single qualifying claim pay-- ``(A) not more than a total of $4,500 in attorneys' fees; and ``(B) not more than $3,000 in medical expenses. ``(c) Reimbursement of Funds.--In any case in which a qualifying claim results in a final order awarding compensation, the liable operator shall reimburse the fund for any fees or expenses paid under this section, subject to enforcement by the Secretary under section 424 and in the same manner as compensation orders are enforced under section 21(d) of the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act (33 U.S.C. 921(d)). Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall-- (1) carry out a review of interim benefit payments under the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 901 et seq.) is made with respect to such survivor, file a subsequent claim for benefits under such Act; and (4) submit to Congress reports on the results of the reviews under paragraphs (1), (2), and (3).

To amend the Black Lung Benefits Act to ease the benefits process for survivors of miners whose deaths were due to pneumoconiosis. a) Rebuttable Presumptions for a Death Due to Pneumoconiosis.-- (1) Rebuttable presumption for a deceased miner employed for not less than 10 years in a coal mine.--Section 411(c)(2) of the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 921(c)(2)) is amended by striking the second sentence. ( is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. ``(a) Program Established.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Relief for Survivors of Miners Act of 2021, the Secretary shall establish a payment program to pay attorneys' fees and other reasonable and unreimbursed medical expenses incurred in establishing the claimant's case, using amounts from the fund, to the attorneys of claimants in qualifying claims. ``(B) Payment.--The Secretary shall, through the program under this section, pay any amounts approved under subparagraph (A). ``(3) Maximum.--The Secretary, through the program established under this section, shall for any single qualifying claim pay-- ``(A) not more than a total of $4,500 in attorneys' fees; and ``(B) not more than $3,000 in medical expenses. ``(c) Reimbursement of Funds.--In any case in which a qualifying claim results in a final order awarding compensation, the liable operator shall reimburse the fund for any fees or expenses paid under this section, subject to enforcement by the Secretary under section 424 and in the same manner as compensation orders are enforced under section 21(d) of the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act (33 U.S.C. 921(d)). is made with respect to such survivor, file a subsequent claim for benefits under such Act; and (4) submit to Congress reports on the results of the reviews under paragraphs (1), (2), and (3).

To amend the Black Lung Benefits Act to ease the benefits process for survivors of miners whose deaths were due to pneumoconiosis. 2) Rebuttable presumption for a disability due to pneumoconiosis.--Section 411(c) of the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 921(c)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(6) If a deceased miner was totally disabled due to pneumoconiosis during the life of such miner, there shall be a rebuttable presumption that the death of such miner was a death due to pneumoconiosis. (3) Effective date.--The amendments made by paragraphs (1) and (2) shall apply with respect to claims filed under part B or part C of the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 921 et seq., ``(a) Program Established.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Relief for Survivors of Miners Act of 2021, the Secretary shall establish a payment program to pay attorneys' fees and other reasonable and unreimbursed medical expenses incurred in establishing the claimant's case, using amounts from the fund, to the attorneys of claimants in qualifying claims. ``(b) Payments Authorized.-- ``(1) Attorneys' fees.-- ``(A) Approval.--If a claimant for benefits under this title obtains a proposed decision and order from a district director with an award of benefits for a qualifying claim, or an award for a qualifying claim before an administrative law judge-- ``(i) the district director may approve attorneys' fees for work done before such director in an amount not to exceed $1,500; and ``(ii) an administrative law judge may approve attorneys' fees for work done before such judge in an amount not to exceed $3,000. ``(B) Payment.--The Secretary shall, through the program under this section, pay any amounts approved under subparagraph (A). ``(3) Maximum.--The Secretary, through the program established under this section, shall for any single qualifying claim pay-- ``(A) not more than a total of $4,500 in attorneys' fees; and ``(B) not more than $3,000 in medical expenses. ``(c) Reimbursement of Funds.--In any case in which a qualifying claim results in a final order awarding compensation, the liable operator shall reimburse the fund for any fees or expenses paid under this section, subject to enforcement by the Secretary under section 424 and in the same manner as compensation orders are enforced under section 21(d) of the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act (33 U.S.C. 921(d)). Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall-- (1) carry out a review of interim benefit payments under the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 901 et seq.) is made with respect to such survivor, file a subsequent claim for benefits under such Act; and (4) submit to Congress reports on the results of the reviews under paragraphs (1), (2), and (3).

To amend the Black Lung Benefits Act to ease the benefits process for survivors of miners whose deaths were due to pneumoconiosis. a) Rebuttable Presumptions for a Death Due to Pneumoconiosis.-- (1) Rebuttable presumption for a deceased miner employed for not less than 10 years in a coal mine.--Section 411(c)(2) of the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 921(c)(2)) is amended by striking the second sentence. ( is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. ``(a) Program Established.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Relief for Survivors of Miners Act of 2021, the Secretary shall establish a payment program to pay attorneys' fees and other reasonable and unreimbursed medical expenses incurred in establishing the claimant's case, using amounts from the fund, to the attorneys of claimants in qualifying claims. ``(B) Payment.--The Secretary shall, through the program under this section, pay any amounts approved under subparagraph (A). ``(3) Maximum.--The Secretary, through the program established under this section, shall for any single qualifying claim pay-- ``(A) not more than a total of $4,500 in attorneys' fees; and ``(B) not more than $3,000 in medical expenses. ``(c) Reimbursement of Funds.--In any case in which a qualifying claim results in a final order awarding compensation, the liable operator shall reimburse the fund for any fees or expenses paid under this section, subject to enforcement by the Secretary under section 424 and in the same manner as compensation orders are enforced under section 21(d) of the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act (33 U.S.C. 921(d)). is made with respect to such survivor, file a subsequent claim for benefits under such Act; and (4) submit to Congress reports on the results of the reviews under paragraphs (1), (2), and (3).

To amend the Black Lung Benefits Act to ease the benefits process for survivors of miners whose deaths were due to pneumoconiosis. ``(a) Program Established.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Relief for Survivors of Miners Act of 2021, the Secretary shall establish a payment program to pay attorneys' fees and other reasonable and unreimbursed medical expenses incurred in establishing the claimant's case, using amounts from the fund, to the attorneys of claimants in qualifying claims. ``(b) Payments Authorized.-- ``(1) Attorneys' fees.-- ``(A) Approval.--If a claimant for benefits under this title obtains a proposed decision and order from a district director with an award of benefits for a qualifying claim, or an award for a qualifying claim before an administrative law judge-- ``(i) the district director may approve attorneys' fees for work done before such director in an amount not to exceed $1,500; and ``(ii) an administrative law judge may approve attorneys' fees for work done before such judge in an amount not to exceed $3,000. ``(B) Payment.--The Secretary shall, through the program under this section, pay any amounts approved under subparagraph (A). Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall-- (1) carry out a review of interim benefit payments under the Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 901 et seq.) is made with respect to such survivor, file a subsequent claim for benefits under such Act; and (4) submit to Congress reports on the results of the reviews under paragraphs (1), (2), and (3).

H.R.5653

Environmental Protection

Clean Water Allotment Modernization Act of 2021 This bill revises the formula the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) uses to determine how to distribute funds from the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (SRF) program. Under the program, the EPA allocates funding to states for water quality infrastructure projects, such as wastewater systems and stormwater management projects. In FY2022-FY2026, the EPA must provide an initial allotment to each state that is equal to the amount the state received in FY2023. The EPA must also provide an additional allotment to each state that is based on its share of the U.S. population. In FY2027 and each subsequent fiscal year, the EPA must use an updated allotment formula, which is based on the needs of states as identified in the most recently available clean watersheds needs survey. Beginning in FY2022, the formula must also provide allotments for Indian tribes and territories. In addition, the formula must provide an allotment for EPA's oversight of SRF projects to ensure they use American iron and steel.

To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to modify certain allotments under that 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 ``Clean Water Allotment Modernization Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. MODIFICATION TO ALLOTMENTS UNDER THE FEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ACT. Section 205 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1285) is amended by striking the section designation and heading and all that follows through the end of subsection (a) and inserting the following: ``SEC. 205. ALLOTMENTS. ``(a) In General.-- ``(1) Definitions.--In this subsection: ``(A) Buy american oversight.--The term `Buy American oversight' means any activity carried out by the Administrator for the purposes of management or oversight with respect to section 608. ``(B) Clean watersheds needs survey.--The term `clean watersheds needs survey' means the detailed estimate prepared by the Administrator under section 516(b)(1)(B). ``(C) State.--The term `State' means-- ``(i) each of the 50 States; ``(ii) the District of Columbia; and ``(iii) the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. ``(D) United states territory.--The term `United States territory' means-- ``(i) American Samoa; ``(ii) the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands; ``(iii) the United States Virgin Islands; and ``(iv) Guam. ``(2) Fiscal years 2022 through 2026.-- ``(A) Buy american oversight.--For each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year, the Administrator shall provide an allotment of not less than 0.1 percent for Buy American oversight. ``(B) Initial allotments to states.--For each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year, the Administrator shall provide an allotment to each State in an amount that is not less than the amount received by the State under this section in fiscal year 2021. ``(C) Additional allotments to states.-- Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year that remain available after application of subparagraph (B), the Administrator shall provide an additional allotment to each State in an amount that is based on the proportion that, as determined using the most recently published annual estimate of the Bureau of the Census-- ``(i) the population of the State; bears to ``(ii) the total population of all States. ``(D) Allotments to indian tribes.--For each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year, the Administrator shall provide an allotment of 2 percent to Indian tribes. ``(E) Allotments to united states territories.--For each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year, the Administrator shall provide an allotment of 1.5 percent to United States territories. ``(3) Subsequent fiscal years.-- ``(A) In general.--For fiscal year 2027 and each fiscal year thereafter, in allotting amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year, the Administrator shall use an updated allotment formula consistent with subparagraph (B). ``(B) Formula.-- ``(i) Development.--The Administrator shall, by regulation, develop a formula-- ``(I) for the calculation of allotments of amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year to States in accordance with clause (ii); and ``(II) that includes allotments of amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year-- ``(aa) to provide to Indian tribes in accordance with clause (iii); ``(bb) to provide to United States territories in accordance with clause (iv); and ``(cc) for Buy American oversight in accordance with clause (v). ``(ii) Allotments for states.--In developing the formula required under subparagraph (A) for the allotments described in clause (i)(I), the Administrator shall-- ``(I) base the formula on the needs of the States, as identified in the most recently available clean watersheds needs survey; and ``(II) ensure that each State receives not less than 1 percent of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year. ``(iii) Allotments for indian tribes.--In developing the formula required under subparagraph (A) for the allotments described in clause (i)(II)(aa), the Administrator shall provide 2 percent of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year to Indian tribes. ``(iv) Allotments for united states territories.--In developing the formula required under subparagraph (A) for the allotments described in clause (i)(II)(bb), the Administrator shall provide 1.5 percent of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year to United States territories. ``(v) Buy american oversight.--In developing the formula required under subparagraph (A) for the allotments described in clause (i)(II)(cc), the Administrator shall ensure that 0.1 percent of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year are used for Buy American oversight. ``(C) Timeline.-- ``(i) Initial formula.--The Administrator shall develop the initial formula required under subparagraph (A) by not later than September 30, 2026, to ensure that the formula is in effect for fiscal year 2027. ``(ii) Updates required.--After developing the formula required under subparagraph (A) by the date described in clause (i), the Administrator shall update that formula by not later than the date that is 1 year after the date on which the Administrator submits a new clean watersheds needs survey to Congress. ``(4) Savings provision.--To the extent practicable, the Administrator shall continue developing the allotment formula under paragraph (2) until the date on which the Administrator submits to Congress a new clean watersheds needs survey for purposes of the formula required under paragraph (3)(A).''. SEC. 3. CLEAN WATERSHEDS NEEDS SURVEY. Section 516(b) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1375(b)) is amended-- (1) by striking paragraph (2); (2) in paragraph (1)-- (A) in the third sentence, by striking ``Whenever the Administrator,'' and inserting the following: ``(3) Submission to congress.--Whenever the Administrator,''; and (B) in the second sentence, by striking ``The Administrator shall'' and inserting the following: ``(2) Deadline.--The Administrator shall''; (3) by striking the subsection designation and all that follows through ``The Administrator,'' in paragraph (1) and inserting the following: ``(b) Estimates; Studies; Analyses.-- ``(1) In general.--The Administrator,''; and (4) in paragraph (1) (as so amended)-- (A) by striking ``; and (D) a comprehensive'' and inserting the following: ``; and ``(D) a comprehensive''; (B) by striking ``(C) a comprehensive'' and inserting the following: ``(C) a comprehensive''; (C) by striking ``(B) a detailed estimate'' and all that follows through ``in each of the States;'' and inserting the following: ``(B) a detailed estimate, biennially revised, of the cost of construction of all planned publicly owned treatment works in each State, and all needed publicly owned treatment works in each State, which shall include a detailed estimate of-- ``(i) the cost of construction for rehabilitating or upgrading all existing publicly owned treatment works (excluding any pipe or other device or system for the conveyance of wastewater) every 20 years, including the cost of implementing measures necessary to address the resilience and sustainability of publicly owned treatment works to manmade or natural disasters; and ``(ii) the cost of construction for replacing 10 percent of existing publicly owned pipes and other devices and systems for the conveyance of wastewater to publicly owned treatment works over the 20-year period following the date of the estimate;''; and (D) by striking ``shall make (A) a detailed estimate'' and inserting the following: ``shall make-- ``(A) a detailed estimate''. SEC. 4. ADDITIONAL ELIGIBLE USE OF ALLOTTED FUNDS. Section 603 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1383) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(k) Additional Eligible Use of Allotted Funds.--Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, each fiscal year, a State may reserve up to 0.5 percent of the amounts allotted to the State under this title and section 205(m) for that fiscal year to carry out activities necessary to create the detailed estimate under section 516(b)(1)(B).''. <all>

Clean Water Allotment Modernization Act of 2021

To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to modify certain allotments under that Act, and for other purposes.

Clean Water Allotment Modernization Act of 2021

Rep. Waltz, Michael

R

FL

This bill revises the formula the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) uses to determine how to distribute funds from the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (SRF) program. Under the program, the EPA allocates funding to states for water quality infrastructure projects, such as wastewater systems and stormwater management projects. In FY2022-FY2026, the EPA must provide an initial allotment to each state that is equal to the amount the state received in FY2023. The EPA must also provide an additional allotment to each state that is based on its share of the U.S. population. In FY2027 and each subsequent fiscal year, the EPA must use an updated allotment formula, which is based on the needs of states as identified in the most recently available clean watersheds needs survey. Beginning in FY2022, the formula must also provide allotments for Indian tribes and territories. In addition, the formula must provide an allotment for EPA's oversight of SRF projects to ensure they use American iron and steel.

SHORT TITLE. 2. Section 205 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. ALLOTMENTS. ``(a) In General.-- ``(1) Definitions.--In this subsection: ``(A) Buy american oversight.--The term `Buy American oversight' means any activity carried out by the Administrator for the purposes of management or oversight with respect to section 608. ``(D) United states territory.--The term `United States territory' means-- ``(i) American Samoa; ``(ii) the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands; ``(iii) the United States Virgin Islands; and ``(iv) Guam. ``(B) Initial allotments to states.--For each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year, the Administrator shall provide an allotment to each State in an amount that is not less than the amount received by the State under this section in fiscal year 2021. ``(ii) Updates required.--After developing the formula required under subparagraph (A) by the date described in clause (i), the Administrator shall update that formula by not later than the date that is 1 year after the date on which the Administrator submits a new clean watersheds needs survey to Congress. 3. CLEAN WATERSHEDS NEEDS SURVEY. 1375(b)) is amended-- (1) by striking paragraph (2); (2) in paragraph (1)-- (A) in the third sentence, by striking ``Whenever the Administrator,'' and inserting the following: ``(3) Submission to congress.--Whenever the Administrator,''; and (B) in the second sentence, by striking ``The Administrator shall'' and inserting the following: ``(2) Deadline.--The Administrator shall''; (3) by striking the subsection designation and all that follows through ``The Administrator,'' in paragraph (1) and inserting the following: ``(b) Estimates; Studies; Analyses.-- ``(1) In general.--The Administrator,''; and (4) in paragraph (1) (as so amended)-- (A) by striking ``; and (D) a comprehensive'' and inserting the following: ``; and ``(D) a comprehensive''; (B) by striking ``(C) a comprehensive'' and inserting the following: ``(C) a comprehensive''; (C) by striking ``(B) a detailed estimate'' and all that follows through ``in each of the States;'' and inserting the following: ``(B) a detailed estimate, biennially revised, of the cost of construction of all planned publicly owned treatment works in each State, and all needed publicly owned treatment works in each State, which shall include a detailed estimate of-- ``(i) the cost of construction for rehabilitating or upgrading all existing publicly owned treatment works (excluding any pipe or other device or system for the conveyance of wastewater) every 20 years, including the cost of implementing measures necessary to address the resilience and sustainability of publicly owned treatment works to manmade or natural disasters; and ``(ii) the cost of construction for replacing 10 percent of existing publicly owned pipes and other devices and systems for the conveyance of wastewater to publicly owned treatment works over the 20-year period following the date of the estimate;''; and (D) by striking ``shall make (A) a detailed estimate'' and inserting the following: ``shall make-- ``(A) a detailed estimate''. SEC. ADDITIONAL ELIGIBLE USE OF ALLOTTED FUNDS.

2. Section 205 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. ALLOTMENTS. ``(a) In General.-- ``(1) Definitions.--In this subsection: ``(A) Buy american oversight.--The term `Buy American oversight' means any activity carried out by the Administrator for the purposes of management or oversight with respect to section 608. ``(B) Initial allotments to states.--For each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year, the Administrator shall provide an allotment to each State in an amount that is not less than the amount received by the State under this section in fiscal year 2021. ``(ii) Updates required.--After developing the formula required under subparagraph (A) by the date described in clause (i), the Administrator shall update that formula by not later than the date that is 1 year after the date on which the Administrator submits a new clean watersheds needs survey to Congress. 3. CLEAN WATERSHEDS NEEDS SURVEY. SEC.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. 2. Section 205 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. ALLOTMENTS. ``(a) In General.-- ``(1) Definitions.--In this subsection: ``(A) Buy american oversight.--The term `Buy American oversight' means any activity carried out by the Administrator for the purposes of management or oversight with respect to section 608. ``(D) United states territory.--The term `United States territory' means-- ``(i) American Samoa; ``(ii) the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands; ``(iii) the United States Virgin Islands; and ``(iv) Guam. ``(B) Initial allotments to states.--For each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year, the Administrator shall provide an allotment to each State in an amount that is not less than the amount received by the State under this section in fiscal year 2021. ``(D) Allotments to indian tribes.--For each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year, the Administrator shall provide an allotment of 2 percent to Indian tribes. ``(B) Formula.-- ``(i) Development.--The Administrator shall, by regulation, develop a formula-- ``(I) for the calculation of allotments of amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year to States in accordance with clause (ii); and ``(II) that includes allotments of amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year-- ``(aa) to provide to Indian tribes in accordance with clause (iii); ``(bb) to provide to United States territories in accordance with clause (iv); and ``(cc) for Buy American oversight in accordance with clause (v). ``(ii) Updates required.--After developing the formula required under subparagraph (A) by the date described in clause (i), the Administrator shall update that formula by not later than the date that is 1 year after the date on which the Administrator submits a new clean watersheds needs survey to Congress. 3. CLEAN WATERSHEDS NEEDS SURVEY. 1375(b)) is amended-- (1) by striking paragraph (2); (2) in paragraph (1)-- (A) in the third sentence, by striking ``Whenever the Administrator,'' and inserting the following: ``(3) Submission to congress.--Whenever the Administrator,''; and (B) in the second sentence, by striking ``The Administrator shall'' and inserting the following: ``(2) Deadline.--The Administrator shall''; (3) by striking the subsection designation and all that follows through ``The Administrator,'' in paragraph (1) and inserting the following: ``(b) Estimates; Studies; Analyses.-- ``(1) In general.--The Administrator,''; and (4) in paragraph (1) (as so amended)-- (A) by striking ``; and (D) a comprehensive'' and inserting the following: ``; and ``(D) a comprehensive''; (B) by striking ``(C) a comprehensive'' and inserting the following: ``(C) a comprehensive''; (C) by striking ``(B) a detailed estimate'' and all that follows through ``in each of the States;'' and inserting the following: ``(B) a detailed estimate, biennially revised, of the cost of construction of all planned publicly owned treatment works in each State, and all needed publicly owned treatment works in each State, which shall include a detailed estimate of-- ``(i) the cost of construction for rehabilitating or upgrading all existing publicly owned treatment works (excluding any pipe or other device or system for the conveyance of wastewater) every 20 years, including the cost of implementing measures necessary to address the resilience and sustainability of publicly owned treatment works to manmade or natural disasters; and ``(ii) the cost of construction for replacing 10 percent of existing publicly owned pipes and other devices and systems for the conveyance of wastewater to publicly owned treatment works over the 20-year period following the date of the estimate;''; and (D) by striking ``shall make (A) a detailed estimate'' and inserting the following: ``shall make-- ``(A) a detailed estimate''. SEC. ADDITIONAL ELIGIBLE USE OF ALLOTTED FUNDS. 1383) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(k) Additional Eligible Use of Allotted Funds.--Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, each fiscal year, a State may reserve up to 0.5 percent of the amounts allotted to the State under this title and section 205(m) for that fiscal year to carry out activities necessary to create the detailed estimate under section 516(b)(1)(B).''.

To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to modify certain allotments under that 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 ``Clean Water Allotment Modernization Act of 2021''. 2. Section 205 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1285) is amended by striking the section designation and heading and all that follows through the end of subsection (a) and inserting the following: ``SEC. ALLOTMENTS. ``(a) In General.-- ``(1) Definitions.--In this subsection: ``(A) Buy american oversight.--The term `Buy American oversight' means any activity carried out by the Administrator for the purposes of management or oversight with respect to section 608. ``(C) State.--The term `State' means-- ``(i) each of the 50 States; ``(ii) the District of Columbia; and ``(iii) the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. ``(D) United states territory.--The term `United States territory' means-- ``(i) American Samoa; ``(ii) the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands; ``(iii) the United States Virgin Islands; and ``(iv) Guam. ``(B) Initial allotments to states.--For each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year, the Administrator shall provide an allotment to each State in an amount that is not less than the amount received by the State under this section in fiscal year 2021. ``(C) Additional allotments to states.-- Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year that remain available after application of subparagraph (B), the Administrator shall provide an additional allotment to each State in an amount that is based on the proportion that, as determined using the most recently published annual estimate of the Bureau of the Census-- ``(i) the population of the State; bears to ``(ii) the total population of all States. ``(D) Allotments to indian tribes.--For each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year, the Administrator shall provide an allotment of 2 percent to Indian tribes. ``(3) Subsequent fiscal years.-- ``(A) In general.--For fiscal year 2027 and each fiscal year thereafter, in allotting amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year, the Administrator shall use an updated allotment formula consistent with subparagraph (B). ``(B) Formula.-- ``(i) Development.--The Administrator shall, by regulation, develop a formula-- ``(I) for the calculation of allotments of amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year to States in accordance with clause (ii); and ``(II) that includes allotments of amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year-- ``(aa) to provide to Indian tribes in accordance with clause (iii); ``(bb) to provide to United States territories in accordance with clause (iv); and ``(cc) for Buy American oversight in accordance with clause (v). ``(C) Timeline.-- ``(i) Initial formula.--The Administrator shall develop the initial formula required under subparagraph (A) by not later than September 30, 2026, to ensure that the formula is in effect for fiscal year 2027. ``(ii) Updates required.--After developing the formula required under subparagraph (A) by the date described in clause (i), the Administrator shall update that formula by not later than the date that is 1 year after the date on which the Administrator submits a new clean watersheds needs survey to Congress. 3. CLEAN WATERSHEDS NEEDS SURVEY. 1375(b)) is amended-- (1) by striking paragraph (2); (2) in paragraph (1)-- (A) in the third sentence, by striking ``Whenever the Administrator,'' and inserting the following: ``(3) Submission to congress.--Whenever the Administrator,''; and (B) in the second sentence, by striking ``The Administrator shall'' and inserting the following: ``(2) Deadline.--The Administrator shall''; (3) by striking the subsection designation and all that follows through ``The Administrator,'' in paragraph (1) and inserting the following: ``(b) Estimates; Studies; Analyses.-- ``(1) In general.--The Administrator,''; and (4) in paragraph (1) (as so amended)-- (A) by striking ``; and (D) a comprehensive'' and inserting the following: ``; and ``(D) a comprehensive''; (B) by striking ``(C) a comprehensive'' and inserting the following: ``(C) a comprehensive''; (C) by striking ``(B) a detailed estimate'' and all that follows through ``in each of the States;'' and inserting the following: ``(B) a detailed estimate, biennially revised, of the cost of construction of all planned publicly owned treatment works in each State, and all needed publicly owned treatment works in each State, which shall include a detailed estimate of-- ``(i) the cost of construction for rehabilitating or upgrading all existing publicly owned treatment works (excluding any pipe or other device or system for the conveyance of wastewater) every 20 years, including the cost of implementing measures necessary to address the resilience and sustainability of publicly owned treatment works to manmade or natural disasters; and ``(ii) the cost of construction for replacing 10 percent of existing publicly owned pipes and other devices and systems for the conveyance of wastewater to publicly owned treatment works over the 20-year period following the date of the estimate;''; and (D) by striking ``shall make (A) a detailed estimate'' and inserting the following: ``shall make-- ``(A) a detailed estimate''. SEC. ADDITIONAL ELIGIBLE USE OF ALLOTTED FUNDS. 1383) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(k) Additional Eligible Use of Allotted Funds.--Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, each fiscal year, a State may reserve up to 0.5 percent of the amounts allotted to the State under this title and section 205(m) for that fiscal year to carry out activities necessary to create the detailed estimate under section 516(b)(1)(B).''.

To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to modify certain allotments under that Act, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.-- ``(1) Definitions.--In this subsection: ``(A) Buy american oversight.--The term `Buy American oversight' means any activity carried out by the Administrator for the purposes of management or oversight with respect to section 608. ``(2) Fiscal years 2022 through 2026.-- ``(A) Buy american oversight.--For each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year, the Administrator shall provide an allotment of not less than 0.1 percent for Buy American oversight. ``(B) Initial allotments to states.--For each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year, the Administrator shall provide an allotment to each State in an amount that is not less than the amount received by the State under this section in fiscal year 2021. ``(E) Allotments to united states territories.--For each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year, the Administrator shall provide an allotment of 1.5 percent to United States territories. ``(ii) Allotments for states.--In developing the formula required under subparagraph (A) for the allotments described in clause (i)(I), the Administrator shall-- ``(I) base the formula on the needs of the States, as identified in the most recently available clean watersheds needs survey; and ``(II) ensure that each State receives not less than 1 percent of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year. ``(iii) Allotments for indian tribes.--In developing the formula required under subparagraph (A) for the allotments described in clause (i)(II)(aa), the Administrator shall provide 2 percent of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year to Indian tribes. ``(v) Buy american oversight.--In developing the formula required under subparagraph (A) for the allotments described in clause (i)(II)(cc), the Administrator shall ensure that 0.1 percent of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year are used for Buy American oversight. ``(4) Savings provision.--To the extent practicable, the Administrator shall continue developing the allotment formula under paragraph (2) until the date on which the Administrator submits to Congress a new clean watersheds needs survey for purposes of the formula required under paragraph (3)(A).''. CLEAN WATERSHEDS NEEDS SURVEY. ADDITIONAL ELIGIBLE USE OF ALLOTTED FUNDS. Section 603 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1383) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(k) Additional Eligible Use of Allotted Funds.--Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, each fiscal year, a State may reserve up to 0.5 percent of the amounts allotted to the State under this title and section 205(m) for that fiscal year to carry out activities necessary to create the detailed estimate under section 516(b)(1)(B).''.

To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to modify certain allotments under that Act, and for other purposes. ``(C) State.--The term `State' means-- ``(i) each of the 50 States; ``(ii) the District of Columbia; and ``(iii) the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. ``(2) Fiscal years 2022 through 2026.-- ``(A) Buy american oversight.--For each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year, the Administrator shall provide an allotment of not less than 0.1 percent for Buy American oversight. ``(C) Additional allotments to states.-- Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year that remain available after application of subparagraph (B), the Administrator shall provide an additional allotment to each State in an amount that is based on the proportion that, as determined using the most recently published annual estimate of the Bureau of the Census-- ``(i) the population of the State; bears to ``(ii) the total population of all States. ``(3) Subsequent fiscal years.-- ``(A) In general.--For fiscal year 2027 and each fiscal year thereafter, in allotting amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year, the Administrator shall use an updated allotment formula consistent with subparagraph (B). ``(iii) Allotments for indian tribes.--In developing the formula required under subparagraph (A) for the allotments described in clause (i)(II)(aa), the Administrator shall provide 2 percent of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year to Indian tribes. ``(v) Buy american oversight.--In developing the formula required under subparagraph (A) for the allotments described in clause (i)(II)(cc), the Administrator shall ensure that 0.1 percent of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year are used for Buy American oversight. ADDITIONAL ELIGIBLE USE OF ALLOTTED FUNDS. Section 603 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1383) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(k) Additional Eligible Use of Allotted Funds.--Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, each fiscal year, a State may reserve up to 0.5 percent of the amounts allotted to the State under this title and section 205(m) for that fiscal year to carry out activities necessary to create the detailed estimate under section 516(b)(1)(B).''.

To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to modify certain allotments under that Act, and for other purposes. ``(C) State.--The term `State' means-- ``(i) each of the 50 States; ``(ii) the District of Columbia; and ``(iii) the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. ``(2) Fiscal years 2022 through 2026.-- ``(A) Buy american oversight.--For each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year, the Administrator shall provide an allotment of not less than 0.1 percent for Buy American oversight. ``(C) Additional allotments to states.-- Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year that remain available after application of subparagraph (B), the Administrator shall provide an additional allotment to each State in an amount that is based on the proportion that, as determined using the most recently published annual estimate of the Bureau of the Census-- ``(i) the population of the State; bears to ``(ii) the total population of all States. ``(3) Subsequent fiscal years.-- ``(A) In general.--For fiscal year 2027 and each fiscal year thereafter, in allotting amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year, the Administrator shall use an updated allotment formula consistent with subparagraph (B). ``(iii) Allotments for indian tribes.--In developing the formula required under subparagraph (A) for the allotments described in clause (i)(II)(aa), the Administrator shall provide 2 percent of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year to Indian tribes. ``(v) Buy american oversight.--In developing the formula required under subparagraph (A) for the allotments described in clause (i)(II)(cc), the Administrator shall ensure that 0.1 percent of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year are used for Buy American oversight. ADDITIONAL ELIGIBLE USE OF ALLOTTED FUNDS. Section 603 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1383) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(k) Additional Eligible Use of Allotted Funds.--Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, each fiscal year, a State may reserve up to 0.5 percent of the amounts allotted to the State under this title and section 205(m) for that fiscal year to carry out activities necessary to create the detailed estimate under section 516(b)(1)(B).''.

To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to modify certain allotments under that Act, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.-- ``(1) Definitions.--In this subsection: ``(A) Buy american oversight.--The term `Buy American oversight' means any activity carried out by the Administrator for the purposes of management or oversight with respect to section 608. ``(2) Fiscal years 2022 through 2026.-- ``(A) Buy american oversight.--For each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year, the Administrator shall provide an allotment of not less than 0.1 percent for Buy American oversight. ``(B) Initial allotments to states.--For each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year, the Administrator shall provide an allotment to each State in an amount that is not less than the amount received by the State under this section in fiscal year 2021. ``(E) Allotments to united states territories.--For each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year, the Administrator shall provide an allotment of 1.5 percent to United States territories. ``(ii) Allotments for states.--In developing the formula required under subparagraph (A) for the allotments described in clause (i)(I), the Administrator shall-- ``(I) base the formula on the needs of the States, as identified in the most recently available clean watersheds needs survey; and ``(II) ensure that each State receives not less than 1 percent of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year. ``(iii) Allotments for indian tribes.--In developing the formula required under subparagraph (A) for the allotments described in clause (i)(II)(aa), the Administrator shall provide 2 percent of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year to Indian tribes. ``(v) Buy american oversight.--In developing the formula required under subparagraph (A) for the allotments described in clause (i)(II)(cc), the Administrator shall ensure that 0.1 percent of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year are used for Buy American oversight. ``(4) Savings provision.--To the extent practicable, the Administrator shall continue developing the allotment formula under paragraph (2) until the date on which the Administrator submits to Congress a new clean watersheds needs survey for purposes of the formula required under paragraph (3)(A).''. CLEAN WATERSHEDS NEEDS SURVEY. ADDITIONAL ELIGIBLE USE OF ALLOTTED FUNDS. Section 603 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1383) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(k) Additional Eligible Use of Allotted Funds.--Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, each fiscal year, a State may reserve up to 0.5 percent of the amounts allotted to the State under this title and section 205(m) for that fiscal year to carry out activities necessary to create the detailed estimate under section 516(b)(1)(B).''.

To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to modify certain allotments under that Act, and for other purposes. ``(C) State.--The term `State' means-- ``(i) each of the 50 States; ``(ii) the District of Columbia; and ``(iii) the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. ``(2) Fiscal years 2022 through 2026.-- ``(A) Buy american oversight.--For each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year, the Administrator shall provide an allotment of not less than 0.1 percent for Buy American oversight. ``(C) Additional allotments to states.-- Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year that remain available after application of subparagraph (B), the Administrator shall provide an additional allotment to each State in an amount that is based on the proportion that, as determined using the most recently published annual estimate of the Bureau of the Census-- ``(i) the population of the State; bears to ``(ii) the total population of all States. ``(3) Subsequent fiscal years.-- ``(A) In general.--For fiscal year 2027 and each fiscal year thereafter, in allotting amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year, the Administrator shall use an updated allotment formula consistent with subparagraph (B). ``(iii) Allotments for indian tribes.--In developing the formula required under subparagraph (A) for the allotments described in clause (i)(II)(aa), the Administrator shall provide 2 percent of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year to Indian tribes. ``(v) Buy american oversight.--In developing the formula required under subparagraph (A) for the allotments described in clause (i)(II)(cc), the Administrator shall ensure that 0.1 percent of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year are used for Buy American oversight. ADDITIONAL ELIGIBLE USE OF ALLOTTED FUNDS. Section 603 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1383) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(k) Additional Eligible Use of Allotted Funds.--Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, each fiscal year, a State may reserve up to 0.5 percent of the amounts allotted to the State under this title and section 205(m) for that fiscal year to carry out activities necessary to create the detailed estimate under section 516(b)(1)(B).''.

To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to modify certain allotments under that Act, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.-- ``(1) Definitions.--In this subsection: ``(A) Buy american oversight.--The term `Buy American oversight' means any activity carried out by the Administrator for the purposes of management or oversight with respect to section 608. ``(2) Fiscal years 2022 through 2026.-- ``(A) Buy american oversight.--For each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year, the Administrator shall provide an allotment of not less than 0.1 percent for Buy American oversight. ``(B) Initial allotments to states.--For each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year, the Administrator shall provide an allotment to each State in an amount that is not less than the amount received by the State under this section in fiscal year 2021. ``(E) Allotments to united states territories.--For each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year, the Administrator shall provide an allotment of 1.5 percent to United States territories. ``(ii) Allotments for states.--In developing the formula required under subparagraph (A) for the allotments described in clause (i)(I), the Administrator shall-- ``(I) base the formula on the needs of the States, as identified in the most recently available clean watersheds needs survey; and ``(II) ensure that each State receives not less than 1 percent of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year. ``(iii) Allotments for indian tribes.--In developing the formula required under subparagraph (A) for the allotments described in clause (i)(II)(aa), the Administrator shall provide 2 percent of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year to Indian tribes. ``(v) Buy american oversight.--In developing the formula required under subparagraph (A) for the allotments described in clause (i)(II)(cc), the Administrator shall ensure that 0.1 percent of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year are used for Buy American oversight. ``(4) Savings provision.--To the extent practicable, the Administrator shall continue developing the allotment formula under paragraph (2) until the date on which the Administrator submits to Congress a new clean watersheds needs survey for purposes of the formula required under paragraph (3)(A).''. CLEAN WATERSHEDS NEEDS SURVEY. ADDITIONAL ELIGIBLE USE OF ALLOTTED FUNDS. Section 603 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1383) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(k) Additional Eligible Use of Allotted Funds.--Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, each fiscal year, a State may reserve up to 0.5 percent of the amounts allotted to the State under this title and section 205(m) for that fiscal year to carry out activities necessary to create the detailed estimate under section 516(b)(1)(B).''.

To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to modify certain allotments under that Act, and for other purposes. ``(C) State.--The term `State' means-- ``(i) each of the 50 States; ``(ii) the District of Columbia; and ``(iii) the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. ``(2) Fiscal years 2022 through 2026.-- ``(A) Buy american oversight.--For each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year, the Administrator shall provide an allotment of not less than 0.1 percent for Buy American oversight. ``(C) Additional allotments to states.-- Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year that remain available after application of subparagraph (B), the Administrator shall provide an additional allotment to each State in an amount that is based on the proportion that, as determined using the most recently published annual estimate of the Bureau of the Census-- ``(i) the population of the State; bears to ``(ii) the total population of all States. ``(3) Subsequent fiscal years.-- ``(A) In general.--For fiscal year 2027 and each fiscal year thereafter, in allotting amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year, the Administrator shall use an updated allotment formula consistent with subparagraph (B). ``(iii) Allotments for indian tribes.--In developing the formula required under subparagraph (A) for the allotments described in clause (i)(II)(aa), the Administrator shall provide 2 percent of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year to Indian tribes. ``(v) Buy american oversight.--In developing the formula required under subparagraph (A) for the allotments described in clause (i)(II)(cc), the Administrator shall ensure that 0.1 percent of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year are used for Buy American oversight. ADDITIONAL ELIGIBLE USE OF ALLOTTED FUNDS. Section 603 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1383) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(k) Additional Eligible Use of Allotted Funds.--Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, each fiscal year, a State may reserve up to 0.5 percent of the amounts allotted to the State under this title and section 205(m) for that fiscal year to carry out activities necessary to create the detailed estimate under section 516(b)(1)(B).''.

To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to modify certain allotments under that Act, and for other purposes. ``(2) Fiscal years 2022 through 2026.-- ``(A) Buy american oversight.--For each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year, the Administrator shall provide an allotment of not less than 0.1 percent for Buy American oversight. ``(ii) Allotments for states.--In developing the formula required under subparagraph (A) for the allotments described in clause (i)(I), the Administrator shall-- ``(I) base the formula on the needs of the States, as identified in the most recently available clean watersheds needs survey; and ``(II) ensure that each State receives not less than 1 percent of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year. ``(v) Buy american oversight.--In developing the formula required under subparagraph (A) for the allotments described in clause (i)(II)(cc), the Administrator shall ensure that 0.1 percent of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year are used for Buy American oversight. 1383) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(k) Additional Eligible Use of Allotted Funds.--Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, each fiscal year, a State may reserve up to 0.5 percent of the amounts allotted to the State under this title and section 205(m) for that fiscal year to carry out activities necessary to create the detailed estimate under section 516(b)(1)(B). ''.

To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to modify certain allotments under that Act, and for other purposes. ``(v) Buy american oversight.--In developing the formula required under subparagraph (A) for the allotments described in clause (i)(II)(cc), the Administrator shall ensure that 0.1 percent of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year are used for Buy American oversight. 1383) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(k) Additional Eligible Use of Allotted Funds.--Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, each fiscal year, a State may reserve up to 0.5 percent of the amounts allotted to the State under this title and section 205(m) for that fiscal year to carry out activities necessary to create the detailed estimate under section 516(b)(1)(B). ''.

To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to modify certain allotments under that Act, and for other purposes. ``(2) Fiscal years 2022 through 2026.-- ``(A) Buy american oversight.--For each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year, the Administrator shall provide an allotment of not less than 0.1 percent for Buy American oversight. ``(ii) Allotments for states.--In developing the formula required under subparagraph (A) for the allotments described in clause (i)(I), the Administrator shall-- ``(I) base the formula on the needs of the States, as identified in the most recently available clean watersheds needs survey; and ``(II) ensure that each State receives not less than 1 percent of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year. ``(v) Buy american oversight.--In developing the formula required under subparagraph (A) for the allotments described in clause (i)(II)(cc), the Administrator shall ensure that 0.1 percent of the amounts made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year are used for Buy American oversight. 1383) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(k) Additional Eligible Use of Allotted Funds.--Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, each fiscal year, a State may reserve up to 0.5 percent of the amounts allotted to the State under this title and section 205(m) for that fiscal year to carry out activities necessary to create the detailed estimate under section 516(b)(1)(B). ''.

S.1448

Education

Net Price Calculator Improvement Act This bill establishes requirements concerning the information that must be provided to prospective students about the cost of attendance at an institution of higher education (IHE). Specifically, the bill establishes the minimum requirements for the net price calculator that an IHE must include on its website. An IHE's net price is the average yearly price actually charged to first-time, full-time undergraduate students receiving student aid at the IHE after deducting such aid. The bill also authorizes the Department of Education to develop a universal net price calculator that enables users to answer one set of questions and receive net prices for several IHEs and compare those prices.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to make technical improvements to the Net Price Calculator system so that prospective students may have a more accurate understanding of the true cost of college. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Net Price Calculator Improvement Act''. SEC. 2. MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR NET PRICE CALCULATORS. Section 132(h) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1015a(h)) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraph (4) as paragraph (6); (2) in paragraph (2), by inserting before the period ``, and, not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Net Price Calculator Improvement Act, shall meet the requirements of paragraph (4)(C)''; (3) in paragraph (3), by inserting after the first sentence the following: ``Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Net Price Calculator Improvement Act, such calculator shall meet the requirements of paragraph (4).''; and (4) by inserting after paragraph (3) the following: ``(4) Minimum requirements for net price calculators.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Net Price Calculator Improvement Act, a net price calculator for an institution of higher education shall, at a minimum, meet the following requirements: ``(A) The link for the calculator-- ``(i) is clearly labeled as a `net price calculator' and prominently, clearly, and conspicuously (in such size and contrast (such as shade) that it is readily noticeable and readable) posted in locations on the institution's website where information on costs and aid is provided (such as financial aid, prospective students, or tuition and fees web pages); ``(ii) matches in size and font to the other prominent links on the primary menu; and ``(iii) may also be included on the institution's compliance web page, which contains information relating to compliance with Federal, State, and local laws. ``(B) The input screen for the net price calculator displays a chart of the net prices for students receiving Federal student financial aid under title IV (as required by subsection (i)(5)) for the most recent academic year for which data are available, disaggregated by income categories. ``(C) The results screen for the calculator specifies the following information: ``(i) The individual net price (as calculated under paragraph (2)) for the individual student, which is the most visually prominent figure on the results screen, including a statement of-- ``(I) the year for which the net price applies; and ``(II) the year from which the data was used to determine that net price. ``(ii) Cost of attendance, including-- ``(I) the total estimated cost for a student to complete the program of study, based on normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's particular program of study; ``(II) the total annual cost of attendance; ``(III) annual tuition and fees; ``(IV) average annual cost of room and board for the institution for a first-time, full-time undergraduate student enrolled in the institution; ``(V) average annual cost of books and supplies for a first-time, full- time undergraduate student enrolled in the institution; ``(VI) estimated annual cost of other expenses (including personal expenses and transportation) for a first-time, full-time undergraduate student enrolled in the institution; and ``(VII) a statement of-- ``(aa) the year for which each cost described in this clause applies; and ``(bb) the year from which the data was used to determine each cost described in this clause. ``(iii) Estimated total need-based grant aid and merit-based grant aid, from Federal, State, and institutional sources, that may be available to the individual student, showing the subtotal for each category and the total of all sources of grant aid, and disaggregated by academic year for normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's particular program of study. ``(iv) Percentage of the first-time, full- time undergraduate students enrolled in the institution who received any type of grant aid described in clause (iii), disaggregated by their first year and subsequent years of enrollment up to the number of years for normal completion of, or graduation from, their particular program of study. ``(v) The disclaimer described in paragraph (6). ``(vi) In the case of a calculator that-- ``(I) includes questions to estimate a student's (or prospective student's) eligibility for veterans' education benefits (as defined in section 480) or educational benefits for active duty service members, such benefits are displayed on the results screen in a manner that clearly distinguishes them from the grant aid described in clause (iii); or ``(II) does not include questions to estimate eligibility for the benefits described in subclause (I), the results screen indicates-- ``(aa) that certain students (or prospective students) may qualify for such benefits; ``(bb) states why the institution is not including questions to estimate a student's eligibility for such benefits; and ``(cc) includes a link to an appropriate Federal website that provides information about such benefits. ``(D) The institution populates the calculator with data from not earlier than 2 academic years prior to the most recent academic year. ``(5) Prohibition on use of data collected by the net price calculator.--A net price calculator for an institution of higher education shall-- ``(A) clearly indicate which questions are required to be completed for an estimate of the net price from the calculator; ``(B) in the case of a calculator that requests contact information from users, clearly mark such requests as `optional'; ``(C) prohibit any personally identifiable information provided by users from being sold or made available to third parties; and ``(D) clearly state `Any information that you provide on this site is confidential. The Net Price Calculator does not store your responses or require personal identifying information of any kind.'.''. SEC. 3. UNIVERSAL NET PRICE CALCULATOR. Section 132(h) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1015a(h)), as amended by section 2, is further amended by adding at the end the following: ``(7) Universal net price calculator.-- ``(A) In general.--The Secretary may develop a universal net price calculator that is housed within the Department of Education, with Department branding, and that may be based on or utilize an existing platform developed by a public or private entity, that-- ``(i) enables users to answer one set of questions and receive net prices for any institution that is required to have a net price calculator under this subsection; ``(ii) provides the information required under subparagraphs (C) and (D) of paragraph (4) for each institution for which a net price is being sought; ``(iii) is developed in consultation with the heads of relevant Federal agencies; and ``(iv) before being finalized and publicly released, is tested in accordance with subparagraph (B). ``(B) Consumer testing.-- ``(i) In general.--If the Secretary develops a universal net price calculator under subparagraph (A), the Secretary, in consultation with the heads of relevant Federal agencies, shall establish a process to submit the universal net price calculator developed under this paragraph for consumer testing among representatives of students (including low- income students, first generation college students, adult students, and prospective students), students' families (including low- income families, families with first generation college students, and families with prospective students), institutions of higher education, secondary school and postsecondary counselors, and nonprofit consumer groups. ``(ii) Length of consumer testing.--The Secretary shall ensure that the consumer testing lasts no longer than 6 months after the process for consumer testing is developed under clause (i). ``(iii) Use of results.--The results of consumer testing under clause (i) shall be used in the final development of the universal net price calculator. ``(iv) Reporting requirement.--Not later than 3 months after the date the consumer testing under clause (i) concludes, the Secretary shall submit to Congress the final universal net price calculator and a report detailing the results of such testing, including whether the Secretary added any additional items to the calculator as a result of such testing. ``(v) Authority to modify.--The Secretary may modify the definitions, terms, formatting, and design of the universal net price calculator based on the results of consumer testing required under this paragraph and before finalizing the calculator. ``(8) Report from secretary.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Net Price Calculator Improvement Act, the Secretary shall submit a report to Congress on steps taken to raise awareness of net price calculators among prospective students and families, particularly among students in middle school and high school and students from low-income families.''. <all>

Net Price Calculator Improvement Act

A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to make technical improvements to the Net Price Calculator system so that prospective students may have a more accurate understanding of the true cost of college.

Net Price Calculator Improvement Act

Sen. Grassley, Chuck

R

IA

This bill establishes requirements concerning the information that must be provided to prospective students about the cost of attendance at an institution of higher education (IHE). Specifically, the bill establishes the minimum requirements for the net price calculator that an IHE must include on its website. An IHE's net price is the average yearly price actually charged to first-time, full-time undergraduate students receiving student aid at the IHE after deducting such aid. The bill also authorizes the Department of Education to develop a universal net price calculator that enables users to answer one set of questions and receive net prices for several IHEs and compare those prices.

This Act may be cited as the ``Net Price Calculator Improvement Act''. 2. 1015a(h)) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraph (4) as paragraph (6); (2) in paragraph (2), by inserting before the period ``, and, not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Net Price Calculator Improvement Act, shall meet the requirements of paragraph (4)(C)''; (3) in paragraph (3), by inserting after the first sentence the following: ``Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Net Price Calculator Improvement Act, such calculator shall meet the requirements of paragraph (4). ``(iv) Percentage of the first-time, full- time undergraduate students enrolled in the institution who received any type of grant aid described in clause (iii), disaggregated by their first year and subsequent years of enrollment up to the number of years for normal completion of, or graduation from, their particular program of study. ``(vi) In the case of a calculator that-- ``(I) includes questions to estimate a student's (or prospective student's) eligibility for veterans' education benefits (as defined in section 480) or educational benefits for active duty service members, such benefits are displayed on the results screen in a manner that clearly distinguishes them from the grant aid described in clause (iii); or ``(II) does not include questions to estimate eligibility for the benefits described in subclause (I), the results screen indicates-- ``(aa) that certain students (or prospective students) may qualify for such benefits; ``(bb) states why the institution is not including questions to estimate a student's eligibility for such benefits; and ``(cc) includes a link to an appropriate Federal website that provides information about such benefits. SEC. 3. UNIVERSAL NET PRICE CALCULATOR. ``(B) Consumer testing.-- ``(i) In general.--If the Secretary develops a universal net price calculator under subparagraph (A), the Secretary, in consultation with the heads of relevant Federal agencies, shall establish a process to submit the universal net price calculator developed under this paragraph for consumer testing among representatives of students (including low- income students, first generation college students, adult students, and prospective students), students' families (including low- income families, families with first generation college students, and families with prospective students), institutions of higher education, secondary school and postsecondary counselors, and nonprofit consumer groups.

This Act may be cited as the ``Net Price Calculator Improvement Act''. 2. ``(iv) Percentage of the first-time, full- time undergraduate students enrolled in the institution who received any type of grant aid described in clause (iii), disaggregated by their first year and subsequent years of enrollment up to the number of years for normal completion of, or graduation from, their particular program of study. ``(vi) In the case of a calculator that-- ``(I) includes questions to estimate a student's (or prospective student's) eligibility for veterans' education benefits (as defined in section 480) or educational benefits for active duty service members, such benefits are displayed on the results screen in a manner that clearly distinguishes them from the grant aid described in clause (iii); or ``(II) does not include questions to estimate eligibility for the benefits described in subclause (I), the results screen indicates-- ``(aa) that certain students (or prospective students) may qualify for such benefits; ``(bb) states why the institution is not including questions to estimate a student's eligibility for such benefits; and ``(cc) includes a link to an appropriate Federal website that provides information about such benefits. 3. UNIVERSAL NET PRICE CALCULATOR. ``(B) Consumer testing.-- ``(i) In general.--If the Secretary develops a universal net price calculator under subparagraph (A), the Secretary, in consultation with the heads of relevant Federal agencies, shall establish a process to submit the universal net price calculator developed under this paragraph for consumer testing among representatives of students (including low- income students, first generation college students, adult students, and prospective students), students' families (including low- income families, families with first generation college students, and families with prospective students), institutions of higher education, secondary school and postsecondary counselors, and nonprofit consumer groups.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Net Price Calculator Improvement Act''. 2. MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR NET PRICE CALCULATORS. 1015a(h)) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraph (4) as paragraph (6); (2) in paragraph (2), by inserting before the period ``, and, not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Net Price Calculator Improvement Act, shall meet the requirements of paragraph (4)(C)''; (3) in paragraph (3), by inserting after the first sentence the following: ``Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Net Price Calculator Improvement Act, such calculator shall meet the requirements of paragraph (4). ``(ii) Cost of attendance, including-- ``(I) the total estimated cost for a student to complete the program of study, based on normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's particular program of study; ``(II) the total annual cost of attendance; ``(III) annual tuition and fees; ``(IV) average annual cost of room and board for the institution for a first-time, full-time undergraduate student enrolled in the institution; ``(V) average annual cost of books and supplies for a first-time, full- time undergraduate student enrolled in the institution; ``(VI) estimated annual cost of other expenses (including personal expenses and transportation) for a first-time, full-time undergraduate student enrolled in the institution; and ``(VII) a statement of-- ``(aa) the year for which each cost described in this clause applies; and ``(bb) the year from which the data was used to determine each cost described in this clause. ``(iv) Percentage of the first-time, full- time undergraduate students enrolled in the institution who received any type of grant aid described in clause (iii), disaggregated by their first year and subsequent years of enrollment up to the number of years for normal completion of, or graduation from, their particular program of study. ``(vi) In the case of a calculator that-- ``(I) includes questions to estimate a student's (or prospective student's) eligibility for veterans' education benefits (as defined in section 480) or educational benefits for active duty service members, such benefits are displayed on the results screen in a manner that clearly distinguishes them from the grant aid described in clause (iii); or ``(II) does not include questions to estimate eligibility for the benefits described in subclause (I), the results screen indicates-- ``(aa) that certain students (or prospective students) may qualify for such benefits; ``(bb) states why the institution is not including questions to estimate a student's eligibility for such benefits; and ``(cc) includes a link to an appropriate Federal website that provides information about such benefits. ``(D) The institution populates the calculator with data from not earlier than 2 academic years prior to the most recent academic year. ``(5) Prohibition on use of data collected by the net price calculator.--A net price calculator for an institution of higher education shall-- ``(A) clearly indicate which questions are required to be completed for an estimate of the net price from the calculator; ``(B) in the case of a calculator that requests contact information from users, clearly mark such requests as `optional'; ``(C) prohibit any personally identifiable information provided by users from being sold or made available to third parties; and ``(D) clearly state `Any information that you provide on this site is confidential. The Net Price Calculator does not store your responses or require personal identifying information of any kind.'.''. SEC. 3. UNIVERSAL NET PRICE CALCULATOR. Section 132(h) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. ``(B) Consumer testing.-- ``(i) In general.--If the Secretary develops a universal net price calculator under subparagraph (A), the Secretary, in consultation with the heads of relevant Federal agencies, shall establish a process to submit the universal net price calculator developed under this paragraph for consumer testing among representatives of students (including low- income students, first generation college students, adult students, and prospective students), students' families (including low- income families, families with first generation college students, and families with prospective students), institutions of higher education, secondary school and postsecondary counselors, and nonprofit consumer groups. ``(v) Authority to modify.--The Secretary may modify the definitions, terms, formatting, and design of the universal net price calculator based on the results of consumer testing required under this paragraph and before finalizing the calculator.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Net Price Calculator Improvement Act''. 2. MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR NET PRICE CALCULATORS. 1015a(h)) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraph (4) as paragraph (6); (2) in paragraph (2), by inserting before the period ``, and, not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Net Price Calculator Improvement Act, shall meet the requirements of paragraph (4)(C)''; (3) in paragraph (3), by inserting after the first sentence the following: ``Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Net Price Calculator Improvement Act, such calculator shall meet the requirements of paragraph (4). ''; and (4) by inserting after paragraph (3) the following: ``(4) Minimum requirements for net price calculators.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Net Price Calculator Improvement Act, a net price calculator for an institution of higher education shall, at a minimum, meet the following requirements: ``(A) The link for the calculator-- ``(i) is clearly labeled as a `net price calculator' and prominently, clearly, and conspicuously (in such size and contrast (such as shade) that it is readily noticeable and readable) posted in locations on the institution's website where information on costs and aid is provided (such as financial aid, prospective students, or tuition and fees web pages); ``(ii) matches in size and font to the other prominent links on the primary menu; and ``(iii) may also be included on the institution's compliance web page, which contains information relating to compliance with Federal, State, and local laws. ``(ii) Cost of attendance, including-- ``(I) the total estimated cost for a student to complete the program of study, based on normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's particular program of study; ``(II) the total annual cost of attendance; ``(III) annual tuition and fees; ``(IV) average annual cost of room and board for the institution for a first-time, full-time undergraduate student enrolled in the institution; ``(V) average annual cost of books and supplies for a first-time, full- time undergraduate student enrolled in the institution; ``(VI) estimated annual cost of other expenses (including personal expenses and transportation) for a first-time, full-time undergraduate student enrolled in the institution; and ``(VII) a statement of-- ``(aa) the year for which each cost described in this clause applies; and ``(bb) the year from which the data was used to determine each cost described in this clause. ``(iv) Percentage of the first-time, full- time undergraduate students enrolled in the institution who received any type of grant aid described in clause (iii), disaggregated by their first year and subsequent years of enrollment up to the number of years for normal completion of, or graduation from, their particular program of study. ``(vi) In the case of a calculator that-- ``(I) includes questions to estimate a student's (or prospective student's) eligibility for veterans' education benefits (as defined in section 480) or educational benefits for active duty service members, such benefits are displayed on the results screen in a manner that clearly distinguishes them from the grant aid described in clause (iii); or ``(II) does not include questions to estimate eligibility for the benefits described in subclause (I), the results screen indicates-- ``(aa) that certain students (or prospective students) may qualify for such benefits; ``(bb) states why the institution is not including questions to estimate a student's eligibility for such benefits; and ``(cc) includes a link to an appropriate Federal website that provides information about such benefits. ``(D) The institution populates the calculator with data from not earlier than 2 academic years prior to the most recent academic year. ``(5) Prohibition on use of data collected by the net price calculator.--A net price calculator for an institution of higher education shall-- ``(A) clearly indicate which questions are required to be completed for an estimate of the net price from the calculator; ``(B) in the case of a calculator that requests contact information from users, clearly mark such requests as `optional'; ``(C) prohibit any personally identifiable information provided by users from being sold or made available to third parties; and ``(D) clearly state `Any information that you provide on this site is confidential. The Net Price Calculator does not store your responses or require personal identifying information of any kind.'.''. SEC. 3. UNIVERSAL NET PRICE CALCULATOR. Section 132(h) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. ``(B) Consumer testing.-- ``(i) In general.--If the Secretary develops a universal net price calculator under subparagraph (A), the Secretary, in consultation with the heads of relevant Federal agencies, shall establish a process to submit the universal net price calculator developed under this paragraph for consumer testing among representatives of students (including low- income students, first generation college students, adult students, and prospective students), students' families (including low- income families, families with first generation college students, and families with prospective students), institutions of higher education, secondary school and postsecondary counselors, and nonprofit consumer groups. ``(iv) Reporting requirement.--Not later than 3 months after the date the consumer testing under clause (i) concludes, the Secretary shall submit to Congress the final universal net price calculator and a report detailing the results of such testing, including whether the Secretary added any additional items to the calculator as a result of such testing. ``(v) Authority to modify.--The Secretary may modify the definitions, terms, formatting, and design of the universal net price calculator based on the results of consumer testing required under this paragraph and before finalizing the calculator.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to make technical improvements to the Net Price Calculator system so that prospective students may have a more accurate understanding of the true cost of college. Section 132(h) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1015a(h)) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraph (4) as paragraph (6); (2) in paragraph (2), by inserting before the period ``, and, not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Net Price Calculator Improvement Act, shall meet the requirements of paragraph (4)(C)''; (3) in paragraph (3), by inserting after the first sentence the following: ``Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Net Price Calculator Improvement Act, such calculator shall meet the requirements of paragraph (4). ``(B) The input screen for the net price calculator displays a chart of the net prices for students receiving Federal student financial aid under title IV (as required by subsection (i)(5)) for the most recent academic year for which data are available, disaggregated by income categories. ``(C) The results screen for the calculator specifies the following information: ``(i) The individual net price (as calculated under paragraph (2)) for the individual student, which is the most visually prominent figure on the results screen, including a statement of-- ``(I) the year for which the net price applies; and ``(II) the year from which the data was used to determine that net price. ``(iii) Estimated total need-based grant aid and merit-based grant aid, from Federal, State, and institutional sources, that may be available to the individual student, showing the subtotal for each category and the total of all sources of grant aid, and disaggregated by academic year for normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's particular program of study. ``(v) The disclaimer described in paragraph (6). ``(D) The institution populates the calculator with data from not earlier than 2 academic years prior to the most recent academic year. The Net Price Calculator does not store your responses or require personal identifying information of any kind.'.''. ``(ii) Length of consumer testing.--The Secretary shall ensure that the consumer testing lasts no longer than 6 months after the process for consumer testing is developed under clause (i). ``(v) Authority to modify.--The Secretary may modify the definitions, terms, formatting, and design of the universal net price calculator based on the results of consumer testing required under this paragraph and before finalizing the calculator.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to make technical improvements to the Net Price Calculator system so that prospective students may have a more accurate understanding of the true cost of college. Section 132(h) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1015a(h)) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraph (4) as paragraph (6); (2) in paragraph (2), by inserting before the period ``, and, not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Net Price Calculator Improvement Act, shall meet the requirements of paragraph (4)(C)''; (3) in paragraph (3), by inserting after the first sentence the following: ``Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Net Price Calculator Improvement Act, such calculator shall meet the requirements of paragraph (4). ''; ``(B) The input screen for the net price calculator displays a chart of the net prices for students receiving Federal student financial aid under title IV (as required by subsection (i)(5)) for the most recent academic year for which data are available, disaggregated by income categories. ``(C) The results screen for the calculator specifies the following information: ``(i) The individual net price (as calculated under paragraph (2)) for the individual student, which is the most visually prominent figure on the results screen, including a statement of-- ``(I) the year for which the net price applies; and ``(II) the year from which the data was used to determine that net price. ``(iv) Percentage of the first-time, full- time undergraduate students enrolled in the institution who received any type of grant aid described in clause (iii), disaggregated by their first year and subsequent years of enrollment up to the number of years for normal completion of, or graduation from, their particular program of study. ``(v) The disclaimer described in paragraph (6). ``(ii) Length of consumer testing.--The Secretary shall ensure that the consumer testing lasts no longer than 6 months after the process for consumer testing is developed under clause (i). ``(iv) Reporting requirement.--Not later than 3 months after the date the consumer testing under clause (i) concludes, the Secretary shall submit to Congress the final universal net price calculator and a report detailing the results of such testing, including whether the Secretary added any additional items to the calculator as a result of such testing. ``(v) Authority to modify.--The Secretary may modify the definitions, terms, formatting, and design of the universal net price calculator based on the results of consumer testing required under this paragraph and before finalizing the calculator. ``(8) Report from secretary.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Net Price Calculator Improvement Act, the Secretary shall submit a report to Congress on steps taken to raise awareness of net price calculators among prospective students and families, particularly among students in middle school and high school and students from low-income families.''.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to make technical improvements to the Net Price Calculator system so that prospective students may have a more accurate understanding of the true cost of college. Section 132(h) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1015a(h)) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraph (4) as paragraph (6); (2) in paragraph (2), by inserting before the period ``, and, not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Net Price Calculator Improvement Act, shall meet the requirements of paragraph (4)(C)''; (3) in paragraph (3), by inserting after the first sentence the following: ``Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Net Price Calculator Improvement Act, such calculator shall meet the requirements of paragraph (4). ''; ``(B) The input screen for the net price calculator displays a chart of the net prices for students receiving Federal student financial aid under title IV (as required by subsection (i)(5)) for the most recent academic year for which data are available, disaggregated by income categories. ``(C) The results screen for the calculator specifies the following information: ``(i) The individual net price (as calculated under paragraph (2)) for the individual student, which is the most visually prominent figure on the results screen, including a statement of-- ``(I) the year for which the net price applies; and ``(II) the year from which the data was used to determine that net price. ``(iv) Percentage of the first-time, full- time undergraduate students enrolled in the institution who received any type of grant aid described in clause (iii), disaggregated by their first year and subsequent years of enrollment up to the number of years for normal completion of, or graduation from, their particular program of study. ``(v) The disclaimer described in paragraph (6). ``(ii) Length of consumer testing.--The Secretary shall ensure that the consumer testing lasts no longer than 6 months after the process for consumer testing is developed under clause (i). ``(iv) Reporting requirement.--Not later than 3 months after the date the consumer testing under clause (i) concludes, the Secretary shall submit to Congress the final universal net price calculator and a report detailing the results of such testing, including whether the Secretary added any additional items to the calculator as a result of such testing. ``(v) Authority to modify.--The Secretary may modify the definitions, terms, formatting, and design of the universal net price calculator based on the results of consumer testing required under this paragraph and before finalizing the calculator. ``(8) Report from secretary.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Net Price Calculator Improvement Act, the Secretary shall submit a report to Congress on steps taken to raise awareness of net price calculators among prospective students and families, particularly among students in middle school and high school and students from low-income families.''.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to make technical improvements to the Net Price Calculator system so that prospective students may have a more accurate understanding of the true cost of college. Section 132(h) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1015a(h)) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraph (4) as paragraph (6); (2) in paragraph (2), by inserting before the period ``, and, not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Net Price Calculator Improvement Act, shall meet the requirements of paragraph (4)(C)''; (3) in paragraph (3), by inserting after the first sentence the following: ``Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Net Price Calculator Improvement Act, such calculator shall meet the requirements of paragraph (4). ``(B) The input screen for the net price calculator displays a chart of the net prices for students receiving Federal student financial aid under title IV (as required by subsection (i)(5)) for the most recent academic year for which data are available, disaggregated by income categories. ``(C) The results screen for the calculator specifies the following information: ``(i) The individual net price (as calculated under paragraph (2)) for the individual student, which is the most visually prominent figure on the results screen, including a statement of-- ``(I) the year for which the net price applies; and ``(II) the year from which the data was used to determine that net price. ``(iii) Estimated total need-based grant aid and merit-based grant aid, from Federal, State, and institutional sources, that may be available to the individual student, showing the subtotal for each category and the total of all sources of grant aid, and disaggregated by academic year for normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's particular program of study. ``(v) The disclaimer described in paragraph (6). ``(D) The institution populates the calculator with data from not earlier than 2 academic years prior to the most recent academic year. The Net Price Calculator does not store your responses or require personal identifying information of any kind.'.''. ``(ii) Length of consumer testing.--The Secretary shall ensure that the consumer testing lasts no longer than 6 months after the process for consumer testing is developed under clause (i). ``(v) Authority to modify.--The Secretary may modify the definitions, terms, formatting, and design of the universal net price calculator based on the results of consumer testing required under this paragraph and before finalizing the calculator.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to make technical improvements to the Net Price Calculator system so that prospective students may have a more accurate understanding of the true cost of college. Section 132(h) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1015a(h)) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraph (4) as paragraph (6); (2) in paragraph (2), by inserting before the period ``, and, not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Net Price Calculator Improvement Act, shall meet the requirements of paragraph (4)(C)''; (3) in paragraph (3), by inserting after the first sentence the following: ``Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Net Price Calculator Improvement Act, such calculator shall meet the requirements of paragraph (4). ''; ``(B) The input screen for the net price calculator displays a chart of the net prices for students receiving Federal student financial aid under title IV (as required by subsection (i)(5)) for the most recent academic year for which data are available, disaggregated by income categories. ``(C) The results screen for the calculator specifies the following information: ``(i) The individual net price (as calculated under paragraph (2)) for the individual student, which is the most visually prominent figure on the results screen, including a statement of-- ``(I) the year for which the net price applies; and ``(II) the year from which the data was used to determine that net price. ``(iv) Percentage of the first-time, full- time undergraduate students enrolled in the institution who received any type of grant aid described in clause (iii), disaggregated by their first year and subsequent years of enrollment up to the number of years for normal completion of, or graduation from, their particular program of study. ``(v) The disclaimer described in paragraph (6). ``(ii) Length of consumer testing.--The Secretary shall ensure that the consumer testing lasts no longer than 6 months after the process for consumer testing is developed under clause (i). ``(iv) Reporting requirement.--Not later than 3 months after the date the consumer testing under clause (i) concludes, the Secretary shall submit to Congress the final universal net price calculator and a report detailing the results of such testing, including whether the Secretary added any additional items to the calculator as a result of such testing. ``(v) Authority to modify.--The Secretary may modify the definitions, terms, formatting, and design of the universal net price calculator based on the results of consumer testing required under this paragraph and before finalizing the calculator. ``(8) Report from secretary.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Net Price Calculator Improvement Act, the Secretary shall submit a report to Congress on steps taken to raise awareness of net price calculators among prospective students and families, particularly among students in middle school and high school and students from low-income families.''.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to make technical improvements to the Net Price Calculator system so that prospective students may have a more accurate understanding of the true cost of college. Section 132(h) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1015a(h)) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraph (4) as paragraph (6); (2) in paragraph (2), by inserting before the period ``, and, not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Net Price Calculator Improvement Act, shall meet the requirements of paragraph (4)(C)''; (3) in paragraph (3), by inserting after the first sentence the following: ``Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Net Price Calculator Improvement Act, such calculator shall meet the requirements of paragraph (4). ``(B) The input screen for the net price calculator displays a chart of the net prices for students receiving Federal student financial aid under title IV (as required by subsection (i)(5)) for the most recent academic year for which data are available, disaggregated by income categories. ``(C) The results screen for the calculator specifies the following information: ``(i) The individual net price (as calculated under paragraph (2)) for the individual student, which is the most visually prominent figure on the results screen, including a statement of-- ``(I) the year for which the net price applies; and ``(II) the year from which the data was used to determine that net price. ``(iii) Estimated total need-based grant aid and merit-based grant aid, from Federal, State, and institutional sources, that may be available to the individual student, showing the subtotal for each category and the total of all sources of grant aid, and disaggregated by academic year for normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's particular program of study. ``(v) The disclaimer described in paragraph (6). ``(D) The institution populates the calculator with data from not earlier than 2 academic years prior to the most recent academic year. The Net Price Calculator does not store your responses or require personal identifying information of any kind.'.''. ``(ii) Length of consumer testing.--The Secretary shall ensure that the consumer testing lasts no longer than 6 months after the process for consumer testing is developed under clause (i). ``(v) Authority to modify.--The Secretary may modify the definitions, terms, formatting, and design of the universal net price calculator based on the results of consumer testing required under this paragraph and before finalizing the calculator.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to make technical improvements to the Net Price Calculator system so that prospective students may have a more accurate understanding of the true cost of college. Section 132(h) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1015a(h)) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraph (4) as paragraph (6); (2) in paragraph (2), by inserting before the period ``, and, not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Net Price Calculator Improvement Act, shall meet the requirements of paragraph (4)(C)''; (3) in paragraph (3), by inserting after the first sentence the following: ``Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Net Price Calculator Improvement Act, such calculator shall meet the requirements of paragraph (4). ''; ``(B) The input screen for the net price calculator displays a chart of the net prices for students receiving Federal student financial aid under title IV (as required by subsection (i)(5)) for the most recent academic year for which data are available, disaggregated by income categories. ``(C) The results screen for the calculator specifies the following information: ``(i) The individual net price (as calculated under paragraph (2)) for the individual student, which is the most visually prominent figure on the results screen, including a statement of-- ``(I) the year for which the net price applies; and ``(II) the year from which the data was used to determine that net price. ``(iv) Percentage of the first-time, full- time undergraduate students enrolled in the institution who received any type of grant aid described in clause (iii), disaggregated by their first year and subsequent years of enrollment up to the number of years for normal completion of, or graduation from, their particular program of study. ``(v) The disclaimer described in paragraph (6). ``(ii) Length of consumer testing.--The Secretary shall ensure that the consumer testing lasts no longer than 6 months after the process for consumer testing is developed under clause (i). ``(iv) Reporting requirement.--Not later than 3 months after the date the consumer testing under clause (i) concludes, the Secretary shall submit to Congress the final universal net price calculator and a report detailing the results of such testing, including whether the Secretary added any additional items to the calculator as a result of such testing. ``(v) Authority to modify.--The Secretary may modify the definitions, terms, formatting, and design of the universal net price calculator based on the results of consumer testing required under this paragraph and before finalizing the calculator. ``(8) Report from secretary.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Net Price Calculator Improvement Act, the Secretary shall submit a report to Congress on steps taken to raise awareness of net price calculators among prospective students and families, particularly among students in middle school and high school and students from low-income families.''.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to make technical improvements to the Net Price Calculator system so that prospective students may have a more accurate understanding of the true cost of college. Section 132(h) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1015a(h)) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraph (4) as paragraph (6); (2) in paragraph (2), by inserting before the period ``, and, not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Net Price Calculator Improvement Act, shall meet the requirements of paragraph (4)(C)''; (3) in paragraph (3), by inserting after the first sentence the following: ``Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Net Price Calculator Improvement Act, such calculator shall meet the requirements of paragraph (4). ``(B) The input screen for the net price calculator displays a chart of the net prices for students receiving Federal student financial aid under title IV (as required by subsection (i)(5)) for the most recent academic year for which data are available, disaggregated by income categories. ``(C) The results screen for the calculator specifies the following information: ``(i) The individual net price (as calculated under paragraph (2)) for the individual student, which is the most visually prominent figure on the results screen, including a statement of-- ``(I) the year for which the net price applies; and ``(II) the year from which the data was used to determine that net price. ``(iii) Estimated total need-based grant aid and merit-based grant aid, from Federal, State, and institutional sources, that may be available to the individual student, showing the subtotal for each category and the total of all sources of grant aid, and disaggregated by academic year for normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's particular program of study. ``(v) The disclaimer described in paragraph (6). ``(D) The institution populates the calculator with data from not earlier than 2 academic years prior to the most recent academic year. The Net Price Calculator does not store your responses or require personal identifying information of any kind.'.''. ``(ii) Length of consumer testing.--The Secretary shall ensure that the consumer testing lasts no longer than 6 months after the process for consumer testing is developed under clause (i). ``(v) Authority to modify.--The Secretary may modify the definitions, terms, formatting, and design of the universal net price calculator based on the results of consumer testing required under this paragraph and before finalizing the calculator.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to make technical improvements to the Net Price Calculator system so that prospective students may have a more accurate understanding of the true cost of college. ``(B) The input screen for the net price calculator displays a chart of the net prices for students receiving Federal student financial aid under title IV (as required by subsection (i)(5)) for the most recent academic year for which data are available, disaggregated by income categories. ``(iv) Reporting requirement.--Not later than 3 months after the date the consumer testing under clause (i) concludes, the Secretary shall submit to Congress the final universal net price calculator and a report detailing the results of such testing, including whether the Secretary added any additional items to the calculator as a result of such testing. ``(8) Report from secretary.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Net Price Calculator Improvement Act, the Secretary shall submit a report to Congress on steps taken to raise awareness of net price calculators among prospective students and families, particularly among students in middle school and high school and students from low-income families. ''.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to make technical improvements to the Net Price Calculator system so that prospective students may have a more accurate understanding of the true cost of college. ``(B) The input screen for the net price calculator displays a chart of the net prices for students receiving Federal student financial aid under title IV (as required by subsection (i)(5)) for the most recent academic year for which data are available, disaggregated by income categories. ``(iii) Estimated total need-based grant aid and merit-based grant aid, from Federal, State, and institutional sources, that may be available to the individual student, showing the subtotal for each category and the total of all sources of grant aid, and disaggregated by academic year for normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's particular program of study. ``(v) Authority to modify.--The Secretary may modify the definitions, terms, formatting, and design of the universal net price calculator based on the results of consumer testing required under this paragraph and before finalizing the calculator.

S.3327

Crime and Law Enforcement

Opioid Quota Openness, Transparency, and Awareness Act of 2021 or the Opioid QuOTA Act of 2021 This bill requires the Drug Enforcement Administration to make publicly available on its website certain information regarding opioid procurement quotas. The term opioid procurement quota means the maximum quantity of opioid analgesics that a registered manufacturer may procure.

To amend the Controlled Substances Act to require the Attorney General to make procurement quotas for opioid analgesics publicly available, 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 ``Opioid Quota Openness, Transparency, and Awareness Act of 2021'' or the ``Opioid QuOTA Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. PUBLIC REPORTING OF PROCUREMENT QUOTAS FOR OPIOID ANALGESICS. (a) In General.--Section 306 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 826) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(j)(1) In this subsection, the term `opioid procurement quota' means a quota established by the Attorney General for the quantity of opioid analgesics that a registered manufacturer may procure for purposes of manufacturing dosage forms or other substances. ``(2) The Attorney General shall make publicly available, including through the website of the Drug Enforcement Administration-- ``(A) the quantity of the opioid procurement quota for each registered manufacturer for each year; ``(B) the quantity of opioid analgesics procured by each registered manufacturer for each year; and ``(C) except as provided under paragraph (3)-- ``(i) a copy of the form or other application, including any attachments or exhibits, submitted by each registered manufacturer requesting an opioid procurement quota; and ``(ii) a copy of each year-end or annual report relating to the procurement or use of opioid analgesics submitted to the Attorney General by a registered manufacturer to whom the Attorney General has issued an opioid procurement quota. ``(3)(A) Upon request by a registered manufacturer, the Attorney General may redact information identified in clause (i) or (ii) of paragraph (2)(C) from the publication required under paragraph (2) if the Attorney General determines that public disclosure of that information is likely to cause substantial harm to the competitive position of the registered manufacturer. For purposes of a determination under this subparagraph, adverse publicity or embarrassment shall not constitute competitive harm. ``(B) A determination of the Attorney General under subparagraph (A) shall be subject to judicial review in accordance with chapter 7 of title 5, United States Code. ``(C) The Attorney General shall annually publish a report on the website of the Department of Justice containing an accounting of each declination determination made under subparagraph (A), including the reason for the declination, during the time period covered by the report.''. (b) GAO Report.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report that, for the 1-year period beginning on the date of enactment of this Act-- (1) details-- (A) the number of instances in which a registered manufacturer made a request described in section 306(j)(3) of the Controlled Substances Act, as added by subsection (a), with respect to a document or information; and (B) the number of instances in which the Attorney General redacted information described in clause (i) or (ii) of subsection (j)(2)(C) of the Controlled Substances Act, as added by subsection (a), from the publication required under such subsection (j)(2); and (2) evaluates, in a fair, compliant, and transparent manner, the extent of the independent evaluation conducted by the Attorney General of requests described in section 306(j)(3) of the Controlled Substances Act, as added by subsection (a). <all>

Opioid QuOTA Act of 2021

A bill to amend the Controlled Substances Act to require the Attorney General to make procurement quotas for opioid analgesics publicly available, and for other purposes.

Opioid QuOTA Act of 2021 Opioid Quota Openness, Transparency, and Awareness Act of 2021

Sen. Markey, Edward J.

D

MA

This bill requires the Drug Enforcement Administration to make publicly available on its website certain information regarding opioid procurement quotas. The term opioid procurement quota means the maximum quantity of opioid analgesics that a registered manufacturer may procure.

To amend the Controlled Substances Act to require the Attorney General to make procurement quotas for opioid analgesics publicly available, 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 ``Opioid Quota Openness, Transparency, and Awareness Act of 2021'' or the ``Opioid QuOTA Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. PUBLIC REPORTING OF PROCUREMENT QUOTAS FOR OPIOID ANALGESICS. (a) In General.--Section 306 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 826) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(j)(1) In this subsection, the term `opioid procurement quota' means a quota established by the Attorney General for the quantity of opioid analgesics that a registered manufacturer may procure for purposes of manufacturing dosage forms or other substances. ``(3)(A) Upon request by a registered manufacturer, the Attorney General may redact information identified in clause (i) or (ii) of paragraph (2)(C) from the publication required under paragraph (2) if the Attorney General determines that public disclosure of that information is likely to cause substantial harm to the competitive position of the registered manufacturer. For purposes of a determination under this subparagraph, adverse publicity or embarrassment shall not constitute competitive harm. ``(B) A determination of the Attorney General under subparagraph (A) shall be subject to judicial review in accordance with chapter 7 of title 5, United States Code. ``(C) The Attorney General shall annually publish a report on the website of the Department of Justice containing an accounting of each declination determination made under subparagraph (A), including the reason for the declination, during the time period covered by the report.''. (b) GAO Report.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report that, for the 1-year period beginning on the date of enactment of this Act-- (1) details-- (A) the number of instances in which a registered manufacturer made a request described in section 306(j)(3) of the Controlled Substances Act, as added by subsection (a), with respect to a document or information; and (B) the number of instances in which the Attorney General redacted information described in clause (i) or (ii) of subsection (j)(2)(C) of the Controlled Substances Act, as added by subsection (a), from the publication required under such subsection (j)(2); and (2) evaluates, in a fair, compliant, and transparent manner, the extent of the independent evaluation conducted by the Attorney General of requests described in section 306(j)(3) of the Controlled Substances Act, as added by subsection (a).

To amend the Controlled Substances Act to require the Attorney General to make procurement quotas for opioid analgesics publicly available, 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. 2. PUBLIC REPORTING OF PROCUREMENT QUOTAS FOR OPIOID ANALGESICS. (a) In General.--Section 306 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 826) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(j)(1) In this subsection, the term `opioid procurement quota' means a quota established by the Attorney General for the quantity of opioid analgesics that a registered manufacturer may procure for purposes of manufacturing dosage forms or other substances. ``(3)(A) Upon request by a registered manufacturer, the Attorney General may redact information identified in clause (i) or (ii) of paragraph (2)(C) from the publication required under paragraph (2) if the Attorney General determines that public disclosure of that information is likely to cause substantial harm to the competitive position of the registered manufacturer. ``(C) The Attorney General shall annually publish a report on the website of the Department of Justice containing an accounting of each declination determination made under subparagraph (A), including the reason for the declination, during the time period covered by the report.''. (b) GAO Report.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report that, for the 1-year period beginning on the date of enactment of this Act-- (1) details-- (A) the number of instances in which a registered manufacturer made a request described in section 306(j)(3) of the Controlled Substances Act, as added by subsection (a), with respect to a document or information; and (B) the number of instances in which the Attorney General redacted information described in clause (i) or (ii) of subsection (j)(2)(C) of the Controlled Substances Act, as added by subsection (a), from the publication required under such subsection (j)(2); and (2) evaluates, in a fair, compliant, and transparent manner, the extent of the independent evaluation conducted by the Attorney General of requests described in section 306(j)(3) of the Controlled Substances Act, as added by subsection (a).

To amend the Controlled Substances Act to require the Attorney General to make procurement quotas for opioid analgesics publicly available, 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 ``Opioid Quota Openness, Transparency, and Awareness Act of 2021'' or the ``Opioid QuOTA Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. PUBLIC REPORTING OF PROCUREMENT QUOTAS FOR OPIOID ANALGESICS. (a) In General.--Section 306 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 826) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(j)(1) In this subsection, the term `opioid procurement quota' means a quota established by the Attorney General for the quantity of opioid analgesics that a registered manufacturer may procure for purposes of manufacturing dosage forms or other substances. ``(2) The Attorney General shall make publicly available, including through the website of the Drug Enforcement Administration-- ``(A) the quantity of the opioid procurement quota for each registered manufacturer for each year; ``(B) the quantity of opioid analgesics procured by each registered manufacturer for each year; and ``(C) except as provided under paragraph (3)-- ``(i) a copy of the form or other application, including any attachments or exhibits, submitted by each registered manufacturer requesting an opioid procurement quota; and ``(ii) a copy of each year-end or annual report relating to the procurement or use of opioid analgesics submitted to the Attorney General by a registered manufacturer to whom the Attorney General has issued an opioid procurement quota. ``(3)(A) Upon request by a registered manufacturer, the Attorney General may redact information identified in clause (i) or (ii) of paragraph (2)(C) from the publication required under paragraph (2) if the Attorney General determines that public disclosure of that information is likely to cause substantial harm to the competitive position of the registered manufacturer. For purposes of a determination under this subparagraph, adverse publicity or embarrassment shall not constitute competitive harm. ``(B) A determination of the Attorney General under subparagraph (A) shall be subject to judicial review in accordance with chapter 7 of title 5, United States Code. ``(C) The Attorney General shall annually publish a report on the website of the Department of Justice containing an accounting of each declination determination made under subparagraph (A), including the reason for the declination, during the time period covered by the report.''. (b) GAO Report.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report that, for the 1-year period beginning on the date of enactment of this Act-- (1) details-- (A) the number of instances in which a registered manufacturer made a request described in section 306(j)(3) of the Controlled Substances Act, as added by subsection (a), with respect to a document or information; and (B) the number of instances in which the Attorney General redacted information described in clause (i) or (ii) of subsection (j)(2)(C) of the Controlled Substances Act, as added by subsection (a), from the publication required under such subsection (j)(2); and (2) evaluates, in a fair, compliant, and transparent manner, the extent of the independent evaluation conducted by the Attorney General of requests described in section 306(j)(3) of the Controlled Substances Act, as added by subsection (a). <all>

To amend the Controlled Substances Act to require the Attorney General to make procurement quotas for opioid analgesics publicly available, 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 ``Opioid Quota Openness, Transparency, and Awareness Act of 2021'' or the ``Opioid QuOTA Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. PUBLIC REPORTING OF PROCUREMENT QUOTAS FOR OPIOID ANALGESICS. (a) In General.--Section 306 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 826) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(j)(1) In this subsection, the term `opioid procurement quota' means a quota established by the Attorney General for the quantity of opioid analgesics that a registered manufacturer may procure for purposes of manufacturing dosage forms or other substances. ``(2) The Attorney General shall make publicly available, including through the website of the Drug Enforcement Administration-- ``(A) the quantity of the opioid procurement quota for each registered manufacturer for each year; ``(B) the quantity of opioid analgesics procured by each registered manufacturer for each year; and ``(C) except as provided under paragraph (3)-- ``(i) a copy of the form or other application, including any attachments or exhibits, submitted by each registered manufacturer requesting an opioid procurement quota; and ``(ii) a copy of each year-end or annual report relating to the procurement or use of opioid analgesics submitted to the Attorney General by a registered manufacturer to whom the Attorney General has issued an opioid procurement quota. ``(3)(A) Upon request by a registered manufacturer, the Attorney General may redact information identified in clause (i) or (ii) of paragraph (2)(C) from the publication required under paragraph (2) if the Attorney General determines that public disclosure of that information is likely to cause substantial harm to the competitive position of the registered manufacturer. For purposes of a determination under this subparagraph, adverse publicity or embarrassment shall not constitute competitive harm. ``(B) A determination of the Attorney General under subparagraph (A) shall be subject to judicial review in accordance with chapter 7 of title 5, United States Code. ``(C) The Attorney General shall annually publish a report on the website of the Department of Justice containing an accounting of each declination determination made under subparagraph (A), including the reason for the declination, during the time period covered by the report.''. (b) GAO Report.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report that, for the 1-year period beginning on the date of enactment of this Act-- (1) details-- (A) the number of instances in which a registered manufacturer made a request described in section 306(j)(3) of the Controlled Substances Act, as added by subsection (a), with respect to a document or information; and (B) the number of instances in which the Attorney General redacted information described in clause (i) or (ii) of subsection (j)(2)(C) of the Controlled Substances Act, as added by subsection (a), from the publication required under such subsection (j)(2); and (2) evaluates, in a fair, compliant, and transparent manner, the extent of the independent evaluation conducted by the Attorney General of requests described in section 306(j)(3) of the Controlled Substances Act, as added by subsection (a). <all>

To amend the Controlled Substances Act to require the Attorney General to make procurement quotas for opioid analgesics publicly available, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 306 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 826) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(j)(1) In this subsection, the term `opioid procurement quota' means a quota established by the Attorney General for the quantity of opioid analgesics that a registered manufacturer may procure for purposes of manufacturing dosage forms or other substances. ``(3)(A) Upon request by a registered manufacturer, the Attorney General may redact information identified in clause (i) or (ii) of paragraph (2)(C) from the publication required under paragraph (2) if the Attorney General determines that public disclosure of that information is likely to cause substantial harm to the competitive position of the registered manufacturer. ``(B) A determination of the Attorney General under subparagraph (A) shall be subject to judicial review in accordance with chapter 7 of title 5, United States Code. ``(C) The Attorney General shall annually publish a report on the website of the Department of Justice containing an accounting of each declination determination made under subparagraph (A), including the reason for the declination, during the time period covered by the report.''. (

To amend the Controlled Substances Act to require the Attorney General to make procurement quotas for opioid analgesics publicly available, and for other purposes. ``(3)(A) Upon request by a registered manufacturer, the Attorney General may redact information identified in clause (i) or (ii) of paragraph (2)(C) from the publication required under paragraph (2) if the Attorney General determines that public disclosure of that information is likely to cause substantial harm to the competitive position of the registered manufacturer. ``(C) The Attorney General shall annually publish a report on the website of the Department of Justice containing an accounting of each declination determination made under subparagraph (A), including the reason for the declination, during the time period covered by the report.''. (

To amend the Controlled Substances Act to require the Attorney General to make procurement quotas for opioid analgesics publicly available, and for other purposes. ``(3)(A) Upon request by a registered manufacturer, the Attorney General may redact information identified in clause (i) or (ii) of paragraph (2)(C) from the publication required under paragraph (2) if the Attorney General determines that public disclosure of that information is likely to cause substantial harm to the competitive position of the registered manufacturer. ``(C) The Attorney General shall annually publish a report on the website of the Department of Justice containing an accounting of each declination determination made under subparagraph (A), including the reason for the declination, during the time period covered by the report.''. (

To amend the Controlled Substances Act to require the Attorney General to make procurement quotas for opioid analgesics publicly available, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 306 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 826) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(j)(1) In this subsection, the term `opioid procurement quota' means a quota established by the Attorney General for the quantity of opioid analgesics that a registered manufacturer may procure for purposes of manufacturing dosage forms or other substances. ``(3)(A) Upon request by a registered manufacturer, the Attorney General may redact information identified in clause (i) or (ii) of paragraph (2)(C) from the publication required under paragraph (2) if the Attorney General determines that public disclosure of that information is likely to cause substantial harm to the competitive position of the registered manufacturer. ``(B) A determination of the Attorney General under subparagraph (A) shall be subject to judicial review in accordance with chapter 7 of title 5, United States Code. ``(C) The Attorney General shall annually publish a report on the website of the Department of Justice containing an accounting of each declination determination made under subparagraph (A), including the reason for the declination, during the time period covered by the report.''. (

To amend the Controlled Substances Act to require the Attorney General to make procurement quotas for opioid analgesics publicly available, and for other purposes. ``(3)(A) Upon request by a registered manufacturer, the Attorney General may redact information identified in clause (i) or (ii) of paragraph (2)(C) from the publication required under paragraph (2) if the Attorney General determines that public disclosure of that information is likely to cause substantial harm to the competitive position of the registered manufacturer. ``(C) The Attorney General shall annually publish a report on the website of the Department of Justice containing an accounting of each declination determination made under subparagraph (A), including the reason for the declination, during the time period covered by the report.''. (

To amend the Controlled Substances Act to require the Attorney General to make procurement quotas for opioid analgesics publicly available, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 306 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 826) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(j)(1) In this subsection, the term `opioid procurement quota' means a quota established by the Attorney General for the quantity of opioid analgesics that a registered manufacturer may procure for purposes of manufacturing dosage forms or other substances. ``(3)(A) Upon request by a registered manufacturer, the Attorney General may redact information identified in clause (i) or (ii) of paragraph (2)(C) from the publication required under paragraph (2) if the Attorney General determines that public disclosure of that information is likely to cause substantial harm to the competitive position of the registered manufacturer. ``(B) A determination of the Attorney General under subparagraph (A) shall be subject to judicial review in accordance with chapter 7 of title 5, United States Code. ``(C) The Attorney General shall annually publish a report on the website of the Department of Justice containing an accounting of each declination determination made under subparagraph (A), including the reason for the declination, during the time period covered by the report.''. (

To amend the Controlled Substances Act to require the Attorney General to make procurement quotas for opioid analgesics publicly available, and for other purposes. ``(3)(A) Upon request by a registered manufacturer, the Attorney General may redact information identified in clause (i) or (ii) of paragraph (2)(C) from the publication required under paragraph (2) if the Attorney General determines that public disclosure of that information is likely to cause substantial harm to the competitive position of the registered manufacturer. ``(C) The Attorney General shall annually publish a report on the website of the Department of Justice containing an accounting of each declination determination made under subparagraph (A), including the reason for the declination, during the time period covered by the report.''. (

To amend the Controlled Substances Act to require the Attorney General to make procurement quotas for opioid analgesics publicly available, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 306 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 826) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(j)(1) In this subsection, the term `opioid procurement quota' means a quota established by the Attorney General for the quantity of opioid analgesics that a registered manufacturer may procure for purposes of manufacturing dosage forms or other substances. ``(3)(A) Upon request by a registered manufacturer, the Attorney General may redact information identified in clause (i) or (ii) of paragraph (2)(C) from the publication required under paragraph (2) if the Attorney General determines that public disclosure of that information is likely to cause substantial harm to the competitive position of the registered manufacturer. ``(B) A determination of the Attorney General under subparagraph (A) shall be subject to judicial review in accordance with chapter 7 of title 5, United States Code. ``(C) The Attorney General shall annually publish a report on the website of the Department of Justice containing an accounting of each declination determination made under subparagraph (A), including the reason for the declination, during the time period covered by the report.''. (

To amend the Controlled Substances Act to require the Attorney General to make procurement quotas for opioid analgesics publicly available, and for other purposes. ``(3)(A) Upon request by a registered manufacturer, the Attorney General may redact information identified in clause (i) or (ii) of paragraph (2)(C) from the publication required under paragraph (2) if the Attorney General determines that public disclosure of that information is likely to cause substantial harm to the competitive position of the registered manufacturer. ``(C) The Attorney General shall annually publish a report on the website of the Department of Justice containing an accounting of each declination determination made under subparagraph (A), including the reason for the declination, during the time period covered by the report.''. (

To amend the Controlled Substances Act to require the Attorney General to make procurement quotas for opioid analgesics publicly available, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 306 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 826) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(j)(1) In this subsection, the term `opioid procurement quota' means a quota established by the Attorney General for the quantity of opioid analgesics that a registered manufacturer may procure for purposes of manufacturing dosage forms or other substances. ``(3)(A) Upon request by a registered manufacturer, the Attorney General may redact information identified in clause (i) or (ii) of paragraph (2)(C) from the publication required under paragraph (2) if the Attorney General determines that public disclosure of that information is likely to cause substantial harm to the competitive position of the registered manufacturer. ``(B) A determination of the Attorney General under subparagraph (A) shall be subject to judicial review in accordance with chapter 7 of title 5, United States Code. ``(C) The Attorney General shall annually publish a report on the website of the Department of Justice containing an accounting of each declination determination made under subparagraph (A), including the reason for the declination, during the time period covered by the report.''. (

S.4478

Transportation and Public Works

Historic Lighthouse Resiliency Act This bill authorizes the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to carry out projects to (1) improve the resilience of historic light stations against the adverse effects of climate change, (2) ensure continued public access to historical light stations, and (3) improve public safety on the grounds of historical light stations. The Corps must conduct a study of national historic light stations to determine the long-term protection needs of such stations and establish a national database of the stations based on the results of the study.

To provide for assistance to improve the resilience of historic light stations, to study the long-term protection needs of historic light stations, and to establish a national database of historic light stations, 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 ``Historic Lighthouse Resiliency Act''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means a State or local government or nonprofit organization that owns or controls a historic light station. (2) Historic light station.--The term ``historic light station'' means a lighthouse, including walkways and underlying, adjacent, and appurtenant land and related real property and associated improvements-- (A) that is owned or controlled by an eligible entity as a result of a conveyance under chapter 3051 of title 54, United States Code; and (B) that is included, or eligible for inclusion, in the National Register of Historic Places. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Army. SEC. 3. HISTORIC LIGHT STATIONS. (a) In General.--The Secretary may carry out projects to make structural or nonstructural improvements, including relocation-- (1) to improve the resilience of a historic light station against the adverse effects of climate change, such as sea level rise and storm damage; (2) to ensure continued public access to the historic light station; and (3) to improve public safety on the grounds of the historic light station. (b) Costs.-- (1) Cost-share.--The Federal share of the cost of a project carried out under this section shall be 65 percent. (2) Project limit.--The Federal cost of a project carried out under this section may not exceed $15,000,000. SEC. 4. STUDY; NATIONAL DATABASE. (a) Study.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of the Interior, State Historic Preservation Officers, and other appropriate State and local public agencies and private organizations, shall conduct a study of national historic light stations to determine the long-term protection needs of historic light stations. (2) Requirements.--As part of the study under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall-- (A) identify each historic light station in the United States; (B) recommend management alternatives that would be most effective for the long-term resiliency of historic light stations; (C) identify sources of financial and technical assistance for communities to maintain, repair, and preserve historic light stations; and (D) address how to assist eligible entities in increasing public access to historic light stations. (3) Report.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are made available to carry out the study under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report that describes the results of the study and any findings and recommendations of the Secretary. (b) National Database.--Based on the results of the study under subsection (a), the Secretary shall establish a national database of historic light stations. SEC. 5. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this Act such sums as are necessary for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2024. <all>

Historic Lighthouse Resiliency Act

A bill to provide for assistance to improve the resilience of historic light stations, to study the long-term protection needs of historic light stations, and to establish a national database of historic light stations, and for other purposes.

Historic Lighthouse Resiliency Act

Sen. Reed, Jack

D

RI

This bill authorizes the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to carry out projects to (1) improve the resilience of historic light stations against the adverse effects of climate change, (2) ensure continued public access to historical light stations, and (3) improve public safety on the grounds of historical light stations. The Corps must conduct a study of national historic light stations to determine the long-term protection needs of such stations and establish a national database of the stations based on the results of the study.

To provide for assistance to improve the resilience of historic light stations, to study the long-term protection needs of historic light stations, and to establish a national database of historic light stations, 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 ``Historic Lighthouse Resiliency Act''. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means a State or local government or nonprofit organization that owns or controls a historic light station. (2) Historic light station.--The term ``historic light station'' means a lighthouse, including walkways and underlying, adjacent, and appurtenant land and related real property and associated improvements-- (A) that is owned or controlled by an eligible entity as a result of a conveyance under chapter 3051 of title 54, United States Code; and (B) that is included, or eligible for inclusion, in the National Register of Historic Places. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Army. HISTORIC LIGHT STATIONS. (a) In General.--The Secretary may carry out projects to make structural or nonstructural improvements, including relocation-- (1) to improve the resilience of a historic light station against the adverse effects of climate change, such as sea level rise and storm damage; (2) to ensure continued public access to the historic light station; and (3) to improve public safety on the grounds of the historic light station. (b) Costs.-- (1) Cost-share.--The Federal share of the cost of a project carried out under this section shall be 65 percent. (2) Project limit.--The Federal cost of a project carried out under this section may not exceed $15,000,000. 4. STUDY; NATIONAL DATABASE. (2) Requirements.--As part of the study under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall-- (A) identify each historic light station in the United States; (B) recommend management alternatives that would be most effective for the long-term resiliency of historic light stations; (C) identify sources of financial and technical assistance for communities to maintain, repair, and preserve historic light stations; and (D) address how to assist eligible entities in increasing public access to historic light stations. (3) Report.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are made available to carry out the study under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report that describes the results of the study and any findings and recommendations of the Secretary. SEC. 5. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this Act such sums as are necessary for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2024.

To provide for assistance to improve the resilience of historic light stations, to study the long-term protection needs of historic light stations, and to establish a national database of historic light stations, 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 ``Historic Lighthouse Resiliency Act''. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means a State or local government or nonprofit organization that owns or controls a historic light station. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Army. HISTORIC LIGHT STATIONS. (a) In General.--The Secretary may carry out projects to make structural or nonstructural improvements, including relocation-- (1) to improve the resilience of a historic light station against the adverse effects of climate change, such as sea level rise and storm damage; (2) to ensure continued public access to the historic light station; and (3) to improve public safety on the grounds of the historic light station. (b) Costs.-- (1) Cost-share.--The Federal share of the cost of a project carried out under this section shall be 65 percent. (2) Project limit.--The Federal cost of a project carried out under this section may not exceed $15,000,000. 4. STUDY; NATIONAL DATABASE. (3) Report.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are made available to carry out the study under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report that describes the results of the study and any findings and recommendations of the Secretary. SEC. 5. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this Act such sums as are necessary for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2024.

To provide for assistance to improve the resilience of historic light stations, to study the long-term protection needs of historic light stations, and to establish a national database of historic light stations, 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 ``Historic Lighthouse Resiliency Act''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means a State or local government or nonprofit organization that owns or controls a historic light station. (2) Historic light station.--The term ``historic light station'' means a lighthouse, including walkways and underlying, adjacent, and appurtenant land and related real property and associated improvements-- (A) that is owned or controlled by an eligible entity as a result of a conveyance under chapter 3051 of title 54, United States Code; and (B) that is included, or eligible for inclusion, in the National Register of Historic Places. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Army. SEC. 3. HISTORIC LIGHT STATIONS. (a) In General.--The Secretary may carry out projects to make structural or nonstructural improvements, including relocation-- (1) to improve the resilience of a historic light station against the adverse effects of climate change, such as sea level rise and storm damage; (2) to ensure continued public access to the historic light station; and (3) to improve public safety on the grounds of the historic light station. (b) Costs.-- (1) Cost-share.--The Federal share of the cost of a project carried out under this section shall be 65 percent. (2) Project limit.--The Federal cost of a project carried out under this section may not exceed $15,000,000. SEC. 4. STUDY; NATIONAL DATABASE. (a) Study.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of the Interior, State Historic Preservation Officers, and other appropriate State and local public agencies and private organizations, shall conduct a study of national historic light stations to determine the long-term protection needs of historic light stations. (2) Requirements.--As part of the study under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall-- (A) identify each historic light station in the United States; (B) recommend management alternatives that would be most effective for the long-term resiliency of historic light stations; (C) identify sources of financial and technical assistance for communities to maintain, repair, and preserve historic light stations; and (D) address how to assist eligible entities in increasing public access to historic light stations. (3) Report.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are made available to carry out the study under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report that describes the results of the study and any findings and recommendations of the Secretary. (b) National Database.--Based on the results of the study under subsection (a), the Secretary shall establish a national database of historic light stations. SEC. 5. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this Act such sums as are necessary for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2024. <all>

To provide for assistance to improve the resilience of historic light stations, to study the long-term protection needs of historic light stations, and to establish a national database of historic light stations, 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 ``Historic Lighthouse Resiliency Act''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means a State or local government or nonprofit organization that owns or controls a historic light station. (2) Historic light station.--The term ``historic light station'' means a lighthouse, including walkways and underlying, adjacent, and appurtenant land and related real property and associated improvements-- (A) that is owned or controlled by an eligible entity as a result of a conveyance under chapter 3051 of title 54, United States Code; and (B) that is included, or eligible for inclusion, in the National Register of Historic Places. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Army. SEC. 3. HISTORIC LIGHT STATIONS. (a) In General.--The Secretary may carry out projects to make structural or nonstructural improvements, including relocation-- (1) to improve the resilience of a historic light station against the adverse effects of climate change, such as sea level rise and storm damage; (2) to ensure continued public access to the historic light station; and (3) to improve public safety on the grounds of the historic light station. (b) Costs.-- (1) Cost-share.--The Federal share of the cost of a project carried out under this section shall be 65 percent. (2) Project limit.--The Federal cost of a project carried out under this section may not exceed $15,000,000. SEC. 4. STUDY; NATIONAL DATABASE. (a) Study.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of the Interior, State Historic Preservation Officers, and other appropriate State and local public agencies and private organizations, shall conduct a study of national historic light stations to determine the long-term protection needs of historic light stations. (2) Requirements.--As part of the study under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall-- (A) identify each historic light station in the United States; (B) recommend management alternatives that would be most effective for the long-term resiliency of historic light stations; (C) identify sources of financial and technical assistance for communities to maintain, repair, and preserve historic light stations; and (D) address how to assist eligible entities in increasing public access to historic light stations. (3) Report.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are made available to carry out the study under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report that describes the results of the study and any findings and recommendations of the Secretary. (b) National Database.--Based on the results of the study under subsection (a), the Secretary shall establish a national database of historic light stations. SEC. 5. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this Act such sums as are necessary for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2024. <all>

To provide for assistance to improve the resilience of historic light stations, to study the long-term protection needs of historic light stations, and to establish a national database of historic light stations, and for other purposes. 2) Historic light station.--The term ``historic light station'' means a lighthouse, including walkways and underlying, adjacent, and appurtenant land and related real property and associated improvements-- (A) that is owned or controlled by an eligible entity as a result of a conveyance under chapter 3051 of title 54, United States Code; and (B) that is included, or eligible for inclusion, in the National Register of Historic Places. ( (a) In General.--The Secretary may carry out projects to make structural or nonstructural improvements, including relocation-- (1) to improve the resilience of a historic light station against the adverse effects of climate change, such as sea level rise and storm damage; (2) to ensure continued public access to the historic light station; and (3) to improve public safety on the grounds of the historic light station. ( b) Costs.-- (1) Cost-share.--The Federal share of the cost of a project carried out under this section shall be 65 percent. ( (3) Report.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are made available to carry out the study under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report that describes the results of the study and any findings and recommendations of the Secretary. ( b) National Database.--Based on the results of the study under subsection (a), the Secretary shall establish a national database of historic light stations.

To provide for assistance to improve the resilience of historic light stations, to study the long-term protection needs of historic light stations, and to establish a national database of historic light stations, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Historic Lighthouse Resiliency Act''. b) Costs.-- (1) Cost-share.--The Federal share of the cost of a project carried out under this section shall be 65 percent. ( (2) Requirements.--As part of the study under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall-- (A) identify each historic light station in the United States; (B) recommend management alternatives that would be most effective for the long-term resiliency of historic light stations; (C) identify sources of financial and technical assistance for communities to maintain, repair, and preserve historic light stations; and (D) address how to assist eligible entities in increasing public access to historic light stations. ( 3) Report.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are made available to carry out the study under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report that describes the results of the study and any findings and recommendations of the Secretary. (

To provide for assistance to improve the resilience of historic light stations, to study the long-term protection needs of historic light stations, and to establish a national database of historic light stations, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Historic Lighthouse Resiliency Act''. b) Costs.-- (1) Cost-share.--The Federal share of the cost of a project carried out under this section shall be 65 percent. ( (2) Requirements.--As part of the study under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall-- (A) identify each historic light station in the United States; (B) recommend management alternatives that would be most effective for the long-term resiliency of historic light stations; (C) identify sources of financial and technical assistance for communities to maintain, repair, and preserve historic light stations; and (D) address how to assist eligible entities in increasing public access to historic light stations. ( 3) Report.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are made available to carry out the study under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report that describes the results of the study and any findings and recommendations of the Secretary. (

To provide for assistance to improve the resilience of historic light stations, to study the long-term protection needs of historic light stations, and to establish a national database of historic light stations, and for other purposes. 2) Historic light station.--The term ``historic light station'' means a lighthouse, including walkways and underlying, adjacent, and appurtenant land and related real property and associated improvements-- (A) that is owned or controlled by an eligible entity as a result of a conveyance under chapter 3051 of title 54, United States Code; and (B) that is included, or eligible for inclusion, in the National Register of Historic Places. ( (a) In General.--The Secretary may carry out projects to make structural or nonstructural improvements, including relocation-- (1) to improve the resilience of a historic light station against the adverse effects of climate change, such as sea level rise and storm damage; (2) to ensure continued public access to the historic light station; and (3) to improve public safety on the grounds of the historic light station. ( b) Costs.-- (1) Cost-share.--The Federal share of the cost of a project carried out under this section shall be 65 percent. ( (3) Report.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are made available to carry out the study under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report that describes the results of the study and any findings and recommendations of the Secretary. ( b) National Database.--Based on the results of the study under subsection (a), the Secretary shall establish a national database of historic light stations.

To provide for assistance to improve the resilience of historic light stations, to study the long-term protection needs of historic light stations, and to establish a national database of historic light stations, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Historic Lighthouse Resiliency Act''. b) Costs.-- (1) Cost-share.--The Federal share of the cost of a project carried out under this section shall be 65 percent. ( (2) Requirements.--As part of the study under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall-- (A) identify each historic light station in the United States; (B) recommend management alternatives that would be most effective for the long-term resiliency of historic light stations; (C) identify sources of financial and technical assistance for communities to maintain, repair, and preserve historic light stations; and (D) address how to assist eligible entities in increasing public access to historic light stations. ( 3) Report.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are made available to carry out the study under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report that describes the results of the study and any findings and recommendations of the Secretary. (

To provide for assistance to improve the resilience of historic light stations, to study the long-term protection needs of historic light stations, and to establish a national database of historic light stations, and for other purposes. 2) Historic light station.--The term ``historic light station'' means a lighthouse, including walkways and underlying, adjacent, and appurtenant land and related real property and associated improvements-- (A) that is owned or controlled by an eligible entity as a result of a conveyance under chapter 3051 of title 54, United States Code; and (B) that is included, or eligible for inclusion, in the National Register of Historic Places. ( (a) In General.--The Secretary may carry out projects to make structural or nonstructural improvements, including relocation-- (1) to improve the resilience of a historic light station against the adverse effects of climate change, such as sea level rise and storm damage; (2) to ensure continued public access to the historic light station; and (3) to improve public safety on the grounds of the historic light station. ( b) Costs.-- (1) Cost-share.--The Federal share of the cost of a project carried out under this section shall be 65 percent. ( (3) Report.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are made available to carry out the study under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report that describes the results of the study and any findings and recommendations of the Secretary. ( b) National Database.--Based on the results of the study under subsection (a), the Secretary shall establish a national database of historic light stations.

To provide for assistance to improve the resilience of historic light stations, to study the long-term protection needs of historic light stations, and to establish a national database of historic light stations, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Historic Lighthouse Resiliency Act''. b) Costs.-- (1) Cost-share.--The Federal share of the cost of a project carried out under this section shall be 65 percent. ( (2) Requirements.--As part of the study under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall-- (A) identify each historic light station in the United States; (B) recommend management alternatives that would be most effective for the long-term resiliency of historic light stations; (C) identify sources of financial and technical assistance for communities to maintain, repair, and preserve historic light stations; and (D) address how to assist eligible entities in increasing public access to historic light stations. ( 3) Report.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are made available to carry out the study under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report that describes the results of the study and any findings and recommendations of the Secretary. (

To provide for assistance to improve the resilience of historic light stations, to study the long-term protection needs of historic light stations, and to establish a national database of historic light stations, and for other purposes. 2) Historic light station.--The term ``historic light station'' means a lighthouse, including walkways and underlying, adjacent, and appurtenant land and related real property and associated improvements-- (A) that is owned or controlled by an eligible entity as a result of a conveyance under chapter 3051 of title 54, United States Code; and (B) that is included, or eligible for inclusion, in the National Register of Historic Places. ( (a) In General.--The Secretary may carry out projects to make structural or nonstructural improvements, including relocation-- (1) to improve the resilience of a historic light station against the adverse effects of climate change, such as sea level rise and storm damage; (2) to ensure continued public access to the historic light station; and (3) to improve public safety on the grounds of the historic light station. ( b) Costs.-- (1) Cost-share.--The Federal share of the cost of a project carried out under this section shall be 65 percent. ( (3) Report.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are made available to carry out the study under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report that describes the results of the study and any findings and recommendations of the Secretary. ( b) National Database.--Based on the results of the study under subsection (a), the Secretary shall establish a national database of historic light stations.

To provide for assistance to improve the resilience of historic light stations, to study the long-term protection needs of historic light stations, and to establish a national database of historic light stations, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Historic Lighthouse Resiliency Act''. b) Costs.-- (1) Cost-share.--The Federal share of the cost of a project carried out under this section shall be 65 percent. ( (2) Requirements.--As part of the study under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall-- (A) identify each historic light station in the United States; (B) recommend management alternatives that would be most effective for the long-term resiliency of historic light stations; (C) identify sources of financial and technical assistance for communities to maintain, repair, and preserve historic light stations; and (D) address how to assist eligible entities in increasing public access to historic light stations. ( 3) Report.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are made available to carry out the study under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report that describes the results of the study and any findings and recommendations of the Secretary. (

To provide for assistance to improve the resilience of historic light stations, to study the long-term protection needs of historic light stations, and to establish a national database of historic light stations, and for other purposes. 2) Historic light station.--The term ``historic light station'' means a lighthouse, including walkways and underlying, adjacent, and appurtenant land and related real property and associated improvements-- (A) that is owned or controlled by an eligible entity as a result of a conveyance under chapter 3051 of title 54, United States Code; and (B) that is included, or eligible for inclusion, in the National Register of Historic Places. ( (a) In General.--The Secretary may carry out projects to make structural or nonstructural improvements, including relocation-- (1) to improve the resilience of a historic light station against the adverse effects of climate change, such as sea level rise and storm damage; (2) to ensure continued public access to the historic light station; and (3) to improve public safety on the grounds of the historic light station. ( b) Costs.-- (1) Cost-share.--The Federal share of the cost of a project carried out under this section shall be 65 percent. ( (3) Report.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are made available to carry out the study under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report that describes the results of the study and any findings and recommendations of the Secretary. ( b) National Database.--Based on the results of the study under subsection (a), the Secretary shall establish a national database of historic light stations.

S.4410

Education

Graduation Reporting for Accuracy and Decision-Making Act or the GRAD Act This bill expands consumer information disclosure requirements related to student completion or graduation rates at institutions of higher education (IHEs) that participate in federal student-aid programs. Currently, such IHEs must disclose the completion or graduation rate of first-time, full-time, certificate- or degree-seeking undergraduate students. This bill expands disclosure requirements to include the completion or graduation rates of non-first-time and half-time certificate- or degree-seeking undergraduate students. The bill also sets forth new time periods for calculating the completion or graduation rates for programs of study that are less than four years.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for comprehensive student achievement information. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Graduation Reporting for Accuracy and Decision-Making Act'' or the ``GRAD Act''. SEC. 2. CONSUMER INFORMATION ABOUT COMPLETION OR GRADUATION TIMES. (a) Transparency in College Tuition for Consumers.--Section 132(i)(1)(J) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1015a(i)(1)(J)) is amended to read as follows: ``(J)(i) For programs of study 4 years of length or longer-- ``(I) the percentages of first-time, full- time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at the institution who obtain a degree or certificate within each of the times for completion or graduation described in subclauses (I) through (III) of clause (iii); ``(II) the percentages of first-time, part- time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at the institution who obtain a degree or certificate within each of the times for completion or graduation described in subclauses (I) through (III) of clause (iii); ``(III) the percentages of non-first time, full-time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at the institution who obtain a degree or certificate within each of the times for completion or graduation described in subclauses (I) through (III) of clause (iii); and ``(IV) the percentages of non-first-time, part-time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at the institution who obtain a degree or certificate within each of the times for completion or graduation described in subclauses (I) through (III) of clause (iii). ``(ii) For programs of study less than 4 years-- ``(I) the percentages of first-time, full- time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at the institution who obtain a degree or certificate within each of the times for completion or graduation described in subclauses (I) through (IV) of clause (iii); ``(II) the percentages of first-time, part- time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at the institution who obtain a degree or certificate within each of the times for completion or graduation described in subclauses (I) through (IV) of clause (iii); ``(III) the percentages of non-first-time, full-time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at the institution who obtain a degree or certificate within each of the times for completion or graduation described in subclauses (I) through (IV) of clause (iii); and ``(IV) the percentages of non-first-time, part-time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at the institution who obtain a degree or certificate within each of the times for completion or graduation described in subclauses (I) through (IV) of clause (iii). ``(iii) For purposes of this subparagraph, the times for completion or graduation are as follows: ``(I) The normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(II) 150 percent of the normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(III) 200 percent of the normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(IV) 300 percent of the normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(iv) In making publicly available the percentages described in this subparagraph, the Secretary shall display each percentage in a consistent manner and with equal visibility.''. (b) Institutional and Financial Assistance Information for Students.--Section 485(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1092(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking subparagraph (L) and inserting the following: ``(L) each completion or graduation rate for each type of student and program described in clauses (i) and (ii) of section 132(i)(1)(J);''; and (2) in paragraph (3), by striking ``within 150 percent of the normal time for completion of or graduation from the program'' and inserting ``within the time for completion or graduation described in section 132(i)(1)(J) applicable to such student and such program''. <all>

Graduation Reporting for Accuracy and Decision-Making Act

A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for comprehensive student achievement information.

Graduation Reporting for Accuracy and Decision-Making Act

Sen. Romney, Mitt

R

UT

This bill expands consumer information disclosure requirements related to student completion or graduation rates at institutions of higher education (IHEs) that participate in federal student-aid programs. Currently, such IHEs must disclose the completion or graduation rate of first-time, full-time, certificate- or degree-seeking undergraduate students. This bill expands disclosure requirements to include the completion or graduation rates of non-first-time and half-time certificate- or degree-seeking undergraduate students. The bill also sets forth new time periods for calculating the completion or graduation rates for programs of study that are less than four years.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for comprehensive student achievement information. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Graduation Reporting for Accuracy and Decision-Making Act'' or the ``GRAD Act''. SEC. 2. CONSUMER INFORMATION ABOUT COMPLETION OR GRADUATION TIMES. (a) Transparency in College Tuition for Consumers.--Section 132(i)(1)(J) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. ``(ii) For programs of study less than 4 years-- ``(I) the percentages of first-time, full- time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at the institution who obtain a degree or certificate within each of the times for completion or graduation described in subclauses (I) through (IV) of clause (iii); ``(II) the percentages of first-time, part- time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at the institution who obtain a degree or certificate within each of the times for completion or graduation described in subclauses (I) through (IV) of clause (iii); ``(III) the percentages of non-first-time, full-time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at the institution who obtain a degree or certificate within each of the times for completion or graduation described in subclauses (I) through (IV) of clause (iii); and ``(IV) the percentages of non-first-time, part-time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at the institution who obtain a degree or certificate within each of the times for completion or graduation described in subclauses (I) through (IV) of clause (iii). ``(iii) For purposes of this subparagraph, the times for completion or graduation are as follows: ``(I) The normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(II) 150 percent of the normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(III) 200 percent of the normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(IV) 300 percent of the normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(iv) In making publicly available the percentages described in this subparagraph, the Secretary shall display each percentage in a consistent manner and with equal visibility.''. (b) Institutional and Financial Assistance Information for Students.--Section 485(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1092(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking subparagraph (L) and inserting the following: ``(L) each completion or graduation rate for each type of student and program described in clauses (i) and (ii) of section 132(i)(1)(J);''; and (2) in paragraph (3), by striking ``within 150 percent of the normal time for completion of or graduation from the program'' and inserting ``within the time for completion or graduation described in section 132(i)(1)(J) applicable to such student and such 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 ``Graduation Reporting for Accuracy and Decision-Making Act'' or the ``GRAD Act''. SEC. 2. CONSUMER INFORMATION ABOUT COMPLETION OR GRADUATION TIMES. (a) Transparency in College Tuition for Consumers.--Section 132(i)(1)(J) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. ``(ii) For programs of study less than 4 years-- ``(I) the percentages of first-time, full- time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at the institution who obtain a degree or certificate within each of the times for completion or graduation described in subclauses (I) through (IV) of clause (iii); ``(II) the percentages of first-time, part- time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at the institution who obtain a degree or certificate within each of the times for completion or graduation described in subclauses (I) through (IV) of clause (iii); ``(III) the percentages of non-first-time, full-time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at the institution who obtain a degree or certificate within each of the times for completion or graduation described in subclauses (I) through (IV) of clause (iii); and ``(IV) the percentages of non-first-time, part-time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at the institution who obtain a degree or certificate within each of the times for completion or graduation described in subclauses (I) through (IV) of clause (iii). ``(II) 150 percent of the normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(iv) In making publicly available the percentages described in this subparagraph, the Secretary shall display each percentage in a consistent manner and with equal visibility.''.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for comprehensive student achievement information. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Graduation Reporting for Accuracy and Decision-Making Act'' or the ``GRAD Act''. SEC. 2. CONSUMER INFORMATION ABOUT COMPLETION OR GRADUATION TIMES. (a) Transparency in College Tuition for Consumers.--Section 132(i)(1)(J) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1015a(i)(1)(J)) is amended to read as follows: ``(J)(i) For programs of study 4 years of length or longer-- ``(I) the percentages of first-time, full- time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at the institution who obtain a degree or certificate within each of the times for completion or graduation described in subclauses (I) through (III) of clause (iii); ``(II) the percentages of first-time, part- time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at the institution who obtain a degree or certificate within each of the times for completion or graduation described in subclauses (I) through (III) of clause (iii); ``(III) the percentages of non-first time, full-time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at the institution who obtain a degree or certificate within each of the times for completion or graduation described in subclauses (I) through (III) of clause (iii); and ``(IV) the percentages of non-first-time, part-time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at the institution who obtain a degree or certificate within each of the times for completion or graduation described in subclauses (I) through (III) of clause (iii). ``(ii) For programs of study less than 4 years-- ``(I) the percentages of first-time, full- time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at the institution who obtain a degree or certificate within each of the times for completion or graduation described in subclauses (I) through (IV) of clause (iii); ``(II) the percentages of first-time, part- time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at the institution who obtain a degree or certificate within each of the times for completion or graduation described in subclauses (I) through (IV) of clause (iii); ``(III) the percentages of non-first-time, full-time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at the institution who obtain a degree or certificate within each of the times for completion or graduation described in subclauses (I) through (IV) of clause (iii); and ``(IV) the percentages of non-first-time, part-time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at the institution who obtain a degree or certificate within each of the times for completion or graduation described in subclauses (I) through (IV) of clause (iii). ``(iii) For purposes of this subparagraph, the times for completion or graduation are as follows: ``(I) The normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(II) 150 percent of the normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(III) 200 percent of the normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(IV) 300 percent of the normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(iv) In making publicly available the percentages described in this subparagraph, the Secretary shall display each percentage in a consistent manner and with equal visibility.''. (b) Institutional and Financial Assistance Information for Students.--Section 485(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1092(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking subparagraph (L) and inserting the following: ``(L) each completion or graduation rate for each type of student and program described in clauses (i) and (ii) of section 132(i)(1)(J);''; and (2) in paragraph (3), by striking ``within 150 percent of the normal time for completion of or graduation from the program'' and inserting ``within the time for completion or graduation described in section 132(i)(1)(J) applicable to such student and such program''. <all>

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for comprehensive student achievement information. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Graduation Reporting for Accuracy and Decision-Making Act'' or the ``GRAD Act''. SEC. 2. CONSUMER INFORMATION ABOUT COMPLETION OR GRADUATION TIMES. (a) Transparency in College Tuition for Consumers.--Section 132(i)(1)(J) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1015a(i)(1)(J)) is amended to read as follows: ``(J)(i) For programs of study 4 years of length or longer-- ``(I) the percentages of first-time, full- time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at the institution who obtain a degree or certificate within each of the times for completion or graduation described in subclauses (I) through (III) of clause (iii); ``(II) the percentages of first-time, part- time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at the institution who obtain a degree or certificate within each of the times for completion or graduation described in subclauses (I) through (III) of clause (iii); ``(III) the percentages of non-first time, full-time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at the institution who obtain a degree or certificate within each of the times for completion or graduation described in subclauses (I) through (III) of clause (iii); and ``(IV) the percentages of non-first-time, part-time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at the institution who obtain a degree or certificate within each of the times for completion or graduation described in subclauses (I) through (III) of clause (iii). ``(ii) For programs of study less than 4 years-- ``(I) the percentages of first-time, full- time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at the institution who obtain a degree or certificate within each of the times for completion or graduation described in subclauses (I) through (IV) of clause (iii); ``(II) the percentages of first-time, part- time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at the institution who obtain a degree or certificate within each of the times for completion or graduation described in subclauses (I) through (IV) of clause (iii); ``(III) the percentages of non-first-time, full-time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at the institution who obtain a degree or certificate within each of the times for completion or graduation described in subclauses (I) through (IV) of clause (iii); and ``(IV) the percentages of non-first-time, part-time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at the institution who obtain a degree or certificate within each of the times for completion or graduation described in subclauses (I) through (IV) of clause (iii). ``(iii) For purposes of this subparagraph, the times for completion or graduation are as follows: ``(I) The normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(II) 150 percent of the normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(III) 200 percent of the normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(IV) 300 percent of the normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(iv) In making publicly available the percentages described in this subparagraph, the Secretary shall display each percentage in a consistent manner and with equal visibility.''. (b) Institutional and Financial Assistance Information for Students.--Section 485(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1092(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking subparagraph (L) and inserting the following: ``(L) each completion or graduation rate for each type of student and program described in clauses (i) and (ii) of section 132(i)(1)(J);''; and (2) in paragraph (3), by striking ``within 150 percent of the normal time for completion of or graduation from the program'' and inserting ``within the time for completion or graduation described in section 132(i)(1)(J) applicable to such student and such program''. <all>

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for comprehensive student achievement information. This Act may be cited as the ``Graduation Reporting for Accuracy and Decision-Making Act'' or the ``GRAD Act''. ``(iii) For purposes of this subparagraph, the times for completion or graduation are as follows: ``(I) The normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(III) 200 percent of the normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(IV) 300 percent of the normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(iv) In making publicly available the percentages described in this subparagraph, the Secretary shall display each percentage in a consistent manner and with equal visibility.''. (

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for comprehensive student achievement information. This Act may be cited as the ``Graduation Reporting for Accuracy and Decision-Making Act'' or the ``GRAD Act''. ``(iii) For purposes of this subparagraph, the times for completion or graduation are as follows: ``(I) The normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(IV) 300 percent of the normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. 1092(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking subparagraph (L) and inserting the following: ``(L) each completion or graduation rate for each type of student and program described in clauses (i) and (ii) of section 132(i)(1)(J);''; and (2) in paragraph (3), by striking ``within 150 percent of the normal time for completion of or graduation from the program'' and inserting ``within the time for completion or graduation described in section 132(i)(1)(J) applicable to such student and such program''.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for comprehensive student achievement information. This Act may be cited as the ``Graduation Reporting for Accuracy and Decision-Making Act'' or the ``GRAD Act''. ``(iii) For purposes of this subparagraph, the times for completion or graduation are as follows: ``(I) The normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(IV) 300 percent of the normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. 1092(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking subparagraph (L) and inserting the following: ``(L) each completion or graduation rate for each type of student and program described in clauses (i) and (ii) of section 132(i)(1)(J);''; and (2) in paragraph (3), by striking ``within 150 percent of the normal time for completion of or graduation from the program'' and inserting ``within the time for completion or graduation described in section 132(i)(1)(J) applicable to such student and such program''.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for comprehensive student achievement information. This Act may be cited as the ``Graduation Reporting for Accuracy and Decision-Making Act'' or the ``GRAD Act''. ``(iii) For purposes of this subparagraph, the times for completion or graduation are as follows: ``(I) The normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(III) 200 percent of the normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(IV) 300 percent of the normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(iv) In making publicly available the percentages described in this subparagraph, the Secretary shall display each percentage in a consistent manner and with equal visibility.''. (

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for comprehensive student achievement information. This Act may be cited as the ``Graduation Reporting for Accuracy and Decision-Making Act'' or the ``GRAD Act''. ``(iii) For purposes of this subparagraph, the times for completion or graduation are as follows: ``(I) The normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(IV) 300 percent of the normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. 1092(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking subparagraph (L) and inserting the following: ``(L) each completion or graduation rate for each type of student and program described in clauses (i) and (ii) of section 132(i)(1)(J);''; and (2) in paragraph (3), by striking ``within 150 percent of the normal time for completion of or graduation from the program'' and inserting ``within the time for completion or graduation described in section 132(i)(1)(J) applicable to such student and such program''.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for comprehensive student achievement information. This Act may be cited as the ``Graduation Reporting for Accuracy and Decision-Making Act'' or the ``GRAD Act''. ``(iii) For purposes of this subparagraph, the times for completion or graduation are as follows: ``(I) The normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(III) 200 percent of the normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(IV) 300 percent of the normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(iv) In making publicly available the percentages described in this subparagraph, the Secretary shall display each percentage in a consistent manner and with equal visibility.''. (

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for comprehensive student achievement information. This Act may be cited as the ``Graduation Reporting for Accuracy and Decision-Making Act'' or the ``GRAD Act''. ``(iii) For purposes of this subparagraph, the times for completion or graduation are as follows: ``(I) The normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(IV) 300 percent of the normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. 1092(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking subparagraph (L) and inserting the following: ``(L) each completion or graduation rate for each type of student and program described in clauses (i) and (ii) of section 132(i)(1)(J);''; and (2) in paragraph (3), by striking ``within 150 percent of the normal time for completion of or graduation from the program'' and inserting ``within the time for completion or graduation described in section 132(i)(1)(J) applicable to such student and such program''.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for comprehensive student achievement information. This Act may be cited as the ``Graduation Reporting for Accuracy and Decision-Making Act'' or the ``GRAD Act''. ``(iii) For purposes of this subparagraph, the times for completion or graduation are as follows: ``(I) The normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(III) 200 percent of the normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(IV) 300 percent of the normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(iv) In making publicly available the percentages described in this subparagraph, the Secretary shall display each percentage in a consistent manner and with equal visibility.''. (

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for comprehensive student achievement information. This Act may be cited as the ``Graduation Reporting for Accuracy and Decision-Making Act'' or the ``GRAD Act''. ``(iii) For purposes of this subparagraph, the times for completion or graduation are as follows: ``(I) The normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(IV) 300 percent of the normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. 1092(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking subparagraph (L) and inserting the following: ``(L) each completion or graduation rate for each type of student and program described in clauses (i) and (ii) of section 132(i)(1)(J);''; and (2) in paragraph (3), by striking ``within 150 percent of the normal time for completion of or graduation from the program'' and inserting ``within the time for completion or graduation described in section 132(i)(1)(J) applicable to such student and such program''.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for comprehensive student achievement information. This Act may be cited as the ``Graduation Reporting for Accuracy and Decision-Making Act'' or the ``GRAD Act''. ``(iii) For purposes of this subparagraph, the times for completion or graduation are as follows: ``(I) The normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(III) 200 percent of the normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(IV) 300 percent of the normal time for completion of, or graduation from, the student's program. ``(iv) In making publicly available the percentages described in this subparagraph, the Secretary shall display each percentage in a consistent manner and with equal visibility.''. (

H.R.1494

Crime and Law Enforcement

Zero Tolerance for Domestic Abusers Act This bill establishes new federal firearms restrictions for individuals who are convicted of misdemeanor stalking offenses. The bill expands the categories of persons who are prohibited from receiving, possessing, shipping, or transporting a firearm or ammunition. Specifically, it adds a new category of prohibited persons: persons convicted of a misdemeanor crime of stalking. The term misdemeanor crime of stalking means a misdemeanor stalking offense under federal, state, tribal, or municipal law and a course of harassment, intimidation, or surveillance of another person that (1) places such person in reasonable fear of harm to themselves, an immediate family member, a household member, or a spouse or intimate partner (including a current or former dating partner); or (2) causes emotional distress to such person. The bill also specifically prohibits dating partners who are convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence or who are subject to certain restraining orders from receiving, possessing, shipping, or transporting a firearm or ammunition. Currently, such restrictions generally only apply to spouses, co-parents, and cohabitants.

To protect victims of stalking from gun violence. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Zero Tolerance for Domestic Abusers Act''. SEC. 2. ADDITION OF DATING PARTNERS AND INDIVIDUALS SUBJECT TO RESTRAINING ORDERS. (a) Definition.--Section 921(a) of title 18, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by striking paragraph (32) and inserting the following: ``(32) The term `intimate partner'-- ``(A) means with respect to a person, the spouse of the person, a former spouse of the person, an individual who is a parent of a child of the person, and an individual who cohabitates or has cohabited with the person; and ``(B) includes-- ``(i) a dating partner or former dating partner (as defined in section 2266); and ``(ii) any other person similarly situated to a spouse who is protected by the domestic or family violence laws of the State or tribal jurisdiction in which the injury occurred or where the victim resides.''; (2) in paragraph (33)(A)-- (A) in clause (i), by inserting ``municipal,'' after ``State,''; and (B) in clause (ii), by inserting ``dating partner (as defined in section 2266),'' after ``spouse,'' each place it appears; (3) by redesignating paragraphs (34) and (35) as paragraphs (35) and (36), respectively; and (4) by inserting after paragraph (33) the following: ``(34)(A) The term `misdemeanor crime of stalking' means an offense that is-- ``(i) a misdemeanor crime of stalking under Federal, State, municipal, or Tribal law; and ``(ii) a course of harassment, intimidation or surveillance of another person that-- ``(I) places that person in reasonable fear of material harm to the health or safety of-- ``(aa) that person; ``(bb) an immediate family member (as defined in section 115) of that person; ``(cc) a household member of that person; or ``(dd) a spouse or intimate partner of that person; or ``(II) causes, attempts to cause, or would reasonably be expected to cause emotional distress to a person described in item (aa), (bb), (cc), or (dd) of subclause (I). ``(B) A person shall not be considered to have been convicted of such an offense for purposes of this chapter, unless-- ``(i) the person was represented by counsel in the case, or knowingly and intelligently waived the right to counsel in the case; and ``(ii) in the case of a prosecution for an offense described in this paragraph for which a person was entitled to a jury trial in the jurisdiction in which the case was tried, either ``(I) the case was tried by a jury, or ``(II) the person knowingly and intelligently waived the right to have the case tried by a jury, by guilty plea or otherwise. ``(C) A person shall not be considered to have been convicted of such an offense for purposes of this chapter if the conviction has been expunged or set aside, or is an offense for which the person has been pardoned or has had civil rights restored (if the law of the applicable jurisdiction provides for the loss of civil rights under such an offense) unless the pardon, expungement, or restoration of civil rights expressly provides that the person may not ship, transport, possess, or receive firearms.''. SEC. 3. PROHIBITING STALKERS FROM POSSESSING A FIREARM. Section 922 of title 18, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subsection (d)-- (A) in paragraph (8)(ii), by striking ``or'' at the end; (B) in paragraph (9), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (9) the following: ``(10) has been convicted in any court of a misdemeanor crime of stalking.''; and (2) in subsection (g)-- (A) in paragraph (8)(C)(ii), by striking ``or'' at the end; (B) in paragraph (9), by striking the comma at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (9) the following: ``(10) who has been convicted in any court of a misdemeanor crime of stalking,''. <all>

Zero Tolerance for Domestic Abusers Act

To protect victims of stalking from gun violence.

Zero Tolerance for Domestic Abusers Act

Rep. Dingell, Debbie

D

MI

This bill establishes new federal firearms restrictions for individuals who are convicted of misdemeanor stalking offenses. The bill expands the categories of persons who are prohibited from receiving, possessing, shipping, or transporting a firearm or ammunition. Specifically, it adds a new category of prohibited persons: persons convicted of a misdemeanor crime of stalking. The term misdemeanor crime of stalking means a misdemeanor stalking offense under federal, state, tribal, or municipal law and a course of harassment, intimidation, or surveillance of another person that (1) places such person in reasonable fear of harm to themselves, an immediate family member, a household member, or a spouse or intimate partner (including a current or former dating partner); or (2) causes emotional distress to such person. The bill also specifically prohibits dating partners who are convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence or who are subject to certain restraining orders from receiving, possessing, shipping, or transporting a firearm or ammunition. Currently, such restrictions generally only apply to spouses, co-parents, and cohabitants.

This Act may be cited as the ``Zero Tolerance for Domestic Abusers Act''. (a) Definition.--Section 921(a) of title 18, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by striking paragraph (32) and inserting the following: ``(32) The term `intimate partner'-- ``(A) means with respect to a person, the spouse of the person, a former spouse of the person, an individual who is a parent of a child of the person, and an individual who cohabitates or has cohabited with the person; and ``(B) includes-- ``(i) a dating partner or former dating partner (as defined in section 2266); and ``(ii) any other person similarly situated to a spouse who is protected by the domestic or family violence laws of the State or tribal jurisdiction in which the injury occurred or where the victim resides. ''; (2) in paragraph (33)(A)-- (A) in clause (i), by inserting ``municipal,'' after ``State,''; and (B) in clause (ii), by inserting ``dating partner (as defined in section 2266),'' after ``spouse,'' each place it appears; (3) by redesignating paragraphs (34) and (35) as paragraphs (35) and (36), respectively; and (4) by inserting after paragraph (33) the following: ``(34)(A) The term `misdemeanor crime of stalking' means an offense that is-- ``(i) a misdemeanor crime of stalking under Federal, State, municipal, or Tribal law; and ``(ii) a course of harassment, intimidation or surveillance of another person that-- ``(I) places that person in reasonable fear of material harm to the health or safety of-- ``(aa) that person; ``(bb) an immediate family member (as defined in section 115) of that person; ``(cc) a household member of that person; or ``(dd) a spouse or intimate partner of that person; or ``(II) causes, attempts to cause, or would reasonably be expected to cause emotional distress to a person described in item (aa), (bb), (cc), or (dd) of subclause (I). ``(B) A person shall not be considered to have been convicted of such an offense for purposes of this chapter, unless-- ``(i) the person was represented by counsel in the case, or knowingly and intelligently waived the right to counsel in the case; and ``(ii) in the case of a prosecution for an offense described in this paragraph for which a person was entitled to a jury trial in the jurisdiction in which the case was tried, either ``(I) the case was tried by a jury, or ``(II) the person knowingly and intelligently waived the right to have the case tried by a jury, by guilty plea or otherwise. SEC. 3. PROHIBITING STALKERS FROM POSSESSING A FIREARM. ''; and (2) in subsection (g)-- (A) in paragraph (8)(C)(ii), by striking ``or'' at the end; (B) in paragraph (9), by striking the comma at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (9) the following: ``(10) who has been convicted in any court of a misdemeanor crime of stalking,''.

This Act may be cited as the ``Zero Tolerance for Domestic Abusers Act''. (a) Definition.--Section 921(a) of title 18, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by striking paragraph (32) and inserting the following: ``(32) The term `intimate partner'-- ``(A) means with respect to a person, the spouse of the person, a former spouse of the person, an individual who is a parent of a child of the person, and an individual who cohabitates or has cohabited with the person; and ``(B) includes-- ``(i) a dating partner or former dating partner (as defined in section 2266); and ``(ii) any other person similarly situated to a spouse who is protected by the domestic or family violence laws of the State or tribal jurisdiction in which the injury occurred or where the victim resides. ``(B) A person shall not be considered to have been convicted of such an offense for purposes of this chapter, unless-- ``(i) the person was represented by counsel in the case, or knowingly and intelligently waived the right to counsel in the case; and ``(ii) in the case of a prosecution for an offense described in this paragraph for which a person was entitled to a jury trial in the jurisdiction in which the case was tried, either ``(I) the case was tried by a jury, or ``(II) the person knowingly and intelligently waived the right to have the case tried by a jury, by guilty plea or otherwise. SEC. 3. PROHIBITING STALKERS FROM POSSESSING A FIREARM. ''; and (2) in subsection (g)-- (A) in paragraph (8)(C)(ii), by striking ``or'' at the end; (B) in paragraph (9), by striking the comma at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (9) the following: ``(10) who has been convicted in any court of a misdemeanor crime of stalking,''.

To protect victims of stalking from gun violence. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Zero Tolerance for Domestic Abusers Act''. SEC. 2. ADDITION OF DATING PARTNERS AND INDIVIDUALS SUBJECT TO RESTRAINING ORDERS. (a) Definition.--Section 921(a) of title 18, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by striking paragraph (32) and inserting the following: ``(32) The term `intimate partner'-- ``(A) means with respect to a person, the spouse of the person, a former spouse of the person, an individual who is a parent of a child of the person, and an individual who cohabitates or has cohabited with the person; and ``(B) includes-- ``(i) a dating partner or former dating partner (as defined in section 2266); and ``(ii) any other person similarly situated to a spouse who is protected by the domestic or family violence laws of the State or tribal jurisdiction in which the injury occurred or where the victim resides.''; (2) in paragraph (33)(A)-- (A) in clause (i), by inserting ``municipal,'' after ``State,''; and (B) in clause (ii), by inserting ``dating partner (as defined in section 2266),'' after ``spouse,'' each place it appears; (3) by redesignating paragraphs (34) and (35) as paragraphs (35) and (36), respectively; and (4) by inserting after paragraph (33) the following: ``(34)(A) The term `misdemeanor crime of stalking' means an offense that is-- ``(i) a misdemeanor crime of stalking under Federal, State, municipal, or Tribal law; and ``(ii) a course of harassment, intimidation or surveillance of another person that-- ``(I) places that person in reasonable fear of material harm to the health or safety of-- ``(aa) that person; ``(bb) an immediate family member (as defined in section 115) of that person; ``(cc) a household member of that person; or ``(dd) a spouse or intimate partner of that person; or ``(II) causes, attempts to cause, or would reasonably be expected to cause emotional distress to a person described in item (aa), (bb), (cc), or (dd) of subclause (I). ``(B) A person shall not be considered to have been convicted of such an offense for purposes of this chapter, unless-- ``(i) the person was represented by counsel in the case, or knowingly and intelligently waived the right to counsel in the case; and ``(ii) in the case of a prosecution for an offense described in this paragraph for which a person was entitled to a jury trial in the jurisdiction in which the case was tried, either ``(I) the case was tried by a jury, or ``(II) the person knowingly and intelligently waived the right to have the case tried by a jury, by guilty plea or otherwise. ``(C) A person shall not be considered to have been convicted of such an offense for purposes of this chapter if the conviction has been expunged or set aside, or is an offense for which the person has been pardoned or has had civil rights restored (if the law of the applicable jurisdiction provides for the loss of civil rights under such an offense) unless the pardon, expungement, or restoration of civil rights expressly provides that the person may not ship, transport, possess, or receive firearms.''. SEC. 3. PROHIBITING STALKERS FROM POSSESSING A FIREARM. Section 922 of title 18, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subsection (d)-- (A) in paragraph (8)(ii), by striking ``or'' at the end; (B) in paragraph (9), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (9) the following: ``(10) has been convicted in any court of a misdemeanor crime of stalking.''; and (2) in subsection (g)-- (A) in paragraph (8)(C)(ii), by striking ``or'' at the end; (B) in paragraph (9), by striking the comma at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (9) the following: ``(10) who has been convicted in any court of a misdemeanor crime of stalking,''. <all>

To protect victims of stalking from gun violence. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Zero Tolerance for Domestic Abusers Act''. SEC. 2. ADDITION OF DATING PARTNERS AND INDIVIDUALS SUBJECT TO RESTRAINING ORDERS. (a) Definition.--Section 921(a) of title 18, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by striking paragraph (32) and inserting the following: ``(32) The term `intimate partner'-- ``(A) means with respect to a person, the spouse of the person, a former spouse of the person, an individual who is a parent of a child of the person, and an individual who cohabitates or has cohabited with the person; and ``(B) includes-- ``(i) a dating partner or former dating partner (as defined in section 2266); and ``(ii) any other person similarly situated to a spouse who is protected by the domestic or family violence laws of the State or tribal jurisdiction in which the injury occurred or where the victim resides.''; (2) in paragraph (33)(A)-- (A) in clause (i), by inserting ``municipal,'' after ``State,''; and (B) in clause (ii), by inserting ``dating partner (as defined in section 2266),'' after ``spouse,'' each place it appears; (3) by redesignating paragraphs (34) and (35) as paragraphs (35) and (36), respectively; and (4) by inserting after paragraph (33) the following: ``(34)(A) The term `misdemeanor crime of stalking' means an offense that is-- ``(i) a misdemeanor crime of stalking under Federal, State, municipal, or Tribal law; and ``(ii) a course of harassment, intimidation or surveillance of another person that-- ``(I) places that person in reasonable fear of material harm to the health or safety of-- ``(aa) that person; ``(bb) an immediate family member (as defined in section 115) of that person; ``(cc) a household member of that person; or ``(dd) a spouse or intimate partner of that person; or ``(II) causes, attempts to cause, or would reasonably be expected to cause emotional distress to a person described in item (aa), (bb), (cc), or (dd) of subclause (I). ``(B) A person shall not be considered to have been convicted of such an offense for purposes of this chapter, unless-- ``(i) the person was represented by counsel in the case, or knowingly and intelligently waived the right to counsel in the case; and ``(ii) in the case of a prosecution for an offense described in this paragraph for which a person was entitled to a jury trial in the jurisdiction in which the case was tried, either ``(I) the case was tried by a jury, or ``(II) the person knowingly and intelligently waived the right to have the case tried by a jury, by guilty plea or otherwise. ``(C) A person shall not be considered to have been convicted of such an offense for purposes of this chapter if the conviction has been expunged or set aside, or is an offense for which the person has been pardoned or has had civil rights restored (if the law of the applicable jurisdiction provides for the loss of civil rights under such an offense) unless the pardon, expungement, or restoration of civil rights expressly provides that the person may not ship, transport, possess, or receive firearms.''. SEC. 3. PROHIBITING STALKERS FROM POSSESSING A FIREARM. Section 922 of title 18, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subsection (d)-- (A) in paragraph (8)(ii), by striking ``or'' at the end; (B) in paragraph (9), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (9) the following: ``(10) has been convicted in any court of a misdemeanor crime of stalking.''; and (2) in subsection (g)-- (A) in paragraph (8)(C)(ii), by striking ``or'' at the end; (B) in paragraph (9), by striking the comma at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (9) the following: ``(10) who has been convicted in any court of a misdemeanor crime of stalking,''. <all>

To protect victims of stalking from gun violence. This Act may be cited as the ``Zero Tolerance for Domestic Abusers Act''. ``(C) A person shall not be considered to have been convicted of such an offense for purposes of this chapter if the conviction has been expunged or set aside, or is an offense for which the person has been pardoned or has had civil rights restored (if the law of the applicable jurisdiction provides for the loss of civil rights under such an offense) unless the pardon, expungement, or restoration of civil rights expressly provides that the person may not ship, transport, possess, or receive firearms.''. PROHIBITING STALKERS FROM POSSESSING A FIREARM. Section 922 of title 18, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subsection (d)-- (A) in paragraph (8)(ii), by striking ``or'' at the end; (B) in paragraph (9), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (9) the following: ``(10) has been convicted in any court of a misdemeanor crime of stalking. ''; and (2) in subsection (g)-- (A) in paragraph (8)(C)(ii), by striking ``or'' at the end; (B) in paragraph (9), by striking the comma at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (9) the following: ``(10) who has been convicted in any court of a misdemeanor crime of stalking,''.

To protect victims of stalking from gun violence. This Act may be cited as the ``Zero Tolerance for Domestic Abusers Act''. ``(C) A person shall not be considered to have been convicted of such an offense for purposes of this chapter if the conviction has been expunged or set aside, or is an offense for which the person has been pardoned or has had civil rights restored (if the law of the applicable jurisdiction provides for the loss of civil rights under such an offense) unless the pardon, expungement, or restoration of civil rights expressly provides that the person may not ship, transport, possess, or receive firearms.''. Section 922 of title 18, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subsection (d)-- (A) in paragraph (8)(ii), by striking ``or'' at the end; (B) in paragraph (9), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (9) the following: ``(10) has been convicted in any court of a misdemeanor crime of stalking. '';

To protect victims of stalking from gun violence. This Act may be cited as the ``Zero Tolerance for Domestic Abusers Act''. ``(C) A person shall not be considered to have been convicted of such an offense for purposes of this chapter if the conviction has been expunged or set aside, or is an offense for which the person has been pardoned or has had civil rights restored (if the law of the applicable jurisdiction provides for the loss of civil rights under such an offense) unless the pardon, expungement, or restoration of civil rights expressly provides that the person may not ship, transport, possess, or receive firearms.''. Section 922 of title 18, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subsection (d)-- (A) in paragraph (8)(ii), by striking ``or'' at the end; (B) in paragraph (9), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (9) the following: ``(10) has been convicted in any court of a misdemeanor crime of stalking. '';

To protect victims of stalking from gun violence. This Act may be cited as the ``Zero Tolerance for Domestic Abusers Act''. ``(C) A person shall not be considered to have been convicted of such an offense for purposes of this chapter if the conviction has been expunged or set aside, or is an offense for which the person has been pardoned or has had civil rights restored (if the law of the applicable jurisdiction provides for the loss of civil rights under such an offense) unless the pardon, expungement, or restoration of civil rights expressly provides that the person may not ship, transport, possess, or receive firearms.''. PROHIBITING STALKERS FROM POSSESSING A FIREARM. Section 922 of title 18, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subsection (d)-- (A) in paragraph (8)(ii), by striking ``or'' at the end; (B) in paragraph (9), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (9) the following: ``(10) has been convicted in any court of a misdemeanor crime of stalking. ''; and (2) in subsection (g)-- (A) in paragraph (8)(C)(ii), by striking ``or'' at the end; (B) in paragraph (9), by striking the comma at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (9) the following: ``(10) who has been convicted in any court of a misdemeanor crime of stalking,''.

To protect victims of stalking from gun violence. This Act may be cited as the ``Zero Tolerance for Domestic Abusers Act''. ``(C) A person shall not be considered to have been convicted of such an offense for purposes of this chapter if the conviction has been expunged or set aside, or is an offense for which the person has been pardoned or has had civil rights restored (if the law of the applicable jurisdiction provides for the loss of civil rights under such an offense) unless the pardon, expungement, or restoration of civil rights expressly provides that the person may not ship, transport, possess, or receive firearms.''. Section 922 of title 18, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subsection (d)-- (A) in paragraph (8)(ii), by striking ``or'' at the end; (B) in paragraph (9), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (9) the following: ``(10) has been convicted in any court of a misdemeanor crime of stalking. '';

To protect victims of stalking from gun violence. This Act may be cited as the ``Zero Tolerance for Domestic Abusers Act''. ``(C) A person shall not be considered to have been convicted of such an offense for purposes of this chapter if the conviction has been expunged or set aside, or is an offense for which the person has been pardoned or has had civil rights restored (if the law of the applicable jurisdiction provides for the loss of civil rights under such an offense) unless the pardon, expungement, or restoration of civil rights expressly provides that the person may not ship, transport, possess, or receive firearms.''. PROHIBITING STALKERS FROM POSSESSING A FIREARM. Section 922 of title 18, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subsection (d)-- (A) in paragraph (8)(ii), by striking ``or'' at the end; (B) in paragraph (9), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (9) the following: ``(10) has been convicted in any court of a misdemeanor crime of stalking. ''; and (2) in subsection (g)-- (A) in paragraph (8)(C)(ii), by striking ``or'' at the end; (B) in paragraph (9), by striking the comma at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (9) the following: ``(10) who has been convicted in any court of a misdemeanor crime of stalking,''.

To protect victims of stalking from gun violence. This Act may be cited as the ``Zero Tolerance for Domestic Abusers Act''. ``(C) A person shall not be considered to have been convicted of such an offense for purposes of this chapter if the conviction has been expunged or set aside, or is an offense for which the person has been pardoned or has had civil rights restored (if the law of the applicable jurisdiction provides for the loss of civil rights under such an offense) unless the pardon, expungement, or restoration of civil rights expressly provides that the person may not ship, transport, possess, or receive firearms.''. Section 922 of title 18, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subsection (d)-- (A) in paragraph (8)(ii), by striking ``or'' at the end; (B) in paragraph (9), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (9) the following: ``(10) has been convicted in any court of a misdemeanor crime of stalking. '';

To protect victims of stalking from gun violence. This Act may be cited as the ``Zero Tolerance for Domestic Abusers Act''. ``(C) A person shall not be considered to have been convicted of such an offense for purposes of this chapter if the conviction has been expunged or set aside, or is an offense for which the person has been pardoned or has had civil rights restored (if the law of the applicable jurisdiction provides for the loss of civil rights under such an offense) unless the pardon, expungement, or restoration of civil rights expressly provides that the person may not ship, transport, possess, or receive firearms.''. PROHIBITING STALKERS FROM POSSESSING A FIREARM. Section 922 of title 18, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subsection (d)-- (A) in paragraph (8)(ii), by striking ``or'' at the end; (B) in paragraph (9), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (9) the following: ``(10) has been convicted in any court of a misdemeanor crime of stalking. ''; and (2) in subsection (g)-- (A) in paragraph (8)(C)(ii), by striking ``or'' at the end; (B) in paragraph (9), by striking the comma at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (9) the following: ``(10) who has been convicted in any court of a misdemeanor crime of stalking,''.

To protect victims of stalking from gun violence. This Act may be cited as the ``Zero Tolerance for Domestic Abusers Act''. ``(C) A person shall not be considered to have been convicted of such an offense for purposes of this chapter if the conviction has been expunged or set aside, or is an offense for which the person has been pardoned or has had civil rights restored (if the law of the applicable jurisdiction provides for the loss of civil rights under such an offense) unless the pardon, expungement, or restoration of civil rights expressly provides that the person may not ship, transport, possess, or receive firearms.''. Section 922 of title 18, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subsection (d)-- (A) in paragraph (8)(ii), by striking ``or'' at the end; (B) in paragraph (9), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (9) the following: ``(10) has been convicted in any court of a misdemeanor crime of stalking. '';

To protect victims of stalking from gun violence. This Act may be cited as the ``Zero Tolerance for Domestic Abusers Act''. ``(C) A person shall not be considered to have been convicted of such an offense for purposes of this chapter if the conviction has been expunged or set aside, or is an offense for which the person has been pardoned or has had civil rights restored (if the law of the applicable jurisdiction provides for the loss of civil rights under such an offense) unless the pardon, expungement, or restoration of civil rights expressly provides that the person may not ship, transport, possess, or receive firearms.''. PROHIBITING STALKERS FROM POSSESSING A FIREARM. Section 922 of title 18, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subsection (d)-- (A) in paragraph (8)(ii), by striking ``or'' at the end; (B) in paragraph (9), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (9) the following: ``(10) has been convicted in any court of a misdemeanor crime of stalking. ''; and (2) in subsection (g)-- (A) in paragraph (8)(C)(ii), by striking ``or'' at the end; (B) in paragraph (9), by striking the comma at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (9) the following: ``(10) who has been convicted in any court of a misdemeanor crime of stalking,''.

S.1450

Health

Access to Genetic Counselor Services Act of 2021 This bill provides for coverage under Medicare of genetic counseling services that are furnished by genetic counselors. Covered services include those services, as well as incidental services and supplies, that would otherwise be covered under Medicare if provided by a physician.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for expanded coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B of the Medicare 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 ``Access to Genetic Counselor Services Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. MEDICARE COVERAGE OF GENETIC COUNSELING SERVICES. (a) In General.--Section 1861 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x) is amended-- (1) in subsection (s)(2)-- (A) by striking ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (GG); (B) by adding ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (HH); and (C) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(II) covered genetic counseling services (as defined in subsection (lll)(1));''; and (2) by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``Covered Genetic Counseling Services ``(lll)(1) The term `covered genetic counseling services' means genetic counseling services furnished by a genetic counselor (as defined in paragraph (2)) (and such services and supplies furnished as an incident to the provision of such services) as would otherwise be covered under this title if furnished by a physician (or as incident to a physician's service). ``(2) The term `genetic counselor' means an individual who-- ``(A) is licensed as a genetic counselor by the State in which the individual furnishes genetic counseling services; or ``(B) in the case of an individual practicing in a State that does not license genetic counselors, meets such other criteria as the Secretary establishes. The provisions of this paragraph shall not be construed as preventing other practitioners, including those providing telehealth services, from providing covered genetic counseling services within the scope of their practice.''. (b) Physicians' Services.--Section 1848(j)(3) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-4(j)(3)) is amended by inserting ``(2)(II),'' after ``(2)(FF) (including administration of the health risk assessment),''. (c) Payment.-- (1) In general.--Section 1833(a)(1) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395l(a)(1)) is amended-- (A) by striking ``and'' before ``(DD)''; and (B) by inserting before the semicolon at the end the following: ``, and (EE) with respect to covered genetic counseling services under section 1861(s)(2)(II), furnished by a genetic counselor, the amount of payment for such service shall be an amount equal to 85 percent of the lesser of the actual charge for the services or the amount determined under the fee schedule established under section 1848(b) for the same services if furnished by a physician''. (2) Modifier.--Section 1834 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(z) Use of Modifier With Respect to Genetic Counseling Services.-- ``(1) Establishment.--Not later than January 1, 2022, the Secretary shall establish a modifier to be utilized with evaluation and management CPT codes to indicate (in a form and manner specified by the Secretary), in the case of covered genetic counseling services under section 1861(s)(2)(II), if such services were furnished by a genetic counselor. ``(2) Required use.--Each request for payment, or bill submitted using evaluation and management CPT codes, for covered genetic counseling services (as defined in section 1861(lll)(1)) furnished by a genetic counselor (as defined in section 1861(lll)(2)) on or after January 1, 2022, shall include the modifier established under subparagraph (A) for each such service.''. (d) Assignment of Payment.--Section 1833(r) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395l(r)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) Application to genetic counselors.--The provisions of paragraphs (1) and (2) shall apply with respect to covered genetic counseling services described in section 1861(s)(2)(II) and genetic counselors (as defined in section 1861(lll)(2)) in the same manner as such provisions apply with respect to services described in section 1861(s)(2)(K)(ii) and nurse practitioners.''. (e) Conforming Amendment.--Section 1862(a)(14) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395(y)(a)(14)) is amended by inserting ``covered genetic counseling services,'' after ``qualified psychologist services,''. (f) Effective Date.-- (1) In general.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to services furnished on or after January 1, 2022. (2) Implementation.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services may implement the amendments made by this section by interim final rule with comment period. <all>

Access to Genetic Counselor Services Act of 2021

A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for expanded coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B of the Medicare program, and for other purposes.

Access to Genetic Counselor Services Act of 2021

Sen. Barrasso, John

R

WY

This bill provides for coverage under Medicare of genetic counseling services that are furnished by genetic counselors. Covered services include those services, as well as incidental services and supplies, that would otherwise be covered under Medicare if provided by a physician.

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. MEDICARE COVERAGE OF GENETIC COUNSELING SERVICES. 1395x) is amended-- (1) in subsection (s)(2)-- (A) by striking ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (GG); (B) by adding ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (HH); and (C) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(II) covered genetic counseling services (as defined in subsection (lll)(1));''; and (2) by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``Covered Genetic Counseling Services ``(lll)(1) The term `covered genetic counseling services' means genetic counseling services furnished by a genetic counselor (as defined in paragraph (2)) (and such services and supplies furnished as an incident to the provision of such services) as would otherwise be covered under this title if furnished by a physician (or as incident to a physician's service). ``(2) The term `genetic counselor' means an individual who-- ``(A) is licensed as a genetic counselor by the State in which the individual furnishes genetic counseling services; or ``(B) in the case of an individual practicing in a State that does not license genetic counselors, meets such other criteria as the Secretary establishes. The provisions of this paragraph shall not be construed as preventing other practitioners, including those providing telehealth services, from providing covered genetic counseling services within the scope of their practice.''. 1395w-4(j)(3)) is amended by inserting ``(2)(II),'' after ``(2)(FF) (including administration of the health risk assessment),''. (c) Payment.-- (1) In general.--Section 1833(a)(1) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395l(a)(1)) is amended-- (A) by striking ``and'' before ``(DD)''; and (B) by inserting before the semicolon at the end the following: ``, and (EE) with respect to covered genetic counseling services under section 1861(s)(2)(II), furnished by a genetic counselor, the amount of payment for such service shall be an amount equal to 85 percent of the lesser of the actual charge for the services or the amount determined under the fee schedule established under section 1848(b) for the same services if furnished by a physician''. 1395m) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(z) Use of Modifier With Respect to Genetic Counseling Services.-- ``(1) Establishment.--Not later than January 1, 2022, the Secretary shall establish a modifier to be utilized with evaluation and management CPT codes to indicate (in a form and manner specified by the Secretary), in the case of covered genetic counseling services under section 1861(s)(2)(II), if such services were furnished by a genetic counselor. (f) Effective Date.-- (1) In general.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to services furnished on or after January 1, 2022. (2) Implementation.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services may implement the amendments made by this section by interim final rule with comment period.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SEC. 2. MEDICARE COVERAGE OF GENETIC COUNSELING SERVICES. 1395x) is amended-- (1) in subsection (s)(2)-- (A) by striking ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (GG); (B) by adding ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (HH); and (C) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(II) covered genetic counseling services (as defined in subsection (lll)(1));''; and (2) by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``Covered Genetic Counseling Services ``(lll)(1) The term `covered genetic counseling services' means genetic counseling services furnished by a genetic counselor (as defined in paragraph (2)) (and such services and supplies furnished as an incident to the provision of such services) as would otherwise be covered under this title if furnished by a physician (or as incident to a physician's service). The provisions of this paragraph shall not be construed as preventing other practitioners, including those providing telehealth services, from providing covered genetic counseling services within the scope of their practice.''. 1395w-4(j)(3)) is amended by inserting ``(2)(II),'' after ``(2)(FF) (including administration of the health risk assessment),''. (c) Payment.-- (1) In general.--Section 1833(a)(1) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(z) Use of Modifier With Respect to Genetic Counseling Services.-- ``(1) Establishment.--Not later than January 1, 2022, the Secretary shall establish a modifier to be utilized with evaluation and management CPT codes to indicate (in a form and manner specified by the Secretary), in the case of covered genetic counseling services under section 1861(s)(2)(II), if such services were furnished by a genetic counselor. (f) Effective Date.-- (1) In general.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to services furnished on or after January 1, 2022. (2) Implementation.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services may implement the amendments made by this section by interim final rule with comment period.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for expanded coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B of the Medicare 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 ``Access to Genetic Counselor Services Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. MEDICARE COVERAGE OF GENETIC COUNSELING SERVICES. 1395x) is amended-- (1) in subsection (s)(2)-- (A) by striking ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (GG); (B) by adding ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (HH); and (C) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(II) covered genetic counseling services (as defined in subsection (lll)(1));''; and (2) by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``Covered Genetic Counseling Services ``(lll)(1) The term `covered genetic counseling services' means genetic counseling services furnished by a genetic counselor (as defined in paragraph (2)) (and such services and supplies furnished as an incident to the provision of such services) as would otherwise be covered under this title if furnished by a physician (or as incident to a physician's service). ``(2) The term `genetic counselor' means an individual who-- ``(A) is licensed as a genetic counselor by the State in which the individual furnishes genetic counseling services; or ``(B) in the case of an individual practicing in a State that does not license genetic counselors, meets such other criteria as the Secretary establishes. The provisions of this paragraph shall not be construed as preventing other practitioners, including those providing telehealth services, from providing covered genetic counseling services within the scope of their practice.''. (b) Physicians' Services.--Section 1848(j)(3) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-4(j)(3)) is amended by inserting ``(2)(II),'' after ``(2)(FF) (including administration of the health risk assessment),''. (c) Payment.-- (1) In general.--Section 1833(a)(1) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395l(a)(1)) is amended-- (A) by striking ``and'' before ``(DD)''; and (B) by inserting before the semicolon at the end the following: ``, and (EE) with respect to covered genetic counseling services under section 1861(s)(2)(II), furnished by a genetic counselor, the amount of payment for such service shall be an amount equal to 85 percent of the lesser of the actual charge for the services or the amount determined under the fee schedule established under section 1848(b) for the same services if furnished by a physician''. (2) Modifier.--Section 1834 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(z) Use of Modifier With Respect to Genetic Counseling Services.-- ``(1) Establishment.--Not later than January 1, 2022, the Secretary shall establish a modifier to be utilized with evaluation and management CPT codes to indicate (in a form and manner specified by the Secretary), in the case of covered genetic counseling services under section 1861(s)(2)(II), if such services were furnished by a genetic counselor. ``(2) Required use.--Each request for payment, or bill submitted using evaluation and management CPT codes, for covered genetic counseling services (as defined in section 1861(lll)(1)) furnished by a genetic counselor (as defined in section 1861(lll)(2)) on or after January 1, 2022, shall include the modifier established under subparagraph (A) for each such service.''. (d) Assignment of Payment.--Section 1833(r) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395l(r)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) Application to genetic counselors.--The provisions of paragraphs (1) and (2) shall apply with respect to covered genetic counseling services described in section 1861(s)(2)(II) and genetic counselors (as defined in section 1861(lll)(2)) in the same manner as such provisions apply with respect to services described in section 1861(s)(2)(K)(ii) and nurse practitioners.''. (e) Conforming Amendment.--Section 1862(a)(14) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395(y)(a)(14)) is amended by inserting ``covered genetic counseling services,'' after ``qualified psychologist services,''. (f) Effective Date.-- (1) In general.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to services furnished on or after January 1, 2022. (2) Implementation.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services may implement the amendments made by this section by interim final rule with comment period.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for expanded coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B of the Medicare 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 ``Access to Genetic Counselor Services Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. MEDICARE COVERAGE OF GENETIC COUNSELING SERVICES. (a) In General.--Section 1861 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x) is amended-- (1) in subsection (s)(2)-- (A) by striking ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (GG); (B) by adding ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (HH); and (C) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(II) covered genetic counseling services (as defined in subsection (lll)(1));''; and (2) by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``Covered Genetic Counseling Services ``(lll)(1) The term `covered genetic counseling services' means genetic counseling services furnished by a genetic counselor (as defined in paragraph (2)) (and such services and supplies furnished as an incident to the provision of such services) as would otherwise be covered under this title if furnished by a physician (or as incident to a physician's service). ``(2) The term `genetic counselor' means an individual who-- ``(A) is licensed as a genetic counselor by the State in which the individual furnishes genetic counseling services; or ``(B) in the case of an individual practicing in a State that does not license genetic counselors, meets such other criteria as the Secretary establishes. The provisions of this paragraph shall not be construed as preventing other practitioners, including those providing telehealth services, from providing covered genetic counseling services within the scope of their practice.''. (b) Physicians' Services.--Section 1848(j)(3) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-4(j)(3)) is amended by inserting ``(2)(II),'' after ``(2)(FF) (including administration of the health risk assessment),''. (c) Payment.-- (1) In general.--Section 1833(a)(1) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395l(a)(1)) is amended-- (A) by striking ``and'' before ``(DD)''; and (B) by inserting before the semicolon at the end the following: ``, and (EE) with respect to covered genetic counseling services under section 1861(s)(2)(II), furnished by a genetic counselor, the amount of payment for such service shall be an amount equal to 85 percent of the lesser of the actual charge for the services or the amount determined under the fee schedule established under section 1848(b) for the same services if furnished by a physician''. (2) Modifier.--Section 1834 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(z) Use of Modifier With Respect to Genetic Counseling Services.-- ``(1) Establishment.--Not later than January 1, 2022, the Secretary shall establish a modifier to be utilized with evaluation and management CPT codes to indicate (in a form and manner specified by the Secretary), in the case of covered genetic counseling services under section 1861(s)(2)(II), if such services were furnished by a genetic counselor. ``(2) Required use.--Each request for payment, or bill submitted using evaluation and management CPT codes, for covered genetic counseling services (as defined in section 1861(lll)(1)) furnished by a genetic counselor (as defined in section 1861(lll)(2)) on or after January 1, 2022, shall include the modifier established under subparagraph (A) for each such service.''. (d) Assignment of Payment.--Section 1833(r) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395l(r)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) Application to genetic counselors.--The provisions of paragraphs (1) and (2) shall apply with respect to covered genetic counseling services described in section 1861(s)(2)(II) and genetic counselors (as defined in section 1861(lll)(2)) in the same manner as such provisions apply with respect to services described in section 1861(s)(2)(K)(ii) and nurse practitioners.''. (e) Conforming Amendment.--Section 1862(a)(14) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395(y)(a)(14)) is amended by inserting ``covered genetic counseling services,'' after ``qualified psychologist services,''. (f) Effective Date.-- (1) In general.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to services furnished on or after January 1, 2022. (2) Implementation.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services may implement the amendments made by this section by interim final rule with comment period. <all>

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for expanded coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B of the Medicare program, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Access to Genetic Counselor Services Act of 2021''. ``(2) The term `genetic counselor' means an individual who-- ``(A) is licensed as a genetic counselor by the State in which the individual furnishes genetic counseling services; or ``(B) in the case of an individual practicing in a State that does not license genetic counselors, meets such other criteria as the Secretary establishes. b) Physicians' Services.--Section 1848(j)(3) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-4(j)(3)) is amended by inserting ``(2)(II),'' after ``(2)(FF) (including administration of the health risk assessment),''. ( 1395m) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(z) Use of Modifier With Respect to Genetic Counseling Services.-- ``(1) Establishment.--Not later than January 1, 2022, the Secretary shall establish a modifier to be utilized with evaluation and management CPT codes to indicate (in a form and manner specified by the Secretary), in the case of covered genetic counseling services under section 1861(s)(2)(II), if such services were furnished by a genetic counselor. d) Assignment of Payment.--Section 1833(r) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395l(r)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) Application to genetic counselors.--The provisions of paragraphs (1) and (2) shall apply with respect to covered genetic counseling services described in section 1861(s)(2)(II) and genetic counselors (as defined in section 1861(lll)(2)) in the same manner as such provisions apply with respect to services described in section 1861(s)(2)(K)(ii) and nurse practitioners.''. ( 1395(y)(a)(14)) is amended by inserting ``covered genetic counseling services,'' after ``qualified psychologist services,''. ( 2) Implementation.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services may implement the amendments made by this section by interim final rule with comment period.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for expanded coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B of the Medicare program, and for other purposes. b) Physicians' Services.--Section 1848(j)(3) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-4(j)(3)) is amended by inserting ``(2)(II),'' after ``(2)(FF) (including administration of the health risk assessment),''. ( 1395l(a)(1)) is amended-- (A) by striking ``and'' before ``(DD)''; and (B) by inserting before the semicolon at the end the following: ``, and (EE) with respect to covered genetic counseling services under section 1861(s)(2)(II), furnished by a genetic counselor, the amount of payment for such service shall be an amount equal to 85 percent of the lesser of the actual charge for the services or the amount determined under the fee schedule established under section 1848(b) for the same services if furnished by a physician''. ( 2) Modifier.--Section 1834 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(z) Use of Modifier With Respect to Genetic Counseling Services.-- ``(1) Establishment.--Not later than January 1, 2022, the Secretary shall establish a modifier to be utilized with evaluation and management CPT codes to indicate (in a form and manner specified by the Secretary), in the case of covered genetic counseling services under section 1861(s)(2)(II), if such services were furnished by a genetic counselor. (f) Effective Date.-- (1) In general.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to services furnished on or after January 1, 2022. ( 2) Implementation.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services may implement the amendments made by this section by interim final rule with comment period.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for expanded coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B of the Medicare program, and for other purposes. b) Physicians' Services.--Section 1848(j)(3) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-4(j)(3)) is amended by inserting ``(2)(II),'' after ``(2)(FF) (including administration of the health risk assessment),''. ( 1395l(a)(1)) is amended-- (A) by striking ``and'' before ``(DD)''; and (B) by inserting before the semicolon at the end the following: ``, and (EE) with respect to covered genetic counseling services under section 1861(s)(2)(II), furnished by a genetic counselor, the amount of payment for such service shall be an amount equal to 85 percent of the lesser of the actual charge for the services or the amount determined under the fee schedule established under section 1848(b) for the same services if furnished by a physician''. ( 2) Modifier.--Section 1834 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(z) Use of Modifier With Respect to Genetic Counseling Services.-- ``(1) Establishment.--Not later than January 1, 2022, the Secretary shall establish a modifier to be utilized with evaluation and management CPT codes to indicate (in a form and manner specified by the Secretary), in the case of covered genetic counseling services under section 1861(s)(2)(II), if such services were furnished by a genetic counselor. (f) Effective Date.-- (1) In general.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to services furnished on or after January 1, 2022. ( 2) Implementation.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services may implement the amendments made by this section by interim final rule with comment period.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for expanded coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B of the Medicare program, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Access to Genetic Counselor Services Act of 2021''. ``(2) The term `genetic counselor' means an individual who-- ``(A) is licensed as a genetic counselor by the State in which the individual furnishes genetic counseling services; or ``(B) in the case of an individual practicing in a State that does not license genetic counselors, meets such other criteria as the Secretary establishes. b) Physicians' Services.--Section 1848(j)(3) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-4(j)(3)) is amended by inserting ``(2)(II),'' after ``(2)(FF) (including administration of the health risk assessment),''. ( 1395m) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(z) Use of Modifier With Respect to Genetic Counseling Services.-- ``(1) Establishment.--Not later than January 1, 2022, the Secretary shall establish a modifier to be utilized with evaluation and management CPT codes to indicate (in a form and manner specified by the Secretary), in the case of covered genetic counseling services under section 1861(s)(2)(II), if such services were furnished by a genetic counselor. d) Assignment of Payment.--Section 1833(r) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395l(r)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) Application to genetic counselors.--The provisions of paragraphs (1) and (2) shall apply with respect to covered genetic counseling services described in section 1861(s)(2)(II) and genetic counselors (as defined in section 1861(lll)(2)) in the same manner as such provisions apply with respect to services described in section 1861(s)(2)(K)(ii) and nurse practitioners.''. ( 1395(y)(a)(14)) is amended by inserting ``covered genetic counseling services,'' after ``qualified psychologist services,''. ( 2) Implementation.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services may implement the amendments made by this section by interim final rule with comment period.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for expanded coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B of the Medicare program, and for other purposes. b) Physicians' Services.--Section 1848(j)(3) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-4(j)(3)) is amended by inserting ``(2)(II),'' after ``(2)(FF) (including administration of the health risk assessment),''. ( 1395l(a)(1)) is amended-- (A) by striking ``and'' before ``(DD)''; and (B) by inserting before the semicolon at the end the following: ``, and (EE) with respect to covered genetic counseling services under section 1861(s)(2)(II), furnished by a genetic counselor, the amount of payment for such service shall be an amount equal to 85 percent of the lesser of the actual charge for the services or the amount determined under the fee schedule established under section 1848(b) for the same services if furnished by a physician''. ( 2) Modifier.--Section 1834 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(z) Use of Modifier With Respect to Genetic Counseling Services.-- ``(1) Establishment.--Not later than January 1, 2022, the Secretary shall establish a modifier to be utilized with evaluation and management CPT codes to indicate (in a form and manner specified by the Secretary), in the case of covered genetic counseling services under section 1861(s)(2)(II), if such services were furnished by a genetic counselor. (f) Effective Date.-- (1) In general.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to services furnished on or after January 1, 2022. ( 2) Implementation.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services may implement the amendments made by this section by interim final rule with comment period.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for expanded coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B of the Medicare program, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Access to Genetic Counselor Services Act of 2021''. ``(2) The term `genetic counselor' means an individual who-- ``(A) is licensed as a genetic counselor by the State in which the individual furnishes genetic counseling services; or ``(B) in the case of an individual practicing in a State that does not license genetic counselors, meets such other criteria as the Secretary establishes. b) Physicians' Services.--Section 1848(j)(3) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-4(j)(3)) is amended by inserting ``(2)(II),'' after ``(2)(FF) (including administration of the health risk assessment),''. ( 1395m) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(z) Use of Modifier With Respect to Genetic Counseling Services.-- ``(1) Establishment.--Not later than January 1, 2022, the Secretary shall establish a modifier to be utilized with evaluation and management CPT codes to indicate (in a form and manner specified by the Secretary), in the case of covered genetic counseling services under section 1861(s)(2)(II), if such services were furnished by a genetic counselor. d) Assignment of Payment.--Section 1833(r) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395l(r)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) Application to genetic counselors.--The provisions of paragraphs (1) and (2) shall apply with respect to covered genetic counseling services described in section 1861(s)(2)(II) and genetic counselors (as defined in section 1861(lll)(2)) in the same manner as such provisions apply with respect to services described in section 1861(s)(2)(K)(ii) and nurse practitioners.''. ( 1395(y)(a)(14)) is amended by inserting ``covered genetic counseling services,'' after ``qualified psychologist services,''. ( 2) Implementation.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services may implement the amendments made by this section by interim final rule with comment period.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for expanded coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B of the Medicare program, and for other purposes. b) Physicians' Services.--Section 1848(j)(3) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-4(j)(3)) is amended by inserting ``(2)(II),'' after ``(2)(FF) (including administration of the health risk assessment),''. ( 1395l(a)(1)) is amended-- (A) by striking ``and'' before ``(DD)''; and (B) by inserting before the semicolon at the end the following: ``, and (EE) with respect to covered genetic counseling services under section 1861(s)(2)(II), furnished by a genetic counselor, the amount of payment for such service shall be an amount equal to 85 percent of the lesser of the actual charge for the services or the amount determined under the fee schedule established under section 1848(b) for the same services if furnished by a physician''. ( 2) Modifier.--Section 1834 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(z) Use of Modifier With Respect to Genetic Counseling Services.-- ``(1) Establishment.--Not later than January 1, 2022, the Secretary shall establish a modifier to be utilized with evaluation and management CPT codes to indicate (in a form and manner specified by the Secretary), in the case of covered genetic counseling services under section 1861(s)(2)(II), if such services were furnished by a genetic counselor. (f) Effective Date.-- (1) In general.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to services furnished on or after January 1, 2022. ( 2) Implementation.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services may implement the amendments made by this section by interim final rule with comment period.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for expanded coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B of the Medicare program, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Access to Genetic Counselor Services Act of 2021''. ``(2) The term `genetic counselor' means an individual who-- ``(A) is licensed as a genetic counselor by the State in which the individual furnishes genetic counseling services; or ``(B) in the case of an individual practicing in a State that does not license genetic counselors, meets such other criteria as the Secretary establishes. b) Physicians' Services.--Section 1848(j)(3) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-4(j)(3)) is amended by inserting ``(2)(II),'' after ``(2)(FF) (including administration of the health risk assessment),''. ( 1395m) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(z) Use of Modifier With Respect to Genetic Counseling Services.-- ``(1) Establishment.--Not later than January 1, 2022, the Secretary shall establish a modifier to be utilized with evaluation and management CPT codes to indicate (in a form and manner specified by the Secretary), in the case of covered genetic counseling services under section 1861(s)(2)(II), if such services were furnished by a genetic counselor. d) Assignment of Payment.--Section 1833(r) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395l(r)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) Application to genetic counselors.--The provisions of paragraphs (1) and (2) shall apply with respect to covered genetic counseling services described in section 1861(s)(2)(II) and genetic counselors (as defined in section 1861(lll)(2)) in the same manner as such provisions apply with respect to services described in section 1861(s)(2)(K)(ii) and nurse practitioners.''. ( 1395(y)(a)(14)) is amended by inserting ``covered genetic counseling services,'' after ``qualified psychologist services,''. ( 2) Implementation.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services may implement the amendments made by this section by interim final rule with comment period.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for expanded coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B of the Medicare program, and for other purposes. b) Physicians' Services.--Section 1848(j)(3) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-4(j)(3)) is amended by inserting ``(2)(II),'' after ``(2)(FF) (including administration of the health risk assessment),''. ( 1395l(a)(1)) is amended-- (A) by striking ``and'' before ``(DD)''; and (B) by inserting before the semicolon at the end the following: ``, and (EE) with respect to covered genetic counseling services under section 1861(s)(2)(II), furnished by a genetic counselor, the amount of payment for such service shall be an amount equal to 85 percent of the lesser of the actual charge for the services or the amount determined under the fee schedule established under section 1848(b) for the same services if furnished by a physician''. ( 2) Modifier.--Section 1834 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(z) Use of Modifier With Respect to Genetic Counseling Services.-- ``(1) Establishment.--Not later than January 1, 2022, the Secretary shall establish a modifier to be utilized with evaluation and management CPT codes to indicate (in a form and manner specified by the Secretary), in the case of covered genetic counseling services under section 1861(s)(2)(II), if such services were furnished by a genetic counselor. (f) Effective Date.-- (1) In general.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to services furnished on or after January 1, 2022. ( 2) Implementation.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services may implement the amendments made by this section by interim final rule with comment period.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for expanded coverage of services furnished by genetic counselors under part B of the Medicare program, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Access to Genetic Counselor Services Act of 2021''. ``(2) The term `genetic counselor' means an individual who-- ``(A) is licensed as a genetic counselor by the State in which the individual furnishes genetic counseling services; or ``(B) in the case of an individual practicing in a State that does not license genetic counselors, meets such other criteria as the Secretary establishes. b) Physicians' Services.--Section 1848(j)(3) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-4(j)(3)) is amended by inserting ``(2)(II),'' after ``(2)(FF) (including administration of the health risk assessment),''. ( 1395m) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(z) Use of Modifier With Respect to Genetic Counseling Services.-- ``(1) Establishment.--Not later than January 1, 2022, the Secretary shall establish a modifier to be utilized with evaluation and management CPT codes to indicate (in a form and manner specified by the Secretary), in the case of covered genetic counseling services under section 1861(s)(2)(II), if such services were furnished by a genetic counselor. d) Assignment of Payment.--Section 1833(r) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395l(r)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) Application to genetic counselors.--The provisions of paragraphs (1) and (2) shall apply with respect to covered genetic counseling services described in section 1861(s)(2)(II) and genetic counselors (as defined in section 1861(lll)(2)) in the same manner as such provisions apply with respect to services described in section 1861(s)(2)(K)(ii) and nurse practitioners.''. ( 1395(y)(a)(14)) is amended by inserting ``covered genetic counseling services,'' after ``qualified psychologist services,''. ( 2) Implementation.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services may implement the amendments made by this section by interim final rule with comment period.

H.R.671

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Fort Pillow National Battlefield Park Study Act This bill directs the Department of the Interior to determine the suitability and feasibility of designating the Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Henning, Tennessee, which was the site of the Battle of Fort Pillow during the Civil War, as a unit of the National Park System.

To conduct a special resource study of Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Henning, Tennessee, 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 ``Fort Pillow National Battlefield Park Study Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds as follows: (1) Fort Pillow was originally built by Confederate troops in 1861 and named after General Gideon J. Pillow of Maury County, Tennessee. (2) The battle of Fort Pillow was fought on April 12, 1864, at Fort Pillow in Henning, Tennessee, during the American Civil War. (3) At Fort Pillow, Tennessee, Confederate forces never defeated the Union Navy. Instead, they perpetrated a heinous massacre after violating a flag of truce by advantageously repositioning rebel troops and by looting government buildings and private storefronts surrounding the fort. (4) According to the 1864 Report ``Fort Pillow Massacre'' from the United States Congress Joint Committee on the Conduct of the War, ``The officers and men seem to vie with each other in the devilish work; men, women and even children, wherever found, were deliberately shot down, beaten and hacked with sabers. . . .''. (5) The Union garrison consisted of 19 officers and 538 troops of whom 262 were United States Colored Troops (U.S.C.T.). (6) Per the report, ``Of the men, from three hundred to four hundred are known to have been killed at Fort Pillow, of whom at least three hundred were murdered in cold blood after the fort was in possession of the rebels and our men had thrown down their arms and ceased to offer resistance.''. (7) The massacre at Fort Pillow demonstrated to all U.S.C.T. that surrender was not an option. The massacre at Fort Pillow became a rallying cry and motivation for the 209,147 U.S.C.T. (8) The 209,147 U.S.C.T. fundamentally contributed to the Union's defeat of the Confederacy. (9) The State of Tennessee allows the wrongful modification of the historical record by claiming it was a battle without a massacre of hundreds of surrendering Union troops and innocent civilians. (10) In 1971, Fort Pillow became a State park. (11) In 1973, Fort Pillow was added to the National Register of Historic Places. (12) The following year, in 1974, Fort Pillow was designated as a National Historic Landmark. (13) Fort Pillow Historic State Park consists of 1,642 acres. (14) The Park contains several attraction areas such as a Civil War museum, hiking trail, camping ground, and picnic area. (15) This site deserves to become a National Battlefield Park due to its profound effect on U.S.C.T. and all Union forces in their fight to preserve the United States of America. SEC. 3. FORT PILLOW SPECIAL RESOURCE STUDY. The Secretary of the Interior shall conduct a special resource study of Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Henning, Tennessee. Fort Pillow is a State park that features the American Civil War history and the Massacre at Fort Pillow. The Secretary shall-- (1) evaluate the site's national significance; and (2) determine the suitability and feasibility of designating it as a unit of the National Historic Park System. <all>

Fort Pillow National Battlefield Park Study Act

To conduct a special resource study of Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Henning, Tennessee, and for other purposes.

Fort Pillow National Battlefield Park Study Act

Rep. Rush, Bobby L.

D

IL

This bill directs the Department of the Interior to determine the suitability and feasibility of designating the Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Henning, Tennessee, which was the site of the Battle of Fort Pillow during the Civil War, as a unit of the National Park System.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as ``Fort Pillow National Battlefield Park Study Act''. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds as follows: (1) Fort Pillow was originally built by Confederate troops in 1861 and named after General Gideon J. Pillow of Maury County, Tennessee. (2) The battle of Fort Pillow was fought on April 12, 1864, at Fort Pillow in Henning, Tennessee, during the American Civil War. (3) At Fort Pillow, Tennessee, Confederate forces never defeated the Union Navy. Instead, they perpetrated a heinous massacre after violating a flag of truce by advantageously repositioning rebel troops and by looting government buildings and private storefronts surrounding the fort. (4) According to the 1864 Report ``Fort Pillow Massacre'' from the United States Congress Joint Committee on the Conduct of the War, ``The officers and men seem to vie with each other in the devilish work; men, women and even children, wherever found, were deliberately shot down, beaten and hacked with sabers. (5) The Union garrison consisted of 19 officers and 538 troops of whom 262 were United States Colored Troops (U.S.C.T.). (6) Per the report, ``Of the men, from three hundred to four hundred are known to have been killed at Fort Pillow, of whom at least three hundred were murdered in cold blood after the fort was in possession of the rebels and our men had thrown down their arms and ceased to offer resistance.''. (7) The massacre at Fort Pillow demonstrated to all U.S.C.T. that surrender was not an option. The massacre at Fort Pillow became a rallying cry and motivation for the 209,147 U.S.C.T. (8) The 209,147 U.S.C.T. fundamentally contributed to the Union's defeat of the Confederacy. (9) The State of Tennessee allows the wrongful modification of the historical record by claiming it was a battle without a massacre of hundreds of surrendering Union troops and innocent civilians. (10) In 1971, Fort Pillow became a State park. (11) In 1973, Fort Pillow was added to the National Register of Historic Places. (12) The following year, in 1974, Fort Pillow was designated as a National Historic Landmark. (13) Fort Pillow Historic State Park consists of 1,642 acres. (14) The Park contains several attraction areas such as a Civil War museum, hiking trail, camping ground, and picnic area. (15) This site deserves to become a National Battlefield Park due to its profound effect on U.S.C.T. and all Union forces in their fight to preserve the United States of America. SEC. 3. FORT PILLOW SPECIAL RESOURCE STUDY. The Secretary shall-- (1) evaluate the site's national significance; and (2) determine the suitability and feasibility of designating it as a unit of the National Historic Park System.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as ``Fort Pillow National Battlefield Park Study Act''. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds as follows: (1) Fort Pillow was originally built by Confederate troops in 1861 and named after General Gideon J. Pillow of Maury County, Tennessee. Instead, they perpetrated a heinous massacre after violating a flag of truce by advantageously repositioning rebel troops and by looting government buildings and private storefronts surrounding the fort. (4) According to the 1864 Report ``Fort Pillow Massacre'' from the United States Congress Joint Committee on the Conduct of the War, ``The officers and men seem to vie with each other in the devilish work; men, women and even children, wherever found, were deliberately shot down, beaten and hacked with sabers. (6) Per the report, ``Of the men, from three hundred to four hundred are known to have been killed at Fort Pillow, of whom at least three hundred were murdered in cold blood after the fort was in possession of the rebels and our men had thrown down their arms and ceased to offer resistance.''. that surrender was not an option. (8) The 209,147 U.S.C.T. fundamentally contributed to the Union's defeat of the Confederacy. (9) The State of Tennessee allows the wrongful modification of the historical record by claiming it was a battle without a massacre of hundreds of surrendering Union troops and innocent civilians. (10) In 1971, Fort Pillow became a State park. (11) In 1973, Fort Pillow was added to the National Register of Historic Places. (12) The following year, in 1974, Fort Pillow was designated as a National Historic Landmark. (14) The Park contains several attraction areas such as a Civil War museum, hiking trail, camping ground, and picnic area. and all Union forces in their fight to preserve the United States of America. SEC. 3. FORT PILLOW SPECIAL RESOURCE STUDY. The Secretary shall-- (1) evaluate the site's national significance; and (2) determine the suitability and feasibility of designating it as a unit of the National Historic Park System.

To conduct a special resource study of Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Henning, Tennessee, 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 ``Fort Pillow National Battlefield Park Study Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds as follows: (1) Fort Pillow was originally built by Confederate troops in 1861 and named after General Gideon J. Pillow of Maury County, Tennessee. (2) The battle of Fort Pillow was fought on April 12, 1864, at Fort Pillow in Henning, Tennessee, during the American Civil War. (3) At Fort Pillow, Tennessee, Confederate forces never defeated the Union Navy. Instead, they perpetrated a heinous massacre after violating a flag of truce by advantageously repositioning rebel troops and by looting government buildings and private storefronts surrounding the fort. (4) According to the 1864 Report ``Fort Pillow Massacre'' from the United States Congress Joint Committee on the Conduct of the War, ``The officers and men seem to vie with each other in the devilish work; men, women and even children, wherever found, were deliberately shot down, beaten and hacked with sabers. . . .''. (5) The Union garrison consisted of 19 officers and 538 troops of whom 262 were United States Colored Troops (U.S.C.T.). (6) Per the report, ``Of the men, from three hundred to four hundred are known to have been killed at Fort Pillow, of whom at least three hundred were murdered in cold blood after the fort was in possession of the rebels and our men had thrown down their arms and ceased to offer resistance.''. (7) The massacre at Fort Pillow demonstrated to all U.S.C.T. that surrender was not an option. The massacre at Fort Pillow became a rallying cry and motivation for the 209,147 U.S.C.T. (8) The 209,147 U.S.C.T. fundamentally contributed to the Union's defeat of the Confederacy. (9) The State of Tennessee allows the wrongful modification of the historical record by claiming it was a battle without a massacre of hundreds of surrendering Union troops and innocent civilians. (10) In 1971, Fort Pillow became a State park. (11) In 1973, Fort Pillow was added to the National Register of Historic Places. (12) The following year, in 1974, Fort Pillow was designated as a National Historic Landmark. (13) Fort Pillow Historic State Park consists of 1,642 acres. (14) The Park contains several attraction areas such as a Civil War museum, hiking trail, camping ground, and picnic area. (15) This site deserves to become a National Battlefield Park due to its profound effect on U.S.C.T. and all Union forces in their fight to preserve the United States of America. SEC. 3. FORT PILLOW SPECIAL RESOURCE STUDY. The Secretary of the Interior shall conduct a special resource study of Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Henning, Tennessee. Fort Pillow is a State park that features the American Civil War history and the Massacre at Fort Pillow. The Secretary shall-- (1) evaluate the site's national significance; and (2) determine the suitability and feasibility of designating it as a unit of the National Historic Park System. <all>

To conduct a special resource study of Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Henning, Tennessee, 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 ``Fort Pillow National Battlefield Park Study Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds as follows: (1) Fort Pillow was originally built by Confederate troops in 1861 and named after General Gideon J. Pillow of Maury County, Tennessee. (2) The battle of Fort Pillow was fought on April 12, 1864, at Fort Pillow in Henning, Tennessee, during the American Civil War. (3) At Fort Pillow, Tennessee, Confederate forces never defeated the Union Navy. Instead, they perpetrated a heinous massacre after violating a flag of truce by advantageously repositioning rebel troops and by looting government buildings and private storefronts surrounding the fort. (4) According to the 1864 Report ``Fort Pillow Massacre'' from the United States Congress Joint Committee on the Conduct of the War, ``The officers and men seem to vie with each other in the devilish work; men, women and even children, wherever found, were deliberately shot down, beaten and hacked with sabers. . . .''. (5) The Union garrison consisted of 19 officers and 538 troops of whom 262 were United States Colored Troops (U.S.C.T.). (6) Per the report, ``Of the men, from three hundred to four hundred are known to have been killed at Fort Pillow, of whom at least three hundred were murdered in cold blood after the fort was in possession of the rebels and our men had thrown down their arms and ceased to offer resistance.''. (7) The massacre at Fort Pillow demonstrated to all U.S.C.T. that surrender was not an option. The massacre at Fort Pillow became a rallying cry and motivation for the 209,147 U.S.C.T. (8) The 209,147 U.S.C.T. fundamentally contributed to the Union's defeat of the Confederacy. (9) The State of Tennessee allows the wrongful modification of the historical record by claiming it was a battle without a massacre of hundreds of surrendering Union troops and innocent civilians. (10) In 1971, Fort Pillow became a State park. (11) In 1973, Fort Pillow was added to the National Register of Historic Places. (12) The following year, in 1974, Fort Pillow was designated as a National Historic Landmark. (13) Fort Pillow Historic State Park consists of 1,642 acres. (14) The Park contains several attraction areas such as a Civil War museum, hiking trail, camping ground, and picnic area. (15) This site deserves to become a National Battlefield Park due to its profound effect on U.S.C.T. and all Union forces in their fight to preserve the United States of America. SEC. 3. FORT PILLOW SPECIAL RESOURCE STUDY. The Secretary of the Interior shall conduct a special resource study of Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Henning, Tennessee. Fort Pillow is a State park that features the American Civil War history and the Massacre at Fort Pillow. The Secretary shall-- (1) evaluate the site's national significance; and (2) determine the suitability and feasibility of designating it as a unit of the National Historic Park System. <all>

To conduct a special resource study of Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Henning, Tennessee, and for other purposes. 2) The battle of Fort Pillow was fought on April 12, 1864, at Fort Pillow in Henning, Tennessee, during the American Civil War. ( (6) Per the report, ``Of the men, from three hundred to four hundred are known to have been killed at Fort Pillow, of whom at least three hundred were murdered in cold blood after the fort was in possession of the rebels and our men had thrown down their arms and ceased to offer resistance.''. ( 14) The Park contains several attraction areas such as a Civil War museum, hiking trail, camping ground, and picnic area. ( FORT PILLOW SPECIAL RESOURCE STUDY. The Secretary of the Interior shall conduct a special resource study of Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Henning, Tennessee.

To conduct a special resource study of Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Henning, Tennessee, and for other purposes. 7) The massacre at Fort Pillow demonstrated to all U.S.C.T. that surrender was not an option. 9) The State of Tennessee allows the wrongful modification of the historical record by claiming it was a battle without a massacre of hundreds of surrendering Union troops and innocent civilians. ( (11) In 1973, Fort Pillow was added to the National Register of Historic Places. ( The Secretary of the Interior shall conduct a special resource study of Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Henning, Tennessee.

To conduct a special resource study of Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Henning, Tennessee, and for other purposes. 7) The massacre at Fort Pillow demonstrated to all U.S.C.T. that surrender was not an option. 9) The State of Tennessee allows the wrongful modification of the historical record by claiming it was a battle without a massacre of hundreds of surrendering Union troops and innocent civilians. ( (11) In 1973, Fort Pillow was added to the National Register of Historic Places. ( The Secretary of the Interior shall conduct a special resource study of Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Henning, Tennessee.

To conduct a special resource study of Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Henning, Tennessee, and for other purposes. 2) The battle of Fort Pillow was fought on April 12, 1864, at Fort Pillow in Henning, Tennessee, during the American Civil War. ( (6) Per the report, ``Of the men, from three hundred to four hundred are known to have been killed at Fort Pillow, of whom at least three hundred were murdered in cold blood after the fort was in possession of the rebels and our men had thrown down their arms and ceased to offer resistance.''. ( 14) The Park contains several attraction areas such as a Civil War museum, hiking trail, camping ground, and picnic area. ( FORT PILLOW SPECIAL RESOURCE STUDY. The Secretary of the Interior shall conduct a special resource study of Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Henning, Tennessee.

To conduct a special resource study of Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Henning, Tennessee, and for other purposes. 7) The massacre at Fort Pillow demonstrated to all U.S.C.T. that surrender was not an option. 9) The State of Tennessee allows the wrongful modification of the historical record by claiming it was a battle without a massacre of hundreds of surrendering Union troops and innocent civilians. ( (11) In 1973, Fort Pillow was added to the National Register of Historic Places. ( The Secretary of the Interior shall conduct a special resource study of Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Henning, Tennessee.

To conduct a special resource study of Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Henning, Tennessee, and for other purposes. 2) The battle of Fort Pillow was fought on April 12, 1864, at Fort Pillow in Henning, Tennessee, during the American Civil War. ( (6) Per the report, ``Of the men, from three hundred to four hundred are known to have been killed at Fort Pillow, of whom at least three hundred were murdered in cold blood after the fort was in possession of the rebels and our men had thrown down their arms and ceased to offer resistance.''. ( 14) The Park contains several attraction areas such as a Civil War museum, hiking trail, camping ground, and picnic area. ( FORT PILLOW SPECIAL RESOURCE STUDY. The Secretary of the Interior shall conduct a special resource study of Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Henning, Tennessee.

To conduct a special resource study of Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Henning, Tennessee, and for other purposes. 7) The massacre at Fort Pillow demonstrated to all U.S.C.T. that surrender was not an option. 9) The State of Tennessee allows the wrongful modification of the historical record by claiming it was a battle without a massacre of hundreds of surrendering Union troops and innocent civilians. ( (11) In 1973, Fort Pillow was added to the National Register of Historic Places. ( The Secretary of the Interior shall conduct a special resource study of Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Henning, Tennessee.

To conduct a special resource study of Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Henning, Tennessee, and for other purposes. 2) The battle of Fort Pillow was fought on April 12, 1864, at Fort Pillow in Henning, Tennessee, during the American Civil War. ( (6) Per the report, ``Of the men, from three hundred to four hundred are known to have been killed at Fort Pillow, of whom at least three hundred were murdered in cold blood after the fort was in possession of the rebels and our men had thrown down their arms and ceased to offer resistance.''. ( 14) The Park contains several attraction areas such as a Civil War museum, hiking trail, camping ground, and picnic area. ( FORT PILLOW SPECIAL RESOURCE STUDY. The Secretary of the Interior shall conduct a special resource study of Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Henning, Tennessee.

To conduct a special resource study of Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Henning, Tennessee, and for other purposes. 7) The massacre at Fort Pillow demonstrated to all U.S.C.T. that surrender was not an option. 9) The State of Tennessee allows the wrongful modification of the historical record by claiming it was a battle without a massacre of hundreds of surrendering Union troops and innocent civilians. ( (11) In 1973, Fort Pillow was added to the National Register of Historic Places. ( The Secretary of the Interior shall conduct a special resource study of Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Henning, Tennessee.

To conduct a special resource study of Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Henning, Tennessee, and for other purposes. 2) The battle of Fort Pillow was fought on April 12, 1864, at Fort Pillow in Henning, Tennessee, during the American Civil War. ( (6) Per the report, ``Of the men, from three hundred to four hundred are known to have been killed at Fort Pillow, of whom at least three hundred were murdered in cold blood after the fort was in possession of the rebels and our men had thrown down their arms and ceased to offer resistance.''. ( 14) The Park contains several attraction areas such as a Civil War museum, hiking trail, camping ground, and picnic area. ( FORT PILLOW SPECIAL RESOURCE STUDY. The Secretary of the Interior shall conduct a special resource study of Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Henning, Tennessee.

H.R.8492

Health

Protecting Social Workers and Health Professionals from Workplace Violence Act This bill directs the Department of Health and Human Services to award grants to states, Indian tribes, and tribal organizations for providing safety measures to social workers, health workers, and human services professionals who perform services in high-risk and potentially dangerous situations.

To authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to award grants to States to provide safety measures to social workers, health workers, and human services professionals performing services placing such individuals in high-risk and potentially dangerous situations, 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 Social Workers and Health Professionals from Workplace Violence Act''. SEC. 2. WORKPLACE SAFETY GRANT PROGRAM. (a) Grants Authorized.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall award grants to States, Indian Tribes, Tribal organizations, and urban Indian organizations to provide safety measures to social workers, health workers, and human services professionals (as designated by the Secretary), performing services placing such individuals in high-risk and potentially dangerous situations. (2) Consultation.--In awarding grants under this subsection, the Secretary may consult with the Secretary of Labor and the heads of other relevant Federal agencies. (b) Use of Funds.--A grant awarded under subsection (a) may be used to provide or support the following safety measures: (1)(A) The procurement and installation of safety equipment, including communications or recording systems, such as cell phones, wearable tracking devices with GPS/Bluetooth locator, or panic buttons, such as the equipment used for supervised foster care visits and other client visits, to assist entities employing social workers, health workers, and human services professionals described in subsection (a) in ensuring staff safety. (B) Technical assistance and training for safety communications. (2) Training sessions and exercises for self-defense and crisis management, provided together with such organizations as local law enforcement. (3) Facility safety improvements, such as barrier protection and security cameras. (4) Training in cultural competency, including linguistic training, and training on strategies for de-escalating conflict situations. (5) Training to help social workers, health workers, and human services professionals, work with clients who-- (A) have serious mental and substance use disorders; or (B) have behavioral problems and need help coping. (6) Resources and materials to inform and educate staff on safety and awareness measures. (7) Support services, counseling, and additional resources for social workers, health workers, and human services professionals, who have experienced safety issues or trauma- related incidents in the workplace. (8) Installation of a local data incident tracking system to monitor, prevent, and mitigate violence against social workers, health workers, and human services professionals. (9) Other prevention and mitigation measures determined appropriate by the Secretary for safety training, resources, and support for social workers, health workers, and human services professionals. (c) Application.-- (1) In general.--A State, Indian Tribe, Tribal organization, or urban Indian organization seeking a grant under subsection (a) shall submit an application to the Secretary at such time, in such manner, and accompanied by such additional information as the Secretary may require. (2) Contents.--Each application submitted pursuant to paragraph (1) shall-- (A) describe the type of entities that will receive funding through the grant and type of work to be done by such entities; (B) describe the specific activities for which the grant is sought and include a program budget; and (C) contain an assurance that the applicant will evaluate the effectiveness of the safety measures provided through the grant. (d) Priority.--In awarding grants under subsection (a), the Secretary shall give priority to applicants that-- (1)(A) demonstrate the greatest need based on documented incidents of violence against social workers, health workers, and human services professionals; and (B) seek to provide assistance to multiple entities employing social workers, health workers, and human services professionals performing services placing such individuals in high-risk and potentially dangerous situations; or (2) seek to enhance existing efforts by the applicant (existing on the date on which the applicant submits the application) to improve the safety of social workers, health workers, and human services professionals. (e) Quality Assurance and Cost Effectiveness.--The Secretary shall establish guidelines for ensuring the quality and cost effectiveness of the safety measures funded under this section. (f) Technical Assistance.--The Secretary shall provide technical assistance to recipients of a grant under this section with respect to planning, developing, implementing, reporting, and sustaining safety measures through the grant. (g) Report Requirement.--Each State, Indian Tribe, Tribal organization, or urban Indian organization receiving a grant under this section shall submit to the Secretary, not later than 2 years after receiving such grant, a report that includes-- (1) an assessment of the effectiveness of the activities funded in whole or in part with funds awarded through the grant; (2) the range and scope of training opportunities provided through training programs funded in whole or in part with such funds, including the numbers and percentages of social workers, health workers, and human services professionals, engaged in such training programs; and (3) the incidence of threats to social workers, health workers, and human services professionals, if any, and the strategies used to address their safety. (h) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``health worker'' includes-- (A) a Community Health Representative that has completed training under the Community Health Representative Program of the Indian Health Service under section 107 of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (25 U.S.C. 1616); (B) a health aide or community health practitioner certified under the Community Health Aide Program of the Indian Health Service under section 119 of that Act (25 U.S.C. 1616l); and (C) other behavioral health aides and mental health aides. (2) The terms ``Indian Tribe'' and ``Tribal organization'' have the meanings given such terms in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 5304). (3) The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services. (4) The term ``social work'' means-- (A) the applied science of helping individuals, groups, or communities to enhance or restore capacity for social and psychosocial functioning, and effecting societal changes favorable to such enhancement or restoration for all people; and (B) the professional application of social work values, principles, and techniques related to the activities described in subparagraph (A), including-- (i) diagnosing mental and emotional disorders and providing counseling and psychotherapy services to individuals, families, or groups for such disorders; and (ii) helping individuals, families, or groups to obtain tangible services, including personal, protective, informational, advisory, community, housing, education, health, and mental health services in order to improve the overall well-being of individuals. (5) The term ``social worker'' means an individual, with a baccalaureate, master's, or doctoral degree in social work from an institution of higher education, who uses knowledge and skills to provide social work services for individuals, families, groups, communities, organizations, or society in general. (6) The term ``urban Indian organization'' has the meaning given such term in section 4 of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (25 U.S.C. 1603). (i) Authorization of Appropriations.--To carry out this section, there is authorized to be appropriated $10,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2027. <all>

Protecting Social Workers and Health Professionals from Workplace Violence Act

To authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to award grants to States to provide safety measures to social workers, health workers, and human services professionals performing services placing such individuals in high-risk and potentially dangerous situations, and for other purposes.

Protecting Social Workers and Health Professionals from Workplace Violence Act

Rep. Brownley, Julia

D

CA

This bill directs the Department of Health and Human Services to award grants to states, Indian tribes, and tribal organizations for providing safety measures to social workers, health workers, and human services professionals who perform services in high-risk and potentially dangerous situations.

Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Social Workers and Health Professionals from Workplace Violence Act''. SEC. 2. WORKPLACE SAFETY GRANT PROGRAM. (b) Use of Funds.--A grant awarded under subsection (a) may be used to provide or support the following safety measures: (1)(A) The procurement and installation of safety equipment, including communications or recording systems, such as cell phones, wearable tracking devices with GPS/Bluetooth locator, or panic buttons, such as the equipment used for supervised foster care visits and other client visits, to assist entities employing social workers, health workers, and human services professionals described in subsection (a) in ensuring staff safety. (B) Technical assistance and training for safety communications. (2) Training sessions and exercises for self-defense and crisis management, provided together with such organizations as local law enforcement. (4) Training in cultural competency, including linguistic training, and training on strategies for de-escalating conflict situations. (6) Resources and materials to inform and educate staff on safety and awareness measures. (c) Application.-- (1) In general.--A State, Indian Tribe, Tribal organization, or urban Indian organization seeking a grant under subsection (a) shall submit an application to the Secretary at such time, in such manner, and accompanied by such additional information as the Secretary may require. (d) Priority.--In awarding grants under subsection (a), the Secretary shall give priority to applicants that-- (1)(A) demonstrate the greatest need based on documented incidents of violence against social workers, health workers, and human services professionals; and (B) seek to provide assistance to multiple entities employing social workers, health workers, and human services professionals performing services placing such individuals in high-risk and potentially dangerous situations; or (2) seek to enhance existing efforts by the applicant (existing on the date on which the applicant submits the application) to improve the safety of social workers, health workers, and human services professionals. (e) Quality Assurance and Cost Effectiveness.--The Secretary shall establish guidelines for ensuring the quality and cost effectiveness of the safety measures funded under this section. 1616l); and (C) other behavioral health aides and mental health aides. 5304). (3) The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services. (5) The term ``social worker'' means an individual, with a baccalaureate, master's, or doctoral degree in social work from an institution of higher education, who uses knowledge and skills to provide social work services for individuals, families, groups, communities, organizations, or society in general. (6) The term ``urban Indian organization'' has the meaning given such term in section 4 of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (25 U.S.C. 1603). (i) Authorization of Appropriations.--To carry out this section, there is authorized to be appropriated $10,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2027.

Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Social Workers and Health Professionals from Workplace Violence Act''. SEC. 2. WORKPLACE SAFETY GRANT PROGRAM. (b) Use of Funds.--A grant awarded under subsection (a) may be used to provide or support the following safety measures: (1)(A) The procurement and installation of safety equipment, including communications or recording systems, such as cell phones, wearable tracking devices with GPS/Bluetooth locator, or panic buttons, such as the equipment used for supervised foster care visits and other client visits, to assist entities employing social workers, health workers, and human services professionals described in subsection (a) in ensuring staff safety. (B) Technical assistance and training for safety communications. (2) Training sessions and exercises for self-defense and crisis management, provided together with such organizations as local law enforcement. (4) Training in cultural competency, including linguistic training, and training on strategies for de-escalating conflict situations. (c) Application.-- (1) In general.--A State, Indian Tribe, Tribal organization, or urban Indian organization seeking a grant under subsection (a) shall submit an application to the Secretary at such time, in such manner, and accompanied by such additional information as the Secretary may require. (e) Quality Assurance and Cost Effectiveness.--The Secretary shall establish guidelines for ensuring the quality and cost effectiveness of the safety measures funded under this section. 1616l); and (C) other behavioral health aides and mental health aides. 5304). (3) The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services. (5) The term ``social worker'' means an individual, with a baccalaureate, master's, or doctoral degree in social work from an institution of higher education, who uses knowledge and skills to provide social work services for individuals, families, groups, communities, organizations, or society in general. (6) The term ``urban Indian organization'' has the meaning given such term in section 4 of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (25 U.S.C. 1603). (i) Authorization of Appropriations.--To carry out this section, there is authorized to be appropriated $10,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2027.

Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Social Workers and Health Professionals from Workplace Violence Act''. SEC. 2. WORKPLACE SAFETY GRANT PROGRAM. (2) Consultation.--In awarding grants under this subsection, the Secretary may consult with the Secretary of Labor and the heads of other relevant Federal agencies. (b) Use of Funds.--A grant awarded under subsection (a) may be used to provide or support the following safety measures: (1)(A) The procurement and installation of safety equipment, including communications or recording systems, such as cell phones, wearable tracking devices with GPS/Bluetooth locator, or panic buttons, such as the equipment used for supervised foster care visits and other client visits, to assist entities employing social workers, health workers, and human services professionals described in subsection (a) in ensuring staff safety. (B) Technical assistance and training for safety communications. (2) Training sessions and exercises for self-defense and crisis management, provided together with such organizations as local law enforcement. (3) Facility safety improvements, such as barrier protection and security cameras. (4) Training in cultural competency, including linguistic training, and training on strategies for de-escalating conflict situations. (6) Resources and materials to inform and educate staff on safety and awareness measures. (c) Application.-- (1) In general.--A State, Indian Tribe, Tribal organization, or urban Indian organization seeking a grant under subsection (a) shall submit an application to the Secretary at such time, in such manner, and accompanied by such additional information as the Secretary may require. (2) Contents.--Each application submitted pursuant to paragraph (1) shall-- (A) describe the type of entities that will receive funding through the grant and type of work to be done by such entities; (B) describe the specific activities for which the grant is sought and include a program budget; and (C) contain an assurance that the applicant will evaluate the effectiveness of the safety measures provided through the grant. (d) Priority.--In awarding grants under subsection (a), the Secretary shall give priority to applicants that-- (1)(A) demonstrate the greatest need based on documented incidents of violence against social workers, health workers, and human services professionals; and (B) seek to provide assistance to multiple entities employing social workers, health workers, and human services professionals performing services placing such individuals in high-risk and potentially dangerous situations; or (2) seek to enhance existing efforts by the applicant (existing on the date on which the applicant submits the application) to improve the safety of social workers, health workers, and human services professionals. (e) Quality Assurance and Cost Effectiveness.--The Secretary shall establish guidelines for ensuring the quality and cost effectiveness of the safety measures funded under this section. 1616l); and (C) other behavioral health aides and mental health aides. 5304). (3) The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services. (4) The term ``social work'' means-- (A) the applied science of helping individuals, groups, or communities to enhance or restore capacity for social and psychosocial functioning, and effecting societal changes favorable to such enhancement or restoration for all people; and (B) the professional application of social work values, principles, and techniques related to the activities described in subparagraph (A), including-- (i) diagnosing mental and emotional disorders and providing counseling and psychotherapy services to individuals, families, or groups for such disorders; and (ii) helping individuals, families, or groups to obtain tangible services, including personal, protective, informational, advisory, community, housing, education, health, and mental health services in order to improve the overall well-being of individuals. (5) The term ``social worker'' means an individual, with a baccalaureate, master's, or doctoral degree in social work from an institution of higher education, who uses knowledge and skills to provide social work services for individuals, families, groups, communities, organizations, or society in general. (6) The term ``urban Indian organization'' has the meaning given such term in section 4 of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (25 U.S.C. 1603). (i) Authorization of Appropriations.--To carry out this section, there is authorized to be appropriated $10,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2027.

Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Social Workers and Health Professionals from Workplace Violence Act''. SEC. 2. WORKPLACE SAFETY GRANT PROGRAM. (2) Consultation.--In awarding grants under this subsection, the Secretary may consult with the Secretary of Labor and the heads of other relevant Federal agencies. (b) Use of Funds.--A grant awarded under subsection (a) may be used to provide or support the following safety measures: (1)(A) The procurement and installation of safety equipment, including communications or recording systems, such as cell phones, wearable tracking devices with GPS/Bluetooth locator, or panic buttons, such as the equipment used for supervised foster care visits and other client visits, to assist entities employing social workers, health workers, and human services professionals described in subsection (a) in ensuring staff safety. (B) Technical assistance and training for safety communications. (2) Training sessions and exercises for self-defense and crisis management, provided together with such organizations as local law enforcement. (3) Facility safety improvements, such as barrier protection and security cameras. (4) Training in cultural competency, including linguistic training, and training on strategies for de-escalating conflict situations. (5) Training to help social workers, health workers, and human services professionals, work with clients who-- (A) have serious mental and substance use disorders; or (B) have behavioral problems and need help coping. (6) Resources and materials to inform and educate staff on safety and awareness measures. (7) Support services, counseling, and additional resources for social workers, health workers, and human services professionals, who have experienced safety issues or trauma- related incidents in the workplace. (8) Installation of a local data incident tracking system to monitor, prevent, and mitigate violence against social workers, health workers, and human services professionals. (9) Other prevention and mitigation measures determined appropriate by the Secretary for safety training, resources, and support for social workers, health workers, and human services professionals. (c) Application.-- (1) In general.--A State, Indian Tribe, Tribal organization, or urban Indian organization seeking a grant under subsection (a) shall submit an application to the Secretary at such time, in such manner, and accompanied by such additional information as the Secretary may require. (2) Contents.--Each application submitted pursuant to paragraph (1) shall-- (A) describe the type of entities that will receive funding through the grant and type of work to be done by such entities; (B) describe the specific activities for which the grant is sought and include a program budget; and (C) contain an assurance that the applicant will evaluate the effectiveness of the safety measures provided through the grant. (d) Priority.--In awarding grants under subsection (a), the Secretary shall give priority to applicants that-- (1)(A) demonstrate the greatest need based on documented incidents of violence against social workers, health workers, and human services professionals; and (B) seek to provide assistance to multiple entities employing social workers, health workers, and human services professionals performing services placing such individuals in high-risk and potentially dangerous situations; or (2) seek to enhance existing efforts by the applicant (existing on the date on which the applicant submits the application) to improve the safety of social workers, health workers, and human services professionals. (e) Quality Assurance and Cost Effectiveness.--The Secretary shall establish guidelines for ensuring the quality and cost effectiveness of the safety measures funded under this section. (f) Technical Assistance.--The Secretary shall provide technical assistance to recipients of a grant under this section with respect to planning, developing, implementing, reporting, and sustaining safety measures through the grant. (g) Report Requirement.--Each State, Indian Tribe, Tribal organization, or urban Indian organization receiving a grant under this section shall submit to the Secretary, not later than 2 years after receiving such grant, a report that includes-- (1) an assessment of the effectiveness of the activities funded in whole or in part with funds awarded through the grant; (2) the range and scope of training opportunities provided through training programs funded in whole or in part with such funds, including the numbers and percentages of social workers, health workers, and human services professionals, engaged in such training programs; and (3) the incidence of threats to social workers, health workers, and human services professionals, if any, and the strategies used to address their safety. 1616); (B) a health aide or community health practitioner certified under the Community Health Aide Program of the Indian Health Service under section 119 of that Act (25 U.S.C. 1616l); and (C) other behavioral health aides and mental health aides. 5304). (3) The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services. (4) The term ``social work'' means-- (A) the applied science of helping individuals, groups, or communities to enhance or restore capacity for social and psychosocial functioning, and effecting societal changes favorable to such enhancement or restoration for all people; and (B) the professional application of social work values, principles, and techniques related to the activities described in subparagraph (A), including-- (i) diagnosing mental and emotional disorders and providing counseling and psychotherapy services to individuals, families, or groups for such disorders; and (ii) helping individuals, families, or groups to obtain tangible services, including personal, protective, informational, advisory, community, housing, education, health, and mental health services in order to improve the overall well-being of individuals. (5) The term ``social worker'' means an individual, with a baccalaureate, master's, or doctoral degree in social work from an institution of higher education, who uses knowledge and skills to provide social work services for individuals, families, groups, communities, organizations, or society in general. (6) The term ``urban Indian organization'' has the meaning given such term in section 4 of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (25 U.S.C. 1603). (i) Authorization of Appropriations.--To carry out this section, there is authorized to be appropriated $10,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2027.

To authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to award grants to States to provide safety measures to social workers, health workers, and human services professionals performing services placing such individuals in high-risk and potentially dangerous situations, and for other purposes. a) Grants Authorized.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall award grants to States, Indian Tribes, Tribal organizations, and urban Indian organizations to provide safety measures to social workers, health workers, and human services professionals (as designated by the Secretary), performing services placing such individuals in high-risk and potentially dangerous situations. ( (B) Technical assistance and training for safety communications. ( 7) Support services, counseling, and additional resources for social workers, health workers, and human services professionals, who have experienced safety issues or trauma- related incidents in the workplace. ( (2) Contents.--Each application submitted pursuant to paragraph (1) shall-- (A) describe the type of entities that will receive funding through the grant and type of work to be done by such entities; (B) describe the specific activities for which the grant is sought and include a program budget; and (C) contain an assurance that the applicant will evaluate the effectiveness of the safety measures provided through the grant. ( e) Quality Assurance and Cost Effectiveness.--The Secretary shall establish guidelines for ensuring the quality and cost effectiveness of the safety measures funded under this section. ( h) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``health worker'' includes-- (A) a Community Health Representative that has completed training under the Community Health Representative Program of the Indian Health Service under section 107 of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (25 U.S.C. 1616); (B) a health aide or community health practitioner certified under the Community Health Aide Program of the Indian Health Service under section 119 of that Act (25 U.S.C. 1616l); and (C) other behavioral health aides and mental health aides. ( 2) The terms ``Indian Tribe'' and ``Tribal organization'' have the meanings given such terms in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 5304). (3) The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services. ( 6) The term ``urban Indian organization'' has the meaning given such term in section 4 of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (25 U.S.C. 1603). (

To authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to award grants to States to provide safety measures to social workers, health workers, and human services professionals performing services placing such individuals in high-risk and potentially dangerous situations, and for other purposes. a) Grants Authorized.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall award grants to States, Indian Tribes, Tribal organizations, and urban Indian organizations to provide safety measures to social workers, health workers, and human services professionals (as designated by the Secretary), performing services placing such individuals in high-risk and potentially dangerous situations. ( B) Technical assistance and training for safety communications. ( (7) Support services, counseling, and additional resources for social workers, health workers, and human services professionals, who have experienced safety issues or trauma- related incidents in the workplace. ( 2) Contents.--Each application submitted pursuant to paragraph (1) shall-- (A) describe the type of entities that will receive funding through the grant and type of work to be done by such entities; (B) describe the specific activities for which the grant is sought and include a program budget; and (C) contain an assurance that the applicant will evaluate the effectiveness of the safety measures provided through the grant. ( h) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``health worker'' includes-- (A) a Community Health Representative that has completed training under the Community Health Representative Program of the Indian Health Service under section 107 of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (25 U.S.C. 1616); (B) a health aide or community health practitioner certified under the Community Health Aide Program of the Indian Health Service under section 119 of that Act (25 U.S.C. 1616l); and (C) other behavioral health aides and mental health aides. ( 2) The terms ``Indian Tribe'' and ``Tribal organization'' have the meanings given such terms in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 5304). ( (5) The term ``social worker'' means an individual, with a baccalaureate, master's, or doctoral degree in social work from an institution of higher education, who uses knowledge and skills to provide social work services for individuals, families, groups, communities, organizations, or society in general. ( 6) The term ``urban Indian organization'' has the meaning given such term in section 4 of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (25 U.S.C. 1603). (

To authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to award grants to States to provide safety measures to social workers, health workers, and human services professionals performing services placing such individuals in high-risk and potentially dangerous situations, and for other purposes. a) Grants Authorized.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall award grants to States, Indian Tribes, Tribal organizations, and urban Indian organizations to provide safety measures to social workers, health workers, and human services professionals (as designated by the Secretary), performing services placing such individuals in high-risk and potentially dangerous situations. ( B) Technical assistance and training for safety communications. ( (7) Support services, counseling, and additional resources for social workers, health workers, and human services professionals, who have experienced safety issues or trauma- related incidents in the workplace. ( 2) Contents.--Each application submitted pursuant to paragraph (1) shall-- (A) describe the type of entities that will receive funding through the grant and type of work to be done by such entities; (B) describe the specific activities for which the grant is sought and include a program budget; and (C) contain an assurance that the applicant will evaluate the effectiveness of the safety measures provided through the grant. ( h) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``health worker'' includes-- (A) a Community Health Representative that has completed training under the Community Health Representative Program of the Indian Health Service under section 107 of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (25 U.S.C. 1616); (B) a health aide or community health practitioner certified under the Community Health Aide Program of the Indian Health Service under section 119 of that Act (25 U.S.C. 1616l); and (C) other behavioral health aides and mental health aides. ( 2) The terms ``Indian Tribe'' and ``Tribal organization'' have the meanings given such terms in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 5304). ( (5) The term ``social worker'' means an individual, with a baccalaureate, master's, or doctoral degree in social work from an institution of higher education, who uses knowledge and skills to provide social work services for individuals, families, groups, communities, organizations, or society in general. ( 6) The term ``urban Indian organization'' has the meaning given such term in section 4 of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (25 U.S.C. 1603). (

To authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to award grants to States to provide safety measures to social workers, health workers, and human services professionals performing services placing such individuals in high-risk and potentially dangerous situations, and for other purposes. a) Grants Authorized.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall award grants to States, Indian Tribes, Tribal organizations, and urban Indian organizations to provide safety measures to social workers, health workers, and human services professionals (as designated by the Secretary), performing services placing such individuals in high-risk and potentially dangerous situations. ( (B) Technical assistance and training for safety communications. ( 7) Support services, counseling, and additional resources for social workers, health workers, and human services professionals, who have experienced safety issues or trauma- related incidents in the workplace. ( (2) Contents.--Each application submitted pursuant to paragraph (1) shall-- (A) describe the type of entities that will receive funding through the grant and type of work to be done by such entities; (B) describe the specific activities for which the grant is sought and include a program budget; and (C) contain an assurance that the applicant will evaluate the effectiveness of the safety measures provided through the grant. ( e) Quality Assurance and Cost Effectiveness.--The Secretary shall establish guidelines for ensuring the quality and cost effectiveness of the safety measures funded under this section. ( h) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``health worker'' includes-- (A) a Community Health Representative that has completed training under the Community Health Representative Program of the Indian Health Service under section 107 of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (25 U.S.C. 1616); (B) a health aide or community health practitioner certified under the Community Health Aide Program of the Indian Health Service under section 119 of that Act (25 U.S.C. 1616l); and (C) other behavioral health aides and mental health aides. ( 2) The terms ``Indian Tribe'' and ``Tribal organization'' have the meanings given such terms in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 5304). (3) The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services. ( 6) The term ``urban Indian organization'' has the meaning given such term in section 4 of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (25 U.S.C. 1603). (

To authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to award grants to States to provide safety measures to social workers, health workers, and human services professionals performing services placing such individuals in high-risk and potentially dangerous situations, and for other purposes. a) Grants Authorized.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall award grants to States, Indian Tribes, Tribal organizations, and urban Indian organizations to provide safety measures to social workers, health workers, and human services professionals (as designated by the Secretary), performing services placing such individuals in high-risk and potentially dangerous situations. ( B) Technical assistance and training for safety communications. ( (7) Support services, counseling, and additional resources for social workers, health workers, and human services professionals, who have experienced safety issues or trauma- related incidents in the workplace. ( 2) Contents.--Each application submitted pursuant to paragraph (1) shall-- (A) describe the type of entities that will receive funding through the grant and type of work to be done by such entities; (B) describe the specific activities for which the grant is sought and include a program budget; and (C) contain an assurance that the applicant will evaluate the effectiveness of the safety measures provided through the grant. ( h) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``health worker'' includes-- (A) a Community Health Representative that has completed training under the Community Health Representative Program of the Indian Health Service under section 107 of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (25 U.S.C. 1616); (B) a health aide or community health practitioner certified under the Community Health Aide Program of the Indian Health Service under section 119 of that Act (25 U.S.C. 1616l); and (C) other behavioral health aides and mental health aides. ( 2) The terms ``Indian Tribe'' and ``Tribal organization'' have the meanings given such terms in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 5304). ( (5) The term ``social worker'' means an individual, with a baccalaureate, master's, or doctoral degree in social work from an institution of higher education, who uses knowledge and skills to provide social work services for individuals, families, groups, communities, organizations, or society in general. ( 6) The term ``urban Indian organization'' has the meaning given such term in section 4 of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (25 U.S.C. 1603). (

To authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to award grants to States to provide safety measures to social workers, health workers, and human services professionals performing services placing such individuals in high-risk and potentially dangerous situations, and for other purposes. a) Grants Authorized.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall award grants to States, Indian Tribes, Tribal organizations, and urban Indian organizations to provide safety measures to social workers, health workers, and human services professionals (as designated by the Secretary), performing services placing such individuals in high-risk and potentially dangerous situations. ( (B) Technical assistance and training for safety communications. ( 7) Support services, counseling, and additional resources for social workers, health workers, and human services professionals, who have experienced safety issues or trauma- related incidents in the workplace. ( (2) Contents.--Each application submitted pursuant to paragraph (1) shall-- (A) describe the type of entities that will receive funding through the grant and type of work to be done by such entities; (B) describe the specific activities for which the grant is sought and include a program budget; and (C) contain an assurance that the applicant will evaluate the effectiveness of the safety measures provided through the grant. ( e) Quality Assurance and Cost Effectiveness.--The Secretary shall establish guidelines for ensuring the quality and cost effectiveness of the safety measures funded under this section. ( h) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``health worker'' includes-- (A) a Community Health Representative that has completed training under the Community Health Representative Program of the Indian Health Service under section 107 of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (25 U.S.C. 1616); (B) a health aide or community health practitioner certified under the Community Health Aide Program of the Indian Health Service under section 119 of that Act (25 U.S.C. 1616l); and (C) other behavioral health aides and mental health aides. ( 2) The terms ``Indian Tribe'' and ``Tribal organization'' have the meanings given such terms in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 5304). (3) The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services. ( 6) The term ``urban Indian organization'' has the meaning given such term in section 4 of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (25 U.S.C. 1603). (

To authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to award grants to States to provide safety measures to social workers, health workers, and human services professionals performing services placing such individuals in high-risk and potentially dangerous situations, and for other purposes. a) Grants Authorized.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall award grants to States, Indian Tribes, Tribal organizations, and urban Indian organizations to provide safety measures to social workers, health workers, and human services professionals (as designated by the Secretary), performing services placing such individuals in high-risk and potentially dangerous situations. ( B) Technical assistance and training for safety communications. ( (7) Support services, counseling, and additional resources for social workers, health workers, and human services professionals, who have experienced safety issues or trauma- related incidents in the workplace. ( 2) Contents.--Each application submitted pursuant to paragraph (1) shall-- (A) describe the type of entities that will receive funding through the grant and type of work to be done by such entities; (B) describe the specific activities for which the grant is sought and include a program budget; and (C) contain an assurance that the applicant will evaluate the effectiveness of the safety measures provided through the grant. ( h) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``health worker'' includes-- (A) a Community Health Representative that has completed training under the Community Health Representative Program of the Indian Health Service under section 107 of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (25 U.S.C. 1616); (B) a health aide or community health practitioner certified under the Community Health Aide Program of the Indian Health Service under section 119 of that Act (25 U.S.C. 1616l); and (C) other behavioral health aides and mental health aides. ( 2) The terms ``Indian Tribe'' and ``Tribal organization'' have the meanings given such terms in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 5304). ( (5) The term ``social worker'' means an individual, with a baccalaureate, master's, or doctoral degree in social work from an institution of higher education, who uses knowledge and skills to provide social work services for individuals, families, groups, communities, organizations, or society in general. ( 6) The term ``urban Indian organization'' has the meaning given such term in section 4 of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (25 U.S.C. 1603). (

To authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to award grants to States to provide safety measures to social workers, health workers, and human services professionals performing services placing such individuals in high-risk and potentially dangerous situations, and for other purposes. a) Grants Authorized.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall award grants to States, Indian Tribes, Tribal organizations, and urban Indian organizations to provide safety measures to social workers, health workers, and human services professionals (as designated by the Secretary), performing services placing such individuals in high-risk and potentially dangerous situations. ( (B) Technical assistance and training for safety communications. ( 7) Support services, counseling, and additional resources for social workers, health workers, and human services professionals, who have experienced safety issues or trauma- related incidents in the workplace. ( (2) Contents.--Each application submitted pursuant to paragraph (1) shall-- (A) describe the type of entities that will receive funding through the grant and type of work to be done by such entities; (B) describe the specific activities for which the grant is sought and include a program budget; and (C) contain an assurance that the applicant will evaluate the effectiveness of the safety measures provided through the grant. ( e) Quality Assurance and Cost Effectiveness.--The Secretary shall establish guidelines for ensuring the quality and cost effectiveness of the safety measures funded under this section. ( h) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``health worker'' includes-- (A) a Community Health Representative that has completed training under the Community Health Representative Program of the Indian Health Service under section 107 of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (25 U.S.C. 1616); (B) a health aide or community health practitioner certified under the Community Health Aide Program of the Indian Health Service under section 119 of that Act (25 U.S.C. 1616l); and (C) other behavioral health aides and mental health aides. ( 2) The terms ``Indian Tribe'' and ``Tribal organization'' have the meanings given such terms in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 5304). (3) The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services. ( 6) The term ``urban Indian organization'' has the meaning given such term in section 4 of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (25 U.S.C. 1603). (

To authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to award grants to States to provide safety measures to social workers, health workers, and human services professionals performing services placing such individuals in high-risk and potentially dangerous situations, and for other purposes. h) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``health worker'' includes-- (A) a Community Health Representative that has completed training under the Community Health Representative Program of the Indian Health Service under section 107 of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (25 U.S.C. 1616); (B) a health aide or community health practitioner certified under the Community Health Aide Program of the Indian Health Service under section 119 of that Act (25 U.S.C. 1616l); and (C) other behavioral health aides and mental health aides. ( ( 6) The term ``urban Indian organization'' has the meaning given such term in section 4 of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (25 U.S.C. 1603). (

To authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to award grants to States to provide safety measures to social workers, health workers, and human services professionals performing services placing such individuals in high-risk and potentially dangerous situations, and for other purposes. 2) Contents.--Each application submitted pursuant to paragraph (1) shall-- (A) describe the type of entities that will receive funding through the grant and type of work to be done by such entities; (B) describe the specific activities for which the grant is sought and include a program budget; and (C) contain an assurance that the applicant will evaluate the effectiveness of the safety measures provided through the grant. ( ( h) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``health worker'' includes-- (A) a Community Health Representative that has completed training under the Community Health Representative Program of the Indian Health Service under section 107 of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (25 U.S.C. 1616); (B) a health aide or community health practitioner certified under the Community Health Aide Program of the Indian Health Service under section 119 of that Act (25 U.S.C. 1616l); and (C) other behavioral health aides and mental health aides. ( 2) The terms ``Indian Tribe'' and ``Tribal organization'' have the meanings given such terms in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 5304). (

H.R.2497

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Amache National Historic Site Act This bill establishes the Amache National Historic Site in Colorado as a unit of the National Park System to preserve, protect, and interpret for the benefit of present and future generations resources associated with the incarceration of civilians of Japanese ancestry during World War II at Amache, also known as the Granada Relocation Center, and the military service of incarcerees at the Granada Relocation Center. The National Historic Site shall not be established until the date on which the Department of the Interior determines that a sufficient quantity of land or interests in land has been acquired to constitute a manageable park unit. After Interior makes such a determination, it shall publish in the Federal Register notice of the establishment of the historic site. Interior may acquire only by donation any land or interests in land located within the boundary of the Camp Amache National Historic Landmark. Any acquired lands or interests in land shall be included within the boundary of the historic site. Interior must prepare a general management plan for the historic site. Interior may enter into agreements with Interior shall provide the town of Granada, Colorado, with access to those areas of the historic site determined necessary for the operation and maintenance of water infrastructure and appurtenances. Additionally, Interior may permit the town of Granada to construct or install new water infrastructure, systems, or appurtenances limited to the areas determined to be necessary. Finally, Interior may accept, for addition to and administration as part of the historic site, the donation of water infrastructure, systems, or appurtenances within the boundary of the site (including associated water rights) if the water infrastructure, systems, or appurtenances are no longer used by the town of Granada.

[117th Congress Public Law 106] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 1121]] AMACHE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE ACT [[Page 136 STAT. 1122]] Public Law 117-106 117th Congress An Act To establish the Amache National Historic Site in the State of Colorado as a Unit of the National Park System, and for other purposes. <<NOTE: Mar. 18, 2022 - [H.R. 2497]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Amache National Historic Site Act. 54 USC 320101 note.>> SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Amache National Historic Site Act''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Map.--The term ``Map'' means the map entitled ``Amache National Historical Site Proposed Boundary'', numbered 100/ 175348 and dated July 2021. (2) National historic site.--The term ``National Historic Site'' means the Amache National Historic Site established by section 3(a). (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior. SEC. 3. AMACHE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE. (a) Establishment.--Subject to subsection (c), there is established the Amache National Historic Site in the State of Colorado as a unit of the National Park System. (b) Purpose.--The purpose of the National Historic Site is to preserve, protect, and interpret for the benefit of present and future generations resources associated with-- (1) the incarceration of civilians of Japanese ancestry during World War II at Amache, also known as the Granada Relocation Center, and the military service of center incarcerees; (2) public reaction in the State of Colorado to the incarceration of Japanese Americans, including the position of Governor Ralph Carr and the local community; and (3) the transition of the incarcerees and their descendants following the closure of the center and resettlement in the State of Colorado and other States. (c) Determination by the Secretary.--The National Historic Site shall not be established until the date on which the Secretary determines that a sufficient quantity of land or interests in land has been acquired to constitute a manageable park unit. (d) <<NOTE: Deadline. Federal Register, publication.>> Notice.--Not later than 30 days after the Secretary makes a determination under subsection (c), the Secretary shall publish [[Page 136 STAT. 1123]] in the Federal Register notice of the establishment of the National Historic Site. (e) Boundary; Map.-- (1) Boundary.--The boundary of the National Historic Site shall be as generally depicted on the Map. (2) Availability of map.--The Map shall be on file and available for public inspection in the appropriate offices of the National Park Service. (f) Land Acquisition Authority.--The Secretary may acquire land or interests in land located within the boundary of the Camp Amache National Historic Landmark, as generally depicted on the Map, only by donation. (g) Addition to Boundary.--Any lands or interests in land acquired under subsection (f) shall be included within the boundary of the National Historic Site. (h) Administration.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall administer the National Historic Site in accordance with-- (A) this Act; and (B) the laws generally applicable to units of the National Park System. (2) Management plan.-- (A) Deadline for completion.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are first made available to the Secretary for this purpose, the Secretary shall prepare a general management plan for the National Historic Site in accordance with section 100502 of title 54, United States Code. (B) Submission to congress.--On completion of the general management plan under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate and the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives the general management plan prepared under that subparagraph. (i) Administrative Facilities.--For the purposes of ensuring the preservation, protection, and proper management of the site and associated resources, the Secretary may establish facilities for administration, visitor services, and curation of personal property, outside the boundary of, and in the vicinity of, the National Historic Site. (j) <<NOTE: Contracts.>> Cooperative Agreements.--The Secretary may enter into agreements with-- (1) the public or private entities for the purpose of establishing and operating facilities outside of the boundary of the National Historic Site for administration, visitor services and curation of personal property; and (2) other public or private entities for the purposes of carrying out this Act. (k) Effect on Water Rights.--Except as provided for in subsection (l), nothing in this Act shall affect-- (1) the use, allocation, ownership, or control, in existence on the date of the enactment of any water, water right, or any other valid existing right; (2) any vested absolute or decreed conditional water right in existence on the date of the enactment; [[Page 136 STAT. 1124]] (3) any interstate water compact in existence on the date of the enactment; or (4) State jurisdiction over any water law. (l) Operation and Maintenance of Water Infrastructure and Appurtenances.-- (1) Effect.--Nothing in this Act affects the authority of the town of Granada, Colorado, with respect to the operation and maintenance of all water infrastructure, systems and appurtenances located within the boundary of the National Historic Site in existence on the date of enactment of this Act, including but not limited to wells, pumps, tanks, water lines, valves, and water treatment facilities. (2) Determination.--The Secretary shall provide the town of Granada, Colorado, with access to those areas of the National Historic Site determined as necessary for the operation and maintenance of water infrastructure and appurtenances. (3) New water infrastructure.--The Secretary may permit the town of Granada, Colorado, to construct or install new water infrastructure, systems, or appurtenances-- (A) consistent with applicable laws; (B) limited to the areas determined to be necessary under paragraph (2); and (C) in a manner that ensures the preservation, protection, and proper management of the National Historic Site. (4) Acceptance of donated water infrastructure.--The Secretary may accept, for addition to and administration as part of the National Historic Site, the donation of water infrastructure, systems, or appurtenances within the boundary of the National Historic Site, including associated water rights, if the water infrastructure, systems, or appurtenances are no longer used by the town of Granada, Colorado. Approved March 18, 2022. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--H.R. 2497: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- HOUSE REPORTS: No. 117-100 (Comm. on Natural Resources). SENATE REPORTS: No. 117-58 (Comm. on Energy and Natural Resources). CONGRESSIONAL RECORD: Vol. 167 (2021): July 26, 29, considered and passed House. Vol. 168 (2022): Feb. 14, considered and passed Senate, amended. Feb. 18, House concurred in Senate amendments. <all>

Amache National Historic Site Act

To establish the Amache National Historic Site in the State of Colorado as a Unit of the National Park System, and for other purposes. To establish the Amache National Historic Site in the State of Colorado as a unit of the National Park System, and for other purposes.

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Rep. Neguse, Joe

D

CO

This bill establishes the Amache National Historic Site in Colorado as a unit of the National Park System to preserve, protect, and interpret for the benefit of present and future generations resources associated with the incarceration of civilians of Japanese ancestry during World War II at Amache, also known as the Granada Relocation Center, and the military service of incarcerees at the Granada Relocation Center. The National Historic Site shall not be established until the date on which the Department of the Interior determines that a sufficient quantity of land or interests in land has been acquired to constitute a manageable park unit. After Interior makes such a determination, it shall publish in the Federal Register notice of the establishment of the historic site. Interior may acquire only by donation any land or interests in land located within the boundary of the Camp Amache National Historic Landmark. Any acquired lands or interests in land shall be included within the boundary of the historic site. Interior must prepare a general management plan for the historic site. Interior may enter into agreements with Interior shall provide the town of Granada, Colorado, with access to those areas of the historic site determined necessary for the operation and maintenance of water infrastructure and appurtenances. Additionally, Interior may permit the town of Granada to construct or install new water infrastructure, systems, or appurtenances limited to the areas determined to be necessary. Finally, Interior may accept, for addition to and administration as part of the historic site, the donation of water infrastructure, systems, or appurtenances within the boundary of the site (including associated water rights) if the water infrastructure, systems, or appurtenances are no longer used by the town of Granada.

18, 2022 - [H.R. 54 USC 320101 note.>> SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Amache National Historic Site Act''. 2. DEFINITIONS. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior. SEC. AMACHE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE. (b) Purpose.--The purpose of the National Historic Site is to preserve, protect, and interpret for the benefit of present and future generations resources associated with-- (1) the incarceration of civilians of Japanese ancestry during World War II at Amache, also known as the Granada Relocation Center, and the military service of center incarcerees; (2) public reaction in the State of Colorado to the incarceration of Japanese Americans, including the position of Governor Ralph Carr and the local community; and (3) the transition of the incarcerees and their descendants following the closure of the center and resettlement in the State of Colorado and other States. (c) Determination by the Secretary.--The National Historic Site shall not be established until the date on which the Secretary determines that a sufficient quantity of land or interests in land has been acquired to constitute a manageable park unit. (d) <<NOTE: Deadline. Federal Register, publication.>> Notice.--Not later than 30 days after the Secretary makes a determination under subsection (c), the Secretary shall publish [[Page 136 STAT. (e) Boundary; Map.-- (1) Boundary.--The boundary of the National Historic Site shall be as generally depicted on the Map. (B) Submission to congress.--On completion of the general management plan under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate and the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives the general management plan prepared under that subparagraph. (j) <<NOTE: Contracts.>> Cooperative Agreements.--The Secretary may enter into agreements with-- (1) the public or private entities for the purpose of establishing and operating facilities outside of the boundary of the National Historic Site for administration, visitor services and curation of personal property; and (2) other public or private entities for the purposes of carrying out this Act. 1124]] (3) any interstate water compact in existence on the date of the enactment; or (4) State jurisdiction over any water law. (4) Acceptance of donated water infrastructure.--The Secretary may accept, for addition to and administration as part of the National Historic Site, the donation of water infrastructure, systems, or appurtenances within the boundary of the National Historic Site, including associated water rights, if the water infrastructure, systems, or appurtenances are no longer used by the town of Granada, Colorado. 2497: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- HOUSE REPORTS: No. 117-100 (Comm. on Natural Resources). SENATE REPORTS: No. 167 (2021): July 26, 29, considered and passed House. Vol.

18, 2022 - [H.R. 54 USC 320101 note.>> SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Amache National Historic Site Act''. 2. DEFINITIONS. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior. SEC. AMACHE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE. (c) Determination by the Secretary.--The National Historic Site shall not be established until the date on which the Secretary determines that a sufficient quantity of land or interests in land has been acquired to constitute a manageable park unit. (d) <<NOTE: Deadline. Federal Register, publication.>> Notice.--Not later than 30 days after the Secretary makes a determination under subsection (c), the Secretary shall publish [[Page 136 STAT. (e) Boundary; Map.-- (1) Boundary.--The boundary of the National Historic Site shall be as generally depicted on the Map. (B) Submission to congress.--On completion of the general management plan under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate and the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives the general management plan prepared under that subparagraph. (j) <<NOTE: Contracts.>> Cooperative Agreements.--The Secretary may enter into agreements with-- (1) the public or private entities for the purpose of establishing and operating facilities outside of the boundary of the National Historic Site for administration, visitor services and curation of personal property; and (2) other public or private entities for the purposes of carrying out this Act. 1124]] (3) any interstate water compact in existence on the date of the enactment; or (4) State jurisdiction over any water law. (4) Acceptance of donated water infrastructure.--The Secretary may accept, for addition to and administration as part of the National Historic Site, the donation of water infrastructure, systems, or appurtenances within the boundary of the National Historic Site, including associated water rights, if the water infrastructure, systems, or appurtenances are no longer used by the town of Granada, Colorado. 2497: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- HOUSE REPORTS: No. 117-100 (Comm. on Natural Resources). SENATE REPORTS: No. 167 (2021): July 26, 29, considered and passed House. Vol.

[117th Congress Public Law 106] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 1121]] AMACHE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE ACT [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: Mar. 18, 2022 - [H.R. 54 USC 320101 note.>> SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Amache National Historic Site Act''. 2. DEFINITIONS. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior. SEC. AMACHE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE. (b) Purpose.--The purpose of the National Historic Site is to preserve, protect, and interpret for the benefit of present and future generations resources associated with-- (1) the incarceration of civilians of Japanese ancestry during World War II at Amache, also known as the Granada Relocation Center, and the military service of center incarcerees; (2) public reaction in the State of Colorado to the incarceration of Japanese Americans, including the position of Governor Ralph Carr and the local community; and (3) the transition of the incarcerees and their descendants following the closure of the center and resettlement in the State of Colorado and other States. (c) Determination by the Secretary.--The National Historic Site shall not be established until the date on which the Secretary determines that a sufficient quantity of land or interests in land has been acquired to constitute a manageable park unit. (d) <<NOTE: Deadline. Federal Register, publication.>> Notice.--Not later than 30 days after the Secretary makes a determination under subsection (c), the Secretary shall publish [[Page 136 STAT. 1123]] in the Federal Register notice of the establishment of the National Historic Site. (e) Boundary; Map.-- (1) Boundary.--The boundary of the National Historic Site shall be as generally depicted on the Map. (2) Availability of map.--The Map shall be on file and available for public inspection in the appropriate offices of the National Park Service. (2) Management plan.-- (A) Deadline for completion.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are first made available to the Secretary for this purpose, the Secretary shall prepare a general management plan for the National Historic Site in accordance with section 100502 of title 54, United States Code. (B) Submission to congress.--On completion of the general management plan under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate and the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives the general management plan prepared under that subparagraph. (j) <<NOTE: Contracts.>> Cooperative Agreements.--The Secretary may enter into agreements with-- (1) the public or private entities for the purpose of establishing and operating facilities outside of the boundary of the National Historic Site for administration, visitor services and curation of personal property; and (2) other public or private entities for the purposes of carrying out this Act. 1124]] (3) any interstate water compact in existence on the date of the enactment; or (4) State jurisdiction over any water law. (l) Operation and Maintenance of Water Infrastructure and Appurtenances.-- (1) Effect.--Nothing in this Act affects the authority of the town of Granada, Colorado, with respect to the operation and maintenance of all water infrastructure, systems and appurtenances located within the boundary of the National Historic Site in existence on the date of enactment of this Act, including but not limited to wells, pumps, tanks, water lines, valves, and water treatment facilities. (3) New water infrastructure.--The Secretary may permit the town of Granada, Colorado, to construct or install new water infrastructure, systems, or appurtenances-- (A) consistent with applicable laws; (B) limited to the areas determined to be necessary under paragraph (2); and (C) in a manner that ensures the preservation, protection, and proper management of the National Historic Site. (4) Acceptance of donated water infrastructure.--The Secretary may accept, for addition to and administration as part of the National Historic Site, the donation of water infrastructure, systems, or appurtenances within the boundary of the National Historic Site, including associated water rights, if the water infrastructure, systems, or appurtenances are no longer used by the town of Granada, Colorado. Approved March 18, 2022. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--H.R. 2497: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- HOUSE REPORTS: No. 117-100 (Comm. on Natural Resources). SENATE REPORTS: No. 117-58 (Comm. CONGRESSIONAL RECORD: Vol. 167 (2021): July 26, 29, considered and passed House. Vol. 168 (2022): Feb. 14, considered and passed Senate, amended. Feb. 18, House concurred in Senate amendments.

[117th Congress Public Law 106] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 1121]] AMACHE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE ACT [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: Mar. 18, 2022 - [H.R. 2497]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Amache National Historic Site Act. 54 USC 320101 note.>> SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Amache National Historic Site Act''. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Map.--The term ``Map'' means the map entitled ``Amache National Historical Site Proposed Boundary'', numbered 100/ 175348 and dated July 2021. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior. SEC. AMACHE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE. (b) Purpose.--The purpose of the National Historic Site is to preserve, protect, and interpret for the benefit of present and future generations resources associated with-- (1) the incarceration of civilians of Japanese ancestry during World War II at Amache, also known as the Granada Relocation Center, and the military service of center incarcerees; (2) public reaction in the State of Colorado to the incarceration of Japanese Americans, including the position of Governor Ralph Carr and the local community; and (3) the transition of the incarcerees and their descendants following the closure of the center and resettlement in the State of Colorado and other States. (c) Determination by the Secretary.--The National Historic Site shall not be established until the date on which the Secretary determines that a sufficient quantity of land or interests in land has been acquired to constitute a manageable park unit. (d) <<NOTE: Deadline. Federal Register, publication.>> Notice.--Not later than 30 days after the Secretary makes a determination under subsection (c), the Secretary shall publish [[Page 136 STAT. 1123]] in the Federal Register notice of the establishment of the National Historic Site. (e) Boundary; Map.-- (1) Boundary.--The boundary of the National Historic Site shall be as generally depicted on the Map. (2) Availability of map.--The Map shall be on file and available for public inspection in the appropriate offices of the National Park Service. (f) Land Acquisition Authority.--The Secretary may acquire land or interests in land located within the boundary of the Camp Amache National Historic Landmark, as generally depicted on the Map, only by donation. (g) Addition to Boundary.--Any lands or interests in land acquired under subsection (f) shall be included within the boundary of the National Historic Site. (2) Management plan.-- (A) Deadline for completion.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are first made available to the Secretary for this purpose, the Secretary shall prepare a general management plan for the National Historic Site in accordance with section 100502 of title 54, United States Code. (B) Submission to congress.--On completion of the general management plan under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate and the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives the general management plan prepared under that subparagraph. (i) Administrative Facilities.--For the purposes of ensuring the preservation, protection, and proper management of the site and associated resources, the Secretary may establish facilities for administration, visitor services, and curation of personal property, outside the boundary of, and in the vicinity of, the National Historic Site. (j) <<NOTE: Contracts.>> Cooperative Agreements.--The Secretary may enter into agreements with-- (1) the public or private entities for the purpose of establishing and operating facilities outside of the boundary of the National Historic Site for administration, visitor services and curation of personal property; and (2) other public or private entities for the purposes of carrying out this Act. (k) Effect on Water Rights.--Except as provided for in subsection (l), nothing in this Act shall affect-- (1) the use, allocation, ownership, or control, in existence on the date of the enactment of any water, water right, or any other valid existing right; (2) any vested absolute or decreed conditional water right in existence on the date of the enactment; [[Page 136 STAT. 1124]] (3) any interstate water compact in existence on the date of the enactment; or (4) State jurisdiction over any water law. (l) Operation and Maintenance of Water Infrastructure and Appurtenances.-- (1) Effect.--Nothing in this Act affects the authority of the town of Granada, Colorado, with respect to the operation and maintenance of all water infrastructure, systems and appurtenances located within the boundary of the National Historic Site in existence on the date of enactment of this Act, including but not limited to wells, pumps, tanks, water lines, valves, and water treatment facilities. (2) Determination.--The Secretary shall provide the town of Granada, Colorado, with access to those areas of the National Historic Site determined as necessary for the operation and maintenance of water infrastructure and appurtenances. (3) New water infrastructure.--The Secretary may permit the town of Granada, Colorado, to construct or install new water infrastructure, systems, or appurtenances-- (A) consistent with applicable laws; (B) limited to the areas determined to be necessary under paragraph (2); and (C) in a manner that ensures the preservation, protection, and proper management of the National Historic Site. (4) Acceptance of donated water infrastructure.--The Secretary may accept, for addition to and administration as part of the National Historic Site, the donation of water infrastructure, systems, or appurtenances within the boundary of the National Historic Site, including associated water rights, if the water infrastructure, systems, or appurtenances are no longer used by the town of Granada, Colorado. Approved March 18, 2022. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--H.R. 2497: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- HOUSE REPORTS: No. 117-100 (Comm. on Natural Resources). SENATE REPORTS: No. 117-58 (Comm. CONGRESSIONAL RECORD: Vol. 167 (2021): July 26, 29, considered and passed House. Vol. 168 (2022): Feb. 14, considered and passed Senate, amended. Feb. 18, House concurred in Senate amendments.

[117th Congress Public Law 106] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 1121]] AMACHE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE ACT [[Page 136 STAT. 2) National historic site.--The term ``National Historic Site'' means the Amache National Historic Site established by section 3(a). ( c) Determination by the Secretary.--The National Historic Site shall not be established until the date on which the Secretary determines that a sufficient quantity of land or interests in land has been acquired to constitute a manageable park unit. ( e) Boundary; Map.-- (1) Boundary.--The boundary of the National Historic Site shall be as generally depicted on the Map. ( (f) Land Acquisition Authority.--The Secretary may acquire land or interests in land located within the boundary of the Camp Amache National Historic Landmark, as generally depicted on the Map, only by donation. ( 2) Management plan.-- (A) Deadline for completion.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are first made available to the Secretary for this purpose, the Secretary shall prepare a general management plan for the National Historic Site in accordance with section 100502 of title 54, United States Code. ( (j) <<NOTE: Contracts. k) Effect on Water Rights.--Except as provided for in subsection (l), nothing in this Act shall affect-- (1) the use, allocation, ownership, or control, in existence on the date of the enactment of any water, water right, or any other valid existing right; (2) any vested absolute or decreed conditional water right in existence on the date of the enactment; [[Page 136 STAT. (2) Determination.--The Secretary shall provide the town of Granada, Colorado, with access to those areas of the National Historic Site determined as necessary for the operation and maintenance of water infrastructure and appurtenances. ( LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--H.R. 2497: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- HOUSE REPORTS: No. 167 (2021): July 26, 29, considered and passed House.

[117th Congress Public Law 106] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 1121]] AMACHE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE ACT [[Page 136 STAT. a) Establishment.--Subject to subsection (c), there is established the Amache National Historic Site in the State of Colorado as a unit of the National Park System. ( c) Determination by the Secretary.--The National Historic Site shall not be established until the date on which the Secretary determines that a sufficient quantity of land or interests in land has been acquired to constitute a manageable park unit. ( 1123]] in the Federal Register notice of the establishment of the National Historic Site. ( e) Boundary; Map.-- (1) Boundary.--The boundary of the National Historic Site shall be as generally depicted on the Map. ( f) Land Acquisition Authority.--The Secretary may acquire land or interests in land located within the boundary of the Camp Amache National Historic Landmark, as generally depicted on the Map, only by donation. ( (k) Effect on Water Rights.--Except as provided for in subsection (l), nothing in this Act shall affect-- (1) the use, allocation, ownership, or control, in existence on the date of the enactment of any water, water right, or any other valid existing right; (2) any vested absolute or decreed conditional water right in existence on the date of the enactment; [[Page 136 STAT. 3) New water infrastructure.--The Secretary may permit the town of Granada, Colorado, to construct or install new water infrastructure, systems, or appurtenances-- (A) consistent with applicable laws; (B) limited to the areas determined to be necessary under paragraph (2); and (C) in a manner that ensures the preservation, protection, and proper management of the National Historic Site. ( Feb. 18, House concurred in Senate amendments.

[117th Congress Public Law 106] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 1121]] AMACHE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE ACT [[Page 136 STAT. a) Establishment.--Subject to subsection (c), there is established the Amache National Historic Site in the State of Colorado as a unit of the National Park System. ( c) Determination by the Secretary.--The National Historic Site shall not be established until the date on which the Secretary determines that a sufficient quantity of land or interests in land has been acquired to constitute a manageable park unit. ( 1123]] in the Federal Register notice of the establishment of the National Historic Site. ( e) Boundary; Map.-- (1) Boundary.--The boundary of the National Historic Site shall be as generally depicted on the Map. ( f) Land Acquisition Authority.--The Secretary may acquire land or interests in land located within the boundary of the Camp Amache National Historic Landmark, as generally depicted on the Map, only by donation. ( (k) Effect on Water Rights.--Except as provided for in subsection (l), nothing in this Act shall affect-- (1) the use, allocation, ownership, or control, in existence on the date of the enactment of any water, water right, or any other valid existing right; (2) any vested absolute or decreed conditional water right in existence on the date of the enactment; [[Page 136 STAT. 3) New water infrastructure.--The Secretary may permit the town of Granada, Colorado, to construct or install new water infrastructure, systems, or appurtenances-- (A) consistent with applicable laws; (B) limited to the areas determined to be necessary under paragraph (2); and (C) in a manner that ensures the preservation, protection, and proper management of the National Historic Site. ( Feb. 18, House concurred in Senate amendments.

[117th Congress Public Law 106] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 1121]] AMACHE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE ACT [[Page 136 STAT. 2) National historic site.--The term ``National Historic Site'' means the Amache National Historic Site established by section 3(a). ( c) Determination by the Secretary.--The National Historic Site shall not be established until the date on which the Secretary determines that a sufficient quantity of land or interests in land has been acquired to constitute a manageable park unit. ( e) Boundary; Map.-- (1) Boundary.--The boundary of the National Historic Site shall be as generally depicted on the Map. ( (f) Land Acquisition Authority.--The Secretary may acquire land or interests in land located within the boundary of the Camp Amache National Historic Landmark, as generally depicted on the Map, only by donation. ( 2) Management plan.-- (A) Deadline for completion.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are first made available to the Secretary for this purpose, the Secretary shall prepare a general management plan for the National Historic Site in accordance with section 100502 of title 54, United States Code. ( (j) <<NOTE: Contracts. k) Effect on Water Rights.--Except as provided for in subsection (l), nothing in this Act shall affect-- (1) the use, allocation, ownership, or control, in existence on the date of the enactment of any water, water right, or any other valid existing right; (2) any vested absolute or decreed conditional water right in existence on the date of the enactment; [[Page 136 STAT. (2) Determination.--The Secretary shall provide the town of Granada, Colorado, with access to those areas of the National Historic Site determined as necessary for the operation and maintenance of water infrastructure and appurtenances. ( LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--H.R. 2497: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- HOUSE REPORTS: No. 167 (2021): July 26, 29, considered and passed House.

[117th Congress Public Law 106] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 1121]] AMACHE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE ACT [[Page 136 STAT. a) Establishment.--Subject to subsection (c), there is established the Amache National Historic Site in the State of Colorado as a unit of the National Park System. ( c) Determination by the Secretary.--The National Historic Site shall not be established until the date on which the Secretary determines that a sufficient quantity of land or interests in land has been acquired to constitute a manageable park unit. ( 1123]] in the Federal Register notice of the establishment of the National Historic Site. ( e) Boundary; Map.-- (1) Boundary.--The boundary of the National Historic Site shall be as generally depicted on the Map. ( f) Land Acquisition Authority.--The Secretary may acquire land or interests in land located within the boundary of the Camp Amache National Historic Landmark, as generally depicted on the Map, only by donation. ( (k) Effect on Water Rights.--Except as provided for in subsection (l), nothing in this Act shall affect-- (1) the use, allocation, ownership, or control, in existence on the date of the enactment of any water, water right, or any other valid existing right; (2) any vested absolute or decreed conditional water right in existence on the date of the enactment; [[Page 136 STAT. 3) New water infrastructure.--The Secretary may permit the town of Granada, Colorado, to construct or install new water infrastructure, systems, or appurtenances-- (A) consistent with applicable laws; (B) limited to the areas determined to be necessary under paragraph (2); and (C) in a manner that ensures the preservation, protection, and proper management of the National Historic Site. ( Feb. 18, House concurred in Senate amendments.

[117th Congress Public Law 106] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 1121]] AMACHE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE ACT [[Page 136 STAT. 2) National historic site.--The term ``National Historic Site'' means the Amache National Historic Site established by section 3(a). ( c) Determination by the Secretary.--The National Historic Site shall not be established until the date on which the Secretary determines that a sufficient quantity of land or interests in land has been acquired to constitute a manageable park unit. ( e) Boundary; Map.-- (1) Boundary.--The boundary of the National Historic Site shall be as generally depicted on the Map. ( (f) Land Acquisition Authority.--The Secretary may acquire land or interests in land located within the boundary of the Camp Amache National Historic Landmark, as generally depicted on the Map, only by donation. ( 2) Management plan.-- (A) Deadline for completion.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are first made available to the Secretary for this purpose, the Secretary shall prepare a general management plan for the National Historic Site in accordance with section 100502 of title 54, United States Code. ( (j) <<NOTE: Contracts. k) Effect on Water Rights.--Except as provided for in subsection (l), nothing in this Act shall affect-- (1) the use, allocation, ownership, or control, in existence on the date of the enactment of any water, water right, or any other valid existing right; (2) any vested absolute or decreed conditional water right in existence on the date of the enactment; [[Page 136 STAT. (2) Determination.--The Secretary shall provide the town of Granada, Colorado, with access to those areas of the National Historic Site determined as necessary for the operation and maintenance of water infrastructure and appurtenances. ( LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--H.R. 2497: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- HOUSE REPORTS: No. 167 (2021): July 26, 29, considered and passed House.

[117th Congress Public Law 106] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 1121]] AMACHE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE ACT [[Page 136 STAT. a) Establishment.--Subject to subsection (c), there is established the Amache National Historic Site in the State of Colorado as a unit of the National Park System. ( c) Determination by the Secretary.--The National Historic Site shall not be established until the date on which the Secretary determines that a sufficient quantity of land or interests in land has been acquired to constitute a manageable park unit. ( 1123]] in the Federal Register notice of the establishment of the National Historic Site. ( e) Boundary; Map.-- (1) Boundary.--The boundary of the National Historic Site shall be as generally depicted on the Map. ( f) Land Acquisition Authority.--The Secretary may acquire land or interests in land located within the boundary of the Camp Amache National Historic Landmark, as generally depicted on the Map, only by donation. ( (k) Effect on Water Rights.--Except as provided for in subsection (l), nothing in this Act shall affect-- (1) the use, allocation, ownership, or control, in existence on the date of the enactment of any water, water right, or any other valid existing right; (2) any vested absolute or decreed conditional water right in existence on the date of the enactment; [[Page 136 STAT. 3) New water infrastructure.--The Secretary may permit the town of Granada, Colorado, to construct or install new water infrastructure, systems, or appurtenances-- (A) consistent with applicable laws; (B) limited to the areas determined to be necessary under paragraph (2); and (C) in a manner that ensures the preservation, protection, and proper management of the National Historic Site. ( Feb. 18, House concurred in Senate amendments.

[117th Congress Public Law 106] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 1121]] AMACHE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE ACT [[Page 136 STAT. 2) National historic site.--The term ``National Historic Site'' means the Amache National Historic Site established by section 3(a). ( c) Determination by the Secretary.--The National Historic Site shall not be established until the date on which the Secretary determines that a sufficient quantity of land or interests in land has been acquired to constitute a manageable park unit. ( e) Boundary; Map.-- (1) Boundary.--The boundary of the National Historic Site shall be as generally depicted on the Map. ( (f) Land Acquisition Authority.--The Secretary may acquire land or interests in land located within the boundary of the Camp Amache National Historic Landmark, as generally depicted on the Map, only by donation. ( 2) Management plan.-- (A) Deadline for completion.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are first made available to the Secretary for this purpose, the Secretary shall prepare a general management plan for the National Historic Site in accordance with section 100502 of title 54, United States Code. ( (j) <<NOTE: Contracts. k) Effect on Water Rights.--Except as provided for in subsection (l), nothing in this Act shall affect-- (1) the use, allocation, ownership, or control, in existence on the date of the enactment of any water, water right, or any other valid existing right; (2) any vested absolute or decreed conditional water right in existence on the date of the enactment; [[Page 136 STAT. (2) Determination.--The Secretary shall provide the town of Granada, Colorado, with access to those areas of the National Historic Site determined as necessary for the operation and maintenance of water infrastructure and appurtenances. ( LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--H.R. 2497: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- HOUSE REPORTS: No. 167 (2021): July 26, 29, considered and passed House.

[117th Congress Public Law 106] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 1121]] AMACHE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE ACT [[Page 136 STAT. a) Establishment.--Subject to subsection (c), there is established the Amache National Historic Site in the State of Colorado as a unit of the National Park System. ( c) Determination by the Secretary.--The National Historic Site shall not be established until the date on which the Secretary determines that a sufficient quantity of land or interests in land has been acquired to constitute a manageable park unit. ( 1123]] in the Federal Register notice of the establishment of the National Historic Site. ( e) Boundary; Map.-- (1) Boundary.--The boundary of the National Historic Site shall be as generally depicted on the Map. ( f) Land Acquisition Authority.--The Secretary may acquire land or interests in land located within the boundary of the Camp Amache National Historic Landmark, as generally depicted on the Map, only by donation. ( (k) Effect on Water Rights.--Except as provided for in subsection (l), nothing in this Act shall affect-- (1) the use, allocation, ownership, or control, in existence on the date of the enactment of any water, water right, or any other valid existing right; (2) any vested absolute or decreed conditional water right in existence on the date of the enactment; [[Page 136 STAT. 3) New water infrastructure.--The Secretary may permit the town of Granada, Colorado, to construct or install new water infrastructure, systems, or appurtenances-- (A) consistent with applicable laws; (B) limited to the areas determined to be necessary under paragraph (2); and (C) in a manner that ensures the preservation, protection, and proper management of the National Historic Site. ( Feb. 18, House concurred in Senate amendments.

[117th Congress Public Law 106] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 1121]] AMACHE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE ACT [[Page 136 STAT. 2) National historic site.--The term ``National Historic Site'' means the Amache National Historic Site established by section 3(a). ( c) Determination by the Secretary.--The National Historic Site shall not be established until the date on which the Secretary determines that a sufficient quantity of land or interests in land has been acquired to constitute a manageable park unit. ( e) Boundary; Map.-- (1) Boundary.--The boundary of the National Historic Site shall be as generally depicted on the Map. ( (f) Land Acquisition Authority.--The Secretary may acquire land or interests in land located within the boundary of the Camp Amache National Historic Landmark, as generally depicted on the Map, only by donation. ( 2) Management plan.-- (A) Deadline for completion.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are first made available to the Secretary for this purpose, the Secretary shall prepare a general management plan for the National Historic Site in accordance with section 100502 of title 54, United States Code. ( (j) <<NOTE: Contracts. k) Effect on Water Rights.--Except as provided for in subsection (l), nothing in this Act shall affect-- (1) the use, allocation, ownership, or control, in existence on the date of the enactment of any water, water right, or any other valid existing right; (2) any vested absolute or decreed conditional water right in existence on the date of the enactment; [[Page 136 STAT. (2) Determination.--The Secretary shall provide the town of Granada, Colorado, with access to those areas of the National Historic Site determined as necessary for the operation and maintenance of water infrastructure and appurtenances. ( LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--H.R. 2497: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- HOUSE REPORTS: No. 167 (2021): July 26, 29, considered and passed House.

H.R.8177

Families

Access to Foster Care to 21 Act This bill allows certain youth who have reached the age of 18 to voluntarily reenter foster care.

To extend child welfare support and services for youth under 21 years of age, and to allow youth to re-enter foster care after attaining 18 years of age without regard to the AFDC eligibility of their parents or legal guardians, 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 Foster Care to 21 Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. The Congress finds that each additional year in extended foster care has-- (1) significantly increased the probability that youth completed a high school credential by approximately 8 percent; (2) increased their expected probability of enrolling in college by between 10 percent and 11 percent; (3) increased the number of quarters that youth have been employed between their 18th and 21st birthdays; (4) increased the amount of money youth have had in bank accounts by an average of approximately $404; (5) increased the odds that youth have described a professional as a source of social support; (6) significantly decreased the amount of money youth have received in need-based public food assistance by an average of more than $700; (7) decreased the odds of having experienced an additional economic hardship between the ages of 17 and 21 by approximately 12 percent; (8) decreased the odds of being homeless or couch-surfing between the ages of 17 and 21 by approximately 28 percent; (9) decreased the odds that youth have become pregnant or impregnated a female between the ages of 17 and 21 by approximately 28 percent; and (10) decreased the odds that youth have been arrested between the ages of 17 and 21 by approximately 41 percent and decreased the odds that youth have been convicted of a crime during the same period by approximately 40 percent. SEC. 3. EXTENDED CHILD WELFARE SUPPORT AND SERVICES FOR YOUTH TRANSITIONING FROM FOSTER CARE. (a) In General.--Section 475(8) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 675(8)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``subparagraph (B)'' and inserting ``subparagraphs (B) and (C)''; (2) by striking subparagraph (B) and inserting the following: ``(B) At the option of the youth involved, the term shall include a youth who is in foster care under the responsibility of the State.''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(C) The term shall include a youth-- ``(i)(I) with respect to whom an adoption assistance agreement is in effect under section 473 if the youth had attained 16 years of age before the agreement became effective; or ``(II) with respect to whom a kinship guardianship assistance agreement is in effect under section 473(d) if the youth had attained 16 years of age before the agreement became effective; and ``(ii) who has not attained 19, 20, or 21 years of age, as the State may elect. ``(D) In this paragraph, the term `youth' means an individual-- ``(i) who has attained 18 years of age; and ``(ii) who has not attained 21 years of age.''. (b) Enforcement.--Section 474 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 674) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(h)(1) If the Secretary finds, as a result of a review conducted under section 1123A, or otherwise, that a State program operated under this part (other than under section 477) in a fiscal year has been operated using a definition of `child' that excludes any youth within the meaning of the applicable provisions of section 475(8), then, notwithstanding subsection (a) of this section and any regulations promulgated under section 1123A(b)(3), the Secretary shall assess a penalty against the State in an amount equal to not less than 1 percent and not more than 5 percent of the amount of the total amount otherwise payable to the State under this part (other than under section 477) for the fiscal year involved. ``(2) The Secretary shall assess penalties under this subsection based on the degree of noncompliance. ``(3)(A) Before imposing a penalty against a State under this subsection, the Secretary shall notify the State of the noncompliance and afford the State an opportunity to correct the noncompliance and prevent future noncompliance. ``(B) The Secretary may not impose a penalty against a State under this subsection with respect to any noncompliance covered by a corrective compliance plan agreed to by the State and the Secretary if the State corrects the noncompliance in accordance with the plan.''. SEC. 4. PROMOTING THE RE-ENTRY OF YOUTH INTO EXTENDED FOSTER CARE. (a) In General.--Section 471(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 671(a)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``and'' at the end of paragraph (36); (2) by adding ``and'' at the end of paragraph (37); and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(38) requires the State to-- ``(A) permit any youth who has attained 18 years of age and meets the requirements of section 475(8)(C) to voluntarily re-enter foster care; and ``(B) facilitate the voluntary return of any such youth to foster care.''. (b) Guidance and Technical Assistance.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall provide guidance and technical assistance to States on best practices for outreach to youth who have left foster care, and are otherwise eligible for re-entry into foster care. SEC. 5. IMPROVE OUTCOMES FOR TRANSITION-AGED YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULTS. Section 472(a)(1)(B) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 672(a)(1)(B)) is amended by inserting ``except in the case of a youth who has attained 18 years of age and meets the requirements of section 475(8)(C),'' before ``the child''. SEC. 6. EFFECTIVE DATE. (a) In General.--The amendments made by this Act shall take effect on the 1st day of the 1st fiscal year beginning on or after the date of the enactment of this Act, and shall apply to payments under part E of title IV of the Social Security Act for calendar quarters beginning on or after such date. (b) Delay Permitted if State Legislation Required.--If the Secretary of Health and Human Services determines that State legislation (other than legislation appropriating funds) is required in order for a State plan developed pursuant to part E of title IV of the Social Security Act to meet the additional requirements imposed by the amendments made by this Act, the plan shall not be regarded as failing to meet any of the additional requirements before the 1st day of the 1st calendar quarter beginning after the first regular session of the State legislature that begins after the date of the enactment of this Act. For purposes of the preceding sentence, if the State has a 2-year legislative session, each year of the session is deemed to be a separate regular session of the State legislature. <all>

Access to Foster Care to 21 Act

To extend child welfare support and services for youth under 21 years of age, and to allow youth to re-enter foster care after attaining 18 years of age without regard to the AFDC eligibility of their parents or legal guardians, and for other purposes.

Access to Foster Care to 21 Act

Rep. Chu, Judy

D

CA

This bill allows certain youth who have reached the age of 18 to voluntarily reenter foster care.

SHORT TITLE. 2. The Congress finds that each additional year in extended foster care has-- (1) significantly increased the probability that youth completed a high school credential by approximately 8 percent; (2) increased their expected probability of enrolling in college by between 10 percent and 11 percent; (3) increased the number of quarters that youth have been employed between their 18th and 21st birthdays; (4) increased the amount of money youth have had in bank accounts by an average of approximately $404; (5) increased the odds that youth have described a professional as a source of social support; (6) significantly decreased the amount of money youth have received in need-based public food assistance by an average of more than $700; (7) decreased the odds of having experienced an additional economic hardship between the ages of 17 and 21 by approximately 12 percent; (8) decreased the odds of being homeless or couch-surfing between the ages of 17 and 21 by approximately 28 percent; (9) decreased the odds that youth have become pregnant or impregnated a female between the ages of 17 and 21 by approximately 28 percent; and (10) decreased the odds that youth have been arrested between the ages of 17 and 21 by approximately 41 percent and decreased the odds that youth have been convicted of a crime during the same period by approximately 40 percent. ``(D) In this paragraph, the term `youth' means an individual-- ``(i) who has attained 18 years of age; and ``(ii) who has not attained 21 years of age.''. ``(3)(A) Before imposing a penalty against a State under this subsection, the Secretary shall notify the State of the noncompliance and afford the State an opportunity to correct the noncompliance and prevent future noncompliance. PROMOTING THE RE-ENTRY OF YOUTH INTO EXTENDED FOSTER CARE. 5. Section 472(a)(1)(B) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. SEC. EFFECTIVE DATE. (b) Delay Permitted if State Legislation Required.--If the Secretary of Health and Human Services determines that State legislation (other than legislation appropriating funds) is required in order for a State plan developed pursuant to part E of title IV of the Social Security Act to meet the additional requirements imposed by the amendments made by this Act, the plan shall not be regarded as failing to meet any of the additional requirements before the 1st day of the 1st calendar quarter beginning after the first regular session of the State legislature that begins after the date of the enactment of this Act.

SHORT TITLE. 2. The Congress finds that each additional year in extended foster care has-- (1) significantly increased the probability that youth completed a high school credential by approximately 8 percent; (2) increased their expected probability of enrolling in college by between 10 percent and 11 percent; (3) increased the number of quarters that youth have been employed between their 18th and 21st birthdays; (4) increased the amount of money youth have had in bank accounts by an average of approximately $404; (5) increased the odds that youth have described a professional as a source of social support; (6) significantly decreased the amount of money youth have received in need-based public food assistance by an average of more than $700; (7) decreased the odds of having experienced an additional economic hardship between the ages of 17 and 21 by approximately 12 percent; (8) decreased the odds of being homeless or couch-surfing between the ages of 17 and 21 by approximately 28 percent; (9) decreased the odds that youth have become pregnant or impregnated a female between the ages of 17 and 21 by approximately 28 percent; and (10) decreased the odds that youth have been arrested between the ages of 17 and 21 by approximately 41 percent and decreased the odds that youth have been convicted of a crime during the same period by approximately 40 percent. ``(D) In this paragraph, the term `youth' means an individual-- ``(i) who has attained 18 years of age; and ``(ii) who has not attained 21 years of age.''. ``(3)(A) Before imposing a penalty against a State under this subsection, the Secretary shall notify the State of the noncompliance and afford the State an opportunity to correct the noncompliance and prevent future noncompliance. PROMOTING THE RE-ENTRY OF YOUTH INTO EXTENDED FOSTER CARE. 5. Section 472(a)(1)(B) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. SEC. EFFECTIVE DATE.

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 that each additional year in extended foster care has-- (1) significantly increased the probability that youth completed a high school credential by approximately 8 percent; (2) increased their expected probability of enrolling in college by between 10 percent and 11 percent; (3) increased the number of quarters that youth have been employed between their 18th and 21st birthdays; (4) increased the amount of money youth have had in bank accounts by an average of approximately $404; (5) increased the odds that youth have described a professional as a source of social support; (6) significantly decreased the amount of money youth have received in need-based public food assistance by an average of more than $700; (7) decreased the odds of having experienced an additional economic hardship between the ages of 17 and 21 by approximately 12 percent; (8) decreased the odds of being homeless or couch-surfing between the ages of 17 and 21 by approximately 28 percent; (9) decreased the odds that youth have become pregnant or impregnated a female between the ages of 17 and 21 by approximately 28 percent; and (10) decreased the odds that youth have been arrested between the ages of 17 and 21 by approximately 41 percent and decreased the odds that youth have been convicted of a crime during the same period by approximately 40 percent. ''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(C) The term shall include a youth-- ``(i)(I) with respect to whom an adoption assistance agreement is in effect under section 473 if the youth had attained 16 years of age before the agreement became effective; or ``(II) with respect to whom a kinship guardianship assistance agreement is in effect under section 473(d) if the youth had attained 16 years of age before the agreement became effective; and ``(ii) who has not attained 19, 20, or 21 years of age, as the State may elect. ``(D) In this paragraph, the term `youth' means an individual-- ``(i) who has attained 18 years of age; and ``(ii) who has not attained 21 years of age.''. 674) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(h)(1) If the Secretary finds, as a result of a review conducted under section 1123A, or otherwise, that a State program operated under this part (other than under section 477) in a fiscal year has been operated using a definition of `child' that excludes any youth within the meaning of the applicable provisions of section 475(8), then, notwithstanding subsection (a) of this section and any regulations promulgated under section 1123A(b)(3), the Secretary shall assess a penalty against the State in an amount equal to not less than 1 percent and not more than 5 percent of the amount of the total amount otherwise payable to the State under this part (other than under section 477) for the fiscal year involved. ``(3)(A) Before imposing a penalty against a State under this subsection, the Secretary shall notify the State of the noncompliance and afford the State an opportunity to correct the noncompliance and prevent future noncompliance. PROMOTING THE RE-ENTRY OF YOUTH INTO EXTENDED FOSTER CARE. 5. IMPROVE OUTCOMES FOR TRANSITION-AGED YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULTS. Section 472(a)(1)(B) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 672(a)(1)(B)) is amended by inserting ``except in the case of a youth who has attained 18 years of age and meets the requirements of section 475(8)(C),'' before ``the child''. SEC. EFFECTIVE DATE. (b) Delay Permitted if State Legislation Required.--If the Secretary of Health and Human Services determines that State legislation (other than legislation appropriating funds) is required in order for a State plan developed pursuant to part E of title IV of the Social Security Act to meet the additional requirements imposed by the amendments made by this Act, the plan shall not be regarded as failing to meet any of the additional requirements before the 1st day of the 1st calendar quarter beginning after the first regular session of the State legislature that begins after the date of the enactment of this Act.

To extend child welfare support and services for youth under 21 years of age, and to allow youth to re-enter foster care after attaining 18 years of age without regard to the AFDC eligibility of their parents or legal guardians, 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 Foster Care to 21 Act''. 2. FINDINGS. The Congress finds that each additional year in extended foster care has-- (1) significantly increased the probability that youth completed a high school credential by approximately 8 percent; (2) increased their expected probability of enrolling in college by between 10 percent and 11 percent; (3) increased the number of quarters that youth have been employed between their 18th and 21st birthdays; (4) increased the amount of money youth have had in bank accounts by an average of approximately $404; (5) increased the odds that youth have described a professional as a source of social support; (6) significantly decreased the amount of money youth have received in need-based public food assistance by an average of more than $700; (7) decreased the odds of having experienced an additional economic hardship between the ages of 17 and 21 by approximately 12 percent; (8) decreased the odds of being homeless or couch-surfing between the ages of 17 and 21 by approximately 28 percent; (9) decreased the odds that youth have become pregnant or impregnated a female between the ages of 17 and 21 by approximately 28 percent; and (10) decreased the odds that youth have been arrested between the ages of 17 and 21 by approximately 41 percent and decreased the odds that youth have been convicted of a crime during the same period by approximately 40 percent. 675(8)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``subparagraph (B)'' and inserting ``subparagraphs (B) and (C)''; (2) by striking subparagraph (B) and inserting the following: ``(B) At the option of the youth involved, the term shall include a youth who is in foster care under the responsibility of the State. ''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(C) The term shall include a youth-- ``(i)(I) with respect to whom an adoption assistance agreement is in effect under section 473 if the youth had attained 16 years of age before the agreement became effective; or ``(II) with respect to whom a kinship guardianship assistance agreement is in effect under section 473(d) if the youth had attained 16 years of age before the agreement became effective; and ``(ii) who has not attained 19, 20, or 21 years of age, as the State may elect. ``(D) In this paragraph, the term `youth' means an individual-- ``(i) who has attained 18 years of age; and ``(ii) who has not attained 21 years of age.''. (b) Enforcement.--Section 474 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 674) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(h)(1) If the Secretary finds, as a result of a review conducted under section 1123A, or otherwise, that a State program operated under this part (other than under section 477) in a fiscal year has been operated using a definition of `child' that excludes any youth within the meaning of the applicable provisions of section 475(8), then, notwithstanding subsection (a) of this section and any regulations promulgated under section 1123A(b)(3), the Secretary shall assess a penalty against the State in an amount equal to not less than 1 percent and not more than 5 percent of the amount of the total amount otherwise payable to the State under this part (other than under section 477) for the fiscal year involved. ``(3)(A) Before imposing a penalty against a State under this subsection, the Secretary shall notify the State of the noncompliance and afford the State an opportunity to correct the noncompliance and prevent future noncompliance. ``(B) The Secretary may not impose a penalty against a State under this subsection with respect to any noncompliance covered by a corrective compliance plan agreed to by the State and the Secretary if the State corrects the noncompliance in accordance with the plan.''. PROMOTING THE RE-ENTRY OF YOUTH INTO EXTENDED FOSTER CARE. (a) In General.--Section 471(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. (b) Guidance and Technical Assistance.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall provide guidance and technical assistance to States on best practices for outreach to youth who have left foster care, and are otherwise eligible for re-entry into foster care. 5. IMPROVE OUTCOMES FOR TRANSITION-AGED YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULTS. Section 472(a)(1)(B) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 672(a)(1)(B)) is amended by inserting ``except in the case of a youth who has attained 18 years of age and meets the requirements of section 475(8)(C),'' before ``the child''. SEC. EFFECTIVE DATE. (b) Delay Permitted if State Legislation Required.--If the Secretary of Health and Human Services determines that State legislation (other than legislation appropriating funds) is required in order for a State plan developed pursuant to part E of title IV of the Social Security Act to meet the additional requirements imposed by the amendments made by this Act, the plan shall not be regarded as failing to meet any of the additional requirements before the 1st day of the 1st calendar quarter beginning after the first regular session of the State legislature that begins after the date of the enactment of this Act. For purposes of the preceding sentence, if the State has a 2-year legislative session, each year of the session is deemed to be a separate regular session of the State legislature.

To extend child welfare support and services for youth under 21 years of age, and to allow youth to re-enter foster care after attaining 18 years of age without regard to the AFDC eligibility of their parents or legal guardians, 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. EXTENDED CHILD WELFARE SUPPORT AND SERVICES FOR YOUTH TRANSITIONING FROM FOSTER CARE. (a) In General.--Section 475(8) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 675(8)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``subparagraph (B)'' and inserting ``subparagraphs (B) and (C)''; (2) by striking subparagraph (B) and inserting the following: ``(B) At the option of the youth involved, the term shall include a youth who is in foster care under the responsibility of the State. ''; ``(D) In this paragraph, the term `youth' means an individual-- ``(i) who has attained 18 years of age; and ``(ii) who has not attained 21 years of age.''. ( ``(2) The Secretary shall assess penalties under this subsection based on the degree of noncompliance. ``(3)(A) Before imposing a penalty against a State under this subsection, the Secretary shall notify the State of the noncompliance and afford the State an opportunity to correct the noncompliance and prevent future noncompliance. (a) In General.--Section 471(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 671(a)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``and'' at the end of paragraph (36); (2) by adding ``and'' at the end of paragraph (37); and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(38) requires the State to-- ``(A) permit any youth who has attained 18 years of age and meets the requirements of section 475(8)(C) to voluntarily re-enter foster care; and ``(B) facilitate the voluntary return of any such youth to foster care.''. ( b) Guidance and Technical Assistance.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall provide guidance and technical assistance to States on best practices for outreach to youth who have left foster care, and are otherwise eligible for re-entry into foster care. (a) In General.--The amendments made by this Act shall take effect on the 1st day of the 1st fiscal year beginning on or after the date of the enactment of this Act, and shall apply to payments under part E of title IV of the Social Security Act for calendar quarters beginning on or after such date. ( For purposes of the preceding sentence, if the State has a 2-year legislative session, each year of the session is deemed to be a separate regular session of the State legislature.

To extend child welfare support and services for youth under 21 years of age, and to allow youth to re-enter foster care after attaining 18 years of age without regard to the AFDC eligibility of their parents or legal guardians, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 475(8) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 675(8)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``subparagraph (B)'' and inserting ``subparagraphs (B) and (C)''; (2) by striking subparagraph (B) and inserting the following: ``(B) At the option of the youth involved, the term shall include a youth who is in foster care under the responsibility of the State. ''; ``(3)(A) Before imposing a penalty against a State under this subsection, the Secretary shall notify the State of the noncompliance and afford the State an opportunity to correct the noncompliance and prevent future noncompliance. ``(B) The Secretary may not impose a penalty against a State under this subsection with respect to any noncompliance covered by a corrective compliance plan agreed to by the State and the Secretary if the State corrects the noncompliance in accordance with the plan.''. a) In General.--Section 471(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 671(a)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``and'' at the end of paragraph (36); (2) by adding ``and'' at the end of paragraph (37); and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(38) requires the State to-- ``(A) permit any youth who has attained 18 years of age and meets the requirements of section 475(8)(C) to voluntarily re-enter foster care; and ``(B) facilitate the voluntary return of any such youth to foster care.''. ( For purposes of the preceding sentence, if the State has a 2-year legislative session, each year of the session is deemed to be a separate regular session of the State legislature.

To extend child welfare support and services for youth under 21 years of age, and to allow youth to re-enter foster care after attaining 18 years of age without regard to the AFDC eligibility of their parents or legal guardians, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 475(8) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 675(8)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``subparagraph (B)'' and inserting ``subparagraphs (B) and (C)''; (2) by striking subparagraph (B) and inserting the following: ``(B) At the option of the youth involved, the term shall include a youth who is in foster care under the responsibility of the State. ''; ``(3)(A) Before imposing a penalty against a State under this subsection, the Secretary shall notify the State of the noncompliance and afford the State an opportunity to correct the noncompliance and prevent future noncompliance. ``(B) The Secretary may not impose a penalty against a State under this subsection with respect to any noncompliance covered by a corrective compliance plan agreed to by the State and the Secretary if the State corrects the noncompliance in accordance with the plan.''. a) In General.--Section 471(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 671(a)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``and'' at the end of paragraph (36); (2) by adding ``and'' at the end of paragraph (37); and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(38) requires the State to-- ``(A) permit any youth who has attained 18 years of age and meets the requirements of section 475(8)(C) to voluntarily re-enter foster care; and ``(B) facilitate the voluntary return of any such youth to foster care.''. ( For purposes of the preceding sentence, if the State has a 2-year legislative session, each year of the session is deemed to be a separate regular session of the State legislature.

To extend child welfare support and services for youth under 21 years of age, and to allow youth to re-enter foster care after attaining 18 years of age without regard to the AFDC eligibility of their parents or legal guardians, 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. EXTENDED CHILD WELFARE SUPPORT AND SERVICES FOR YOUTH TRANSITIONING FROM FOSTER CARE. (a) In General.--Section 475(8) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 675(8)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``subparagraph (B)'' and inserting ``subparagraphs (B) and (C)''; (2) by striking subparagraph (B) and inserting the following: ``(B) At the option of the youth involved, the term shall include a youth who is in foster care under the responsibility of the State. ''; ``(D) In this paragraph, the term `youth' means an individual-- ``(i) who has attained 18 years of age; and ``(ii) who has not attained 21 years of age.''. ( ``(2) The Secretary shall assess penalties under this subsection based on the degree of noncompliance. ``(3)(A) Before imposing a penalty against a State under this subsection, the Secretary shall notify the State of the noncompliance and afford the State an opportunity to correct the noncompliance and prevent future noncompliance. (a) In General.--Section 471(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 671(a)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``and'' at the end of paragraph (36); (2) by adding ``and'' at the end of paragraph (37); and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(38) requires the State to-- ``(A) permit any youth who has attained 18 years of age and meets the requirements of section 475(8)(C) to voluntarily re-enter foster care; and ``(B) facilitate the voluntary return of any such youth to foster care.''. ( b) Guidance and Technical Assistance.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall provide guidance and technical assistance to States on best practices for outreach to youth who have left foster care, and are otherwise eligible for re-entry into foster care. (a) In General.--The amendments made by this Act shall take effect on the 1st day of the 1st fiscal year beginning on or after the date of the enactment of this Act, and shall apply to payments under part E of title IV of the Social Security Act for calendar quarters beginning on or after such date. ( For purposes of the preceding sentence, if the State has a 2-year legislative session, each year of the session is deemed to be a separate regular session of the State legislature.

To extend child welfare support and services for youth under 21 years of age, and to allow youth to re-enter foster care after attaining 18 years of age without regard to the AFDC eligibility of their parents or legal guardians, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 475(8) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 675(8)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``subparagraph (B)'' and inserting ``subparagraphs (B) and (C)''; (2) by striking subparagraph (B) and inserting the following: ``(B) At the option of the youth involved, the term shall include a youth who is in foster care under the responsibility of the State. ''; ``(3)(A) Before imposing a penalty against a State under this subsection, the Secretary shall notify the State of the noncompliance and afford the State an opportunity to correct the noncompliance and prevent future noncompliance. ``(B) The Secretary may not impose a penalty against a State under this subsection with respect to any noncompliance covered by a corrective compliance plan agreed to by the State and the Secretary if the State corrects the noncompliance in accordance with the plan.''. a) In General.--Section 471(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 671(a)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``and'' at the end of paragraph (36); (2) by adding ``and'' at the end of paragraph (37); and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(38) requires the State to-- ``(A) permit any youth who has attained 18 years of age and meets the requirements of section 475(8)(C) to voluntarily re-enter foster care; and ``(B) facilitate the voluntary return of any such youth to foster care.''. ( For purposes of the preceding sentence, if the State has a 2-year legislative session, each year of the session is deemed to be a separate regular session of the State legislature.

To extend child welfare support and services for youth under 21 years of age, and to allow youth to re-enter foster care after attaining 18 years of age without regard to the AFDC eligibility of their parents or legal guardians, 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. EXTENDED CHILD WELFARE SUPPORT AND SERVICES FOR YOUTH TRANSITIONING FROM FOSTER CARE. (a) In General.--Section 475(8) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 675(8)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``subparagraph (B)'' and inserting ``subparagraphs (B) and (C)''; (2) by striking subparagraph (B) and inserting the following: ``(B) At the option of the youth involved, the term shall include a youth who is in foster care under the responsibility of the State. ''; ``(D) In this paragraph, the term `youth' means an individual-- ``(i) who has attained 18 years of age; and ``(ii) who has not attained 21 years of age.''. ( ``(2) The Secretary shall assess penalties under this subsection based on the degree of noncompliance. ``(3)(A) Before imposing a penalty against a State under this subsection, the Secretary shall notify the State of the noncompliance and afford the State an opportunity to correct the noncompliance and prevent future noncompliance. (a) In General.--Section 471(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 671(a)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``and'' at the end of paragraph (36); (2) by adding ``and'' at the end of paragraph (37); and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(38) requires the State to-- ``(A) permit any youth who has attained 18 years of age and meets the requirements of section 475(8)(C) to voluntarily re-enter foster care; and ``(B) facilitate the voluntary return of any such youth to foster care.''. ( b) Guidance and Technical Assistance.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall provide guidance and technical assistance to States on best practices for outreach to youth who have left foster care, and are otherwise eligible for re-entry into foster care. (a) In General.--The amendments made by this Act shall take effect on the 1st day of the 1st fiscal year beginning on or after the date of the enactment of this Act, and shall apply to payments under part E of title IV of the Social Security Act for calendar quarters beginning on or after such date. ( For purposes of the preceding sentence, if the State has a 2-year legislative session, each year of the session is deemed to be a separate regular session of the State legislature.

To extend child welfare support and services for youth under 21 years of age, and to allow youth to re-enter foster care after attaining 18 years of age without regard to the AFDC eligibility of their parents or legal guardians, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 475(8) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 675(8)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``subparagraph (B)'' and inserting ``subparagraphs (B) and (C)''; (2) by striking subparagraph (B) and inserting the following: ``(B) At the option of the youth involved, the term shall include a youth who is in foster care under the responsibility of the State. ''; ``(3)(A) Before imposing a penalty against a State under this subsection, the Secretary shall notify the State of the noncompliance and afford the State an opportunity to correct the noncompliance and prevent future noncompliance. ``(B) The Secretary may not impose a penalty against a State under this subsection with respect to any noncompliance covered by a corrective compliance plan agreed to by the State and the Secretary if the State corrects the noncompliance in accordance with the plan.''. a) In General.--Section 471(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 671(a)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``and'' at the end of paragraph (36); (2) by adding ``and'' at the end of paragraph (37); and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(38) requires the State to-- ``(A) permit any youth who has attained 18 years of age and meets the requirements of section 475(8)(C) to voluntarily re-enter foster care; and ``(B) facilitate the voluntary return of any such youth to foster care.''. ( For purposes of the preceding sentence, if the State has a 2-year legislative session, each year of the session is deemed to be a separate regular session of the State legislature.

To extend child welfare support and services for youth under 21 years of age, and to allow youth to re-enter foster care after attaining 18 years of age without regard to the AFDC eligibility of their parents or legal guardians, 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. EXTENDED CHILD WELFARE SUPPORT AND SERVICES FOR YOUTH TRANSITIONING FROM FOSTER CARE. (a) In General.--Section 475(8) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 675(8)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``subparagraph (B)'' and inserting ``subparagraphs (B) and (C)''; (2) by striking subparagraph (B) and inserting the following: ``(B) At the option of the youth involved, the term shall include a youth who is in foster care under the responsibility of the State. ''; ``(D) In this paragraph, the term `youth' means an individual-- ``(i) who has attained 18 years of age; and ``(ii) who has not attained 21 years of age.''. ( ``(2) The Secretary shall assess penalties under this subsection based on the degree of noncompliance. ``(3)(A) Before imposing a penalty against a State under this subsection, the Secretary shall notify the State of the noncompliance and afford the State an opportunity to correct the noncompliance and prevent future noncompliance. (a) In General.--Section 471(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 671(a)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``and'' at the end of paragraph (36); (2) by adding ``and'' at the end of paragraph (37); and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(38) requires the State to-- ``(A) permit any youth who has attained 18 years of age and meets the requirements of section 475(8)(C) to voluntarily re-enter foster care; and ``(B) facilitate the voluntary return of any such youth to foster care.''. ( b) Guidance and Technical Assistance.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall provide guidance and technical assistance to States on best practices for outreach to youth who have left foster care, and are otherwise eligible for re-entry into foster care. (a) In General.--The amendments made by this Act shall take effect on the 1st day of the 1st fiscal year beginning on or after the date of the enactment of this Act, and shall apply to payments under part E of title IV of the Social Security Act for calendar quarters beginning on or after such date. ( For purposes of the preceding sentence, if the State has a 2-year legislative session, each year of the session is deemed to be a separate regular session of the State legislature.

To extend child welfare support and services for youth under 21 years of age, and to allow youth to re-enter foster care after attaining 18 years of age without regard to the AFDC eligibility of their parents or legal guardians, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 475(8) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 675(8)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``subparagraph (B)'' and inserting ``subparagraphs (B) and (C)''; (2) by striking subparagraph (B) and inserting the following: ``(B) At the option of the youth involved, the term shall include a youth who is in foster care under the responsibility of the State. ''; ``(3)(A) Before imposing a penalty against a State under this subsection, the Secretary shall notify the State of the noncompliance and afford the State an opportunity to correct the noncompliance and prevent future noncompliance. ``(B) The Secretary may not impose a penalty against a State under this subsection with respect to any noncompliance covered by a corrective compliance plan agreed to by the State and the Secretary if the State corrects the noncompliance in accordance with the plan.''. a) In General.--Section 471(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 671(a)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``and'' at the end of paragraph (36); (2) by adding ``and'' at the end of paragraph (37); and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(38) requires the State to-- ``(A) permit any youth who has attained 18 years of age and meets the requirements of section 475(8)(C) to voluntarily re-enter foster care; and ``(B) facilitate the voluntary return of any such youth to foster care.''. ( For purposes of the preceding sentence, if the State has a 2-year legislative session, each year of the session is deemed to be a separate regular session of the State legislature.

To extend child welfare support and services for youth under 21 years of age, and to allow youth to re-enter foster care after attaining 18 years of age without regard to the AFDC eligibility of their parents or legal guardians, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 475(8) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 675(8)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``subparagraph (B)'' and inserting ``subparagraphs (B) and (C)''; (2) by striking subparagraph (B) and inserting the following: ``(B) At the option of the youth involved, the term shall include a youth who is in foster care under the responsibility of the State. ''; 671(a)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``and'' at the end of paragraph (36); (2) by adding ``and'' at the end of paragraph (37); and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(38) requires the State to-- ``(A) permit any youth who has attained 18 years of age and meets the requirements of section 475(8)(C) to voluntarily re-enter foster care; and ``(B) facilitate the voluntary return of any such youth to foster care.''. ( a) In General.--The amendments made by this Act shall take effect on the 1st day of the 1st fiscal year beginning on or after the date of the enactment of this Act, and shall apply to payments under part E of title IV of the Social Security Act for calendar quarters beginning on or after such date. (

H.R.7574

Armed Forces and National Security

Defense Budget Transparency Act of 2022 This bill requires research and specified action related to pass-through budgeting for military departments. Pass-through budgeting refers to the practice by which certain funds allocated for a military department are subject to the authority of other departments and agencies of the federal government but are included in the overall budget of the military department despite the department's lack of authority over the funds. Specifically, the bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to seek to enter a contract with an independent research organization to conduct a study on the effects of pass-through budgeting on the Department of the Air Force and other DOD organizations and elements. For each fiscal year beginning with FY2024, the budget justification materials submitted in support of the DOD budget must include separate line items for each military department to clearly identify any amounts requested that are subject to pass-through budgeting.

To require an independent study and report on the effect of pass- through budgeting on the Department of the Air Force, 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 ``Defense Budget Transparency Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. STUDY AND REPORT ON PASS-THROUGH BUDGETING. (a) Study Required.--The Secretary of Defense shall seek to enter into an contract or other agreement with an independent research organization pursuant to which the organization will conduct a study on the effects of pass-through budgeting on the Department of the Air Force and other organizations and elements of the Department of Defense. (b) Elements.--The study under subsection (a) shall include the following: (1) For the period from fiscal year 2001 through fiscal year 2021-- (A) the total amount of funds requested by each military department (as set forth in the budget of the President for each such fiscal year as submitted to Congress pursuant to section 1105(a) of title 31, United States Code), not including amounts subject to pass-through budgeting; and (B) the total amount of funds appropriated to each military department, not including amounts subject to pass-through budgeting. (2) For the period covered by the most recent future-years defense program submitted to Congress under section 221 of title 10, United States Code, an analysis of the positive and negative effects of pass-through budgeting on-- (A) the budget of the Department of the Air Force; and (B) the budgets of other military departments, including the Armed Forces. (3) A determination as to whether pass-through budgeting creates an inaccurate impression among members of the public, Congress, and policy makers concerning-- (A) the actual level of funding allocated to the Department of the Air Force over which it has spending authority; and (B) the actual level of funding allocated to Defense-wide accounts. (4) A determination as to whether any inaccurate impressions identified under paragraph (2) are detrimental to the mission of the Department of the Air Force. (5) A recommendation as to whether the funds included in the budget of the Department of the Air Force that are subject to pass-through budgeting should instead be included in a separate accounting line within that budget or allocated to another Defense-wide account. (c) Report.--Not later than February 15, 2023, the Secretary of Defense shall-- (1) submit to the congressional defense committees a report on the results of the study conducted under subsection (a); and (2) make such report available on a publicly accessible website of the Department of Defense. (d) Form of Report.--The report required under subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form but may include a classified annex. Any classified annex included with such report shall not be subject to disclosure under subsection (c)(2). SEC. 3. IDENTIFICATION OF FUNDS SUBJECT TO PASS-THROUGH BUDGETING IN ANNUAL BUDGET REQUESTS. Beginning with fiscal year 2024, in the budget justification materials submitted to Congress in support of the Department of Defense budget for each fiscal year (as submitted with the budget of the President under section 1105(a) of title 31), the amount requested for each military department shall include a separate line item that clearly identifies any amounts requested for such department that are subject to pass-through budgeting. SEC. 4. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) The term ``independent research organization'' means an organization outside the Federal Government that is not a federally funded research and development center. (2) The term ``pass-through budgeting'' means the practice by which certain funds allocated for a military department are subject to the authority of other departments and agencies of the Federal Government but are included in the overall budget of the military department despite that department's lack of authority over such funds. <all>

Defense Budget Transparency Act of 2022

To require an independent study and report on the effect of pass-through budgeting on the Department of the Air Force, and for other purposes.

Defense Budget Transparency Act of 2022

Rep. Bacon, Don

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This bill requires research and specified action related to pass-through budgeting for military departments. Pass-through budgeting refers to the practice by which certain funds allocated for a military department are subject to the authority of other departments and agencies of the federal government but are included in the overall budget of the military department despite the department's lack of authority over the funds. Specifically, the bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to seek to enter a contract with an independent research organization to conduct a study on the effects of pass-through budgeting on the Department of the Air Force and other DOD organizations and elements. For each fiscal year beginning with FY2024, the budget justification materials submitted in support of the DOD budget must include separate line items for each military department to clearly identify any amounts requested that are subject to pass-through budgeting.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Defense Budget Transparency Act of 2022''. 2. STUDY AND REPORT ON PASS-THROUGH BUDGETING. (a) Study Required.--The Secretary of Defense shall seek to enter into an contract or other agreement with an independent research organization pursuant to which the organization will conduct a study on the effects of pass-through budgeting on the Department of the Air Force and other organizations and elements of the Department of Defense. (b) Elements.--The study under subsection (a) shall include the following: (1) For the period from fiscal year 2001 through fiscal year 2021-- (A) the total amount of funds requested by each military department (as set forth in the budget of the President for each such fiscal year as submitted to Congress pursuant to section 1105(a) of title 31, United States Code), not including amounts subject to pass-through budgeting; and (B) the total amount of funds appropriated to each military department, not including amounts subject to pass-through budgeting. (3) A determination as to whether pass-through budgeting creates an inaccurate impression among members of the public, Congress, and policy makers concerning-- (A) the actual level of funding allocated to the Department of the Air Force over which it has spending authority; and (B) the actual level of funding allocated to Defense-wide accounts. (4) A determination as to whether any inaccurate impressions identified under paragraph (2) are detrimental to the mission of the Department of the Air Force. (5) A recommendation as to whether the funds included in the budget of the Department of the Air Force that are subject to pass-through budgeting should instead be included in a separate accounting line within that budget or allocated to another Defense-wide account. (c) Report.--Not later than February 15, 2023, the Secretary of Defense shall-- (1) submit to the congressional defense committees a report on the results of the study conducted under subsection (a); and (2) make such report available on a publicly accessible website of the Department of Defense. (d) Form of Report.--The report required under subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form but may include a classified annex. 3. IDENTIFICATION OF FUNDS SUBJECT TO PASS-THROUGH BUDGETING IN ANNUAL BUDGET REQUESTS. SEC. 4. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) The term ``independent research organization'' means an organization outside the Federal Government that is not a federally funded research and development center. (2) The term ``pass-through budgeting'' means the practice by which certain funds allocated for a military department are subject to the authority of other departments and agencies of the Federal Government but are included in the overall budget of the military department despite that department's lack of authority over such funds.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Defense Budget Transparency Act of 2022''. 2. STUDY AND REPORT ON PASS-THROUGH BUDGETING. (a) Study Required.--The Secretary of Defense shall seek to enter into an contract or other agreement with an independent research organization pursuant to which the organization will conduct a study on the effects of pass-through budgeting on the Department of the Air Force and other organizations and elements of the Department of Defense. (b) Elements.--The study under subsection (a) shall include the following: (1) For the period from fiscal year 2001 through fiscal year 2021-- (A) the total amount of funds requested by each military department (as set forth in the budget of the President for each such fiscal year as submitted to Congress pursuant to section 1105(a) of title 31, United States Code), not including amounts subject to pass-through budgeting; and (B) the total amount of funds appropriated to each military department, not including amounts subject to pass-through budgeting. (3) A determination as to whether pass-through budgeting creates an inaccurate impression among members of the public, Congress, and policy makers concerning-- (A) the actual level of funding allocated to the Department of the Air Force over which it has spending authority; and (B) the actual level of funding allocated to Defense-wide accounts. (c) Report.--Not later than February 15, 2023, the Secretary of Defense shall-- (1) submit to the congressional defense committees a report on the results of the study conducted under subsection (a); and (2) make such report available on a publicly accessible website of the Department of Defense. (d) Form of Report.--The report required under subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form but may include a classified annex. 3. SEC. 4. DEFINITIONS. (2) The term ``pass-through budgeting'' means the practice by which certain funds allocated for a military department are subject to the authority of other departments and agencies of the Federal Government but are included in the overall budget of the military department despite that department's lack of authority over such funds.

To require an independent study and report on the effect of pass- through budgeting on the Department of the Air Force, 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 ``Defense Budget Transparency Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. STUDY AND REPORT ON PASS-THROUGH BUDGETING. (a) Study Required.--The Secretary of Defense shall seek to enter into an contract or other agreement with an independent research organization pursuant to which the organization will conduct a study on the effects of pass-through budgeting on the Department of the Air Force and other organizations and elements of the Department of Defense. (b) Elements.--The study under subsection (a) shall include the following: (1) For the period from fiscal year 2001 through fiscal year 2021-- (A) the total amount of funds requested by each military department (as set forth in the budget of the President for each such fiscal year as submitted to Congress pursuant to section 1105(a) of title 31, United States Code), not including amounts subject to pass-through budgeting; and (B) the total amount of funds appropriated to each military department, not including amounts subject to pass-through budgeting. (2) For the period covered by the most recent future-years defense program submitted to Congress under section 221 of title 10, United States Code, an analysis of the positive and negative effects of pass-through budgeting on-- (A) the budget of the Department of the Air Force; and (B) the budgets of other military departments, including the Armed Forces. (3) A determination as to whether pass-through budgeting creates an inaccurate impression among members of the public, Congress, and policy makers concerning-- (A) the actual level of funding allocated to the Department of the Air Force over which it has spending authority; and (B) the actual level of funding allocated to Defense-wide accounts. (4) A determination as to whether any inaccurate impressions identified under paragraph (2) are detrimental to the mission of the Department of the Air Force. (5) A recommendation as to whether the funds included in the budget of the Department of the Air Force that are subject to pass-through budgeting should instead be included in a separate accounting line within that budget or allocated to another Defense-wide account. (c) Report.--Not later than February 15, 2023, the Secretary of Defense shall-- (1) submit to the congressional defense committees a report on the results of the study conducted under subsection (a); and (2) make such report available on a publicly accessible website of the Department of Defense. (d) Form of Report.--The report required under subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form but may include a classified annex. Any classified annex included with such report shall not be subject to disclosure under subsection (c)(2). SEC. 3. IDENTIFICATION OF FUNDS SUBJECT TO PASS-THROUGH BUDGETING IN ANNUAL BUDGET REQUESTS. Beginning with fiscal year 2024, in the budget justification materials submitted to Congress in support of the Department of Defense budget for each fiscal year (as submitted with the budget of the President under section 1105(a) of title 31), the amount requested for each military department shall include a separate line item that clearly identifies any amounts requested for such department that are subject to pass-through budgeting. SEC. 4. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) The term ``independent research organization'' means an organization outside the Federal Government that is not a federally funded research and development center. (2) The term ``pass-through budgeting'' means the practice by which certain funds allocated for a military department are subject to the authority of other departments and agencies of the Federal Government but are included in the overall budget of the military department despite that department's lack of authority over such funds. <all>

To require an independent study and report on the effect of pass- through budgeting on the Department of the Air Force, 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 ``Defense Budget Transparency Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. STUDY AND REPORT ON PASS-THROUGH BUDGETING. (a) Study Required.--The Secretary of Defense shall seek to enter into an contract or other agreement with an independent research organization pursuant to which the organization will conduct a study on the effects of pass-through budgeting on the Department of the Air Force and other organizations and elements of the Department of Defense. (b) Elements.--The study under subsection (a) shall include the following: (1) For the period from fiscal year 2001 through fiscal year 2021-- (A) the total amount of funds requested by each military department (as set forth in the budget of the President for each such fiscal year as submitted to Congress pursuant to section 1105(a) of title 31, United States Code), not including amounts subject to pass-through budgeting; and (B) the total amount of funds appropriated to each military department, not including amounts subject to pass-through budgeting. (2) For the period covered by the most recent future-years defense program submitted to Congress under section 221 of title 10, United States Code, an analysis of the positive and negative effects of pass-through budgeting on-- (A) the budget of the Department of the Air Force; and (B) the budgets of other military departments, including the Armed Forces. (3) A determination as to whether pass-through budgeting creates an inaccurate impression among members of the public, Congress, and policy makers concerning-- (A) the actual level of funding allocated to the Department of the Air Force over which it has spending authority; and (B) the actual level of funding allocated to Defense-wide accounts. (4) A determination as to whether any inaccurate impressions identified under paragraph (2) are detrimental to the mission of the Department of the Air Force. (5) A recommendation as to whether the funds included in the budget of the Department of the Air Force that are subject to pass-through budgeting should instead be included in a separate accounting line within that budget or allocated to another Defense-wide account. (c) Report.--Not later than February 15, 2023, the Secretary of Defense shall-- (1) submit to the congressional defense committees a report on the results of the study conducted under subsection (a); and (2) make such report available on a publicly accessible website of the Department of Defense. (d) Form of Report.--The report required under subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form but may include a classified annex. Any classified annex included with such report shall not be subject to disclosure under subsection (c)(2). SEC. 3. IDENTIFICATION OF FUNDS SUBJECT TO PASS-THROUGH BUDGETING IN ANNUAL BUDGET REQUESTS. Beginning with fiscal year 2024, in the budget justification materials submitted to Congress in support of the Department of Defense budget for each fiscal year (as submitted with the budget of the President under section 1105(a) of title 31), the amount requested for each military department shall include a separate line item that clearly identifies any amounts requested for such department that are subject to pass-through budgeting. SEC. 4. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) The term ``independent research organization'' means an organization outside the Federal Government that is not a federally funded research and development center. (2) The term ``pass-through budgeting'' means the practice by which certain funds allocated for a military department are subject to the authority of other departments and agencies of the Federal Government but are included in the overall budget of the military department despite that department's lack of authority over such funds. <all>

To require an independent study and report on the effect of pass- through budgeting on the Department of the Air Force, and for other purposes. a) Study Required.--The Secretary of Defense shall seek to enter into an contract or other agreement with an independent research organization pursuant to which the organization will conduct a study on the effects of pass-through budgeting on the Department of the Air Force and other organizations and elements of the Department of Defense. ( (2) For the period covered by the most recent future-years defense program submitted to Congress under section 221 of title 10, United States Code, an analysis of the positive and negative effects of pass-through budgeting on-- (A) the budget of the Department of the Air Force; and (B) the budgets of other military departments, including the Armed Forces. ( 3) A determination as to whether pass-through budgeting creates an inaccurate impression among members of the public, Congress, and policy makers concerning-- (A) the actual level of funding allocated to the Department of the Air Force over which it has spending authority; and (B) the actual level of funding allocated to Defense-wide accounts. ( (d) Form of Report.--The report required under subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form but may include a classified annex. Beginning with fiscal year 2024, in the budget justification materials submitted to Congress in support of the Department of Defense budget for each fiscal year (as submitted with the budget of the President under section 1105(a) of title 31), the amount requested for each military department shall include a separate line item that clearly identifies any amounts requested for such department that are subject to pass-through budgeting.

To require an independent study and report on the effect of pass- through budgeting on the Department of the Air Force, and for other purposes. a) Study Required.--The Secretary of Defense shall seek to enter into an contract or other agreement with an independent research organization pursuant to which the organization will conduct a study on the effects of pass-through budgeting on the Department of the Air Force and other organizations and elements of the Department of Defense. ( (5) A recommendation as to whether the funds included in the budget of the Department of the Air Force that are subject to pass-through budgeting should instead be included in a separate accounting line within that budget or allocated to another Defense-wide account. ( Beginning with fiscal year 2024, in the budget justification materials submitted to Congress in support of the Department of Defense budget for each fiscal year (as submitted with the budget of the President under section 1105(a) of title 31), the amount requested for each military department shall include a separate line item that clearly identifies any amounts requested for such department that are subject to pass-through budgeting.

To require an independent study and report on the effect of pass- through budgeting on the Department of the Air Force, and for other purposes. a) Study Required.--The Secretary of Defense shall seek to enter into an contract or other agreement with an independent research organization pursuant to which the organization will conduct a study on the effects of pass-through budgeting on the Department of the Air Force and other organizations and elements of the Department of Defense. ( (5) A recommendation as to whether the funds included in the budget of the Department of the Air Force that are subject to pass-through budgeting should instead be included in a separate accounting line within that budget or allocated to another Defense-wide account. ( Beginning with fiscal year 2024, in the budget justification materials submitted to Congress in support of the Department of Defense budget for each fiscal year (as submitted with the budget of the President under section 1105(a) of title 31), the amount requested for each military department shall include a separate line item that clearly identifies any amounts requested for such department that are subject to pass-through budgeting.

To require an independent study and report on the effect of pass- through budgeting on the Department of the Air Force, and for other purposes. a) Study Required.--The Secretary of Defense shall seek to enter into an contract or other agreement with an independent research organization pursuant to which the organization will conduct a study on the effects of pass-through budgeting on the Department of the Air Force and other organizations and elements of the Department of Defense. ( (2) For the period covered by the most recent future-years defense program submitted to Congress under section 221 of title 10, United States Code, an analysis of the positive and negative effects of pass-through budgeting on-- (A) the budget of the Department of the Air Force; and (B) the budgets of other military departments, including the Armed Forces. ( 3) A determination as to whether pass-through budgeting creates an inaccurate impression among members of the public, Congress, and policy makers concerning-- (A) the actual level of funding allocated to the Department of the Air Force over which it has spending authority; and (B) the actual level of funding allocated to Defense-wide accounts. ( (d) Form of Report.--The report required under subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form but may include a classified annex. Beginning with fiscal year 2024, in the budget justification materials submitted to Congress in support of the Department of Defense budget for each fiscal year (as submitted with the budget of the President under section 1105(a) of title 31), the amount requested for each military department shall include a separate line item that clearly identifies any amounts requested for such department that are subject to pass-through budgeting.

To require an independent study and report on the effect of pass- through budgeting on the Department of the Air Force, and for other purposes. a) Study Required.--The Secretary of Defense shall seek to enter into an contract or other agreement with an independent research organization pursuant to which the organization will conduct a study on the effects of pass-through budgeting on the Department of the Air Force and other organizations and elements of the Department of Defense. ( (5) A recommendation as to whether the funds included in the budget of the Department of the Air Force that are subject to pass-through budgeting should instead be included in a separate accounting line within that budget or allocated to another Defense-wide account. ( Beginning with fiscal year 2024, in the budget justification materials submitted to Congress in support of the Department of Defense budget for each fiscal year (as submitted with the budget of the President under section 1105(a) of title 31), the amount requested for each military department shall include a separate line item that clearly identifies any amounts requested for such department that are subject to pass-through budgeting.

To require an independent study and report on the effect of pass- through budgeting on the Department of the Air Force, and for other purposes. a) Study Required.--The Secretary of Defense shall seek to enter into an contract or other agreement with an independent research organization pursuant to which the organization will conduct a study on the effects of pass-through budgeting on the Department of the Air Force and other organizations and elements of the Department of Defense. ( (2) For the period covered by the most recent future-years defense program submitted to Congress under section 221 of title 10, United States Code, an analysis of the positive and negative effects of pass-through budgeting on-- (A) the budget of the Department of the Air Force; and (B) the budgets of other military departments, including the Armed Forces. ( 3) A determination as to whether pass-through budgeting creates an inaccurate impression among members of the public, Congress, and policy makers concerning-- (A) the actual level of funding allocated to the Department of the Air Force over which it has spending authority; and (B) the actual level of funding allocated to Defense-wide accounts. ( (d) Form of Report.--The report required under subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form but may include a classified annex. Beginning with fiscal year 2024, in the budget justification materials submitted to Congress in support of the Department of Defense budget for each fiscal year (as submitted with the budget of the President under section 1105(a) of title 31), the amount requested for each military department shall include a separate line item that clearly identifies any amounts requested for such department that are subject to pass-through budgeting.

To require an independent study and report on the effect of pass- through budgeting on the Department of the Air Force, and for other purposes. a) Study Required.--The Secretary of Defense shall seek to enter into an contract or other agreement with an independent research organization pursuant to which the organization will conduct a study on the effects of pass-through budgeting on the Department of the Air Force and other organizations and elements of the Department of Defense. ( (5) A recommendation as to whether the funds included in the budget of the Department of the Air Force that are subject to pass-through budgeting should instead be included in a separate accounting line within that budget or allocated to another Defense-wide account. ( Beginning with fiscal year 2024, in the budget justification materials submitted to Congress in support of the Department of Defense budget for each fiscal year (as submitted with the budget of the President under section 1105(a) of title 31), the amount requested for each military department shall include a separate line item that clearly identifies any amounts requested for such department that are subject to pass-through budgeting.

To require an independent study and report on the effect of pass- through budgeting on the Department of the Air Force, and for other purposes. a) Study Required.--The Secretary of Defense shall seek to enter into an contract or other agreement with an independent research organization pursuant to which the organization will conduct a study on the effects of pass-through budgeting on the Department of the Air Force and other organizations and elements of the Department of Defense. ( (2) For the period covered by the most recent future-years defense program submitted to Congress under section 221 of title 10, United States Code, an analysis of the positive and negative effects of pass-through budgeting on-- (A) the budget of the Department of the Air Force; and (B) the budgets of other military departments, including the Armed Forces. ( 3) A determination as to whether pass-through budgeting creates an inaccurate impression among members of the public, Congress, and policy makers concerning-- (A) the actual level of funding allocated to the Department of the Air Force over which it has spending authority; and (B) the actual level of funding allocated to Defense-wide accounts. ( (d) Form of Report.--The report required under subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form but may include a classified annex. Beginning with fiscal year 2024, in the budget justification materials submitted to Congress in support of the Department of Defense budget for each fiscal year (as submitted with the budget of the President under section 1105(a) of title 31), the amount requested for each military department shall include a separate line item that clearly identifies any amounts requested for such department that are subject to pass-through budgeting.

To require an independent study and report on the effect of pass- through budgeting on the Department of the Air Force, and for other purposes. a) Study Required.--The Secretary of Defense shall seek to enter into an contract or other agreement with an independent research organization pursuant to which the organization will conduct a study on the effects of pass-through budgeting on the Department of the Air Force and other organizations and elements of the Department of Defense. ( (5) A recommendation as to whether the funds included in the budget of the Department of the Air Force that are subject to pass-through budgeting should instead be included in a separate accounting line within that budget or allocated to another Defense-wide account. ( Beginning with fiscal year 2024, in the budget justification materials submitted to Congress in support of the Department of Defense budget for each fiscal year (as submitted with the budget of the President under section 1105(a) of title 31), the amount requested for each military department shall include a separate line item that clearly identifies any amounts requested for such department that are subject to pass-through budgeting.

To require an independent study and report on the effect of pass- through budgeting on the Department of the Air Force, and for other purposes. a) Study Required.--The Secretary of Defense shall seek to enter into an contract or other agreement with an independent research organization pursuant to which the organization will conduct a study on the effects of pass-through budgeting on the Department of the Air Force and other organizations and elements of the Department of Defense. ( (2) For the period covered by the most recent future-years defense program submitted to Congress under section 221 of title 10, United States Code, an analysis of the positive and negative effects of pass-through budgeting on-- (A) the budget of the Department of the Air Force; and (B) the budgets of other military departments, including the Armed Forces. ( 3) A determination as to whether pass-through budgeting creates an inaccurate impression among members of the public, Congress, and policy makers concerning-- (A) the actual level of funding allocated to the Department of the Air Force over which it has spending authority; and (B) the actual level of funding allocated to Defense-wide accounts. ( (d) Form of Report.--The report required under subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form but may include a classified annex. Beginning with fiscal year 2024, in the budget justification materials submitted to Congress in support of the Department of Defense budget for each fiscal year (as submitted with the budget of the President under section 1105(a) of title 31), the amount requested for each military department shall include a separate line item that clearly identifies any amounts requested for such department that are subject to pass-through budgeting.

H.R.774

Taxation

Spotlight Act This bill renders null and void final Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regulations published on May 28, 2020, relating to the reporting requirements of tax-exempt organizations. The bill requires tax-exempt organizations that fall under sections 501(c)(4), 501(c)(5), and 501(c)(6) of the Internal Revenue Code (e.g., social welfare organizations, labor organizations, business leagues) to disclose the names and addresses of all substantial contributors (persons who contribute more than $5,000 per year to such organizations) on their information returns. The bill also eliminates the authority of the IRS to provide exceptions to the disclosure requirements for tax-exempt organizations. This provision does not apply to determinations made by the IRS before July 16, 2018.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to require certain tax- exempt organizations to include on annual returns the names and addresses of substantial contributors, 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 ``Spotlight Act''. SEC. 2. INCLUSION OF CONTRIBUTOR INFORMATION ON ANNUAL RETURNS OF CERTAIN ORGANIZATIONS. (a) Repeal of Regulations.--The final regulations of the Department of the Treasury relating to guidance under section 6033 regarding the reporting requirements of exempt organizations (published at 85 Fed. Reg. 31959 (May 28, 2020)) shall have no force and effect. (b) Inclusion of Contributor Information.-- (1) Social welfare organizations.--Section 6033(f)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting ``(5),'' after ``paragraphs''. (2) Labor organizations and business leagues.--Section 6033 of such Code is amended by redesignating subsection (o) as subsection (p) and by inserting after subsection (n) the following new subsection: ``(o) Additional Requirements for Organizations Described in Subsections (c)(5) and (c)(6) of Section 501.--Every organization which is described in paragraph (5) or (6) of section 501(c) and which is subject to the requirements of subsection (a) shall include on the return required under subsection (a) the information referred to in subsection (b)(5).''. (3) Effective date.--The amendments made by this subsection shall apply to returns required to be filed for taxable years ending after the date of the enactment of this Act. (c) Modification to Discretionary Exceptions.--Section 6033(a)(3)(B) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended to read as follows: ``(B) Discretionary exceptions.-- ``(i) In general.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to any organization if the Secretary made a determination under this subparagraph before July 16, 2018, that such filing is not necessary to the efficient administration of the internal revenue laws. ``(ii) Recommendations for other exceptions.--The Secretary may recommend to Congress that Congress relieve any organization required under paragraph (1) to file an information return from filing such a return if the Secretary determines that such filing does not advance a national security, law enforcement, or tax administration purpose.''. <all>

Spotlight Act

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to require certain tax-exempt organizations to include on annual returns the names and addresses of substantial contributors, and for other purposes.

Spotlight Act

Rep. Price, David E.

D

NC

This bill renders null and void final Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regulations published on May 28, 2020, relating to the reporting requirements of tax-exempt organizations. The bill requires tax-exempt organizations that fall under sections 501(c)(4), 501(c)(5), and 501(c)(6) of the Internal Revenue Code (e.g., social welfare organizations, labor organizations, business leagues) to disclose the names and addresses of all substantial contributors (persons who contribute more than $5,000 per year to such organizations) on their information returns. The bill also eliminates the authority of the IRS to provide exceptions to the disclosure requirements for tax-exempt organizations. This provision does not apply to determinations made by the IRS before July 16, 2018.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to require certain tax- exempt organizations to include on annual returns the names and addresses of substantial contributors, 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 ``Spotlight Act''. SEC. 2. INCLUSION OF CONTRIBUTOR INFORMATION ON ANNUAL RETURNS OF CERTAIN ORGANIZATIONS. (a) Repeal of Regulations.--The final regulations of the Department of the Treasury relating to guidance under section 6033 regarding the reporting requirements of exempt organizations (published at 85 Fed. Reg. 31959 (May 28, 2020)) shall have no force and effect. (b) Inclusion of Contributor Information.-- (1) Social welfare organizations.--Section 6033(f)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting ``(5),'' after ``paragraphs''. (2) Labor organizations and business leagues.--Section 6033 of such Code is amended by redesignating subsection (o) as subsection (p) and by inserting after subsection (n) the following new subsection: ``(o) Additional Requirements for Organizations Described in Subsections (c)(5) and (c)(6) of Section 501.--Every organization which is described in paragraph (5) or (6) of section 501(c) and which is subject to the requirements of subsection (a) shall include on the return required under subsection (a) the information referred to in subsection (b)(5).''. (3) Effective date.--The amendments made by this subsection shall apply to returns required to be filed for taxable years ending after the date of the enactment of this Act. (c) Modification to Discretionary Exceptions.--Section 6033(a)(3)(B) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended to read as follows: ``(B) Discretionary exceptions.-- ``(i) In general.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to any organization if the Secretary made a determination under this subparagraph before July 16, 2018, that such filing is not necessary to the efficient administration of the internal revenue laws. ``(ii) Recommendations for other exceptions.--The Secretary may recommend to Congress that Congress relieve any organization required under paragraph (1) to file an information return from filing such a return if the Secretary determines that such filing does not advance a national security, law enforcement, or tax administration purpose.''. <all>

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to require certain tax- exempt organizations to include on annual returns the names and addresses of substantial contributors, 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 ``Spotlight Act''. SEC. 2. INCLUSION OF CONTRIBUTOR INFORMATION ON ANNUAL RETURNS OF CERTAIN ORGANIZATIONS. (a) Repeal of Regulations.--The final regulations of the Department of the Treasury relating to guidance under section 6033 regarding the reporting requirements of exempt organizations (published at 85 Fed. Reg. 31959 (May 28, 2020)) shall have no force and effect. (b) Inclusion of Contributor Information.-- (1) Social welfare organizations.--Section 6033(f)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting ``(5),'' after ``paragraphs''. (2) Labor organizations and business leagues.--Section 6033 of such Code is amended by redesignating subsection (o) as subsection (p) and by inserting after subsection (n) the following new subsection: ``(o) Additional Requirements for Organizations Described in Subsections (c)(5) and (c)(6) of Section 501.--Every organization which is described in paragraph (5) or (6) of section 501(c) and which is subject to the requirements of subsection (a) shall include on the return required under subsection (a) the information referred to in subsection (b)(5).''. (3) Effective date.--The amendments made by this subsection shall apply to returns required to be filed for taxable years ending after the date of the enactment of this Act. (c) Modification to Discretionary Exceptions.--Section 6033(a)(3)(B) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended to read as follows: ``(B) Discretionary exceptions.-- ``(i) In general.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to any organization if the Secretary made a determination under this subparagraph before July 16, 2018, that such filing is not necessary to the efficient administration of the internal revenue laws. ``(ii) Recommendations for other exceptions.--The Secretary may recommend to Congress that Congress relieve any organization required under paragraph (1) to file an information return from filing such a return if the Secretary determines that such filing does not advance a national security, law enforcement, or tax administration purpose.''. <all>

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to require certain tax- exempt organizations to include on annual returns the names and addresses of substantial contributors, 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 ``Spotlight Act''. SEC. 2. INCLUSION OF CONTRIBUTOR INFORMATION ON ANNUAL RETURNS OF CERTAIN ORGANIZATIONS. (a) Repeal of Regulations.--The final regulations of the Department of the Treasury relating to guidance under section 6033 regarding the reporting requirements of exempt organizations (published at 85 Fed. Reg. 31959 (May 28, 2020)) shall have no force and effect. (b) Inclusion of Contributor Information.-- (1) Social welfare organizations.--Section 6033(f)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting ``(5),'' after ``paragraphs''. (2) Labor organizations and business leagues.--Section 6033 of such Code is amended by redesignating subsection (o) as subsection (p) and by inserting after subsection (n) the following new subsection: ``(o) Additional Requirements for Organizations Described in Subsections (c)(5) and (c)(6) of Section 501.--Every organization which is described in paragraph (5) or (6) of section 501(c) and which is subject to the requirements of subsection (a) shall include on the return required under subsection (a) the information referred to in subsection (b)(5).''. (3) Effective date.--The amendments made by this subsection shall apply to returns required to be filed for taxable years ending after the date of the enactment of this Act. (c) Modification to Discretionary Exceptions.--Section 6033(a)(3)(B) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended to read as follows: ``(B) Discretionary exceptions.-- ``(i) In general.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to any organization if the Secretary made a determination under this subparagraph before July 16, 2018, that such filing is not necessary to the efficient administration of the internal revenue laws. ``(ii) Recommendations for other exceptions.--The Secretary may recommend to Congress that Congress relieve any organization required under paragraph (1) to file an information return from filing such a return if the Secretary determines that such filing does not advance a national security, law enforcement, or tax administration purpose.''. <all>

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to require certain tax- exempt organizations to include on annual returns the names and addresses of substantial contributors, 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 ``Spotlight Act''. SEC. 2. INCLUSION OF CONTRIBUTOR INFORMATION ON ANNUAL RETURNS OF CERTAIN ORGANIZATIONS. (a) Repeal of Regulations.--The final regulations of the Department of the Treasury relating to guidance under section 6033 regarding the reporting requirements of exempt organizations (published at 85 Fed. Reg. 31959 (May 28, 2020)) shall have no force and effect. (b) Inclusion of Contributor Information.-- (1) Social welfare organizations.--Section 6033(f)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting ``(5),'' after ``paragraphs''. (2) Labor organizations and business leagues.--Section 6033 of such Code is amended by redesignating subsection (o) as subsection (p) and by inserting after subsection (n) the following new subsection: ``(o) Additional Requirements for Organizations Described in Subsections (c)(5) and (c)(6) of Section 501.--Every organization which is described in paragraph (5) or (6) of section 501(c) and which is subject to the requirements of subsection (a) shall include on the return required under subsection (a) the information referred to in subsection (b)(5).''. (3) Effective date.--The amendments made by this subsection shall apply to returns required to be filed for taxable years ending after the date of the enactment of this Act. (c) Modification to Discretionary Exceptions.--Section 6033(a)(3)(B) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended to read as follows: ``(B) Discretionary exceptions.-- ``(i) In general.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to any organization if the Secretary made a determination under this subparagraph before July 16, 2018, that such filing is not necessary to the efficient administration of the internal revenue laws. ``(ii) Recommendations for other exceptions.--The Secretary may recommend to Congress that Congress relieve any organization required under paragraph (1) to file an information return from filing such a return if the Secretary determines that such filing does not advance a national security, law enforcement, or tax administration purpose.''. <all>

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to require certain tax- exempt organizations to include on annual returns the names and addresses of substantial contributors, and for other purposes. b) Inclusion of Contributor Information.-- (1) Social welfare organizations.--Section 6033(f)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting ``(5),'' after ``paragraphs''. ( (3) Effective date.--The amendments made by this subsection shall apply to returns required to be filed for taxable years ending after the date of the enactment of this Act. ( c) Modification to Discretionary Exceptions.--Section 6033(a)(3)(B) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended to read as follows: ``(B) Discretionary exceptions.-- ``(i) In general.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to any organization if the Secretary made a determination under this subparagraph before July 16, 2018, that such filing is not necessary to the efficient administration of the internal revenue laws.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to require certain tax- exempt organizations to include on annual returns the names and addresses of substantial contributors, and for other purposes. INCLUSION OF CONTRIBUTOR INFORMATION ON ANNUAL RETURNS OF CERTAIN ORGANIZATIONS. ( c) Modification to Discretionary Exceptions.--Section 6033(a)(3)(B) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended to read as follows: ``(B) Discretionary exceptions.-- ``(i) In general.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to any organization if the Secretary made a determination under this subparagraph before July 16, 2018, that such filing is not necessary to the efficient administration of the internal revenue laws.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to require certain tax- exempt organizations to include on annual returns the names and addresses of substantial contributors, and for other purposes. INCLUSION OF CONTRIBUTOR INFORMATION ON ANNUAL RETURNS OF CERTAIN ORGANIZATIONS. ( c) Modification to Discretionary Exceptions.--Section 6033(a)(3)(B) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended to read as follows: ``(B) Discretionary exceptions.-- ``(i) In general.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to any organization if the Secretary made a determination under this subparagraph before July 16, 2018, that such filing is not necessary to the efficient administration of the internal revenue laws.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to require certain tax- exempt organizations to include on annual returns the names and addresses of substantial contributors, and for other purposes. b) Inclusion of Contributor Information.-- (1) Social welfare organizations.--Section 6033(f)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting ``(5),'' after ``paragraphs''. ( (3) Effective date.--The amendments made by this subsection shall apply to returns required to be filed for taxable years ending after the date of the enactment of this Act. ( c) Modification to Discretionary Exceptions.--Section 6033(a)(3)(B) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended to read as follows: ``(B) Discretionary exceptions.-- ``(i) In general.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to any organization if the Secretary made a determination under this subparagraph before July 16, 2018, that such filing is not necessary to the efficient administration of the internal revenue laws.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to require certain tax- exempt organizations to include on annual returns the names and addresses of substantial contributors, and for other purposes. INCLUSION OF CONTRIBUTOR INFORMATION ON ANNUAL RETURNS OF CERTAIN ORGANIZATIONS. ( c) Modification to Discretionary Exceptions.--Section 6033(a)(3)(B) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended to read as follows: ``(B) Discretionary exceptions.-- ``(i) In general.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to any organization if the Secretary made a determination under this subparagraph before July 16, 2018, that such filing is not necessary to the efficient administration of the internal revenue laws.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to require certain tax- exempt organizations to include on annual returns the names and addresses of substantial contributors, and for other purposes. b) Inclusion of Contributor Information.-- (1) Social welfare organizations.--Section 6033(f)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting ``(5),'' after ``paragraphs''. ( (3) Effective date.--The amendments made by this subsection shall apply to returns required to be filed for taxable years ending after the date of the enactment of this Act. ( c) Modification to Discretionary Exceptions.--Section 6033(a)(3)(B) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended to read as follows: ``(B) Discretionary exceptions.-- ``(i) In general.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to any organization if the Secretary made a determination under this subparagraph before July 16, 2018, that such filing is not necessary to the efficient administration of the internal revenue laws.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to require certain tax- exempt organizations to include on annual returns the names and addresses of substantial contributors, and for other purposes. INCLUSION OF CONTRIBUTOR INFORMATION ON ANNUAL RETURNS OF CERTAIN ORGANIZATIONS. ( c) Modification to Discretionary Exceptions.--Section 6033(a)(3)(B) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended to read as follows: ``(B) Discretionary exceptions.-- ``(i) In general.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to any organization if the Secretary made a determination under this subparagraph before July 16, 2018, that such filing is not necessary to the efficient administration of the internal revenue laws.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to require certain tax- exempt organizations to include on annual returns the names and addresses of substantial contributors, and for other purposes. b) Inclusion of Contributor Information.-- (1) Social welfare organizations.--Section 6033(f)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting ``(5),'' after ``paragraphs''. ( (3) Effective date.--The amendments made by this subsection shall apply to returns required to be filed for taxable years ending after the date of the enactment of this Act. ( c) Modification to Discretionary Exceptions.--Section 6033(a)(3)(B) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended to read as follows: ``(B) Discretionary exceptions.-- ``(i) In general.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to any organization if the Secretary made a determination under this subparagraph before July 16, 2018, that such filing is not necessary to the efficient administration of the internal revenue laws.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to require certain tax- exempt organizations to include on annual returns the names and addresses of substantial contributors, and for other purposes. INCLUSION OF CONTRIBUTOR INFORMATION ON ANNUAL RETURNS OF CERTAIN ORGANIZATIONS. ( c) Modification to Discretionary Exceptions.--Section 6033(a)(3)(B) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended to read as follows: ``(B) Discretionary exceptions.-- ``(i) In general.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to any organization if the Secretary made a determination under this subparagraph before July 16, 2018, that such filing is not necessary to the efficient administration of the internal revenue laws.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to require certain tax- exempt organizations to include on annual returns the names and addresses of substantial contributors, and for other purposes. b) Inclusion of Contributor Information.-- (1) Social welfare organizations.--Section 6033(f)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting ``(5),'' after ``paragraphs''. ( (3) Effective date.--The amendments made by this subsection shall apply to returns required to be filed for taxable years ending after the date of the enactment of this Act. ( c) Modification to Discretionary Exceptions.--Section 6033(a)(3)(B) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended to read as follows: ``(B) Discretionary exceptions.-- ``(i) In general.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to any organization if the Secretary made a determination under this subparagraph before July 16, 2018, that such filing is not necessary to the efficient administration of the internal revenue laws.

H.R.364

Armed Forces and National Security

Veterans' True Choice Act of 2021 This bill allows covered veterans to receive coverage under TRICARE Select, a health care program of the Department of Defense (DOD). Veterans covered by this bill include those with service-connected disabilities, former prisoners of war, Purple Heart recipients, Medal of Honor recipients, those discharged from service due to disability, and those entitled to disability compensation. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) must reimburse DOD's costs of enrolling eligible veteran beneficiaries in the program. A covered veteran may not concurrently receive medical care from DOD and the VA.

To amend title 10, United States Code, to provide eligibility for TRICARE Select to veterans with service-connected disabilities, 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' True Choice Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. ELIGIBILITY FOR TRICARE FOR VETERANS WITH SERVICE-CONNECTED DISABILITIES. (a) In General.-- (1) Enrollment in tricare select.--Section 1075 of title 10, United States Code, is amended-- (A) in subsection (b)(1)(B), by inserting before the period at the end the following: ``, and covered veteran beneficiaries under subsection (h), other than Medicare-eligible beneficiaries described in such subsection (d)(2)''; (B) by redesignating subsection (h) as subsection (i); and (C) by inserting after subsection (g) the following new subsection: ``(h) Covered Veteran Beneficiaries.--(1) Subject to section 1086(d) of this title, a covered veteran beneficiary may elect to enroll in TRICARE Select during the annual open enrollment season of the TRICARE program. ``(2) The cost-sharing requirements under TRICARE Select for covered veteran beneficiaries shall be calculated pursuant to subsection (d)(1), regardless of the date of the original enlistment or appointment of the beneficiary in the uniformed services. ``(3) A dependent of a covered veteran beneficiary may not enroll in the TRICARE program solely by reason of the covered veteran beneficiary enrolling in the TRICARE program.''. (2) Enrollment in tricare for life.--Section 1086(d) of such title is amended-- (A) in paragraph (1), by inserting before the period at the end the following: `` or pursuant to section 1075(h) of this title''; and (B) in paragraphs (2) and (4), by inserting ``, or section 1075(h) of this title,'' after ``a person referred to in subsection (c)'' both places it appears. (3) Definition.--Section 1072 of such title is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(16) The term `covered veteran beneficiary' means a veteran who-- ``(A) is eligible to enroll in the system of patient enrollment under paragraph (1), (2), or (3) of section 1705 of title 38; and ``(B) is eligible to enroll in the TRICARE program only pursuant to-- ``(i) section 1075(h) of this title; or ``(ii) section 1086(d) of this title by reason of being an individual who would be covered by section 1075(h) but for being a Medicare-eligible beneficiary covered by such section 1086(d).''. (4) Enrollment in va health care.--Section 1705 of title 38, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(d)(1) A covered veteran beneficiary who enrolls in the TRICARE program may not be concurrently enrolled in the system of patient enrollment under subsection (a), and the Secretary may not furnish medical care to the covered veteran beneficiary under this chapter or other provision of law administered by the Secretary while the covered veteran beneficiary is so enrolled in the TRICARE program. ``(2) In this subsection, the terms `covered veteran beneficiary' and `TRICARE program' have the meaning given those terms in section 1072 of title 10.''. (b) Memorandum of Understanding.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense shall enter into a memorandum of understanding under which the Secretary of Veterans Affairs reimburses the Secretary of Defense for the costs of enrolling covered veteran beneficiaries in the TRICARE program pursuant to the amendments made by subsection (a), as jointly determined appropriate by the Secretaries. (c) Implementation.-- (1) Effective date.--The amendments made by this section shall take effect one year after the date of the enactment of this Act. (2) Regulations.--During the one-year period following the date on which the amendments made by this section take effect, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense shall each prescribe regulations to carry out such amendments. (3) Phase in.--During the one-year period following the date on which the regulations are prescribed under paragraph (2), the Secretaries shall phase in the enrollment of covered veteran beneficiaries in accordance with the annual open enrollment season of the TRICARE program. (4) VA center for innovation for care and payment.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall carry out this subsection through the Center for Innovation for Care and Payment of the Department of Veterans Affairs. (d) Reports.-- (1) Reports on implementation.--On a quarterly basis during the two-year period following the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense shall jointly submit to the Committees on Veterans' Affairs and Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a report on the implementation of this Act and the amendments made by this Act. (2) Annual reports.--Not later than one year after the date on which the final report under paragraph (1) is required to be submitted, and annually thereafter, the Secretaries shall jointly submit to the Committees on Veterans' Affairs and Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a report on covered veteran beneficiaries enrolled in the TRICARE program. (e) Definitions.--In this section, the terms ``covered veteran beneficiary'' and ``TRICARE program'' have the meaning given those terms in section 1072 of title 10, United States Code, as amended by subsection (a). <all>

Veterans’ True Choice Act of 2021

To amend title 10, United States Code, to provide eligibility for TRICARE Select to veterans with service-connected disabilities, and for other purposes.

Veterans’ True Choice Act of 2021

Rep. Steube, W. Gregory

R

FL

This bill allows covered veterans to receive coverage under TRICARE Select, a health care program of the Department of Defense (DOD). Veterans covered by this bill include those with service-connected disabilities, former prisoners of war, Purple Heart recipients, Medal of Honor recipients, those discharged from service due to disability, and those entitled to disability compensation. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) must reimburse DOD's costs of enrolling eligible veteran beneficiaries in the program. A covered veteran may not concurrently receive medical care from DOD and the VA.

Be it enacted by the Senate 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' True Choice Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. ELIGIBILITY FOR TRICARE FOR VETERANS WITH SERVICE-CONNECTED DISABILITIES. (a) In General.-- (1) Enrollment in tricare select.--Section 1075 of title 10, United States Code, is amended-- (A) in subsection (b)(1)(B), by inserting before the period at the end the following: ``, and covered veteran beneficiaries under subsection (h), other than Medicare-eligible beneficiaries described in such subsection (d)(2)''; (B) by redesignating subsection (h) as subsection (i); and (C) by inserting after subsection (g) the following new subsection: ``(h) Covered Veteran Beneficiaries.--(1) Subject to section 1086(d) of this title, a covered veteran beneficiary may elect to enroll in TRICARE Select during the annual open enrollment season of the TRICARE program. ``(2) The cost-sharing requirements under TRICARE Select for covered veteran beneficiaries shall be calculated pursuant to subsection (d)(1), regardless of the date of the original enlistment or appointment of the beneficiary in the uniformed services. ``(3) A dependent of a covered veteran beneficiary may not enroll in the TRICARE program solely by reason of the covered veteran beneficiary enrolling in the TRICARE program.''. (3) Definition.--Section 1072 of such title is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(16) The term `covered veteran beneficiary' means a veteran who-- ``(A) is eligible to enroll in the system of patient enrollment under paragraph (1), (2), or (3) of section 1705 of title 38; and ``(B) is eligible to enroll in the TRICARE program only pursuant to-- ``(i) section 1075(h) of this title; or ``(ii) section 1086(d) of this title by reason of being an individual who would be covered by section 1075(h) but for being a Medicare-eligible beneficiary covered by such section 1086(d).''. ``(2) In this subsection, the terms `covered veteran beneficiary' and `TRICARE program' have the meaning given those terms in section 1072 of title 10.''. (2) Regulations.--During the one-year period following the date on which the amendments made by this section take effect, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense shall each prescribe regulations to carry out such amendments. (4) VA center for innovation for care and payment.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall carry out this subsection through the Center for Innovation for Care and Payment of the Department of Veterans Affairs. (d) Reports.-- (1) Reports on implementation.--On a quarterly basis during the two-year period following the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense shall jointly submit to the Committees on Veterans' Affairs and Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a report on the implementation of this Act and the amendments made by this Act.

SHORT TITLE. SEC. 2. ELIGIBILITY FOR TRICARE FOR VETERANS WITH SERVICE-CONNECTED DISABILITIES. (a) In General.-- (1) Enrollment in tricare select.--Section 1075 of title 10, United States Code, is amended-- (A) in subsection (b)(1)(B), by inserting before the period at the end the following: ``, and covered veteran beneficiaries under subsection (h), other than Medicare-eligible beneficiaries described in such subsection (d)(2)''; (B) by redesignating subsection (h) as subsection (i); and (C) by inserting after subsection (g) the following new subsection: ``(h) Covered Veteran Beneficiaries.--(1) Subject to section 1086(d) of this title, a covered veteran beneficiary may elect to enroll in TRICARE Select during the annual open enrollment season of the TRICARE program. ``(2) The cost-sharing requirements under TRICARE Select for covered veteran beneficiaries shall be calculated pursuant to subsection (d)(1), regardless of the date of the original enlistment or appointment of the beneficiary in the uniformed services. ``(3) A dependent of a covered veteran beneficiary may not enroll in the TRICARE program solely by reason of the covered veteran beneficiary enrolling in the TRICARE program.''. ``(2) In this subsection, the terms `covered veteran beneficiary' and `TRICARE program' have the meaning given those terms in section 1072 of title 10.''. (2) Regulations.--During the one-year period following the date on which the amendments made by this section take effect, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense shall each prescribe regulations to carry out such amendments. (4) VA center for innovation for care and payment.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall carry out this subsection through the Center for Innovation for Care and Payment of the Department of Veterans Affairs. (d) Reports.-- (1) Reports on implementation.--On a quarterly basis during the two-year period following the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense shall jointly submit to the Committees on Veterans' Affairs and Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a report on the implementation of this Act and the amendments made by this Act.

To amend title 10, United States Code, to provide eligibility for TRICARE Select to veterans with service-connected disabilities, 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' True Choice Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. ELIGIBILITY FOR TRICARE FOR VETERANS WITH SERVICE-CONNECTED DISABILITIES. (a) In General.-- (1) Enrollment in tricare select.--Section 1075 of title 10, United States Code, is amended-- (A) in subsection (b)(1)(B), by inserting before the period at the end the following: ``, and covered veteran beneficiaries under subsection (h), other than Medicare-eligible beneficiaries described in such subsection (d)(2)''; (B) by redesignating subsection (h) as subsection (i); and (C) by inserting after subsection (g) the following new subsection: ``(h) Covered Veteran Beneficiaries.--(1) Subject to section 1086(d) of this title, a covered veteran beneficiary may elect to enroll in TRICARE Select during the annual open enrollment season of the TRICARE program. ``(2) The cost-sharing requirements under TRICARE Select for covered veteran beneficiaries shall be calculated pursuant to subsection (d)(1), regardless of the date of the original enlistment or appointment of the beneficiary in the uniformed services. ``(3) A dependent of a covered veteran beneficiary may not enroll in the TRICARE program solely by reason of the covered veteran beneficiary enrolling in the TRICARE program.''. (3) Definition.--Section 1072 of such title is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(16) The term `covered veteran beneficiary' means a veteran who-- ``(A) is eligible to enroll in the system of patient enrollment under paragraph (1), (2), or (3) of section 1705 of title 38; and ``(B) is eligible to enroll in the TRICARE program only pursuant to-- ``(i) section 1075(h) of this title; or ``(ii) section 1086(d) of this title by reason of being an individual who would be covered by section 1075(h) but for being a Medicare-eligible beneficiary covered by such section 1086(d).''. (4) Enrollment in va health care.--Section 1705 of title 38, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(d)(1) A covered veteran beneficiary who enrolls in the TRICARE program may not be concurrently enrolled in the system of patient enrollment under subsection (a), and the Secretary may not furnish medical care to the covered veteran beneficiary under this chapter or other provision of law administered by the Secretary while the covered veteran beneficiary is so enrolled in the TRICARE program. ``(2) In this subsection, the terms `covered veteran beneficiary' and `TRICARE program' have the meaning given those terms in section 1072 of title 10.''. (b) Memorandum of Understanding.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense shall enter into a memorandum of understanding under which the Secretary of Veterans Affairs reimburses the Secretary of Defense for the costs of enrolling covered veteran beneficiaries in the TRICARE program pursuant to the amendments made by subsection (a), as jointly determined appropriate by the Secretaries. (2) Regulations.--During the one-year period following the date on which the amendments made by this section take effect, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense shall each prescribe regulations to carry out such amendments. (3) Phase in.--During the one-year period following the date on which the regulations are prescribed under paragraph (2), the Secretaries shall phase in the enrollment of covered veteran beneficiaries in accordance with the annual open enrollment season of the TRICARE program. (4) VA center for innovation for care and payment.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall carry out this subsection through the Center for Innovation for Care and Payment of the Department of Veterans Affairs. (d) Reports.-- (1) Reports on implementation.--On a quarterly basis during the two-year period following the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense shall jointly submit to the Committees on Veterans' Affairs and Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a report on the implementation of this Act and the amendments made by this Act.

To amend title 10, United States Code, to provide eligibility for TRICARE Select to veterans with service-connected disabilities, 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' True Choice Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. ELIGIBILITY FOR TRICARE FOR VETERANS WITH SERVICE-CONNECTED DISABILITIES. (a) In General.-- (1) Enrollment in tricare select.--Section 1075 of title 10, United States Code, is amended-- (A) in subsection (b)(1)(B), by inserting before the period at the end the following: ``, and covered veteran beneficiaries under subsection (h), other than Medicare-eligible beneficiaries described in such subsection (d)(2)''; (B) by redesignating subsection (h) as subsection (i); and (C) by inserting after subsection (g) the following new subsection: ``(h) Covered Veteran Beneficiaries.--(1) Subject to section 1086(d) of this title, a covered veteran beneficiary may elect to enroll in TRICARE Select during the annual open enrollment season of the TRICARE program. ``(2) The cost-sharing requirements under TRICARE Select for covered veteran beneficiaries shall be calculated pursuant to subsection (d)(1), regardless of the date of the original enlistment or appointment of the beneficiary in the uniformed services. ``(3) A dependent of a covered veteran beneficiary may not enroll in the TRICARE program solely by reason of the covered veteran beneficiary enrolling in the TRICARE program.''. (2) Enrollment in tricare for life.--Section 1086(d) of such title is amended-- (A) in paragraph (1), by inserting before the period at the end the following: `` or pursuant to section 1075(h) of this title''; and (B) in paragraphs (2) and (4), by inserting ``, or section 1075(h) of this title,'' after ``a person referred to in subsection (c)'' both places it appears. (3) Definition.--Section 1072 of such title is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(16) The term `covered veteran beneficiary' means a veteran who-- ``(A) is eligible to enroll in the system of patient enrollment under paragraph (1), (2), or (3) of section 1705 of title 38; and ``(B) is eligible to enroll in the TRICARE program only pursuant to-- ``(i) section 1075(h) of this title; or ``(ii) section 1086(d) of this title by reason of being an individual who would be covered by section 1075(h) but for being a Medicare-eligible beneficiary covered by such section 1086(d).''. (4) Enrollment in va health care.--Section 1705 of title 38, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(d)(1) A covered veteran beneficiary who enrolls in the TRICARE program may not be concurrently enrolled in the system of patient enrollment under subsection (a), and the Secretary may not furnish medical care to the covered veteran beneficiary under this chapter or other provision of law administered by the Secretary while the covered veteran beneficiary is so enrolled in the TRICARE program. ``(2) In this subsection, the terms `covered veteran beneficiary' and `TRICARE program' have the meaning given those terms in section 1072 of title 10.''. (b) Memorandum of Understanding.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense shall enter into a memorandum of understanding under which the Secretary of Veterans Affairs reimburses the Secretary of Defense for the costs of enrolling covered veteran beneficiaries in the TRICARE program pursuant to the amendments made by subsection (a), as jointly determined appropriate by the Secretaries. (c) Implementation.-- (1) Effective date.--The amendments made by this section shall take effect one year after the date of the enactment of this Act. (2) Regulations.--During the one-year period following the date on which the amendments made by this section take effect, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense shall each prescribe regulations to carry out such amendments. (3) Phase in.--During the one-year period following the date on which the regulations are prescribed under paragraph (2), the Secretaries shall phase in the enrollment of covered veteran beneficiaries in accordance with the annual open enrollment season of the TRICARE program. (4) VA center for innovation for care and payment.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall carry out this subsection through the Center for Innovation for Care and Payment of the Department of Veterans Affairs. (d) Reports.-- (1) Reports on implementation.--On a quarterly basis during the two-year period following the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense shall jointly submit to the Committees on Veterans' Affairs and Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a report on the implementation of this Act and the amendments made by this Act. (2) Annual reports.--Not later than one year after the date on which the final report under paragraph (1) is required to be submitted, and annually thereafter, the Secretaries shall jointly submit to the Committees on Veterans' Affairs and Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a report on covered veteran beneficiaries enrolled in the TRICARE program. (e) Definitions.--In this section, the terms ``covered veteran beneficiary'' and ``TRICARE program'' have the meaning given those terms in section 1072 of title 10, United States Code, as amended by subsection (a). <all>

To amend title 10, United States Code, to provide eligibility for TRICARE Select to veterans with service-connected disabilities, and for other purposes. ``(2) The cost-sharing requirements under TRICARE Select for covered veteran beneficiaries shall be calculated pursuant to subsection (d)(1), regardless of the date of the original enlistment or appointment of the beneficiary in the uniformed services. (2) Enrollment in tricare for life.--Section 1086(d) of such title is amended-- (A) in paragraph (1), by inserting before the period at the end the following: `` or pursuant to section 1075(h) of this title''; and (B) in paragraphs (2) and (4), by inserting ``, or section 1075(h) of this title,'' after ``a person referred to in subsection (c)'' both places it appears. ( (4) Enrollment in va health care.--Section 1705 of title 38, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(d)(1) A covered veteran beneficiary who enrolls in the TRICARE program may not be concurrently enrolled in the system of patient enrollment under subsection (a), and the Secretary may not furnish medical care to the covered veteran beneficiary under this chapter or other provision of law administered by the Secretary while the covered veteran beneficiary is so enrolled in the TRICARE program. b) Memorandum of Understanding.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense shall enter into a memorandum of understanding under which the Secretary of Veterans Affairs reimburses the Secretary of Defense for the costs of enrolling covered veteran beneficiaries in the TRICARE program pursuant to the amendments made by subsection (a), as jointly determined appropriate by the Secretaries. ( (3) Phase in.--During the one-year period following the date on which the regulations are prescribed under paragraph (2), the Secretaries shall phase in the enrollment of covered veteran beneficiaries in accordance with the annual open enrollment season of the TRICARE program. ( 2) Annual reports.--Not later than one year after the date on which the final report under paragraph (1) is required to be submitted, and annually thereafter, the Secretaries shall jointly submit to the Committees on Veterans' Affairs and Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a report on covered veteran beneficiaries enrolled in the TRICARE program. (

To amend title 10, United States Code, to provide eligibility for TRICARE Select to veterans with service-connected disabilities, and for other purposes. ``(2) The cost-sharing requirements under TRICARE Select for covered veteran beneficiaries shall be calculated pursuant to subsection (d)(1), regardless of the date of the original enlistment or appointment of the beneficiary in the uniformed services. 4) Enrollment in va health care.--Section 1705 of title 38, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(d)(1) A covered veteran beneficiary who enrolls in the TRICARE program may not be concurrently enrolled in the system of patient enrollment under subsection (a), and the Secretary may not furnish medical care to the covered veteran beneficiary under this chapter or other provision of law administered by the Secretary while the covered veteran beneficiary is so enrolled in the TRICARE program. b) Memorandum of Understanding.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense shall enter into a memorandum of understanding under which the Secretary of Veterans Affairs reimburses the Secretary of Defense for the costs of enrolling covered veteran beneficiaries in the TRICARE program pursuant to the amendments made by subsection (a), as jointly determined appropriate by the Secretaries. ( (3) Phase in.--During the one-year period following the date on which the regulations are prescribed under paragraph (2), the Secretaries shall phase in the enrollment of covered veteran beneficiaries in accordance with the annual open enrollment season of the TRICARE program. ( 2) Annual reports.--Not later than one year after the date on which the final report under paragraph (1) is required to be submitted, and annually thereafter, the Secretaries shall jointly submit to the Committees on Veterans' Affairs and Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a report on covered veteran beneficiaries enrolled in the TRICARE program. (

To amend title 10, United States Code, to provide eligibility for TRICARE Select to veterans with service-connected disabilities, and for other purposes. ``(2) The cost-sharing requirements under TRICARE Select for covered veteran beneficiaries shall be calculated pursuant to subsection (d)(1), regardless of the date of the original enlistment or appointment of the beneficiary in the uniformed services. 4) Enrollment in va health care.--Section 1705 of title 38, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(d)(1) A covered veteran beneficiary who enrolls in the TRICARE program may not be concurrently enrolled in the system of patient enrollment under subsection (a), and the Secretary may not furnish medical care to the covered veteran beneficiary under this chapter or other provision of law administered by the Secretary while the covered veteran beneficiary is so enrolled in the TRICARE program. b) Memorandum of Understanding.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense shall enter into a memorandum of understanding under which the Secretary of Veterans Affairs reimburses the Secretary of Defense for the costs of enrolling covered veteran beneficiaries in the TRICARE program pursuant to the amendments made by subsection (a), as jointly determined appropriate by the Secretaries. ( (3) Phase in.--During the one-year period following the date on which the regulations are prescribed under paragraph (2), the Secretaries shall phase in the enrollment of covered veteran beneficiaries in accordance with the annual open enrollment season of the TRICARE program. ( 2) Annual reports.--Not later than one year after the date on which the final report under paragraph (1) is required to be submitted, and annually thereafter, the Secretaries shall jointly submit to the Committees on Veterans' Affairs and Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a report on covered veteran beneficiaries enrolled in the TRICARE program. (

To amend title 10, United States Code, to provide eligibility for TRICARE Select to veterans with service-connected disabilities, and for other purposes. ``(2) The cost-sharing requirements under TRICARE Select for covered veteran beneficiaries shall be calculated pursuant to subsection (d)(1), regardless of the date of the original enlistment or appointment of the beneficiary in the uniformed services. (2) Enrollment in tricare for life.--Section 1086(d) of such title is amended-- (A) in paragraph (1), by inserting before the period at the end the following: `` or pursuant to section 1075(h) of this title''; and (B) in paragraphs (2) and (4), by inserting ``, or section 1075(h) of this title,'' after ``a person referred to in subsection (c)'' both places it appears. ( (4) Enrollment in va health care.--Section 1705 of title 38, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(d)(1) A covered veteran beneficiary who enrolls in the TRICARE program may not be concurrently enrolled in the system of patient enrollment under subsection (a), and the Secretary may not furnish medical care to the covered veteran beneficiary under this chapter or other provision of law administered by the Secretary while the covered veteran beneficiary is so enrolled in the TRICARE program. b) Memorandum of Understanding.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense shall enter into a memorandum of understanding under which the Secretary of Veterans Affairs reimburses the Secretary of Defense for the costs of enrolling covered veteran beneficiaries in the TRICARE program pursuant to the amendments made by subsection (a), as jointly determined appropriate by the Secretaries. ( (3) Phase in.--During the one-year period following the date on which the regulations are prescribed under paragraph (2), the Secretaries shall phase in the enrollment of covered veteran beneficiaries in accordance with the annual open enrollment season of the TRICARE program. ( 2) Annual reports.--Not later than one year after the date on which the final report under paragraph (1) is required to be submitted, and annually thereafter, the Secretaries shall jointly submit to the Committees on Veterans' Affairs and Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a report on covered veteran beneficiaries enrolled in the TRICARE program. (

To amend title 10, United States Code, to provide eligibility for TRICARE Select to veterans with service-connected disabilities, and for other purposes. ``(2) The cost-sharing requirements under TRICARE Select for covered veteran beneficiaries shall be calculated pursuant to subsection (d)(1), regardless of the date of the original enlistment or appointment of the beneficiary in the uniformed services. 4) Enrollment in va health care.--Section 1705 of title 38, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(d)(1) A covered veteran beneficiary who enrolls in the TRICARE program may not be concurrently enrolled in the system of patient enrollment under subsection (a), and the Secretary may not furnish medical care to the covered veteran beneficiary under this chapter or other provision of law administered by the Secretary while the covered veteran beneficiary is so enrolled in the TRICARE program. b) Memorandum of Understanding.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense shall enter into a memorandum of understanding under which the Secretary of Veterans Affairs reimburses the Secretary of Defense for the costs of enrolling covered veteran beneficiaries in the TRICARE program pursuant to the amendments made by subsection (a), as jointly determined appropriate by the Secretaries. ( (3) Phase in.--During the one-year period following the date on which the regulations are prescribed under paragraph (2), the Secretaries shall phase in the enrollment of covered veteran beneficiaries in accordance with the annual open enrollment season of the TRICARE program. ( 2) Annual reports.--Not later than one year after the date on which the final report under paragraph (1) is required to be submitted, and annually thereafter, the Secretaries shall jointly submit to the Committees on Veterans' Affairs and Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a report on covered veteran beneficiaries enrolled in the TRICARE program. (

To amend title 10, United States Code, to provide eligibility for TRICARE Select to veterans with service-connected disabilities, and for other purposes. ``(2) The cost-sharing requirements under TRICARE Select for covered veteran beneficiaries shall be calculated pursuant to subsection (d)(1), regardless of the date of the original enlistment or appointment of the beneficiary in the uniformed services. (2) Enrollment in tricare for life.--Section 1086(d) of such title is amended-- (A) in paragraph (1), by inserting before the period at the end the following: `` or pursuant to section 1075(h) of this title''; and (B) in paragraphs (2) and (4), by inserting ``, or section 1075(h) of this title,'' after ``a person referred to in subsection (c)'' both places it appears. ( (4) Enrollment in va health care.--Section 1705 of title 38, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(d)(1) A covered veteran beneficiary who enrolls in the TRICARE program may not be concurrently enrolled in the system of patient enrollment under subsection (a), and the Secretary may not furnish medical care to the covered veteran beneficiary under this chapter or other provision of law administered by the Secretary while the covered veteran beneficiary is so enrolled in the TRICARE program. b) Memorandum of Understanding.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense shall enter into a memorandum of understanding under which the Secretary of Veterans Affairs reimburses the Secretary of Defense for the costs of enrolling covered veteran beneficiaries in the TRICARE program pursuant to the amendments made by subsection (a), as jointly determined appropriate by the Secretaries. ( (3) Phase in.--During the one-year period following the date on which the regulations are prescribed under paragraph (2), the Secretaries shall phase in the enrollment of covered veteran beneficiaries in accordance with the annual open enrollment season of the TRICARE program. ( 2) Annual reports.--Not later than one year after the date on which the final report under paragraph (1) is required to be submitted, and annually thereafter, the Secretaries shall jointly submit to the Committees on Veterans' Affairs and Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a report on covered veteran beneficiaries enrolled in the TRICARE program. (

To amend title 10, United States Code, to provide eligibility for TRICARE Select to veterans with service-connected disabilities, and for other purposes. ``(2) The cost-sharing requirements under TRICARE Select for covered veteran beneficiaries shall be calculated pursuant to subsection (d)(1), regardless of the date of the original enlistment or appointment of the beneficiary in the uniformed services. 4) Enrollment in va health care.--Section 1705 of title 38, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(d)(1) A covered veteran beneficiary who enrolls in the TRICARE program may not be concurrently enrolled in the system of patient enrollment under subsection (a), and the Secretary may not furnish medical care to the covered veteran beneficiary under this chapter or other provision of law administered by the Secretary while the covered veteran beneficiary is so enrolled in the TRICARE program. b) Memorandum of Understanding.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense shall enter into a memorandum of understanding under which the Secretary of Veterans Affairs reimburses the Secretary of Defense for the costs of enrolling covered veteran beneficiaries in the TRICARE program pursuant to the amendments made by subsection (a), as jointly determined appropriate by the Secretaries. ( (3) Phase in.--During the one-year period following the date on which the regulations are prescribed under paragraph (2), the Secretaries shall phase in the enrollment of covered veteran beneficiaries in accordance with the annual open enrollment season of the TRICARE program. ( 2) Annual reports.--Not later than one year after the date on which the final report under paragraph (1) is required to be submitted, and annually thereafter, the Secretaries shall jointly submit to the Committees on Veterans' Affairs and Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a report on covered veteran beneficiaries enrolled in the TRICARE program. (

To amend title 10, United States Code, to provide eligibility for TRICARE Select to veterans with service-connected disabilities, and for other purposes. ``(2) The cost-sharing requirements under TRICARE Select for covered veteran beneficiaries shall be calculated pursuant to subsection (d)(1), regardless of the date of the original enlistment or appointment of the beneficiary in the uniformed services. (2) Enrollment in tricare for life.--Section 1086(d) of such title is amended-- (A) in paragraph (1), by inserting before the period at the end the following: `` or pursuant to section 1075(h) of this title''; and (B) in paragraphs (2) and (4), by inserting ``, or section 1075(h) of this title,'' after ``a person referred to in subsection (c)'' both places it appears. ( (4) Enrollment in va health care.--Section 1705 of title 38, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(d)(1) A covered veteran beneficiary who enrolls in the TRICARE program may not be concurrently enrolled in the system of patient enrollment under subsection (a), and the Secretary may not furnish medical care to the covered veteran beneficiary under this chapter or other provision of law administered by the Secretary while the covered veteran beneficiary is so enrolled in the TRICARE program. b) Memorandum of Understanding.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense shall enter into a memorandum of understanding under which the Secretary of Veterans Affairs reimburses the Secretary of Defense for the costs of enrolling covered veteran beneficiaries in the TRICARE program pursuant to the amendments made by subsection (a), as jointly determined appropriate by the Secretaries. ( (3) Phase in.--During the one-year period following the date on which the regulations are prescribed under paragraph (2), the Secretaries shall phase in the enrollment of covered veteran beneficiaries in accordance with the annual open enrollment season of the TRICARE program. ( 2) Annual reports.--Not later than one year after the date on which the final report under paragraph (1) is required to be submitted, and annually thereafter, the Secretaries shall jointly submit to the Committees on Veterans' Affairs and Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a report on covered veteran beneficiaries enrolled in the TRICARE program. (

To amend title 10, United States Code, to provide eligibility for TRICARE Select to veterans with service-connected disabilities, and for other purposes. ``(2) The cost-sharing requirements under TRICARE Select for covered veteran beneficiaries shall be calculated pursuant to subsection (d)(1), regardless of the date of the original enlistment or appointment of the beneficiary in the uniformed services. 4) Enrollment in va health care.--Section 1705 of title 38, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(d)(1) A covered veteran beneficiary who enrolls in the TRICARE program may not be concurrently enrolled in the system of patient enrollment under subsection (a), and the Secretary may not furnish medical care to the covered veteran beneficiary under this chapter or other provision of law administered by the Secretary while the covered veteran beneficiary is so enrolled in the TRICARE program. b) Memorandum of Understanding.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense shall enter into a memorandum of understanding under which the Secretary of Veterans Affairs reimburses the Secretary of Defense for the costs of enrolling covered veteran beneficiaries in the TRICARE program pursuant to the amendments made by subsection (a), as jointly determined appropriate by the Secretaries. ( (3) Phase in.--During the one-year period following the date on which the regulations are prescribed under paragraph (2), the Secretaries shall phase in the enrollment of covered veteran beneficiaries in accordance with the annual open enrollment season of the TRICARE program. ( 2) Annual reports.--Not later than one year after the date on which the final report under paragraph (1) is required to be submitted, and annually thereafter, the Secretaries shall jointly submit to the Committees on Veterans' Affairs and Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a report on covered veteran beneficiaries enrolled in the TRICARE program. (

To amend title 10, United States Code, to provide eligibility for TRICARE Select to veterans with service-connected disabilities, and for other purposes. 4) Enrollment in va health care.--Section 1705 of title 38, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(d)(1) A covered veteran beneficiary who enrolls in the TRICARE program may not be concurrently enrolled in the system of patient enrollment under subsection (a), and the Secretary may not furnish medical care to the covered veteran beneficiary under this chapter or other provision of law administered by the Secretary while the covered veteran beneficiary is so enrolled in the TRICARE program. b) Memorandum of Understanding.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense shall enter into a memorandum of understanding under which the Secretary of Veterans Affairs reimburses the Secretary of Defense for the costs of enrolling covered veteran beneficiaries in the TRICARE program pursuant to the amendments made by subsection (a), as jointly determined appropriate by the Secretaries. ( ( 3) Phase in.--During the one-year period following the date on which the regulations are prescribed under paragraph (2), the Secretaries shall phase in the enrollment of covered veteran beneficiaries in accordance with the annual open enrollment season of the TRICARE program. (

S.516

Transportation and Public Works

Advanced Air Mobility Coordination and Leadership Act This act directs the Department of Transportation to establish an Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) interagency working group to plan and coordinate efforts related to the safety, infrastructure, physical security, cybersecurity, and federal investment necessary to bolster the AAM ecosystem, particularly passenger-carrying aircraft, in the United States. Advanced Air Mobility refers to an air transportation system that moves people and cargo between places using new aircraft designs that are integrated into existing airspace operations as well as operated in local, regional, intraregional, rural, and urban environments. Additionally, the Government Accountability Office must study and report to Congress on the interests, roles, and responsibilities of federal, state, local, and tribal governments affected by AAM aircraft and operations.

[117th Congress Public Law 203] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. 2227]] Public Law 117-203 117th Congress An Act To plan for and coordinate efforts to integrate advanced air mobility aircraft into the national airspace system, and for other purposes. <<NOTE: Oct. 17, 2022 - [S. 516]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Advanced Air Mobility Coordination and Leadership Act.>> SECTION <<NOTE: 49 USC 40101 note.>> 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Advanced Air Mobility Coordination and Leadership Act'' SEC. <<NOTE: Deadlines. 49 USC 40101 note.>> 2. ADVANCED AIR MOBILITY WORKING GROUP. (a) <<NOTE: Establishment.>> In General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Transportation shall establish an advanced air mobility interagency working group (in this section referred to as the ``working group''). (b) Purpose.--Advanced Air Mobility represents a key area of sustainable transportation and economic growth for the United States and it is imperative that the Federal Government foster leadership and interagency collaboration in the adoption and deployment of this technology. <<NOTE: Plan. Coordination.>> The purpose of the working group established under this section shall be to plan for and coordinate efforts related to safety, operations, infrastructure, physical security and cybersecurity, and Federal investment necessary for maturation of the AAM ecosystem in the United States, particularly passenger-carrying aircraft, in order to-- (1) grow new transportation options; (2) amplify economic activity and jobs; (3) advance environmental sustainability and new technologies; and (4) support emergency preparedness and competitiveness. (c) <<NOTE: Designations.>> Membership.--Not later than 60 days after the establishment of the working group under subsection (a), the Secretary of Transportation shall-- (1) <<NOTE: Appointment.>> appoint the Under Secretary of Transportation for Policy to chair the working group; (2) designate not less than 1 additional representative to participate on the working group from each of-- (A) the Department of Transportation; and (B) the Federal Aviation Administration; and (3) invite the heads of each of the following departments or agencies to designate not less than 1 representative to participate on the working group, including-- (A) the National Aeronautics and Space Administration; (B) the Department of Commerce; [[Page 136 STAT. 2228]] (C) the Department of Defense; (D) the Department of Energy; (E) the Department of Homeland Security; (F) the Department of Agriculture; (G) the Department of Labor; (H) the Federal Communications Commission; and (I) such other departments or agencies as the Secretary of Transportation determines appropriate. (d) Coordination.-- (1) <<NOTE: Determination.>> In general.--The working group shall engage with State, local, and Tribal governments, aviation industry and labor stakeholders, stakeholder associations, and others determined appropriate by the Secretary of Transportation and the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration, including-- (A) manufacturers of aircraft, avionics, propulsion systems, structures, and air traffic management systems; (B) commercial air carriers, commercial operators, unmanned aircraft system operators, and general aviation operators, including helicopter operators; (C) intended operators of AAM aircraft; (D) airports, heliports, fixed-base operators; (E) certified labor representatives for pilots associations, air traffic control specialists employed by the Federal Aviation Administration, aircraft mechanics, and aviation safety inspectors; (F) State, local, and Tribal officials or public agencies, with representation from both urban and rural areas; (G) first responders; (H) groups representing environmental interests; (I) electric utilities, energy providers and energy market operators; (J) academia with experience working with industry on new technology and commercialization; (K) groups representing the telecommunications industry; and (L) aviation training and maintenance providers. (2) Advisory committees.--The Secretary of Transportation and Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration may use such Federal advisory committees as may be appropriate to coordinate with the entities listed in paragraph (1). (e) Review and Examination.--Not later than 1 year after the working group is established under subsection (a), the working group shall complete a review and examination of, at a minimum-- (1) the steps that will mature AAM aircraft operations, concepts, and regulatory frameworks beyond initial operations; (2) the air traffic management and safety concepts that might be considered as part of evolving AAM to higher levels of traffic density; (3) current Federal programs and policies that could be leveraged to advance the maturation of the AAM industry; (4) infrastructure, including aviation, cybersecurity, telecommunication, multimodal, and utility infrastructure, necessary to accommodate and support expanded operations of AAM after initial implementation; [[Page 136 STAT. 2229]] (5) steps needed to ensure a robust and secure domestic supply chain; (6) anticipated benefits associated with AAM aircraft operations, including economic, environmental, emergency and natural disaster response, and transportation benefits; (7) the interests, roles, and responsibilities of Federal, State, local, and Tribal governments affected by AAM aircraft operations; and (8) other factors that may limit the full potential of the AAM industry, including community acceptance or restrictions of such operations. (f) AAM National Strategy.--Based on the review and examination performed under subsection (e), the working group shall develop an AAM National Strategy that includes-- (1) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> recommendations regarding the safety, operations, security, infrastructure, air traffic concepts, and other Federal investment or actions necessary to support the evolution of early AAM to higher levels of activity and societal benefit; and (2) <<NOTE: Plan.>> a comprehensive plan detailing the roles and responsibilities of each Federal department and agency, and of State, local, and Tribal governments, necessary to facilitate or implement the recommendations developed under paragraph (1). (g) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the completion of the review and examination performed under subsection (e), the working group shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report-- (1) detailing findings from the review and examination performed under subsection (e); and (2) providing the AAM National Strategy, including the plan and associated recommendations developed under subsection (f). (h) <<NOTE: Notification.>> Evaluation of Termination of Working Group.--Not later than 30 days after the date on which the working group submits the report required under subsection (g), the Secretary of Transportation shall evaluate and decide whether to terminate the working group and shall notify the appropriate committees of Congress of such decision. (i) Definitions.--For purposes of this section and section 3: (1) Advanced air mobility; aam.--The terms ``advanced air mobility'' and ``AAM'' mean a transportation system that transports people and property by air between two points in the United States using aircraft with advanced technologies, including electric aircraft or electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft, in both controlled and uncontrolled airspace. (2) Appropriate committees of congress.--The term ``appropriate committees of Congress'' means-- (A) the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate; and (B) the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives. (3) Electric aircraft.--The term ``electric aircraft'' means an aircraft with a fully electric or hybrid (fuel and electric) driven propulsion system used for flight. (4) Fixed-base operator.--The term ``fixed-base operator'' means a business granted the right by an airport sponsor or heliport sponsor to operate on an airport or heliport and [[Page 136 STAT. 2230]] provide aeronautical services, including fueling and charging, aircraft hangaring, tiedown and parking, aircraft rental, aircraft maintenance, and flight instruction. (5) State.--The term ``State'' has the meaning given such term in section 47102 of title 49, United States Code. (6) Vertical take-off and landing.--The term ``vertical take-off and landing'' means an aircraft with lift/thrust units used to generate powered lift and control and with two or more lift/thrust units used to provide lift during vertical take-off or landing. SEC. 3. GAO STUDY AND REPORT. (a) In General.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall-- (1) conduct a study on the interests, roles, and responsibilities of Federal, State, local, and Tribal governments affected by AAM aircraft and operations; and (2) submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the study, including the Comptroller General's findings and conclusions. (b) <<NOTE: Review.>> Requirements.--In conducting the study required under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall review the following: (1) The state of the law as of the enactment of this Act with respect to Federal authority over operations of AAM aircraft systems in the national airspace system. (2) The state of the law as of the enactment of this Act with respect to State, local, and Tribal authority over operations of AAM aircraft in the national airspace system. (3) Potential gaps between authorities under paragraphs (1) and (2). (4) Proposals to facilitate the safe and financially viable growth and development of the AAM industry and integration of AAM aircraft into the national airspace system. Approved October 17, 2022. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--S. 516 (H.R. 1339): --------------------------------------------------------------------------- HOUSE REPORTS: No. 117-158 (Comm. on Transportation and Infrastructure) accompanying H.R. 1339. SENATE REPORTS: No. 117-53 (Comm. on Commerce, Science, and Transportation). CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 168 (2022): Mar. 23, considered and passed Senate. June 13, 14, considered and passed House, amended. Sept. 21, Senate concurred in House amendment. <all>

Advanced Air Mobility Coordination and Leadership Act

A bill to plan for and coordinate efforts to integrate advanced air mobility aircraft into the national airspace system, and for other purposes.

Advanced Air Mobility Coordination and Leadership Act Advanced Air Mobility Coordination and Leadership Act Advanced Air Mobility Coordination and Leadership Act

Sen. Moran, Jerry

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KS

This act directs the Department of Transportation to establish an Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) interagency working group to plan and coordinate efforts related to the safety, infrastructure, physical security, cybersecurity, and federal investment necessary to bolster the AAM ecosystem, particularly passenger-carrying aircraft, in the United States. Advanced Air Mobility refers to an air transportation system that moves people and cargo between places using new aircraft designs that are integrated into existing airspace operations as well as operated in local, regional, intraregional, rural, and urban environments. Additionally, the Government Accountability Office must study and report to Congress on the interests, roles, and responsibilities of federal, state, local, and tribal governments affected by AAM aircraft and operations.

SHORT TITLE. 49 USC 40101 note.>> 2. ADVANCED AIR MOBILITY WORKING GROUP. (b) Purpose.--Advanced Air Mobility represents a key area of sustainable transportation and economic growth for the United States and it is imperative that the Federal Government foster leadership and interagency collaboration in the adoption and deployment of this technology. <<NOTE: Plan. Coordination.>> The purpose of the working group established under this section shall be to plan for and coordinate efforts related to safety, operations, infrastructure, physical security and cybersecurity, and Federal investment necessary for maturation of the AAM ecosystem in the United States, particularly passenger-carrying aircraft, in order to-- (1) grow new transportation options; (2) amplify economic activity and jobs; (3) advance environmental sustainability and new technologies; and (4) support emergency preparedness and competitiveness. 2228]] (C) the Department of Defense; (D) the Department of Energy; (E) the Department of Homeland Security; (F) the Department of Agriculture; (G) the Department of Labor; (H) the Federal Communications Commission; and (I) such other departments or agencies as the Secretary of Transportation determines appropriate. (2) Advisory committees.--The Secretary of Transportation and Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration may use such Federal advisory committees as may be appropriate to coordinate with the entities listed in paragraph (1). (g) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the completion of the review and examination performed under subsection (e), the working group shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report-- (1) detailing findings from the review and examination performed under subsection (e); and (2) providing the AAM National Strategy, including the plan and associated recommendations developed under subsection (f). (2) Appropriate committees of congress.--The term ``appropriate committees of Congress'' means-- (A) the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate; and (B) the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives. (3) Electric aircraft.--The term ``electric aircraft'' means an aircraft with a fully electric or hybrid (fuel and electric) driven propulsion system used for flight. (4) Fixed-base operator.--The term ``fixed-base operator'' means a business granted the right by an airport sponsor or heliport sponsor to operate on an airport or heliport and [[Page 136 STAT. (6) Vertical take-off and landing.--The term ``vertical take-off and landing'' means an aircraft with lift/thrust units used to generate powered lift and control and with two or more lift/thrust units used to provide lift during vertical take-off or landing. SEC. 3. GAO STUDY AND REPORT. (2) The state of the law as of the enactment of this Act with respect to State, local, and Tribal authority over operations of AAM aircraft in the national airspace system. Approved October 17, 2022. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--S. 516 (H.R. 117-158 (Comm. 1339. 23, considered and passed Senate.

ADVANCED AIR MOBILITY WORKING GROUP. (b) Purpose.--Advanced Air Mobility represents a key area of sustainable transportation and economic growth for the United States and it is imperative that the Federal Government foster leadership and interagency collaboration in the adoption and deployment of this technology. <<NOTE: Plan. 2228]] (C) the Department of Defense; (D) the Department of Energy; (E) the Department of Homeland Security; (F) the Department of Agriculture; (G) the Department of Labor; (H) the Federal Communications Commission; and (I) such other departments or agencies as the Secretary of Transportation determines appropriate. (2) Advisory committees.--The Secretary of Transportation and Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration may use such Federal advisory committees as may be appropriate to coordinate with the entities listed in paragraph (1). (g) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the completion of the review and examination performed under subsection (e), the working group shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report-- (1) detailing findings from the review and examination performed under subsection (e); and (2) providing the AAM National Strategy, including the plan and associated recommendations developed under subsection (f). (2) Appropriate committees of congress.--The term ``appropriate committees of Congress'' means-- (A) the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate; and (B) the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives. (3) Electric aircraft.--The term ``electric aircraft'' means an aircraft with a fully electric or hybrid (fuel and electric) driven propulsion system used for flight. (4) Fixed-base operator.--The term ``fixed-base operator'' means a business granted the right by an airport sponsor or heliport sponsor to operate on an airport or heliport and [[Page 136 STAT. (6) Vertical take-off and landing.--The term ``vertical take-off and landing'' means an aircraft with lift/thrust units used to generate powered lift and control and with two or more lift/thrust units used to provide lift during vertical take-off or landing. SEC. 3. GAO STUDY AND REPORT. (2) The state of the law as of the enactment of this Act with respect to State, local, and Tribal authority over operations of AAM aircraft in the national airspace system. Approved October 17, 2022. 117-158 (Comm. 1339.

[117th Congress Public Law 203] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. SHORT TITLE. 49 USC 40101 note.>> 2. ADVANCED AIR MOBILITY WORKING GROUP. (b) Purpose.--Advanced Air Mobility represents a key area of sustainable transportation and economic growth for the United States and it is imperative that the Federal Government foster leadership and interagency collaboration in the adoption and deployment of this technology. <<NOTE: Plan. Coordination.>> The purpose of the working group established under this section shall be to plan for and coordinate efforts related to safety, operations, infrastructure, physical security and cybersecurity, and Federal investment necessary for maturation of the AAM ecosystem in the United States, particularly passenger-carrying aircraft, in order to-- (1) grow new transportation options; (2) amplify economic activity and jobs; (3) advance environmental sustainability and new technologies; and (4) support emergency preparedness and competitiveness. 2228]] (C) the Department of Defense; (D) the Department of Energy; (E) the Department of Homeland Security; (F) the Department of Agriculture; (G) the Department of Labor; (H) the Federal Communications Commission; and (I) such other departments or agencies as the Secretary of Transportation determines appropriate. (2) Advisory committees.--The Secretary of Transportation and Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration may use such Federal advisory committees as may be appropriate to coordinate with the entities listed in paragraph (1). (e) Review and Examination.--Not later than 1 year after the working group is established under subsection (a), the working group shall complete a review and examination of, at a minimum-- (1) the steps that will mature AAM aircraft operations, concepts, and regulatory frameworks beyond initial operations; (2) the air traffic management and safety concepts that might be considered as part of evolving AAM to higher levels of traffic density; (3) current Federal programs and policies that could be leveraged to advance the maturation of the AAM industry; (4) infrastructure, including aviation, cybersecurity, telecommunication, multimodal, and utility infrastructure, necessary to accommodate and support expanded operations of AAM after initial implementation; [[Page 136 STAT. (g) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the completion of the review and examination performed under subsection (e), the working group shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report-- (1) detailing findings from the review and examination performed under subsection (e); and (2) providing the AAM National Strategy, including the plan and associated recommendations developed under subsection (f). (2) Appropriate committees of congress.--The term ``appropriate committees of Congress'' means-- (A) the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate; and (B) the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives. (3) Electric aircraft.--The term ``electric aircraft'' means an aircraft with a fully electric or hybrid (fuel and electric) driven propulsion system used for flight. (4) Fixed-base operator.--The term ``fixed-base operator'' means a business granted the right by an airport sponsor or heliport sponsor to operate on an airport or heliport and [[Page 136 STAT. 2230]] provide aeronautical services, including fueling and charging, aircraft hangaring, tiedown and parking, aircraft rental, aircraft maintenance, and flight instruction. (6) Vertical take-off and landing.--The term ``vertical take-off and landing'' means an aircraft with lift/thrust units used to generate powered lift and control and with two or more lift/thrust units used to provide lift during vertical take-off or landing. SEC. 3. GAO STUDY AND REPORT. (a) In General.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall-- (1) conduct a study on the interests, roles, and responsibilities of Federal, State, local, and Tribal governments affected by AAM aircraft and operations; and (2) submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the study, including the Comptroller General's findings and conclusions. (2) The state of the law as of the enactment of this Act with respect to State, local, and Tribal authority over operations of AAM aircraft in the national airspace system. (4) Proposals to facilitate the safe and financially viable growth and development of the AAM industry and integration of AAM aircraft into the national airspace system. Approved October 17, 2022. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--S. 516 (H.R. 117-158 (Comm. 1339. CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 168 (2022): Mar. 23, considered and passed Senate. Sept. 21, Senate concurred in House amendment.

[117th Congress Public Law 203] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. SHORT TITLE. <<NOTE: Deadlines. 49 USC 40101 note.>> 2. ADVANCED AIR MOBILITY WORKING GROUP. (b) Purpose.--Advanced Air Mobility represents a key area of sustainable transportation and economic growth for the United States and it is imperative that the Federal Government foster leadership and interagency collaboration in the adoption and deployment of this technology. <<NOTE: Plan. Coordination.>> The purpose of the working group established under this section shall be to plan for and coordinate efforts related to safety, operations, infrastructure, physical security and cybersecurity, and Federal investment necessary for maturation of the AAM ecosystem in the United States, particularly passenger-carrying aircraft, in order to-- (1) grow new transportation options; (2) amplify economic activity and jobs; (3) advance environmental sustainability and new technologies; and (4) support emergency preparedness and competitiveness. (c) <<NOTE: Designations.>> Membership.--Not later than 60 days after the establishment of the working group under subsection (a), the Secretary of Transportation shall-- (1) <<NOTE: Appointment.>> appoint the Under Secretary of Transportation for Policy to chair the working group; (2) designate not less than 1 additional representative to participate on the working group from each of-- (A) the Department of Transportation; and (B) the Federal Aviation Administration; and (3) invite the heads of each of the following departments or agencies to designate not less than 1 representative to participate on the working group, including-- (A) the National Aeronautics and Space Administration; (B) the Department of Commerce; [[Page 136 STAT. 2228]] (C) the Department of Defense; (D) the Department of Energy; (E) the Department of Homeland Security; (F) the Department of Agriculture; (G) the Department of Labor; (H) the Federal Communications Commission; and (I) such other departments or agencies as the Secretary of Transportation determines appropriate. (2) Advisory committees.--The Secretary of Transportation and Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration may use such Federal advisory committees as may be appropriate to coordinate with the entities listed in paragraph (1). (e) Review and Examination.--Not later than 1 year after the working group is established under subsection (a), the working group shall complete a review and examination of, at a minimum-- (1) the steps that will mature AAM aircraft operations, concepts, and regulatory frameworks beyond initial operations; (2) the air traffic management and safety concepts that might be considered as part of evolving AAM to higher levels of traffic density; (3) current Federal programs and policies that could be leveraged to advance the maturation of the AAM industry; (4) infrastructure, including aviation, cybersecurity, telecommunication, multimodal, and utility infrastructure, necessary to accommodate and support expanded operations of AAM after initial implementation; [[Page 136 STAT. 2229]] (5) steps needed to ensure a robust and secure domestic supply chain; (6) anticipated benefits associated with AAM aircraft operations, including economic, environmental, emergency and natural disaster response, and transportation benefits; (7) the interests, roles, and responsibilities of Federal, State, local, and Tribal governments affected by AAM aircraft operations; and (8) other factors that may limit the full potential of the AAM industry, including community acceptance or restrictions of such operations. (g) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the completion of the review and examination performed under subsection (e), the working group shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report-- (1) detailing findings from the review and examination performed under subsection (e); and (2) providing the AAM National Strategy, including the plan and associated recommendations developed under subsection (f). (2) Appropriate committees of congress.--The term ``appropriate committees of Congress'' means-- (A) the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate; and (B) the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives. (3) Electric aircraft.--The term ``electric aircraft'' means an aircraft with a fully electric or hybrid (fuel and electric) driven propulsion system used for flight. (4) Fixed-base operator.--The term ``fixed-base operator'' means a business granted the right by an airport sponsor or heliport sponsor to operate on an airport or heliport and [[Page 136 STAT. 2230]] provide aeronautical services, including fueling and charging, aircraft hangaring, tiedown and parking, aircraft rental, aircraft maintenance, and flight instruction. (6) Vertical take-off and landing.--The term ``vertical take-off and landing'' means an aircraft with lift/thrust units used to generate powered lift and control and with two or more lift/thrust units used to provide lift during vertical take-off or landing. SEC. 3. GAO STUDY AND REPORT. (a) In General.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall-- (1) conduct a study on the interests, roles, and responsibilities of Federal, State, local, and Tribal governments affected by AAM aircraft and operations; and (2) submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the study, including the Comptroller General's findings and conclusions. (2) The state of the law as of the enactment of this Act with respect to State, local, and Tribal authority over operations of AAM aircraft in the national airspace system. (4) Proposals to facilitate the safe and financially viable growth and development of the AAM industry and integration of AAM aircraft into the national airspace system. Approved October 17, 2022. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--S. 516 (H.R. 117-158 (Comm. 1339. CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 168 (2022): Mar. 23, considered and passed Senate. June 13, 14, considered and passed House, amended. Sept. 21, Senate concurred in House amendment.

[117th Congress Public Law 203] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: Oct. 17, 2022 - [S. 516]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Advanced Air Mobility Coordination and Leadership Act. >> The purpose of the working group established under this section shall be to plan for and coordinate efforts related to safety, operations, infrastructure, physical security and cybersecurity, and Federal investment necessary for maturation of the AAM ecosystem in the United States, particularly passenger-carrying aircraft, in order to-- (1) grow new transportation options; (2) amplify economic activity and jobs; (3) advance environmental sustainability and new technologies; and (4) support emergency preparedness and competitiveness. ( >> Membership.--Not later than 60 days after the establishment of the working group under subsection (a), the Secretary of Transportation shall-- (1) <<NOTE: Appointment. (d) Coordination.-- (1) <<NOTE: Determination. 2) Advisory committees.--The Secretary of Transportation and Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration may use such Federal advisory committees as may be appropriate to coordinate with the entities listed in paragraph (1). 2229]] (5) steps needed to ensure a robust and secure domestic supply chain; (6) anticipated benefits associated with AAM aircraft operations, including economic, environmental, emergency and natural disaster response, and transportation benefits; (7) the interests, roles, and responsibilities of Federal, State, local, and Tribal governments affected by AAM aircraft operations; and (8) other factors that may limit the full potential of the AAM industry, including community acceptance or restrictions of such operations. (f) AAM National Strategy.--Based on the review and examination performed under subsection (e), the working group shall develop an AAM National Strategy that includes-- (1) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions. >> Evaluation of Termination of Working Group.--Not later than 30 days after the date on which the working group submits the report required under subsection (g), the Secretary of Transportation shall evaluate and decide whether to terminate the working group and shall notify the appropriate committees of Congress of such decision. (i) Definitions.--For purposes of this section and section 3: (1) Advanced air mobility; aam.--The terms ``advanced air mobility'' and ``AAM'' mean a transportation system that transports people and property by air between two points in the United States using aircraft with advanced technologies, including electric aircraft or electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft, in both controlled and uncontrolled airspace. ( 3) Electric aircraft.--The term ``electric aircraft'' means an aircraft with a fully electric or hybrid (fuel and electric) driven propulsion system used for flight. ( (a) In General.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall-- (1) conduct a study on the interests, roles, and responsibilities of Federal, State, local, and Tribal governments affected by AAM aircraft and operations; and (2) submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the study, including the Comptroller General's findings and conclusions. ( >> Requirements.--In conducting the study required under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall review the following: (1) The state of the law as of the enactment of this Act with respect to Federal authority over operations of AAM aircraft systems in the national airspace system. ( 168 (2022): Mar. 23, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 203] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. >> The purpose of the working group established under this section shall be to plan for and coordinate efforts related to safety, operations, infrastructure, physical security and cybersecurity, and Federal investment necessary for maturation of the AAM ecosystem in the United States, particularly passenger-carrying aircraft, in order to-- (1) grow new transportation options; (2) amplify economic activity and jobs; (3) advance environmental sustainability and new technologies; and (4) support emergency preparedness and competitiveness. (c) <<NOTE: Designations. >> Membership.--Not later than 60 days after the establishment of the working group under subsection (a), the Secretary of Transportation shall-- (1) <<NOTE: Appointment. 2229]] (5) steps needed to ensure a robust and secure domestic supply chain; (6) anticipated benefits associated with AAM aircraft operations, including economic, environmental, emergency and natural disaster response, and transportation benefits; (7) the interests, roles, and responsibilities of Federal, State, local, and Tribal governments affected by AAM aircraft operations; and (8) other factors that may limit the full potential of the AAM industry, including community acceptance or restrictions of such operations. ( g) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the completion of the review and examination performed under subsection (e), the working group shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report-- (1) detailing findings from the review and examination performed under subsection (e); and (2) providing the AAM National Strategy, including the plan and associated recommendations developed under subsection (f). (h) <<NOTE: Notification. i) Definitions.--For purposes of this section and section 3: (1) Advanced air mobility; aam.--The terms ``advanced air mobility'' and ``AAM'' mean a transportation system that transports people and property by air between two points in the United States using aircraft with advanced technologies, including electric aircraft or electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft, in both controlled and uncontrolled airspace. ( 6) Vertical take-off and landing.--The term ``vertical take-off and landing'' means an aircraft with lift/thrust units used to generate powered lift and control and with two or more lift/thrust units used to provide lift during vertical take-off or landing. >> Requirements.--In conducting the study required under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall review the following: (1) The state of the law as of the enactment of this Act with respect to Federal authority over operations of AAM aircraft systems in the national airspace system. ( 2) The state of the law as of the enactment of this Act with respect to State, local, and Tribal authority over operations of AAM aircraft in the national airspace system. ( 168 (2022): Mar. 23, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 203] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. >> The purpose of the working group established under this section shall be to plan for and coordinate efforts related to safety, operations, infrastructure, physical security and cybersecurity, and Federal investment necessary for maturation of the AAM ecosystem in the United States, particularly passenger-carrying aircraft, in order to-- (1) grow new transportation options; (2) amplify economic activity and jobs; (3) advance environmental sustainability and new technologies; and (4) support emergency preparedness and competitiveness. (c) <<NOTE: Designations. >> Membership.--Not later than 60 days after the establishment of the working group under subsection (a), the Secretary of Transportation shall-- (1) <<NOTE: Appointment. 2229]] (5) steps needed to ensure a robust and secure domestic supply chain; (6) anticipated benefits associated with AAM aircraft operations, including economic, environmental, emergency and natural disaster response, and transportation benefits; (7) the interests, roles, and responsibilities of Federal, State, local, and Tribal governments affected by AAM aircraft operations; and (8) other factors that may limit the full potential of the AAM industry, including community acceptance or restrictions of such operations. ( g) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the completion of the review and examination performed under subsection (e), the working group shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report-- (1) detailing findings from the review and examination performed under subsection (e); and (2) providing the AAM National Strategy, including the plan and associated recommendations developed under subsection (f). (h) <<NOTE: Notification. i) Definitions.--For purposes of this section and section 3: (1) Advanced air mobility; aam.--The terms ``advanced air mobility'' and ``AAM'' mean a transportation system that transports people and property by air between two points in the United States using aircraft with advanced technologies, including electric aircraft or electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft, in both controlled and uncontrolled airspace. ( 6) Vertical take-off and landing.--The term ``vertical take-off and landing'' means an aircraft with lift/thrust units used to generate powered lift and control and with two or more lift/thrust units used to provide lift during vertical take-off or landing. >> Requirements.--In conducting the study required under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall review the following: (1) The state of the law as of the enactment of this Act with respect to Federal authority over operations of AAM aircraft systems in the national airspace system. ( 2) The state of the law as of the enactment of this Act with respect to State, local, and Tribal authority over operations of AAM aircraft in the national airspace system. ( 168 (2022): Mar. 23, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 203] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: Oct. 17, 2022 - [S. 516]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Advanced Air Mobility Coordination and Leadership Act. >> The purpose of the working group established under this section shall be to plan for and coordinate efforts related to safety, operations, infrastructure, physical security and cybersecurity, and Federal investment necessary for maturation of the AAM ecosystem in the United States, particularly passenger-carrying aircraft, in order to-- (1) grow new transportation options; (2) amplify economic activity and jobs; (3) advance environmental sustainability and new technologies; and (4) support emergency preparedness and competitiveness. ( >> Membership.--Not later than 60 days after the establishment of the working group under subsection (a), the Secretary of Transportation shall-- (1) <<NOTE: Appointment. (d) Coordination.-- (1) <<NOTE: Determination. 2) Advisory committees.--The Secretary of Transportation and Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration may use such Federal advisory committees as may be appropriate to coordinate with the entities listed in paragraph (1). 2229]] (5) steps needed to ensure a robust and secure domestic supply chain; (6) anticipated benefits associated with AAM aircraft operations, including economic, environmental, emergency and natural disaster response, and transportation benefits; (7) the interests, roles, and responsibilities of Federal, State, local, and Tribal governments affected by AAM aircraft operations; and (8) other factors that may limit the full potential of the AAM industry, including community acceptance or restrictions of such operations. (f) AAM National Strategy.--Based on the review and examination performed under subsection (e), the working group shall develop an AAM National Strategy that includes-- (1) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions. >> Evaluation of Termination of Working Group.--Not later than 30 days after the date on which the working group submits the report required under subsection (g), the Secretary of Transportation shall evaluate and decide whether to terminate the working group and shall notify the appropriate committees of Congress of such decision. (i) Definitions.--For purposes of this section and section 3: (1) Advanced air mobility; aam.--The terms ``advanced air mobility'' and ``AAM'' mean a transportation system that transports people and property by air between two points in the United States using aircraft with advanced technologies, including electric aircraft or electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft, in both controlled and uncontrolled airspace. ( 3) Electric aircraft.--The term ``electric aircraft'' means an aircraft with a fully electric or hybrid (fuel and electric) driven propulsion system used for flight. ( (a) In General.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall-- (1) conduct a study on the interests, roles, and responsibilities of Federal, State, local, and Tribal governments affected by AAM aircraft and operations; and (2) submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the study, including the Comptroller General's findings and conclusions. ( >> Requirements.--In conducting the study required under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall review the following: (1) The state of the law as of the enactment of this Act with respect to Federal authority over operations of AAM aircraft systems in the national airspace system. ( 168 (2022): Mar. 23, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 203] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. >> The purpose of the working group established under this section shall be to plan for and coordinate efforts related to safety, operations, infrastructure, physical security and cybersecurity, and Federal investment necessary for maturation of the AAM ecosystem in the United States, particularly passenger-carrying aircraft, in order to-- (1) grow new transportation options; (2) amplify economic activity and jobs; (3) advance environmental sustainability and new technologies; and (4) support emergency preparedness and competitiveness. (c) <<NOTE: Designations. >> Membership.--Not later than 60 days after the establishment of the working group under subsection (a), the Secretary of Transportation shall-- (1) <<NOTE: Appointment. 2229]] (5) steps needed to ensure a robust and secure domestic supply chain; (6) anticipated benefits associated with AAM aircraft operations, including economic, environmental, emergency and natural disaster response, and transportation benefits; (7) the interests, roles, and responsibilities of Federal, State, local, and Tribal governments affected by AAM aircraft operations; and (8) other factors that may limit the full potential of the AAM industry, including community acceptance or restrictions of such operations. ( g) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the completion of the review and examination performed under subsection (e), the working group shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report-- (1) detailing findings from the review and examination performed under subsection (e); and (2) providing the AAM National Strategy, including the plan and associated recommendations developed under subsection (f). (h) <<NOTE: Notification. i) Definitions.--For purposes of this section and section 3: (1) Advanced air mobility; aam.--The terms ``advanced air mobility'' and ``AAM'' mean a transportation system that transports people and property by air between two points in the United States using aircraft with advanced technologies, including electric aircraft or electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft, in both controlled and uncontrolled airspace. ( 6) Vertical take-off and landing.--The term ``vertical take-off and landing'' means an aircraft with lift/thrust units used to generate powered lift and control and with two or more lift/thrust units used to provide lift during vertical take-off or landing. >> Requirements.--In conducting the study required under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall review the following: (1) The state of the law as of the enactment of this Act with respect to Federal authority over operations of AAM aircraft systems in the national airspace system. ( 2) The state of the law as of the enactment of this Act with respect to State, local, and Tribal authority over operations of AAM aircraft in the national airspace system. ( 168 (2022): Mar. 23, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 203] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: Oct. 17, 2022 - [S. 516]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Advanced Air Mobility Coordination and Leadership Act. >> The purpose of the working group established under this section shall be to plan for and coordinate efforts related to safety, operations, infrastructure, physical security and cybersecurity, and Federal investment necessary for maturation of the AAM ecosystem in the United States, particularly passenger-carrying aircraft, in order to-- (1) grow new transportation options; (2) amplify economic activity and jobs; (3) advance environmental sustainability and new technologies; and (4) support emergency preparedness and competitiveness. ( >> Membership.--Not later than 60 days after the establishment of the working group under subsection (a), the Secretary of Transportation shall-- (1) <<NOTE: Appointment. (d) Coordination.-- (1) <<NOTE: Determination. 2) Advisory committees.--The Secretary of Transportation and Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration may use such Federal advisory committees as may be appropriate to coordinate with the entities listed in paragraph (1). 2229]] (5) steps needed to ensure a robust and secure domestic supply chain; (6) anticipated benefits associated with AAM aircraft operations, including economic, environmental, emergency and natural disaster response, and transportation benefits; (7) the interests, roles, and responsibilities of Federal, State, local, and Tribal governments affected by AAM aircraft operations; and (8) other factors that may limit the full potential of the AAM industry, including community acceptance or restrictions of such operations. (f) AAM National Strategy.--Based on the review and examination performed under subsection (e), the working group shall develop an AAM National Strategy that includes-- (1) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions. >> Evaluation of Termination of Working Group.--Not later than 30 days after the date on which the working group submits the report required under subsection (g), the Secretary of Transportation shall evaluate and decide whether to terminate the working group and shall notify the appropriate committees of Congress of such decision. (i) Definitions.--For purposes of this section and section 3: (1) Advanced air mobility; aam.--The terms ``advanced air mobility'' and ``AAM'' mean a transportation system that transports people and property by air between two points in the United States using aircraft with advanced technologies, including electric aircraft or electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft, in both controlled and uncontrolled airspace. ( 3) Electric aircraft.--The term ``electric aircraft'' means an aircraft with a fully electric or hybrid (fuel and electric) driven propulsion system used for flight. ( (a) In General.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall-- (1) conduct a study on the interests, roles, and responsibilities of Federal, State, local, and Tribal governments affected by AAM aircraft and operations; and (2) submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the study, including the Comptroller General's findings and conclusions. ( >> Requirements.--In conducting the study required under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall review the following: (1) The state of the law as of the enactment of this Act with respect to Federal authority over operations of AAM aircraft systems in the national airspace system. ( 168 (2022): Mar. 23, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 203] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. >> The purpose of the working group established under this section shall be to plan for and coordinate efforts related to safety, operations, infrastructure, physical security and cybersecurity, and Federal investment necessary for maturation of the AAM ecosystem in the United States, particularly passenger-carrying aircraft, in order to-- (1) grow new transportation options; (2) amplify economic activity and jobs; (3) advance environmental sustainability and new technologies; and (4) support emergency preparedness and competitiveness. (c) <<NOTE: Designations. >> Membership.--Not later than 60 days after the establishment of the working group under subsection (a), the Secretary of Transportation shall-- (1) <<NOTE: Appointment. 2229]] (5) steps needed to ensure a robust and secure domestic supply chain; (6) anticipated benefits associated with AAM aircraft operations, including economic, environmental, emergency and natural disaster response, and transportation benefits; (7) the interests, roles, and responsibilities of Federal, State, local, and Tribal governments affected by AAM aircraft operations; and (8) other factors that may limit the full potential of the AAM industry, including community acceptance or restrictions of such operations. ( g) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the completion of the review and examination performed under subsection (e), the working group shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report-- (1) detailing findings from the review and examination performed under subsection (e); and (2) providing the AAM National Strategy, including the plan and associated recommendations developed under subsection (f). (h) <<NOTE: Notification. i) Definitions.--For purposes of this section and section 3: (1) Advanced air mobility; aam.--The terms ``advanced air mobility'' and ``AAM'' mean a transportation system that transports people and property by air between two points in the United States using aircraft with advanced technologies, including electric aircraft or electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft, in both controlled and uncontrolled airspace. ( 6) Vertical take-off and landing.--The term ``vertical take-off and landing'' means an aircraft with lift/thrust units used to generate powered lift and control and with two or more lift/thrust units used to provide lift during vertical take-off or landing. >> Requirements.--In conducting the study required under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall review the following: (1) The state of the law as of the enactment of this Act with respect to Federal authority over operations of AAM aircraft systems in the national airspace system. ( 2) The state of the law as of the enactment of this Act with respect to State, local, and Tribal authority over operations of AAM aircraft in the national airspace system. ( 168 (2022): Mar. 23, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 203] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. >> Membership.--Not later than 60 days after the establishment of the working group under subsection (a), the Secretary of Transportation shall-- (1) <<NOTE: Appointment. ( 2229]] (5) steps needed to ensure a robust and secure domestic supply chain; (6) anticipated benefits associated with AAM aircraft operations, including economic, environmental, emergency and natural disaster response, and transportation benefits; (7) the interests, roles, and responsibilities of Federal, State, local, and Tribal governments affected by AAM aircraft operations; and (8) other factors that may limit the full potential of the AAM industry, including community acceptance or restrictions of such operations. ( i) Definitions.--For purposes of this section and section 3: (1) Advanced air mobility; aam.--The terms ``advanced air mobility'' and ``AAM'' mean a transportation system that transports people and property by air between two points in the United States using aircraft with advanced technologies, including electric aircraft or electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft, in both controlled and uncontrolled airspace. ( ( (a) In General.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall-- (1) conduct a study on the interests, roles, and responsibilities of Federal, State, local, and Tribal governments affected by AAM aircraft and operations; and (2) submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the study, including the Comptroller General's findings and conclusions. ( >> Requirements.--In conducting the study required under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall review the following: (1) The state of the law as of the enactment of this Act with respect to Federal authority over operations of AAM aircraft systems in the national airspace system. (

[117th Congress Public Law 203] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. i) Definitions.--For purposes of this section and section 3: (1) Advanced air mobility; aam.--The terms ``advanced air mobility'' and ``AAM'' mean a transportation system that transports people and property by air between two points in the United States using aircraft with advanced technologies, including electric aircraft or electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft, in both controlled and uncontrolled airspace. ( >> Requirements.--In conducting the study required under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall review the following: (1) The state of the law as of the enactment of this Act with respect to Federal authority over operations of AAM aircraft systems in the national airspace system. ( 2) The state of the law as of the enactment of this Act with respect to State, local, and Tribal authority over operations of AAM aircraft in the national airspace system. (

[117th Congress Public Law 203] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. >> Membership.--Not later than 60 days after the establishment of the working group under subsection (a), the Secretary of Transportation shall-- (1) <<NOTE: Appointment. ( 2229]] (5) steps needed to ensure a robust and secure domestic supply chain; (6) anticipated benefits associated with AAM aircraft operations, including economic, environmental, emergency and natural disaster response, and transportation benefits; (7) the interests, roles, and responsibilities of Federal, State, local, and Tribal governments affected by AAM aircraft operations; and (8) other factors that may limit the full potential of the AAM industry, including community acceptance or restrictions of such operations. ( i) Definitions.--For purposes of this section and section 3: (1) Advanced air mobility; aam.--The terms ``advanced air mobility'' and ``AAM'' mean a transportation system that transports people and property by air between two points in the United States using aircraft with advanced technologies, including electric aircraft or electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft, in both controlled and uncontrolled airspace. ( ( (a) In General.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall-- (1) conduct a study on the interests, roles, and responsibilities of Federal, State, local, and Tribal governments affected by AAM aircraft and operations; and (2) submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the study, including the Comptroller General's findings and conclusions. ( >> Requirements.--In conducting the study required under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall review the following: (1) The state of the law as of the enactment of this Act with respect to Federal authority over operations of AAM aircraft systems in the national airspace system. (

H.R.4269

Agriculture and Food

Dairy Pricing and Policy Commission Act of 2021 This bill directs the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to temporarily establish the Dairy Pricing and Policy Commission. The commission shall develop legislative, regulatory, and market-based recommendations to The commission shall terminate on the earlier of (1) the date it submits to USDA and Congress a report of its legislative and regulatory recommendations; or (2) the date that is two years after the commission's establishment.

To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish the Dairy Pricing and Policy Commission, 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 ``Dairy Pricing and Policy Commission Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. DAIRY PRICING AND POLICY COMMISSION. (a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) The pace of consolidation in the dairy industry as it relates to herd size is far surpassing that seen in the majority of U.S. agriculture. (2) The number of small commercial dairy operations has declined from 146,685 in 1987 to 30,373 in 2017. (3) The number of licensed dairy herds fell by more than half between 2002 and 2019, despite milk production continuing to grow. (4) The loss of dairy operations poses significant economic challenges to many rural communities with historic ties to dairy farming. (5) A diverse and cross-regional dairy industry is critical for food security and resiliency in the United States. (6) Continued declines of approximately 4 percent of dairy farms annually will negatively impact rural communities throughout the country. (7) In 2016, dairy farmers of all herd sizes below 1,000 cows experienced higher total costs than gross returns. (8) In 2019, monthly exit rates among Wisconsin licensed dairy farms more than doubled from 2016 levels. (b) Establishment.--Not later than 6 months after the date on which funds are first made available to carry out this section, the Secretary shall establish a commission to be known as the ``Dairy Pricing and Policy Commission'' (in this section referred to as the ``Commission''). (c) Recommendations.-- (1) In general.--The Commission shall develop legislative, regulatory, and market-based recommendations for the following: (A) Responding to periods of heightened dairy production during low prices by considering better supply chain coordination and market price signals. (B) Enhancing the competitiveness of U.S. dairy producers and dairy products in world markets by identifying challenges and opportunities for new markets for dairy exports. (C) Ensuring that Federal milk marketing orders and rulemakings that relate to such orders are transparent and provide a fair return to producers regardless of the end product for which the milk is used. (2) Available research.--In developing recommendations under paragraph (1), the Commission shall draw upon available research, including the report published in 2020 by the Economic Research Service of the United States Department of Agriculture and titled ``Consolidation in U.S. Dairy Farming''. (d) Membership.-- (1) Number and appointment.--The Commission shall be composed of 13 members appointed by the Secretary as follows: (A) At least 1 member representing a national consumer organization. (B) At least 1 member representing land-grant colleges and universities or covered NLGCA Institutions. (C) At least 1 member representing the food and beverage retail sector. (D) 5 dairy producers (representing a variety of farming practices and sizes) and 2 dairy processors, appointed so as to balance geographical distribution of milk production and dairy processing, reflect major product segments of dairy processing, and represent all regions of the United States equitably, including States that operate outside of a Federal milk marketing order. (E) At least 2 members representing dairy farmer, cooperative, or dairy processor, associations. (F) At least 1 member representing dairy industry experts in the field of milk pricing, finance, marketing, risk management, consulting, or advisory services (or some combination thereof). (2) Terms.--Each member shall be appointed for the duration of the Commission. (3) Vacancy.--Any vacancy occurring before the termination of the Commission shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment. (4) Payment and travel expenses.-- (A) Payment.--Members of the Commission shall serve without pay. (B) Travel expenses.--For travel relating to meetings under paragraph (7), each member of the Commission 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. (5) Administrative support services.--The Secretary shall provide to the Commission the administrative support services necessary for the Commission to carry out the requirements under this section. (6) Chairperson.--The members shall elect a member to serve as Chairperson of the Commission for the duration of the Commission. (7) Meetings.--The Commission shall meet at least 4 times each year until the date on which the Commission terminates pursuant to subsection (i). (8) Quorum.--A quorum shall consist of not fewer than 7 members of the Commission. (9) Voting.-- (A) In general.--If the Commission is unable to reach a consensus on a proposed recommendation or determination, the Commission may decide the matter by majority vote of its members. (B) Tie votes.--The Chairperson of the Commission, in addition to voting, may also break any tie vote. (e) Information From Federal Agencies.--The Commission may secure directly from any Federal agency of the United States information necessary to enable it to carry out this Act. Upon request of the Chairperson of the Commission, the head of such agency shall furnish that information to the Commission. (f) Report.-- (1) Submission of report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the establishment of the Commission, the Commission shall submit to the Secretary and Congress a report containing the legislative and regulatory recommendations developed pursuant to subsection (c). (2) Opinions.-- (A) In general.--Subject to subparagraph (B), the report shall reflect, to the extent practicable, a consensus opinion of the members. (B) Exception.--If the members did not reach a consensus opinion with respect to a matter, the report may include majority and minority findings regarding such matter. (g) No Effect on Existing Programs.--The Secretary shall not allow the existence of the Commission to impede, delay, or otherwise affect any decision-making process of the Department of Agriculture, including any rulemaking procedures planned, proposed, or near completion. (h) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated $50,000 to carry out this section. (i) Termination.--The Commission shall terminate on the earlier of the following: (1) The date of the submission of the report pursuant to subsection (f). (2) The date that is 2 years after the date of the establishment of the Commission. (j) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Covered nlgca institution.--The term ``covered NLGCA Institution'' means an institution that-- (A) is an NLGCA Institution; and (B) offers an accredited dairy economic program. (2) Federal milk marketing order.--The term ``Federal milk marketing order'' means a Federal milk marketing order issued under section 8c of the Agricultural Adjustment Act (7 U.S.C. 608c), reenacted with amendments by the Agricultural Marketing Agreement Act of 1937. (3) Land-grant colleges and universities.--The term ``land- grant colleges and universities'' has the meaning given such term in section 1404 of the National Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching Policy Act of 1977 (7 U.S.C. 3103). (4) NLGCA institution.--The term ``NLGCA Institution'' has the meaning given such term in section 1404 of the National Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching Policy Act of 1977 (7 U.S.C. 3103). (5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Agriculture. <all>

Dairy Pricing and Policy Commission Act of 2021

To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish the Dairy Pricing and Policy Commission, and for other purposes.

Dairy Pricing and Policy Commission Act of 2021

Rep. Kind, Ron

D

WI

This bill directs the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to temporarily establish the Dairy Pricing and Policy Commission. The commission shall develop legislative, regulatory, and market-based recommendations to The commission shall terminate on the earlier of (1) the date it submits to USDA and Congress a report of its legislative and regulatory recommendations; or (2) the date that is two years after the commission's establishment.

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. DAIRY PRICING AND POLICY COMMISSION. (2) The number of small commercial dairy operations has declined from 146,685 in 1987 to 30,373 in 2017. (3) The number of licensed dairy herds fell by more than half between 2002 and 2019, despite milk production continuing to grow. (5) A diverse and cross-regional dairy industry is critical for food security and resiliency in the United States. (6) Continued declines of approximately 4 percent of dairy farms annually will negatively impact rural communities throughout the country. (7) In 2016, dairy farmers of all herd sizes below 1,000 cows experienced higher total costs than gross returns. (c) Recommendations.-- (1) In general.--The Commission shall develop legislative, regulatory, and market-based recommendations for the following: (A) Responding to periods of heightened dairy production during low prices by considering better supply chain coordination and market price signals. (B) Enhancing the competitiveness of U.S. dairy producers and dairy products in world markets by identifying challenges and opportunities for new markets for dairy exports. (2) Available research.--In developing recommendations under paragraph (1), the Commission shall draw upon available research, including the report published in 2020 by the Economic Research Service of the United States Department of Agriculture and titled ``Consolidation in U.S. Dairy Farming''. (B) At least 1 member representing land-grant colleges and universities or covered NLGCA Institutions. (3) Vacancy.--Any vacancy occurring before the termination of the Commission shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment. (4) Payment and travel expenses.-- (A) Payment.--Members of the Commission shall serve without pay. (8) Quorum.--A quorum shall consist of not fewer than 7 members of the Commission. (B) Tie votes.--The Chairperson of the Commission, in addition to voting, may also break any tie vote. (e) Information From Federal Agencies.--The Commission may secure directly from any Federal agency of the United States information necessary to enable it to carry out this Act. (B) Exception.--If the members did not reach a consensus opinion with respect to a matter, the report may include majority and minority findings regarding such matter. (g) No Effect on Existing Programs.--The Secretary shall not allow the existence of the Commission to impede, delay, or otherwise affect any decision-making process of the Department of Agriculture, including any rulemaking procedures planned, proposed, or near completion. (i) Termination.--The Commission shall terminate on the earlier of the following: (1) The date of the submission of the report pursuant to subsection (f). (2) The date that is 2 years after the date of the establishment of the Commission. (2) Federal milk marketing order.--The term ``Federal milk marketing order'' means a Federal milk marketing order issued under section 8c of the Agricultural Adjustment Act (7 U.S.C. 3103). (5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Agriculture.

SHORT TITLE. SEC. 2. DAIRY PRICING AND POLICY COMMISSION. (3) The number of licensed dairy herds fell by more than half between 2002 and 2019, despite milk production continuing to grow. (5) A diverse and cross-regional dairy industry is critical for food security and resiliency in the United States. (6) Continued declines of approximately 4 percent of dairy farms annually will negatively impact rural communities throughout the country. (7) In 2016, dairy farmers of all herd sizes below 1,000 cows experienced higher total costs than gross returns. (B) Enhancing the competitiveness of U.S. dairy producers and dairy products in world markets by identifying challenges and opportunities for new markets for dairy exports. (2) Available research.--In developing recommendations under paragraph (1), the Commission shall draw upon available research, including the report published in 2020 by the Economic Research Service of the United States Department of Agriculture and titled ``Consolidation in U.S. Dairy Farming''. (B) At least 1 member representing land-grant colleges and universities or covered NLGCA Institutions. (3) Vacancy.--Any vacancy occurring before the termination of the Commission shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment. (4) Payment and travel expenses.-- (A) Payment.--Members of the Commission shall serve without pay. (8) Quorum.--A quorum shall consist of not fewer than 7 members of the Commission. (B) Tie votes.--The Chairperson of the Commission, in addition to voting, may also break any tie vote. (e) Information From Federal Agencies.--The Commission may secure directly from any Federal agency of the United States information necessary to enable it to carry out this Act. (B) Exception.--If the members did not reach a consensus opinion with respect to a matter, the report may include majority and minority findings regarding such matter. (i) Termination.--The Commission shall terminate on the earlier of the following: (1) The date of the submission of the report pursuant to subsection (f). (2) Federal milk marketing order.--The term ``Federal milk marketing order'' means a Federal milk marketing order issued under section 8c of the Agricultural Adjustment Act (7 U.S.C. 3103). (5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Agriculture.

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. DAIRY PRICING AND POLICY COMMISSION. (2) The number of small commercial dairy operations has declined from 146,685 in 1987 to 30,373 in 2017. (3) The number of licensed dairy herds fell by more than half between 2002 and 2019, despite milk production continuing to grow. (5) A diverse and cross-regional dairy industry is critical for food security and resiliency in the United States. (6) Continued declines of approximately 4 percent of dairy farms annually will negatively impact rural communities throughout the country. (7) In 2016, dairy farmers of all herd sizes below 1,000 cows experienced higher total costs than gross returns. (8) In 2019, monthly exit rates among Wisconsin licensed dairy farms more than doubled from 2016 levels. (c) Recommendations.-- (1) In general.--The Commission shall develop legislative, regulatory, and market-based recommendations for the following: (A) Responding to periods of heightened dairy production during low prices by considering better supply chain coordination and market price signals. (B) Enhancing the competitiveness of U.S. dairy producers and dairy products in world markets by identifying challenges and opportunities for new markets for dairy exports. (2) Available research.--In developing recommendations under paragraph (1), the Commission shall draw upon available research, including the report published in 2020 by the Economic Research Service of the United States Department of Agriculture and titled ``Consolidation in U.S. Dairy Farming''. (B) At least 1 member representing land-grant colleges and universities or covered NLGCA Institutions. (D) 5 dairy producers (representing a variety of farming practices and sizes) and 2 dairy processors, appointed so as to balance geographical distribution of milk production and dairy processing, reflect major product segments of dairy processing, and represent all regions of the United States equitably, including States that operate outside of a Federal milk marketing order. (F) At least 1 member representing dairy industry experts in the field of milk pricing, finance, marketing, risk management, consulting, or advisory services (or some combination thereof). (2) Terms.--Each member shall be appointed for the duration of the Commission. (3) Vacancy.--Any vacancy occurring before the termination of the Commission shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment. (4) Payment and travel expenses.-- (A) Payment.--Members of the Commission shall serve without pay. (B) Travel expenses.--For travel relating to meetings under paragraph (7), each member of the Commission 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. (5) Administrative support services.--The Secretary shall provide to the Commission the administrative support services necessary for the Commission to carry out the requirements under this section. (8) Quorum.--A quorum shall consist of not fewer than 7 members of the Commission. (B) Tie votes.--The Chairperson of the Commission, in addition to voting, may also break any tie vote. (e) Information From Federal Agencies.--The Commission may secure directly from any Federal agency of the United States information necessary to enable it to carry out this Act. (B) Exception.--If the members did not reach a consensus opinion with respect to a matter, the report may include majority and minority findings regarding such matter. (g) No Effect on Existing Programs.--The Secretary shall not allow the existence of the Commission to impede, delay, or otherwise affect any decision-making process of the Department of Agriculture, including any rulemaking procedures planned, proposed, or near completion. (h) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated $50,000 to carry out this section. (i) Termination.--The Commission shall terminate on the earlier of the following: (1) The date of the submission of the report pursuant to subsection (f). (2) The date that is 2 years after the date of the establishment of the Commission. (2) Federal milk marketing order.--The term ``Federal milk marketing order'' means a Federal milk marketing order issued under section 8c of the Agricultural Adjustment Act (7 U.S.C. 608c), reenacted with amendments by the Agricultural Marketing Agreement Act of 1937. (4) NLGCA institution.--The term ``NLGCA Institution'' has the meaning given such term in section 1404 of the National Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching Policy Act of 1977 (7 U.S.C. 3103). (5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Agriculture.

To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish the Dairy Pricing and Policy Commission, 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. 2. DAIRY PRICING AND POLICY COMMISSION. (a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) The pace of consolidation in the dairy industry as it relates to herd size is far surpassing that seen in the majority of U.S. agriculture. (2) The number of small commercial dairy operations has declined from 146,685 in 1987 to 30,373 in 2017. (3) The number of licensed dairy herds fell by more than half between 2002 and 2019, despite milk production continuing to grow. (4) The loss of dairy operations poses significant economic challenges to many rural communities with historic ties to dairy farming. (5) A diverse and cross-regional dairy industry is critical for food security and resiliency in the United States. (6) Continued declines of approximately 4 percent of dairy farms annually will negatively impact rural communities throughout the country. (7) In 2016, dairy farmers of all herd sizes below 1,000 cows experienced higher total costs than gross returns. (8) In 2019, monthly exit rates among Wisconsin licensed dairy farms more than doubled from 2016 levels. (b) Establishment.--Not later than 6 months after the date on which funds are first made available to carry out this section, the Secretary shall establish a commission to be known as the ``Dairy Pricing and Policy Commission'' (in this section referred to as the ``Commission''). (c) Recommendations.-- (1) In general.--The Commission shall develop legislative, regulatory, and market-based recommendations for the following: (A) Responding to periods of heightened dairy production during low prices by considering better supply chain coordination and market price signals. (B) Enhancing the competitiveness of U.S. dairy producers and dairy products in world markets by identifying challenges and opportunities for new markets for dairy exports. (C) Ensuring that Federal milk marketing orders and rulemakings that relate to such orders are transparent and provide a fair return to producers regardless of the end product for which the milk is used. (2) Available research.--In developing recommendations under paragraph (1), the Commission shall draw upon available research, including the report published in 2020 by the Economic Research Service of the United States Department of Agriculture and titled ``Consolidation in U.S. Dairy Farming''. (d) Membership.-- (1) Number and appointment.--The Commission shall be composed of 13 members appointed by the Secretary as follows: (A) At least 1 member representing a national consumer organization. (B) At least 1 member representing land-grant colleges and universities or covered NLGCA Institutions. (C) At least 1 member representing the food and beverage retail sector. (D) 5 dairy producers (representing a variety of farming practices and sizes) and 2 dairy processors, appointed so as to balance geographical distribution of milk production and dairy processing, reflect major product segments of dairy processing, and represent all regions of the United States equitably, including States that operate outside of a Federal milk marketing order. (F) At least 1 member representing dairy industry experts in the field of milk pricing, finance, marketing, risk management, consulting, or advisory services (or some combination thereof). (2) Terms.--Each member shall be appointed for the duration of the Commission. (3) Vacancy.--Any vacancy occurring before the termination of the Commission shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment. (4) Payment and travel expenses.-- (A) Payment.--Members of the Commission shall serve without pay. (B) Travel expenses.--For travel relating to meetings under paragraph (7), each member of the Commission 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. (5) Administrative support services.--The Secretary shall provide to the Commission the administrative support services necessary for the Commission to carry out the requirements under this section. (8) Quorum.--A quorum shall consist of not fewer than 7 members of the Commission. (B) Tie votes.--The Chairperson of the Commission, in addition to voting, may also break any tie vote. (e) Information From Federal Agencies.--The Commission may secure directly from any Federal agency of the United States information necessary to enable it to carry out this Act. Upon request of the Chairperson of the Commission, the head of such agency shall furnish that information to the Commission. (2) Opinions.-- (A) In general.--Subject to subparagraph (B), the report shall reflect, to the extent practicable, a consensus opinion of the members. (B) Exception.--If the members did not reach a consensus opinion with respect to a matter, the report may include majority and minority findings regarding such matter. (g) No Effect on Existing Programs.--The Secretary shall not allow the existence of the Commission to impede, delay, or otherwise affect any decision-making process of the Department of Agriculture, including any rulemaking procedures planned, proposed, or near completion. (h) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated $50,000 to carry out this section. (i) Termination.--The Commission shall terminate on the earlier of the following: (1) The date of the submission of the report pursuant to subsection (f). (2) The date that is 2 years after the date of the establishment of the Commission. (2) Federal milk marketing order.--The term ``Federal milk marketing order'' means a Federal milk marketing order issued under section 8c of the Agricultural Adjustment Act (7 U.S.C. 608c), reenacted with amendments by the Agricultural Marketing Agreement Act of 1937. (4) NLGCA institution.--The term ``NLGCA Institution'' has the meaning given such term in section 1404 of the National Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching Policy Act of 1977 (7 U.S.C. 3103). (5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Agriculture.

To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish the Dairy Pricing and Policy Commission, and for other purposes. a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) The pace of consolidation in the dairy industry as it relates to herd size is far surpassing that seen in the majority of U.S. agriculture. ( 3) The number of licensed dairy herds fell by more than half between 2002 and 2019, despite milk production continuing to grow. ( (b) Establishment.--Not later than 6 months after the date on which funds are first made available to carry out this section, the Secretary shall establish a commission to be known as the ``Dairy Pricing and Policy Commission'' (in this section referred to as the ``Commission''). ( C) Ensuring that Federal milk marketing orders and rulemakings that relate to such orders are transparent and provide a fair return to producers regardless of the end product for which the milk is used. ( (D) 5 dairy producers (representing a variety of farming practices and sizes) and 2 dairy processors, appointed so as to balance geographical distribution of milk production and dairy processing, reflect major product segments of dairy processing, and represent all regions of the United States equitably, including States that operate outside of a Federal milk marketing order. ( 2) Terms.--Each member shall be appointed for the duration of the Commission. ( (7) Meetings.--The Commission shall meet at least 4 times each year until the date on which the Commission terminates pursuant to subsection (i). ( f) Report.-- (1) Submission of report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the establishment of the Commission, the Commission shall submit to the Secretary and Congress a report containing the legislative and regulatory recommendations developed pursuant to subsection (c). ( (g) No Effect on Existing Programs.--The Secretary shall not allow the existence of the Commission to impede, delay, or otherwise affect any decision-making process of the Department of Agriculture, including any rulemaking procedures planned, proposed, or near completion. ( 4) NLGCA institution.--The term ``NLGCA Institution'' has the meaning given such term in section 1404 of the National Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching Policy Act of 1977 (7 U.S.C. 3103). (5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Agriculture.

To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish the Dairy Pricing and Policy Commission, and for other purposes. a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) The pace of consolidation in the dairy industry as it relates to herd size is far surpassing that seen in the majority of U.S. agriculture. ( 3) The number of licensed dairy herds fell by more than half between 2002 and 2019, despite milk production continuing to grow. ( (C) Ensuring that Federal milk marketing orders and rulemakings that relate to such orders are transparent and provide a fair return to producers regardless of the end product for which the milk is used. ( C) At least 1 member representing the food and beverage retail sector. ( B) Travel expenses.--For travel relating to meetings under paragraph (7), each member of the Commission 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. ( (7) Meetings.--The Commission shall meet at least 4 times each year until the date on which the Commission terminates pursuant to subsection (i). ( e) Information From Federal Agencies.--The Commission may secure directly from any Federal agency of the United States information necessary to enable it to carry out this Act. f) Report.-- (1) Submission of report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the establishment of the Commission, the Commission shall submit to the Secretary and Congress a report containing the legislative and regulatory recommendations developed pursuant to subsection (c). ( (2) Federal milk marketing order.--The term ``Federal milk marketing order'' means a Federal milk marketing order issued under section 8c of the Agricultural Adjustment Act (7 U.S.C. 608c), reenacted with amendments by the Agricultural Marketing Agreement Act of 1937. ( 3) Land-grant colleges and universities.--The term ``land- grant colleges and universities'' has the meaning given such term in section 1404 of the National Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching Policy Act of 1977 (7 U.S.C. 3103). (

To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish the Dairy Pricing and Policy Commission, and for other purposes. a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) The pace of consolidation in the dairy industry as it relates to herd size is far surpassing that seen in the majority of U.S. agriculture. ( 3) The number of licensed dairy herds fell by more than half between 2002 and 2019, despite milk production continuing to grow. ( (C) Ensuring that Federal milk marketing orders and rulemakings that relate to such orders are transparent and provide a fair return to producers regardless of the end product for which the milk is used. ( C) At least 1 member representing the food and beverage retail sector. ( B) Travel expenses.--For travel relating to meetings under paragraph (7), each member of the Commission 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. ( (7) Meetings.--The Commission shall meet at least 4 times each year until the date on which the Commission terminates pursuant to subsection (i). ( e) Information From Federal Agencies.--The Commission may secure directly from any Federal agency of the United States information necessary to enable it to carry out this Act. f) Report.-- (1) Submission of report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the establishment of the Commission, the Commission shall submit to the Secretary and Congress a report containing the legislative and regulatory recommendations developed pursuant to subsection (c). ( (2) Federal milk marketing order.--The term ``Federal milk marketing order'' means a Federal milk marketing order issued under section 8c of the Agricultural Adjustment Act (7 U.S.C. 608c), reenacted with amendments by the Agricultural Marketing Agreement Act of 1937. ( 3) Land-grant colleges and universities.--The term ``land- grant colleges and universities'' has the meaning given such term in section 1404 of the National Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching Policy Act of 1977 (7 U.S.C. 3103). (

To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish the Dairy Pricing and Policy Commission, and for other purposes. a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) The pace of consolidation in the dairy industry as it relates to herd size is far surpassing that seen in the majority of U.S. agriculture. ( 3) The number of licensed dairy herds fell by more than half between 2002 and 2019, despite milk production continuing to grow. ( (b) Establishment.--Not later than 6 months after the date on which funds are first made available to carry out this section, the Secretary shall establish a commission to be known as the ``Dairy Pricing and Policy Commission'' (in this section referred to as the ``Commission''). ( C) Ensuring that Federal milk marketing orders and rulemakings that relate to such orders are transparent and provide a fair return to producers regardless of the end product for which the milk is used. ( (D) 5 dairy producers (representing a variety of farming practices and sizes) and 2 dairy processors, appointed so as to balance geographical distribution of milk production and dairy processing, reflect major product segments of dairy processing, and represent all regions of the United States equitably, including States that operate outside of a Federal milk marketing order. ( 2) Terms.--Each member shall be appointed for the duration of the Commission. ( (7) Meetings.--The Commission shall meet at least 4 times each year until the date on which the Commission terminates pursuant to subsection (i). ( f) Report.-- (1) Submission of report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the establishment of the Commission, the Commission shall submit to the Secretary and Congress a report containing the legislative and regulatory recommendations developed pursuant to subsection (c). ( (g) No Effect on Existing Programs.--The Secretary shall not allow the existence of the Commission to impede, delay, or otherwise affect any decision-making process of the Department of Agriculture, including any rulemaking procedures planned, proposed, or near completion. ( 4) NLGCA institution.--The term ``NLGCA Institution'' has the meaning given such term in section 1404 of the National Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching Policy Act of 1977 (7 U.S.C. 3103). (5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Agriculture.

To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish the Dairy Pricing and Policy Commission, and for other purposes. a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) The pace of consolidation in the dairy industry as it relates to herd size is far surpassing that seen in the majority of U.S. agriculture. ( 3) The number of licensed dairy herds fell by more than half between 2002 and 2019, despite milk production continuing to grow. ( (C) Ensuring that Federal milk marketing orders and rulemakings that relate to such orders are transparent and provide a fair return to producers regardless of the end product for which the milk is used. ( C) At least 1 member representing the food and beverage retail sector. ( B) Travel expenses.--For travel relating to meetings under paragraph (7), each member of the Commission 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. ( (7) Meetings.--The Commission shall meet at least 4 times each year until the date on which the Commission terminates pursuant to subsection (i). ( e) Information From Federal Agencies.--The Commission may secure directly from any Federal agency of the United States information necessary to enable it to carry out this Act. f) Report.-- (1) Submission of report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the establishment of the Commission, the Commission shall submit to the Secretary and Congress a report containing the legislative and regulatory recommendations developed pursuant to subsection (c). ( (2) Federal milk marketing order.--The term ``Federal milk marketing order'' means a Federal milk marketing order issued under section 8c of the Agricultural Adjustment Act (7 U.S.C. 608c), reenacted with amendments by the Agricultural Marketing Agreement Act of 1937. ( 3) Land-grant colleges and universities.--The term ``land- grant colleges and universities'' has the meaning given such term in section 1404 of the National Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching Policy Act of 1977 (7 U.S.C. 3103). (

To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish the Dairy Pricing and Policy Commission, and for other purposes. a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) The pace of consolidation in the dairy industry as it relates to herd size is far surpassing that seen in the majority of U.S. agriculture. ( 3) The number of licensed dairy herds fell by more than half between 2002 and 2019, despite milk production continuing to grow. ( (b) Establishment.--Not later than 6 months after the date on which funds are first made available to carry out this section, the Secretary shall establish a commission to be known as the ``Dairy Pricing and Policy Commission'' (in this section referred to as the ``Commission''). ( C) Ensuring that Federal milk marketing orders and rulemakings that relate to such orders are transparent and provide a fair return to producers regardless of the end product for which the milk is used. ( (D) 5 dairy producers (representing a variety of farming practices and sizes) and 2 dairy processors, appointed so as to balance geographical distribution of milk production and dairy processing, reflect major product segments of dairy processing, and represent all regions of the United States equitably, including States that operate outside of a Federal milk marketing order. ( 2) Terms.--Each member shall be appointed for the duration of the Commission. ( (7) Meetings.--The Commission shall meet at least 4 times each year until the date on which the Commission terminates pursuant to subsection (i). ( f) Report.-- (1) Submission of report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the establishment of the Commission, the Commission shall submit to the Secretary and Congress a report containing the legislative and regulatory recommendations developed pursuant to subsection (c). ( (g) No Effect on Existing Programs.--The Secretary shall not allow the existence of the Commission to impede, delay, or otherwise affect any decision-making process of the Department of Agriculture, including any rulemaking procedures planned, proposed, or near completion. ( 4) NLGCA institution.--The term ``NLGCA Institution'' has the meaning given such term in section 1404 of the National Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching Policy Act of 1977 (7 U.S.C. 3103). (5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Agriculture.

To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish the Dairy Pricing and Policy Commission, and for other purposes. a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) The pace of consolidation in the dairy industry as it relates to herd size is far surpassing that seen in the majority of U.S. agriculture. ( 3) The number of licensed dairy herds fell by more than half between 2002 and 2019, despite milk production continuing to grow. ( (C) Ensuring that Federal milk marketing orders and rulemakings that relate to such orders are transparent and provide a fair return to producers regardless of the end product for which the milk is used. ( C) At least 1 member representing the food and beverage retail sector. ( B) Travel expenses.--For travel relating to meetings under paragraph (7), each member of the Commission 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. ( (7) Meetings.--The Commission shall meet at least 4 times each year until the date on which the Commission terminates pursuant to subsection (i). ( e) Information From Federal Agencies.--The Commission may secure directly from any Federal agency of the United States information necessary to enable it to carry out this Act. f) Report.-- (1) Submission of report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the establishment of the Commission, the Commission shall submit to the Secretary and Congress a report containing the legislative and regulatory recommendations developed pursuant to subsection (c). ( (2) Federal milk marketing order.--The term ``Federal milk marketing order'' means a Federal milk marketing order issued under section 8c of the Agricultural Adjustment Act (7 U.S.C. 608c), reenacted with amendments by the Agricultural Marketing Agreement Act of 1937. ( 3) Land-grant colleges and universities.--The term ``land- grant colleges and universities'' has the meaning given such term in section 1404 of the National Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching Policy Act of 1977 (7 U.S.C. 3103). (

To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish the Dairy Pricing and Policy Commission, and for other purposes. a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) The pace of consolidation in the dairy industry as it relates to herd size is far surpassing that seen in the majority of U.S. agriculture. ( 3) The number of licensed dairy herds fell by more than half between 2002 and 2019, despite milk production continuing to grow. ( (b) Establishment.--Not later than 6 months after the date on which funds are first made available to carry out this section, the Secretary shall establish a commission to be known as the ``Dairy Pricing and Policy Commission'' (in this section referred to as the ``Commission''). ( C) Ensuring that Federal milk marketing orders and rulemakings that relate to such orders are transparent and provide a fair return to producers regardless of the end product for which the milk is used. ( (D) 5 dairy producers (representing a variety of farming practices and sizes) and 2 dairy processors, appointed so as to balance geographical distribution of milk production and dairy processing, reflect major product segments of dairy processing, and represent all regions of the United States equitably, including States that operate outside of a Federal milk marketing order. ( 2) Terms.--Each member shall be appointed for the duration of the Commission. ( (7) Meetings.--The Commission shall meet at least 4 times each year until the date on which the Commission terminates pursuant to subsection (i). ( f) Report.-- (1) Submission of report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the establishment of the Commission, the Commission shall submit to the Secretary and Congress a report containing the legislative and regulatory recommendations developed pursuant to subsection (c). ( (g) No Effect on Existing Programs.--The Secretary shall not allow the existence of the Commission to impede, delay, or otherwise affect any decision-making process of the Department of Agriculture, including any rulemaking procedures planned, proposed, or near completion. ( 4) NLGCA institution.--The term ``NLGCA Institution'' has the meaning given such term in section 1404 of the National Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching Policy Act of 1977 (7 U.S.C. 3103). (5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Agriculture.

To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish the Dairy Pricing and Policy Commission, and for other purposes. a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) The pace of consolidation in the dairy industry as it relates to herd size is far surpassing that seen in the majority of U.S. agriculture. ( 3) The number of licensed dairy herds fell by more than half between 2002 and 2019, despite milk production continuing to grow. ( (C) Ensuring that Federal milk marketing orders and rulemakings that relate to such orders are transparent and provide a fair return to producers regardless of the end product for which the milk is used. ( C) At least 1 member representing the food and beverage retail sector. ( B) Travel expenses.--For travel relating to meetings under paragraph (7), each member of the Commission 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. ( (7) Meetings.--The Commission shall meet at least 4 times each year until the date on which the Commission terminates pursuant to subsection (i). ( e) Information From Federal Agencies.--The Commission may secure directly from any Federal agency of the United States information necessary to enable it to carry out this Act. f) Report.-- (1) Submission of report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the establishment of the Commission, the Commission shall submit to the Secretary and Congress a report containing the legislative and regulatory recommendations developed pursuant to subsection (c). ( (2) Federal milk marketing order.--The term ``Federal milk marketing order'' means a Federal milk marketing order issued under section 8c of the Agricultural Adjustment Act (7 U.S.C. 608c), reenacted with amendments by the Agricultural Marketing Agreement Act of 1937. ( 3) Land-grant colleges and universities.--The term ``land- grant colleges and universities'' has the meaning given such term in section 1404 of the National Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching Policy Act of 1977 (7 U.S.C. 3103). (

To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish the Dairy Pricing and Policy Commission, and for other purposes. a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) The pace of consolidation in the dairy industry as it relates to herd size is far surpassing that seen in the majority of U.S. agriculture. ( 3) The number of licensed dairy herds fell by more than half between 2002 and 2019, despite milk production continuing to grow. ( (b) Establishment.--Not later than 6 months after the date on which funds are first made available to carry out this section, the Secretary shall establish a commission to be known as the ``Dairy Pricing and Policy Commission'' (in this section referred to as the ``Commission''). ( C) Ensuring that Federal milk marketing orders and rulemakings that relate to such orders are transparent and provide a fair return to producers regardless of the end product for which the milk is used. ( (D) 5 dairy producers (representing a variety of farming practices and sizes) and 2 dairy processors, appointed so as to balance geographical distribution of milk production and dairy processing, reflect major product segments of dairy processing, and represent all regions of the United States equitably, including States that operate outside of a Federal milk marketing order. ( 2) Terms.--Each member shall be appointed for the duration of the Commission. ( (7) Meetings.--The Commission shall meet at least 4 times each year until the date on which the Commission terminates pursuant to subsection (i). ( f) Report.-- (1) Submission of report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the establishment of the Commission, the Commission shall submit to the Secretary and Congress a report containing the legislative and regulatory recommendations developed pursuant to subsection (c). ( (g) No Effect on Existing Programs.--The Secretary shall not allow the existence of the Commission to impede, delay, or otherwise affect any decision-making process of the Department of Agriculture, including any rulemaking procedures planned, proposed, or near completion. ( 4) NLGCA institution.--The term ``NLGCA Institution'' has the meaning given such term in section 1404 of the National Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching Policy Act of 1977 (7 U.S.C. 3103). (5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Agriculture.

H.R.313

Government Operations and Politics

Targeted Federal Funding to Invest in Communities Act This bill supports state, territorial, tribal, and local governments in providing resources to residents, especially those in historically underserved communities, to improve measurable outcomes for health, education, and quality of life. States are eligible for support if they are in the bottom 10 of all 50 states in combined ranking of average life expectancy, infant mortality rate, poverty rate, and percentage of state population with a college degree. Also eligible for support are U.S. territories, tribal governments, and the District of Columbia. A local government in an eligible state may receive direct support if it is in a county with persistent poverty. Recipients shall use the funds to cover only those costs that The Office of Inspector General of the Department of the Treasury shall conduct monitoring and oversight of the receipt, disbursement, and use of funds.

To provide increased funding for States and communities in need, 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 ``Targeted Federal Funding to Invest in Communities Act''. SEC. 2. PURPOSE. The purpose of this Act is to support State and local governments in providing resources so all residents, especially those in historically underserved communities, live healthy, equitable, and fulfilling lives by-- (1) providing funding for programs that improve the quality of life for all residents; (2) investing in communities to provide prosperity and economic security for all people; and (3) ensuring that funding is directed at counteracting systemic injustices and historic disinvestment. SEC. 3. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Eligible state.--The term ``eligible State'' means any State in the bottom 10 of all 50 States, excluding the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the United States Virgin Islands, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and American Samoa, in a combined ranking of average life expectancy, infant mortality rate, poverty rate, and percentage of State population with a college degree. The average life expectancy shall be determined based on the most recent year for which data are available from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention National Center for Health Statistics. The infant mortality rate shall be determined based on data from the Centers for Disease Control National Center for Health Statistics for the most recent year for which the data are available. The poverty rate shall be determined based on the most recent year for which data are available from the Bureau of the Census. The percentage of State population with a college degree shall be determined based on the most recent year for which data are available from the Bureau of the Census. (2) Persistent poverty county.--The term ``persistent poverty county'' means any county with a poverty rate of not less than 20 percent, as determined in each of the 1990 and 2000 decennial censuses, and in the Small Area Income and Poverty Estimates of the Bureau of the Census for the most recent year for which the estimates are available. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Treasury. SEC. 4. NEW RACE TO THE TOP FUND. (a) Authorization of Appropriations.-- (1) In general.--Out of any money in the Treasury of the United States not otherwise appropriated, there are authorized to be appropriated for making payments to eligible States, Tribal governments, and units of local government under this section, $20,000,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2026. (2) Reservation of funds.--Of the amount appropriated under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall reserve-- (A) $2,000,000,000 of such amount for making payments to the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the United States Virgin Islands, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and American Samoa; (B) $3,000,000,000 of such amount for making payments to Tribal governments; and (C) $5,000,000,000 of such amount for making payment to persistent poverty counties within eligible States. (b) Authority To Make Payments.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this section, and annually thereafter, the Secretary shall pay each eligible State, tribal and territorial government, and each unit of local government that meets the condition described in paragraph (2), the amount determined for the State, Tribal government, or unit of local government, for fiscal year 2021 through 2026 under subsection (c). (2) Direct payments to units of local government.--If a unit of local government of a State submits the certification required by subsection (e) for purposes of receiving a direct payment from the Secretary under the authority of this paragraph, the Secretary shall reduce the amount allocated in (a)(2)(C) by the relative unit of local government population proportion amount described in subsection (c)(5) and pay such amount directly to such unit of local government. (c) Payment Amounts.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), the amount paid under this section for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2026 to a State that is 1 of the 10 eligible States shall be the amount equal to the relative population proportion amount determined for the State under paragraph (3) for such fiscal year. (2) Minimum payment.-- (A) In general.--No State that is 1 of the States receiving payment shall receive a payment under this section for any fiscal year that is less than $1,000,000,000. (B) Pro rata adjustments.--The Secretary shall adjust on a pro rata basis the amount of the payments for each of the eligible States determined under this subsection without regard to this subparagraph to the extent necessary to comply with the requirements of subparagraph (A). (3) Relative population proportion amount.--For purposes of paragraph (1), the relative population proportion amount determined under this paragraph for a State for fiscal years 2021 through 2026 is the product of-- (A) the amount appropriated under paragraph (1) of subsection (a) that remains after the application of paragraph (2) of that subsection; and (B) the relative State population proportion (as defined in paragraph (4)). (4) Relative state population proportion defined.--For purposes of paragraph (3)(B), the term ``relative State population proportion'' means, with respect to a State, the quotient of-- (A) the population of the State; and (B) the total population of all eligible States (excluding the District of Columbia and territories specified in subsection (a)(2)(A)). (5) Relative unit of local government population proportion amount.--For purposes of subsection (b)(2), the term ``relative unit of local government population proportion amount'' means, with respect to a unit of local government of a persistent poverty county, the amount equal to the quotient of-- (A) the population of the unit of local government; and (B) the total population of all persistent poverty counties in the eligible States. (6) District of columbia and territories.--The amount paid under this section for fiscal year 2020 to a State that is the District of Columbia or a territory specified in subsection (a)(2)(A) shall be the amount equal to the product of-- (A) the amount set aside under subsection (a)(2)(A) for such fiscal year; and (B) each such District's and territory's share of the combined total population of the District of Columbia and all such territories, as determined by the Secretary. (7) Tribal governments.--From the amount set aside under subsection (a)(2)(B) for fiscal years 2021 through 2026, the amount paid under this section for each fiscal year to a Tribal government shall be the amount the Secretary shall determine, in consultation with the Secretary of the Interior and Indian Tribes, that is based on increased expenditures of each such Tribal government (or a tribally owned entity of such Tribal government) relative to aggregate expenditures in fiscal year 2019 by the Tribal government (or tribally owned entity) and determined in such manner as the Secretary determines appropriate to ensure that all amounts available under subsection (a)(2)(B) for fiscal years 2021 through 2026 are distributed to Tribal governments. (8) Data.--For purposes of this subsection, the population of States and units of local governments shall be determined based on the most recent year for which data are available from the Bureau of the Census. (d) Use of Funds.--A State, Tribal government, and unit of local government shall use the funds provided under a payment made under this section to cover only those costs of the State, Tribal government, or unit of local government that-- (1) are necessary expenditures to create or expand activity or programs consistent with the purposes of this Act that will improve measurable outcomes for health, education, and quality of life for residents; (2) were not accounted for in the budget most recently approved as of the date of enactment of this section for the State or government; and (3) were incurred during the period that begins on the date of enactment of this section, and ends five years from the date of enactment of this section. (e) Certification.--In order to receive a payment under this section, a unit of local government shall provide the Secretary with a certification signed by the Chief Executive for the unit of local government that the local government's proposed uses of the funds are consistent with subsection (d) and the unit of government is located in a persistent poverty county. (f) Inspector General Oversight; Recoupment.-- (1) Oversight authority.--The Inspector General of the Department of the Treasury shall conduct monitoring and oversight of the receipt, disbursement, and use of funds made available under this section. <all>

Targeted Federal Funding to Invest in Communities Act

To provide increased funding for States and communities in need, and for other purposes.

Targeted Federal Funding to Invest in Communities Act

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This bill supports state, territorial, tribal, and local governments in providing resources to residents, especially those in historically underserved communities, to improve measurable outcomes for health, education, and quality of life. States are eligible for support if they are in the bottom 10 of all 50 states in combined ranking of average life expectancy, infant mortality rate, poverty rate, and percentage of state population with a college degree. Also eligible for support are U.S. territories, tribal governments, and the District of Columbia. A local government in an eligible state may receive direct support if it is in a county with persistent poverty. Recipients shall use the funds to cover only those costs that The Office of Inspector General of the Department of the Treasury shall conduct monitoring and oversight of the receipt, disbursement, and use of funds.

This Act may be cited as the ``Targeted Federal Funding to Invest in Communities Act''. 2. 3. The average life expectancy shall be determined based on the most recent year for which data are available from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention National Center for Health Statistics. The poverty rate shall be determined based on the most recent year for which data are available from the Bureau of the Census. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Treasury. SEC. 4. NEW RACE TO THE TOP FUND. (2) Minimum payment.-- (A) In general.--No State that is 1 of the States receiving payment shall receive a payment under this section for any fiscal year that is less than $1,000,000,000. (3) Relative population proportion amount.--For purposes of paragraph (1), the relative population proportion amount determined under this paragraph for a State for fiscal years 2021 through 2026 is the product of-- (A) the amount appropriated under paragraph (1) of subsection (a) that remains after the application of paragraph (2) of that subsection; and (B) the relative State population proportion (as defined in paragraph (4)). (5) Relative unit of local government population proportion amount.--For purposes of subsection (b)(2), the term ``relative unit of local government population proportion amount'' means, with respect to a unit of local government of a persistent poverty county, the amount equal to the quotient of-- (A) the population of the unit of local government; and (B) the total population of all persistent poverty counties in the eligible States. (6) District of columbia and territories.--The amount paid under this section for fiscal year 2020 to a State that is the District of Columbia or a territory specified in subsection (a)(2)(A) shall be the amount equal to the product of-- (A) the amount set aside under subsection (a)(2)(A) for such fiscal year; and (B) each such District's and territory's share of the combined total population of the District of Columbia and all such territories, as determined by the Secretary. (7) Tribal governments.--From the amount set aside under subsection (a)(2)(B) for fiscal years 2021 through 2026, the amount paid under this section for each fiscal year to a Tribal government shall be the amount the Secretary shall determine, in consultation with the Secretary of the Interior and Indian Tribes, that is based on increased expenditures of each such Tribal government (or a tribally owned entity of such Tribal government) relative to aggregate expenditures in fiscal year 2019 by the Tribal government (or tribally owned entity) and determined in such manner as the Secretary determines appropriate to ensure that all amounts available under subsection (a)(2)(B) for fiscal years 2021 through 2026 are distributed to Tribal governments. (f) Inspector General Oversight; Recoupment.-- (1) Oversight authority.--The Inspector General of the Department of the Treasury shall conduct monitoring and oversight of the receipt, disbursement, and use of funds made available under this section.

This Act may be cited as the ``Targeted Federal Funding to Invest in Communities Act''. 2. 3. The average life expectancy shall be determined based on the most recent year for which data are available from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention National Center for Health Statistics. The poverty rate shall be determined based on the most recent year for which data are available from the Bureau of the Census. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Treasury. SEC. 4. NEW RACE TO THE TOP FUND. (2) Minimum payment.-- (A) In general.--No State that is 1 of the States receiving payment shall receive a payment under this section for any fiscal year that is less than $1,000,000,000. (3) Relative population proportion amount.--For purposes of paragraph (1), the relative population proportion amount determined under this paragraph for a State for fiscal years 2021 through 2026 is the product of-- (A) the amount appropriated under paragraph (1) of subsection (a) that remains after the application of paragraph (2) of that subsection; and (B) the relative State population proportion (as defined in paragraph (4)). (5) Relative unit of local government population proportion amount.--For purposes of subsection (b)(2), the term ``relative unit of local government population proportion amount'' means, with respect to a unit of local government of a persistent poverty county, the amount equal to the quotient of-- (A) the population of the unit of local government; and (B) the total population of all persistent poverty counties in the eligible States. (6) District of columbia and territories.--The amount paid under this section for fiscal year 2020 to a State that is the District of Columbia or a territory specified in subsection (a)(2)(A) shall be the amount equal to the product of-- (A) the amount set aside under subsection (a)(2)(A) for such fiscal year; and (B) each such District's and territory's share of the combined total population of the District of Columbia and all such territories, as determined by the Secretary.

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Targeted Federal Funding to Invest in Communities Act''. 2. The purpose of this Act is to support State and local governments in providing resources so all residents, especially those in historically underserved communities, live healthy, equitable, and fulfilling lives by-- (1) providing funding for programs that improve the quality of life for all residents; (2) investing in communities to provide prosperity and economic security for all people; and (3) ensuring that funding is directed at counteracting systemic injustices and historic disinvestment. 3. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Eligible state.--The term ``eligible State'' means any State in the bottom 10 of all 50 States, excluding the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the United States Virgin Islands, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and American Samoa, in a combined ranking of average life expectancy, infant mortality rate, poverty rate, and percentage of State population with a college degree. The average life expectancy shall be determined based on the most recent year for which data are available from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention National Center for Health Statistics. The poverty rate shall be determined based on the most recent year for which data are available from the Bureau of the Census. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Treasury. SEC. 4. NEW RACE TO THE TOP FUND. (2) Minimum payment.-- (A) In general.--No State that is 1 of the States receiving payment shall receive a payment under this section for any fiscal year that is less than $1,000,000,000. (B) Pro rata adjustments.--The Secretary shall adjust on a pro rata basis the amount of the payments for each of the eligible States determined under this subsection without regard to this subparagraph to the extent necessary to comply with the requirements of subparagraph (A). (3) Relative population proportion amount.--For purposes of paragraph (1), the relative population proportion amount determined under this paragraph for a State for fiscal years 2021 through 2026 is the product of-- (A) the amount appropriated under paragraph (1) of subsection (a) that remains after the application of paragraph (2) of that subsection; and (B) the relative State population proportion (as defined in paragraph (4)). (5) Relative unit of local government population proportion amount.--For purposes of subsection (b)(2), the term ``relative unit of local government population proportion amount'' means, with respect to a unit of local government of a persistent poverty county, the amount equal to the quotient of-- (A) the population of the unit of local government; and (B) the total population of all persistent poverty counties in the eligible States. (6) District of columbia and territories.--The amount paid under this section for fiscal year 2020 to a State that is the District of Columbia or a territory specified in subsection (a)(2)(A) shall be the amount equal to the product of-- (A) the amount set aside under subsection (a)(2)(A) for such fiscal year; and (B) each such District's and territory's share of the combined total population of the District of Columbia and all such territories, as determined by the Secretary. (7) Tribal governments.--From the amount set aside under subsection (a)(2)(B) for fiscal years 2021 through 2026, the amount paid under this section for each fiscal year to a Tribal government shall be the amount the Secretary shall determine, in consultation with the Secretary of the Interior and Indian Tribes, that is based on increased expenditures of each such Tribal government (or a tribally owned entity of such Tribal government) relative to aggregate expenditures in fiscal year 2019 by the Tribal government (or tribally owned entity) and determined in such manner as the Secretary determines appropriate to ensure that all amounts available under subsection (a)(2)(B) for fiscal years 2021 through 2026 are distributed to Tribal governments. (f) Inspector General Oversight; Recoupment.-- (1) Oversight authority.--The Inspector General of the Department of the Treasury shall conduct monitoring and oversight of the receipt, disbursement, and use of funds made available under 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. This Act may be cited as the ``Targeted Federal Funding to Invest in Communities Act''. 2. The purpose of this Act is to support State and local governments in providing resources so all residents, especially those in historically underserved communities, live healthy, equitable, and fulfilling lives by-- (1) providing funding for programs that improve the quality of life for all residents; (2) investing in communities to provide prosperity and economic security for all people; and (3) ensuring that funding is directed at counteracting systemic injustices and historic disinvestment. 3. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Eligible state.--The term ``eligible State'' means any State in the bottom 10 of all 50 States, excluding the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the United States Virgin Islands, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and American Samoa, in a combined ranking of average life expectancy, infant mortality rate, poverty rate, and percentage of State population with a college degree. The average life expectancy shall be determined based on the most recent year for which data are available from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention National Center for Health Statistics. The poverty rate shall be determined based on the most recent year for which data are available from the Bureau of the Census. (2) Persistent poverty county.--The term ``persistent poverty county'' means any county with a poverty rate of not less than 20 percent, as determined in each of the 1990 and 2000 decennial censuses, and in the Small Area Income and Poverty Estimates of the Bureau of the Census for the most recent year for which the estimates are available. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Treasury. SEC. 4. NEW RACE TO THE TOP FUND. (2) Direct payments to units of local government.--If a unit of local government of a State submits the certification required by subsection (e) for purposes of receiving a direct payment from the Secretary under the authority of this paragraph, the Secretary shall reduce the amount allocated in (a)(2)(C) by the relative unit of local government population proportion amount described in subsection (c)(5) and pay such amount directly to such unit of local government. (2) Minimum payment.-- (A) In general.--No State that is 1 of the States receiving payment shall receive a payment under this section for any fiscal year that is less than $1,000,000,000. (B) Pro rata adjustments.--The Secretary shall adjust on a pro rata basis the amount of the payments for each of the eligible States determined under this subsection without regard to this subparagraph to the extent necessary to comply with the requirements of subparagraph (A). (3) Relative population proportion amount.--For purposes of paragraph (1), the relative population proportion amount determined under this paragraph for a State for fiscal years 2021 through 2026 is the product of-- (A) the amount appropriated under paragraph (1) of subsection (a) that remains after the application of paragraph (2) of that subsection; and (B) the relative State population proportion (as defined in paragraph (4)). (5) Relative unit of local government population proportion amount.--For purposes of subsection (b)(2), the term ``relative unit of local government population proportion amount'' means, with respect to a unit of local government of a persistent poverty county, the amount equal to the quotient of-- (A) the population of the unit of local government; and (B) the total population of all persistent poverty counties in the eligible States. (6) District of columbia and territories.--The amount paid under this section for fiscal year 2020 to a State that is the District of Columbia or a territory specified in subsection (a)(2)(A) shall be the amount equal to the product of-- (A) the amount set aside under subsection (a)(2)(A) for such fiscal year; and (B) each such District's and territory's share of the combined total population of the District of Columbia and all such territories, as determined by the Secretary. (7) Tribal governments.--From the amount set aside under subsection (a)(2)(B) for fiscal years 2021 through 2026, the amount paid under this section for each fiscal year to a Tribal government shall be the amount the Secretary shall determine, in consultation with the Secretary of the Interior and Indian Tribes, that is based on increased expenditures of each such Tribal government (or a tribally owned entity of such Tribal government) relative to aggregate expenditures in fiscal year 2019 by the Tribal government (or tribally owned entity) and determined in such manner as the Secretary determines appropriate to ensure that all amounts available under subsection (a)(2)(B) for fiscal years 2021 through 2026 are distributed to Tribal governments. (d) Use of Funds.--A State, Tribal government, and unit of local government shall use the funds provided under a payment made under this section to cover only those costs of the State, Tribal government, or unit of local government that-- (1) are necessary expenditures to create or expand activity or programs consistent with the purposes of this Act that will improve measurable outcomes for health, education, and quality of life for residents; (2) were not accounted for in the budget most recently approved as of the date of enactment of this section for the State or government; and (3) were incurred during the period that begins on the date of enactment of this section, and ends five years from the date of enactment of this section. (f) Inspector General Oversight; Recoupment.-- (1) Oversight authority.--The Inspector General of the Department of the Treasury shall conduct monitoring and oversight of the receipt, disbursement, and use of funds made available under this section.

To provide increased funding for States and communities in need, and for other purposes. In this Act: (1) Eligible state.--The term ``eligible State'' means any State in the bottom 10 of all 50 States, excluding the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the United States Virgin Islands, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and American Samoa, in a combined ranking of average life expectancy, infant mortality rate, poverty rate, and percentage of State population with a college degree. The infant mortality rate shall be determined based on data from the Centers for Disease Control National Center for Health Statistics for the most recent year for which the data are available. The poverty rate shall be determined based on the most recent year for which data are available from the Bureau of the Census. (2) Reservation of funds.--Of the amount appropriated under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall reserve-- (A) $2,000,000,000 of such amount for making payments to the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the United States Virgin Islands, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and American Samoa; (B) $3,000,000,000 of such amount for making payments to Tribal governments; and (C) $5,000,000,000 of such amount for making payment to persistent poverty counties within eligible States. ( b) Authority To Make Payments.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this section, and annually thereafter, the Secretary shall pay each eligible State, tribal and territorial government, and each unit of local government that meets the condition described in paragraph (2), the amount determined for the State, Tribal government, or unit of local government, for fiscal year 2021 through 2026 under subsection (c). ( (c) Payment Amounts.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), the amount paid under this section for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2026 to a State that is 1 of the 10 eligible States shall be the amount equal to the relative population proportion amount determined for the State under paragraph (3) for such fiscal year. ( 3) Relative population proportion amount.--For purposes of paragraph (1), the relative population proportion amount determined under this paragraph for a State for fiscal years 2021 through 2026 is the product of-- (A) the amount appropriated under paragraph (1) of subsection (a) that remains after the application of paragraph (2) of that subsection; and (B) the relative State population proportion (as defined in paragraph (4)). (4) Relative state population proportion defined.--For purposes of paragraph (3)(B), the term ``relative State population proportion'' means, with respect to a State, the quotient of-- (A) the population of the State; and (B) the total population of all eligible States (excluding the District of Columbia and territories specified in subsection (a)(2)(A)). ( 5) Relative unit of local government population proportion amount.--For purposes of subsection (b)(2), the term ``relative unit of local government population proportion amount'' means, with respect to a unit of local government of a persistent poverty county, the amount equal to the quotient of-- (A) the population of the unit of local government; and (B) the total population of all persistent poverty counties in the eligible States. ( 8) Data.--For purposes of this subsection, the population of States and units of local governments shall be determined based on the most recent year for which data are available from the Bureau of the Census. e) Certification.--In order to receive a payment under this section, a unit of local government shall provide the Secretary with a certification signed by the Chief Executive for the unit of local government that the local government's proposed uses of the funds are consistent with subsection (d) and the unit of government is located in a persistent poverty county. ( f) Inspector General Oversight; Recoupment.-- (1) Oversight authority.--The Inspector General of the Department of the Treasury shall conduct monitoring and oversight of the receipt, disbursement, and use of funds made available under this section.

To provide increased funding for States and communities in need, and for other purposes. The poverty rate shall be determined based on the most recent year for which data are available from the Bureau of the Census. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Treasury. c) Payment Amounts.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), the amount paid under this section for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2026 to a State that is 1 of the 10 eligible States shall be the amount equal to the relative population proportion amount determined for the State under paragraph (3) for such fiscal year. (2) Minimum payment.-- (A) In general.--No State that is 1 of the States receiving payment shall receive a payment under this section for any fiscal year that is less than $1,000,000,000. ( 6) District of columbia and territories.--The amount paid under this section for fiscal year 2020 to a State that is the District of Columbia or a territory specified in subsection (a)(2)(A) shall be the amount equal to the product of-- (A) the amount set aside under subsection (a)(2)(A) for such fiscal year; and (B) each such District's and territory's share of the combined total population of the District of Columbia and all such territories, as determined by the Secretary. 8) Data.--For purposes of this subsection, the population of States and units of local governments shall be determined based on the most recent year for which data are available from the Bureau of the Census. ( e) Certification.--In order to receive a payment under this section, a unit of local government shall provide the Secretary with a certification signed by the Chief Executive for the unit of local government that the local government's proposed uses of the funds are consistent with subsection (d) and the unit of government is located in a persistent poverty county. (f) Inspector General Oversight; Recoupment.-- (1) Oversight authority.--The Inspector General of the Department of the Treasury shall conduct monitoring and oversight of the receipt, disbursement, and use of funds made available under this section.

To provide increased funding for States and communities in need, and for other purposes. The poverty rate shall be determined based on the most recent year for which data are available from the Bureau of the Census. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Treasury. c) Payment Amounts.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), the amount paid under this section for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2026 to a State that is 1 of the 10 eligible States shall be the amount equal to the relative population proportion amount determined for the State under paragraph (3) for such fiscal year. (2) Minimum payment.-- (A) In general.--No State that is 1 of the States receiving payment shall receive a payment under this section for any fiscal year that is less than $1,000,000,000. ( 6) District of columbia and territories.--The amount paid under this section for fiscal year 2020 to a State that is the District of Columbia or a territory specified in subsection (a)(2)(A) shall be the amount equal to the product of-- (A) the amount set aside under subsection (a)(2)(A) for such fiscal year; and (B) each such District's and territory's share of the combined total population of the District of Columbia and all such territories, as determined by the Secretary. 8) Data.--For purposes of this subsection, the population of States and units of local governments shall be determined based on the most recent year for which data are available from the Bureau of the Census. ( e) Certification.--In order to receive a payment under this section, a unit of local government shall provide the Secretary with a certification signed by the Chief Executive for the unit of local government that the local government's proposed uses of the funds are consistent with subsection (d) and the unit of government is located in a persistent poverty county. (f) Inspector General Oversight; Recoupment.-- (1) Oversight authority.--The Inspector General of the Department of the Treasury shall conduct monitoring and oversight of the receipt, disbursement, and use of funds made available under this section.

To provide increased funding for States and communities in need, and for other purposes. In this Act: (1) Eligible state.--The term ``eligible State'' means any State in the bottom 10 of all 50 States, excluding the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the United States Virgin Islands, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and American Samoa, in a combined ranking of average life expectancy, infant mortality rate, poverty rate, and percentage of State population with a college degree. The infant mortality rate shall be determined based on data from the Centers for Disease Control National Center for Health Statistics for the most recent year for which the data are available. The poverty rate shall be determined based on the most recent year for which data are available from the Bureau of the Census. (2) Reservation of funds.--Of the amount appropriated under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall reserve-- (A) $2,000,000,000 of such amount for making payments to the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the United States Virgin Islands, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and American Samoa; (B) $3,000,000,000 of such amount for making payments to Tribal governments; and (C) $5,000,000,000 of such amount for making payment to persistent poverty counties within eligible States. ( b) Authority To Make Payments.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this section, and annually thereafter, the Secretary shall pay each eligible State, tribal and territorial government, and each unit of local government that meets the condition described in paragraph (2), the amount determined for the State, Tribal government, or unit of local government, for fiscal year 2021 through 2026 under subsection (c). ( (c) Payment Amounts.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), the amount paid under this section for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2026 to a State that is 1 of the 10 eligible States shall be the amount equal to the relative population proportion amount determined for the State under paragraph (3) for such fiscal year. ( 3) Relative population proportion amount.--For purposes of paragraph (1), the relative population proportion amount determined under this paragraph for a State for fiscal years 2021 through 2026 is the product of-- (A) the amount appropriated under paragraph (1) of subsection (a) that remains after the application of paragraph (2) of that subsection; and (B) the relative State population proportion (as defined in paragraph (4)). (4) Relative state population proportion defined.--For purposes of paragraph (3)(B), the term ``relative State population proportion'' means, with respect to a State, the quotient of-- (A) the population of the State; and (B) the total population of all eligible States (excluding the District of Columbia and territories specified in subsection (a)(2)(A)). ( 5) Relative unit of local government population proportion amount.--For purposes of subsection (b)(2), the term ``relative unit of local government population proportion amount'' means, with respect to a unit of local government of a persistent poverty county, the amount equal to the quotient of-- (A) the population of the unit of local government; and (B) the total population of all persistent poverty counties in the eligible States. ( 8) Data.--For purposes of this subsection, the population of States and units of local governments shall be determined based on the most recent year for which data are available from the Bureau of the Census. e) Certification.--In order to receive a payment under this section, a unit of local government shall provide the Secretary with a certification signed by the Chief Executive for the unit of local government that the local government's proposed uses of the funds are consistent with subsection (d) and the unit of government is located in a persistent poverty county. ( f) Inspector General Oversight; Recoupment.-- (1) Oversight authority.--The Inspector General of the Department of the Treasury shall conduct monitoring and oversight of the receipt, disbursement, and use of funds made available under this section.

To provide increased funding for States and communities in need, and for other purposes. The poverty rate shall be determined based on the most recent year for which data are available from the Bureau of the Census. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Treasury. c) Payment Amounts.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), the amount paid under this section for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2026 to a State that is 1 of the 10 eligible States shall be the amount equal to the relative population proportion amount determined for the State under paragraph (3) for such fiscal year. (2) Minimum payment.-- (A) In general.--No State that is 1 of the States receiving payment shall receive a payment under this section for any fiscal year that is less than $1,000,000,000. ( 6) District of columbia and territories.--The amount paid under this section for fiscal year 2020 to a State that is the District of Columbia or a territory specified in subsection (a)(2)(A) shall be the amount equal to the product of-- (A) the amount set aside under subsection (a)(2)(A) for such fiscal year; and (B) each such District's and territory's share of the combined total population of the District of Columbia and all such territories, as determined by the Secretary. 8) Data.--For purposes of this subsection, the population of States and units of local governments shall be determined based on the most recent year for which data are available from the Bureau of the Census. ( e) Certification.--In order to receive a payment under this section, a unit of local government shall provide the Secretary with a certification signed by the Chief Executive for the unit of local government that the local government's proposed uses of the funds are consistent with subsection (d) and the unit of government is located in a persistent poverty county. (f) Inspector General Oversight; Recoupment.-- (1) Oversight authority.--The Inspector General of the Department of the Treasury shall conduct monitoring and oversight of the receipt, disbursement, and use of funds made available under this section.

To provide increased funding for States and communities in need, and for other purposes. In this Act: (1) Eligible state.--The term ``eligible State'' means any State in the bottom 10 of all 50 States, excluding the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the United States Virgin Islands, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and American Samoa, in a combined ranking of average life expectancy, infant mortality rate, poverty rate, and percentage of State population with a college degree. The infant mortality rate shall be determined based on data from the Centers for Disease Control National Center for Health Statistics for the most recent year for which the data are available. The poverty rate shall be determined based on the most recent year for which data are available from the Bureau of the Census. (2) Reservation of funds.--Of the amount appropriated under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall reserve-- (A) $2,000,000,000 of such amount for making payments to the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the United States Virgin Islands, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and American Samoa; (B) $3,000,000,000 of such amount for making payments to Tribal governments; and (C) $5,000,000,000 of such amount for making payment to persistent poverty counties within eligible States. ( b) Authority To Make Payments.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this section, and annually thereafter, the Secretary shall pay each eligible State, tribal and territorial government, and each unit of local government that meets the condition described in paragraph (2), the amount determined for the State, Tribal government, or unit of local government, for fiscal year 2021 through 2026 under subsection (c). ( (c) Payment Amounts.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), the amount paid under this section for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2026 to a State that is 1 of the 10 eligible States shall be the amount equal to the relative population proportion amount determined for the State under paragraph (3) for such fiscal year. ( 3) Relative population proportion amount.--For purposes of paragraph (1), the relative population proportion amount determined under this paragraph for a State for fiscal years 2021 through 2026 is the product of-- (A) the amount appropriated under paragraph (1) of subsection (a) that remains after the application of paragraph (2) of that subsection; and (B) the relative State population proportion (as defined in paragraph (4)). (4) Relative state population proportion defined.--For purposes of paragraph (3)(B), the term ``relative State population proportion'' means, with respect to a State, the quotient of-- (A) the population of the State; and (B) the total population of all eligible States (excluding the District of Columbia and territories specified in subsection (a)(2)(A)). ( 5) Relative unit of local government population proportion amount.--For purposes of subsection (b)(2), the term ``relative unit of local government population proportion amount'' means, with respect to a unit of local government of a persistent poverty county, the amount equal to the quotient of-- (A) the population of the unit of local government; and (B) the total population of all persistent poverty counties in the eligible States. ( 8) Data.--For purposes of this subsection, the population of States and units of local governments shall be determined based on the most recent year for which data are available from the Bureau of the Census. e) Certification.--In order to receive a payment under this section, a unit of local government shall provide the Secretary with a certification signed by the Chief Executive for the unit of local government that the local government's proposed uses of the funds are consistent with subsection (d) and the unit of government is located in a persistent poverty county. ( f) Inspector General Oversight; Recoupment.-- (1) Oversight authority.--The Inspector General of the Department of the Treasury shall conduct monitoring and oversight of the receipt, disbursement, and use of funds made available under this section.

To provide increased funding for States and communities in need, and for other purposes. The poverty rate shall be determined based on the most recent year for which data are available from the Bureau of the Census. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Treasury. c) Payment Amounts.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), the amount paid under this section for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2026 to a State that is 1 of the 10 eligible States shall be the amount equal to the relative population proportion amount determined for the State under paragraph (3) for such fiscal year. (2) Minimum payment.-- (A) In general.--No State that is 1 of the States receiving payment shall receive a payment under this section for any fiscal year that is less than $1,000,000,000. ( 6) District of columbia and territories.--The amount paid under this section for fiscal year 2020 to a State that is the District of Columbia or a territory specified in subsection (a)(2)(A) shall be the amount equal to the product of-- (A) the amount set aside under subsection (a)(2)(A) for such fiscal year; and (B) each such District's and territory's share of the combined total population of the District of Columbia and all such territories, as determined by the Secretary. 8) Data.--For purposes of this subsection, the population of States and units of local governments shall be determined based on the most recent year for which data are available from the Bureau of the Census. ( e) Certification.--In order to receive a payment under this section, a unit of local government shall provide the Secretary with a certification signed by the Chief Executive for the unit of local government that the local government's proposed uses of the funds are consistent with subsection (d) and the unit of government is located in a persistent poverty county. (f) Inspector General Oversight; Recoupment.-- (1) Oversight authority.--The Inspector General of the Department of the Treasury shall conduct monitoring and oversight of the receipt, disbursement, and use of funds made available under this section.

To provide increased funding for States and communities in need, and for other purposes. In this Act: (1) Eligible state.--The term ``eligible State'' means any State in the bottom 10 of all 50 States, excluding the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the United States Virgin Islands, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and American Samoa, in a combined ranking of average life expectancy, infant mortality rate, poverty rate, and percentage of State population with a college degree. ( b) Authority To Make Payments.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this section, and annually thereafter, the Secretary shall pay each eligible State, tribal and territorial government, and each unit of local government that meets the condition described in paragraph (2), the amount determined for the State, Tribal government, or unit of local government, for fiscal year 2021 through 2026 under subsection (c). ( ( c) Payment Amounts.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), the amount paid under this section for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2026 to a State that is 1 of the 10 eligible States shall be the amount equal to the relative population proportion amount determined for the State under paragraph (3) for such fiscal year. ( (4) Relative state population proportion defined.--For purposes of paragraph (3)(B), the term ``relative State population proportion'' means, with respect to a State, the quotient of-- (A) the population of the State; and (B) the total population of all eligible States (excluding the District of Columbia and territories specified in subsection (a)(2)(A)). ( 5) Relative unit of local government population proportion amount.--For purposes of subsection (b)(2), the term ``relative unit of local government population proportion amount'' means, with respect to a unit of local government of a persistent poverty county, the amount equal to the quotient of-- (A) the population of the unit of local government; and (B) the total population of all persistent poverty counties in the eligible States. ( ( f) Inspector General Oversight; Recoupment.-- (1) Oversight authority.--The Inspector General of the Department of the Treasury shall conduct monitoring and oversight of the receipt, disbursement, and use of funds made available under this section.

To provide increased funding for States and communities in need, and for other purposes. The poverty rate shall be determined based on the most recent year for which data are available from the Bureau of the Census. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Treasury. c) Payment Amounts.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), the amount paid under this section for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2026 to a State that is 1 of the 10 eligible States shall be the amount equal to the relative population proportion amount determined for the State under paragraph (3) for such fiscal year. (2) Minimum payment.-- (A) In general.--No State that is 1 of the States receiving payment shall receive a payment under this section for any fiscal year that is less than $1,000,000,000. ( 6) District of columbia and territories.--The amount paid under this section for fiscal year 2020 to a State that is the District of Columbia or a territory specified in subsection (a)(2)(A) shall be the amount equal to the product of-- (A) the amount set aside under subsection (a)(2)(A) for such fiscal year; and (B) each such District's and territory's share of the combined total population of the District of Columbia and all such territories, as determined by the Secretary. 8) Data.--For purposes of this subsection, the population of States and units of local governments shall be determined based on the most recent year for which data are available from the Bureau of the Census. ( e) Certification.--In order to receive a payment under this section, a unit of local government shall provide the Secretary with a certification signed by the Chief Executive for the unit of local government that the local government's proposed uses of the funds are consistent with subsection (d) and the unit of government is located in a persistent poverty county. (f) Inspector General Oversight; Recoupment.-- (1) Oversight authority.--The Inspector General of the Department of the Treasury shall conduct monitoring and oversight of the receipt, disbursement, and use of funds made available under this section.

To provide increased funding for States and communities in need, and for other purposes. In this Act: (1) Eligible state.--The term ``eligible State'' means any State in the bottom 10 of all 50 States, excluding the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the United States Virgin Islands, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and American Samoa, in a combined ranking of average life expectancy, infant mortality rate, poverty rate, and percentage of State population with a college degree. ( b) Authority To Make Payments.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this section, and annually thereafter, the Secretary shall pay each eligible State, tribal and territorial government, and each unit of local government that meets the condition described in paragraph (2), the amount determined for the State, Tribal government, or unit of local government, for fiscal year 2021 through 2026 under subsection (c). ( ( c) Payment Amounts.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), the amount paid under this section for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2026 to a State that is 1 of the 10 eligible States shall be the amount equal to the relative population proportion amount determined for the State under paragraph (3) for such fiscal year. ( (4) Relative state population proportion defined.--For purposes of paragraph (3)(B), the term ``relative State population proportion'' means, with respect to a State, the quotient of-- (A) the population of the State; and (B) the total population of all eligible States (excluding the District of Columbia and territories specified in subsection (a)(2)(A)). ( 5) Relative unit of local government population proportion amount.--For purposes of subsection (b)(2), the term ``relative unit of local government population proportion amount'' means, with respect to a unit of local government of a persistent poverty county, the amount equal to the quotient of-- (A) the population of the unit of local government; and (B) the total population of all persistent poverty counties in the eligible States. ( ( f) Inspector General Oversight; Recoupment.-- (1) Oversight authority.--The Inspector General of the Department of the Treasury shall conduct monitoring and oversight of the receipt, disbursement, and use of funds made available under this section.

S.1035

Labor and Employment

Workforce Data for Analyzing and Tracking Automation Act of 2021 or the Workforce DATA Act This bill provides for a study by the National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine on measuring the impact of automation on the workforce. Specifically, the bill requires the Department of Labor to request the academies to enter into an arrangement to conduct a consensus study on how to measure the impact of automation on the workforce, including job creation, job displacement, job retention, and the shifting of skills in demand due to automation. In addition, Labor must establish an advisory board, or form a subcommittee of an existing advisory board, to provide recommendations on addressing the impact of automation on the workforce.

To require the Secretary of Labor to take initiatives to measure the impact of automation on the workforce in order to inform workforce development strategies, 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 ``Workforce Data for Analyzing and Tracking Automation Act of 2021'' or the ``Workforce DATA Act''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Automation.--The term ``automation'' means using technology to produce a good or service previously produced by human work. (2) Board; subcommittee.--The term ``Board'' or ``Subcommittee'' means the advisory board or subcommittee established or formed under section 4(a). (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Labor. SEC. 3. STUDY BY THE NATIONAL ACADEMIES OF SCIENCES, ENGINEERING, AND MEDICINE ON MEASURING THE IMPACT OF AUTOMATION ON THE WORKFORCE. (a) In General.--Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall request the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to enter into an arrangement with the Secretary for the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to conduct a consensus study on how to measure the impact of automation on the workforce, including job creation, job displacement, job retention, and the shifting of skills in demand due to automation. (b) Contents.--The study under subsection (a) shall-- (1) include a review of workforce data programs used by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of the date of enactment of this Act, for measuring the impact of automation on the workforce; (2) identify and review other potential data sources for measuring such impact; (3) identify appropriate statistical methods for using and integrating other data sources to supplement or enhance the workforce data programs described in paragraph (1); and (4) advise the Bureau of Labor Statistics on research needed to acquire, evaluate, and incorporate additional data sources to adequately measure and assess, on an ongoing basis-- (A) industry sectors and occupations significantly impacted by automation; (B) jobs and occupations created or substantially changed as a result of automation; (C) occupational shifts in labor demand, including the number of workers displaced (or with a change in earnings) due to automation, and the demographics of such workers, such as the race, gender, age, level of education, location, employment status, and earnings of such workers; (D) the consequences of displacement due to automation, including the consequences of workers becoming subsequently unemployed, exiting from the workforce, entering retraining, changing positions within a company, and experiencing a change in earnings; (E) changes to workforce skills in demand as a result of automation; and (F) additional data recommended by the Board or Subcommittee under section 4(c)(1)(A)(iii). (c) Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to Congress, and make publicly available, a report on the results of the study under subsection (a). (d) Plan for Bureau of Labor Statistics.--Not later than 1 year after the date on which the Secretary submits the report to Congress under subsection (c), the Secretary shall make publicly available a plan for how the Bureau of Labor Statistics shall respond to the findings of the study contained in such report. SEC. 4. INPUT ON IMPACT OF AUTOMATION FROM WORKFORCE ADVISORY BOARD OR SUBCOMMITTEE. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall establish an advisory board, or form a subcommittee of an advisory board that exists on the date of enactment of this Act, to provide recommendations on addressing the impact of automation on the workforce. (b) Membership.--The Board or Subcommittee shall consist of nationally representative members, including the balanced participation of-- (1) State boards, as defined in section 3 of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (29 U.S.C. 3102); (2) labor organizations; (3) industry representatives; (4) nonprofit entities, or community-based organizations, with experience researching the impact of automation on the workforce; (5) academic experts in the field of workforce development, labor economics, and program evaluation; and (6) any other stakeholders the Secretary determines appropriate. (c) Duties.-- (1) Recommendations for additional data.-- (A) Initial evaluation.--Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Board or Subcommittee shall-- (i) identify additional types of data related to the impact of automation on the workforce that would inform actions of business and labor stakeholders; (ii) identify administrative data needed to guide policy formation related to easing impacts of automation; and (iii) for purposes of the assessment under section 3(b)(4), provide recommendations to the Secretary and the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine based on the additional data identified under clauses (i) and (ii). (B) Annual updates.--Not later than 1 year after the date on which the recommendations are provided under subparagraph (A), and each year thereafter, the Board or Subcommittee shall evaluate the additional data identified under such subparagraph, and provide updated recommendations to the Secretary based on such evaluation. (2) Recommendations based on bureau of labor statistics measurements.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 4 years after the date of enactment of this Act, and each year thereafter, the Board or Subcommittee shall-- (i) evaluate strategies for workforce development, based on measurements of impact on the workforce due to automation determined by the Bureau of Labor Statistics and on other relevant evidence; and (ii) provide recommendations to the Secretary and to Congress based on such evaluation. (B) Public access.--The Secretary shall disseminate the strategies recommended under subparagraph (A) to relevant stakeholders and make such strategies available to the public. (d) Federal Advisory Committee Act.--The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.) shall not apply to the Board or Subcommittee. <all>

Workforce DATA Act

A bill to require the Secretary of Labor to take initiatives to measure the impact of automation on the workforce in order to inform workforce development strategies, and for other purposes.

Workforce DATA Act Workforce Data for Analyzing and Tracking Automation Act of 2021

Sen. Peters, Gary C.

D

MI

This bill provides for a study by the National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine on measuring the impact of automation on the workforce. Specifically, the bill requires the Department of Labor to request the academies to enter into an arrangement to conduct a consensus study on how to measure the impact of automation on the workforce, including job creation, job displacement, job retention, and the shifting of skills in demand due to automation. In addition, Labor must establish an advisory board, or form a subcommittee of an existing advisory board, to provide recommendations on addressing the impact of automation on the workforce.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Workforce Data for Analyzing and Tracking Automation Act of 2021'' or the ``Workforce DATA Act''. 2. DEFINITIONS. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Labor. STUDY BY THE NATIONAL ACADEMIES OF SCIENCES, ENGINEERING, AND MEDICINE ON MEASURING THE IMPACT OF AUTOMATION ON THE WORKFORCE. (a) In General.--Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall request the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to enter into an arrangement with the Secretary for the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to conduct a consensus study on how to measure the impact of automation on the workforce, including job creation, job displacement, job retention, and the shifting of skills in demand due to automation. (d) Plan for Bureau of Labor Statistics.--Not later than 1 year after the date on which the Secretary submits the report to Congress under subsection (c), the Secretary shall make publicly available a plan for how the Bureau of Labor Statistics shall respond to the findings of the study contained in such report. SEC. 4. INPUT ON IMPACT OF AUTOMATION FROM WORKFORCE ADVISORY BOARD OR SUBCOMMITTEE. (B) Annual updates.--Not later than 1 year after the date on which the recommendations are provided under subparagraph (A), and each year thereafter, the Board or Subcommittee shall evaluate the additional data identified under such subparagraph, and provide updated recommendations to the Secretary based on such evaluation. (B) Public access.--The Secretary shall disseminate the strategies recommended under subparagraph (A) to relevant stakeholders and make such strategies available to the public. (d) Federal Advisory Committee Act.--The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.)

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Workforce Data for Analyzing and Tracking Automation Act of 2021'' or the ``Workforce DATA Act''. 2. DEFINITIONS. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Labor. STUDY BY THE NATIONAL ACADEMIES OF SCIENCES, ENGINEERING, AND MEDICINE ON MEASURING THE IMPACT OF AUTOMATION ON THE WORKFORCE. (a) In General.--Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall request the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to enter into an arrangement with the Secretary for the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to conduct a consensus study on how to measure the impact of automation on the workforce, including job creation, job displacement, job retention, and the shifting of skills in demand due to automation. (d) Plan for Bureau of Labor Statistics.--Not later than 1 year after the date on which the Secretary submits the report to Congress under subsection (c), the Secretary shall make publicly available a plan for how the Bureau of Labor Statistics shall respond to the findings of the study contained in such report. SEC. 4. INPUT ON IMPACT OF AUTOMATION FROM WORKFORCE ADVISORY BOARD OR SUBCOMMITTEE. (B) Annual updates.--Not later than 1 year after the date on which the recommendations are provided under subparagraph (A), and each year thereafter, the Board or Subcommittee shall evaluate the additional data identified under such subparagraph, and provide updated recommendations to the Secretary based on such evaluation. (B) Public access.--The Secretary shall disseminate the strategies recommended under subparagraph (A) to relevant stakeholders and make such strategies available to the public. (d) Federal Advisory Committee Act.--The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.)

To require the Secretary of Labor to take initiatives to measure the impact of automation on the workforce in order to inform workforce development strategies, 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 ``Workforce Data for Analyzing and Tracking Automation Act of 2021'' or the ``Workforce DATA Act''. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Automation.--The term ``automation'' means using technology to produce a good or service previously produced by human work. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Labor. STUDY BY THE NATIONAL ACADEMIES OF SCIENCES, ENGINEERING, AND MEDICINE ON MEASURING THE IMPACT OF AUTOMATION ON THE WORKFORCE. (a) In General.--Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall request the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to enter into an arrangement with the Secretary for the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to conduct a consensus study on how to measure the impact of automation on the workforce, including job creation, job displacement, job retention, and the shifting of skills in demand due to automation. (b) Contents.--The study under subsection (a) shall-- (1) include a review of workforce data programs used by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of the date of enactment of this Act, for measuring the impact of automation on the workforce; (2) identify and review other potential data sources for measuring such impact; (3) identify appropriate statistical methods for using and integrating other data sources to supplement or enhance the workforce data programs described in paragraph (1); and (4) advise the Bureau of Labor Statistics on research needed to acquire, evaluate, and incorporate additional data sources to adequately measure and assess, on an ongoing basis-- (A) industry sectors and occupations significantly impacted by automation; (B) jobs and occupations created or substantially changed as a result of automation; (C) occupational shifts in labor demand, including the number of workers displaced (or with a change in earnings) due to automation, and the demographics of such workers, such as the race, gender, age, level of education, location, employment status, and earnings of such workers; (D) the consequences of displacement due to automation, including the consequences of workers becoming subsequently unemployed, exiting from the workforce, entering retraining, changing positions within a company, and experiencing a change in earnings; (E) changes to workforce skills in demand as a result of automation; and (F) additional data recommended by the Board or Subcommittee under section 4(c)(1)(A)(iii). (d) Plan for Bureau of Labor Statistics.--Not later than 1 year after the date on which the Secretary submits the report to Congress under subsection (c), the Secretary shall make publicly available a plan for how the Bureau of Labor Statistics shall respond to the findings of the study contained in such report. SEC. 4. INPUT ON IMPACT OF AUTOMATION FROM WORKFORCE ADVISORY BOARD OR SUBCOMMITTEE. (b) Membership.--The Board or Subcommittee shall consist of nationally representative members, including the balanced participation of-- (1) State boards, as defined in section 3 of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (29 U.S.C. 3102); (2) labor organizations; (3) industry representatives; (4) nonprofit entities, or community-based organizations, with experience researching the impact of automation on the workforce; (5) academic experts in the field of workforce development, labor economics, and program evaluation; and (6) any other stakeholders the Secretary determines appropriate. (B) Annual updates.--Not later than 1 year after the date on which the recommendations are provided under subparagraph (A), and each year thereafter, the Board or Subcommittee shall evaluate the additional data identified under such subparagraph, and provide updated recommendations to the Secretary based on such evaluation. (B) Public access.--The Secretary shall disseminate the strategies recommended under subparagraph (A) to relevant stakeholders and make such strategies available to the public. (d) Federal Advisory Committee Act.--The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.)

To require the Secretary of Labor to take initiatives to measure the impact of automation on the workforce in order to inform workforce development strategies, 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 ``Workforce Data for Analyzing and Tracking Automation Act of 2021'' or the ``Workforce DATA Act''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Automation.--The term ``automation'' means using technology to produce a good or service previously produced by human work. (2) Board; subcommittee.--The term ``Board'' or ``Subcommittee'' means the advisory board or subcommittee established or formed under section 4(a). (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Labor. SEC. 3. STUDY BY THE NATIONAL ACADEMIES OF SCIENCES, ENGINEERING, AND MEDICINE ON MEASURING THE IMPACT OF AUTOMATION ON THE WORKFORCE. (a) In General.--Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall request the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to enter into an arrangement with the Secretary for the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to conduct a consensus study on how to measure the impact of automation on the workforce, including job creation, job displacement, job retention, and the shifting of skills in demand due to automation. (b) Contents.--The study under subsection (a) shall-- (1) include a review of workforce data programs used by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of the date of enactment of this Act, for measuring the impact of automation on the workforce; (2) identify and review other potential data sources for measuring such impact; (3) identify appropriate statistical methods for using and integrating other data sources to supplement or enhance the workforce data programs described in paragraph (1); and (4) advise the Bureau of Labor Statistics on research needed to acquire, evaluate, and incorporate additional data sources to adequately measure and assess, on an ongoing basis-- (A) industry sectors and occupations significantly impacted by automation; (B) jobs and occupations created or substantially changed as a result of automation; (C) occupational shifts in labor demand, including the number of workers displaced (or with a change in earnings) due to automation, and the demographics of such workers, such as the race, gender, age, level of education, location, employment status, and earnings of such workers; (D) the consequences of displacement due to automation, including the consequences of workers becoming subsequently unemployed, exiting from the workforce, entering retraining, changing positions within a company, and experiencing a change in earnings; (E) changes to workforce skills in demand as a result of automation; and (F) additional data recommended by the Board or Subcommittee under section 4(c)(1)(A)(iii). (c) Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to Congress, and make publicly available, a report on the results of the study under subsection (a). (d) Plan for Bureau of Labor Statistics.--Not later than 1 year after the date on which the Secretary submits the report to Congress under subsection (c), the Secretary shall make publicly available a plan for how the Bureau of Labor Statistics shall respond to the findings of the study contained in such report. SEC. 4. INPUT ON IMPACT OF AUTOMATION FROM WORKFORCE ADVISORY BOARD OR SUBCOMMITTEE. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall establish an advisory board, or form a subcommittee of an advisory board that exists on the date of enactment of this Act, to provide recommendations on addressing the impact of automation on the workforce. (b) Membership.--The Board or Subcommittee shall consist of nationally representative members, including the balanced participation of-- (1) State boards, as defined in section 3 of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (29 U.S.C. 3102); (2) labor organizations; (3) industry representatives; (4) nonprofit entities, or community-based organizations, with experience researching the impact of automation on the workforce; (5) academic experts in the field of workforce development, labor economics, and program evaluation; and (6) any other stakeholders the Secretary determines appropriate. (c) Duties.-- (1) Recommendations for additional data.-- (A) Initial evaluation.--Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Board or Subcommittee shall-- (i) identify additional types of data related to the impact of automation on the workforce that would inform actions of business and labor stakeholders; (ii) identify administrative data needed to guide policy formation related to easing impacts of automation; and (iii) for purposes of the assessment under section 3(b)(4), provide recommendations to the Secretary and the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine based on the additional data identified under clauses (i) and (ii). (B) Annual updates.--Not later than 1 year after the date on which the recommendations are provided under subparagraph (A), and each year thereafter, the Board or Subcommittee shall evaluate the additional data identified under such subparagraph, and provide updated recommendations to the Secretary based on such evaluation. (2) Recommendations based on bureau of labor statistics measurements.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 4 years after the date of enactment of this Act, and each year thereafter, the Board or Subcommittee shall-- (i) evaluate strategies for workforce development, based on measurements of impact on the workforce due to automation determined by the Bureau of Labor Statistics and on other relevant evidence; and (ii) provide recommendations to the Secretary and to Congress based on such evaluation. (B) Public access.--The Secretary shall disseminate the strategies recommended under subparagraph (A) to relevant stakeholders and make such strategies available to the public. (d) Federal Advisory Committee Act.--The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.) shall not apply to the Board or Subcommittee. <all>

To require the Secretary of Labor to take initiatives to measure the impact of automation on the workforce in order to inform workforce development strategies, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall request the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to enter into an arrangement with the Secretary for the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to conduct a consensus study on how to measure the impact of automation on the workforce, including job creation, job displacement, job retention, and the shifting of skills in demand due to automation. (c) Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to Congress, and make publicly available, a report on the results of the study under subsection (a). ( a) In General.--The Secretary shall establish an advisory board, or form a subcommittee of an advisory board that exists on the date of enactment of this Act, to provide recommendations on addressing the impact of automation on the workforce. ( B) Annual updates.--Not later than 1 year after the date on which the recommendations are provided under subparagraph (A), and each year thereafter, the Board or Subcommittee shall evaluate the additional data identified under such subparagraph, and provide updated recommendations to the Secretary based on such evaluation. ( 2) Recommendations based on bureau of labor statistics measurements.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 4 years after the date of enactment of this Act, and each year thereafter, the Board or Subcommittee shall-- (i) evaluate strategies for workforce development, based on measurements of impact on the workforce due to automation determined by the Bureau of Labor Statistics and on other relevant evidence; and (ii) provide recommendations to the Secretary and to Congress based on such evaluation. (B) Public access.--The Secretary shall disseminate the strategies recommended under subparagraph (A) to relevant stakeholders and make such strategies available to the public. ( d) Federal Advisory Committee Act.--The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.)

To require the Secretary of Labor to take initiatives to measure the impact of automation on the workforce in order to inform workforce development strategies, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall request the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to enter into an arrangement with the Secretary for the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to conduct a consensus study on how to measure the impact of automation on the workforce, including job creation, job displacement, job retention, and the shifting of skills in demand due to automation. c) Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to Congress, and make publicly available, a report on the results of the study under subsection (a). ( d) Plan for Bureau of Labor Statistics.--Not later than 1 year after the date on which the Secretary submits the report to Congress under subsection (c), the Secretary shall make publicly available a plan for how the Bureau of Labor Statistics shall respond to the findings of the study contained in such report. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall establish an advisory board, or form a subcommittee of an advisory board that exists on the date of enactment of this Act, to provide recommendations on addressing the impact of automation on the workforce. ( 2) Recommendations based on bureau of labor statistics measurements.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 4 years after the date of enactment of this Act, and each year thereafter, the Board or Subcommittee shall-- (i) evaluate strategies for workforce development, based on measurements of impact on the workforce due to automation determined by the Bureau of Labor Statistics and on other relevant evidence; and (ii) provide recommendations to the Secretary and to Congress based on such evaluation. (B) Public access.--The Secretary shall disseminate the strategies recommended under subparagraph (A) to relevant stakeholders and make such strategies available to the public. ( d) Federal Advisory Committee Act.--The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.)

To require the Secretary of Labor to take initiatives to measure the impact of automation on the workforce in order to inform workforce development strategies, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall request the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to enter into an arrangement with the Secretary for the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to conduct a consensus study on how to measure the impact of automation on the workforce, including job creation, job displacement, job retention, and the shifting of skills in demand due to automation. c) Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to Congress, and make publicly available, a report on the results of the study under subsection (a). ( d) Plan for Bureau of Labor Statistics.--Not later than 1 year after the date on which the Secretary submits the report to Congress under subsection (c), the Secretary shall make publicly available a plan for how the Bureau of Labor Statistics shall respond to the findings of the study contained in such report. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall establish an advisory board, or form a subcommittee of an advisory board that exists on the date of enactment of this Act, to provide recommendations on addressing the impact of automation on the workforce. ( 2) Recommendations based on bureau of labor statistics measurements.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 4 years after the date of enactment of this Act, and each year thereafter, the Board or Subcommittee shall-- (i) evaluate strategies for workforce development, based on measurements of impact on the workforce due to automation determined by the Bureau of Labor Statistics and on other relevant evidence; and (ii) provide recommendations to the Secretary and to Congress based on such evaluation. (B) Public access.--The Secretary shall disseminate the strategies recommended under subparagraph (A) to relevant stakeholders and make such strategies available to the public. ( d) Federal Advisory Committee Act.--The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.)

To require the Secretary of Labor to take initiatives to measure the impact of automation on the workforce in order to inform workforce development strategies, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall request the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to enter into an arrangement with the Secretary for the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to conduct a consensus study on how to measure the impact of automation on the workforce, including job creation, job displacement, job retention, and the shifting of skills in demand due to automation. (c) Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to Congress, and make publicly available, a report on the results of the study under subsection (a). ( a) In General.--The Secretary shall establish an advisory board, or form a subcommittee of an advisory board that exists on the date of enactment of this Act, to provide recommendations on addressing the impact of automation on the workforce. ( B) Annual updates.--Not later than 1 year after the date on which the recommendations are provided under subparagraph (A), and each year thereafter, the Board or Subcommittee shall evaluate the additional data identified under such subparagraph, and provide updated recommendations to the Secretary based on such evaluation. ( 2) Recommendations based on bureau of labor statistics measurements.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 4 years after the date of enactment of this Act, and each year thereafter, the Board or Subcommittee shall-- (i) evaluate strategies for workforce development, based on measurements of impact on the workforce due to automation determined by the Bureau of Labor Statistics and on other relevant evidence; and (ii) provide recommendations to the Secretary and to Congress based on such evaluation. (B) Public access.--The Secretary shall disseminate the strategies recommended under subparagraph (A) to relevant stakeholders and make such strategies available to the public. ( d) Federal Advisory Committee Act.--The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.)

To require the Secretary of Labor to take initiatives to measure the impact of automation on the workforce in order to inform workforce development strategies, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall request the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to enter into an arrangement with the Secretary for the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to conduct a consensus study on how to measure the impact of automation on the workforce, including job creation, job displacement, job retention, and the shifting of skills in demand due to automation. c) Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to Congress, and make publicly available, a report on the results of the study under subsection (a). ( d) Plan for Bureau of Labor Statistics.--Not later than 1 year after the date on which the Secretary submits the report to Congress under subsection (c), the Secretary shall make publicly available a plan for how the Bureau of Labor Statistics shall respond to the findings of the study contained in such report. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall establish an advisory board, or form a subcommittee of an advisory board that exists on the date of enactment of this Act, to provide recommendations on addressing the impact of automation on the workforce. ( 2) Recommendations based on bureau of labor statistics measurements.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 4 years after the date of enactment of this Act, and each year thereafter, the Board or Subcommittee shall-- (i) evaluate strategies for workforce development, based on measurements of impact on the workforce due to automation determined by the Bureau of Labor Statistics and on other relevant evidence; and (ii) provide recommendations to the Secretary and to Congress based on such evaluation. (B) Public access.--The Secretary shall disseminate the strategies recommended under subparagraph (A) to relevant stakeholders and make such strategies available to the public. ( d) Federal Advisory Committee Act.--The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.)

To require the Secretary of Labor to take initiatives to measure the impact of automation on the workforce in order to inform workforce development strategies, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall request the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to enter into an arrangement with the Secretary for the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to conduct a consensus study on how to measure the impact of automation on the workforce, including job creation, job displacement, job retention, and the shifting of skills in demand due to automation. (c) Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to Congress, and make publicly available, a report on the results of the study under subsection (a). ( a) In General.--The Secretary shall establish an advisory board, or form a subcommittee of an advisory board that exists on the date of enactment of this Act, to provide recommendations on addressing the impact of automation on the workforce. ( B) Annual updates.--Not later than 1 year after the date on which the recommendations are provided under subparagraph (A), and each year thereafter, the Board or Subcommittee shall evaluate the additional data identified under such subparagraph, and provide updated recommendations to the Secretary based on such evaluation. ( 2) Recommendations based on bureau of labor statistics measurements.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 4 years after the date of enactment of this Act, and each year thereafter, the Board or Subcommittee shall-- (i) evaluate strategies for workforce development, based on measurements of impact on the workforce due to automation determined by the Bureau of Labor Statistics and on other relevant evidence; and (ii) provide recommendations to the Secretary and to Congress based on such evaluation. (B) Public access.--The Secretary shall disseminate the strategies recommended under subparagraph (A) to relevant stakeholders and make such strategies available to the public. ( d) Federal Advisory Committee Act.--The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.)

To require the Secretary of Labor to take initiatives to measure the impact of automation on the workforce in order to inform workforce development strategies, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall request the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to enter into an arrangement with the Secretary for the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to conduct a consensus study on how to measure the impact of automation on the workforce, including job creation, job displacement, job retention, and the shifting of skills in demand due to automation. c) Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to Congress, and make publicly available, a report on the results of the study under subsection (a). ( d) Plan for Bureau of Labor Statistics.--Not later than 1 year after the date on which the Secretary submits the report to Congress under subsection (c), the Secretary shall make publicly available a plan for how the Bureau of Labor Statistics shall respond to the findings of the study contained in such report. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall establish an advisory board, or form a subcommittee of an advisory board that exists on the date of enactment of this Act, to provide recommendations on addressing the impact of automation on the workforce. ( 2) Recommendations based on bureau of labor statistics measurements.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 4 years after the date of enactment of this Act, and each year thereafter, the Board or Subcommittee shall-- (i) evaluate strategies for workforce development, based on measurements of impact on the workforce due to automation determined by the Bureau of Labor Statistics and on other relevant evidence; and (ii) provide recommendations to the Secretary and to Congress based on such evaluation. (B) Public access.--The Secretary shall disseminate the strategies recommended under subparagraph (A) to relevant stakeholders and make such strategies available to the public. ( d) Federal Advisory Committee Act.--The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.)

To require the Secretary of Labor to take initiatives to measure the impact of automation on the workforce in order to inform workforce development strategies, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall request the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to enter into an arrangement with the Secretary for the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to conduct a consensus study on how to measure the impact of automation on the workforce, including job creation, job displacement, job retention, and the shifting of skills in demand due to automation. (c) Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to Congress, and make publicly available, a report on the results of the study under subsection (a). ( a) In General.--The Secretary shall establish an advisory board, or form a subcommittee of an advisory board that exists on the date of enactment of this Act, to provide recommendations on addressing the impact of automation on the workforce. ( B) Annual updates.--Not later than 1 year after the date on which the recommendations are provided under subparagraph (A), and each year thereafter, the Board or Subcommittee shall evaluate the additional data identified under such subparagraph, and provide updated recommendations to the Secretary based on such evaluation. ( 2) Recommendations based on bureau of labor statistics measurements.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 4 years after the date of enactment of this Act, and each year thereafter, the Board or Subcommittee shall-- (i) evaluate strategies for workforce development, based on measurements of impact on the workforce due to automation determined by the Bureau of Labor Statistics and on other relevant evidence; and (ii) provide recommendations to the Secretary and to Congress based on such evaluation. (B) Public access.--The Secretary shall disseminate the strategies recommended under subparagraph (A) to relevant stakeholders and make such strategies available to the public. ( d) Federal Advisory Committee Act.--The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.)

To require the Secretary of Labor to take initiatives to measure the impact of automation on the workforce in order to inform workforce development strategies, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall request the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to enter into an arrangement with the Secretary for the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to conduct a consensus study on how to measure the impact of automation on the workforce, including job creation, job displacement, job retention, and the shifting of skills in demand due to automation. c) Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to Congress, and make publicly available, a report on the results of the study under subsection (a). ( d) Plan for Bureau of Labor Statistics.--Not later than 1 year after the date on which the Secretary submits the report to Congress under subsection (c), the Secretary shall make publicly available a plan for how the Bureau of Labor Statistics shall respond to the findings of the study contained in such report. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall establish an advisory board, or form a subcommittee of an advisory board that exists on the date of enactment of this Act, to provide recommendations on addressing the impact of automation on the workforce. ( 2) Recommendations based on bureau of labor statistics measurements.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 4 years after the date of enactment of this Act, and each year thereafter, the Board or Subcommittee shall-- (i) evaluate strategies for workforce development, based on measurements of impact on the workforce due to automation determined by the Bureau of Labor Statistics and on other relevant evidence; and (ii) provide recommendations to the Secretary and to Congress based on such evaluation. (B) Public access.--The Secretary shall disseminate the strategies recommended under subparagraph (A) to relevant stakeholders and make such strategies available to the public. ( d) Federal Advisory Committee Act.--The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.)

To require the Secretary of Labor to take initiatives to measure the impact of automation on the workforce in order to inform workforce development strategies, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall request the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to enter into an arrangement with the Secretary for the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to conduct a consensus study on how to measure the impact of automation on the workforce, including job creation, job displacement, job retention, and the shifting of skills in demand due to automation. (c) Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to Congress, and make publicly available, a report on the results of the study under subsection (a). ( a) In General.--The Secretary shall establish an advisory board, or form a subcommittee of an advisory board that exists on the date of enactment of this Act, to provide recommendations on addressing the impact of automation on the workforce. ( B) Annual updates.--Not later than 1 year after the date on which the recommendations are provided under subparagraph (A), and each year thereafter, the Board or Subcommittee shall evaluate the additional data identified under such subparagraph, and provide updated recommendations to the Secretary based on such evaluation. ( 2) Recommendations based on bureau of labor statistics measurements.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 4 years after the date of enactment of this Act, and each year thereafter, the Board or Subcommittee shall-- (i) evaluate strategies for workforce development, based on measurements of impact on the workforce due to automation determined by the Bureau of Labor Statistics and on other relevant evidence; and (ii) provide recommendations to the Secretary and to Congress based on such evaluation. (B) Public access.--The Secretary shall disseminate the strategies recommended under subparagraph (A) to relevant stakeholders and make such strategies available to the public. ( d) Federal Advisory Committee Act.--The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.)

S.1877

Emergency Management

Hazard Eligibility and Local Projects Act This bill makes an entity seeking assistance under a hazard mitigation assistance program eligible to receive such assistance for certain projects already in progress. A covered project means a project that The authority provided under this bill terminates three years after its enactment.

To modify eligibility requirements for certain hazard mitigation assistance programs, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <DELETED>SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE.</DELETED> <DELETED> This Act may be cited as the ``Hazard Eligibility and Local Projects Act''.</DELETED> <DELETED>SEC. 2. AUTHORITY TO BEGIN IMPLEMENTATION OF ACQUISITION OR RELOCATION PROJECTS.</DELETED> <DELETED> (a) Eligibility for Assistance for Initiated Projects.-- </DELETED> <DELETED> (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, an entity seeking assistance under a hazard mitigation assistance program shall be eligible to receive such assistance for a covered project if the entity--</DELETED> <DELETED> (A) complies with all other eligibility requirements of the hazard mitigation assistance program for acquisition or relocation projects, including extinguishing all incompatible encumbrances; and</DELETED> <DELETED> (B) complies with all Federal requirements for the project.</DELETED> <DELETED> (2) Costs incurred.--An entity seeking assistance under a hazard mitigation assistance program shall be responsible for any project costs incurred by the entity for a covered project if the covered project is not awarded, or is determined to be ineligible for, assistance.</DELETED> <DELETED> (b) Definitions.--In this section:</DELETED> <DELETED> (1) Covered project.--The term ``covered project'' means--</DELETED> <DELETED> (A) an acquisition or relocation project for which an entity began implementation prior to grant award under a hazard mitigation assistance program; and</DELETED> <DELETED> (B) a project for which an entity initiated planning or construction before or after requesting assistance for the project under a hazard mitigation assistance program qualifying for a categorical exemption under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.).</DELETED> <DELETED> (2) Hazard mitigation assistance program.--The term ``hazard mitigation assistance program'' means--</DELETED> <DELETED> (A) the predisaster hazard mitigation grant program authorized under section 203 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5133);</DELETED> <DELETED> (B) the hazard mitigation grant program authorized under section 404 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170c); and</DELETED> <DELETED> (C) the flood mitigation assistance program authorized under section 1366 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 4104c).</DELETED> <DELETED> (c) Applicability.--This section shall apply to funds appropriated on or after the date of enactment of this Act.</DELETED> SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Hazard Eligibility and Local Projects Act''. SEC. 2. AUTHORITY TO BEGIN IMPLEMENTATION OF ACQUISITION AND DEMOLITION ASSISTANCE PROJECTS. (a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency. (2) Covered project.--The term ``covered project'' means a project that-- (A) is an acquisition and demolition project for which an entity began implementation, including planning or construction, before or after requesting assistance for the project under a hazard mitigation assistance program; and (B) qualifies for a categorical exclusion under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (? 42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.). (3) Hazard mitigation assistance program.--The term ``hazard mitigation assistance program'' means-- (A) any grant program authorized under section 203 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5133); (B) the hazard mitigation grant program authorized under section 404 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170c); and (C) the flood mitigation assistance program authorized under section 1366 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 4104c). (b) Eligibility for Assistance for Covered Projects.-- (1) In general.--An entity seeking assistance under a hazard mitigation assistance program may be eligible to receive that assistance for a covered project if-- (A) the entity-- (i) complies with all other eligibility requirements of the hazard mitigation assistance program for acquisition or demolition projects, including extinguishing all incompatible encumbrances; and (ii) complies with all Federal requirements for the covered project; and (B) the Administrator determines that the covered project-- (i) qualifies for a categorical exclusion under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.); (ii) is compliant with applicable floodplain management and protection of wetland regulations and criteria; and (iii) does not require consultation under any other environmental or historic preservation law or regulation or involve any extraordinary circumstances. (2) Costs incurred.--An entity seeking assistance under a hazard mitigation assistance program shall be responsible for any project costs incurred by the entity for a covered project if the covered project is not awarded, or is determined to be ineligible for, assistance. (c) Applicability.--This Act shall apply to covered projects started on or after the date of enactment of this Act. (d) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter for 3 years, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report on use of the authority under this Act, including-- (1) how many applicants used the authority; (2) how many applicants using the authority successfully obtained a grant; (3) how many applicants were not able to successfully obtain a grant; (4) the reasons applicants were not able to obtain a grant; and (5) the extent to which applicants using the authority were able to comply with all necessary Federal environmental, historic preservation, and other related laws and regulations. (e) Termination.--The authority provided under this Act shall cease to be effective on the date that is 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act. Calendar No. 557 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 1877 [Report No. 117-205] _______________________________________________________________________

Hazard Eligibility and Local Projects Act

A bill to modify eligibility requirements for certain hazard mitigation assistance programs, and for other purposes.

Hazard Eligibility and Local Projects Act Hazard Eligibility and Local Projects Act

Sen. Tillis, Thomas

R

NC

This bill makes an entity seeking assistance under a hazard mitigation assistance program eligible to receive such assistance for certain projects already in progress. A covered project means a project that The authority provided under this bill terminates three years after its enactment.

To modify eligibility requirements for certain hazard mitigation assistance programs, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <DELETED>SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE.</DELETED> <DELETED> This Act may be cited as the ``Hazard Eligibility and Local Projects Act''.</DELETED> <DELETED>SEC. 2. AUTHORITY TO BEGIN IMPLEMENTATION OF ACQUISITION AND DEMOLITION ASSISTANCE PROJECTS. (a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency. (3) Hazard mitigation assistance program.--The term ``hazard mitigation assistance program'' means-- (A) any grant program authorized under section 203 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170c); and (C) the flood mitigation assistance program authorized under section 1366 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 4104c). (b) Eligibility for Assistance for Covered Projects.-- (1) In general.--An entity seeking assistance under a hazard mitigation assistance program may be eligible to receive that assistance for a covered project if-- (A) the entity-- (i) complies with all other eligibility requirements of the hazard mitigation assistance program for acquisition or demolition projects, including extinguishing all incompatible encumbrances; and (ii) complies with all Federal requirements for the covered project; and (B) the Administrator determines that the covered project-- (i) qualifies for a categorical exclusion under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq. ); (ii) is compliant with applicable floodplain management and protection of wetland regulations and criteria; and (iii) does not require consultation under any other environmental or historic preservation law or regulation or involve any extraordinary circumstances. (2) Costs incurred.--An entity seeking assistance under a hazard mitigation assistance program shall be responsible for any project costs incurred by the entity for a covered project if the covered project is not awarded, or is determined to be ineligible for, assistance. (c) Applicability.--This Act shall apply to covered projects started on or after the date of enactment of this Act. (d) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter for 3 years, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report on use of the authority under this Act, including-- (1) how many applicants used the authority; (2) how many applicants using the authority successfully obtained a grant; (3) how many applicants were not able to successfully obtain a grant; (4) the reasons applicants were not able to obtain a grant; and (5) the extent to which applicants using the authority were able to comply with all necessary Federal environmental, historic preservation, and other related laws and regulations. (e) Termination.--The authority provided under this Act shall cease to be effective on the date that is 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act. Calendar No. 557 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 1877 [Report No. 117-205] _______________________________________________________________________

SHORT TITLE.</DELETED> <DELETED> This Act may be cited as the ``Hazard Eligibility and Local Projects Act''.</DELETED> <DELETED>SEC. 2. AUTHORITY TO BEGIN IMPLEMENTATION OF ACQUISITION AND DEMOLITION ASSISTANCE PROJECTS. (a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency. (3) Hazard mitigation assistance program.--The term ``hazard mitigation assistance program'' means-- (A) any grant program authorized under section 203 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170c); and (C) the flood mitigation assistance program authorized under section 1366 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 4104c). (b) Eligibility for Assistance for Covered Projects.-- (1) In general.--An entity seeking assistance under a hazard mitigation assistance program may be eligible to receive that assistance for a covered project if-- (A) the entity-- (i) complies with all other eligibility requirements of the hazard mitigation assistance program for acquisition or demolition projects, including extinguishing all incompatible encumbrances; and (ii) complies with all Federal requirements for the covered project; and (B) the Administrator determines that the covered project-- (i) qualifies for a categorical exclusion under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq. (2) Costs incurred.--An entity seeking assistance under a hazard mitigation assistance program shall be responsible for any project costs incurred by the entity for a covered project if the covered project is not awarded, or is determined to be ineligible for, assistance. (d) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter for 3 years, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report on use of the authority under this Act, including-- (1) how many applicants used the authority; (2) how many applicants using the authority successfully obtained a grant; (3) how many applicants were not able to successfully obtain a grant; (4) the reasons applicants were not able to obtain a grant; and (5) the extent to which applicants using the authority were able to comply with all necessary Federal environmental, historic preservation, and other related laws and regulations. Calendar No. 557 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 1877 [Report No. 117-205] _______________________________________________________________________

To modify eligibility requirements for certain hazard mitigation assistance programs, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <DELETED>SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE.</DELETED> <DELETED> This Act may be cited as the ``Hazard Eligibility and Local Projects Act''.</DELETED> <DELETED>SEC. 2. AUTHORITY TO BEGIN IMPLEMENTATION OF ACQUISITION AND DEMOLITION ASSISTANCE PROJECTS. (a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency. (2) Covered project.--The term ``covered project'' means a project that-- (A) is an acquisition and demolition project for which an entity began implementation, including planning or construction, before or after requesting assistance for the project under a hazard mitigation assistance program; and (B) qualifies for a categorical exclusion under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (? (3) Hazard mitigation assistance program.--The term ``hazard mitigation assistance program'' means-- (A) any grant program authorized under section 203 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5133); (B) the hazard mitigation grant program authorized under section 404 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170c); and (C) the flood mitigation assistance program authorized under section 1366 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 4104c). (b) Eligibility for Assistance for Covered Projects.-- (1) In general.--An entity seeking assistance under a hazard mitigation assistance program may be eligible to receive that assistance for a covered project if-- (A) the entity-- (i) complies with all other eligibility requirements of the hazard mitigation assistance program for acquisition or demolition projects, including extinguishing all incompatible encumbrances; and (ii) complies with all Federal requirements for the covered project; and (B) the Administrator determines that the covered project-- (i) qualifies for a categorical exclusion under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq. ); (ii) is compliant with applicable floodplain management and protection of wetland regulations and criteria; and (iii) does not require consultation under any other environmental or historic preservation law or regulation or involve any extraordinary circumstances. (2) Costs incurred.--An entity seeking assistance under a hazard mitigation assistance program shall be responsible for any project costs incurred by the entity for a covered project if the covered project is not awarded, or is determined to be ineligible for, assistance. (c) Applicability.--This Act shall apply to covered projects started on or after the date of enactment of this Act. (d) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter for 3 years, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report on use of the authority under this Act, including-- (1) how many applicants used the authority; (2) how many applicants using the authority successfully obtained a grant; (3) how many applicants were not able to successfully obtain a grant; (4) the reasons applicants were not able to obtain a grant; and (5) the extent to which applicants using the authority were able to comply with all necessary Federal environmental, historic preservation, and other related laws and regulations. (e) Termination.--The authority provided under this Act shall cease to be effective on the date that is 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act. Calendar No. 557 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 1877 [Report No. 117-205] _______________________________________________________________________

To modify eligibility requirements for certain hazard mitigation assistance programs, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <DELETED>SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE.</DELETED> <DELETED> This Act may be cited as the ``Hazard Eligibility and Local Projects Act''.</DELETED> <DELETED>SEC. 2. AUTHORITY TO BEGIN IMPLEMENTATION OF ACQUISITION OR RELOCATION PROJECTS.</DELETED> <DELETED> (a) Eligibility for Assistance for Initiated Projects.-- </DELETED> <DELETED> (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, an entity seeking assistance under a hazard mitigation assistance program shall be eligible to receive such assistance for a covered project if the entity--</DELETED> <DELETED> (A) complies with all other eligibility requirements of the hazard mitigation assistance program for acquisition or relocation projects, including extinguishing all incompatible encumbrances; and</DELETED> <DELETED> (B) complies with all Federal requirements for the project.</DELETED> <DELETED> (2) Costs incurred.--An entity seeking assistance under a hazard mitigation assistance program shall be responsible for any project costs incurred by the entity for a covered project if the covered project is not awarded, or is determined to be ineligible for, assistance.</DELETED> <DELETED> (b) Definitions.--In this section:</DELETED> <DELETED> (1) Covered project.--The term ``covered project'' means--</DELETED> <DELETED> (A) an acquisition or relocation project for which an entity began implementation prior to grant award under a hazard mitigation assistance program; and</DELETED> <DELETED> (B) a project for which an entity initiated planning or construction before or after requesting assistance for the project under a hazard mitigation assistance program qualifying for a categorical exemption under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.).</DELETED> <DELETED> (2) Hazard mitigation assistance program.--The term ``hazard mitigation assistance program'' means--</DELETED> <DELETED> (A) the predisaster hazard mitigation grant program authorized under section 203 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5133);</DELETED> <DELETED> (B) the hazard mitigation grant program authorized under section 404 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170c); and</DELETED> <DELETED> (C) the flood mitigation assistance program authorized under section 1366 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 4104c).</DELETED> <DELETED> (c) Applicability.--This section shall apply to funds appropriated on or after the date of enactment of this Act.</DELETED> SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Hazard Eligibility and Local Projects Act''. SEC. 2. AUTHORITY TO BEGIN IMPLEMENTATION OF ACQUISITION AND DEMOLITION ASSISTANCE PROJECTS. (a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency. (2) Covered project.--The term ``covered project'' means a project that-- (A) is an acquisition and demolition project for which an entity began implementation, including planning or construction, before or after requesting assistance for the project under a hazard mitigation assistance program; and (B) qualifies for a categorical exclusion under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (? 42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.). (3) Hazard mitigation assistance program.--The term ``hazard mitigation assistance program'' means-- (A) any grant program authorized under section 203 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5133); (B) the hazard mitigation grant program authorized under section 404 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170c); and (C) the flood mitigation assistance program authorized under section 1366 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 4104c). (b) Eligibility for Assistance for Covered Projects.-- (1) In general.--An entity seeking assistance under a hazard mitigation assistance program may be eligible to receive that assistance for a covered project if-- (A) the entity-- (i) complies with all other eligibility requirements of the hazard mitigation assistance program for acquisition or demolition projects, including extinguishing all incompatible encumbrances; and (ii) complies with all Federal requirements for the covered project; and (B) the Administrator determines that the covered project-- (i) qualifies for a categorical exclusion under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.); (ii) is compliant with applicable floodplain management and protection of wetland regulations and criteria; and (iii) does not require consultation under any other environmental or historic preservation law or regulation or involve any extraordinary circumstances. (2) Costs incurred.--An entity seeking assistance under a hazard mitigation assistance program shall be responsible for any project costs incurred by the entity for a covered project if the covered project is not awarded, or is determined to be ineligible for, assistance. (c) Applicability.--This Act shall apply to covered projects started on or after the date of enactment of this Act. (d) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter for 3 years, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report on use of the authority under this Act, including-- (1) how many applicants used the authority; (2) how many applicants using the authority successfully obtained a grant; (3) how many applicants were not able to successfully obtain a grant; (4) the reasons applicants were not able to obtain a grant; and (5) the extent to which applicants using the authority were able to comply with all necessary Federal environmental, historic preservation, and other related laws and regulations. (e) Termination.--The authority provided under this Act shall cease to be effective on the date that is 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act. Calendar No. 557 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 1877 [Report No. 117-205] _______________________________________________________________________

To modify eligibility requirements for certain hazard mitigation assistance programs, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <DELETED>SECTION 1. This Act may be cited as the ``Hazard Eligibility and Local Projects Act''. a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency. ( (3) Hazard mitigation assistance program.--The term ``hazard mitigation assistance program'' means-- (A) any grant program authorized under section 203 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5133); (B) the hazard mitigation grant program authorized under section 404 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170c); and (C) the flood mitigation assistance program authorized under section 1366 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 4104c). ( ii) is compliant with applicable floodplain management and protection of wetland regulations and criteria; and (iii) does not require consultation under any other environmental or historic preservation law or regulation or involve any extraordinary circumstances. (2) Costs incurred.--An entity seeking assistance under a hazard mitigation assistance program shall be responsible for any project costs incurred by the entity for a covered project if the covered project is not awarded, or is determined to be ineligible for, assistance. ( c) Applicability.--This Act shall apply to covered projects started on or after the date of enactment of this Act. (

To modify eligibility requirements for certain hazard mitigation assistance programs, and for other purposes. .</DELETED> <DELETED> (2) Hazard mitigation assistance program.--The term ``hazard mitigation assistance program'' means--</DELETED> <DELETED> (A) the predisaster hazard mitigation grant program authorized under section 203 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5133);</DELETED> <DELETED> (B) the hazard mitigation grant program authorized under section 404 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170c); and</DELETED> <DELETED> (C) the flood mitigation assistance program authorized under section 1366 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 4104c).</DELETED> <DELETED> (c) Applicability.--This section shall apply to funds appropriated on or after the date of enactment of this Act.</DELETED> SECTION 1. 2) Covered project.--The term ``covered project'' means a project that-- (A) is an acquisition and demolition project for which an entity began implementation, including planning or construction, before or after requesting assistance for the project under a hazard mitigation assistance program; and (B) qualifies for a categorical exclusion under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (? ); (ii) is compliant with applicable floodplain management and protection of wetland regulations and criteria; and (iii) does not require consultation under any other environmental or historic preservation law or regulation or involve any extraordinary circumstances. ( c) Applicability.--This Act shall apply to covered projects started on or after the date of enactment of this Act. (

To modify eligibility requirements for certain hazard mitigation assistance programs, and for other purposes. .</DELETED> <DELETED> (2) Hazard mitigation assistance program.--The term ``hazard mitigation assistance program'' means--</DELETED> <DELETED> (A) the predisaster hazard mitigation grant program authorized under section 203 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5133);</DELETED> <DELETED> (B) the hazard mitigation grant program authorized under section 404 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170c); and</DELETED> <DELETED> (C) the flood mitigation assistance program authorized under section 1366 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 4104c).</DELETED> <DELETED> (c) Applicability.--This section shall apply to funds appropriated on or after the date of enactment of this Act.</DELETED> SECTION 1. 2) Covered project.--The term ``covered project'' means a project that-- (A) is an acquisition and demolition project for which an entity began implementation, including planning or construction, before or after requesting assistance for the project under a hazard mitigation assistance program; and (B) qualifies for a categorical exclusion under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (? ); (ii) is compliant with applicable floodplain management and protection of wetland regulations and criteria; and (iii) does not require consultation under any other environmental or historic preservation law or regulation or involve any extraordinary circumstances. ( c) Applicability.--This Act shall apply to covered projects started on or after the date of enactment of this Act. (

To modify eligibility requirements for certain hazard mitigation assistance programs, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <DELETED>SECTION 1. This Act may be cited as the ``Hazard Eligibility and Local Projects Act''. a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency. ( (3) Hazard mitigation assistance program.--The term ``hazard mitigation assistance program'' means-- (A) any grant program authorized under section 203 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5133); (B) the hazard mitigation grant program authorized under section 404 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170c); and (C) the flood mitigation assistance program authorized under section 1366 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 4104c). ( ii) is compliant with applicable floodplain management and protection of wetland regulations and criteria; and (iii) does not require consultation under any other environmental or historic preservation law or regulation or involve any extraordinary circumstances. (2) Costs incurred.--An entity seeking assistance under a hazard mitigation assistance program shall be responsible for any project costs incurred by the entity for a covered project if the covered project is not awarded, or is determined to be ineligible for, assistance. ( c) Applicability.--This Act shall apply to covered projects started on or after the date of enactment of this Act. (

To modify eligibility requirements for certain hazard mitigation assistance programs, and for other purposes. .</DELETED> <DELETED> (2) Hazard mitigation assistance program.--The term ``hazard mitigation assistance program'' means--</DELETED> <DELETED> (A) the predisaster hazard mitigation grant program authorized under section 203 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5133);</DELETED> <DELETED> (B) the hazard mitigation grant program authorized under section 404 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170c); and</DELETED> <DELETED> (C) the flood mitigation assistance program authorized under section 1366 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 4104c).</DELETED> <DELETED> (c) Applicability.--This section shall apply to funds appropriated on or after the date of enactment of this Act.</DELETED> SECTION 1. 2) Covered project.--The term ``covered project'' means a project that-- (A) is an acquisition and demolition project for which an entity began implementation, including planning or construction, before or after requesting assistance for the project under a hazard mitigation assistance program; and (B) qualifies for a categorical exclusion under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (? ); (ii) is compliant with applicable floodplain management and protection of wetland regulations and criteria; and (iii) does not require consultation under any other environmental or historic preservation law or regulation or involve any extraordinary circumstances. ( c) Applicability.--This Act shall apply to covered projects started on or after the date of enactment of this Act. (

To modify eligibility requirements for certain hazard mitigation assistance programs, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <DELETED>SECTION 1. This Act may be cited as the ``Hazard Eligibility and Local Projects Act''. a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency. ( (3) Hazard mitigation assistance program.--The term ``hazard mitigation assistance program'' means-- (A) any grant program authorized under section 203 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5133); (B) the hazard mitigation grant program authorized under section 404 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170c); and (C) the flood mitigation assistance program authorized under section 1366 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 4104c). ( ii) is compliant with applicable floodplain management and protection of wetland regulations and criteria; and (iii) does not require consultation under any other environmental or historic preservation law or regulation or involve any extraordinary circumstances. (2) Costs incurred.--An entity seeking assistance under a hazard mitigation assistance program shall be responsible for any project costs incurred by the entity for a covered project if the covered project is not awarded, or is determined to be ineligible for, assistance. ( c) Applicability.--This Act shall apply to covered projects started on or after the date of enactment of this Act. (

To modify eligibility requirements for certain hazard mitigation assistance programs, and for other purposes. .</DELETED> <DELETED> (2) Hazard mitigation assistance program.--The term ``hazard mitigation assistance program'' means--</DELETED> <DELETED> (A) the predisaster hazard mitigation grant program authorized under section 203 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5133);</DELETED> <DELETED> (B) the hazard mitigation grant program authorized under section 404 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170c); and</DELETED> <DELETED> (C) the flood mitigation assistance program authorized under section 1366 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 4104c).</DELETED> <DELETED> (c) Applicability.--This section shall apply to funds appropriated on or after the date of enactment of this Act.</DELETED> SECTION 1. 2) Covered project.--The term ``covered project'' means a project that-- (A) is an acquisition and demolition project for which an entity began implementation, including planning or construction, before or after requesting assistance for the project under a hazard mitigation assistance program; and (B) qualifies for a categorical exclusion under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (? ); (ii) is compliant with applicable floodplain management and protection of wetland regulations and criteria; and (iii) does not require consultation under any other environmental or historic preservation law or regulation or involve any extraordinary circumstances. ( c) Applicability.--This Act shall apply to covered projects started on or after the date of enactment of this Act. (

To modify eligibility requirements for certain hazard mitigation assistance programs, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <DELETED>SECTION 1. This Act may be cited as the ``Hazard Eligibility and Local Projects Act''. a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency. ( (3) Hazard mitigation assistance program.--The term ``hazard mitigation assistance program'' means-- (A) any grant program authorized under section 203 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5133); (B) the hazard mitigation grant program authorized under section 404 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170c); and (C) the flood mitigation assistance program authorized under section 1366 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 4104c). ( ii) is compliant with applicable floodplain management and protection of wetland regulations and criteria; and (iii) does not require consultation under any other environmental or historic preservation law or regulation or involve any extraordinary circumstances. (2) Costs incurred.--An entity seeking assistance under a hazard mitigation assistance program shall be responsible for any project costs incurred by the entity for a covered project if the covered project is not awarded, or is determined to be ineligible for, assistance. ( c) Applicability.--This Act shall apply to covered projects started on or after the date of enactment of this Act. (

To modify eligibility requirements for certain hazard mitigation assistance programs, and for other purposes. .</DELETED> <DELETED> (2) Hazard mitigation assistance program.--The term ``hazard mitigation assistance program'' means--</DELETED> <DELETED> (A) the predisaster hazard mitigation grant program authorized under section 203 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5133);</DELETED> <DELETED> (B) the hazard mitigation grant program authorized under section 404 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170c); and</DELETED> <DELETED> (C) the flood mitigation assistance program authorized under section 1366 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 4104c).</DELETED> <DELETED> (c) Applicability.--This section shall apply to funds appropriated on or after the date of enactment of this Act.</DELETED> SECTION 1. 2) Covered project.--The term ``covered project'' means a project that-- (A) is an acquisition and demolition project for which an entity began implementation, including planning or construction, before or after requesting assistance for the project under a hazard mitigation assistance program; and (B) qualifies for a categorical exclusion under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (? ); (ii) is compliant with applicable floodplain management and protection of wetland regulations and criteria; and (iii) does not require consultation under any other environmental or historic preservation law or regulation or involve any extraordinary circumstances. ( c) Applicability.--This Act shall apply to covered projects started on or after the date of enactment of this Act. (

To modify eligibility requirements for certain hazard mitigation assistance programs, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <DELETED>SECTION 1. This Act may be cited as the ``Hazard Eligibility and Local Projects Act''. a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency. ( (3) Hazard mitigation assistance program.--The term ``hazard mitigation assistance program'' means-- (A) any grant program authorized under section 203 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5133); (B) the hazard mitigation grant program authorized under section 404 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170c); and (C) the flood mitigation assistance program authorized under section 1366 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 4104c). ( ii) is compliant with applicable floodplain management and protection of wetland regulations and criteria; and (iii) does not require consultation under any other environmental or historic preservation law or regulation or involve any extraordinary circumstances. (2) Costs incurred.--An entity seeking assistance under a hazard mitigation assistance program shall be responsible for any project costs incurred by the entity for a covered project if the covered project is not awarded, or is determined to be ineligible for, assistance. ( c) Applicability.--This Act shall apply to covered projects started on or after the date of enactment of this Act. (

H.R.7896

Government Operations and Politics

No ESG at TSP Act This bill prohibits investments under the Thrift Savings Plan in mutual funds that are based on environmental criteria (e.g., emissions standards), social criteria (e.g., company diversity), political criteria (e.g., political affiliations), or corporate governance criteria that differ from the standards that currently apply under law.

To prohibit investments under the Thrift Savings Plan in certain mutual funds that make investment decisions based primarily on environmental, social, or governance criteria. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 ESG at TSP Act''. SEC. 2. PROHIBITION ON CERTAIN MUTUAL FUNDS UNDER THE THRIFT SAVINGS PLAN. (a) In General.--Section 8438(b)(5) of title 5, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subparagraphs: ``(E) The Board may not offer through the mutual fund window any mutual fund, exchange traded fund (as defined in section 270.6c-11 of title 17, Code of Federal Regulations), or other investment vehicle that invests in bonds or equities that is invested based on any one or more of the following criteria to the extent that such criteria are unrelated to maximizing monetary returns for investors: ``(i) Environmental criteria, including-- ``(I) emissions, climate change, sustainability, environmental justice, pollution, or conservation; or ``(II) whether a company is engaged in the exploration, production, utilization, transportation, sale, or manufacturing of fossil fuel-based energy. ``(ii) Social criteria, including-- ``(I) diversity criteria, including-- ``(aa) the race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status of the owners, board members, employees, or customers of companies; or ``(bb) whether such board members, employees, or customers are members of a labor organization (as such term is defined in section 2 of the National Labor Relations Act (29 U.S.C. 152)); or ``(II) whether a company is engaged in the manufacture, transportation, or sale of firearms, firearms accessories, or ammunition. ``(iii) Political criteria, including the perceived or actual political affiliations, donations, or associations of companies. ``(iv) Criteria for corporate governance standards that differ from the applicable standards required under State and Federal law as in effect on the date of the enactment of this subparagraph. ``(F) The Board may not offer through the mutual fund window any mutual fund, exchange traded fund (as defined in section 270.6c-11 of title 17, Code of Federal Regulations), or other investment vehicle that is marketed as being invested based on environmental, social, or governance criteria, commonly known as `ESG criteria'.''. (b) Existing Investments in Impermissible Mutual Funds.-- (1) In general.--An employee or Member (or former employee or Member) may elect to have any covered sums credited to the account of such individual in the Thrift Savings Fund reinvested in accordance with section 8438 of title 5, United States Code, as amended by this Act. (2) Notice.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Board shall notify each employee or Member (or former employee or Member) that may make an election under paragraph (1) of the option to make such election. (3) Mandatory reinvestment.--Not later than the date that is 30 days after the date on which notice is provided under paragraph (2) to an employee or Member (or former employee or Member), the Board shall reinvest, in accordance with section 8438 of title 5, United States Code, as amended by this Act, any covered sums credited to the account of such individual in the Thrift Savings Fund with respect to which such individual has not made an election under paragraph (1). (4) Definitions.--In this subsection: (A) Board; employee; member.--The terms ``Board'', ``employee'', and ``Member'' have the meanings given such terms in section 8401 of title 5, United States Code. (B) Covered sums.--The term ``covered sum'' means any sums of the Thrift Savings Fund that, on the date of the enactment of this Act, are invested in a mutual described in section 8438(b)(5)(E) of title 5, United States Code. (C) Thrift savings fund.--The term ``Thrift Savings Fund'' means the fund established under section 8437 of title 5, United States Code. <all>

No ESG at TSP Act

To prohibit investments under the Thrift Savings Plan in certain mutual funds that make investment decisions based primarily on environmental, social, or governance criteria.

No ESG at TSP Act

Rep. Roy, Chip

R

TX

This bill prohibits investments under the Thrift Savings Plan in mutual funds that are based on environmental criteria (e.g., emissions standards), social criteria (e.g., company diversity), political criteria (e.g., political affiliations), or corporate governance criteria that differ from the standards that currently apply under law.

To prohibit investments under the Thrift Savings Plan in certain mutual funds that make investment decisions based primarily on environmental, social, or governance criteria. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. SEC. ``(ii) Social criteria, including-- ``(I) diversity criteria, including-- ``(aa) the race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status of the owners, board members, employees, or customers of companies; or ``(bb) whether such board members, employees, or customers are members of a labor organization (as such term is defined in section 2 of the National Labor Relations Act (29 U.S.C. 152)); or ``(II) whether a company is engaged in the manufacture, transportation, or sale of firearms, firearms accessories, or ammunition. ``(iii) Political criteria, including the perceived or actual political affiliations, donations, or associations of companies. ``(iv) Criteria for corporate governance standards that differ from the applicable standards required under State and Federal law as in effect on the date of the enactment of this subparagraph. ``(F) The Board may not offer through the mutual fund window any mutual fund, exchange traded fund (as defined in section 270.6c-11 of title 17, Code of Federal Regulations), or other investment vehicle that is marketed as being invested based on environmental, social, or governance criteria, commonly known as `ESG criteria'.''. (b) Existing Investments in Impermissible Mutual Funds.-- (1) In general.--An employee or Member (or former employee or Member) may elect to have any covered sums credited to the account of such individual in the Thrift Savings Fund reinvested in accordance with section 8438 of title 5, United States Code, as amended by this Act. (2) Notice.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Board shall notify each employee or Member (or former employee or Member) that may make an election under paragraph (1) of the option to make such election. (B) Covered sums.--The term ``covered sum'' means any sums of the Thrift Savings Fund that, on the date of the enactment of this Act, are invested in a mutual described in section 8438(b)(5)(E) of title 5, United States Code. (C) Thrift savings fund.--The term ``Thrift Savings Fund'' means the fund established under section 8437 of title 5, United States Code.

To prohibit investments under the Thrift Savings Plan in certain mutual funds that make investment decisions based primarily on environmental, social, or governance criteria. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SEC. ``(ii) Social criteria, including-- ``(I) diversity criteria, including-- ``(aa) the race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status of the owners, board members, employees, or customers of companies; or ``(bb) whether such board members, employees, or customers are members of a labor organization (as such term is defined in section 2 of the National Labor Relations Act (29 U.S.C. 152)); or ``(II) whether a company is engaged in the manufacture, transportation, or sale of firearms, firearms accessories, or ammunition. ``(iii) Political criteria, including the perceived or actual political affiliations, donations, or associations of companies. ``(iv) Criteria for corporate governance standards that differ from the applicable standards required under State and Federal law as in effect on the date of the enactment of this subparagraph. ``(F) The Board may not offer through the mutual fund window any mutual fund, exchange traded fund (as defined in section 270.6c-11 of title 17, Code of Federal Regulations), or other investment vehicle that is marketed as being invested based on environmental, social, or governance criteria, commonly known as `ESG criteria'.''. (2) Notice.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Board shall notify each employee or Member (or former employee or Member) that may make an election under paragraph (1) of the option to make such election. (B) Covered sums.--The term ``covered sum'' means any sums of the Thrift Savings Fund that, on the date of the enactment of this Act, are invested in a mutual described in section 8438(b)(5)(E) of title 5, United States Code. (C) Thrift savings fund.--The term ``Thrift Savings Fund'' means the fund established under section 8437 of title 5, United States Code.

To prohibit investments under the Thrift Savings Plan in certain mutual funds that make investment decisions based primarily on environmental, social, or governance criteria. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 ESG at TSP Act''. SEC. 2. PROHIBITION ON CERTAIN MUTUAL FUNDS UNDER THE THRIFT SAVINGS PLAN. (a) In General.--Section 8438(b)(5) of title 5, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subparagraphs: ``(E) The Board may not offer through the mutual fund window any mutual fund, exchange traded fund (as defined in section 270.6c-11 of title 17, Code of Federal Regulations), or other investment vehicle that invests in bonds or equities that is invested based on any one or more of the following criteria to the extent that such criteria are unrelated to maximizing monetary returns for investors: ``(i) Environmental criteria, including-- ``(I) emissions, climate change, sustainability, environmental justice, pollution, or conservation; or ``(II) whether a company is engaged in the exploration, production, utilization, transportation, sale, or manufacturing of fossil fuel-based energy. ``(ii) Social criteria, including-- ``(I) diversity criteria, including-- ``(aa) the race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status of the owners, board members, employees, or customers of companies; or ``(bb) whether such board members, employees, or customers are members of a labor organization (as such term is defined in section 2 of the National Labor Relations Act (29 U.S.C. 152)); or ``(II) whether a company is engaged in the manufacture, transportation, or sale of firearms, firearms accessories, or ammunition. ``(iii) Political criteria, including the perceived or actual political affiliations, donations, or associations of companies. ``(iv) Criteria for corporate governance standards that differ from the applicable standards required under State and Federal law as in effect on the date of the enactment of this subparagraph. ``(F) The Board may not offer through the mutual fund window any mutual fund, exchange traded fund (as defined in section 270.6c-11 of title 17, Code of Federal Regulations), or other investment vehicle that is marketed as being invested based on environmental, social, or governance criteria, commonly known as `ESG criteria'.''. (b) Existing Investments in Impermissible Mutual Funds.-- (1) In general.--An employee or Member (or former employee or Member) may elect to have any covered sums credited to the account of such individual in the Thrift Savings Fund reinvested in accordance with section 8438 of title 5, United States Code, as amended by this Act. (2) Notice.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Board shall notify each employee or Member (or former employee or Member) that may make an election under paragraph (1) of the option to make such election. (3) Mandatory reinvestment.--Not later than the date that is 30 days after the date on which notice is provided under paragraph (2) to an employee or Member (or former employee or Member), the Board shall reinvest, in accordance with section 8438 of title 5, United States Code, as amended by this Act, any covered sums credited to the account of such individual in the Thrift Savings Fund with respect to which such individual has not made an election under paragraph (1). (4) Definitions.--In this subsection: (A) Board; employee; member.--The terms ``Board'', ``employee'', and ``Member'' have the meanings given such terms in section 8401 of title 5, United States Code. (B) Covered sums.--The term ``covered sum'' means any sums of the Thrift Savings Fund that, on the date of the enactment of this Act, are invested in a mutual described in section 8438(b)(5)(E) of title 5, United States Code. (C) Thrift savings fund.--The term ``Thrift Savings Fund'' means the fund established under section 8437 of title 5, United States Code. <all>

To prohibit investments under the Thrift Savings Plan in certain mutual funds that make investment decisions based primarily on environmental, social, or governance criteria. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 ESG at TSP Act''. SEC. 2. PROHIBITION ON CERTAIN MUTUAL FUNDS UNDER THE THRIFT SAVINGS PLAN. (a) In General.--Section 8438(b)(5) of title 5, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subparagraphs: ``(E) The Board may not offer through the mutual fund window any mutual fund, exchange traded fund (as defined in section 270.6c-11 of title 17, Code of Federal Regulations), or other investment vehicle that invests in bonds or equities that is invested based on any one or more of the following criteria to the extent that such criteria are unrelated to maximizing monetary returns for investors: ``(i) Environmental criteria, including-- ``(I) emissions, climate change, sustainability, environmental justice, pollution, or conservation; or ``(II) whether a company is engaged in the exploration, production, utilization, transportation, sale, or manufacturing of fossil fuel-based energy. ``(ii) Social criteria, including-- ``(I) diversity criteria, including-- ``(aa) the race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status of the owners, board members, employees, or customers of companies; or ``(bb) whether such board members, employees, or customers are members of a labor organization (as such term is defined in section 2 of the National Labor Relations Act (29 U.S.C. 152)); or ``(II) whether a company is engaged in the manufacture, transportation, or sale of firearms, firearms accessories, or ammunition. ``(iii) Political criteria, including the perceived or actual political affiliations, donations, or associations of companies. ``(iv) Criteria for corporate governance standards that differ from the applicable standards required under State and Federal law as in effect on the date of the enactment of this subparagraph. ``(F) The Board may not offer through the mutual fund window any mutual fund, exchange traded fund (as defined in section 270.6c-11 of title 17, Code of Federal Regulations), or other investment vehicle that is marketed as being invested based on environmental, social, or governance criteria, commonly known as `ESG criteria'.''. (b) Existing Investments in Impermissible Mutual Funds.-- (1) In general.--An employee or Member (or former employee or Member) may elect to have any covered sums credited to the account of such individual in the Thrift Savings Fund reinvested in accordance with section 8438 of title 5, United States Code, as amended by this Act. (2) Notice.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Board shall notify each employee or Member (or former employee or Member) that may make an election under paragraph (1) of the option to make such election. (3) Mandatory reinvestment.--Not later than the date that is 30 days after the date on which notice is provided under paragraph (2) to an employee or Member (or former employee or Member), the Board shall reinvest, in accordance with section 8438 of title 5, United States Code, as amended by this Act, any covered sums credited to the account of such individual in the Thrift Savings Fund with respect to which such individual has not made an election under paragraph (1). (4) Definitions.--In this subsection: (A) Board; employee; member.--The terms ``Board'', ``employee'', and ``Member'' have the meanings given such terms in section 8401 of title 5, United States Code. (B) Covered sums.--The term ``covered sum'' means any sums of the Thrift Savings Fund that, on the date of the enactment of this Act, are invested in a mutual described in section 8438(b)(5)(E) of title 5, United States Code. (C) Thrift savings fund.--The term ``Thrift Savings Fund'' means the fund established under section 8437 of title 5, United States Code. <all>

To prohibit investments under the Thrift Savings Plan in certain mutual funds that make investment decisions based primarily on environmental, social, or governance criteria. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. ``(ii) Social criteria, including-- ``(I) diversity criteria, including-- ``(aa) the race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status of the owners, board members, employees, or customers of companies; or ``(bb) whether such board members, employees, or customers are members of a labor organization (as such term is defined in section 2 of the National Labor Relations Act (29 U.S.C. 152)); or ``(II) whether a company is engaged in the manufacture, transportation, or sale of firearms, firearms accessories, or ammunition. ``(F) The Board may not offer through the mutual fund window any mutual fund, exchange traded fund (as defined in section 270.6c-11 of title 17, Code of Federal Regulations), or other investment vehicle that is marketed as being invested based on environmental, social, or governance criteria, commonly known as `ESG criteria'.''. ( (2) Notice.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Board shall notify each employee or Member (or former employee or Member) that may make an election under paragraph (1) of the option to make such election. ( B) Covered sums.--The term ``covered sum'' means any sums of the Thrift Savings Fund that, on the date of the enactment of this Act, are invested in a mutual described in section 8438(b)(5)(E) of title 5, United States Code. (

To prohibit investments under the Thrift Savings Plan in certain mutual funds that make investment decisions based primarily on environmental, social, or governance criteria. ``(ii) Social criteria, including-- ``(I) diversity criteria, including-- ``(aa) the race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status of the owners, board members, employees, or customers of companies; or ``(bb) whether such board members, employees, or customers are members of a labor organization (as such term is defined in section 2 of the National Labor Relations Act (29 U.S.C. 152)); or ``(II) whether a company is engaged in the manufacture, transportation, or sale of firearms, firearms accessories, or ammunition. ``(F) The Board may not offer through the mutual fund window any mutual fund, exchange traded fund (as defined in section 270.6c-11 of title 17, Code of Federal Regulations), or other investment vehicle that is marketed as being invested based on environmental, social, or governance criteria, commonly known as `ESG criteria'.''. ( 3) Mandatory reinvestment.--Not later than the date that is 30 days after the date on which notice is provided under paragraph (2) to an employee or Member (or former employee or Member), the Board shall reinvest, in accordance with section 8438 of title 5, United States Code, as amended by this Act, any covered sums credited to the account of such individual in the Thrift Savings Fund with respect to which such individual has not made an election under paragraph (1). (

To prohibit investments under the Thrift Savings Plan in certain mutual funds that make investment decisions based primarily on environmental, social, or governance criteria. ``(ii) Social criteria, including-- ``(I) diversity criteria, including-- ``(aa) the race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status of the owners, board members, employees, or customers of companies; or ``(bb) whether such board members, employees, or customers are members of a labor organization (as such term is defined in section 2 of the National Labor Relations Act (29 U.S.C. 152)); or ``(II) whether a company is engaged in the manufacture, transportation, or sale of firearms, firearms accessories, or ammunition. ``(F) The Board may not offer through the mutual fund window any mutual fund, exchange traded fund (as defined in section 270.6c-11 of title 17, Code of Federal Regulations), or other investment vehicle that is marketed as being invested based on environmental, social, or governance criteria, commonly known as `ESG criteria'.''. ( 3) Mandatory reinvestment.--Not later than the date that is 30 days after the date on which notice is provided under paragraph (2) to an employee or Member (or former employee or Member), the Board shall reinvest, in accordance with section 8438 of title 5, United States Code, as amended by this Act, any covered sums credited to the account of such individual in the Thrift Savings Fund with respect to which such individual has not made an election under paragraph (1). (

To prohibit investments under the Thrift Savings Plan in certain mutual funds that make investment decisions based primarily on environmental, social, or governance criteria. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. ``(ii) Social criteria, including-- ``(I) diversity criteria, including-- ``(aa) the race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status of the owners, board members, employees, or customers of companies; or ``(bb) whether such board members, employees, or customers are members of a labor organization (as such term is defined in section 2 of the National Labor Relations Act (29 U.S.C. 152)); or ``(II) whether a company is engaged in the manufacture, transportation, or sale of firearms, firearms accessories, or ammunition. ``(F) The Board may not offer through the mutual fund window any mutual fund, exchange traded fund (as defined in section 270.6c-11 of title 17, Code of Federal Regulations), or other investment vehicle that is marketed as being invested based on environmental, social, or governance criteria, commonly known as `ESG criteria'.''. ( (2) Notice.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Board shall notify each employee or Member (or former employee or Member) that may make an election under paragraph (1) of the option to make such election. ( B) Covered sums.--The term ``covered sum'' means any sums of the Thrift Savings Fund that, on the date of the enactment of this Act, are invested in a mutual described in section 8438(b)(5)(E) of title 5, United States Code. (

To prohibit investments under the Thrift Savings Plan in certain mutual funds that make investment decisions based primarily on environmental, social, or governance criteria. ``(ii) Social criteria, including-- ``(I) diversity criteria, including-- ``(aa) the race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status of the owners, board members, employees, or customers of companies; or ``(bb) whether such board members, employees, or customers are members of a labor organization (as such term is defined in section 2 of the National Labor Relations Act (29 U.S.C. 152)); or ``(II) whether a company is engaged in the manufacture, transportation, or sale of firearms, firearms accessories, or ammunition. ``(F) The Board may not offer through the mutual fund window any mutual fund, exchange traded fund (as defined in section 270.6c-11 of title 17, Code of Federal Regulations), or other investment vehicle that is marketed as being invested based on environmental, social, or governance criteria, commonly known as `ESG criteria'.''. ( 3) Mandatory reinvestment.--Not later than the date that is 30 days after the date on which notice is provided under paragraph (2) to an employee or Member (or former employee or Member), the Board shall reinvest, in accordance with section 8438 of title 5, United States Code, as amended by this Act, any covered sums credited to the account of such individual in the Thrift Savings Fund with respect to which such individual has not made an election under paragraph (1). (

To prohibit investments under the Thrift Savings Plan in certain mutual funds that make investment decisions based primarily on environmental, social, or governance criteria. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. ``(ii) Social criteria, including-- ``(I) diversity criteria, including-- ``(aa) the race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status of the owners, board members, employees, or customers of companies; or ``(bb) whether such board members, employees, or customers are members of a labor organization (as such term is defined in section 2 of the National Labor Relations Act (29 U.S.C. 152)); or ``(II) whether a company is engaged in the manufacture, transportation, or sale of firearms, firearms accessories, or ammunition. ``(F) The Board may not offer through the mutual fund window any mutual fund, exchange traded fund (as defined in section 270.6c-11 of title 17, Code of Federal Regulations), or other investment vehicle that is marketed as being invested based on environmental, social, or governance criteria, commonly known as `ESG criteria'.''. ( (2) Notice.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Board shall notify each employee or Member (or former employee or Member) that may make an election under paragraph (1) of the option to make such election. ( B) Covered sums.--The term ``covered sum'' means any sums of the Thrift Savings Fund that, on the date of the enactment of this Act, are invested in a mutual described in section 8438(b)(5)(E) of title 5, United States Code. (

To prohibit investments under the Thrift Savings Plan in certain mutual funds that make investment decisions based primarily on environmental, social, or governance criteria. ``(ii) Social criteria, including-- ``(I) diversity criteria, including-- ``(aa) the race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status of the owners, board members, employees, or customers of companies; or ``(bb) whether such board members, employees, or customers are members of a labor organization (as such term is defined in section 2 of the National Labor Relations Act (29 U.S.C. 152)); or ``(II) whether a company is engaged in the manufacture, transportation, or sale of firearms, firearms accessories, or ammunition. ``(F) The Board may not offer through the mutual fund window any mutual fund, exchange traded fund (as defined in section 270.6c-11 of title 17, Code of Federal Regulations), or other investment vehicle that is marketed as being invested based on environmental, social, or governance criteria, commonly known as `ESG criteria'.''. ( 3) Mandatory reinvestment.--Not later than the date that is 30 days after the date on which notice is provided under paragraph (2) to an employee or Member (or former employee or Member), the Board shall reinvest, in accordance with section 8438 of title 5, United States Code, as amended by this Act, any covered sums credited to the account of such individual in the Thrift Savings Fund with respect to which such individual has not made an election under paragraph (1). (

To prohibit investments under the Thrift Savings Plan in certain mutual funds that make investment decisions based primarily on environmental, social, or governance criteria. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. ``(ii) Social criteria, including-- ``(I) diversity criteria, including-- ``(aa) the race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status of the owners, board members, employees, or customers of companies; or ``(bb) whether such board members, employees, or customers are members of a labor organization (as such term is defined in section 2 of the National Labor Relations Act (29 U.S.C. 152)); or ``(II) whether a company is engaged in the manufacture, transportation, or sale of firearms, firearms accessories, or ammunition. ``(F) The Board may not offer through the mutual fund window any mutual fund, exchange traded fund (as defined in section 270.6c-11 of title 17, Code of Federal Regulations), or other investment vehicle that is marketed as being invested based on environmental, social, or governance criteria, commonly known as `ESG criteria'.''. ( (2) Notice.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Board shall notify each employee or Member (or former employee or Member) that may make an election under paragraph (1) of the option to make such election. ( B) Covered sums.--The term ``covered sum'' means any sums of the Thrift Savings Fund that, on the date of the enactment of this Act, are invested in a mutual described in section 8438(b)(5)(E) of title 5, United States Code. (

To prohibit investments under the Thrift Savings Plan in certain mutual funds that make investment decisions based primarily on environmental, social, or governance criteria. ``(ii) Social criteria, including-- ``(I) diversity criteria, including-- ``(aa) the race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status of the owners, board members, employees, or customers of companies; or ``(bb) whether such board members, employees, or customers are members of a labor organization (as such term is defined in section 2 of the National Labor Relations Act (29 U.S.C. 152)); or ``(II) whether a company is engaged in the manufacture, transportation, or sale of firearms, firearms accessories, or ammunition. ``(F) The Board may not offer through the mutual fund window any mutual fund, exchange traded fund (as defined in section 270.6c-11 of title 17, Code of Federal Regulations), or other investment vehicle that is marketed as being invested based on environmental, social, or governance criteria, commonly known as `ESG criteria'.''. ( 3) Mandatory reinvestment.--Not later than the date that is 30 days after the date on which notice is provided under paragraph (2) to an employee or Member (or former employee or Member), the Board shall reinvest, in accordance with section 8438 of title 5, United States Code, as amended by this Act, any covered sums credited to the account of such individual in the Thrift Savings Fund with respect to which such individual has not made an election under paragraph (1). (

To prohibit investments under the Thrift Savings Plan in certain mutual funds that make investment decisions based primarily on environmental, social, or governance criteria. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. ``(ii) Social criteria, including-- ``(I) diversity criteria, including-- ``(aa) the race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status of the owners, board members, employees, or customers of companies; or ``(bb) whether such board members, employees, or customers are members of a labor organization (as such term is defined in section 2 of the National Labor Relations Act (29 U.S.C. 152)); or ``(II) whether a company is engaged in the manufacture, transportation, or sale of firearms, firearms accessories, or ammunition. ``(F) The Board may not offer through the mutual fund window any mutual fund, exchange traded fund (as defined in section 270.6c-11 of title 17, Code of Federal Regulations), or other investment vehicle that is marketed as being invested based on environmental, social, or governance criteria, commonly known as `ESG criteria'.''. ( (2) Notice.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Board shall notify each employee or Member (or former employee or Member) that may make an election under paragraph (1) of the option to make such election. ( B) Covered sums.--The term ``covered sum'' means any sums of the Thrift Savings Fund that, on the date of the enactment of this Act, are invested in a mutual described in section 8438(b)(5)(E) of title 5, United States Code. (

H.R.9034

Health

Healthcare Enhancement for Americas Rural Towns Act or the HEART Act This bill permanently extends and otherwise revises the Medicare-Dependent Hospital program, which provides additional payments to certain small rural hospitals that have a high proportion of Medicare patients. The bill also temporarily extends certain increased payment adjustments for low-volume hospitals under Medicare's inpatient prospective payment system.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for reform to and a permanent extension of the Medicare-dependent hospital 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 ``Healthcare Enhancement for Americas Rural Towns Act'' or the ``HEART Act''. SEC. 2. REFORM AND PERMANENT EXTENSION OF THE MEDICARE-DEPENDENT HOSPITAL (MDH) PROGRAM. (a) Extension of Payment Methodology.--Section 1886(d)(5)(G) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ww(d)(5)(G)) is amended-- (1) in clause (i), by striking ``, and before October 1, 2022'' and inserting ``, and before October 1, 2023''; (2) in clause (i), by adding at the end the following; ``For fiscal year 2024 and each subsequent fiscal year, in the case of such a subsection (d) hospital, payment under paragraph (1)(A) shall be equal to the sum of the amount determined under paragraph (1)(A)(iii) and the amount determined by the increase factor determined under clause (v) for such hospital and cost reporting period.''; (3) in clause (ii)(II), by striking ``, and before October 1, 2022'' and inserting ``, and before October 1, 2023''; and (4) by adding at the end the following new clauses: ``(v)(I) Subject to subclause (II), for purposes of clause (i), for fiscal year 2024 and each subsequent fiscal year with respect to a subsection (d) hospital which is a medicare-dependent, small rural hospital, the Secretary shall determine an increase factor to apply to such hospital with respect to discharges occurring during such fiscal year. When determining such increase factor, the Secretary may take into account a methodology that results in a similar amount of reimbursement to such hospital for such fiscal year as such amount that would have been determined if the first sentence of clause (i) applied with respect to such fiscal year. ``(II) The aggregate amounts determined for all subsection (d) hospitals which are medicare-dependent, small rural hospitals by application of the increase factors determined under this clause for such hospitals shall not exceed a total of-- ``(aa) for fiscal year 2024, $100,000,000; and ``(bb) for each subsequent fiscal year, the amount specified in this clause for the previous fiscal year increased by the market basket percentage increase (as defined in subsection (b)(3)(B)(iii)) as determined prospectively by the Secretary for such subsequent fiscal year.''. (b) Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Extension of target amount.--Section 1886(b)(3)(D) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ww(b)(3)(D)) is amended-- (A) in the matter preceding clause (i), by striking ``, and before October 1, 2022''; (B) in clause (iii), by striking at the end ``and''; (C) in clause (iv)-- (i) by striking ``through fiscal year 2022'' and inserting ``through fiscal year 2023''; and (ii) by striking the period at the end and inserting ``, and''; and (D) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(v) with respect to discharges occurring during fiscal year 2024 or a subsequent fiscal year, the target amount for the preceding year increased by the applicable percentage increase under subparagraph (B)(iv) and adjusted as determined necessary by the Secretary to take into account the application of subsection (d)(5)(G)(vi) for such fiscal year.''. (2) Permitting hospitals to decline reclassification.-- Section 13501(e)(2) of the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1993 (42 U.S.C. 1395ww note) is amended by striking ``through fiscal year 2022'' and inserting ``or a subsequent fiscal year''. SEC. 3. TEMPORARY EXTENSION OF THE MEDICARE LOW-VOLUME ADJUSTMENT PROGRAM. Section 1886(d)(12) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ww(d)(12)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (B), in the matter preceding clause (i), by striking ``fiscal year 2023'' and inserting ``fiscal year 2028''; (2) in subparagraph (C)(i)-- (A) by striking ``fiscal years 2011 through 2022'' each place it appears and inserting ``fiscal years 2011 through 2027''; and (B) by striking ``or portion of fiscal year''; and (3) in subparagraph (D)-- (A) in the heading, by striking ``Temporary applicable percentage increase'' and inserting ``Applicable percentage increase beginning with fiscal year 2011''; (B) in the matter preceding clause (i), by striking ``fiscal years 2011 through 2022,'' and inserting ``fiscal years 2011 through 2027''; and (C) in clause (ii), by striking ``2022'' and inserting ``2027''; and (D) by striking ``or the portion of fiscal year'' each place it appears. SEC. 4. BUDGET NEUTRAL PAY-FOR. For fiscal year 2023 and each subsequent fiscal year, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall adjust payments under section 1886(d) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ww(d)) in a manner such that the estimated aggregate amount of expenditures under such section for such fiscal year with application of the amendments made by sections 2 and 3 of this Act is equal to the estimated aggregate amount of expenditures under such section for such fiscal year without application of such amendments. <all>

HEART Act

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for reform to and a permanent extension of the Medicare-dependent hospital program, and for other purposes.

HEART Act Healthcare Enhancement for Americas Rural Towns Act

Rep. Arrington, Jodey C.

R

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This bill permanently extends and otherwise revises the Medicare-Dependent Hospital program, which provides additional payments to certain small rural hospitals that have a high proportion of Medicare patients. The bill also temporarily extends certain increased payment adjustments for low-volume hospitals under Medicare's inpatient prospective payment system.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Healthcare Enhancement for Americas Rural Towns Act'' or the ``HEART Act''. 2. REFORM AND PERMANENT EXTENSION OF THE MEDICARE-DEPENDENT HOSPITAL (MDH) PROGRAM. (a) Extension of Payment Methodology.--Section 1886(d)(5)(G) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. ''; (3) in clause (ii)(II), by striking ``, and before October 1, 2022'' and inserting ``, and before October 1, 2023''; and (4) by adding at the end the following new clauses: ``(v)(I) Subject to subclause (II), for purposes of clause (i), for fiscal year 2024 and each subsequent fiscal year with respect to a subsection (d) hospital which is a medicare-dependent, small rural hospital, the Secretary shall determine an increase factor to apply to such hospital with respect to discharges occurring during such fiscal year. When determining such increase factor, the Secretary may take into account a methodology that results in a similar amount of reimbursement to such hospital for such fiscal year as such amount that would have been determined if the first sentence of clause (i) applied with respect to such fiscal year. (b) Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Extension of target amount.--Section 1886(b)(3)(D) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. (2) Permitting hospitals to decline reclassification.-- Section 13501(e)(2) of the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1993 (42 U.S.C. 1395ww note) is amended by striking ``through fiscal year 2022'' and inserting ``or a subsequent fiscal year''. 3. TEMPORARY EXTENSION OF THE MEDICARE LOW-VOLUME ADJUSTMENT PROGRAM. 1395ww(d)(12)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (B), in the matter preceding clause (i), by striking ``fiscal year 2023'' and inserting ``fiscal year 2028''; (2) in subparagraph (C)(i)-- (A) by striking ``fiscal years 2011 through 2022'' each place it appears and inserting ``fiscal years 2011 through 2027''; and (B) by striking ``or portion of fiscal year''; and (3) in subparagraph (D)-- (A) in the heading, by striking ``Temporary applicable percentage increase'' and inserting ``Applicable percentage increase beginning with fiscal year 2011''; (B) in the matter preceding clause (i), by striking ``fiscal years 2011 through 2022,'' and inserting ``fiscal years 2011 through 2027''; and (C) in clause (ii), by striking ``2022'' and inserting ``2027''; and (D) by striking ``or the portion of fiscal year'' each place it appears. SEC. BUDGET NEUTRAL PAY-FOR. 1395ww(d)) in a manner such that the estimated aggregate amount of expenditures under such section for such fiscal year with application of the amendments made by sections 2 and 3 of this Act is equal to the estimated aggregate amount of expenditures under such section for such fiscal year without application of such amendments.

SHORT TITLE. 2. REFORM AND PERMANENT EXTENSION OF THE MEDICARE-DEPENDENT HOSPITAL (MDH) PROGRAM. ''; (3) in clause (ii)(II), by striking ``, and before October 1, 2022'' and inserting ``, and before October 1, 2023''; and (4) by adding at the end the following new clauses: ``(v)(I) Subject to subclause (II), for purposes of clause (i), for fiscal year 2024 and each subsequent fiscal year with respect to a subsection (d) hospital which is a medicare-dependent, small rural hospital, the Secretary shall determine an increase factor to apply to such hospital with respect to discharges occurring during such fiscal year. (b) Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Extension of target amount.--Section 1886(b)(3)(D) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ww note) is amended by striking ``through fiscal year 2022'' and inserting ``or a subsequent fiscal year''. 3. 1395ww(d)(12)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (B), in the matter preceding clause (i), by striking ``fiscal year 2023'' and inserting ``fiscal year 2028''; (2) in subparagraph (C)(i)-- (A) by striking ``fiscal years 2011 through 2022'' each place it appears and inserting ``fiscal years 2011 through 2027''; and (B) by striking ``or portion of fiscal year''; and (3) in subparagraph (D)-- (A) in the heading, by striking ``Temporary applicable percentage increase'' and inserting ``Applicable percentage increase beginning with fiscal year 2011''; (B) in the matter preceding clause (i), by striking ``fiscal years 2011 through 2022,'' and inserting ``fiscal years 2011 through 2027''; and (C) in clause (ii), by striking ``2022'' and inserting ``2027''; and (D) by striking ``or the portion of fiscal year'' each place it appears. SEC. BUDGET NEUTRAL PAY-FOR. 1395ww(d)) in a manner such that the estimated aggregate amount of expenditures under such section for such fiscal year with application of the amendments made by sections 2 and 3 of this Act is equal to the estimated aggregate amount of expenditures under such section for such fiscal year without application of such amendments.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for reform to and a permanent extension of the Medicare-dependent hospital 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 ``Healthcare Enhancement for Americas Rural Towns Act'' or the ``HEART Act''. 2. REFORM AND PERMANENT EXTENSION OF THE MEDICARE-DEPENDENT HOSPITAL (MDH) PROGRAM. (a) Extension of Payment Methodology.--Section 1886(d)(5)(G) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ww(d)(5)(G)) is amended-- (1) in clause (i), by striking ``, and before October 1, 2022'' and inserting ``, and before October 1, 2023''; (2) in clause (i), by adding at the end the following; ``For fiscal year 2024 and each subsequent fiscal year, in the case of such a subsection (d) hospital, payment under paragraph (1)(A) shall be equal to the sum of the amount determined under paragraph (1)(A)(iii) and the amount determined by the increase factor determined under clause (v) for such hospital and cost reporting period. ''; (3) in clause (ii)(II), by striking ``, and before October 1, 2022'' and inserting ``, and before October 1, 2023''; and (4) by adding at the end the following new clauses: ``(v)(I) Subject to subclause (II), for purposes of clause (i), for fiscal year 2024 and each subsequent fiscal year with respect to a subsection (d) hospital which is a medicare-dependent, small rural hospital, the Secretary shall determine an increase factor to apply to such hospital with respect to discharges occurring during such fiscal year. When determining such increase factor, the Secretary may take into account a methodology that results in a similar amount of reimbursement to such hospital for such fiscal year as such amount that would have been determined if the first sentence of clause (i) applied with respect to such fiscal year. ``(II) The aggregate amounts determined for all subsection (d) hospitals which are medicare-dependent, small rural hospitals by application of the increase factors determined under this clause for such hospitals shall not exceed a total of-- ``(aa) for fiscal year 2024, $100,000,000; and ``(bb) for each subsequent fiscal year, the amount specified in this clause for the previous fiscal year increased by the market basket percentage increase (as defined in subsection (b)(3)(B)(iii)) as determined prospectively by the Secretary for such subsequent fiscal year.''. (b) Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Extension of target amount.--Section 1886(b)(3)(D) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. (2) Permitting hospitals to decline reclassification.-- Section 13501(e)(2) of the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1993 (42 U.S.C. 1395ww note) is amended by striking ``through fiscal year 2022'' and inserting ``or a subsequent fiscal year''. 3. TEMPORARY EXTENSION OF THE MEDICARE LOW-VOLUME ADJUSTMENT PROGRAM. 1395ww(d)(12)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (B), in the matter preceding clause (i), by striking ``fiscal year 2023'' and inserting ``fiscal year 2028''; (2) in subparagraph (C)(i)-- (A) by striking ``fiscal years 2011 through 2022'' each place it appears and inserting ``fiscal years 2011 through 2027''; and (B) by striking ``or portion of fiscal year''; and (3) in subparagraph (D)-- (A) in the heading, by striking ``Temporary applicable percentage increase'' and inserting ``Applicable percentage increase beginning with fiscal year 2011''; (B) in the matter preceding clause (i), by striking ``fiscal years 2011 through 2022,'' and inserting ``fiscal years 2011 through 2027''; and (C) in clause (ii), by striking ``2022'' and inserting ``2027''; and (D) by striking ``or the portion of fiscal year'' each place it appears. SEC. BUDGET NEUTRAL PAY-FOR. For fiscal year 2023 and each subsequent fiscal year, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall adjust payments under section 1886(d) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ww(d)) in a manner such that the estimated aggregate amount of expenditures under such section for such fiscal year with application of the amendments made by sections 2 and 3 of this Act is equal to the estimated aggregate amount of expenditures under such section for such fiscal year without application of such amendments.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for reform to and a permanent extension of the Medicare-dependent hospital 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 ``Healthcare Enhancement for Americas Rural Towns Act'' or the ``HEART Act''. SEC. 2. REFORM AND PERMANENT EXTENSION OF THE MEDICARE-DEPENDENT HOSPITAL (MDH) PROGRAM. (a) Extension of Payment Methodology.--Section 1886(d)(5)(G) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ww(d)(5)(G)) is amended-- (1) in clause (i), by striking ``, and before October 1, 2022'' and inserting ``, and before October 1, 2023''; (2) in clause (i), by adding at the end the following; ``For fiscal year 2024 and each subsequent fiscal year, in the case of such a subsection (d) hospital, payment under paragraph (1)(A) shall be equal to the sum of the amount determined under paragraph (1)(A)(iii) and the amount determined by the increase factor determined under clause (v) for such hospital and cost reporting period.''; (3) in clause (ii)(II), by striking ``, and before October 1, 2022'' and inserting ``, and before October 1, 2023''; and (4) by adding at the end the following new clauses: ``(v)(I) Subject to subclause (II), for purposes of clause (i), for fiscal year 2024 and each subsequent fiscal year with respect to a subsection (d) hospital which is a medicare-dependent, small rural hospital, the Secretary shall determine an increase factor to apply to such hospital with respect to discharges occurring during such fiscal year. When determining such increase factor, the Secretary may take into account a methodology that results in a similar amount of reimbursement to such hospital for such fiscal year as such amount that would have been determined if the first sentence of clause (i) applied with respect to such fiscal year. ``(II) The aggregate amounts determined for all subsection (d) hospitals which are medicare-dependent, small rural hospitals by application of the increase factors determined under this clause for such hospitals shall not exceed a total of-- ``(aa) for fiscal year 2024, $100,000,000; and ``(bb) for each subsequent fiscal year, the amount specified in this clause for the previous fiscal year increased by the market basket percentage increase (as defined in subsection (b)(3)(B)(iii)) as determined prospectively by the Secretary for such subsequent fiscal year.''. (b) Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Extension of target amount.--Section 1886(b)(3)(D) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ww(b)(3)(D)) is amended-- (A) in the matter preceding clause (i), by striking ``, and before October 1, 2022''; (B) in clause (iii), by striking at the end ``and''; (C) in clause (iv)-- (i) by striking ``through fiscal year 2022'' and inserting ``through fiscal year 2023''; and (ii) by striking the period at the end and inserting ``, and''; and (D) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(v) with respect to discharges occurring during fiscal year 2024 or a subsequent fiscal year, the target amount for the preceding year increased by the applicable percentage increase under subparagraph (B)(iv) and adjusted as determined necessary by the Secretary to take into account the application of subsection (d)(5)(G)(vi) for such fiscal year.''. (2) Permitting hospitals to decline reclassification.-- Section 13501(e)(2) of the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1993 (42 U.S.C. 1395ww note) is amended by striking ``through fiscal year 2022'' and inserting ``or a subsequent fiscal year''. SEC. 3. TEMPORARY EXTENSION OF THE MEDICARE LOW-VOLUME ADJUSTMENT PROGRAM. Section 1886(d)(12) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ww(d)(12)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (B), in the matter preceding clause (i), by striking ``fiscal year 2023'' and inserting ``fiscal year 2028''; (2) in subparagraph (C)(i)-- (A) by striking ``fiscal years 2011 through 2022'' each place it appears and inserting ``fiscal years 2011 through 2027''; and (B) by striking ``or portion of fiscal year''; and (3) in subparagraph (D)-- (A) in the heading, by striking ``Temporary applicable percentage increase'' and inserting ``Applicable percentage increase beginning with fiscal year 2011''; (B) in the matter preceding clause (i), by striking ``fiscal years 2011 through 2022,'' and inserting ``fiscal years 2011 through 2027''; and (C) in clause (ii), by striking ``2022'' and inserting ``2027''; and (D) by striking ``or the portion of fiscal year'' each place it appears. SEC. 4. BUDGET NEUTRAL PAY-FOR. For fiscal year 2023 and each subsequent fiscal year, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall adjust payments under section 1886(d) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ww(d)) in a manner such that the estimated aggregate amount of expenditures under such section for such fiscal year with application of the amendments made by sections 2 and 3 of this Act is equal to the estimated aggregate amount of expenditures under such section for such fiscal year without application of such amendments. <all>

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for reform to and a permanent extension of the Medicare-dependent hospital program, and for other purposes. REFORM AND PERMANENT EXTENSION OF THE MEDICARE-DEPENDENT HOSPITAL (MDH) PROGRAM. ( ''; (3) in clause (ii)(II), by striking ``, and before October 1, 2022'' and inserting ``, and before October 1, 2023''; and (4) by adding at the end the following new clauses: ``(v)(I) Subject to subclause (II), for purposes of clause (i), for fiscal year 2024 and each subsequent fiscal year with respect to a subsection (d) hospital which is a medicare-dependent, small rural hospital, the Secretary shall determine an increase factor to apply to such hospital with respect to discharges occurring during such fiscal year. ``(II) The aggregate amounts determined for all subsection (d) hospitals which are medicare-dependent, small rural hospitals by application of the increase factors determined under this clause for such hospitals shall not exceed a total of-- ``(aa) for fiscal year 2024, $100,000,000; and ``(bb) for each subsequent fiscal year, the amount specified in this clause for the previous fiscal year increased by the market basket percentage increase (as defined in subsection (b)(3)(B)(iii)) as determined prospectively by the Secretary for such subsequent fiscal year.''. ( 2) Permitting hospitals to decline reclassification.-- Section 13501(e)(2) of the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1993 (42 U.S.C. 1395ww note) is amended by striking ``through fiscal year 2022'' and inserting ``or a subsequent fiscal year''. TEMPORARY EXTENSION OF THE MEDICARE LOW-VOLUME ADJUSTMENT PROGRAM. BUDGET NEUTRAL PAY-FOR. For fiscal year 2023 and each subsequent fiscal year, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall adjust payments under section 1886(d) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ww(d)) in a manner such that the estimated aggregate amount of expenditures under such section for such fiscal year with application of the amendments made by sections 2 and 3 of this Act is equal to the estimated aggregate amount of expenditures under such section for such fiscal year without application of such amendments.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for reform to and a permanent extension of the Medicare-dependent hospital program, and for other purposes. 3) in clause (ii)(II), by striking ``, and before October 1, 2022'' and inserting ``, and before October 1, 2023''; and (4) by adding at the end the following new clauses: ``(v)(I) Subject to subclause (II), for purposes of clause (i), for fiscal year 2024 and each subsequent fiscal year with respect to a subsection (d) hospital which is a medicare-dependent, small rural hospital, the Secretary shall determine an increase factor to apply to such hospital with respect to discharges occurring during such fiscal year. ``(II) The aggregate amounts determined for all subsection (d) hospitals which are medicare-dependent, small rural hospitals by application of the increase factors determined under this clause for such hospitals shall not exceed a total of-- ``(aa) for fiscal year 2024, $100,000,000; and ``(bb) for each subsequent fiscal year, the amount specified in this clause for the previous fiscal year increased by the market basket percentage increase (as defined in subsection (b)(3)(B)(iii)) as determined prospectively by the Secretary for such subsequent fiscal year.''. ( Section 1886(d)(12) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. BUDGET NEUTRAL PAY-FOR. For fiscal year 2023 and each subsequent fiscal year, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall adjust payments under section 1886(d) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ww(d)) in a manner such that the estimated aggregate amount of expenditures under such section for such fiscal year with application of the amendments made by sections 2 and 3 of this Act is equal to the estimated aggregate amount of expenditures under such section for such fiscal year without application of such amendments.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for reform to and a permanent extension of the Medicare-dependent hospital program, and for other purposes. 3) in clause (ii)(II), by striking ``, and before October 1, 2022'' and inserting ``, and before October 1, 2023''; and (4) by adding at the end the following new clauses: ``(v)(I) Subject to subclause (II), for purposes of clause (i), for fiscal year 2024 and each subsequent fiscal year with respect to a subsection (d) hospital which is a medicare-dependent, small rural hospital, the Secretary shall determine an increase factor to apply to such hospital with respect to discharges occurring during such fiscal year. ``(II) The aggregate amounts determined for all subsection (d) hospitals which are medicare-dependent, small rural hospitals by application of the increase factors determined under this clause for such hospitals shall not exceed a total of-- ``(aa) for fiscal year 2024, $100,000,000; and ``(bb) for each subsequent fiscal year, the amount specified in this clause for the previous fiscal year increased by the market basket percentage increase (as defined in subsection (b)(3)(B)(iii)) as determined prospectively by the Secretary for such subsequent fiscal year.''. ( Section 1886(d)(12) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. BUDGET NEUTRAL PAY-FOR. For fiscal year 2023 and each subsequent fiscal year, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall adjust payments under section 1886(d) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ww(d)) in a manner such that the estimated aggregate amount of expenditures under such section for such fiscal year with application of the amendments made by sections 2 and 3 of this Act is equal to the estimated aggregate amount of expenditures under such section for such fiscal year without application of such amendments.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for reform to and a permanent extension of the Medicare-dependent hospital program, and for other purposes. REFORM AND PERMANENT EXTENSION OF THE MEDICARE-DEPENDENT HOSPITAL (MDH) PROGRAM. ( ''; (3) in clause (ii)(II), by striking ``, and before October 1, 2022'' and inserting ``, and before October 1, 2023''; and (4) by adding at the end the following new clauses: ``(v)(I) Subject to subclause (II), for purposes of clause (i), for fiscal year 2024 and each subsequent fiscal year with respect to a subsection (d) hospital which is a medicare-dependent, small rural hospital, the Secretary shall determine an increase factor to apply to such hospital with respect to discharges occurring during such fiscal year. ``(II) The aggregate amounts determined for all subsection (d) hospitals which are medicare-dependent, small rural hospitals by application of the increase factors determined under this clause for such hospitals shall not exceed a total of-- ``(aa) for fiscal year 2024, $100,000,000; and ``(bb) for each subsequent fiscal year, the amount specified in this clause for the previous fiscal year increased by the market basket percentage increase (as defined in subsection (b)(3)(B)(iii)) as determined prospectively by the Secretary for such subsequent fiscal year.''. ( 2) Permitting hospitals to decline reclassification.-- Section 13501(e)(2) of the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1993 (42 U.S.C. 1395ww note) is amended by striking ``through fiscal year 2022'' and inserting ``or a subsequent fiscal year''. TEMPORARY EXTENSION OF THE MEDICARE LOW-VOLUME ADJUSTMENT PROGRAM. BUDGET NEUTRAL PAY-FOR. For fiscal year 2023 and each subsequent fiscal year, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall adjust payments under section 1886(d) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ww(d)) in a manner such that the estimated aggregate amount of expenditures under such section for such fiscal year with application of the amendments made by sections 2 and 3 of this Act is equal to the estimated aggregate amount of expenditures under such section for such fiscal year without application of such amendments.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for reform to and a permanent extension of the Medicare-dependent hospital program, and for other purposes. 3) in clause (ii)(II), by striking ``, and before October 1, 2022'' and inserting ``, and before October 1, 2023''; and (4) by adding at the end the following new clauses: ``(v)(I) Subject to subclause (II), for purposes of clause (i), for fiscal year 2024 and each subsequent fiscal year with respect to a subsection (d) hospital which is a medicare-dependent, small rural hospital, the Secretary shall determine an increase factor to apply to such hospital with respect to discharges occurring during such fiscal year. ``(II) The aggregate amounts determined for all subsection (d) hospitals which are medicare-dependent, small rural hospitals by application of the increase factors determined under this clause for such hospitals shall not exceed a total of-- ``(aa) for fiscal year 2024, $100,000,000; and ``(bb) for each subsequent fiscal year, the amount specified in this clause for the previous fiscal year increased by the market basket percentage increase (as defined in subsection (b)(3)(B)(iii)) as determined prospectively by the Secretary for such subsequent fiscal year.''. ( Section 1886(d)(12) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. BUDGET NEUTRAL PAY-FOR. For fiscal year 2023 and each subsequent fiscal year, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall adjust payments under section 1886(d) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ww(d)) in a manner such that the estimated aggregate amount of expenditures under such section for such fiscal year with application of the amendments made by sections 2 and 3 of this Act is equal to the estimated aggregate amount of expenditures under such section for such fiscal year without application of such amendments.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for reform to and a permanent extension of the Medicare-dependent hospital program, and for other purposes. REFORM AND PERMANENT EXTENSION OF THE MEDICARE-DEPENDENT HOSPITAL (MDH) PROGRAM. ( ''; (3) in clause (ii)(II), by striking ``, and before October 1, 2022'' and inserting ``, and before October 1, 2023''; and (4) by adding at the end the following new clauses: ``(v)(I) Subject to subclause (II), for purposes of clause (i), for fiscal year 2024 and each subsequent fiscal year with respect to a subsection (d) hospital which is a medicare-dependent, small rural hospital, the Secretary shall determine an increase factor to apply to such hospital with respect to discharges occurring during such fiscal year. ``(II) The aggregate amounts determined for all subsection (d) hospitals which are medicare-dependent, small rural hospitals by application of the increase factors determined under this clause for such hospitals shall not exceed a total of-- ``(aa) for fiscal year 2024, $100,000,000; and ``(bb) for each subsequent fiscal year, the amount specified in this clause for the previous fiscal year increased by the market basket percentage increase (as defined in subsection (b)(3)(B)(iii)) as determined prospectively by the Secretary for such subsequent fiscal year.''. ( 2) Permitting hospitals to decline reclassification.-- Section 13501(e)(2) of the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1993 (42 U.S.C. 1395ww note) is amended by striking ``through fiscal year 2022'' and inserting ``or a subsequent fiscal year''. TEMPORARY EXTENSION OF THE MEDICARE LOW-VOLUME ADJUSTMENT PROGRAM. BUDGET NEUTRAL PAY-FOR. For fiscal year 2023 and each subsequent fiscal year, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall adjust payments under section 1886(d) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ww(d)) in a manner such that the estimated aggregate amount of expenditures under such section for such fiscal year with application of the amendments made by sections 2 and 3 of this Act is equal to the estimated aggregate amount of expenditures under such section for such fiscal year without application of such amendments.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for reform to and a permanent extension of the Medicare-dependent hospital program, and for other purposes. 3) in clause (ii)(II), by striking ``, and before October 1, 2022'' and inserting ``, and before October 1, 2023''; and (4) by adding at the end the following new clauses: ``(v)(I) Subject to subclause (II), for purposes of clause (i), for fiscal year 2024 and each subsequent fiscal year with respect to a subsection (d) hospital which is a medicare-dependent, small rural hospital, the Secretary shall determine an increase factor to apply to such hospital with respect to discharges occurring during such fiscal year. ``(II) The aggregate amounts determined for all subsection (d) hospitals which are medicare-dependent, small rural hospitals by application of the increase factors determined under this clause for such hospitals shall not exceed a total of-- ``(aa) for fiscal year 2024, $100,000,000; and ``(bb) for each subsequent fiscal year, the amount specified in this clause for the previous fiscal year increased by the market basket percentage increase (as defined in subsection (b)(3)(B)(iii)) as determined prospectively by the Secretary for such subsequent fiscal year.''. ( Section 1886(d)(12) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. BUDGET NEUTRAL PAY-FOR. For fiscal year 2023 and each subsequent fiscal year, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall adjust payments under section 1886(d) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ww(d)) in a manner such that the estimated aggregate amount of expenditures under such section for such fiscal year with application of the amendments made by sections 2 and 3 of this Act is equal to the estimated aggregate amount of expenditures under such section for such fiscal year without application of such amendments.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for reform to and a permanent extension of the Medicare-dependent hospital program, and for other purposes. REFORM AND PERMANENT EXTENSION OF THE MEDICARE-DEPENDENT HOSPITAL (MDH) PROGRAM. ( ''; (3) in clause (ii)(II), by striking ``, and before October 1, 2022'' and inserting ``, and before October 1, 2023''; and (4) by adding at the end the following new clauses: ``(v)(I) Subject to subclause (II), for purposes of clause (i), for fiscal year 2024 and each subsequent fiscal year with respect to a subsection (d) hospital which is a medicare-dependent, small rural hospital, the Secretary shall determine an increase factor to apply to such hospital with respect to discharges occurring during such fiscal year. ``(II) The aggregate amounts determined for all subsection (d) hospitals which are medicare-dependent, small rural hospitals by application of the increase factors determined under this clause for such hospitals shall not exceed a total of-- ``(aa) for fiscal year 2024, $100,000,000; and ``(bb) for each subsequent fiscal year, the amount specified in this clause for the previous fiscal year increased by the market basket percentage increase (as defined in subsection (b)(3)(B)(iii)) as determined prospectively by the Secretary for such subsequent fiscal year.''. ( 2) Permitting hospitals to decline reclassification.-- Section 13501(e)(2) of the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1993 (42 U.S.C. 1395ww note) is amended by striking ``through fiscal year 2022'' and inserting ``or a subsequent fiscal year''. TEMPORARY EXTENSION OF THE MEDICARE LOW-VOLUME ADJUSTMENT PROGRAM. BUDGET NEUTRAL PAY-FOR. For fiscal year 2023 and each subsequent fiscal year, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall adjust payments under section 1886(d) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ww(d)) in a manner such that the estimated aggregate amount of expenditures under such section for such fiscal year with application of the amendments made by sections 2 and 3 of this Act is equal to the estimated aggregate amount of expenditures under such section for such fiscal year without application of such amendments.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for reform to and a permanent extension of the Medicare-dependent hospital program, and for other purposes. 3) in clause (ii)(II), by striking ``, and before October 1, 2022'' and inserting ``, and before October 1, 2023''; and (4) by adding at the end the following new clauses: ``(v)(I) Subject to subclause (II), for purposes of clause (i), for fiscal year 2024 and each subsequent fiscal year with respect to a subsection (d) hospital which is a medicare-dependent, small rural hospital, the Secretary shall determine an increase factor to apply to such hospital with respect to discharges occurring during such fiscal year. ``(II) The aggregate amounts determined for all subsection (d) hospitals which are medicare-dependent, small rural hospitals by application of the increase factors determined under this clause for such hospitals shall not exceed a total of-- ``(aa) for fiscal year 2024, $100,000,000; and ``(bb) for each subsequent fiscal year, the amount specified in this clause for the previous fiscal year increased by the market basket percentage increase (as defined in subsection (b)(3)(B)(iii)) as determined prospectively by the Secretary for such subsequent fiscal year.''. ( Section 1886(d)(12) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. BUDGET NEUTRAL PAY-FOR. For fiscal year 2023 and each subsequent fiscal year, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall adjust payments under section 1886(d) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ww(d)) in a manner such that the estimated aggregate amount of expenditures under such section for such fiscal year with application of the amendments made by sections 2 and 3 of this Act is equal to the estimated aggregate amount of expenditures under such section for such fiscal year without application of such amendments.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for reform to and a permanent extension of the Medicare-dependent hospital program, and for other purposes. REFORM AND PERMANENT EXTENSION OF THE MEDICARE-DEPENDENT HOSPITAL (MDH) PROGRAM. ( ''; (3) in clause (ii)(II), by striking ``, and before October 1, 2022'' and inserting ``, and before October 1, 2023''; and (4) by adding at the end the following new clauses: ``(v)(I) Subject to subclause (II), for purposes of clause (i), for fiscal year 2024 and each subsequent fiscal year with respect to a subsection (d) hospital which is a medicare-dependent, small rural hospital, the Secretary shall determine an increase factor to apply to such hospital with respect to discharges occurring during such fiscal year. ``(II) The aggregate amounts determined for all subsection (d) hospitals which are medicare-dependent, small rural hospitals by application of the increase factors determined under this clause for such hospitals shall not exceed a total of-- ``(aa) for fiscal year 2024, $100,000,000; and ``(bb) for each subsequent fiscal year, the amount specified in this clause for the previous fiscal year increased by the market basket percentage increase (as defined in subsection (b)(3)(B)(iii)) as determined prospectively by the Secretary for such subsequent fiscal year.''. ( 2) Permitting hospitals to decline reclassification.-- Section 13501(e)(2) of the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1993 (42 U.S.C. 1395ww note) is amended by striking ``through fiscal year 2022'' and inserting ``or a subsequent fiscal year''. TEMPORARY EXTENSION OF THE MEDICARE LOW-VOLUME ADJUSTMENT PROGRAM. BUDGET NEUTRAL PAY-FOR. For fiscal year 2023 and each subsequent fiscal year, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall adjust payments under section 1886(d) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ww(d)) in a manner such that the estimated aggregate amount of expenditures under such section for such fiscal year with application of the amendments made by sections 2 and 3 of this Act is equal to the estimated aggregate amount of expenditures under such section for such fiscal year without application of such amendments.

S.4179

Armed Forces and National Security

Space National Guard Establishment Act This bill establishes a Space National Guard as the reserve component of the U.S. Space Force.

To establish the Space National Guard. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Space National Guard Establishment Act''. SEC. 2. ESTABLISHMENT OF SPACE NATIONAL GUARD. (a) Establishment.-- (1) In general.--There is established a Space National Guard that is part of the organized militia of the several States and Territories, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia-- (A) in which the Space Force operates; and (B) active and inactive. (2) Reserve component.--There is established a Space National Guard of the United States that is the reserve component of the United States Space Force all of whose members are members of the Space National Guard. (b) Composition.--The Space National Guard shall be composed of the Space National Guard forces of the several States and Territories, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia-- (1) in which the Space Force operates; and (2) active and inactive. SEC. 3. NO EFFECT ON MILITARY INSTALLATIONS. Nothing in this Act, or the amendments made by this Act, shall be construed to authorize or require the relocation of any facility, infrastructure, or military installation of the Space National Guard or Air National Guard. SEC. 4. IMPLEMENTATION OF SPACE NATIONAL GUARD. (a) Requirement.--Except as specifically provided by this Act, the Secretary of the Air Force and the Chief of the National Guard Bureau shall implement this Act, and the amendments made by this Act, not later than 18 months after the date of the enactment of this Act. (b) Briefing Required.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually for the five subsequent years, the Secretary of the Air Force, the Chief of the Space Force, and the Chief of the National Guard Bureau shall jointly provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing on the status of the implementation of the Space National Guard pursuant to this Act and the amendments made by this Act. (2) Elements.--The briefing required by paragraph (1) shall address-- (A) the current missions, operations and activities, personnel requirements and status, and budget and funding requirements and status of the Space National Guard; and (B) such other matters with respect to the implementation and operation of the Space National Guard as the Secretary and the Chiefs jointly determine appropriate to keep Congress fully and currently informed on the status of the implementation of the Space National Guard. SEC. 5. CONFORMING AMENDMENTS AND CLARIFICATION OF AUTHORITIES. (a) Definitions.-- (1) Title 10, united states code.--Title 10, United States Code, is amended-- (A) in section 101-- (i) in subsection (c)-- (I) by redesignating paragraphs (6) and (7) as paragraphs (8) and (9), respectively; and (II) by inserting after paragraph (5) the following new paragraphs: ``(6) The term `Space National Guard' means that part of the organized militia of the several States and territories, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia, active and inactive, that-- ``(A) is a space force; ``(B) is trained, and has its officers appointed under the sixteenth clause of section 8, article I of the Constitution; ``(C) is organized, armed, and equipped wholly or partly at Federal expense; and ``(D) is federally recognized. ``(7) The term `Space National Guard of the United States' means the reserve component of the Space Force all of whose members are members of the Space National Guard.''; and (B) in section 10101-- (i) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by inserting ``the following'' before the colon; and (ii) by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(8) The Space National Guard of the United States.''. (2) Title 32, united states code.--Section 101 of title 32, United States Code is amended-- (A) by redesignating paragraphs (8) through (19) as paragraphs (10) through (21), respectively; and (B) by inserting after paragraph (7) the following new paragraphs: ``(8) The term `Space National Guard' means that part of the organized militia of the several States and territories, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia, in which the Space Force operates, active and inactive, that-- ``(A) is a space force; ``(B) is trained, and has its officers appointed under the sixteenth clause of section 8, article I of the Constitution; ``(C) is organized, armed, and equipped wholly or partly at Federal expense; and ``(D) is federally recognized. ``(9) The term `Space National Guard of the United States' means the reserve component of the Space Force all of whose members are members of the Space National Guard.''. (b) Reserve Components.--Chapter 1003 of title 10, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by adding at the end the following new sections: ``Sec. 10115. Space National Guard of the United States: composition ``The Space National Guard of the United States is the reserve component of the Space Force that consists of-- ``(1) federally recognized units and organizations of the Space National Guard; and ``(2) members of the Space National Guard who are also Reserves of the Space Force. ``Sec. 10116. Space National Guard: when a component of the Space Force ``The Space National Guard while in the service of the United States is a component of the Space Force. ``Sec. 10117. Space National Guard of the United States: status when not in Federal service ``When not on active duty, members of the Space National Guard of the United States shall be administered, armed, equipped, and trained in their status as members of the Space National Guard.''; and (2) in the table of sections at the beginning of such chapter, by adding at the end the following new items: ``10115. Space National Guard of the United States: composition. ``10116. Space National Guard: when a component of the Space Force. ``10117. Space National Guard of the United States: status when not in Federal service.''. <all>

Space National Guard Establishment Act

A bill to establish the Space National Guard.

Space National Guard Establishment Act

Sen. Feinstein, Dianne

D

CA

This bill establishes a Space National Guard as the reserve component of the U.S. Space Force.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. 2. ESTABLISHMENT OF SPACE NATIONAL GUARD. 3. NO EFFECT ON MILITARY INSTALLATIONS. Nothing in this Act, or the amendments made by this Act, shall be construed to authorize or require the relocation of any facility, infrastructure, or military installation of the Space National Guard or Air National Guard. 4. IMPLEMENTATION OF SPACE NATIONAL GUARD. (a) Requirement.--Except as specifically provided by this Act, the Secretary of the Air Force and the Chief of the National Guard Bureau shall implement this Act, and the amendments made by this Act, not later than 18 months after the date of the enactment of this Act. (b) Briefing Required.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually for the five subsequent years, the Secretary of the Air Force, the Chief of the Space Force, and the Chief of the National Guard Bureau shall jointly provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing on the status of the implementation of the Space National Guard pursuant to this Act and the amendments made by this Act. (2) Elements.--The briefing required by paragraph (1) shall address-- (A) the current missions, operations and activities, personnel requirements and status, and budget and funding requirements and status of the Space National Guard; and (B) such other matters with respect to the implementation and operation of the Space National Guard as the Secretary and the Chiefs jointly determine appropriate to keep Congress fully and currently informed on the status of the implementation of the Space National Guard. SEC. 5. CONFORMING AMENDMENTS AND CLARIFICATION OF AUTHORITIES. (2) Title 32, united states code.--Section 101 of title 32, United States Code is amended-- (A) by redesignating paragraphs (8) through (19) as paragraphs (10) through (21), respectively; and (B) by inserting after paragraph (7) the following new paragraphs: ``(8) The term `Space National Guard' means that part of the organized militia of the several States and territories, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia, in which the Space Force operates, active and inactive, that-- ``(A) is a space force; ``(B) is trained, and has its officers appointed under the sixteenth clause of section 8, article I of the Constitution; ``(C) is organized, armed, and equipped wholly or partly at Federal expense; and ``(D) is federally recognized. (b) Reserve Components.--Chapter 1003 of title 10, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by adding at the end the following new sections: ``Sec. 10115. 10116. 10117. Space National Guard of the United States: status when not in Federal service ``When not on active duty, members of the Space National Guard of the United States shall be administered, armed, equipped, and trained in their status as members of the Space National Guard. Space National Guard of the United States: composition. Space National Guard: when a component of the Space Force.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. 2. ESTABLISHMENT OF SPACE NATIONAL GUARD. 3. NO EFFECT ON MILITARY INSTALLATIONS. 4. IMPLEMENTATION OF SPACE NATIONAL GUARD. (a) Requirement.--Except as specifically provided by this Act, the Secretary of the Air Force and the Chief of the National Guard Bureau shall implement this Act, and the amendments made by this Act, not later than 18 months after the date of the enactment of this Act. SEC. 5. CONFORMING AMENDMENTS AND CLARIFICATION OF AUTHORITIES. (2) Title 32, united states code.--Section 101 of title 32, United States Code is amended-- (A) by redesignating paragraphs (8) through (19) as paragraphs (10) through (21), respectively; and (B) by inserting after paragraph (7) the following new paragraphs: ``(8) The term `Space National Guard' means that part of the organized militia of the several States and territories, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia, in which the Space Force operates, active and inactive, that-- ``(A) is a space force; ``(B) is trained, and has its officers appointed under the sixteenth clause of section 8, article I of the Constitution; ``(C) is organized, armed, and equipped wholly or partly at Federal expense; and ``(D) is federally recognized. (b) Reserve Components.--Chapter 1003 of title 10, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by adding at the end the following new sections: ``Sec. 10115. 10116. 10117. Space National Guard of the United States: status when not in Federal service ``When not on active duty, members of the Space National Guard of the United States shall be administered, armed, equipped, and trained in their status as members of the Space National Guard. Space National Guard of the United States: composition. Space National Guard: when a component of the Space Force.

To establish the Space National Guard. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Space National Guard Establishment Act''. 2. ESTABLISHMENT OF SPACE NATIONAL GUARD. (a) Establishment.-- (1) In general.--There is established a Space National Guard that is part of the organized militia of the several States and Territories, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia-- (A) in which the Space Force operates; and (B) active and inactive. 3. NO EFFECT ON MILITARY INSTALLATIONS. Nothing in this Act, or the amendments made by this Act, shall be construed to authorize or require the relocation of any facility, infrastructure, or military installation of the Space National Guard or Air National Guard. 4. IMPLEMENTATION OF SPACE NATIONAL GUARD. (a) Requirement.--Except as specifically provided by this Act, the Secretary of the Air Force and the Chief of the National Guard Bureau shall implement this Act, and the amendments made by this Act, not later than 18 months after the date of the enactment of this Act. (b) Briefing Required.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually for the five subsequent years, the Secretary of the Air Force, the Chief of the Space Force, and the Chief of the National Guard Bureau shall jointly provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing on the status of the implementation of the Space National Guard pursuant to this Act and the amendments made by this Act. (2) Elements.--The briefing required by paragraph (1) shall address-- (A) the current missions, operations and activities, personnel requirements and status, and budget and funding requirements and status of the Space National Guard; and (B) such other matters with respect to the implementation and operation of the Space National Guard as the Secretary and the Chiefs jointly determine appropriate to keep Congress fully and currently informed on the status of the implementation of the Space National Guard. SEC. 5. CONFORMING AMENDMENTS AND CLARIFICATION OF AUTHORITIES. ''; and (B) in section 10101-- (i) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by inserting ``the following'' before the colon; and (ii) by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(8) The Space National Guard of the United States.''. (2) Title 32, united states code.--Section 101 of title 32, United States Code is amended-- (A) by redesignating paragraphs (8) through (19) as paragraphs (10) through (21), respectively; and (B) by inserting after paragraph (7) the following new paragraphs: ``(8) The term `Space National Guard' means that part of the organized militia of the several States and territories, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia, in which the Space Force operates, active and inactive, that-- ``(A) is a space force; ``(B) is trained, and has its officers appointed under the sixteenth clause of section 8, article I of the Constitution; ``(C) is organized, armed, and equipped wholly or partly at Federal expense; and ``(D) is federally recognized. ``(9) The term `Space National Guard of the United States' means the reserve component of the Space Force all of whose members are members of the Space National Guard.''. (b) Reserve Components.--Chapter 1003 of title 10, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by adding at the end the following new sections: ``Sec. 10115. Space National Guard of the United States: composition ``The Space National Guard of the United States is the reserve component of the Space Force that consists of-- ``(1) federally recognized units and organizations of the Space National Guard; and ``(2) members of the Space National Guard who are also Reserves of the Space Force. 10116. 10117. Space National Guard of the United States: status when not in Federal service ``When not on active duty, members of the Space National Guard of the United States shall be administered, armed, equipped, and trained in their status as members of the Space National Guard. ''; and (2) in the table of sections at the beginning of such chapter, by adding at the end the following new items: ``10115. Space National Guard of the United States: composition. Space National Guard: when a component of the Space Force.

To establish the Space National Guard. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Space National Guard Establishment Act''. SEC. 2. ESTABLISHMENT OF SPACE NATIONAL GUARD. (a) Establishment.-- (1) In general.--There is established a Space National Guard that is part of the organized militia of the several States and Territories, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia-- (A) in which the Space Force operates; and (B) active and inactive. (2) Reserve component.--There is established a Space National Guard of the United States that is the reserve component of the United States Space Force all of whose members are members of the Space National Guard. (b) Composition.--The Space National Guard shall be composed of the Space National Guard forces of the several States and Territories, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia-- (1) in which the Space Force operates; and (2) active and inactive. SEC. 3. NO EFFECT ON MILITARY INSTALLATIONS. Nothing in this Act, or the amendments made by this Act, shall be construed to authorize or require the relocation of any facility, infrastructure, or military installation of the Space National Guard or Air National Guard. SEC. 4. IMPLEMENTATION OF SPACE NATIONAL GUARD. (a) Requirement.--Except as specifically provided by this Act, the Secretary of the Air Force and the Chief of the National Guard Bureau shall implement this Act, and the amendments made by this Act, not later than 18 months after the date of the enactment of this Act. (b) Briefing Required.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually for the five subsequent years, the Secretary of the Air Force, the Chief of the Space Force, and the Chief of the National Guard Bureau shall jointly provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing on the status of the implementation of the Space National Guard pursuant to this Act and the amendments made by this Act. (2) Elements.--The briefing required by paragraph (1) shall address-- (A) the current missions, operations and activities, personnel requirements and status, and budget and funding requirements and status of the Space National Guard; and (B) such other matters with respect to the implementation and operation of the Space National Guard as the Secretary and the Chiefs jointly determine appropriate to keep Congress fully and currently informed on the status of the implementation of the Space National Guard. SEC. 5. CONFORMING AMENDMENTS AND CLARIFICATION OF AUTHORITIES. (a) Definitions.-- (1) Title 10, united states code.--Title 10, United States Code, is amended-- (A) in section 101-- (i) in subsection (c)-- (I) by redesignating paragraphs (6) and (7) as paragraphs (8) and (9), respectively; and (II) by inserting after paragraph (5) the following new paragraphs: ``(6) The term `Space National Guard' means that part of the organized militia of the several States and territories, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia, active and inactive, that-- ``(A) is a space force; ``(B) is trained, and has its officers appointed under the sixteenth clause of section 8, article I of the Constitution; ``(C) is organized, armed, and equipped wholly or partly at Federal expense; and ``(D) is federally recognized. ``(7) The term `Space National Guard of the United States' means the reserve component of the Space Force all of whose members are members of the Space National Guard.''; and (B) in section 10101-- (i) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by inserting ``the following'' before the colon; and (ii) by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(8) The Space National Guard of the United States.''. (2) Title 32, united states code.--Section 101 of title 32, United States Code is amended-- (A) by redesignating paragraphs (8) through (19) as paragraphs (10) through (21), respectively; and (B) by inserting after paragraph (7) the following new paragraphs: ``(8) The term `Space National Guard' means that part of the organized militia of the several States and territories, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia, in which the Space Force operates, active and inactive, that-- ``(A) is a space force; ``(B) is trained, and has its officers appointed under the sixteenth clause of section 8, article I of the Constitution; ``(C) is organized, armed, and equipped wholly or partly at Federal expense; and ``(D) is federally recognized. ``(9) The term `Space National Guard of the United States' means the reserve component of the Space Force all of whose members are members of the Space National Guard.''. (b) Reserve Components.--Chapter 1003 of title 10, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by adding at the end the following new sections: ``Sec. 10115. Space National Guard of the United States: composition ``The Space National Guard of the United States is the reserve component of the Space Force that consists of-- ``(1) federally recognized units and organizations of the Space National Guard; and ``(2) members of the Space National Guard who are also Reserves of the Space Force. ``Sec. 10116. Space National Guard: when a component of the Space Force ``The Space National Guard while in the service of the United States is a component of the Space Force. ``Sec. 10117. Space National Guard of the United States: status when not in Federal service ``When not on active duty, members of the Space National Guard of the United States shall be administered, armed, equipped, and trained in their status as members of the Space National Guard.''; and (2) in the table of sections at the beginning of such chapter, by adding at the end the following new items: ``10115. Space National Guard of the United States: composition. ``10116. Space National Guard: when a component of the Space Force. ``10117. Space National Guard of the United States: status when not in Federal service.''. <all>

To establish the Space National Guard. a) Establishment.-- (1) In general.--There is established a Space National Guard that is part of the organized militia of the several States and Territories, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia-- (A) in which the Space Force operates; and (B) active and inactive. ( (a) Requirement.--Except as specifically provided by this Act, the Secretary of the Air Force and the Chief of the National Guard Bureau shall implement this Act, and the amendments made by this Act, not later than 18 months after the date of the enactment of this Act. ( b) Briefing Required.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually for the five subsequent years, the Secretary of the Air Force, the Chief of the Space Force, and the Chief of the National Guard Bureau shall jointly provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing on the status of the implementation of the Space National Guard pursuant to this Act and the amendments made by this Act. ( ``(7) The term `Space National Guard of the United States' means the reserve component of the Space Force all of whose members are members of the Space National Guard. ''; and (B) in section 10101-- (i) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by inserting ``the following'' before the colon; and (ii) by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(8) The Space National Guard of the United States.''. ``(9) The term `Space National Guard of the United States' means the reserve component of the Space Force all of whose members are members of the Space National Guard.''. ( b) Reserve Components.--Chapter 1003 of title 10, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by adding at the end the following new sections: ``Sec. Space National Guard: when a component of the Space Force ``The Space National Guard while in the service of the United States is a component of the Space Force. Space National Guard of the United States: status when not in Federal service ``When not on active duty, members of the Space National Guard of the United States shall be administered, armed, equipped, and trained in their status as members of the Space National Guard. '';

To establish the Space National Guard. ESTABLISHMENT OF SPACE NATIONAL GUARD. ( b) Briefing Required.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually for the five subsequent years, the Secretary of the Air Force, the Chief of the Space Force, and the Chief of the National Guard Bureau shall jointly provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing on the status of the implementation of the Space National Guard pursuant to this Act and the amendments made by this Act. (2) Elements.--The briefing required by paragraph (1) shall address-- (A) the current missions, operations and activities, personnel requirements and status, and budget and funding requirements and status of the Space National Guard; and (B) such other matters with respect to the implementation and operation of the Space National Guard as the Secretary and the Chiefs jointly determine appropriate to keep Congress fully and currently informed on the status of the implementation of the Space National Guard. and (B) in section 10101-- (i) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by inserting ``the following'' before the colon; and (ii) by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(8) The Space National Guard of the United States.''. ``(9) The term `Space National Guard of the United States' means the reserve component of the Space Force all of whose members are members of the Space National Guard.''. ( Space National Guard of the United States: composition ``The Space National Guard of the United States is the reserve component of the Space Force that consists of-- ``(1) federally recognized units and organizations of the Space National Guard; and ``(2) members of the Space National Guard who are also Reserves of the Space Force.

To establish the Space National Guard. ESTABLISHMENT OF SPACE NATIONAL GUARD. ( b) Briefing Required.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually for the five subsequent years, the Secretary of the Air Force, the Chief of the Space Force, and the Chief of the National Guard Bureau shall jointly provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing on the status of the implementation of the Space National Guard pursuant to this Act and the amendments made by this Act. (2) Elements.--The briefing required by paragraph (1) shall address-- (A) the current missions, operations and activities, personnel requirements and status, and budget and funding requirements and status of the Space National Guard; and (B) such other matters with respect to the implementation and operation of the Space National Guard as the Secretary and the Chiefs jointly determine appropriate to keep Congress fully and currently informed on the status of the implementation of the Space National Guard. and (B) in section 10101-- (i) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by inserting ``the following'' before the colon; and (ii) by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(8) The Space National Guard of the United States.''. ``(9) The term `Space National Guard of the United States' means the reserve component of the Space Force all of whose members are members of the Space National Guard.''. ( Space National Guard of the United States: composition ``The Space National Guard of the United States is the reserve component of the Space Force that consists of-- ``(1) federally recognized units and organizations of the Space National Guard; and ``(2) members of the Space National Guard who are also Reserves of the Space Force.

To establish the Space National Guard. a) Establishment.-- (1) In general.--There is established a Space National Guard that is part of the organized militia of the several States and Territories, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia-- (A) in which the Space Force operates; and (B) active and inactive. ( (a) Requirement.--Except as specifically provided by this Act, the Secretary of the Air Force and the Chief of the National Guard Bureau shall implement this Act, and the amendments made by this Act, not later than 18 months after the date of the enactment of this Act. ( b) Briefing Required.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually for the five subsequent years, the Secretary of the Air Force, the Chief of the Space Force, and the Chief of the National Guard Bureau shall jointly provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing on the status of the implementation of the Space National Guard pursuant to this Act and the amendments made by this Act. ( ``(7) The term `Space National Guard of the United States' means the reserve component of the Space Force all of whose members are members of the Space National Guard. ''; and (B) in section 10101-- (i) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by inserting ``the following'' before the colon; and (ii) by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(8) The Space National Guard of the United States.''. ``(9) The term `Space National Guard of the United States' means the reserve component of the Space Force all of whose members are members of the Space National Guard.''. ( b) Reserve Components.--Chapter 1003 of title 10, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by adding at the end the following new sections: ``Sec. Space National Guard: when a component of the Space Force ``The Space National Guard while in the service of the United States is a component of the Space Force. Space National Guard of the United States: status when not in Federal service ``When not on active duty, members of the Space National Guard of the United States shall be administered, armed, equipped, and trained in their status as members of the Space National Guard. '';

To establish the Space National Guard. ESTABLISHMENT OF SPACE NATIONAL GUARD. ( b) Briefing Required.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually for the five subsequent years, the Secretary of the Air Force, the Chief of the Space Force, and the Chief of the National Guard Bureau shall jointly provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing on the status of the implementation of the Space National Guard pursuant to this Act and the amendments made by this Act. (2) Elements.--The briefing required by paragraph (1) shall address-- (A) the current missions, operations and activities, personnel requirements and status, and budget and funding requirements and status of the Space National Guard; and (B) such other matters with respect to the implementation and operation of the Space National Guard as the Secretary and the Chiefs jointly determine appropriate to keep Congress fully and currently informed on the status of the implementation of the Space National Guard. and (B) in section 10101-- (i) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by inserting ``the following'' before the colon; and (ii) by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(8) The Space National Guard of the United States.''. ``(9) The term `Space National Guard of the United States' means the reserve component of the Space Force all of whose members are members of the Space National Guard.''. ( Space National Guard of the United States: composition ``The Space National Guard of the United States is the reserve component of the Space Force that consists of-- ``(1) federally recognized units and organizations of the Space National Guard; and ``(2) members of the Space National Guard who are also Reserves of the Space Force.

To establish the Space National Guard. a) Establishment.-- (1) In general.--There is established a Space National Guard that is part of the organized militia of the several States and Territories, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia-- (A) in which the Space Force operates; and (B) active and inactive. ( (a) Requirement.--Except as specifically provided by this Act, the Secretary of the Air Force and the Chief of the National Guard Bureau shall implement this Act, and the amendments made by this Act, not later than 18 months after the date of the enactment of this Act. ( b) Briefing Required.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually for the five subsequent years, the Secretary of the Air Force, the Chief of the Space Force, and the Chief of the National Guard Bureau shall jointly provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing on the status of the implementation of the Space National Guard pursuant to this Act and the amendments made by this Act. ( ``(7) The term `Space National Guard of the United States' means the reserve component of the Space Force all of whose members are members of the Space National Guard. ''; and (B) in section 10101-- (i) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by inserting ``the following'' before the colon; and (ii) by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(8) The Space National Guard of the United States.''. ``(9) The term `Space National Guard of the United States' means the reserve component of the Space Force all of whose members are members of the Space National Guard.''. ( b) Reserve Components.--Chapter 1003 of title 10, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by adding at the end the following new sections: ``Sec. Space National Guard: when a component of the Space Force ``The Space National Guard while in the service of the United States is a component of the Space Force. Space National Guard of the United States: status when not in Federal service ``When not on active duty, members of the Space National Guard of the United States shall be administered, armed, equipped, and trained in their status as members of the Space National Guard. '';

To establish the Space National Guard. ESTABLISHMENT OF SPACE NATIONAL GUARD. ( b) Briefing Required.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually for the five subsequent years, the Secretary of the Air Force, the Chief of the Space Force, and the Chief of the National Guard Bureau shall jointly provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing on the status of the implementation of the Space National Guard pursuant to this Act and the amendments made by this Act. (2) Elements.--The briefing required by paragraph (1) shall address-- (A) the current missions, operations and activities, personnel requirements and status, and budget and funding requirements and status of the Space National Guard; and (B) such other matters with respect to the implementation and operation of the Space National Guard as the Secretary and the Chiefs jointly determine appropriate to keep Congress fully and currently informed on the status of the implementation of the Space National Guard. and (B) in section 10101-- (i) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by inserting ``the following'' before the colon; and (ii) by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(8) The Space National Guard of the United States.''. ``(9) The term `Space National Guard of the United States' means the reserve component of the Space Force all of whose members are members of the Space National Guard.''. ( Space National Guard of the United States: composition ``The Space National Guard of the United States is the reserve component of the Space Force that consists of-- ``(1) federally recognized units and organizations of the Space National Guard; and ``(2) members of the Space National Guard who are also Reserves of the Space Force.

To establish the Space National Guard. a) Establishment.-- (1) In general.--There is established a Space National Guard that is part of the organized militia of the several States and Territories, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia-- (A) in which the Space Force operates; and (B) active and inactive. ( (a) Requirement.--Except as specifically provided by this Act, the Secretary of the Air Force and the Chief of the National Guard Bureau shall implement this Act, and the amendments made by this Act, not later than 18 months after the date of the enactment of this Act. ( b) Briefing Required.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually for the five subsequent years, the Secretary of the Air Force, the Chief of the Space Force, and the Chief of the National Guard Bureau shall jointly provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing on the status of the implementation of the Space National Guard pursuant to this Act and the amendments made by this Act. ( ``(7) The term `Space National Guard of the United States' means the reserve component of the Space Force all of whose members are members of the Space National Guard. ''; and (B) in section 10101-- (i) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by inserting ``the following'' before the colon; and (ii) by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(8) The Space National Guard of the United States.''. ``(9) The term `Space National Guard of the United States' means the reserve component of the Space Force all of whose members are members of the Space National Guard.''. ( b) Reserve Components.--Chapter 1003 of title 10, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by adding at the end the following new sections: ``Sec. Space National Guard: when a component of the Space Force ``The Space National Guard while in the service of the United States is a component of the Space Force. Space National Guard of the United States: status when not in Federal service ``When not on active duty, members of the Space National Guard of the United States shall be administered, armed, equipped, and trained in their status as members of the Space National Guard. '';

To establish the Space National Guard. ESTABLISHMENT OF SPACE NATIONAL GUARD. ( b) Briefing Required.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually for the five subsequent years, the Secretary of the Air Force, the Chief of the Space Force, and the Chief of the National Guard Bureau shall jointly provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing on the status of the implementation of the Space National Guard pursuant to this Act and the amendments made by this Act. (2) Elements.--The briefing required by paragraph (1) shall address-- (A) the current missions, operations and activities, personnel requirements and status, and budget and funding requirements and status of the Space National Guard; and (B) such other matters with respect to the implementation and operation of the Space National Guard as the Secretary and the Chiefs jointly determine appropriate to keep Congress fully and currently informed on the status of the implementation of the Space National Guard. and (B) in section 10101-- (i) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by inserting ``the following'' before the colon; and (ii) by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(8) The Space National Guard of the United States.''. ``(9) The term `Space National Guard of the United States' means the reserve component of the Space Force all of whose members are members of the Space National Guard.''. ( Space National Guard of the United States: composition ``The Space National Guard of the United States is the reserve component of the Space Force that consists of-- ``(1) federally recognized units and organizations of the Space National Guard; and ``(2) members of the Space National Guard who are also Reserves of the Space Force.

To establish the Space National Guard. a) Establishment.-- (1) In general.--There is established a Space National Guard that is part of the organized militia of the several States and Territories, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia-- (A) in which the Space Force operates; and (B) active and inactive. ( (a) Requirement.--Except as specifically provided by this Act, the Secretary of the Air Force and the Chief of the National Guard Bureau shall implement this Act, and the amendments made by this Act, not later than 18 months after the date of the enactment of this Act. ( b) Briefing Required.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually for the five subsequent years, the Secretary of the Air Force, the Chief of the Space Force, and the Chief of the National Guard Bureau shall jointly provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing on the status of the implementation of the Space National Guard pursuant to this Act and the amendments made by this Act. ( ``(7) The term `Space National Guard of the United States' means the reserve component of the Space Force all of whose members are members of the Space National Guard. ''; and (B) in section 10101-- (i) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by inserting ``the following'' before the colon; and (ii) by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(8) The Space National Guard of the United States.''. ``(9) The term `Space National Guard of the United States' means the reserve component of the Space Force all of whose members are members of the Space National Guard.''. ( b) Reserve Components.--Chapter 1003 of title 10, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by adding at the end the following new sections: ``Sec. Space National Guard: when a component of the Space Force ``The Space National Guard while in the service of the United States is a component of the Space Force. Space National Guard of the United States: status when not in Federal service ``When not on active duty, members of the Space National Guard of the United States shall be administered, armed, equipped, and trained in their status as members of the Space National Guard. '';

S.2878

International Affairs

This bill provides funding through FY2026 and provides statutory authority for an office and related initiatives within the Department of State to advance U.S. foreign policy concerning the status of women and girls. Specifically, the bill provides statutory authority for an Office of Global Women's Issues. The office, headed by an Ambassador-at-Large for Global Women's Issues, must advise on foreign policy and international programs relating to equal opportunities for and the advancement of women and girls. Additionally, the bill provides statutory authority for the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative, which promotes women in the workforce and otherwise supports economic advancement for women internationally. The bill prohibits the office, ambassador, or initiative from using funding to lobby other countries to change their abortion laws or policies or include abortion as a programmatic requirement. The State Department must report annually on the program, including compliance with the abortion-related funding restrictions.

To codify in statute the establishment of the Office of Global Women's Issues and the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative, 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. OFFICE OF GLOBAL WOMEN'S ISSUES AND THE WOMEN'S GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT AND PROSPERITY INITIATIVE. Chapter 1 of part I of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (22 U.S.C. 2151 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 138. OFFICE OF GLOBAL WOMEN'S ISSUES AND THE WOMEN'S GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT AND PROSPERITY INITIATIVE. ``(a) In General.--The Secretary of State shall establish, in the Office of the Secretary of State, the Office of Global Women's Issues (referred to in this section as the `Office'). ``(b) Purpose; Duties.-- ``(1) Purpose.--The purpose of the Office is to advance equal opportunity for women and the status of women and girls in United States foreign policy. ``(2) Duties.--In carrying out the purpose described in paragraph (1), the Office-- ``(A)(i) shall advise the Secretary of State and provide input on all activities, policies, programs, and funding relating to equal opportunity for women and the advancement of women and girls internationally to all bureaus and offices of the Department of State; and ``(ii) may, as appropriate, provide to the international programs of other Federal agencies input on all activities, policies, programs, and funding relating to equal opportunity for women and the advancement of women and girls internationally; ``(B)(i) shall work to ensure that efforts to advance equal opportunity for women and men and women's and girls' empowerment are fully integrated into the programs, structures, processes, and capacities of all bureaus and offices of the Department of State; and ``(ii) may, as appropriate, work to ensure that efforts to advance equal opportunity for women and men and women's and girls' empowerment are fully integrated into the international programs of other Federal agencies; ``(C) shall implement the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative, in accordance with subsection (c); and ``(D) may not engage in any activities not described in subparagraphs (A) through (C). ``(c) Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative.-- ``(1) Establishment.--The Secretary of State shall establish the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative (referred to in this subsection as the `Initiative') to carry out the activities described in paragraphs (2) through (4). ``(2) Women prospering in the workforce.--The Initiative shall advance women in the workforce by improving their access to quality vocational education and skills training, which will enable them to secure jobs in their local economies. ``(3) Women succeeding as entrepreneurs.--The Initiative shall promote women's entrepreneurship and increasing access to capital, financial services, markets, technical assistance, and mentorship. ``(4) Women enabled in the economy.--The Initiative shall identify and reduce the binding constraints in economic and property laws and practices that prevent women's full and free participation in the global economy and promote foundational legal reforms, including-- ``(A) ensuring that women can fully participate in the workforce and engage in economic activities by-- ``(i) ending impunity for violence against women; ``(ii) ensuring that women have the authority to sign legal documents, such as contracts and court documents; and ``(iii) addressing unequal access to courts and administrative bodies for women, whether officially or through lack of proper enforcement; ``(B) ensuring women's equal access to credit and capital to start and grow their businesses, savings, and investments, including prohibiting discrimination in access to credit on the basis of sex or marital status; ``(C) lifting restrictions on women's right to own, manage, and make decisions relating to the use of property, including repealing limitations on inheritance and ensuring the ability to transfer, purchase, or lease such property; ``(D) addressing constraints on women's freedom of movement, including sex-based restrictions on obtaining passports and identification documents; and ``(E) promoting the free and equal participation of women in the economy with regard to working hours, occupations, and occupational tasks. ``(d) Supervision.--The Office shall be headed by an Ambassador-at- Large for Global Women's Issues and the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative (referred to in this section as the `Ambassador'), who shall-- ``(1) be appointed by the President, with the advice and consent of the Senate; ``(2) report directly to the Secretary; and ``(3) have the rank and status of Ambassador-at-Large. ``(e) Coordination.--United States Government efforts to advance women's economic empowerment globally shall be closely aligned and coordinated with the Initiative. ``(f) Abortion Neutrality.-- ``(1) Prohibitions.--The Office, the Initiative, and the Ambassador may not-- ``(A) lobby other countries, including through multilateral mechanisms and foreign nongovernmental organizations-- ``(i) to change domestic laws or policies with respect to abortion; or ``(ii) to include abortion as a programmatic requirement of any foreign activities; or ``(B) provide Federal funding appropriated for foreign assistance to pay for or to promote abortion. ``(2) Limitations on use of funds.--Amounts appropriated for the Office or the Initiative may not be used-- ``(A) to lobby other countries, including through multilateral mechanisms and foreign nongovernmental organizations-- ``(i) to change domestic laws or policies with respect to abortion; or ``(ii) to include abortion as a programmatic requirement of any foreign activities; or ``(B) to provide Federal foreign assistance funding to pay for or to promote abortion. ``(3) Construction.--Nothing in this subsection may be construed to prevent-- ``(A) the funding of activities for the purpose of treating injuries or illnesses caused by legal or illegal abortions; or ``(B) agencies or officers of the United States from engaging in activities in opposition to policies of coercive abortion or involuntary sterilization. ``(g) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this section, and not less frequently than annually thereafter, the Secretary of State shall-- ``(1) submit a written report to the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate, the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate, the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives, and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives that describes the implementation of this section, including-- ``(A) measures taken to ensure compliance with subsection (f); and ``(B) with respect to funds appropriated pursuant to subsection (h)-- ``(i) amounts awarded to prime recipients and subrecipients since the end of the previous reporting period; and ``(ii) descriptions of each program for which such funds are used; and ``(2) make such report publicly available. ``(h) Funding.-- ``(1) In general.--There shall be reserved to carry out this section, from funds made available for development assistance programs of the United States Agency for International Development, $200,000,000, for each of the fiscal years 2022 through 2026, which shall be-- ``(A) deposited into the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Fund (W-GDP); ``(B) administered by the United States Agency for International Development; ``(C) expended solely for the purpose, duties, and activities set forth in subsections (b) and (c); and ``(D) expended, to the greatest extent practicable, in support of removing legal barriers to women's economic freedom in accordance with the findings of the W-GDP Women's Economic Freedom Index report published by the Council of Economic Advisers in February 2020. ``(2) Requirement.--Notwithstanding paragraph (1), amounts reserved under paragraph (1) for fiscal year 2023, or for any later fiscal year, may not be obligated or expended unless the most recent report submitted pursuant to subsection (g)(1) includes the information required under subparagraphs (A) and (B) of subsection (g)(1). ``(3) Oversight.--The expenditure of amounts reserved under paragraph (1) shall be jointly overseen by-- ``(A) the United States Agency for International Development; ``(B) the Ambassador; and ``(C) the Initiative.''. <all>

A bill to codify in statute the establishment of the Office of Global Women's Issues and the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative, and for other purposes.

A bill to codify in statute the establishment of the Office of Global Women's Issues and the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative, and for other purposes.

Official Titles - Senate Official Title as Introduced A bill to codify in statute the establishment of the Office of Global Women's Issues and the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative, and for other purposes.

Sen. Hagerty, Bill

R

TN

This bill provides funding through FY2026 and provides statutory authority for an office and related initiatives within the Department of State to advance U.S. foreign policy concerning the status of women and girls. Specifically, the bill provides statutory authority for an Office of Global Women's Issues. The office, headed by an Ambassador-at-Large for Global Women's Issues, must advise on foreign policy and international programs relating to equal opportunities for and the advancement of women and girls. Additionally, the bill provides statutory authority for the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative, which promotes women in the workforce and otherwise supports economic advancement for women internationally. The bill prohibits the office, ambassador, or initiative from using funding to lobby other countries to change their abortion laws or policies or include abortion as a programmatic requirement. The State Department must report annually on the program, including compliance with the abortion-related funding restrictions.

2151 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 138. OFFICE OF GLOBAL WOMEN'S ISSUES AND THE WOMEN'S GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT AND PROSPERITY INITIATIVE. ``(b) Purpose; Duties.-- ``(1) Purpose.--The purpose of the Office is to advance equal opportunity for women and the status of women and girls in United States foreign policy. ``(4) Women enabled in the economy.--The Initiative shall identify and reduce the binding constraints in economic and property laws and practices that prevent women's full and free participation in the global economy and promote foundational legal reforms, including-- ``(A) ensuring that women can fully participate in the workforce and engage in economic activities by-- ``(i) ending impunity for violence against women; ``(ii) ensuring that women have the authority to sign legal documents, such as contracts and court documents; and ``(iii) addressing unequal access to courts and administrative bodies for women, whether officially or through lack of proper enforcement; ``(B) ensuring women's equal access to credit and capital to start and grow their businesses, savings, and investments, including prohibiting discrimination in access to credit on the basis of sex or marital status; ``(C) lifting restrictions on women's right to own, manage, and make decisions relating to the use of property, including repealing limitations on inheritance and ensuring the ability to transfer, purchase, or lease such property; ``(D) addressing constraints on women's freedom of movement, including sex-based restrictions on obtaining passports and identification documents; and ``(E) promoting the free and equal participation of women in the economy with regard to working hours, occupations, and occupational tasks. ``(2) Limitations on use of funds.--Amounts appropriated for the Office or the Initiative may not be used-- ``(A) to lobby other countries, including through multilateral mechanisms and foreign nongovernmental organizations-- ``(i) to change domestic laws or policies with respect to abortion; or ``(ii) to include abortion as a programmatic requirement of any foreign activities; or ``(B) to provide Federal foreign assistance funding to pay for or to promote abortion. ``(g) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this section, and not less frequently than annually thereafter, the Secretary of State shall-- ``(1) submit a written report to the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate, the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate, the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives, and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives that describes the implementation of this section, including-- ``(A) measures taken to ensure compliance with subsection (f); and ``(B) with respect to funds appropriated pursuant to subsection (h)-- ``(i) amounts awarded to prime recipients and subrecipients since the end of the previous reporting period; and ``(ii) descriptions of each program for which such funds are used; and ``(2) make such report publicly available. ``(3) Oversight.--The expenditure of amounts reserved under paragraph (1) shall be jointly overseen by-- ``(A) the United States Agency for International Development; ``(B) the Ambassador; and ``(C) the Initiative.''.

OFFICE OF GLOBAL WOMEN'S ISSUES AND THE WOMEN'S GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT AND PROSPERITY INITIATIVE. ``(b) Purpose; Duties.-- ``(1) Purpose.--The purpose of the Office is to advance equal opportunity for women and the status of women and girls in United States foreign policy. ``(2) Limitations on use of funds.--Amounts appropriated for the Office or the Initiative may not be used-- ``(A) to lobby other countries, including through multilateral mechanisms and foreign nongovernmental organizations-- ``(i) to change domestic laws or policies with respect to abortion; or ``(ii) to include abortion as a programmatic requirement of any foreign activities; or ``(B) to provide Federal foreign assistance funding to pay for or to promote abortion. ``(g) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this section, and not less frequently than annually thereafter, the Secretary of State shall-- ``(1) submit a written report to the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate, the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate, the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives, and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives that describes the implementation of this section, including-- ``(A) measures taken to ensure compliance with subsection (f); and ``(B) with respect to funds appropriated pursuant to subsection (h)-- ``(i) amounts awarded to prime recipients and subrecipients since the end of the previous reporting period; and ``(ii) descriptions of each program for which such funds are used; and ``(2) make such report publicly available. ``(3) Oversight.--The expenditure of amounts reserved under paragraph (1) shall be jointly overseen by-- ``(A) the United States Agency for International Development; ``(B) the Ambassador; and ``(C) the Initiative.''.

Chapter 1 of part I of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (22 U.S.C. 2151 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 138. OFFICE OF GLOBAL WOMEN'S ISSUES AND THE WOMEN'S GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT AND PROSPERITY INITIATIVE. ``(b) Purpose; Duties.-- ``(1) Purpose.--The purpose of the Office is to advance equal opportunity for women and the status of women and girls in United States foreign policy. ``(2) Women prospering in the workforce.--The Initiative shall advance women in the workforce by improving their access to quality vocational education and skills training, which will enable them to secure jobs in their local economies. ``(4) Women enabled in the economy.--The Initiative shall identify and reduce the binding constraints in economic and property laws and practices that prevent women's full and free participation in the global economy and promote foundational legal reforms, including-- ``(A) ensuring that women can fully participate in the workforce and engage in economic activities by-- ``(i) ending impunity for violence against women; ``(ii) ensuring that women have the authority to sign legal documents, such as contracts and court documents; and ``(iii) addressing unequal access to courts and administrative bodies for women, whether officially or through lack of proper enforcement; ``(B) ensuring women's equal access to credit and capital to start and grow their businesses, savings, and investments, including prohibiting discrimination in access to credit on the basis of sex or marital status; ``(C) lifting restrictions on women's right to own, manage, and make decisions relating to the use of property, including repealing limitations on inheritance and ensuring the ability to transfer, purchase, or lease such property; ``(D) addressing constraints on women's freedom of movement, including sex-based restrictions on obtaining passports and identification documents; and ``(E) promoting the free and equal participation of women in the economy with regard to working hours, occupations, and occupational tasks. ``(e) Coordination.--United States Government efforts to advance women's economic empowerment globally shall be closely aligned and coordinated with the Initiative. ``(2) Limitations on use of funds.--Amounts appropriated for the Office or the Initiative may not be used-- ``(A) to lobby other countries, including through multilateral mechanisms and foreign nongovernmental organizations-- ``(i) to change domestic laws or policies with respect to abortion; or ``(ii) to include abortion as a programmatic requirement of any foreign activities; or ``(B) to provide Federal foreign assistance funding to pay for or to promote abortion. ``(g) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this section, and not less frequently than annually thereafter, the Secretary of State shall-- ``(1) submit a written report to the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate, the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate, the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives, and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives that describes the implementation of this section, including-- ``(A) measures taken to ensure compliance with subsection (f); and ``(B) with respect to funds appropriated pursuant to subsection (h)-- ``(i) amounts awarded to prime recipients and subrecipients since the end of the previous reporting period; and ``(ii) descriptions of each program for which such funds are used; and ``(2) make such report publicly available. ``(2) Requirement.--Notwithstanding paragraph (1), amounts reserved under paragraph (1) for fiscal year 2023, or for any later fiscal year, may not be obligated or expended unless the most recent report submitted pursuant to subsection (g)(1) includes the information required under subparagraphs (A) and (B) of subsection (g)(1). ``(3) Oversight.--The expenditure of amounts reserved under paragraph (1) shall be jointly overseen by-- ``(A) the United States Agency for International Development; ``(B) the Ambassador; and ``(C) the Initiative.''.

Chapter 1 of part I of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (22 U.S.C. 2151 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 138. OFFICE OF GLOBAL WOMEN'S ISSUES AND THE WOMEN'S GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT AND PROSPERITY INITIATIVE. ``(b) Purpose; Duties.-- ``(1) Purpose.--The purpose of the Office is to advance equal opportunity for women and the status of women and girls in United States foreign policy. ``(2) Women prospering in the workforce.--The Initiative shall advance women in the workforce by improving their access to quality vocational education and skills training, which will enable them to secure jobs in their local economies. ``(3) Women succeeding as entrepreneurs.--The Initiative shall promote women's entrepreneurship and increasing access to capital, financial services, markets, technical assistance, and mentorship. ``(4) Women enabled in the economy.--The Initiative shall identify and reduce the binding constraints in economic and property laws and practices that prevent women's full and free participation in the global economy and promote foundational legal reforms, including-- ``(A) ensuring that women can fully participate in the workforce and engage in economic activities by-- ``(i) ending impunity for violence against women; ``(ii) ensuring that women have the authority to sign legal documents, such as contracts and court documents; and ``(iii) addressing unequal access to courts and administrative bodies for women, whether officially or through lack of proper enforcement; ``(B) ensuring women's equal access to credit and capital to start and grow their businesses, savings, and investments, including prohibiting discrimination in access to credit on the basis of sex or marital status; ``(C) lifting restrictions on women's right to own, manage, and make decisions relating to the use of property, including repealing limitations on inheritance and ensuring the ability to transfer, purchase, or lease such property; ``(D) addressing constraints on women's freedom of movement, including sex-based restrictions on obtaining passports and identification documents; and ``(E) promoting the free and equal participation of women in the economy with regard to working hours, occupations, and occupational tasks. ``(d) Supervision.--The Office shall be headed by an Ambassador-at- Large for Global Women's Issues and the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative (referred to in this section as the `Ambassador'), who shall-- ``(1) be appointed by the President, with the advice and consent of the Senate; ``(2) report directly to the Secretary; and ``(3) have the rank and status of Ambassador-at-Large. ``(e) Coordination.--United States Government efforts to advance women's economic empowerment globally shall be closely aligned and coordinated with the Initiative. ``(2) Limitations on use of funds.--Amounts appropriated for the Office or the Initiative may not be used-- ``(A) to lobby other countries, including through multilateral mechanisms and foreign nongovernmental organizations-- ``(i) to change domestic laws or policies with respect to abortion; or ``(ii) to include abortion as a programmatic requirement of any foreign activities; or ``(B) to provide Federal foreign assistance funding to pay for or to promote abortion. ``(3) Construction.--Nothing in this subsection may be construed to prevent-- ``(A) the funding of activities for the purpose of treating injuries or illnesses caused by legal or illegal abortions; or ``(B) agencies or officers of the United States from engaging in activities in opposition to policies of coercive abortion or involuntary sterilization. ``(g) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this section, and not less frequently than annually thereafter, the Secretary of State shall-- ``(1) submit a written report to the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate, the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate, the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives, and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives that describes the implementation of this section, including-- ``(A) measures taken to ensure compliance with subsection (f); and ``(B) with respect to funds appropriated pursuant to subsection (h)-- ``(i) amounts awarded to prime recipients and subrecipients since the end of the previous reporting period; and ``(ii) descriptions of each program for which such funds are used; and ``(2) make such report publicly available. ``(h) Funding.-- ``(1) In general.--There shall be reserved to carry out this section, from funds made available for development assistance programs of the United States Agency for International Development, $200,000,000, for each of the fiscal years 2022 through 2026, which shall be-- ``(A) deposited into the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Fund (W-GDP); ``(B) administered by the United States Agency for International Development; ``(C) expended solely for the purpose, duties, and activities set forth in subsections (b) and (c); and ``(D) expended, to the greatest extent practicable, in support of removing legal barriers to women's economic freedom in accordance with the findings of the W-GDP Women's Economic Freedom Index report published by the Council of Economic Advisers in February 2020. ``(2) Requirement.--Notwithstanding paragraph (1), amounts reserved under paragraph (1) for fiscal year 2023, or for any later fiscal year, may not be obligated or expended unless the most recent report submitted pursuant to subsection (g)(1) includes the information required under subparagraphs (A) and (B) of subsection (g)(1). ``(3) Oversight.--The expenditure of amounts reserved under paragraph (1) shall be jointly overseen by-- ``(A) the United States Agency for International Development; ``(B) the Ambassador; and ``(C) the Initiative.''.

To codify in statute the establishment of the Office of Global Women's Issues and the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--The Secretary of State shall establish, in the Office of the Secretary of State, the Office of Global Women's Issues (referred to in this section as the `Office'). ``(c) Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative.-- ``(1) Establishment.--The Secretary of State shall establish the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative (referred to in this subsection as the `Initiative') to carry out the activities described in paragraphs (2) through (4). ``(2) Women prospering in the workforce.--The Initiative shall advance women in the workforce by improving their access to quality vocational education and skills training, which will enable them to secure jobs in their local economies. ``(3) Women succeeding as entrepreneurs.--The Initiative shall promote women's entrepreneurship and increasing access to capital, financial services, markets, technical assistance, and mentorship. ``(d) Supervision.--The Office shall be headed by an Ambassador-at- Large for Global Women's Issues and the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative (referred to in this section as the `Ambassador'), who shall-- ``(1) be appointed by the President, with the advice and consent of the Senate; ``(2) report directly to the Secretary; and ``(3) have the rank and status of Ambassador-at-Large. ``(f) Abortion Neutrality.-- ``(1) Prohibitions.--The Office, the Initiative, and the Ambassador may not-- ``(A) lobby other countries, including through multilateral mechanisms and foreign nongovernmental organizations-- ``(i) to change domestic laws or policies with respect to abortion; or ``(ii) to include abortion as a programmatic requirement of any foreign activities; or ``(B) provide Federal funding appropriated for foreign assistance to pay for or to promote abortion. ``(3) Construction.--Nothing in this subsection may be construed to prevent-- ``(A) the funding of activities for the purpose of treating injuries or illnesses caused by legal or illegal abortions; or ``(B) agencies or officers of the United States from engaging in activities in opposition to policies of coercive abortion or involuntary sterilization. ``(2) Requirement.--Notwithstanding paragraph (1), amounts reserved under paragraph (1) for fiscal year 2023, or for any later fiscal year, may not be obligated or expended unless the most recent report submitted pursuant to subsection (g)(1) includes the information required under subparagraphs (A) and (B) of subsection (g)(1). ``(3) Oversight.--The expenditure of amounts reserved under paragraph (1) shall be jointly overseen by-- ``(A) the United States Agency for International Development; ``(B) the Ambassador; and ``(C) the Initiative.''.

To codify in statute the establishment of the Office of Global Women's Issues and the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--The Secretary of State shall establish, in the Office of the Secretary of State, the Office of Global Women's Issues (referred to in this section as the `Office'). ``(c) Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative.-- ``(1) Establishment.--The Secretary of State shall establish the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative (referred to in this subsection as the `Initiative') to carry out the activities described in paragraphs (2) through (4). ``(2) Women prospering in the workforce.--The Initiative shall advance women in the workforce by improving their access to quality vocational education and skills training, which will enable them to secure jobs in their local economies. ``(d) Supervision.--The Office shall be headed by an Ambassador-at- Large for Global Women's Issues and the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative (referred to in this section as the `Ambassador'), who shall-- ``(1) be appointed by the President, with the advice and consent of the Senate; ``(2) report directly to the Secretary; and ``(3) have the rank and status of Ambassador-at-Large. ``(2) Limitations on use of funds.--Amounts appropriated for the Office or the Initiative may not be used-- ``(A) to lobby other countries, including through multilateral mechanisms and foreign nongovernmental organizations-- ``(i) to change domestic laws or policies with respect to abortion; or ``(ii) to include abortion as a programmatic requirement of any foreign activities; or ``(B) to provide Federal foreign assistance funding to pay for or to promote abortion. ``(2) Requirement.--Notwithstanding paragraph (1), amounts reserved under paragraph (1) for fiscal year 2023, or for any later fiscal year, may not be obligated or expended unless the most recent report submitted pursuant to subsection (g)(1) includes the information required under subparagraphs (A) and (B) of subsection (g)(1). ``(3) Oversight.--The expenditure of amounts reserved under paragraph (1) shall be jointly overseen by-- ``(A) the United States Agency for International Development; ``(B) the Ambassador; and ``(C) the Initiative.''.

To codify in statute the establishment of the Office of Global Women's Issues and the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--The Secretary of State shall establish, in the Office of the Secretary of State, the Office of Global Women's Issues (referred to in this section as the `Office'). ``(c) Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative.-- ``(1) Establishment.--The Secretary of State shall establish the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative (referred to in this subsection as the `Initiative') to carry out the activities described in paragraphs (2) through (4). ``(2) Women prospering in the workforce.--The Initiative shall advance women in the workforce by improving their access to quality vocational education and skills training, which will enable them to secure jobs in their local economies. ``(d) Supervision.--The Office shall be headed by an Ambassador-at- Large for Global Women's Issues and the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative (referred to in this section as the `Ambassador'), who shall-- ``(1) be appointed by the President, with the advice and consent of the Senate; ``(2) report directly to the Secretary; and ``(3) have the rank and status of Ambassador-at-Large. ``(2) Limitations on use of funds.--Amounts appropriated for the Office or the Initiative may not be used-- ``(A) to lobby other countries, including through multilateral mechanisms and foreign nongovernmental organizations-- ``(i) to change domestic laws or policies with respect to abortion; or ``(ii) to include abortion as a programmatic requirement of any foreign activities; or ``(B) to provide Federal foreign assistance funding to pay for or to promote abortion. ``(2) Requirement.--Notwithstanding paragraph (1), amounts reserved under paragraph (1) for fiscal year 2023, or for any later fiscal year, may not be obligated or expended unless the most recent report submitted pursuant to subsection (g)(1) includes the information required under subparagraphs (A) and (B) of subsection (g)(1). ``(3) Oversight.--The expenditure of amounts reserved under paragraph (1) shall be jointly overseen by-- ``(A) the United States Agency for International Development; ``(B) the Ambassador; and ``(C) the Initiative.''.

To codify in statute the establishment of the Office of Global Women's Issues and the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--The Secretary of State shall establish, in the Office of the Secretary of State, the Office of Global Women's Issues (referred to in this section as the `Office'). ``(c) Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative.-- ``(1) Establishment.--The Secretary of State shall establish the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative (referred to in this subsection as the `Initiative') to carry out the activities described in paragraphs (2) through (4). ``(2) Women prospering in the workforce.--The Initiative shall advance women in the workforce by improving their access to quality vocational education and skills training, which will enable them to secure jobs in their local economies. ``(3) Women succeeding as entrepreneurs.--The Initiative shall promote women's entrepreneurship and increasing access to capital, financial services, markets, technical assistance, and mentorship. ``(d) Supervision.--The Office shall be headed by an Ambassador-at- Large for Global Women's Issues and the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative (referred to in this section as the `Ambassador'), who shall-- ``(1) be appointed by the President, with the advice and consent of the Senate; ``(2) report directly to the Secretary; and ``(3) have the rank and status of Ambassador-at-Large. ``(f) Abortion Neutrality.-- ``(1) Prohibitions.--The Office, the Initiative, and the Ambassador may not-- ``(A) lobby other countries, including through multilateral mechanisms and foreign nongovernmental organizations-- ``(i) to change domestic laws or policies with respect to abortion; or ``(ii) to include abortion as a programmatic requirement of any foreign activities; or ``(B) provide Federal funding appropriated for foreign assistance to pay for or to promote abortion. ``(3) Construction.--Nothing in this subsection may be construed to prevent-- ``(A) the funding of activities for the purpose of treating injuries or illnesses caused by legal or illegal abortions; or ``(B) agencies or officers of the United States from engaging in activities in opposition to policies of coercive abortion or involuntary sterilization. ``(2) Requirement.--Notwithstanding paragraph (1), amounts reserved under paragraph (1) for fiscal year 2023, or for any later fiscal year, may not be obligated or expended unless the most recent report submitted pursuant to subsection (g)(1) includes the information required under subparagraphs (A) and (B) of subsection (g)(1). ``(3) Oversight.--The expenditure of amounts reserved under paragraph (1) shall be jointly overseen by-- ``(A) the United States Agency for International Development; ``(B) the Ambassador; and ``(C) the Initiative.''.

To codify in statute the establishment of the Office of Global Women's Issues and the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--The Secretary of State shall establish, in the Office of the Secretary of State, the Office of Global Women's Issues (referred to in this section as the `Office'). ``(c) Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative.-- ``(1) Establishment.--The Secretary of State shall establish the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative (referred to in this subsection as the `Initiative') to carry out the activities described in paragraphs (2) through (4). ``(2) Women prospering in the workforce.--The Initiative shall advance women in the workforce by improving their access to quality vocational education and skills training, which will enable them to secure jobs in their local economies. ``(d) Supervision.--The Office shall be headed by an Ambassador-at- Large for Global Women's Issues and the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative (referred to in this section as the `Ambassador'), who shall-- ``(1) be appointed by the President, with the advice and consent of the Senate; ``(2) report directly to the Secretary; and ``(3) have the rank and status of Ambassador-at-Large. ``(2) Limitations on use of funds.--Amounts appropriated for the Office or the Initiative may not be used-- ``(A) to lobby other countries, including through multilateral mechanisms and foreign nongovernmental organizations-- ``(i) to change domestic laws or policies with respect to abortion; or ``(ii) to include abortion as a programmatic requirement of any foreign activities; or ``(B) to provide Federal foreign assistance funding to pay for or to promote abortion. ``(2) Requirement.--Notwithstanding paragraph (1), amounts reserved under paragraph (1) for fiscal year 2023, or for any later fiscal year, may not be obligated or expended unless the most recent report submitted pursuant to subsection (g)(1) includes the information required under subparagraphs (A) and (B) of subsection (g)(1). ``(3) Oversight.--The expenditure of amounts reserved under paragraph (1) shall be jointly overseen by-- ``(A) the United States Agency for International Development; ``(B) the Ambassador; and ``(C) the Initiative.''.

To codify in statute the establishment of the Office of Global Women's Issues and the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--The Secretary of State shall establish, in the Office of the Secretary of State, the Office of Global Women's Issues (referred to in this section as the `Office'). ``(c) Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative.-- ``(1) Establishment.--The Secretary of State shall establish the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative (referred to in this subsection as the `Initiative') to carry out the activities described in paragraphs (2) through (4). ``(2) Women prospering in the workforce.--The Initiative shall advance women in the workforce by improving their access to quality vocational education and skills training, which will enable them to secure jobs in their local economies. ``(3) Women succeeding as entrepreneurs.--The Initiative shall promote women's entrepreneurship and increasing access to capital, financial services, markets, technical assistance, and mentorship. ``(d) Supervision.--The Office shall be headed by an Ambassador-at- Large for Global Women's Issues and the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative (referred to in this section as the `Ambassador'), who shall-- ``(1) be appointed by the President, with the advice and consent of the Senate; ``(2) report directly to the Secretary; and ``(3) have the rank and status of Ambassador-at-Large. ``(f) Abortion Neutrality.-- ``(1) Prohibitions.--The Office, the Initiative, and the Ambassador may not-- ``(A) lobby other countries, including through multilateral mechanisms and foreign nongovernmental organizations-- ``(i) to change domestic laws or policies with respect to abortion; or ``(ii) to include abortion as a programmatic requirement of any foreign activities; or ``(B) provide Federal funding appropriated for foreign assistance to pay for or to promote abortion. ``(3) Construction.--Nothing in this subsection may be construed to prevent-- ``(A) the funding of activities for the purpose of treating injuries or illnesses caused by legal or illegal abortions; or ``(B) agencies or officers of the United States from engaging in activities in opposition to policies of coercive abortion or involuntary sterilization. ``(2) Requirement.--Notwithstanding paragraph (1), amounts reserved under paragraph (1) for fiscal year 2023, or for any later fiscal year, may not be obligated or expended unless the most recent report submitted pursuant to subsection (g)(1) includes the information required under subparagraphs (A) and (B) of subsection (g)(1). ``(3) Oversight.--The expenditure of amounts reserved under paragraph (1) shall be jointly overseen by-- ``(A) the United States Agency for International Development; ``(B) the Ambassador; and ``(C) the Initiative.''.

To codify in statute the establishment of the Office of Global Women's Issues and the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--The Secretary of State shall establish, in the Office of the Secretary of State, the Office of Global Women's Issues (referred to in this section as the `Office'). ``(c) Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative.-- ``(1) Establishment.--The Secretary of State shall establish the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative (referred to in this subsection as the `Initiative') to carry out the activities described in paragraphs (2) through (4). ``(2) Women prospering in the workforce.--The Initiative shall advance women in the workforce by improving their access to quality vocational education and skills training, which will enable them to secure jobs in their local economies. ``(d) Supervision.--The Office shall be headed by an Ambassador-at- Large for Global Women's Issues and the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative (referred to in this section as the `Ambassador'), who shall-- ``(1) be appointed by the President, with the advice and consent of the Senate; ``(2) report directly to the Secretary; and ``(3) have the rank and status of Ambassador-at-Large. ``(2) Limitations on use of funds.--Amounts appropriated for the Office or the Initiative may not be used-- ``(A) to lobby other countries, including through multilateral mechanisms and foreign nongovernmental organizations-- ``(i) to change domestic laws or policies with respect to abortion; or ``(ii) to include abortion as a programmatic requirement of any foreign activities; or ``(B) to provide Federal foreign assistance funding to pay for or to promote abortion. ``(2) Requirement.--Notwithstanding paragraph (1), amounts reserved under paragraph (1) for fiscal year 2023, or for any later fiscal year, may not be obligated or expended unless the most recent report submitted pursuant to subsection (g)(1) includes the information required under subparagraphs (A) and (B) of subsection (g)(1). ``(3) Oversight.--The expenditure of amounts reserved under paragraph (1) shall be jointly overseen by-- ``(A) the United States Agency for International Development; ``(B) the Ambassador; and ``(C) the Initiative.''.

To codify in statute the establishment of the Office of Global Women's Issues and the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--The Secretary of State shall establish, in the Office of the Secretary of State, the Office of Global Women's Issues (referred to in this section as the `Office'). ``(c) Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative.-- ``(1) Establishment.--The Secretary of State shall establish the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative (referred to in this subsection as the `Initiative') to carry out the activities described in paragraphs (2) through (4). ``(2) Women prospering in the workforce.--The Initiative shall advance women in the workforce by improving their access to quality vocational education and skills training, which will enable them to secure jobs in their local economies. ``(3) Women succeeding as entrepreneurs.--The Initiative shall promote women's entrepreneurship and increasing access to capital, financial services, markets, technical assistance, and mentorship. ``(d) Supervision.--The Office shall be headed by an Ambassador-at- Large for Global Women's Issues and the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative (referred to in this section as the `Ambassador'), who shall-- ``(1) be appointed by the President, with the advice and consent of the Senate; ``(2) report directly to the Secretary; and ``(3) have the rank and status of Ambassador-at-Large. ``(f) Abortion Neutrality.-- ``(1) Prohibitions.--The Office, the Initiative, and the Ambassador may not-- ``(A) lobby other countries, including through multilateral mechanisms and foreign nongovernmental organizations-- ``(i) to change domestic laws or policies with respect to abortion; or ``(ii) to include abortion as a programmatic requirement of any foreign activities; or ``(B) provide Federal funding appropriated for foreign assistance to pay for or to promote abortion. ``(3) Construction.--Nothing in this subsection may be construed to prevent-- ``(A) the funding of activities for the purpose of treating injuries or illnesses caused by legal or illegal abortions; or ``(B) agencies or officers of the United States from engaging in activities in opposition to policies of coercive abortion or involuntary sterilization. ``(2) Requirement.--Notwithstanding paragraph (1), amounts reserved under paragraph (1) for fiscal year 2023, or for any later fiscal year, may not be obligated or expended unless the most recent report submitted pursuant to subsection (g)(1) includes the information required under subparagraphs (A) and (B) of subsection (g)(1). ``(3) Oversight.--The expenditure of amounts reserved under paragraph (1) shall be jointly overseen by-- ``(A) the United States Agency for International Development; ``(B) the Ambassador; and ``(C) the Initiative.''.

To codify in statute the establishment of the Office of Global Women's Issues and the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--The Secretary of State shall establish, in the Office of the Secretary of State, the Office of Global Women's Issues (referred to in this section as the `Office'). ``(c) Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative.-- ``(1) Establishment.--The Secretary of State shall establish the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative (referred to in this subsection as the `Initiative') to carry out the activities described in paragraphs (2) through (4). ``(2) Women prospering in the workforce.--The Initiative shall advance women in the workforce by improving their access to quality vocational education and skills training, which will enable them to secure jobs in their local economies. ``(d) Supervision.--The Office shall be headed by an Ambassador-at- Large for Global Women's Issues and the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative (referred to in this section as the `Ambassador'), who shall-- ``(1) be appointed by the President, with the advice and consent of the Senate; ``(2) report directly to the Secretary; and ``(3) have the rank and status of Ambassador-at-Large. ``(2) Limitations on use of funds.--Amounts appropriated for the Office or the Initiative may not be used-- ``(A) to lobby other countries, including through multilateral mechanisms and foreign nongovernmental organizations-- ``(i) to change domestic laws or policies with respect to abortion; or ``(ii) to include abortion as a programmatic requirement of any foreign activities; or ``(B) to provide Federal foreign assistance funding to pay for or to promote abortion. ``(2) Requirement.--Notwithstanding paragraph (1), amounts reserved under paragraph (1) for fiscal year 2023, or for any later fiscal year, may not be obligated or expended unless the most recent report submitted pursuant to subsection (g)(1) includes the information required under subparagraphs (A) and (B) of subsection (g)(1). ``(3) Oversight.--The expenditure of amounts reserved under paragraph (1) shall be jointly overseen by-- ``(A) the United States Agency for International Development; ``(B) the Ambassador; and ``(C) the Initiative.''.

To codify in statute the establishment of the Office of Global Women's Issues and the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative, and for other purposes. ``(d) Supervision.--The Office shall be headed by an Ambassador-at- Large for Global Women's Issues and the Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative (referred to in this section as the `Ambassador'), who shall-- ``(1) be appointed by the President, with the advice and consent of the Senate; ``(2) report directly to the Secretary; and ``(3) have the rank and status of Ambassador-at-Large. ``(f) Abortion Neutrality.-- ``(1) Prohibitions.--The Office, the Initiative, and the Ambassador may not-- ``(A) lobby other countries, including through multilateral mechanisms and foreign nongovernmental organizations-- ``(i) to change domestic laws or policies with respect to abortion; or ``(ii) to include abortion as a programmatic requirement of any foreign activities; or ``(B) provide Federal funding appropriated for foreign assistance to pay for or to promote abortion. ``(3) Construction.--Nothing in this subsection may be construed to prevent-- ``(A) the funding of activities for the purpose of treating injuries or illnesses caused by legal or illegal abortions; or ``(B) agencies or officers of the United States from engaging in activities in opposition to policies of coercive abortion or involuntary sterilization.

H.J.Res.12

Congress

This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment limiting Representatives to three terms and Senators to two terms. Terms beginning before the ratification of this amendment do not count towards these term limits.

117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. J. RES. 12 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to limit the number of terms that a Member of Congress may serve. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES January 4, 2021 Mr. Norman (for himself, Mr. Gaetz, Mr. Brooks, Mr. Massie, Mr. Joyce of Pennsylvania, Mr. Perry, Mr. Bacon, Mr. Duncan, Mr. Reschenthaler, Mr. Budd, Mr. Biggs, Mr. Zeldin, Mr. Gooden of Texas, Mr. Steube, Mrs. Lesko, Mr. Schweikert, Mr. Davidson, Mr. Bishop of North Carolina, Mr. Murphy of North Carolina, and Mr. Jackson) submitted the following joint resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary _______________________________________________________________________ JOINT RESOLUTION Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to limit the number of terms that a Member of Congress may serve. Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled (two-thirds of each House concurring therein), That the following article is proposed as an amendment to the Constitution of the United States, which shall be valid to all intents and purposes as part of the Constitution when ratified by the legislatures of three-fourths of the several States within seven years after the date of its submission for ratification: ``Article-- ``Section 1. No person who has served 3 terms as a Representative shall be eligible for election to the House of Representatives. For purposes of this section, the election of a person to fill a vacancy in the House of Representatives shall be included as 1 term in determining the number of terms that such person has served as a Representative if the person fills the vacancy for more than 1 year. ``Section 2. No person who has served 2 terms as a Senator shall be eligible for election or appointment to the Senate. For purposes of this section, the election or appointment of a person to fill a vacancy in the Senate shall be included as 1 term in determining the number of terms that such person has served as a Senator if the person fills the vacancy for more than 3 years. ``Section 3. No term beginning before the date of the ratification of this article shall be taken into account in determining eligibility for election or appointment under this article.''. <all>

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to limit the number of terms that a Member of Congress may serve.

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to limit the number of terms that a Member of Congress may serve.

Official Titles - House of Representatives Official Title as Introduced Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to limit the number of terms that a Member of Congress may serve.

Rep. Norman, Ralph

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SC

This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment limiting Representatives to three terms and Senators to two terms. Terms beginning before the ratification of this amendment do not count towards these term limits.

117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. J. RES. 12 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to limit the number of terms that a Member of Congress may serve. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES January 4, 2021 Mr. Norman (for himself, Mr. Gaetz, Mr. Brooks, Mr. Massie, Mr. Joyce of Pennsylvania, Mr. Perry, Mr. Bacon, Mr. Duncan, Mr. Reschenthaler, Mr. Budd, Mr. Biggs, Mr. Zeldin, Mr. Gooden of Texas, Mr. Steube, Mrs. Lesko, Mr. Schweikert, Mr. Davidson, Mr. Bishop of North Carolina, Mr. Murphy of North Carolina, and Mr. Jackson) submitted the following joint resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary _______________________________________________________________________ JOINT RESOLUTION Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to limit the number of terms that a Member of Congress may serve. Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled (two-thirds of each House concurring therein), That the following article is proposed as an amendment to the Constitution of the United States, which shall be valid to all intents and purposes as part of the Constitution when ratified by the legislatures of three-fourths of the several States within seven years after the date of its submission for ratification: ``Article-- ``Section 1. No person who has served 3 terms as a Representative shall be eligible for election to the House of Representatives. For purposes of this section, the election of a person to fill a vacancy in the House of Representatives shall be included as 1 term in determining the number of terms that such person has served as a Representative if the person fills the vacancy for more than 1 year. ``Section 2. No person who has served 2 terms as a Senator shall be eligible for election or appointment to the Senate. For purposes of this section, the election or appointment of a person to fill a vacancy in the Senate shall be included as 1 term in determining the number of terms that such person has served as a Senator if the person fills the vacancy for more than 3 years. ``Section 3. No term beginning before the date of the ratification of this article shall be taken into account in determining eligibility for election or appointment under this article.''. <all>

117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. J. RES. 12 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to limit the number of terms that a Member of Congress may serve. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES January 4, 2021 Mr. Norman (for himself, Mr. Gaetz, Mr. Brooks, Mr. Massie, Mr. Joyce of Pennsylvania, Mr. Perry, Mr. Bacon, Mr. Duncan, Mr. Reschenthaler, Mr. Budd, Mr. Biggs, Mr. Zeldin, Mr. Gooden of Texas, Mr. Steube, Mrs. Lesko, Mr. Schweikert, Mr. Davidson, Mr. Bishop of North Carolina, Mr. Murphy of North Carolina, and Mr. Jackson) submitted the following joint resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary _______________________________________________________________________ JOINT RESOLUTION Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to limit the number of terms that a Member of Congress may serve. Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled (two-thirds of each House concurring therein), That the following article is proposed as an amendment to the Constitution of the United States, which shall be valid to all intents and purposes as part of the Constitution when ratified by the legislatures of three-fourths of the several States within seven years after the date of its submission for ratification: ``Article-- ``Section 1. No person who has served 3 terms as a Representative shall be eligible for election to the House of Representatives. For purposes of this section, the election of a person to fill a vacancy in the House of Representatives shall be included as 1 term in determining the number of terms that such person has served as a Representative if the person fills the vacancy for more than 1 year. ``Section 2. No person who has served 2 terms as a Senator shall be eligible for election or appointment to the Senate. ``Section 3. No term beginning before the date of the ratification of this article shall be taken into account in determining eligibility for election or appointment under this article.''.

117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. J. RES. 12 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to limit the number of terms that a Member of Congress may serve. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES January 4, 2021 Mr. Norman (for himself, Mr. Gaetz, Mr. Brooks, Mr. Massie, Mr. Joyce of Pennsylvania, Mr. Perry, Mr. Bacon, Mr. Duncan, Mr. Reschenthaler, Mr. Budd, Mr. Biggs, Mr. Zeldin, Mr. Gooden of Texas, Mr. Steube, Mrs. Lesko, Mr. Schweikert, Mr. Davidson, Mr. Bishop of North Carolina, Mr. Murphy of North Carolina, and Mr. Jackson) submitted the following joint resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary _______________________________________________________________________ JOINT RESOLUTION Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to limit the number of terms that a Member of Congress may serve. Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled (two-thirds of each House concurring therein), That the following article is proposed as an amendment to the Constitution of the United States, which shall be valid to all intents and purposes as part of the Constitution when ratified by the legislatures of three-fourths of the several States within seven years after the date of its submission for ratification: ``Article-- ``Section 1. No person who has served 3 terms as a Representative shall be eligible for election to the House of Representatives. For purposes of this section, the election of a person to fill a vacancy in the House of Representatives shall be included as 1 term in determining the number of terms that such person has served as a Representative if the person fills the vacancy for more than 1 year. ``Section 2. No person who has served 2 terms as a Senator shall be eligible for election or appointment to the Senate. For purposes of this section, the election or appointment of a person to fill a vacancy in the Senate shall be included as 1 term in determining the number of terms that such person has served as a Senator if the person fills the vacancy for more than 3 years. ``Section 3. No term beginning before the date of the ratification of this article shall be taken into account in determining eligibility for election or appointment under this article.''. <all>

117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. J. RES. 12 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to limit the number of terms that a Member of Congress may serve. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES January 4, 2021 Mr. Norman (for himself, Mr. Gaetz, Mr. Brooks, Mr. Massie, Mr. Joyce of Pennsylvania, Mr. Perry, Mr. Bacon, Mr. Duncan, Mr. Reschenthaler, Mr. Budd, Mr. Biggs, Mr. Zeldin, Mr. Gooden of Texas, Mr. Steube, Mrs. Lesko, Mr. Schweikert, Mr. Davidson, Mr. Bishop of North Carolina, Mr. Murphy of North Carolina, and Mr. Jackson) submitted the following joint resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary _______________________________________________________________________ JOINT RESOLUTION Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to limit the number of terms that a Member of Congress may serve. Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled (two-thirds of each House concurring therein), That the following article is proposed as an amendment to the Constitution of the United States, which shall be valid to all intents and purposes as part of the Constitution when ratified by the legislatures of three-fourths of the several States within seven years after the date of its submission for ratification: ``Article-- ``Section 1. No person who has served 3 terms as a Representative shall be eligible for election to the House of Representatives. For purposes of this section, the election of a person to fill a vacancy in the House of Representatives shall be included as 1 term in determining the number of terms that such person has served as a Representative if the person fills the vacancy for more than 1 year. ``Section 2. No person who has served 2 terms as a Senator shall be eligible for election or appointment to the Senate. For purposes of this section, the election or appointment of a person to fill a vacancy in the Senate shall be included as 1 term in determining the number of terms that such person has served as a Senator if the person fills the vacancy for more than 3 years. ``Section 3. No term beginning before the date of the ratification of this article shall be taken into account in determining eligibility for election or appointment under this article.''. <all>

117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. J. RES. Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled (two-thirds of each House concurring therein), That the following article is proposed as an amendment to the Constitution of the United States, which shall be valid to all intents and purposes as part of the Constitution when ratified by the legislatures of three-fourths of the several States within seven years after the date of its submission for ratification: ``Article-- ``Section 1. For purposes of this section, the election of a person to fill a vacancy in the House of Representatives shall be included as 1 term in determining the number of terms that such person has served as a Representative if the person fills the vacancy for more than 1 year. For purposes of this section, the election or appointment of a person to fill a vacancy in the Senate shall be included as 1 term in determining the number of terms that such person has served as a Senator if the person fills the vacancy for more than 3 years.

117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. J. RES. For purposes of this section, the election of a person to fill a vacancy in the House of Representatives shall be included as 1 term in determining the number of terms that such person has served as a Representative if the person fills the vacancy for more than 1 year. No term beginning before the date of the ratification of this article shall be taken into account in determining eligibility for election or appointment under this article.''.

117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. J. RES. For purposes of this section, the election of a person to fill a vacancy in the House of Representatives shall be included as 1 term in determining the number of terms that such person has served as a Representative if the person fills the vacancy for more than 1 year. No term beginning before the date of the ratification of this article shall be taken into account in determining eligibility for election or appointment under this article.''.

117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. J. RES. Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled (two-thirds of each House concurring therein), That the following article is proposed as an amendment to the Constitution of the United States, which shall be valid to all intents and purposes as part of the Constitution when ratified by the legislatures of three-fourths of the several States within seven years after the date of its submission for ratification: ``Article-- ``Section 1. For purposes of this section, the election of a person to fill a vacancy in the House of Representatives shall be included as 1 term in determining the number of terms that such person has served as a Representative if the person fills the vacancy for more than 1 year. For purposes of this section, the election or appointment of a person to fill a vacancy in the Senate shall be included as 1 term in determining the number of terms that such person has served as a Senator if the person fills the vacancy for more than 3 years.

117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. J. RES. For purposes of this section, the election of a person to fill a vacancy in the House of Representatives shall be included as 1 term in determining the number of terms that such person has served as a Representative if the person fills the vacancy for more than 1 year. No term beginning before the date of the ratification of this article shall be taken into account in determining eligibility for election or appointment under this article.''.

117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. J. RES. Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled (two-thirds of each House concurring therein), That the following article is proposed as an amendment to the Constitution of the United States, which shall be valid to all intents and purposes as part of the Constitution when ratified by the legislatures of three-fourths of the several States within seven years after the date of its submission for ratification: ``Article-- ``Section 1. For purposes of this section, the election of a person to fill a vacancy in the House of Representatives shall be included as 1 term in determining the number of terms that such person has served as a Representative if the person fills the vacancy for more than 1 year. For purposes of this section, the election or appointment of a person to fill a vacancy in the Senate shall be included as 1 term in determining the number of terms that such person has served as a Senator if the person fills the vacancy for more than 3 years.

117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. J. RES. For purposes of this section, the election of a person to fill a vacancy in the House of Representatives shall be included as 1 term in determining the number of terms that such person has served as a Representative if the person fills the vacancy for more than 1 year. No term beginning before the date of the ratification of this article shall be taken into account in determining eligibility for election or appointment under this article.''.

117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. J. RES. Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled (two-thirds of each House concurring therein), That the following article is proposed as an amendment to the Constitution of the United States, which shall be valid to all intents and purposes as part of the Constitution when ratified by the legislatures of three-fourths of the several States within seven years after the date of its submission for ratification: ``Article-- ``Section 1. For purposes of this section, the election of a person to fill a vacancy in the House of Representatives shall be included as 1 term in determining the number of terms that such person has served as a Representative if the person fills the vacancy for more than 1 year. For purposes of this section, the election or appointment of a person to fill a vacancy in the Senate shall be included as 1 term in determining the number of terms that such person has served as a Senator if the person fills the vacancy for more than 3 years.

117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. J. RES. For purposes of this section, the election of a person to fill a vacancy in the House of Representatives shall be included as 1 term in determining the number of terms that such person has served as a Representative if the person fills the vacancy for more than 1 year. No term beginning before the date of the ratification of this article shall be taken into account in determining eligibility for election or appointment under this article.''.

117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. J. RES. Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled (two-thirds of each House concurring therein), That the following article is proposed as an amendment to the Constitution of the United States, which shall be valid to all intents and purposes as part of the Constitution when ratified by the legislatures of three-fourths of the several States within seven years after the date of its submission for ratification: ``Article-- ``Section 1. For purposes of this section, the election of a person to fill a vacancy in the House of Representatives shall be included as 1 term in determining the number of terms that such person has served as a Representative if the person fills the vacancy for more than 1 year. For purposes of this section, the election or appointment of a person to fill a vacancy in the Senate shall be included as 1 term in determining the number of terms that such person has served as a Senator if the person fills the vacancy for more than 3 years.

S.4382

Finance and Financial Sector

LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games Commemorative Coin Act This bill directs the Department of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, California. All surcharges received by Treasury from the sale of the coins shall be promptly paid by Treasury to the United States Olympic and Paralympic Properties for the objects and purposes related to the hosting of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games and to aid in the execution of its legacy programs, including the promotion of youth sports in the United States. Treasury is encouraged to develop and execute a marketing and educational program to promote and sell the coins.

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, California. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games Commemorative Coin Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) The 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, officially known as the Games of the XXXIV Olympiad or ``LA28'', will be held in Los Angeles, California. (2) This will be the first time the Olympic and Paralympic Games have been held in the United States in 26 years. (3) The United States has hosted the modern Olympic Games 9 times, with the 2028 Games becoming the third time Los Angeles will host the summer Olympic Games. (4) The Paralympic Games will celebrate its 80th anniversary in 2028, with Los Angeles hosting the Paralympic Games for the first time. (5) Unlike some other countries, Olympic Games in the United States are privately funded. The LA28 Games maintain this model with its revenue generated by corporate partners, broadcast rights, licensing, hospitality and ticket sales. (6) With Los Angeles hosting the Paralympic Games for the first time in 2028, the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games Commemorative Coin Program has the opportunity to increase awareness and create more inclusivity for people with disabilities with the creation of a single, unifying coin to commemorate the Games. SEC. 3. COIN SPECIFICATIONS. (a) Denominations.--The Secretary of the Treasury (in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall mint and issue the following coins in commemoration of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, California: (1) $5 gold coins.--Not more than 100,000 $5 coins, each of which shall-- (A) weigh 8.359 grams; (B) have a diameter of 0.850 inches; and (C) contain not less than 90 percent gold. (2) $1 silver coins.--Not more than 500,000 $1 coins, each of which shall-- (A) weigh 26.73 grams; (B) have a diameter of 1.500 inches; and (C) contain not less than 90 percent silver. (3) Half dollar clad coins.--Not more than 300,000 half- dollar coins, each of which shall-- (A) weigh 11.34 grams; (B) have a diameter of 1.205 inches; and (C) be minted to the specifications for half-dollar coins contained in section 5112(b) of title 31, United States Code. (4) Proof silver $1 coins.--Not more than 100,000 proof silver $1 coins, each of which shall-- (A) weigh 5 ounces; (B) have a diameter of 3 inches; and (C) contain .999 fine silver. (b) Legal Tender.--The coins minted under this Act shall be legal tender, as provided in section 5103 of title 31, United States Code. (c) Numismatic Items.--For purposes of section 5134 of title 31, United States Code, all coins minted under this Act shall be considered to be numismatic items. (d) Mintage Limit Exception.--If the Secretary determines, based on independent, market based research conducted by the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee, that the mintage levels described under this subsection are not adequate to meet public demand, the Secretary may increase the mintage levels as the Secretary determines is necessary to meet public demand. SEC. 4. DESIGNS OF COINS. (a) Design Requirements.-- (1) In general.--The designs of the coins minted under this Act shall be emblematic of the participation of United States athletes in the LA28 Games. (2) Designation and inscriptions.--On each coin minted under this Act there shall be-- (A) a designation of the value of the coin; (B) an inscription of the year ``2028''; and (C) inscriptions of the words ``Liberty,'' ``In God We Trust,'' ``United States of America,'' and ``E Pluribus Unum''. (3) Selection of designs.--The designs for the coins minted under this Act shall be-- (A) selected by the Secretary after consultation with-- (i) the United States Olympic and Paralympic Properties; and (ii) the Commission of Fine Arts; and (B) reviewed by the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee. SEC. 5. ISSUANCE OF COINS. (a) Quality of Coins.--The Secretary may issue coins minted under this Act in uncirculated and proof qualities. (b) Period of Issuance.--The Secretary may issue coins minted under this Act only during the 1-year period beginning on January 1, 2028. SEC. 6. SALE OF COINS. (a) Sale Price.--The coins issued under this Act shall be sold by the Secretary at a price equal to the sum of-- (1) the face value of the coins; (2) the surcharge provided in section 7(a) with respect to such coins; and (3) the cost of designing and issuing such coins (including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, overhead expenses, and marketing, and shipping). (b) Bulk Sales.--The Secretary shall make bulk sales of the coins issued under this Act at a reasonable discount. (c) Prepaid Orders.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall accept prepaid orders for the coins minted under this Act before the issuance of such coins. (2) Discount.--Sales with respect to prepaid orders under paragraph (1) shall be at a reasonable discount. SEC. 7. SURCHARGES. (a) In General.--All sales of coins issued under this Act shall include a surcharge of-- (1) $35 per coin for the $5 coin; (2) $10 per coin for the $1 coin described under section 3(a)(2); (3) $5 per coin for the half-dollar coin; and (4) $50 per coin for the $1 proof silver coin. (b) Distribution.--Subject to section 5134(f) of title 31, United States Code, all surcharges received by the Secretary from the sale of coins issued under this Act shall be promptly paid by the Secretary to the United States Olympic and Paralympic Properties for the objects and purposes related to the hosting of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games and to aid in the execution of its legacy programs, including the promotion of youth sports in the United States. (c) Audits.--The United States Olympic and Paralympic Properties shall be subject to the audit requirements of section 5134(f)(2) of title 31, United States Code, with regard to the amounts received under subsection (b). (d) Limitation.--Notwithstanding subsection (a), no surcharge may be included with respect to the issuance under this Act of any coin during a calendar year if, as of the time of such issuance, the issuance of such coin would result in the number of commemorative coin programs issued during such year to exceed the annual 2 commemorative coin programs issuance limitation under section 5112(m)(1) of title 31, United States Code (as in effect on the date of the enactment of this Act). The Secretary may issue guidance to carry out this subsection. SEC. 8. MARKETING AND FINANCIAL ASSURANCES. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall take such actions as may be necessary to ensure that-- (1) minting and issuing coins under this Act result in no net cost to the Federal Government; and (2) no funds, including applicable surcharges, shall be disburses to any recipient designated in section 7(b) until the total cost of designing and issuing all of the coins authorized by this Act, including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, overhead expenses, marketing and shipping, is recovered by the United States Treasury, consistent with sections 5112(m) and 5134(f) of title 31, United States Code. (b) Marketing and Educational Program.--The Secretary is encouraged to develop and execute a marketing and educational program, including appropriate cooperative marketing opportunities with the United States Olympic and Paralympic Properties and its licensees, to promote and sell the coins authorized under this Act. <all>

LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games Commemorative Coin Act

A bill to require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, California.

LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games Commemorative Coin Act

Sen. Padilla, Alex

D

CA

This bill directs the Department of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, California. All surcharges received by Treasury from the sale of the coins shall be promptly paid by Treasury to the United States Olympic and Paralympic Properties for the objects and purposes related to the hosting of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games and to aid in the execution of its legacy programs, including the promotion of youth sports in the United States. Treasury is encouraged to develop and execute a marketing and educational program to promote and sell the coins.

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, California. This Act may be cited as the ``LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games Commemorative Coin Act''. 2. FINDINGS. (4) The Paralympic Games will celebrate its 80th anniversary in 2028, with Los Angeles hosting the Paralympic Games for the first time. The LA28 Games maintain this model with its revenue generated by corporate partners, broadcast rights, licensing, hospitality and ticket sales. 3. (3) Half dollar clad coins.--Not more than 300,000 half- dollar coins, each of which shall-- (A) weigh 11.34 grams; (B) have a diameter of 1.205 inches; and (C) be minted to the specifications for half-dollar coins contained in section 5112(b) of title 31, United States Code. (4) Proof silver $1 coins.--Not more than 100,000 proof silver $1 coins, each of which shall-- (A) weigh 5 ounces; (B) have a diameter of 3 inches; and (C) contain .999 fine silver. (b) Legal Tender.--The coins minted under this Act shall be legal tender, as provided in section 5103 of title 31, United States Code. (c) Numismatic Items.--For purposes of section 5134 of title 31, United States Code, all coins minted under this Act shall be considered to be numismatic items. (d) Mintage Limit Exception.--If the Secretary determines, based on independent, market based research conducted by the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee, that the mintage levels described under this subsection are not adequate to meet public demand, the Secretary may increase the mintage levels as the Secretary determines is necessary to meet public demand. 4. DESIGNS OF COINS. (2) Designation and inscriptions.--On each coin minted under this Act there shall be-- (A) a designation of the value of the coin; (B) an inscription of the year ``2028''; and (C) inscriptions of the words ``Liberty,'' ``In God We Trust,'' ``United States of America,'' and ``E Pluribus Unum''. 5. (b) Period of Issuance.--The Secretary may issue coins minted under this Act only during the 1-year period beginning on January 1, 2028. 6. SALE OF COINS. (a) Sale Price.--The coins issued under this Act shall be sold by the Secretary at a price equal to the sum of-- (1) the face value of the coins; (2) the surcharge provided in section 7(a) with respect to such coins; and (3) the cost of designing and issuing such coins (including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, overhead expenses, and marketing, and shipping). (2) Discount.--Sales with respect to prepaid orders under paragraph (1) shall be at a reasonable discount. 7. SURCHARGES. SEC. 8. MARKETING AND FINANCIAL ASSURANCES. (b) Marketing and Educational Program.--The Secretary is encouraged to develop and execute a marketing and educational program, including appropriate cooperative marketing opportunities with the United States Olympic and Paralympic Properties and its licensees, to promote and sell the coins authorized under this Act.

This Act may be cited as the ``LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games Commemorative Coin Act''. 2. FINDINGS. (4) The Paralympic Games will celebrate its 80th anniversary in 2028, with Los Angeles hosting the Paralympic Games for the first time. 3. (3) Half dollar clad coins.--Not more than 300,000 half- dollar coins, each of which shall-- (A) weigh 11.34 grams; (B) have a diameter of 1.205 inches; and (C) be minted to the specifications for half-dollar coins contained in section 5112(b) of title 31, United States Code. (4) Proof silver $1 coins.--Not more than 100,000 proof silver $1 coins, each of which shall-- (A) weigh 5 ounces; (B) have a diameter of 3 inches; and (C) contain .999 fine silver. (b) Legal Tender.--The coins minted under this Act shall be legal tender, as provided in section 5103 of title 31, United States Code. (d) Mintage Limit Exception.--If the Secretary determines, based on independent, market based research conducted by the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee, that the mintage levels described under this subsection are not adequate to meet public demand, the Secretary may increase the mintage levels as the Secretary determines is necessary to meet public demand. 4. DESIGNS OF COINS. 5. (b) Period of Issuance.--The Secretary may issue coins minted under this Act only during the 1-year period beginning on January 1, 2028. 6. SALE OF COINS. (a) Sale Price.--The coins issued under this Act shall be sold by the Secretary at a price equal to the sum of-- (1) the face value of the coins; (2) the surcharge provided in section 7(a) with respect to such coins; and (3) the cost of designing and issuing such coins (including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, overhead expenses, and marketing, and shipping). (2) Discount.--Sales with respect to prepaid orders under paragraph (1) shall be at a reasonable discount. 7. SURCHARGES. SEC. 8. MARKETING AND FINANCIAL ASSURANCES. (b) Marketing and Educational Program.--The Secretary is encouraged to develop and execute a marketing and educational program, including appropriate cooperative marketing opportunities with the United States Olympic and Paralympic Properties and its licensees, to promote and sell the coins authorized under this Act.

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, California. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games Commemorative Coin Act''. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) The 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, officially known as the Games of the XXXIV Olympiad or ``LA28'', will be held in Los Angeles, California. (4) The Paralympic Games will celebrate its 80th anniversary in 2028, with Los Angeles hosting the Paralympic Games for the first time. (5) Unlike some other countries, Olympic Games in the United States are privately funded. The LA28 Games maintain this model with its revenue generated by corporate partners, broadcast rights, licensing, hospitality and ticket sales. 3. (2) $1 silver coins.--Not more than 500,000 $1 coins, each of which shall-- (A) weigh 26.73 grams; (B) have a diameter of 1.500 inches; and (C) contain not less than 90 percent silver. (3) Half dollar clad coins.--Not more than 300,000 half- dollar coins, each of which shall-- (A) weigh 11.34 grams; (B) have a diameter of 1.205 inches; and (C) be minted to the specifications for half-dollar coins contained in section 5112(b) of title 31, United States Code. (4) Proof silver $1 coins.--Not more than 100,000 proof silver $1 coins, each of which shall-- (A) weigh 5 ounces; (B) have a diameter of 3 inches; and (C) contain .999 fine silver. (b) Legal Tender.--The coins minted under this Act shall be legal tender, as provided in section 5103 of title 31, United States Code. (c) Numismatic Items.--For purposes of section 5134 of title 31, United States Code, all coins minted under this Act shall be considered to be numismatic items. (d) Mintage Limit Exception.--If the Secretary determines, based on independent, market based research conducted by the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee, that the mintage levels described under this subsection are not adequate to meet public demand, the Secretary may increase the mintage levels as the Secretary determines is necessary to meet public demand. 4. DESIGNS OF COINS. (2) Designation and inscriptions.--On each coin minted under this Act there shall be-- (A) a designation of the value of the coin; (B) an inscription of the year ``2028''; and (C) inscriptions of the words ``Liberty,'' ``In God We Trust,'' ``United States of America,'' and ``E Pluribus Unum''. 5. (a) Quality of Coins.--The Secretary may issue coins minted under this Act in uncirculated and proof qualities. (b) Period of Issuance.--The Secretary may issue coins minted under this Act only during the 1-year period beginning on January 1, 2028. 6. SALE OF COINS. (a) Sale Price.--The coins issued under this Act shall be sold by the Secretary at a price equal to the sum of-- (1) the face value of the coins; (2) the surcharge provided in section 7(a) with respect to such coins; and (3) the cost of designing and issuing such coins (including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, overhead expenses, and marketing, and shipping). (2) Discount.--Sales with respect to prepaid orders under paragraph (1) shall be at a reasonable discount. 7. SURCHARGES. (a) In General.--All sales of coins issued under this Act shall include a surcharge of-- (1) $35 per coin for the $5 coin; (2) $10 per coin for the $1 coin described under section 3(a)(2); (3) $5 per coin for the half-dollar coin; and (4) $50 per coin for the $1 proof silver coin. (c) Audits.--The United States Olympic and Paralympic Properties shall be subject to the audit requirements of section 5134(f)(2) of title 31, United States Code, with regard to the amounts received under subsection (b). SEC. 8. MARKETING AND FINANCIAL ASSURANCES. (b) Marketing and Educational Program.--The Secretary is encouraged to develop and execute a marketing and educational program, including appropriate cooperative marketing opportunities with the United States Olympic and Paralympic Properties and its licensees, to promote and sell the coins authorized under this Act.

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, California. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games Commemorative Coin Act''. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) The 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, officially known as the Games of the XXXIV Olympiad or ``LA28'', will be held in Los Angeles, California. (3) The United States has hosted the modern Olympic Games 9 times, with the 2028 Games becoming the third time Los Angeles will host the summer Olympic Games. (4) The Paralympic Games will celebrate its 80th anniversary in 2028, with Los Angeles hosting the Paralympic Games for the first time. (5) Unlike some other countries, Olympic Games in the United States are privately funded. The LA28 Games maintain this model with its revenue generated by corporate partners, broadcast rights, licensing, hospitality and ticket sales. (6) With Los Angeles hosting the Paralympic Games for the first time in 2028, the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games Commemorative Coin Program has the opportunity to increase awareness and create more inclusivity for people with disabilities with the creation of a single, unifying coin to commemorate the Games. 3. (2) $1 silver coins.--Not more than 500,000 $1 coins, each of which shall-- (A) weigh 26.73 grams; (B) have a diameter of 1.500 inches; and (C) contain not less than 90 percent silver. (3) Half dollar clad coins.--Not more than 300,000 half- dollar coins, each of which shall-- (A) weigh 11.34 grams; (B) have a diameter of 1.205 inches; and (C) be minted to the specifications for half-dollar coins contained in section 5112(b) of title 31, United States Code. (4) Proof silver $1 coins.--Not more than 100,000 proof silver $1 coins, each of which shall-- (A) weigh 5 ounces; (B) have a diameter of 3 inches; and (C) contain .999 fine silver. (b) Legal Tender.--The coins minted under this Act shall be legal tender, as provided in section 5103 of title 31, United States Code. (c) Numismatic Items.--For purposes of section 5134 of title 31, United States Code, all coins minted under this Act shall be considered to be numismatic items. (d) Mintage Limit Exception.--If the Secretary determines, based on independent, market based research conducted by the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee, that the mintage levels described under this subsection are not adequate to meet public demand, the Secretary may increase the mintage levels as the Secretary determines is necessary to meet public demand. 4. DESIGNS OF COINS. (2) Designation and inscriptions.--On each coin minted under this Act there shall be-- (A) a designation of the value of the coin; (B) an inscription of the year ``2028''; and (C) inscriptions of the words ``Liberty,'' ``In God We Trust,'' ``United States of America,'' and ``E Pluribus Unum''. (3) Selection of designs.--The designs for the coins minted under this Act shall be-- (A) selected by the Secretary after consultation with-- (i) the United States Olympic and Paralympic Properties; and (ii) the Commission of Fine Arts; and (B) reviewed by the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee. 5. (a) Quality of Coins.--The Secretary may issue coins minted under this Act in uncirculated and proof qualities. (b) Period of Issuance.--The Secretary may issue coins minted under this Act only during the 1-year period beginning on January 1, 2028. 6. SALE OF COINS. (a) Sale Price.--The coins issued under this Act shall be sold by the Secretary at a price equal to the sum of-- (1) the face value of the coins; (2) the surcharge provided in section 7(a) with respect to such coins; and (3) the cost of designing and issuing such coins (including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, overhead expenses, and marketing, and shipping). (b) Bulk Sales.--The Secretary shall make bulk sales of the coins issued under this Act at a reasonable discount. (2) Discount.--Sales with respect to prepaid orders under paragraph (1) shall be at a reasonable discount. 7. SURCHARGES. (a) In General.--All sales of coins issued under this Act shall include a surcharge of-- (1) $35 per coin for the $5 coin; (2) $10 per coin for the $1 coin described under section 3(a)(2); (3) $5 per coin for the half-dollar coin; and (4) $50 per coin for the $1 proof silver coin. (c) Audits.--The United States Olympic and Paralympic Properties shall be subject to the audit requirements of section 5134(f)(2) of title 31, United States Code, with regard to the amounts received under subsection (b). (d) Limitation.--Notwithstanding subsection (a), no surcharge may be included with respect to the issuance under this Act of any coin during a calendar year if, as of the time of such issuance, the issuance of such coin would result in the number of commemorative coin programs issued during such year to exceed the annual 2 commemorative coin programs issuance limitation under section 5112(m)(1) of title 31, United States Code (as in effect on the date of the enactment of this Act). The Secretary may issue guidance to carry out this subsection. SEC. 8. MARKETING AND FINANCIAL ASSURANCES. (b) Marketing and Educational Program.--The Secretary is encouraged to develop and execute a marketing and educational program, including appropriate cooperative marketing opportunities with the United States Olympic and Paralympic Properties and its licensees, to promote and sell the coins authorized under this Act.

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, California. 2) This will be the first time the Olympic and Paralympic Games have been held in the United States in 26 years. ( COIN SPECIFICATIONS. ( a) Denominations.--The Secretary of the Treasury (in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall mint and issue the following coins in commemoration of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, California: (1) $5 gold coins.--Not more than 100,000 $5 coins, each of which shall-- (A) weigh 8.359 grams; (B) have a diameter of 0.850 inches; and (C) contain not less than 90 percent gold. ( (d) Mintage Limit Exception.--If the Secretary determines, based on independent, market based research conducted by the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee, that the mintage levels described under this subsection are not adequate to meet public demand, the Secretary may increase the mintage levels as the Secretary determines is necessary to meet public demand. 2) Designation and inscriptions.--On each coin minted under this Act there shall be-- (A) a designation of the value of the coin; (B) an inscription of the year ``2028''; and (C) inscriptions of the words ``Liberty,'' ``In God We Trust,'' ``United States of America,'' and ``E Pluribus Unum''. ( (a) Sale Price.--The coins issued under this Act shall be sold by the Secretary at a price equal to the sum of-- (1) the face value of the coins; (2) the surcharge provided in section 7(a) with respect to such coins; and (3) the cost of designing and issuing such coins (including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, overhead expenses, and marketing, and shipping). ( c) Prepaid Orders.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall accept prepaid orders for the coins minted under this Act before the issuance of such coins. ( (b) Distribution.--Subject to section 5134(f) of title 31, United States Code, all surcharges received by the Secretary from the sale of coins issued under this Act shall be promptly paid by the Secretary to the United States Olympic and Paralympic Properties for the objects and purposes related to the hosting of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games and to aid in the execution of its legacy programs, including the promotion of youth sports in the United States. ( d) Limitation.--Notwithstanding subsection (a), no surcharge may be included with respect to the issuance under this Act of any coin during a calendar year if, as of the time of such issuance, the issuance of such coin would result in the number of commemorative coin programs issued during such year to exceed the annual 2 commemorative coin programs issuance limitation under section 5112(m)(1) of title 31, United States Code (as in effect on the date of the enactment of this Act). b) Marketing and Educational Program.--The Secretary is encouraged to develop and execute a marketing and educational program, including appropriate cooperative marketing opportunities with the United States Olympic and Paralympic Properties and its licensees, to promote and sell the coins authorized under this Act.

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, California. COIN SPECIFICATIONS. ( a) Denominations.--The Secretary of the Treasury (in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall mint and issue the following coins in commemoration of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, California: (1) $5 gold coins.--Not more than 100,000 $5 coins, each of which shall-- (A) weigh 8.359 grams; (B) have a diameter of 0.850 inches; and (C) contain not less than 90 percent gold. ( (3) Half dollar clad coins.--Not more than 300,000 half- dollar coins, each of which shall-- (A) weigh 11.34 grams; (B) have a diameter of 1.205 inches; and (C) be minted to the specifications for half-dollar coins contained in section 5112(b) of title 31, United States Code. ( a) Quality of Coins.--The Secretary may issue coins minted under this Act in uncirculated and proof qualities. ( (a) Sale Price.--The coins issued under this Act shall be sold by the Secretary at a price equal to the sum of-- (1) the face value of the coins; (2) the surcharge provided in section 7(a) with respect to such coins; and (3) the cost of designing and issuing such coins (including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, overhead expenses, and marketing, and shipping). ( c) Prepaid Orders.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall accept prepaid orders for the coins minted under this Act before the issuance of such coins. ( (d) Limitation.--Notwithstanding subsection (a), no surcharge may be included with respect to the issuance under this Act of any coin during a calendar year if, as of the time of such issuance, the issuance of such coin would result in the number of commemorative coin programs issued during such year to exceed the annual 2 commemorative coin programs issuance limitation under section 5112(m)(1) of title 31, United States Code (as in effect on the date of the enactment of this Act). The Secretary may issue guidance to carry out this subsection.

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, California. COIN SPECIFICATIONS. ( a) Denominations.--The Secretary of the Treasury (in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall mint and issue the following coins in commemoration of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, California: (1) $5 gold coins.--Not more than 100,000 $5 coins, each of which shall-- (A) weigh 8.359 grams; (B) have a diameter of 0.850 inches; and (C) contain not less than 90 percent gold. ( (3) Half dollar clad coins.--Not more than 300,000 half- dollar coins, each of which shall-- (A) weigh 11.34 grams; (B) have a diameter of 1.205 inches; and (C) be minted to the specifications for half-dollar coins contained in section 5112(b) of title 31, United States Code. ( a) Quality of Coins.--The Secretary may issue coins minted under this Act in uncirculated and proof qualities. ( (a) Sale Price.--The coins issued under this Act shall be sold by the Secretary at a price equal to the sum of-- (1) the face value of the coins; (2) the surcharge provided in section 7(a) with respect to such coins; and (3) the cost of designing and issuing such coins (including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, overhead expenses, and marketing, and shipping). ( c) Prepaid Orders.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall accept prepaid orders for the coins minted under this Act before the issuance of such coins. ( (d) Limitation.--Notwithstanding subsection (a), no surcharge may be included with respect to the issuance under this Act of any coin during a calendar year if, as of the time of such issuance, the issuance of such coin would result in the number of commemorative coin programs issued during such year to exceed the annual 2 commemorative coin programs issuance limitation under section 5112(m)(1) of title 31, United States Code (as in effect on the date of the enactment of this Act). The Secretary may issue guidance to carry out this subsection.

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, California. 2) This will be the first time the Olympic and Paralympic Games have been held in the United States in 26 years. ( COIN SPECIFICATIONS. ( a) Denominations.--The Secretary of the Treasury (in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall mint and issue the following coins in commemoration of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, California: (1) $5 gold coins.--Not more than 100,000 $5 coins, each of which shall-- (A) weigh 8.359 grams; (B) have a diameter of 0.850 inches; and (C) contain not less than 90 percent gold. ( (d) Mintage Limit Exception.--If the Secretary determines, based on independent, market based research conducted by the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee, that the mintage levels described under this subsection are not adequate to meet public demand, the Secretary may increase the mintage levels as the Secretary determines is necessary to meet public demand. 2) Designation and inscriptions.--On each coin minted under this Act there shall be-- (A) a designation of the value of the coin; (B) an inscription of the year ``2028''; and (C) inscriptions of the words ``Liberty,'' ``In God We Trust,'' ``United States of America,'' and ``E Pluribus Unum''. ( (a) Sale Price.--The coins issued under this Act shall be sold by the Secretary at a price equal to the sum of-- (1) the face value of the coins; (2) the surcharge provided in section 7(a) with respect to such coins; and (3) the cost of designing and issuing such coins (including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, overhead expenses, and marketing, and shipping). ( c) Prepaid Orders.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall accept prepaid orders for the coins minted under this Act before the issuance of such coins. ( (b) Distribution.--Subject to section 5134(f) of title 31, United States Code, all surcharges received by the Secretary from the sale of coins issued under this Act shall be promptly paid by the Secretary to the United States Olympic and Paralympic Properties for the objects and purposes related to the hosting of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games and to aid in the execution of its legacy programs, including the promotion of youth sports in the United States. ( d) Limitation.--Notwithstanding subsection (a), no surcharge may be included with respect to the issuance under this Act of any coin during a calendar year if, as of the time of such issuance, the issuance of such coin would result in the number of commemorative coin programs issued during such year to exceed the annual 2 commemorative coin programs issuance limitation under section 5112(m)(1) of title 31, United States Code (as in effect on the date of the enactment of this Act). b) Marketing and Educational Program.--The Secretary is encouraged to develop and execute a marketing and educational program, including appropriate cooperative marketing opportunities with the United States Olympic and Paralympic Properties and its licensees, to promote and sell the coins authorized under this Act.

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, California. COIN SPECIFICATIONS. ( a) Denominations.--The Secretary of the Treasury (in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall mint and issue the following coins in commemoration of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, California: (1) $5 gold coins.--Not more than 100,000 $5 coins, each of which shall-- (A) weigh 8.359 grams; (B) have a diameter of 0.850 inches; and (C) contain not less than 90 percent gold. ( (3) Half dollar clad coins.--Not more than 300,000 half- dollar coins, each of which shall-- (A) weigh 11.34 grams; (B) have a diameter of 1.205 inches; and (C) be minted to the specifications for half-dollar coins contained in section 5112(b) of title 31, United States Code. ( a) Quality of Coins.--The Secretary may issue coins minted under this Act in uncirculated and proof qualities. ( (a) Sale Price.--The coins issued under this Act shall be sold by the Secretary at a price equal to the sum of-- (1) the face value of the coins; (2) the surcharge provided in section 7(a) with respect to such coins; and (3) the cost of designing and issuing such coins (including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, overhead expenses, and marketing, and shipping). ( c) Prepaid Orders.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall accept prepaid orders for the coins minted under this Act before the issuance of such coins. ( (d) Limitation.--Notwithstanding subsection (a), no surcharge may be included with respect to the issuance under this Act of any coin during a calendar year if, as of the time of such issuance, the issuance of such coin would result in the number of commemorative coin programs issued during such year to exceed the annual 2 commemorative coin programs issuance limitation under section 5112(m)(1) of title 31, United States Code (as in effect on the date of the enactment of this Act). The Secretary may issue guidance to carry out this subsection.

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, California. 2) This will be the first time the Olympic and Paralympic Games have been held in the United States in 26 years. ( COIN SPECIFICATIONS. ( a) Denominations.--The Secretary of the Treasury (in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall mint and issue the following coins in commemoration of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, California: (1) $5 gold coins.--Not more than 100,000 $5 coins, each of which shall-- (A) weigh 8.359 grams; (B) have a diameter of 0.850 inches; and (C) contain not less than 90 percent gold. ( (d) Mintage Limit Exception.--If the Secretary determines, based on independent, market based research conducted by the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee, that the mintage levels described under this subsection are not adequate to meet public demand, the Secretary may increase the mintage levels as the Secretary determines is necessary to meet public demand. 2) Designation and inscriptions.--On each coin minted under this Act there shall be-- (A) a designation of the value of the coin; (B) an inscription of the year ``2028''; and (C) inscriptions of the words ``Liberty,'' ``In God We Trust,'' ``United States of America,'' and ``E Pluribus Unum''. ( (a) Sale Price.--The coins issued under this Act shall be sold by the Secretary at a price equal to the sum of-- (1) the face value of the coins; (2) the surcharge provided in section 7(a) with respect to such coins; and (3) the cost of designing and issuing such coins (including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, overhead expenses, and marketing, and shipping). ( c) Prepaid Orders.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall accept prepaid orders for the coins minted under this Act before the issuance of such coins. ( (b) Distribution.--Subject to section 5134(f) of title 31, United States Code, all surcharges received by the Secretary from the sale of coins issued under this Act shall be promptly paid by the Secretary to the United States Olympic and Paralympic Properties for the objects and purposes related to the hosting of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games and to aid in the execution of its legacy programs, including the promotion of youth sports in the United States. ( d) Limitation.--Notwithstanding subsection (a), no surcharge may be included with respect to the issuance under this Act of any coin during a calendar year if, as of the time of such issuance, the issuance of such coin would result in the number of commemorative coin programs issued during such year to exceed the annual 2 commemorative coin programs issuance limitation under section 5112(m)(1) of title 31, United States Code (as in effect on the date of the enactment of this Act). b) Marketing and Educational Program.--The Secretary is encouraged to develop and execute a marketing and educational program, including appropriate cooperative marketing opportunities with the United States Olympic and Paralympic Properties and its licensees, to promote and sell the coins authorized under this Act.

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, California. COIN SPECIFICATIONS. ( a) Denominations.--The Secretary of the Treasury (in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall mint and issue the following coins in commemoration of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, California: (1) $5 gold coins.--Not more than 100,000 $5 coins, each of which shall-- (A) weigh 8.359 grams; (B) have a diameter of 0.850 inches; and (C) contain not less than 90 percent gold. ( (3) Half dollar clad coins.--Not more than 300,000 half- dollar coins, each of which shall-- (A) weigh 11.34 grams; (B) have a diameter of 1.205 inches; and (C) be minted to the specifications for half-dollar coins contained in section 5112(b) of title 31, United States Code. ( a) Quality of Coins.--The Secretary may issue coins minted under this Act in uncirculated and proof qualities. ( (a) Sale Price.--The coins issued under this Act shall be sold by the Secretary at a price equal to the sum of-- (1) the face value of the coins; (2) the surcharge provided in section 7(a) with respect to such coins; and (3) the cost of designing and issuing such coins (including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, overhead expenses, and marketing, and shipping). ( c) Prepaid Orders.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall accept prepaid orders for the coins minted under this Act before the issuance of such coins. ( (d) Limitation.--Notwithstanding subsection (a), no surcharge may be included with respect to the issuance under this Act of any coin during a calendar year if, as of the time of such issuance, the issuance of such coin would result in the number of commemorative coin programs issued during such year to exceed the annual 2 commemorative coin programs issuance limitation under section 5112(m)(1) of title 31, United States Code (as in effect on the date of the enactment of this Act). The Secretary may issue guidance to carry out this subsection.

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, California. a) Denominations.--The Secretary of the Treasury (in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall mint and issue the following coins in commemoration of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, California: (1) $5 gold coins.--Not more than 100,000 $5 coins, each of which shall-- (A) weigh 8.359 grams; (B) have a diameter of 0.850 inches; and (C) contain not less than 90 percent gold. ( ( ( (a) Sale Price.--The coins issued under this Act shall be sold by the Secretary at a price equal to the sum of-- (1) the face value of the coins; (2) the surcharge provided in section 7(a) with respect to such coins; and (3) the cost of designing and issuing such coins (including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, overhead expenses, and marketing, and shipping). ( c) Prepaid Orders.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall accept prepaid orders for the coins minted under this Act before the issuance of such coins. ( ( ( d) Limitation.--Notwithstanding subsection (a), no surcharge may be included with respect to the issuance under this Act of any coin during a calendar year if, as of the time of such issuance, the issuance of such coin would result in the number of commemorative coin programs issued during such year to exceed the annual 2 commemorative coin programs issuance limitation under section 5112(m)(1) of title 31, United States Code (as in effect on the date of the enactment of this Act). b) Marketing and Educational Program.--The Secretary is encouraged to develop and execute a marketing and educational program, including appropriate cooperative marketing opportunities with the United States Olympic and Paralympic Properties and its licensees, to promote and sell the coins authorized under this Act.

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, California. COIN SPECIFICATIONS. ( a) Denominations.--The Secretary of the Treasury (in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall mint and issue the following coins in commemoration of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, California: (1) $5 gold coins.--Not more than 100,000 $5 coins, each of which shall-- (A) weigh 8.359 grams; (B) have a diameter of 0.850 inches; and (C) contain not less than 90 percent gold. ( (3) Half dollar clad coins.--Not more than 300,000 half- dollar coins, each of which shall-- (A) weigh 11.34 grams; (B) have a diameter of 1.205 inches; and (C) be minted to the specifications for half-dollar coins contained in section 5112(b) of title 31, United States Code. ( a) Quality of Coins.--The Secretary may issue coins minted under this Act in uncirculated and proof qualities. ( (a) Sale Price.--The coins issued under this Act shall be sold by the Secretary at a price equal to the sum of-- (1) the face value of the coins; (2) the surcharge provided in section 7(a) with respect to such coins; and (3) the cost of designing and issuing such coins (including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, overhead expenses, and marketing, and shipping). ( c) Prepaid Orders.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall accept prepaid orders for the coins minted under this Act before the issuance of such coins. ( (d) Limitation.--Notwithstanding subsection (a), no surcharge may be included with respect to the issuance under this Act of any coin during a calendar year if, as of the time of such issuance, the issuance of such coin would result in the number of commemorative coin programs issued during such year to exceed the annual 2 commemorative coin programs issuance limitation under section 5112(m)(1) of title 31, United States Code (as in effect on the date of the enactment of this Act). The Secretary may issue guidance to carry out this subsection.

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, California. a) Denominations.--The Secretary of the Treasury (in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall mint and issue the following coins in commemoration of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, California: (1) $5 gold coins.--Not more than 100,000 $5 coins, each of which shall-- (A) weigh 8.359 grams; (B) have a diameter of 0.850 inches; and (C) contain not less than 90 percent gold. ( ( ( (a) Sale Price.--The coins issued under this Act shall be sold by the Secretary at a price equal to the sum of-- (1) the face value of the coins; (2) the surcharge provided in section 7(a) with respect to such coins; and (3) the cost of designing and issuing such coins (including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, overhead expenses, and marketing, and shipping). ( c) Prepaid Orders.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall accept prepaid orders for the coins minted under this Act before the issuance of such coins. ( ( ( d) Limitation.--Notwithstanding subsection (a), no surcharge may be included with respect to the issuance under this Act of any coin during a calendar year if, as of the time of such issuance, the issuance of such coin would result in the number of commemorative coin programs issued during such year to exceed the annual 2 commemorative coin programs issuance limitation under section 5112(m)(1) of title 31, United States Code (as in effect on the date of the enactment of this Act). b) Marketing and Educational Program.--The Secretary is encouraged to develop and execute a marketing and educational program, including appropriate cooperative marketing opportunities with the United States Olympic and Paralympic Properties and its licensees, to promote and sell the coins authorized under this Act.

H.R.8015

Government Operations and Politics

Enhanced Pay for Election Workers Act This bill directs the Election Assistance Commission to establish a program to make payments to states to provide enhanced pay for election workers, including individuals serving as election officials or poll workers on a temporary or unpaid basis.

To direct the Election Assistance Commission to establish a program to make grants to States to provide enhanced pay for election workers, 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 ``Enhanced Pay for Election Workers Act''. SEC. 2. PROGRAM FOR GRANTS FOR ENHANCED PAY FOR ELECTION WORKERS. (a) Establishment of Program.--Subtitle D of title II of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (52 U.S.C. 21001 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``PART 7--ENHANCED PAY FOR ELECTION WORKERS ``SEC. 297. ESTABLISHMENT AND OPERATION OF GRANT PROGRAM. ``(a) In General.--The Commission shall establish and operate a program under which the Commission shall make payments to eligible States for providing enhanced pay for election workers, including individuals serving as election officials or poll workers on a temporary or unpaid basis. ``(b) Amount of Payment.-- ``(1) Amount.--The amount of a payment made to a State under the program established under this part shall be equal to the greater of-- ``(A) the reasonable costs the State expects to incur in providing enhanced pay for election workers, as determined by the Commission taking into account the information provided by the State in the plan described in section 297A; or ``(B) the minimum payment amount described in paragraph (2) with respect to the fiscal year. ``(2) Minimum payment amount.--The minimum payment amount described in this paragraph with respect to a fiscal year is equal to one-half of 1 percent of the aggregate amount made available during the fiscal year for payments under the program established under this part. ``(c) Application.--In order to be eligible to receive a payment under the program established under this part, a State shall submit to the Commission, at such time and in such form as the Commission may require, an application containing a description of a plan for how the State will use the payment to provide enhanced pay to election workers, as described in section 297A, together with such other information and assurances as the Commission may require. ``(d) Reports.--A State receiving a payment under the program established under this part shall submit to the Commission such reports on the State's use of the payment as the Commission may require. ``SEC. 297A. STATE PLAN FOR PROVIDING ENHANCED PAY TO ELECTION WORKERS. ``(a) Elements of Plan.--A State's plan for providing enhanced pay to election workers shall include the following elements: ``(1) A description of how the State will use enhanced pay to retain qualified election workers and to recruit new election workers. ``(2) The requirements an individual must meet in order to be eligible to receive enhanced pay under the plan. ``(3) The amount of the reasonable costs the State expects to incur in providing enhanced pay for such eligible individuals. ``(4) The procedures for carrying out the plan, including the extent to which State and local election officials will be responsible for carrying out the plan. ``(b) Opportunity of All Election Workers To Receive Pay.--Under the State's plan, the State may not treat an election worker as ineligible to receive enhanced pay solely because the individual does not interact directly with voters, individuals attempting to vote, or individuals attempting to register to vote. ``SEC. 297B. COVERAGE OF COMMONWEALTH OF NORTHERN MARIANA ISLANDS. ``In this part, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands shall be considered a State. ``SEC. 297C. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. ``There are authorized to be appropriated for payments under this part such sums as may be necessary for fiscal year 2023 and each succeeding fiscal year.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents of such Act is amended by adding at the end of the items relating to part D of title II the following: ``Part 7--Enhanced Pay for Election Workers ``Sec. 297. Establishment and operation of grant program. ``Sec. 297A. State plan for providing enhanced pay to election workers. ``Sec. 297B. Coverage of Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands. ``Sec. 297C. Authorization of appropriations.''. <all>

Enhanced Pay for Election Workers Act

To direct the Election Assistance Commission to establish a program to make grants to States to provide enhanced pay for election workers, and for other purposes.

Enhanced Pay for Election Workers Act

Rep. Levin, Andy

D

MI

This bill directs the Election Assistance Commission to establish a program to make payments to states to provide enhanced pay for election workers, including individuals serving as election officials or poll workers on a temporary or unpaid basis.

To direct the Election Assistance Commission to establish a program to make grants to States to provide enhanced pay for election workers, 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. 2. (a) Establishment of Program.--Subtitle D of title II of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (52 U.S.C. 21001 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``PART 7--ENHANCED PAY FOR ELECTION WORKERS ``SEC. ESTABLISHMENT AND OPERATION OF GRANT PROGRAM. ``(2) Minimum payment amount.--The minimum payment amount described in this paragraph with respect to a fiscal year is equal to one-half of 1 percent of the aggregate amount made available during the fiscal year for payments under the program established under this part. ``(c) Application.--In order to be eligible to receive a payment under the program established under this part, a State shall submit to the Commission, at such time and in such form as the Commission may require, an application containing a description of a plan for how the State will use the payment to provide enhanced pay to election workers, as described in section 297A, together with such other information and assurances as the Commission may require. ``(d) Reports.--A State receiving a payment under the program established under this part shall submit to the Commission such reports on the State's use of the payment as the Commission may require. STATE PLAN FOR PROVIDING ENHANCED PAY TO ELECTION WORKERS. ``(a) Elements of Plan.--A State's plan for providing enhanced pay to election workers shall include the following elements: ``(1) A description of how the State will use enhanced pay to retain qualified election workers and to recruit new election workers. ``(2) The requirements an individual must meet in order to be eligible to receive enhanced pay under the plan. ``(3) The amount of the reasonable costs the State expects to incur in providing enhanced pay for such eligible individuals. ``(4) The procedures for carrying out the plan, including the extent to which State and local election officials will be responsible for carrying out the plan. ``(b) Opportunity of All Election Workers To Receive Pay.--Under the State's plan, the State may not treat an election worker as ineligible to receive enhanced pay solely because the individual does not interact directly with voters, individuals attempting to vote, or individuals attempting to register to vote. COVERAGE OF COMMONWEALTH OF NORTHERN MARIANA ISLANDS. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. ``There are authorized to be appropriated for payments under this part such sums as may be necessary for fiscal year 2023 and each succeeding fiscal year.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents of such Act is amended by adding at the end of the items relating to part D of title II the following: ``Part 7--Enhanced Pay for Election Workers ``Sec. 297. 297A. 297B. 297C.

To direct the Election Assistance Commission to establish a program to make grants to States to provide enhanced pay for election workers, 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. 2. (a) Establishment of Program.--Subtitle D of title II of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (52 U.S.C. 21001 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``PART 7--ENHANCED PAY FOR ELECTION WORKERS ``SEC. ESTABLISHMENT AND OPERATION OF GRANT PROGRAM. ``(2) Minimum payment amount.--The minimum payment amount described in this paragraph with respect to a fiscal year is equal to one-half of 1 percent of the aggregate amount made available during the fiscal year for payments under the program established under this part. ``(d) Reports.--A State receiving a payment under the program established under this part shall submit to the Commission such reports on the State's use of the payment as the Commission may require. STATE PLAN FOR PROVIDING ENHANCED PAY TO ELECTION WORKERS. ``(2) The requirements an individual must meet in order to be eligible to receive enhanced pay under the plan. ``(3) The amount of the reasonable costs the State expects to incur in providing enhanced pay for such eligible individuals. ``(4) The procedures for carrying out the plan, including the extent to which State and local election officials will be responsible for carrying out the plan. ``(b) Opportunity of All Election Workers To Receive Pay.--Under the State's plan, the State may not treat an election worker as ineligible to receive enhanced pay solely because the individual does not interact directly with voters, individuals attempting to vote, or individuals attempting to register to vote. COVERAGE OF COMMONWEALTH OF NORTHERN MARIANA ISLANDS. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. ``There are authorized to be appropriated for payments under this part such sums as may be necessary for fiscal year 2023 and each succeeding fiscal year.''. 297. 297A. 297B. 297C.

To direct the Election Assistance Commission to establish a program to make grants to States to provide enhanced pay for election workers, 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 ``Enhanced Pay for Election Workers Act''. SEC. 2. PROGRAM FOR GRANTS FOR ENHANCED PAY FOR ELECTION WORKERS. (a) Establishment of Program.--Subtitle D of title II of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (52 U.S.C. 21001 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``PART 7--ENHANCED PAY FOR ELECTION WORKERS ``SEC. 297. ESTABLISHMENT AND OPERATION OF GRANT PROGRAM. ``(a) In General.--The Commission shall establish and operate a program under which the Commission shall make payments to eligible States for providing enhanced pay for election workers, including individuals serving as election officials or poll workers on a temporary or unpaid basis. ``(b) Amount of Payment.-- ``(1) Amount.--The amount of a payment made to a State under the program established under this part shall be equal to the greater of-- ``(A) the reasonable costs the State expects to incur in providing enhanced pay for election workers, as determined by the Commission taking into account the information provided by the State in the plan described in section 297A; or ``(B) the minimum payment amount described in paragraph (2) with respect to the fiscal year. ``(2) Minimum payment amount.--The minimum payment amount described in this paragraph with respect to a fiscal year is equal to one-half of 1 percent of the aggregate amount made available during the fiscal year for payments under the program established under this part. ``(c) Application.--In order to be eligible to receive a payment under the program established under this part, a State shall submit to the Commission, at such time and in such form as the Commission may require, an application containing a description of a plan for how the State will use the payment to provide enhanced pay to election workers, as described in section 297A, together with such other information and assurances as the Commission may require. ``(d) Reports.--A State receiving a payment under the program established under this part shall submit to the Commission such reports on the State's use of the payment as the Commission may require. ``SEC. 297A. STATE PLAN FOR PROVIDING ENHANCED PAY TO ELECTION WORKERS. ``(a) Elements of Plan.--A State's plan for providing enhanced pay to election workers shall include the following elements: ``(1) A description of how the State will use enhanced pay to retain qualified election workers and to recruit new election workers. ``(2) The requirements an individual must meet in order to be eligible to receive enhanced pay under the plan. ``(3) The amount of the reasonable costs the State expects to incur in providing enhanced pay for such eligible individuals. ``(4) The procedures for carrying out the plan, including the extent to which State and local election officials will be responsible for carrying out the plan. ``(b) Opportunity of All Election Workers To Receive Pay.--Under the State's plan, the State may not treat an election worker as ineligible to receive enhanced pay solely because the individual does not interact directly with voters, individuals attempting to vote, or individuals attempting to register to vote. ``SEC. 297B. COVERAGE OF COMMONWEALTH OF NORTHERN MARIANA ISLANDS. ``In this part, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands shall be considered a State. ``SEC. 297C. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. ``There are authorized to be appropriated for payments under this part such sums as may be necessary for fiscal year 2023 and each succeeding fiscal year.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents of such Act is amended by adding at the end of the items relating to part D of title II the following: ``Part 7--Enhanced Pay for Election Workers ``Sec. 297. Establishment and operation of grant program. ``Sec. 297A. State plan for providing enhanced pay to election workers. ``Sec. 297B. Coverage of Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands. ``Sec. 297C. Authorization of appropriations.''. <all>

To direct the Election Assistance Commission to establish a program to make grants to States to provide enhanced pay for election workers, 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 ``Enhanced Pay for Election Workers Act''. SEC. 2. PROGRAM FOR GRANTS FOR ENHANCED PAY FOR ELECTION WORKERS. (a) Establishment of Program.--Subtitle D of title II of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (52 U.S.C. 21001 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``PART 7--ENHANCED PAY FOR ELECTION WORKERS ``SEC. 297. ESTABLISHMENT AND OPERATION OF GRANT PROGRAM. ``(a) In General.--The Commission shall establish and operate a program under which the Commission shall make payments to eligible States for providing enhanced pay for election workers, including individuals serving as election officials or poll workers on a temporary or unpaid basis. ``(b) Amount of Payment.-- ``(1) Amount.--The amount of a payment made to a State under the program established under this part shall be equal to the greater of-- ``(A) the reasonable costs the State expects to incur in providing enhanced pay for election workers, as determined by the Commission taking into account the information provided by the State in the plan described in section 297A; or ``(B) the minimum payment amount described in paragraph (2) with respect to the fiscal year. ``(2) Minimum payment amount.--The minimum payment amount described in this paragraph with respect to a fiscal year is equal to one-half of 1 percent of the aggregate amount made available during the fiscal year for payments under the program established under this part. ``(c) Application.--In order to be eligible to receive a payment under the program established under this part, a State shall submit to the Commission, at such time and in such form as the Commission may require, an application containing a description of a plan for how the State will use the payment to provide enhanced pay to election workers, as described in section 297A, together with such other information and assurances as the Commission may require. ``(d) Reports.--A State receiving a payment under the program established under this part shall submit to the Commission such reports on the State's use of the payment as the Commission may require. ``SEC. 297A. STATE PLAN FOR PROVIDING ENHANCED PAY TO ELECTION WORKERS. ``(a) Elements of Plan.--A State's plan for providing enhanced pay to election workers shall include the following elements: ``(1) A description of how the State will use enhanced pay to retain qualified election workers and to recruit new election workers. ``(2) The requirements an individual must meet in order to be eligible to receive enhanced pay under the plan. ``(3) The amount of the reasonable costs the State expects to incur in providing enhanced pay for such eligible individuals. ``(4) The procedures for carrying out the plan, including the extent to which State and local election officials will be responsible for carrying out the plan. ``(b) Opportunity of All Election Workers To Receive Pay.--Under the State's plan, the State may not treat an election worker as ineligible to receive enhanced pay solely because the individual does not interact directly with voters, individuals attempting to vote, or individuals attempting to register to vote. ``SEC. 297B. COVERAGE OF COMMONWEALTH OF NORTHERN MARIANA ISLANDS. ``In this part, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands shall be considered a State. ``SEC. 297C. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. ``There are authorized to be appropriated for payments under this part such sums as may be necessary for fiscal year 2023 and each succeeding fiscal year.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents of such Act is amended by adding at the end of the items relating to part D of title II the following: ``Part 7--Enhanced Pay for Election Workers ``Sec. 297. Establishment and operation of grant program. ``Sec. 297A. State plan for providing enhanced pay to election workers. ``Sec. 297B. Coverage of Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands. ``Sec. 297C. Authorization of appropriations.''. <all>

To direct the Election Assistance Commission to establish a program to make grants to States to provide enhanced pay for election workers, and for other purposes. ``(b) Amount of Payment.-- ``(1) Amount.--The amount of a payment made to a State under the program established under this part shall be equal to the greater of-- ``(A) the reasonable costs the State expects to incur in providing enhanced pay for election workers, as determined by the Commission taking into account the information provided by the State in the plan described in section 297A; or ``(B) the minimum payment amount described in paragraph (2) with respect to the fiscal year. ``(2) Minimum payment amount.--The minimum payment amount described in this paragraph with respect to a fiscal year is equal to one-half of 1 percent of the aggregate amount made available during the fiscal year for payments under the program established under this part. ``(c) Application.--In order to be eligible to receive a payment under the program established under this part, a State shall submit to the Commission, at such time and in such form as the Commission may require, an application containing a description of a plan for how the State will use the payment to provide enhanced pay to election workers, as described in section 297A, together with such other information and assurances as the Commission may require. ``(4) The procedures for carrying out the plan, including the extent to which State and local election officials will be responsible for carrying out the plan. 297C. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents of such Act is amended by adding at the end of the items relating to part D of title II the following: ``Part 7--Enhanced Pay for Election Workers ``Sec.

To direct the Election Assistance Commission to establish a program to make grants to States to provide enhanced pay for election workers, and for other purposes. ESTABLISHMENT AND OPERATION OF GRANT PROGRAM. ``(b) Amount of Payment.-- ``(1) Amount.--The amount of a payment made to a State under the program established under this part shall be equal to the greater of-- ``(A) the reasonable costs the State expects to incur in providing enhanced pay for election workers, as determined by the Commission taking into account the information provided by the State in the plan described in section 297A; or ``(B) the minimum payment amount described in paragraph (2) with respect to the fiscal year. ``(d) Reports.--A State receiving a payment under the program established under this part shall submit to the Commission such reports on the State's use of the payment as the Commission may require. 297A. STATE PLAN FOR PROVIDING ENHANCED PAY TO ELECTION WORKERS. ``(3) The amount of the reasonable costs the State expects to incur in providing enhanced pay for such eligible individuals. Establishment and operation of grant program.

To direct the Election Assistance Commission to establish a program to make grants to States to provide enhanced pay for election workers, and for other purposes. ESTABLISHMENT AND OPERATION OF GRANT PROGRAM. ``(b) Amount of Payment.-- ``(1) Amount.--The amount of a payment made to a State under the program established under this part shall be equal to the greater of-- ``(A) the reasonable costs the State expects to incur in providing enhanced pay for election workers, as determined by the Commission taking into account the information provided by the State in the plan described in section 297A; or ``(B) the minimum payment amount described in paragraph (2) with respect to the fiscal year. ``(d) Reports.--A State receiving a payment under the program established under this part shall submit to the Commission such reports on the State's use of the payment as the Commission may require. 297A. STATE PLAN FOR PROVIDING ENHANCED PAY TO ELECTION WORKERS. ``(3) The amount of the reasonable costs the State expects to incur in providing enhanced pay for such eligible individuals. Establishment and operation of grant program.

To direct the Election Assistance Commission to establish a program to make grants to States to provide enhanced pay for election workers, and for other purposes. ``(b) Amount of Payment.-- ``(1) Amount.--The amount of a payment made to a State under the program established under this part shall be equal to the greater of-- ``(A) the reasonable costs the State expects to incur in providing enhanced pay for election workers, as determined by the Commission taking into account the information provided by the State in the plan described in section 297A; or ``(B) the minimum payment amount described in paragraph (2) with respect to the fiscal year. ``(2) Minimum payment amount.--The minimum payment amount described in this paragraph with respect to a fiscal year is equal to one-half of 1 percent of the aggregate amount made available during the fiscal year for payments under the program established under this part. ``(c) Application.--In order to be eligible to receive a payment under the program established under this part, a State shall submit to the Commission, at such time and in such form as the Commission may require, an application containing a description of a plan for how the State will use the payment to provide enhanced pay to election workers, as described in section 297A, together with such other information and assurances as the Commission may require. ``(4) The procedures for carrying out the plan, including the extent to which State and local election officials will be responsible for carrying out the plan. 297C. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents of such Act is amended by adding at the end of the items relating to part D of title II the following: ``Part 7--Enhanced Pay for Election Workers ``Sec.

To direct the Election Assistance Commission to establish a program to make grants to States to provide enhanced pay for election workers, and for other purposes. ESTABLISHMENT AND OPERATION OF GRANT PROGRAM. ``(b) Amount of Payment.-- ``(1) Amount.--The amount of a payment made to a State under the program established under this part shall be equal to the greater of-- ``(A) the reasonable costs the State expects to incur in providing enhanced pay for election workers, as determined by the Commission taking into account the information provided by the State in the plan described in section 297A; or ``(B) the minimum payment amount described in paragraph (2) with respect to the fiscal year. ``(d) Reports.--A State receiving a payment under the program established under this part shall submit to the Commission such reports on the State's use of the payment as the Commission may require. 297A. STATE PLAN FOR PROVIDING ENHANCED PAY TO ELECTION WORKERS. ``(3) The amount of the reasonable costs the State expects to incur in providing enhanced pay for such eligible individuals. Establishment and operation of grant program.

To direct the Election Assistance Commission to establish a program to make grants to States to provide enhanced pay for election workers, and for other purposes. ``(b) Amount of Payment.-- ``(1) Amount.--The amount of a payment made to a State under the program established under this part shall be equal to the greater of-- ``(A) the reasonable costs the State expects to incur in providing enhanced pay for election workers, as determined by the Commission taking into account the information provided by the State in the plan described in section 297A; or ``(B) the minimum payment amount described in paragraph (2) with respect to the fiscal year. ``(2) Minimum payment amount.--The minimum payment amount described in this paragraph with respect to a fiscal year is equal to one-half of 1 percent of the aggregate amount made available during the fiscal year for payments under the program established under this part. ``(c) Application.--In order to be eligible to receive a payment under the program established under this part, a State shall submit to the Commission, at such time and in such form as the Commission may require, an application containing a description of a plan for how the State will use the payment to provide enhanced pay to election workers, as described in section 297A, together with such other information and assurances as the Commission may require. ``(4) The procedures for carrying out the plan, including the extent to which State and local election officials will be responsible for carrying out the plan. 297C. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents of such Act is amended by adding at the end of the items relating to part D of title II the following: ``Part 7--Enhanced Pay for Election Workers ``Sec.

To direct the Election Assistance Commission to establish a program to make grants to States to provide enhanced pay for election workers, and for other purposes. ESTABLISHMENT AND OPERATION OF GRANT PROGRAM. ``(b) Amount of Payment.-- ``(1) Amount.--The amount of a payment made to a State under the program established under this part shall be equal to the greater of-- ``(A) the reasonable costs the State expects to incur in providing enhanced pay for election workers, as determined by the Commission taking into account the information provided by the State in the plan described in section 297A; or ``(B) the minimum payment amount described in paragraph (2) with respect to the fiscal year. ``(d) Reports.--A State receiving a payment under the program established under this part shall submit to the Commission such reports on the State's use of the payment as the Commission may require. 297A. STATE PLAN FOR PROVIDING ENHANCED PAY TO ELECTION WORKERS. ``(3) The amount of the reasonable costs the State expects to incur in providing enhanced pay for such eligible individuals. Establishment and operation of grant program.

To direct the Election Assistance Commission to establish a program to make grants to States to provide enhanced pay for election workers, and for other purposes. ``(b) Amount of Payment.-- ``(1) Amount.--The amount of a payment made to a State under the program established under this part shall be equal to the greater of-- ``(A) the reasonable costs the State expects to incur in providing enhanced pay for election workers, as determined by the Commission taking into account the information provided by the State in the plan described in section 297A; or ``(B) the minimum payment amount described in paragraph (2) with respect to the fiscal year. ``(2) Minimum payment amount.--The minimum payment amount described in this paragraph with respect to a fiscal year is equal to one-half of 1 percent of the aggregate amount made available during the fiscal year for payments under the program established under this part. ``(c) Application.--In order to be eligible to receive a payment under the program established under this part, a State shall submit to the Commission, at such time and in such form as the Commission may require, an application containing a description of a plan for how the State will use the payment to provide enhanced pay to election workers, as described in section 297A, together with such other information and assurances as the Commission may require. ``(4) The procedures for carrying out the plan, including the extent to which State and local election officials will be responsible for carrying out the plan. 297C. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents of such Act is amended by adding at the end of the items relating to part D of title II the following: ``Part 7--Enhanced Pay for Election Workers ``Sec.

To direct the Election Assistance Commission to establish a program to make grants to States to provide enhanced pay for election workers, and for other purposes. ESTABLISHMENT AND OPERATION OF GRANT PROGRAM. ``(b) Amount of Payment.-- ``(1) Amount.--The amount of a payment made to a State under the program established under this part shall be equal to the greater of-- ``(A) the reasonable costs the State expects to incur in providing enhanced pay for election workers, as determined by the Commission taking into account the information provided by the State in the plan described in section 297A; or ``(B) the minimum payment amount described in paragraph (2) with respect to the fiscal year. ``(d) Reports.--A State receiving a payment under the program established under this part shall submit to the Commission such reports on the State's use of the payment as the Commission may require. 297A. STATE PLAN FOR PROVIDING ENHANCED PAY TO ELECTION WORKERS. ``(3) The amount of the reasonable costs the State expects to incur in providing enhanced pay for such eligible individuals. Establishment and operation of grant program.

To direct the Election Assistance Commission to establish a program to make grants to States to provide enhanced pay for election workers, and for other purposes. ``(b) Amount of Payment.-- ``(1) Amount.--The amount of a payment made to a State under the program established under this part shall be equal to the greater of-- ``(A) the reasonable costs the State expects to incur in providing enhanced pay for election workers, as determined by the Commission taking into account the information provided by the State in the plan described in section 297A; or ``(B) the minimum payment amount described in paragraph (2) with respect to the fiscal year. ``(2) Minimum payment amount.--The minimum payment amount described in this paragraph with respect to a fiscal year is equal to one-half of 1 percent of the aggregate amount made available during the fiscal year for payments under the program established under this part. ``(c) Application.--In order to be eligible to receive a payment under the program established under this part, a State shall submit to the Commission, at such time and in such form as the Commission may require, an application containing a description of a plan for how the State will use the payment to provide enhanced pay to election workers, as described in section 297A, together with such other information and assurances as the Commission may require. ``(4) The procedures for carrying out the plan, including the extent to which State and local election officials will be responsible for carrying out the plan. 297C. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents of such Act is amended by adding at the end of the items relating to part D of title II the following: ``Part 7--Enhanced Pay for Election Workers ``Sec.

S.2996

Energy

Alaska Offshore Parity Act This bill requires the Department of the Treasury to share more revenues derived from energy and mineral development in the Alaska Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) region with Alaska and its coastal political subdivisions. Currently, only revenue generated by certain nearshore areas of the OCS is shared with Alaska. Alaska may use the funding from such revenue for coastal protection, coastal infrastructure, systems to reduce energy costs and greenhouse gas emissions, programs at institutions of higher education, and other related purposes.

To provide for the distribution of certain outer Continental Shelf revenues to the State of Alaska, 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 ``Alaska Offshore Parity Act''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Coastal political subdivision.--The term ``coastal political subdivision'' means-- (A) a county-equivalent subdivision of the State-- (i) all or part of which lies within the coastal zone (as defined in section 304 of the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 (16 U.S.C. 1453)) of the State; and (ii) the closest coastal point of which is not more than 200 nautical miles from the geographical center of any leased tract in the Alaska outer Continental Shelf region; and (B) a municipal subdivision of the State that is determined by the State to be a significant staging area for oil and gas servicing, supply vessels, operations, suppliers, or workers. (2) Institution of higher education.--The term ``institution of higher education'' has the meaning given the term in section 102 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1002). (3) Qualified revenues.-- (A) In general.--The term ``qualified revenues'' means all revenues derived from all rentals, royalties, bonus bids, and other sums due and payable to the United States from energy development in the Alaska outer Continental Shelf region. (B) Exclusions.--The term ``qualified revenues'' does not include-- (i) revenues generated from leases subject to section 8(g) of the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (43 U.S.C. 1337(g)); or (ii) revenues from the forfeiture of a bond or other surety securing obligations other than royalties, civil penalties, or royalties taken by the Secretary in-kind and not sold. (4) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior. (5) State.--The term ``State'' means the State of Alaska. SEC. 3. DISPOSITION OF QUALIFIED REVENUES IN ALASKA. (a) In General.--Notwithstanding section 9 of the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (43 U.S.C. 1338) and subject to the other provisions of this section, for fiscal year 2022 and each fiscal year thereafter, the Secretary of the Treasury shall deposit-- (1) 50 percent of qualified revenues in the general fund of the Treasury; <DELETED> (2) 42.5 percent of qualified revenues in a special account in the Treasury, to be distributed by the Secretary to the State; and</DELETED> <DELETED> (3) 7.5 percent of qualified revenues in a special account in the Treasury, to be distributed by the Secretary to coastal political subdivisions.</DELETED> (2) 30 percent of qualified revenues in a special account in the Treasury, to be distributed by the Secretary to the State; (3) 7.5 percent of qualified revenues in a special account in the Treasury, to be distributed by the Secretary to coastal political subdivisions; and (4) 12.5 percent of qualified revenues in the National Oceans and Coastal Security Fund established under section 904(a) of the National Oceans and Coastal Security Act (16 U.S.C. 7503(a)). (b) Allocation Among Coastal Political Subdivisions.--Of the amount paid by the Secretary to coastal political subdivisions under subsection (a)(3)-- (1) 90 percent shall be allocated among costal political subdivisions described in section 2(1)(A) in amounts (based on a formula established by the Secretary by regulation) that are inversely proportional to the respective distances between the point in each coastal political subdivision that is closest to the geographic center of the applicable leased tract and not more than 200 miles from the geographic center of the leased tract; and (2) 10 percent shall be divided equally among each coastal political subdivision described in section 2(1)(B). (c) Timing.--The amounts required to be deposited under subsection (a) for the applicable fiscal year shall be made available in accordance with that subsection during the fiscal year immediately following the applicable fiscal year. (d) Authorized Uses.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), the State shall use all amounts received under subsection (a)(2) in accordance with all applicable Federal and State laws, for 1 or more of the following purposes: (A) Projects and activities for the purposes of coastal protection, conservation, and restoration, including onshore infrastructure and relocation of communities directly affected by coastal erosion, melting permafrost, or climate change-related losses. (B) Mitigation of damage to fish, wildlife, or natural resources. (C) Mitigation of the impact of outer Continental Shelf activities through the funding of onshore infrastructure projects and related rights-of-way. (D) Adaptation planning, vulnerability assessments, and emergency preparedness assistance to build healthy and resilient communities. (E) Installation and operation of energy systems to reduce energy costs and greenhouse gas emissions compared to systems in use as of the date of enactment of this Act. (F) Programs at institutions of higher education in the State. (G) Other purposes, as determined by the Governor of the State, with approval from the State legislature. (H) Planning assistance and the administrative costs of complying with this section. (2) Limitation.--Not more than 3 percent of amounts received by the State under subsection (a)(2) may be used for the purposes described in paragraph (1)(H). (e) Administration.--Amounts made available under paragraphs (2) and (3) of subsection (a) shall-- (1) be made available, without further appropriation, in accordance with this section; (2) remain available until expended; and (3) be in addition to any amounts appropriated under any other provision of law. (f) Reporting Requirement for Fiscal Year 2023 and Thereafter.-- (1) In general.--Beginning with fiscal year 2023, not later than 180 days after the end of each fiscal year in which the State receives amounts under subsection (a)(2), the State shall submit to the Secretary a report that describes the use of the amounts by the State during the preceding fiscal year covered by the report. (2) Public availability.--On receipt of a report required under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall make the report available to the public on the website of the Department of the Interior. (3) Limitation.--If the State fails to submit the report required under paragraph (1) by the deadline specified in that paragraph, any amounts that would otherwise be provided to the State under subsection (a)(2) for the succeeding fiscal year shall be withheld for the succeeding fiscal year until the date on which the report is submitted. (4) Contents of report.--Each report required under paragraph (1) shall include, for each project funded in whole or in part using amounts received under subsection (a)(2)-- (A) the name and description of the project; (B) the amount received under subsection (a)(2) that is allocated to the project; and (C) a description of how each project is consistent with the authorized uses under subsection (d). (5) Clarification.--Nothing in this subsection-- (A) requires or provides authority for the Secretary to delay, modify, or withhold payment under this subsection, other than for failure to submit a report as required under this subsection; (B) requires or provides authority for the Secretary to review or approve uses of funds reported under this subsection; (C) requires or provides authority for the Secretary to approve individual projects that receive funds reported under this subsection; (D) requires the State to obtain the approval of, or review by, the Secretary prior to spending funds disbursed under subsection (a)(2); (E) requires or provides authority for the Secretary to issue guidance relating to the contents of, or to determine the completeness of, the report required under this subsection; (F) requires the State to obligate or expend funds disbursed under subsection (a)(2) by a certain date; or (G) requires or provides authority for the Secretary to request the State to return unobligated funds. Calendar No. 552 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 2996 [Report No. 117-201] _______________________________________________________________________

Alaska Offshore Parity Act

A bill to provide for the distribution of certain outer Continental Shelf revenues to the State of Alaska, and for other purposes.

Alaska Offshore Parity Act Alaska Offshore Parity Act

Sen. Murkowski, Lisa

R

AK

This bill requires the Department of the Treasury to share more revenues derived from energy and mineral development in the Alaska Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) region with Alaska and its coastal political subdivisions. Currently, only revenue generated by certain nearshore areas of the OCS is shared with Alaska. Alaska may use the funding from such revenue for coastal protection, coastal infrastructure, systems to reduce energy costs and greenhouse gas emissions, programs at institutions of higher education, and other related purposes.

2. In this Act: (1) Coastal political subdivision.--The term ``coastal political subdivision'' means-- (A) a county-equivalent subdivision of the State-- (i) all or part of which lies within the coastal zone (as defined in section 304 of the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 (16 U.S.C. (4) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior. (5) State.--The term ``State'' means the State of Alaska. SEC. 3. DISPOSITION OF QUALIFIED REVENUES IN ALASKA. (c) Timing.--The amounts required to be deposited under subsection (a) for the applicable fiscal year shall be made available in accordance with that subsection during the fiscal year immediately following the applicable fiscal year. (C) Mitigation of the impact of outer Continental Shelf activities through the funding of onshore infrastructure projects and related rights-of-way. (E) Installation and operation of energy systems to reduce energy costs and greenhouse gas emissions compared to systems in use as of the date of enactment of this Act. (F) Programs at institutions of higher education in the State. (2) Limitation.--Not more than 3 percent of amounts received by the State under subsection (a)(2) may be used for the purposes described in paragraph (1)(H). (5) Clarification.--Nothing in this subsection-- (A) requires or provides authority for the Secretary to delay, modify, or withhold payment under this subsection, other than for failure to submit a report as required under this subsection; (B) requires or provides authority for the Secretary to review or approve uses of funds reported under this subsection; (C) requires or provides authority for the Secretary to approve individual projects that receive funds reported under this subsection; (D) requires the State to obtain the approval of, or review by, the Secretary prior to spending funds disbursed under subsection (a)(2); (E) requires or provides authority for the Secretary to issue guidance relating to the contents of, or to determine the completeness of, the report required under this subsection; (F) requires the State to obligate or expend funds disbursed under subsection (a)(2) by a certain date; or (G) requires or provides authority for the Secretary to request the State to return unobligated funds.

2. In this Act: (1) Coastal political subdivision.--The term ``coastal political subdivision'' means-- (A) a county-equivalent subdivision of the State-- (i) all or part of which lies within the coastal zone (as defined in section 304 of the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 (16 U.S.C. (4) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior. (5) State.--The term ``State'' means the State of Alaska. SEC. 3. DISPOSITION OF QUALIFIED REVENUES IN ALASKA. (c) Timing.--The amounts required to be deposited under subsection (a) for the applicable fiscal year shall be made available in accordance with that subsection during the fiscal year immediately following the applicable fiscal year. (C) Mitigation of the impact of outer Continental Shelf activities through the funding of onshore infrastructure projects and related rights-of-way. (E) Installation and operation of energy systems to reduce energy costs and greenhouse gas emissions compared to systems in use as of the date of enactment of this Act. (F) Programs at institutions of higher education in the State. (2) Limitation.--Not more than 3 percent of amounts received by the State under subsection (a)(2) may be used for the purposes described in paragraph (1)(H). (5) Clarification.--Nothing in this subsection-- (A) requires or provides authority for the Secretary to delay, modify, or withhold payment under this subsection, other than for failure to submit a report as required under this subsection; (B) requires or provides authority for the Secretary to review or approve uses of funds reported under this subsection; (C) requires or provides authority for the Secretary to approve individual projects that receive funds reported under this subsection; (D) requires the State to obtain the approval of, or review by, the Secretary prior to spending funds disbursed under subsection (a)(2); (E) requires or provides authority for the Secretary to issue guidance relating to the contents of, or to determine the completeness of, the report required under this subsection; (F) requires the State to obligate or expend funds disbursed under subsection (a)(2) by a certain date; or (G) requires or provides authority for the Secretary to request the State to return unobligated funds.

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) Coastal political subdivision.--The term ``coastal political subdivision'' means-- (A) a county-equivalent subdivision of the State-- (i) all or part of which lies within the coastal zone (as defined in section 304 of the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 (16 U.S.C. 1453)) of the State; and (ii) the closest coastal point of which is not more than 200 nautical miles from the geographical center of any leased tract in the Alaska outer Continental Shelf region; and (B) a municipal subdivision of the State that is determined by the State to be a significant staging area for oil and gas servicing, supply vessels, operations, suppliers, or workers. 1002). 1337(g)); or (ii) revenues from the forfeiture of a bond or other surety securing obligations other than royalties, civil penalties, or royalties taken by the Secretary in-kind and not sold. (4) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior. (5) State.--The term ``State'' means the State of Alaska. SEC. 3. DISPOSITION OF QUALIFIED REVENUES IN ALASKA. (a) In General.--Notwithstanding section 9 of the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (43 U.S.C. 1338) and subject to the other provisions of this section, for fiscal year 2022 and each fiscal year thereafter, the Secretary of the Treasury shall deposit-- (1) 50 percent of qualified revenues in the general fund of the Treasury; <DELETED> (2) 42.5 percent of qualified revenues in a special account in the Treasury, to be distributed by the Secretary to the State; and</DELETED> <DELETED> (3) 7.5 percent of qualified revenues in a special account in the Treasury, to be distributed by the Secretary to coastal political subdivisions.</DELETED> (2) 30 percent of qualified revenues in a special account in the Treasury, to be distributed by the Secretary to the State; (3) 7.5 percent of qualified revenues in a special account in the Treasury, to be distributed by the Secretary to coastal political subdivisions; and (4) 12.5 percent of qualified revenues in the National Oceans and Coastal Security Fund established under section 904(a) of the National Oceans and Coastal Security Act (16 U.S.C. 7503(a)). (c) Timing.--The amounts required to be deposited under subsection (a) for the applicable fiscal year shall be made available in accordance with that subsection during the fiscal year immediately following the applicable fiscal year. (B) Mitigation of damage to fish, wildlife, or natural resources. (C) Mitigation of the impact of outer Continental Shelf activities through the funding of onshore infrastructure projects and related rights-of-way. (D) Adaptation planning, vulnerability assessments, and emergency preparedness assistance to build healthy and resilient communities. (E) Installation and operation of energy systems to reduce energy costs and greenhouse gas emissions compared to systems in use as of the date of enactment of this Act. (F) Programs at institutions of higher education in the State. (2) Limitation.--Not more than 3 percent of amounts received by the State under subsection (a)(2) may be used for the purposes described in paragraph (1)(H). (2) Public availability.--On receipt of a report required under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall make the report available to the public on the website of the Department of the Interior. (5) Clarification.--Nothing in this subsection-- (A) requires or provides authority for the Secretary to delay, modify, or withhold payment under this subsection, other than for failure to submit a report as required under this subsection; (B) requires or provides authority for the Secretary to review or approve uses of funds reported under this subsection; (C) requires or provides authority for the Secretary to approve individual projects that receive funds reported under this subsection; (D) requires the State to obtain the approval of, or review by, the Secretary prior to spending funds disbursed under subsection (a)(2); (E) requires or provides authority for the Secretary to issue guidance relating to the contents of, or to determine the completeness of, the report required under this subsection; (F) requires the State to obligate or expend funds disbursed under subsection (a)(2) by a certain date; or (G) requires or provides authority for the Secretary to request the State to return unobligated funds. Calendar No. 552 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 2996 [Report No. 117-201] _______________________________________________________________________

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Alaska Offshore Parity Act''. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Coastal political subdivision.--The term ``coastal political subdivision'' means-- (A) a county-equivalent subdivision of the State-- (i) all or part of which lies within the coastal zone (as defined in section 304 of the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 (16 U.S.C. 1453)) of the State; and (ii) the closest coastal point of which is not more than 200 nautical miles from the geographical center of any leased tract in the Alaska outer Continental Shelf region; and (B) a municipal subdivision of the State that is determined by the State to be a significant staging area for oil and gas servicing, supply vessels, operations, suppliers, or workers. 1002). 1337(g)); or (ii) revenues from the forfeiture of a bond or other surety securing obligations other than royalties, civil penalties, or royalties taken by the Secretary in-kind and not sold. (4) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior. (5) State.--The term ``State'' means the State of Alaska. SEC. 3. DISPOSITION OF QUALIFIED REVENUES IN ALASKA. (a) In General.--Notwithstanding section 9 of the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (43 U.S.C. 1338) and subject to the other provisions of this section, for fiscal year 2022 and each fiscal year thereafter, the Secretary of the Treasury shall deposit-- (1) 50 percent of qualified revenues in the general fund of the Treasury; <DELETED> (2) 42.5 percent of qualified revenues in a special account in the Treasury, to be distributed by the Secretary to the State; and</DELETED> <DELETED> (3) 7.5 percent of qualified revenues in a special account in the Treasury, to be distributed by the Secretary to coastal political subdivisions.</DELETED> (2) 30 percent of qualified revenues in a special account in the Treasury, to be distributed by the Secretary to the State; (3) 7.5 percent of qualified revenues in a special account in the Treasury, to be distributed by the Secretary to coastal political subdivisions; and (4) 12.5 percent of qualified revenues in the National Oceans and Coastal Security Fund established under section 904(a) of the National Oceans and Coastal Security Act (16 U.S.C. 7503(a)). (b) Allocation Among Coastal Political Subdivisions.--Of the amount paid by the Secretary to coastal political subdivisions under subsection (a)(3)-- (1) 90 percent shall be allocated among costal political subdivisions described in section 2(1)(A) in amounts (based on a formula established by the Secretary by regulation) that are inversely proportional to the respective distances between the point in each coastal political subdivision that is closest to the geographic center of the applicable leased tract and not more than 200 miles from the geographic center of the leased tract; and (2) 10 percent shall be divided equally among each coastal political subdivision described in section 2(1)(B). (c) Timing.--The amounts required to be deposited under subsection (a) for the applicable fiscal year shall be made available in accordance with that subsection during the fiscal year immediately following the applicable fiscal year. (B) Mitigation of damage to fish, wildlife, or natural resources. (C) Mitigation of the impact of outer Continental Shelf activities through the funding of onshore infrastructure projects and related rights-of-way. (D) Adaptation planning, vulnerability assessments, and emergency preparedness assistance to build healthy and resilient communities. (E) Installation and operation of energy systems to reduce energy costs and greenhouse gas emissions compared to systems in use as of the date of enactment of this Act. (F) Programs at institutions of higher education in the State. (2) Limitation.--Not more than 3 percent of amounts received by the State under subsection (a)(2) may be used for the purposes described in paragraph (1)(H). (2) Public availability.--On receipt of a report required under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall make the report available to the public on the website of the Department of the Interior. (3) Limitation.--If the State fails to submit the report required under paragraph (1) by the deadline specified in that paragraph, any amounts that would otherwise be provided to the State under subsection (a)(2) for the succeeding fiscal year shall be withheld for the succeeding fiscal year until the date on which the report is submitted. (4) Contents of report.--Each report required under paragraph (1) shall include, for each project funded in whole or in part using amounts received under subsection (a)(2)-- (A) the name and description of the project; (B) the amount received under subsection (a)(2) that is allocated to the project; and (C) a description of how each project is consistent with the authorized uses under subsection (d). (5) Clarification.--Nothing in this subsection-- (A) requires or provides authority for the Secretary to delay, modify, or withhold payment under this subsection, other than for failure to submit a report as required under this subsection; (B) requires or provides authority for the Secretary to review or approve uses of funds reported under this subsection; (C) requires or provides authority for the Secretary to approve individual projects that receive funds reported under this subsection; (D) requires the State to obtain the approval of, or review by, the Secretary prior to spending funds disbursed under subsection (a)(2); (E) requires or provides authority for the Secretary to issue guidance relating to the contents of, or to determine the completeness of, the report required under this subsection; (F) requires the State to obligate or expend funds disbursed under subsection (a)(2) by a certain date; or (G) requires or provides authority for the Secretary to request the State to return unobligated funds. Calendar No. 552 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 2996 [Report No. 117-201] _______________________________________________________________________

To provide for the distribution of certain outer Continental Shelf revenues to the State of Alaska, and for other purposes. 3) Qualified revenues.-- (A) In general.--The term ``qualified revenues'' means all revenues derived from all rentals, royalties, bonus bids, and other sums due and payable to the United States from energy development in the Alaska outer Continental Shelf region. (B) Exclusions.--The term ``qualified revenues'' does not include-- (i) revenues generated from leases subject to section 8(g) of the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (43 U.S.C. 1337(g)); or (ii) revenues from the forfeiture of a bond or other surety securing obligations other than royalties, civil penalties, or royalties taken by the Secretary in-kind and not sold. ( 4) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior. ( c) Timing.--The amounts required to be deposited under subsection (a) for the applicable fiscal year shall be made available in accordance with that subsection during the fiscal year immediately following the applicable fiscal year. ( C) Mitigation of the impact of outer Continental Shelf activities through the funding of onshore infrastructure projects and related rights-of-way. (D) Adaptation planning, vulnerability assessments, and emergency preparedness assistance to build healthy and resilient communities. ( 2) Limitation.--Not more than 3 percent of amounts received by the State under subsection (a)(2) may be used for the purposes described in paragraph (1)(H). ( (2) Public availability.--On receipt of a report required under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall make the report available to the public on the website of the Department of the Interior. ( 4) Contents of report.--Each report required under paragraph (1) shall include, for each project funded in whole or in part using amounts received under subsection (a)(2)-- (A) the name and description of the project; (B) the amount received under subsection (a)(2) that is allocated to the project; and (C) a description of how each project is consistent with the authorized uses under subsection (d). 552 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 2996 [Report No. 117-201] _______________________________________________________________________

To provide for the distribution of certain outer Continental Shelf revenues to the State of Alaska, and for other purposes. B) Exclusions.--The term ``qualified revenues'' does not include-- (i) revenues generated from leases subject to section 8(g) of the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (43 U.S.C. 1337(g)); or (ii) revenues from the forfeiture of a bond or other surety securing obligations other than royalties, civil penalties, or royalties taken by the Secretary in-kind and not sold. ( c) Timing.--The amounts required to be deposited under subsection (a) for the applicable fiscal year shall be made available in accordance with that subsection during the fiscal year immediately following the applicable fiscal year. (d) Authorized Uses.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), the State shall use all amounts received under subsection (a)(2) in accordance with all applicable Federal and State laws, for 1 or more of the following purposes: (A) Projects and activities for the purposes of coastal protection, conservation, and restoration, including onshore infrastructure and relocation of communities directly affected by coastal erosion, melting permafrost, or climate change-related losses. ( C) Mitigation of the impact of outer Continental Shelf activities through the funding of onshore infrastructure projects and related rights-of-way. ( f) Reporting Requirement for Fiscal Year 2023 and Thereafter.-- (1) In general.--Beginning with fiscal year 2023, not later than 180 days after the end of each fiscal year in which the State receives amounts under subsection (a)(2), the State shall submit to the Secretary a report that describes the use of the amounts by the State during the preceding fiscal year covered by the report. ( (3) Limitation.--If the State fails to submit the report required under paragraph (1) by the deadline specified in that paragraph, any amounts that would otherwise be provided to the State under subsection (a)(2) for the succeeding fiscal year shall be withheld for the succeeding fiscal year until the date on which the report is submitted. ( 4) Contents of report.--Each report required under paragraph (1) shall include, for each project funded in whole or in part using amounts received under subsection (a)(2)-- (A) the name and description of the project; (B) the amount received under subsection (a)(2) that is allocated to the project; and (C) a description of how each project is consistent with the authorized uses under subsection (d). (

To provide for the distribution of certain outer Continental Shelf revenues to the State of Alaska, and for other purposes. B) Exclusions.--The term ``qualified revenues'' does not include-- (i) revenues generated from leases subject to section 8(g) of the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (43 U.S.C. 1337(g)); or (ii) revenues from the forfeiture of a bond or other surety securing obligations other than royalties, civil penalties, or royalties taken by the Secretary in-kind and not sold. ( c) Timing.--The amounts required to be deposited under subsection (a) for the applicable fiscal year shall be made available in accordance with that subsection during the fiscal year immediately following the applicable fiscal year. (d) Authorized Uses.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), the State shall use all amounts received under subsection (a)(2) in accordance with all applicable Federal and State laws, for 1 or more of the following purposes: (A) Projects and activities for the purposes of coastal protection, conservation, and restoration, including onshore infrastructure and relocation of communities directly affected by coastal erosion, melting permafrost, or climate change-related losses. ( C) Mitigation of the impact of outer Continental Shelf activities through the funding of onshore infrastructure projects and related rights-of-way. ( f) Reporting Requirement for Fiscal Year 2023 and Thereafter.-- (1) In general.--Beginning with fiscal year 2023, not later than 180 days after the end of each fiscal year in which the State receives amounts under subsection (a)(2), the State shall submit to the Secretary a report that describes the use of the amounts by the State during the preceding fiscal year covered by the report. ( (3) Limitation.--If the State fails to submit the report required under paragraph (1) by the deadline specified in that paragraph, any amounts that would otherwise be provided to the State under subsection (a)(2) for the succeeding fiscal year shall be withheld for the succeeding fiscal year until the date on which the report is submitted. ( 4) Contents of report.--Each report required under paragraph (1) shall include, for each project funded in whole or in part using amounts received under subsection (a)(2)-- (A) the name and description of the project; (B) the amount received under subsection (a)(2) that is allocated to the project; and (C) a description of how each project is consistent with the authorized uses under subsection (d). (

To provide for the distribution of certain outer Continental Shelf revenues to the State of Alaska, and for other purposes. 3) Qualified revenues.-- (A) In general.--The term ``qualified revenues'' means all revenues derived from all rentals, royalties, bonus bids, and other sums due and payable to the United States from energy development in the Alaska outer Continental Shelf region. (B) Exclusions.--The term ``qualified revenues'' does not include-- (i) revenues generated from leases subject to section 8(g) of the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (43 U.S.C. 1337(g)); or (ii) revenues from the forfeiture of a bond or other surety securing obligations other than royalties, civil penalties, or royalties taken by the Secretary in-kind and not sold. ( 4) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior. ( c) Timing.--The amounts required to be deposited under subsection (a) for the applicable fiscal year shall be made available in accordance with that subsection during the fiscal year immediately following the applicable fiscal year. ( C) Mitigation of the impact of outer Continental Shelf activities through the funding of onshore infrastructure projects and related rights-of-way. (D) Adaptation planning, vulnerability assessments, and emergency preparedness assistance to build healthy and resilient communities. ( 2) Limitation.--Not more than 3 percent of amounts received by the State under subsection (a)(2) may be used for the purposes described in paragraph (1)(H). ( (2) Public availability.--On receipt of a report required under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall make the report available to the public on the website of the Department of the Interior. ( 4) Contents of report.--Each report required under paragraph (1) shall include, for each project funded in whole or in part using amounts received under subsection (a)(2)-- (A) the name and description of the project; (B) the amount received under subsection (a)(2) that is allocated to the project; and (C) a description of how each project is consistent with the authorized uses under subsection (d). 552 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 2996 [Report No. 117-201] _______________________________________________________________________

To provide for the distribution of certain outer Continental Shelf revenues to the State of Alaska, and for other purposes. B) Exclusions.--The term ``qualified revenues'' does not include-- (i) revenues generated from leases subject to section 8(g) of the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (43 U.S.C. 1337(g)); or (ii) revenues from the forfeiture of a bond or other surety securing obligations other than royalties, civil penalties, or royalties taken by the Secretary in-kind and not sold. ( c) Timing.--The amounts required to be deposited under subsection (a) for the applicable fiscal year shall be made available in accordance with that subsection during the fiscal year immediately following the applicable fiscal year. (d) Authorized Uses.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), the State shall use all amounts received under subsection (a)(2) in accordance with all applicable Federal and State laws, for 1 or more of the following purposes: (A) Projects and activities for the purposes of coastal protection, conservation, and restoration, including onshore infrastructure and relocation of communities directly affected by coastal erosion, melting permafrost, or climate change-related losses. ( C) Mitigation of the impact of outer Continental Shelf activities through the funding of onshore infrastructure projects and related rights-of-way. ( f) Reporting Requirement for Fiscal Year 2023 and Thereafter.-- (1) In general.--Beginning with fiscal year 2023, not later than 180 days after the end of each fiscal year in which the State receives amounts under subsection (a)(2), the State shall submit to the Secretary a report that describes the use of the amounts by the State during the preceding fiscal year covered by the report. ( (3) Limitation.--If the State fails to submit the report required under paragraph (1) by the deadline specified in that paragraph, any amounts that would otherwise be provided to the State under subsection (a)(2) for the succeeding fiscal year shall be withheld for the succeeding fiscal year until the date on which the report is submitted. ( 4) Contents of report.--Each report required under paragraph (1) shall include, for each project funded in whole or in part using amounts received under subsection (a)(2)-- (A) the name and description of the project; (B) the amount received under subsection (a)(2) that is allocated to the project; and (C) a description of how each project is consistent with the authorized uses under subsection (d). (

To provide for the distribution of certain outer Continental Shelf revenues to the State of Alaska, and for other purposes. 3) Qualified revenues.-- (A) In general.--The term ``qualified revenues'' means all revenues derived from all rentals, royalties, bonus bids, and other sums due and payable to the United States from energy development in the Alaska outer Continental Shelf region. (B) Exclusions.--The term ``qualified revenues'' does not include-- (i) revenues generated from leases subject to section 8(g) of the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (43 U.S.C. 1337(g)); or (ii) revenues from the forfeiture of a bond or other surety securing obligations other than royalties, civil penalties, or royalties taken by the Secretary in-kind and not sold. ( 4) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior. ( c) Timing.--The amounts required to be deposited under subsection (a) for the applicable fiscal year shall be made available in accordance with that subsection during the fiscal year immediately following the applicable fiscal year. ( C) Mitigation of the impact of outer Continental Shelf activities through the funding of onshore infrastructure projects and related rights-of-way. (D) Adaptation planning, vulnerability assessments, and emergency preparedness assistance to build healthy and resilient communities. ( 2) Limitation.--Not more than 3 percent of amounts received by the State under subsection (a)(2) may be used for the purposes described in paragraph (1)(H). ( (2) Public availability.--On receipt of a report required under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall make the report available to the public on the website of the Department of the Interior. ( 4) Contents of report.--Each report required under paragraph (1) shall include, for each project funded in whole or in part using amounts received under subsection (a)(2)-- (A) the name and description of the project; (B) the amount received under subsection (a)(2) that is allocated to the project; and (C) a description of how each project is consistent with the authorized uses under subsection (d). 552 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 2996 [Report No. 117-201] _______________________________________________________________________

To provide for the distribution of certain outer Continental Shelf revenues to the State of Alaska, and for other purposes. B) Exclusions.--The term ``qualified revenues'' does not include-- (i) revenues generated from leases subject to section 8(g) of the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (43 U.S.C. 1337(g)); or (ii) revenues from the forfeiture of a bond or other surety securing obligations other than royalties, civil penalties, or royalties taken by the Secretary in-kind and not sold. ( c) Timing.--The amounts required to be deposited under subsection (a) for the applicable fiscal year shall be made available in accordance with that subsection during the fiscal year immediately following the applicable fiscal year. (d) Authorized Uses.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), the State shall use all amounts received under subsection (a)(2) in accordance with all applicable Federal and State laws, for 1 or more of the following purposes: (A) Projects and activities for the purposes of coastal protection, conservation, and restoration, including onshore infrastructure and relocation of communities directly affected by coastal erosion, melting permafrost, or climate change-related losses. ( C) Mitigation of the impact of outer Continental Shelf activities through the funding of onshore infrastructure projects and related rights-of-way. ( f) Reporting Requirement for Fiscal Year 2023 and Thereafter.-- (1) In general.--Beginning with fiscal year 2023, not later than 180 days after the end of each fiscal year in which the State receives amounts under subsection (a)(2), the State shall submit to the Secretary a report that describes the use of the amounts by the State during the preceding fiscal year covered by the report. ( (3) Limitation.--If the State fails to submit the report required under paragraph (1) by the deadline specified in that paragraph, any amounts that would otherwise be provided to the State under subsection (a)(2) for the succeeding fiscal year shall be withheld for the succeeding fiscal year until the date on which the report is submitted. ( 4) Contents of report.--Each report required under paragraph (1) shall include, for each project funded in whole or in part using amounts received under subsection (a)(2)-- (A) the name and description of the project; (B) the amount received under subsection (a)(2) that is allocated to the project; and (C) a description of how each project is consistent with the authorized uses under subsection (d). (

To provide for the distribution of certain outer Continental Shelf revenues to the State of Alaska, and for other purposes. 3) Qualified revenues.-- (A) In general.--The term ``qualified revenues'' means all revenues derived from all rentals, royalties, bonus bids, and other sums due and payable to the United States from energy development in the Alaska outer Continental Shelf region. (B) Exclusions.--The term ``qualified revenues'' does not include-- (i) revenues generated from leases subject to section 8(g) of the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (43 U.S.C. 1337(g)); or (ii) revenues from the forfeiture of a bond or other surety securing obligations other than royalties, civil penalties, or royalties taken by the Secretary in-kind and not sold. ( 4) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior. ( c) Timing.--The amounts required to be deposited under subsection (a) for the applicable fiscal year shall be made available in accordance with that subsection during the fiscal year immediately following the applicable fiscal year. ( C) Mitigation of the impact of outer Continental Shelf activities through the funding of onshore infrastructure projects and related rights-of-way. (D) Adaptation planning, vulnerability assessments, and emergency preparedness assistance to build healthy and resilient communities. ( 2) Limitation.--Not more than 3 percent of amounts received by the State under subsection (a)(2) may be used for the purposes described in paragraph (1)(H). ( (2) Public availability.--On receipt of a report required under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall make the report available to the public on the website of the Department of the Interior. ( 4) Contents of report.--Each report required under paragraph (1) shall include, for each project funded in whole or in part using amounts received under subsection (a)(2)-- (A) the name and description of the project; (B) the amount received under subsection (a)(2) that is allocated to the project; and (C) a description of how each project is consistent with the authorized uses under subsection (d). 552 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 2996 [Report No. 117-201] _______________________________________________________________________

To provide for the distribution of certain outer Continental Shelf revenues to the State of Alaska, and for other purposes. f) Reporting Requirement for Fiscal Year 2023 and Thereafter.-- (1) In general.--Beginning with fiscal year 2023, not later than 180 days after the end of each fiscal year in which the State receives amounts under subsection (a)(2), the State shall submit to the Secretary a report that describes the use of the amounts by the State during the preceding fiscal year covered by the report. ( ( ( 4) Contents of report.--Each report required under paragraph (1) shall include, for each project funded in whole or in part using amounts received under subsection (a)(2)-- (A) the name and description of the project; (B) the amount received under subsection (a)(2) that is allocated to the project; and (C) a description of how each project is consistent with the authorized uses under subsection (d). (

To provide for the distribution of certain outer Continental Shelf revenues to the State of Alaska, and for other purposes. 3) Qualified revenues.-- (A) In general.--The term ``qualified revenues'' means all revenues derived from all rentals, royalties, bonus bids, and other sums due and payable to the United States from energy development in the Alaska outer Continental Shelf region. (B) Exclusions.--The term ``qualified revenues'' does not include-- (i) revenues generated from leases subject to section 8(g) of the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (43 U.S.C. 1337(g)); or (ii) revenues from the forfeiture of a bond or other surety securing obligations other than royalties, civil penalties, or royalties taken by the Secretary in-kind and not sold. ( 4) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior. ( c) Timing.--The amounts required to be deposited under subsection (a) for the applicable fiscal year shall be made available in accordance with that subsection during the fiscal year immediately following the applicable fiscal year. ( C) Mitigation of the impact of outer Continental Shelf activities through the funding of onshore infrastructure projects and related rights-of-way. (D) Adaptation planning, vulnerability assessments, and emergency preparedness assistance to build healthy and resilient communities. ( 2) Limitation.--Not more than 3 percent of amounts received by the State under subsection (a)(2) may be used for the purposes described in paragraph (1)(H). ( (2) Public availability.--On receipt of a report required under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall make the report available to the public on the website of the Department of the Interior. ( 4) Contents of report.--Each report required under paragraph (1) shall include, for each project funded in whole or in part using amounts received under subsection (a)(2)-- (A) the name and description of the project; (B) the amount received under subsection (a)(2) that is allocated to the project; and (C) a description of how each project is consistent with the authorized uses under subsection (d). 552 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 2996 [Report No. 117-201] _______________________________________________________________________

H.R.1542

Energy

Renewable Fuel Infrastructure Investment and Market Expansion Act of 2021 This bill establishes programs and requirements to expand access to renewable fuel. Specifically, the U.S. Department of Agriculture must establish a program to award grants for the deployment of renewable fuel infrastructure as specified by this bill. In addition, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) must finalize a 2021 proposed rule titled E 15 Fuel Dispenser Labeling and Compatibility With Underground Storage Tanks. When finalizing the rule, the EPA must eliminate the labeling requirements for fuel pumps that dispense E 15 fuel (i.e., gasoline that contains 15% ethanol).

To amend the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002 to provide grants for deployment of renewable fuel infrastructure, to finalize proposed rules relating to requirements for E15 fuel dispenser labeling and underground storage tank compatibility, 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 ``Renewable Fuel Infrastructure Investment and Market Expansion Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. GRANTS FOR DEPLOYMENT OF RENEWABLE FUEL INFRASTRUCTURE. Title IX of the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002 (7 U.S.C. 8101 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 9015. RENEWABLE FUEL INFRASTRUCTURE GRANT PROGRAM. ``(a) Definition of Eligible Entity.--In this section, the term `eligible entity' means-- ``(1) a State or unit of local government; ``(2) a Tribal government; ``(3) an authority, agency, partnership, or instrumentality of an entity described in paragraph (1) or (2); and ``(4) a group of entities described in paragraphs (1) through (3). ``(b) Establishment.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this section, the Secretary shall establish a grant program to award grants to eligible entities to carry out the activities described in subsection (e). ``(c) Applications.--An eligible entity desiring a grant under this section shall submit to the Secretary an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Secretary may require. ``(d) Eligibility Criteria.--In selecting an eligible entity to receive a grant under this section, the Secretary shall consider the extent to which the application of the eligible entity proposes-- ``(1) to convert existing pump infrastructure to deliver ethanol blends with greater than 10 percent ethanol; ``(2) to diversify the geographic area selling ethanol blends with greater than 10 percent ethanol; ``(3) to support existing or emerging biodiesel, bioheat, and sustainable aviation fuel markets that have existing incentives; ``(4) to increase the use of existing fuel delivery infrastructure; ``(5) to enable or accelerate the deployment of renewable fuel infrastructure that would be unlikely to be completed without Federal assistance; and ``(6) to build and retrofit traditional and pipeline biodiesel terminal operations (including rail lines) and home heating oil distribution centers or equivalent entities-- ``(A) to blend biodiesel; and ``(B) to carry ethanol and biodiesel. ``(e) Eligible Use.--An eligible entity that receives a grant under this section may use the grant funds-- ``(1) to distribute to private or public entities for costs related to incentivizing deployment of renewable fuel infrastructure; ``(2) to convert existing pump infrastructure to deliver ethanol blends greater than 10 percent and biodiesel blends greater than 20 percent; ``(3) to install fuel pumps and related infrastructure dedicated to the distribution of higher ethanol blends (including E15 and E85) and higher biodiesel blends up to B100 at fueling locations, including-- ``(A) local fueling stations; ``(B) convenience stores; ``(C) hypermarket fueling stations; and ``(D) fleet facilities or similar entities; and ``(4) to build and retrofit traditional and pipeline biodiesel terminal operations (including rail lines) and home heating oil distribution centers or equivalent entities-- ``(A) to blend biodiesel; and ``(B) to carry ethanol and biodiesel. ``(f) Certification Requirement.--Any infrastructure used or installed with grant funds provided under this section shall be certified by the Underwriters Laboratory as infrastructure that distributes blends with an ethanol content of 25 percent or greater. ``(g) Funding.-- ``(1) Federal share.--The Federal share of the total cost of carrying out a project awarded a grant under this section shall not exceed 75 percent. ``(2) Maximum percentage for certain activities.--An eligible entity receiving a grant under this section shall ensure that Federal funds do not exceed-- ``(A) 75 percent of the per pump cost for-- ``(i) pumps that can dispense a range of ethanol blends of E85 or lower (new pumps or retrofit of existing pumps); and ``(ii) dedicated E15 or E85 pumps (new pumps or retrofit of existing pumps); ``(B) 50 percent of the terminal cost for terminals with B100 capabilities; or ``(C) 25 percent of the per tank cost for new storage tanks and related equipment associated with new facilities or additional capacity other than replacement of existing storage tanks and related equipment associated with existing facilities. ``(h) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out this section $100,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2025.''. SEC. 3. REPEAL OF E15 FUEL DISPENSER LABELING REQUIREMENTS. (a) In General.--Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (referred to in this Act as the ``Administrator'') shall finalize the proposed rule of the Administrator entitled ``E15 Fuel Dispenser Labeling and Compatibility With Underground Storage Tanks'' (86 Fed. Reg. 5094 (January 19, 2021)) with respect to the amendments proposed to be made by that rule to part 80 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the date of enactment of this Act). (b) Requirements.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Administrator shall ensure that the final rule required under that subsection-- (1) eliminates the E15 labeling requirement; (2) is published in the Federal Register; and (3) is, to the extent practicable, in compliance with all applicable provisions of chapter 5 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the ``Administrative Procedures Act'') and all other provisions of law relating to rulemaking procedures. (c) Collaboration.--In carrying out this section, the Administrator shall collaborate with the Chair of the Federal Trade Commission to harmonize the rule required under subsection (a) with related automotive fuel rating labeling requirements under section 306.10 of title 16, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). (d) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the Administrator finalizes the rule required under subsection (a), the Administrator shall submit to the Committees on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, Energy and Natural Resources, and Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committees on Agriculture, Energy and Commerce, and Science, Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives a report that summarizes the major activities taken to carry out subsections (a) and (b). SEC. 4. UPDATES TO UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANK COMPATIBILITY REQUIREMENTS. (a) In General.--Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall finalize the proposed rule of the Administrator entitled ``E15 Fuel Dispenser Labeling and Compatibility With Underground Storage Tanks'' (86 Fed. Reg. 5094 (January 19, 2021)) with respect to the amendments proposed to be made by that rule to parts 280 and 281 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the date of enactment of this Act). (b) Requirements.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Administrator shall ensure that the final rule required under that subsection-- (1) is published in the Federal Register; and (2) is, to the extent practicable, in compliance with all applicable provisions of chapter 5 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the ``Administrative Procedures Act'') and all other provisions of law relating to rulemaking procedures. (c) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the Administrator finalizes the rule required under subsection (a), the Administrator shall submit to the Committees on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, Energy and Natural Resources, and Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committees on Agriculture, Energy and Commerce, and Science, Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives a report that summarizes the major activities taken to carry out subsections (a) and (b). <all>

Renewable Fuel Infrastructure Investment and Market Expansion Act of 2021

To amend the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002 to provide grants for deployment of renewable fuel infrastructure, to finalize proposed rules relating to requirements for E15 fuel dispenser labeling and underground storage tank compatibility, and for other purposes.

Renewable Fuel Infrastructure Investment and Market Expansion Act of 2021

Rep. Axne, Cynthia

D

IA

This bill establishes programs and requirements to expand access to renewable fuel. Specifically, the U.S. Department of Agriculture must establish a program to award grants for the deployment of renewable fuel infrastructure as specified by this bill. In addition, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) must finalize a 2021 proposed rule titled E 15 Fuel Dispenser Labeling and Compatibility With Underground Storage Tanks. When finalizing the rule, the EPA must eliminate the labeling requirements for fuel pumps that dispense E 15 fuel (i.e., gasoline that contains 15% ethanol).

SHORT TITLE. 2. GRANTS FOR DEPLOYMENT OF RENEWABLE FUEL INFRASTRUCTURE. ``(a) Definition of Eligible Entity.--In this section, the term `eligible entity' means-- ``(1) a State or unit of local government; ``(2) a Tribal government; ``(3) an authority, agency, partnership, or instrumentality of an entity described in paragraph (1) or (2); and ``(4) a group of entities described in paragraphs (1) through (3). ``(2) Maximum percentage for certain activities.--An eligible entity receiving a grant under this section shall ensure that Federal funds do not exceed-- ``(A) 75 percent of the per pump cost for-- ``(i) pumps that can dispense a range of ethanol blends of E85 or lower (new pumps or retrofit of existing pumps); and ``(ii) dedicated E15 or E85 pumps (new pumps or retrofit of existing pumps); ``(B) 50 percent of the terminal cost for terminals with B100 capabilities; or ``(C) 25 percent of the per tank cost for new storage tanks and related equipment associated with new facilities or additional capacity other than replacement of existing storage tanks and related equipment associated with existing facilities. ``(h) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out this section $100,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2025.''. 3. (d) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the Administrator finalizes the rule required under subsection (a), the Administrator shall submit to the Committees on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, Energy and Natural Resources, and Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committees on Agriculture, Energy and Commerce, and Science, Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives a report that summarizes the major activities taken to carry out subsections (a) and (b). SEC. (a) In General.--Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall finalize the proposed rule of the Administrator entitled ``E15 Fuel Dispenser Labeling and Compatibility With Underground Storage Tanks'' (86 Fed. Reg. (b) Requirements.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Administrator shall ensure that the final rule required under that subsection-- (1) is published in the Federal Register; and (2) is, to the extent practicable, in compliance with all applicable provisions of chapter 5 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the ``Administrative Procedures Act'') and all other provisions of law relating to rulemaking procedures.

SHORT TITLE. 2. GRANTS FOR DEPLOYMENT OF RENEWABLE FUEL INFRASTRUCTURE. ``(a) Definition of Eligible Entity.--In this section, the term `eligible entity' means-- ``(1) a State or unit of local government; ``(2) a Tribal government; ``(3) an authority, agency, partnership, or instrumentality of an entity described in paragraph (1) or (2); and ``(4) a group of entities described in paragraphs (1) through (3). ``(2) Maximum percentage for certain activities.--An eligible entity receiving a grant under this section shall ensure that Federal funds do not exceed-- ``(A) 75 percent of the per pump cost for-- ``(i) pumps that can dispense a range of ethanol blends of E85 or lower (new pumps or retrofit of existing pumps); and ``(ii) dedicated E15 or E85 pumps (new pumps or retrofit of existing pumps); ``(B) 50 percent of the terminal cost for terminals with B100 capabilities; or ``(C) 25 percent of the per tank cost for new storage tanks and related equipment associated with new facilities or additional capacity other than replacement of existing storage tanks and related equipment associated with existing facilities. 3. (d) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the Administrator finalizes the rule required under subsection (a), the Administrator shall submit to the Committees on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, Energy and Natural Resources, and Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committees on Agriculture, Energy and Commerce, and Science, Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives a report that summarizes the major activities taken to carry out subsections (a) and (b). SEC. (a) In General.--Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall finalize the proposed rule of the Administrator entitled ``E15 Fuel Dispenser Labeling and Compatibility With Underground Storage Tanks'' (86 Fed. Reg. (b) Requirements.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Administrator shall ensure that the final rule required under that subsection-- (1) is published in the Federal Register; and (2) is, to the extent practicable, in compliance with all applicable provisions of chapter 5 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the ``Administrative Procedures Act'') and all other provisions of law relating to rulemaking procedures.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Renewable Fuel Infrastructure Investment and Market Expansion Act of 2021''. 2. GRANTS FOR DEPLOYMENT OF RENEWABLE FUEL INFRASTRUCTURE. Title IX of the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002 (7 U.S.C. 8101 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 9015. RENEWABLE FUEL INFRASTRUCTURE GRANT PROGRAM. ``(a) Definition of Eligible Entity.--In this section, the term `eligible entity' means-- ``(1) a State or unit of local government; ``(2) a Tribal government; ``(3) an authority, agency, partnership, or instrumentality of an entity described in paragraph (1) or (2); and ``(4) a group of entities described in paragraphs (1) through (3). ``(c) Applications.--An eligible entity desiring a grant under this section shall submit to the Secretary an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Secretary may require. ``(e) Eligible Use.--An eligible entity that receives a grant under this section may use the grant funds-- ``(1) to distribute to private or public entities for costs related to incentivizing deployment of renewable fuel infrastructure; ``(2) to convert existing pump infrastructure to deliver ethanol blends greater than 10 percent and biodiesel blends greater than 20 percent; ``(3) to install fuel pumps and related infrastructure dedicated to the distribution of higher ethanol blends (including E15 and E85) and higher biodiesel blends up to B100 at fueling locations, including-- ``(A) local fueling stations; ``(B) convenience stores; ``(C) hypermarket fueling stations; and ``(D) fleet facilities or similar entities; and ``(4) to build and retrofit traditional and pipeline biodiesel terminal operations (including rail lines) and home heating oil distribution centers or equivalent entities-- ``(A) to blend biodiesel; and ``(B) to carry ethanol and biodiesel. ``(f) Certification Requirement.--Any infrastructure used or installed with grant funds provided under this section shall be certified by the Underwriters Laboratory as infrastructure that distributes blends with an ethanol content of 25 percent or greater. ``(g) Funding.-- ``(1) Federal share.--The Federal share of the total cost of carrying out a project awarded a grant under this section shall not exceed 75 percent. ``(2) Maximum percentage for certain activities.--An eligible entity receiving a grant under this section shall ensure that Federal funds do not exceed-- ``(A) 75 percent of the per pump cost for-- ``(i) pumps that can dispense a range of ethanol blends of E85 or lower (new pumps or retrofit of existing pumps); and ``(ii) dedicated E15 or E85 pumps (new pumps or retrofit of existing pumps); ``(B) 50 percent of the terminal cost for terminals with B100 capabilities; or ``(C) 25 percent of the per tank cost for new storage tanks and related equipment associated with new facilities or additional capacity other than replacement of existing storage tanks and related equipment associated with existing facilities. ``(h) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out this section $100,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2025.''. 3. 5094 (January 19, 2021)) with respect to the amendments proposed to be made by that rule to part 80 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the date of enactment of this Act). (d) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the Administrator finalizes the rule required under subsection (a), the Administrator shall submit to the Committees on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, Energy and Natural Resources, and Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committees on Agriculture, Energy and Commerce, and Science, Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives a report that summarizes the major activities taken to carry out subsections (a) and (b). SEC. (a) In General.--Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall finalize the proposed rule of the Administrator entitled ``E15 Fuel Dispenser Labeling and Compatibility With Underground Storage Tanks'' (86 Fed. Reg. (b) Requirements.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Administrator shall ensure that the final rule required under that subsection-- (1) is published in the Federal Register; and (2) is, to the extent practicable, in compliance with all applicable provisions of chapter 5 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the ``Administrative Procedures Act'') and all other provisions of law relating to rulemaking procedures.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Renewable Fuel Infrastructure Investment and Market Expansion Act of 2021''. 2. GRANTS FOR DEPLOYMENT OF RENEWABLE FUEL INFRASTRUCTURE. Title IX of the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002 (7 U.S.C. 8101 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 9015. RENEWABLE FUEL INFRASTRUCTURE GRANT PROGRAM. ``(a) Definition of Eligible Entity.--In this section, the term `eligible entity' means-- ``(1) a State or unit of local government; ``(2) a Tribal government; ``(3) an authority, agency, partnership, or instrumentality of an entity described in paragraph (1) or (2); and ``(4) a group of entities described in paragraphs (1) through (3). ``(b) Establishment.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this section, the Secretary shall establish a grant program to award grants to eligible entities to carry out the activities described in subsection (e). ``(c) Applications.--An eligible entity desiring a grant under this section shall submit to the Secretary an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Secretary may require. ``(d) Eligibility Criteria.--In selecting an eligible entity to receive a grant under this section, the Secretary shall consider the extent to which the application of the eligible entity proposes-- ``(1) to convert existing pump infrastructure to deliver ethanol blends with greater than 10 percent ethanol; ``(2) to diversify the geographic area selling ethanol blends with greater than 10 percent ethanol; ``(3) to support existing or emerging biodiesel, bioheat, and sustainable aviation fuel markets that have existing incentives; ``(4) to increase the use of existing fuel delivery infrastructure; ``(5) to enable or accelerate the deployment of renewable fuel infrastructure that would be unlikely to be completed without Federal assistance; and ``(6) to build and retrofit traditional and pipeline biodiesel terminal operations (including rail lines) and home heating oil distribution centers or equivalent entities-- ``(A) to blend biodiesel; and ``(B) to carry ethanol and biodiesel. ``(e) Eligible Use.--An eligible entity that receives a grant under this section may use the grant funds-- ``(1) to distribute to private or public entities for costs related to incentivizing deployment of renewable fuel infrastructure; ``(2) to convert existing pump infrastructure to deliver ethanol blends greater than 10 percent and biodiesel blends greater than 20 percent; ``(3) to install fuel pumps and related infrastructure dedicated to the distribution of higher ethanol blends (including E15 and E85) and higher biodiesel blends up to B100 at fueling locations, including-- ``(A) local fueling stations; ``(B) convenience stores; ``(C) hypermarket fueling stations; and ``(D) fleet facilities or similar entities; and ``(4) to build and retrofit traditional and pipeline biodiesel terminal operations (including rail lines) and home heating oil distribution centers or equivalent entities-- ``(A) to blend biodiesel; and ``(B) to carry ethanol and biodiesel. ``(f) Certification Requirement.--Any infrastructure used or installed with grant funds provided under this section shall be certified by the Underwriters Laboratory as infrastructure that distributes blends with an ethanol content of 25 percent or greater. ``(g) Funding.-- ``(1) Federal share.--The Federal share of the total cost of carrying out a project awarded a grant under this section shall not exceed 75 percent. ``(2) Maximum percentage for certain activities.--An eligible entity receiving a grant under this section shall ensure that Federal funds do not exceed-- ``(A) 75 percent of the per pump cost for-- ``(i) pumps that can dispense a range of ethanol blends of E85 or lower (new pumps or retrofit of existing pumps); and ``(ii) dedicated E15 or E85 pumps (new pumps or retrofit of existing pumps); ``(B) 50 percent of the terminal cost for terminals with B100 capabilities; or ``(C) 25 percent of the per tank cost for new storage tanks and related equipment associated with new facilities or additional capacity other than replacement of existing storage tanks and related equipment associated with existing facilities. ``(h) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out this section $100,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2025.''. 3. REPEAL OF E15 FUEL DISPENSER LABELING REQUIREMENTS. 5094 (January 19, 2021)) with respect to the amendments proposed to be made by that rule to part 80 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the date of enactment of this Act). (c) Collaboration.--In carrying out this section, the Administrator shall collaborate with the Chair of the Federal Trade Commission to harmonize the rule required under subsection (a) with related automotive fuel rating labeling requirements under section 306.10 of title 16, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). (d) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the Administrator finalizes the rule required under subsection (a), the Administrator shall submit to the Committees on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, Energy and Natural Resources, and Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committees on Agriculture, Energy and Commerce, and Science, Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives a report that summarizes the major activities taken to carry out subsections (a) and (b). SEC. UPDATES TO UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANK COMPATIBILITY REQUIREMENTS. (a) In General.--Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall finalize the proposed rule of the Administrator entitled ``E15 Fuel Dispenser Labeling and Compatibility With Underground Storage Tanks'' (86 Fed. Reg. (b) Requirements.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Administrator shall ensure that the final rule required under that subsection-- (1) is published in the Federal Register; and (2) is, to the extent practicable, in compliance with all applicable provisions of chapter 5 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the ``Administrative Procedures Act'') and all other provisions of law relating to rulemaking procedures.

To amend the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002 to provide grants for deployment of renewable fuel infrastructure, to finalize proposed rules relating to requirements for E15 fuel dispenser labeling and underground storage tank compatibility, and for other purposes. ``(b) Establishment.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this section, the Secretary shall establish a grant program to award grants to eligible entities to carry out the activities described in subsection (e). ``(f) Certification Requirement.--Any infrastructure used or installed with grant funds provided under this section shall be certified by the Underwriters Laboratory as infrastructure that distributes blends with an ethanol content of 25 percent or greater. ``(g) Funding.-- ``(1) Federal share.--The Federal share of the total cost of carrying out a project awarded a grant under this section shall not exceed 75 percent. ``(h) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out this section $100,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2025.''. 5094 (January 19, 2021)) with respect to the amendments proposed to be made by that rule to part 80 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the date of enactment of this Act). (b) Requirements.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Administrator shall ensure that the final rule required under that subsection-- (1) eliminates the E15 labeling requirement; (2) is published in the Federal Register; and (3) is, to the extent practicable, in compliance with all applicable provisions of chapter 5 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the ``Administrative Procedures Act'') and all other provisions of law relating to rulemaking procedures. ( c) Collaboration.--In carrying out this section, the Administrator shall collaborate with the Chair of the Federal Trade Commission to harmonize the rule required under subsection (a) with related automotive fuel rating labeling requirements under section 306.10 of title 16, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). ( 5094 (January 19, 2021)) with respect to the amendments proposed to be made by that rule to parts 280 and 281 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the date of enactment of this Act). ( b) Requirements.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Administrator shall ensure that the final rule required under that subsection-- (1) is published in the Federal Register; and (2) is, to the extent practicable, in compliance with all applicable provisions of chapter 5 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the ``Administrative Procedures Act'') and all other provisions of law relating to rulemaking procedures. (

To amend the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002 to provide grants for deployment of renewable fuel infrastructure, to finalize proposed rules relating to requirements for E15 fuel dispenser labeling and underground storage tank compatibility, and for other purposes. ``(b) Establishment.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this section, the Secretary shall establish a grant program to award grants to eligible entities to carry out the activities described in subsection (e). ``(f) Certification Requirement.--Any infrastructure used or installed with grant funds provided under this section shall be certified by the Underwriters Laboratory as infrastructure that distributes blends with an ethanol content of 25 percent or greater. ``(g) Funding.-- ``(1) Federal share.--The Federal share of the total cost of carrying out a project awarded a grant under this section shall not exceed 75 percent. ``(h) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out this section $100,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2025.''. c) Collaboration.--In carrying out this section, the Administrator shall collaborate with the Chair of the Federal Trade Commission to harmonize the rule required under subsection (a) with related automotive fuel rating labeling requirements under section 306.10 of title 16, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). (d) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the Administrator finalizes the rule required under subsection (a), the Administrator shall submit to the Committees on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, Energy and Natural Resources, and Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committees on Agriculture, Energy and Commerce, and Science, Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives a report that summarizes the major activities taken to carry out subsections (a) and (b). b) Requirements.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Administrator shall ensure that the final rule required under that subsection-- (1) is published in the Federal Register; and (2) is, to the extent practicable, in compliance with all applicable provisions of chapter 5 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the ``Administrative Procedures Act'') and all other provisions of law relating to rulemaking procedures. (

To amend the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002 to provide grants for deployment of renewable fuel infrastructure, to finalize proposed rules relating to requirements for E15 fuel dispenser labeling and underground storage tank compatibility, and for other purposes. ``(b) Establishment.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this section, the Secretary shall establish a grant program to award grants to eligible entities to carry out the activities described in subsection (e). ``(f) Certification Requirement.--Any infrastructure used or installed with grant funds provided under this section shall be certified by the Underwriters Laboratory as infrastructure that distributes blends with an ethanol content of 25 percent or greater. ``(g) Funding.-- ``(1) Federal share.--The Federal share of the total cost of carrying out a project awarded a grant under this section shall not exceed 75 percent. ``(h) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out this section $100,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2025.''. c) Collaboration.--In carrying out this section, the Administrator shall collaborate with the Chair of the Federal Trade Commission to harmonize the rule required under subsection (a) with related automotive fuel rating labeling requirements under section 306.10 of title 16, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). (d) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the Administrator finalizes the rule required under subsection (a), the Administrator shall submit to the Committees on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, Energy and Natural Resources, and Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committees on Agriculture, Energy and Commerce, and Science, Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives a report that summarizes the major activities taken to carry out subsections (a) and (b). b) Requirements.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Administrator shall ensure that the final rule required under that subsection-- (1) is published in the Federal Register; and (2) is, to the extent practicable, in compliance with all applicable provisions of chapter 5 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the ``Administrative Procedures Act'') and all other provisions of law relating to rulemaking procedures. (

To amend the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002 to provide grants for deployment of renewable fuel infrastructure, to finalize proposed rules relating to requirements for E15 fuel dispenser labeling and underground storage tank compatibility, and for other purposes. ``(b) Establishment.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this section, the Secretary shall establish a grant program to award grants to eligible entities to carry out the activities described in subsection (e). ``(f) Certification Requirement.--Any infrastructure used or installed with grant funds provided under this section shall be certified by the Underwriters Laboratory as infrastructure that distributes blends with an ethanol content of 25 percent or greater. ``(g) Funding.-- ``(1) Federal share.--The Federal share of the total cost of carrying out a project awarded a grant under this section shall not exceed 75 percent. ``(h) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out this section $100,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2025.''. 5094 (January 19, 2021)) with respect to the amendments proposed to be made by that rule to part 80 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the date of enactment of this Act). (b) Requirements.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Administrator shall ensure that the final rule required under that subsection-- (1) eliminates the E15 labeling requirement; (2) is published in the Federal Register; and (3) is, to the extent practicable, in compliance with all applicable provisions of chapter 5 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the ``Administrative Procedures Act'') and all other provisions of law relating to rulemaking procedures. ( c) Collaboration.--In carrying out this section, the Administrator shall collaborate with the Chair of the Federal Trade Commission to harmonize the rule required under subsection (a) with related automotive fuel rating labeling requirements under section 306.10 of title 16, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). ( 5094 (January 19, 2021)) with respect to the amendments proposed to be made by that rule to parts 280 and 281 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the date of enactment of this Act). ( b) Requirements.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Administrator shall ensure that the final rule required under that subsection-- (1) is published in the Federal Register; and (2) is, to the extent practicable, in compliance with all applicable provisions of chapter 5 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the ``Administrative Procedures Act'') and all other provisions of law relating to rulemaking procedures. (

To amend the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002 to provide grants for deployment of renewable fuel infrastructure, to finalize proposed rules relating to requirements for E15 fuel dispenser labeling and underground storage tank compatibility, and for other purposes. ``(b) Establishment.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this section, the Secretary shall establish a grant program to award grants to eligible entities to carry out the activities described in subsection (e). ``(f) Certification Requirement.--Any infrastructure used or installed with grant funds provided under this section shall be certified by the Underwriters Laboratory as infrastructure that distributes blends with an ethanol content of 25 percent or greater. ``(g) Funding.-- ``(1) Federal share.--The Federal share of the total cost of carrying out a project awarded a grant under this section shall not exceed 75 percent. ``(h) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out this section $100,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2025.''. c) Collaboration.--In carrying out this section, the Administrator shall collaborate with the Chair of the Federal Trade Commission to harmonize the rule required under subsection (a) with related automotive fuel rating labeling requirements under section 306.10 of title 16, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). (d) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the Administrator finalizes the rule required under subsection (a), the Administrator shall submit to the Committees on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, Energy and Natural Resources, and Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committees on Agriculture, Energy and Commerce, and Science, Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives a report that summarizes the major activities taken to carry out subsections (a) and (b). b) Requirements.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Administrator shall ensure that the final rule required under that subsection-- (1) is published in the Federal Register; and (2) is, to the extent practicable, in compliance with all applicable provisions of chapter 5 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the ``Administrative Procedures Act'') and all other provisions of law relating to rulemaking procedures. (

To amend the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002 to provide grants for deployment of renewable fuel infrastructure, to finalize proposed rules relating to requirements for E15 fuel dispenser labeling and underground storage tank compatibility, and for other purposes. ``(b) Establishment.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this section, the Secretary shall establish a grant program to award grants to eligible entities to carry out the activities described in subsection (e). ``(f) Certification Requirement.--Any infrastructure used or installed with grant funds provided under this section shall be certified by the Underwriters Laboratory as infrastructure that distributes blends with an ethanol content of 25 percent or greater. ``(g) Funding.-- ``(1) Federal share.--The Federal share of the total cost of carrying out a project awarded a grant under this section shall not exceed 75 percent. ``(h) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out this section $100,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2025.''. 5094 (January 19, 2021)) with respect to the amendments proposed to be made by that rule to part 80 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the date of enactment of this Act). (b) Requirements.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Administrator shall ensure that the final rule required under that subsection-- (1) eliminates the E15 labeling requirement; (2) is published in the Federal Register; and (3) is, to the extent practicable, in compliance with all applicable provisions of chapter 5 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the ``Administrative Procedures Act'') and all other provisions of law relating to rulemaking procedures. ( c) Collaboration.--In carrying out this section, the Administrator shall collaborate with the Chair of the Federal Trade Commission to harmonize the rule required under subsection (a) with related automotive fuel rating labeling requirements under section 306.10 of title 16, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). ( 5094 (January 19, 2021)) with respect to the amendments proposed to be made by that rule to parts 280 and 281 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the date of enactment of this Act). ( b) Requirements.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Administrator shall ensure that the final rule required under that subsection-- (1) is published in the Federal Register; and (2) is, to the extent practicable, in compliance with all applicable provisions of chapter 5 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the ``Administrative Procedures Act'') and all other provisions of law relating to rulemaking procedures. (

To amend the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002 to provide grants for deployment of renewable fuel infrastructure, to finalize proposed rules relating to requirements for E15 fuel dispenser labeling and underground storage tank compatibility, and for other purposes. ``(b) Establishment.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this section, the Secretary shall establish a grant program to award grants to eligible entities to carry out the activities described in subsection (e). ``(f) Certification Requirement.--Any infrastructure used or installed with grant funds provided under this section shall be certified by the Underwriters Laboratory as infrastructure that distributes blends with an ethanol content of 25 percent or greater. ``(g) Funding.-- ``(1) Federal share.--The Federal share of the total cost of carrying out a project awarded a grant under this section shall not exceed 75 percent. ``(h) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out this section $100,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2025.''. c) Collaboration.--In carrying out this section, the Administrator shall collaborate with the Chair of the Federal Trade Commission to harmonize the rule required under subsection (a) with related automotive fuel rating labeling requirements under section 306.10 of title 16, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). (d) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the Administrator finalizes the rule required under subsection (a), the Administrator shall submit to the Committees on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, Energy and Natural Resources, and Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committees on Agriculture, Energy and Commerce, and Science, Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives a report that summarizes the major activities taken to carry out subsections (a) and (b). b) Requirements.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Administrator shall ensure that the final rule required under that subsection-- (1) is published in the Federal Register; and (2) is, to the extent practicable, in compliance with all applicable provisions of chapter 5 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the ``Administrative Procedures Act'') and all other provisions of law relating to rulemaking procedures. (

To amend the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002 to provide grants for deployment of renewable fuel infrastructure, to finalize proposed rules relating to requirements for E15 fuel dispenser labeling and underground storage tank compatibility, and for other purposes. ``(b) Establishment.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this section, the Secretary shall establish a grant program to award grants to eligible entities to carry out the activities described in subsection (e). ``(f) Certification Requirement.--Any infrastructure used or installed with grant funds provided under this section shall be certified by the Underwriters Laboratory as infrastructure that distributes blends with an ethanol content of 25 percent or greater. ``(g) Funding.-- ``(1) Federal share.--The Federal share of the total cost of carrying out a project awarded a grant under this section shall not exceed 75 percent. ``(h) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out this section $100,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2025.''. 5094 (January 19, 2021)) with respect to the amendments proposed to be made by that rule to part 80 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the date of enactment of this Act). (b) Requirements.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Administrator shall ensure that the final rule required under that subsection-- (1) eliminates the E15 labeling requirement; (2) is published in the Federal Register; and (3) is, to the extent practicable, in compliance with all applicable provisions of chapter 5 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the ``Administrative Procedures Act'') and all other provisions of law relating to rulemaking procedures. ( c) Collaboration.--In carrying out this section, the Administrator shall collaborate with the Chair of the Federal Trade Commission to harmonize the rule required under subsection (a) with related automotive fuel rating labeling requirements under section 306.10 of title 16, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). ( 5094 (January 19, 2021)) with respect to the amendments proposed to be made by that rule to parts 280 and 281 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the date of enactment of this Act). ( b) Requirements.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Administrator shall ensure that the final rule required under that subsection-- (1) is published in the Federal Register; and (2) is, to the extent practicable, in compliance with all applicable provisions of chapter 5 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the ``Administrative Procedures Act'') and all other provisions of law relating to rulemaking procedures. (

To amend the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002 to provide grants for deployment of renewable fuel infrastructure, to finalize proposed rules relating to requirements for E15 fuel dispenser labeling and underground storage tank compatibility, and for other purposes. ``(b) Establishment.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this section, the Secretary shall establish a grant program to award grants to eligible entities to carry out the activities described in subsection (e). ``(f) Certification Requirement.--Any infrastructure used or installed with grant funds provided under this section shall be certified by the Underwriters Laboratory as infrastructure that distributes blends with an ethanol content of 25 percent or greater. ``(g) Funding.-- ``(1) Federal share.--The Federal share of the total cost of carrying out a project awarded a grant under this section shall not exceed 75 percent. ``(h) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out this section $100,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2025.''. c) Collaboration.--In carrying out this section, the Administrator shall collaborate with the Chair of the Federal Trade Commission to harmonize the rule required under subsection (a) with related automotive fuel rating labeling requirements under section 306.10 of title 16, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations). (d) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the Administrator finalizes the rule required under subsection (a), the Administrator shall submit to the Committees on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, Energy and Natural Resources, and Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committees on Agriculture, Energy and Commerce, and Science, Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives a report that summarizes the major activities taken to carry out subsections (a) and (b). b) Requirements.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Administrator shall ensure that the final rule required under that subsection-- (1) is published in the Federal Register; and (2) is, to the extent practicable, in compliance with all applicable provisions of chapter 5 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the ``Administrative Procedures Act'') and all other provisions of law relating to rulemaking procedures. (

To amend the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002 to provide grants for deployment of renewable fuel infrastructure, to finalize proposed rules relating to requirements for E15 fuel dispenser labeling and underground storage tank compatibility, and for other purposes. ``(f) Certification Requirement.--Any infrastructure used or installed with grant funds provided under this section shall be certified by the Underwriters Laboratory as infrastructure that distributes blends with an ethanol content of 25 percent or greater. (b) Requirements.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Administrator shall ensure that the final rule required under that subsection-- (1) eliminates the E15 labeling requirement; (2) is published in the Federal Register; and (3) is, to the extent practicable, in compliance with all applicable provisions of chapter 5 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the ``Administrative Procedures Act'') and all other provisions of law relating to rulemaking procedures. ( b) Requirements.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Administrator shall ensure that the final rule required under that subsection-- (1) is published in the Federal Register; and (2) is, to the extent practicable, in compliance with all applicable provisions of chapter 5 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the ``Administrative Procedures Act'') and all other provisions of law relating to rulemaking procedures. (

H.R.7314

International Affairs

Assessing Xi's Interference and Subversion Act or AXIS Act This bill requires the Department of State to periodically report to Congress on whether and how China's government, the Chinese Communist Party, or any other Chinese entity has provided support for Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The report must address specified matters, including any efforts to (1) help Russia's government or Russian entities evade sanctions or export controls, (2) provide Russia with technology to support Russia's military or intelligence capabilities, or (3) further Russia's disinformation and propaganda efforts.

To require the Secretary of State to submit to Congress a report on the People's Republic of China's support to the Russian Federation with respect to its unprovoked invasion of and full-scale war against Ukraine, 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 ``Assessing Xi's Interference and Subversion Act'' or ``AXIS Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS AND SENSE OF CONGRESS. (a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) On February 4, 2022, weeks ahead of the Russian Federation's invasion of Ukraine, Russia and the People's Republic of China released a joint statement following a meeting between Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping, which outlined a strategic partnership with ``no limits'' and no ``forbidden'' areas for cooperation. (2) On February 24, 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine in an unprovoked and unjustified act of war. (3) China abstained from voting on the February 25, 2022, United Nations Security Council resolution and the March 2, 2022, United Nations General Assembly resolution condemning Russia's invasion of Ukraine. (4) As of April 1, 2022, China has not publicly condemned Russia's unprovoked and illegal invasion of Ukraine. (5) In his call with Xi Jinping on March 18, 2022, President Joe Biden communicated that there would be ``implications and consequences if China provides material support to Russia as it conducts brutal attacks against Ukrainian cities and civilians''. (b) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that-- (1) the People's Republic of China's disinformation efforts relating to the Russian Federation's war against Ukraine make it culpable in whitewashing Russia's war crimes, which include the indiscriminate killing of countless Ukrainian men, women, and children; and (2) if China is found to be materially supporting Russia in its war against Ukraine, there should be swift and stringent consequences for China. SEC. 3. REPORT. (a) In General.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act and every 90 days thereafter, the Secretary of State, in consultation with the Secretary of Commerce and the Director of National Intelligence as appropriate, shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report on whether and how the People's Republic of China, including the Government of the People's Republic of China, the Chinese Communist Party, any Chinese state-owned enterprise, and any other Chinese entity, has provided support to the Russian Federation with respect to its unprovoked invasion of and full- scale war against Ukraine. (b) Matters To Be Included.--The report required by subsection (a) shall include a discussion of the People's Republic of China support to the Russian Federation with respect to-- (1) helping the Government of Russia or Russian entities evade or circumvent United States sanctions or multilateral sanctions and export controls; (2) deliberately inhibiting onsite United States Government export control end-use checks, including interviews and investigations, in China; (3) providing Russia with any technology, including semiconductors classified as EAR99, that supports Russian intelligence or military capabilities; (4) establishing economic or financial arrangements that will have the effect of alleviating the impact of United States sanctions or multilateral sanctions; (5) furthering Russia's disinformation and propaganda efforts; (6) coordinating to hinder the response of multilateral organizations, including the United Nations, to provide assistance to the people or Government of Ukraine, to condemn Russia's war, to hold Russia accountable for the invasion and its prosecution of the war, or to hold those complicit accountable; and (7) providing any material, technical, or logistical support, including to Russian military or intelligence agencies and state-owned or state-linked enterprises. (c) Form.--The report required by subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form and published on the Department of State's publicly available website. (d) Sunset.--The requirement to submit the report required by subsection (a) shall terminate on the earlier of-- (1) the date on which the Secretary of State determines the conflict in Ukraine has ended; or (2) the date that is 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act. (e) Appropriate Congressional Committees Defined.--In this section, the term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (1) the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives; and (2) the Committee on Foreign Relations and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate. Passed the House of Representatives April 27, 2022. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

AXIS Act

To require the Secretary of State to submit to Congress a report on the People's Republic of China's support to the Russian Federation with respect to its unprovoked invasion of and full-scale war against Ukraine, and for other purposes.

AXIS Act Assessing Xi’s Interference and Subversion Act AXIS Act Assessing Xi’s Interference and Subversion Act

Rep. Barr, Andy

R

KY

This bill requires the Department of State to periodically report to Congress on whether and how China's government, the Chinese Communist Party, or any other Chinese entity has provided support for Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The report must address specified matters, including any efforts to (1) help Russia's government or Russian entities evade sanctions or export controls, (2) provide Russia with technology to support Russia's military or intelligence capabilities, or (3) further Russia's disinformation and propaganda efforts.

To require the Secretary of State to submit to Congress a report on the People's Republic of China's support to the Russian Federation with respect to its unprovoked invasion of and full-scale war against Ukraine, and for other purposes. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Assessing Xi's Interference and Subversion Act'' or ``AXIS Act''. 2. FINDINGS AND SENSE OF CONGRESS. (3) China abstained from voting on the February 25, 2022, United Nations Security Council resolution and the March 2, 2022, United Nations General Assembly resolution condemning Russia's invasion of Ukraine. (4) As of April 1, 2022, China has not publicly condemned Russia's unprovoked and illegal invasion of Ukraine. (5) In his call with Xi Jinping on March 18, 2022, President Joe Biden communicated that there would be ``implications and consequences if China provides material support to Russia as it conducts brutal attacks against Ukrainian cities and civilians''. SEC. 3. REPORT. (b) Matters To Be Included.--The report required by subsection (a) shall include a discussion of the People's Republic of China support to the Russian Federation with respect to-- (1) helping the Government of Russia or Russian entities evade or circumvent United States sanctions or multilateral sanctions and export controls; (2) deliberately inhibiting onsite United States Government export control end-use checks, including interviews and investigations, in China; (3) providing Russia with any technology, including semiconductors classified as EAR99, that supports Russian intelligence or military capabilities; (4) establishing economic or financial arrangements that will have the effect of alleviating the impact of United States sanctions or multilateral sanctions; (5) furthering Russia's disinformation and propaganda efforts; (6) coordinating to hinder the response of multilateral organizations, including the United Nations, to provide assistance to the people or Government of Ukraine, to condemn Russia's war, to hold Russia accountable for the invasion and its prosecution of the war, or to hold those complicit accountable; and (7) providing any material, technical, or logistical support, including to Russian military or intelligence agencies and state-owned or state-linked enterprises. (c) Form.--The report required by subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form and published on the Department of State's publicly available website. (d) Sunset.--The requirement to submit the report required by subsection (a) shall terminate on the earlier of-- (1) the date on which the Secretary of State determines the conflict in Ukraine has ended; or (2) the date that is 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act. (e) Appropriate Congressional Committees Defined.--In this section, the term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (1) the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives; and (2) the Committee on Foreign Relations and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

To require the Secretary of State to submit to Congress a report on the People's Republic of China's support to the Russian Federation with respect to its unprovoked invasion of and full-scale war against Ukraine, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Assessing Xi's Interference and Subversion Act'' or ``AXIS Act''. 2. FINDINGS AND SENSE OF CONGRESS. (3) China abstained from voting on the February 25, 2022, United Nations Security Council resolution and the March 2, 2022, United Nations General Assembly resolution condemning Russia's invasion of Ukraine. (4) As of April 1, 2022, China has not publicly condemned Russia's unprovoked and illegal invasion of Ukraine. SEC. 3. REPORT. (b) Matters To Be Included.--The report required by subsection (a) shall include a discussion of the People's Republic of China support to the Russian Federation with respect to-- (1) helping the Government of Russia or Russian entities evade or circumvent United States sanctions or multilateral sanctions and export controls; (2) deliberately inhibiting onsite United States Government export control end-use checks, including interviews and investigations, in China; (3) providing Russia with any technology, including semiconductors classified as EAR99, that supports Russian intelligence or military capabilities; (4) establishing economic or financial arrangements that will have the effect of alleviating the impact of United States sanctions or multilateral sanctions; (5) furthering Russia's disinformation and propaganda efforts; (6) coordinating to hinder the response of multilateral organizations, including the United Nations, to provide assistance to the people or Government of Ukraine, to condemn Russia's war, to hold Russia accountable for the invasion and its prosecution of the war, or to hold those complicit accountable; and (7) providing any material, technical, or logistical support, including to Russian military or intelligence agencies and state-owned or state-linked enterprises. (c) Form.--The report required by subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form and published on the Department of State's publicly available website. (e) Appropriate Congressional Committees Defined.--In this section, the term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (1) the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives; and (2) the Committee on Foreign Relations and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate.

To require the Secretary of State to submit to Congress a report on the People's Republic of China's support to the Russian Federation with respect to its unprovoked invasion of and full-scale war against Ukraine, 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 ``Assessing Xi's Interference and Subversion Act'' or ``AXIS Act''. 2. FINDINGS AND SENSE OF CONGRESS. (a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) On February 4, 2022, weeks ahead of the Russian Federation's invasion of Ukraine, Russia and the People's Republic of China released a joint statement following a meeting between Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping, which outlined a strategic partnership with ``no limits'' and no ``forbidden'' areas for cooperation. (3) China abstained from voting on the February 25, 2022, United Nations Security Council resolution and the March 2, 2022, United Nations General Assembly resolution condemning Russia's invasion of Ukraine. (4) As of April 1, 2022, China has not publicly condemned Russia's unprovoked and illegal invasion of Ukraine. (5) In his call with Xi Jinping on March 18, 2022, President Joe Biden communicated that there would be ``implications and consequences if China provides material support to Russia as it conducts brutal attacks against Ukrainian cities and civilians''. (b) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that-- (1) the People's Republic of China's disinformation efforts relating to the Russian Federation's war against Ukraine make it culpable in whitewashing Russia's war crimes, which include the indiscriminate killing of countless Ukrainian men, women, and children; and (2) if China is found to be materially supporting Russia in its war against Ukraine, there should be swift and stringent consequences for China. SEC. 3. REPORT. (a) In General.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act and every 90 days thereafter, the Secretary of State, in consultation with the Secretary of Commerce and the Director of National Intelligence as appropriate, shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report on whether and how the People's Republic of China, including the Government of the People's Republic of China, the Chinese Communist Party, any Chinese state-owned enterprise, and any other Chinese entity, has provided support to the Russian Federation with respect to its unprovoked invasion of and full- scale war against Ukraine. (b) Matters To Be Included.--The report required by subsection (a) shall include a discussion of the People's Republic of China support to the Russian Federation with respect to-- (1) helping the Government of Russia or Russian entities evade or circumvent United States sanctions or multilateral sanctions and export controls; (2) deliberately inhibiting onsite United States Government export control end-use checks, including interviews and investigations, in China; (3) providing Russia with any technology, including semiconductors classified as EAR99, that supports Russian intelligence or military capabilities; (4) establishing economic or financial arrangements that will have the effect of alleviating the impact of United States sanctions or multilateral sanctions; (5) furthering Russia's disinformation and propaganda efforts; (6) coordinating to hinder the response of multilateral organizations, including the United Nations, to provide assistance to the people or Government of Ukraine, to condemn Russia's war, to hold Russia accountable for the invasion and its prosecution of the war, or to hold those complicit accountable; and (7) providing any material, technical, or logistical support, including to Russian military or intelligence agencies and state-owned or state-linked enterprises. (c) Form.--The report required by subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form and published on the Department of State's publicly available website. (d) Sunset.--The requirement to submit the report required by subsection (a) shall terminate on the earlier of-- (1) the date on which the Secretary of State determines the conflict in Ukraine has ended; or (2) the date that is 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act. (e) Appropriate Congressional Committees Defined.--In this section, the term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (1) the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives; and (2) the Committee on Foreign Relations and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate. Passed the House of Representatives April 27, 2022. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

To require the Secretary of State to submit to Congress a report on the People's Republic of China's support to the Russian Federation with respect to its unprovoked invasion of and full-scale war against Ukraine, 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 ``Assessing Xi's Interference and Subversion Act'' or ``AXIS Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS AND SENSE OF CONGRESS. (a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) On February 4, 2022, weeks ahead of the Russian Federation's invasion of Ukraine, Russia and the People's Republic of China released a joint statement following a meeting between Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping, which outlined a strategic partnership with ``no limits'' and no ``forbidden'' areas for cooperation. (2) On February 24, 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine in an unprovoked and unjustified act of war. (3) China abstained from voting on the February 25, 2022, United Nations Security Council resolution and the March 2, 2022, United Nations General Assembly resolution condemning Russia's invasion of Ukraine. (4) As of April 1, 2022, China has not publicly condemned Russia's unprovoked and illegal invasion of Ukraine. (5) In his call with Xi Jinping on March 18, 2022, President Joe Biden communicated that there would be ``implications and consequences if China provides material support to Russia as it conducts brutal attacks against Ukrainian cities and civilians''. (b) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that-- (1) the People's Republic of China's disinformation efforts relating to the Russian Federation's war against Ukraine make it culpable in whitewashing Russia's war crimes, which include the indiscriminate killing of countless Ukrainian men, women, and children; and (2) if China is found to be materially supporting Russia in its war against Ukraine, there should be swift and stringent consequences for China. SEC. 3. REPORT. (a) In General.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act and every 90 days thereafter, the Secretary of State, in consultation with the Secretary of Commerce and the Director of National Intelligence as appropriate, shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report on whether and how the People's Republic of China, including the Government of the People's Republic of China, the Chinese Communist Party, any Chinese state-owned enterprise, and any other Chinese entity, has provided support to the Russian Federation with respect to its unprovoked invasion of and full- scale war against Ukraine. (b) Matters To Be Included.--The report required by subsection (a) shall include a discussion of the People's Republic of China support to the Russian Federation with respect to-- (1) helping the Government of Russia or Russian entities evade or circumvent United States sanctions or multilateral sanctions and export controls; (2) deliberately inhibiting onsite United States Government export control end-use checks, including interviews and investigations, in China; (3) providing Russia with any technology, including semiconductors classified as EAR99, that supports Russian intelligence or military capabilities; (4) establishing economic or financial arrangements that will have the effect of alleviating the impact of United States sanctions or multilateral sanctions; (5) furthering Russia's disinformation and propaganda efforts; (6) coordinating to hinder the response of multilateral organizations, including the United Nations, to provide assistance to the people or Government of Ukraine, to condemn Russia's war, to hold Russia accountable for the invasion and its prosecution of the war, or to hold those complicit accountable; and (7) providing any material, technical, or logistical support, including to Russian military or intelligence agencies and state-owned or state-linked enterprises. (c) Form.--The report required by subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form and published on the Department of State's publicly available website. (d) Sunset.--The requirement to submit the report required by subsection (a) shall terminate on the earlier of-- (1) the date on which the Secretary of State determines the conflict in Ukraine has ended; or (2) the date that is 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act. (e) Appropriate Congressional Committees Defined.--In this section, the term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (1) the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives; and (2) the Committee on Foreign Relations and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate. Passed the House of Representatives April 27, 2022. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

To require the Secretary of State to submit to Congress a report on the People's Republic of China's support to the Russian Federation with respect to its unprovoked invasion of and full-scale war against Ukraine, and for other purposes. a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) On February 4, 2022, weeks ahead of the Russian Federation's invasion of Ukraine, Russia and the People's Republic of China released a joint statement following a meeting between Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping, which outlined a strategic partnership with ``no limits'' and no ``forbidden'' areas for cooperation. ( (b) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that-- (1) the People's Republic of China's disinformation efforts relating to the Russian Federation's war against Ukraine make it culpable in whitewashing Russia's war crimes, which include the indiscriminate killing of countless Ukrainian men, women, and children; and (2) if China is found to be materially supporting Russia in its war against Ukraine, there should be swift and stringent consequences for China. c) Form.--The report required by subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form and published on the Department of State's publicly available website. (d) Sunset.--The requirement to submit the report required by subsection (a) shall terminate on the earlier of-- (1) the date on which the Secretary of State determines the conflict in Ukraine has ended; or (2) the date that is 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act. ( Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

To require the Secretary of State to submit to Congress a report on the People's Republic of China's support to the Russian Federation with respect to its unprovoked invasion of and full-scale war against Ukraine, and for other purposes. a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) On February 4, 2022, weeks ahead of the Russian Federation's invasion of Ukraine, Russia and the People's Republic of China released a joint statement following a meeting between Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping, which outlined a strategic partnership with ``no limits'' and no ``forbidden'' areas for cooperation. ( c) Form.--The report required by subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form and published on the Department of State's publicly available website. ( d) Sunset.--The requirement to submit the report required by subsection (a) shall terminate on the earlier of-- (1) the date on which the Secretary of State determines the conflict in Ukraine has ended; or (2) the date that is 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act. (e) Appropriate Congressional Committees Defined.--In this section, the term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (1) the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives; and (2) the Committee on Foreign Relations and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate. Passed the House of Representatives April 27, 2022.

To require the Secretary of State to submit to Congress a report on the People's Republic of China's support to the Russian Federation with respect to its unprovoked invasion of and full-scale war against Ukraine, and for other purposes. a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) On February 4, 2022, weeks ahead of the Russian Federation's invasion of Ukraine, Russia and the People's Republic of China released a joint statement following a meeting between Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping, which outlined a strategic partnership with ``no limits'' and no ``forbidden'' areas for cooperation. ( c) Form.--The report required by subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form and published on the Department of State's publicly available website. ( d) Sunset.--The requirement to submit the report required by subsection (a) shall terminate on the earlier of-- (1) the date on which the Secretary of State determines the conflict in Ukraine has ended; or (2) the date that is 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act. (e) Appropriate Congressional Committees Defined.--In this section, the term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (1) the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives; and (2) the Committee on Foreign Relations and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate. Passed the House of Representatives April 27, 2022.

To require the Secretary of State to submit to Congress a report on the People's Republic of China's support to the Russian Federation with respect to its unprovoked invasion of and full-scale war against Ukraine, and for other purposes. a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) On February 4, 2022, weeks ahead of the Russian Federation's invasion of Ukraine, Russia and the People's Republic of China released a joint statement following a meeting between Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping, which outlined a strategic partnership with ``no limits'' and no ``forbidden'' areas for cooperation. ( (b) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that-- (1) the People's Republic of China's disinformation efforts relating to the Russian Federation's war against Ukraine make it culpable in whitewashing Russia's war crimes, which include the indiscriminate killing of countless Ukrainian men, women, and children; and (2) if China is found to be materially supporting Russia in its war against Ukraine, there should be swift and stringent consequences for China. c) Form.--The report required by subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form and published on the Department of State's publicly available website. (d) Sunset.--The requirement to submit the report required by subsection (a) shall terminate on the earlier of-- (1) the date on which the Secretary of State determines the conflict in Ukraine has ended; or (2) the date that is 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act. ( Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

To require the Secretary of State to submit to Congress a report on the People's Republic of China's support to the Russian Federation with respect to its unprovoked invasion of and full-scale war against Ukraine, and for other purposes. a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) On February 4, 2022, weeks ahead of the Russian Federation's invasion of Ukraine, Russia and the People's Republic of China released a joint statement following a meeting between Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping, which outlined a strategic partnership with ``no limits'' and no ``forbidden'' areas for cooperation. ( c) Form.--The report required by subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form and published on the Department of State's publicly available website. ( d) Sunset.--The requirement to submit the report required by subsection (a) shall terminate on the earlier of-- (1) the date on which the Secretary of State determines the conflict in Ukraine has ended; or (2) the date that is 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act. (e) Appropriate Congressional Committees Defined.--In this section, the term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (1) the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives; and (2) the Committee on Foreign Relations and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate. Passed the House of Representatives April 27, 2022.

To require the Secretary of State to submit to Congress a report on the People's Republic of China's support to the Russian Federation with respect to its unprovoked invasion of and full-scale war against Ukraine, and for other purposes. a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) On February 4, 2022, weeks ahead of the Russian Federation's invasion of Ukraine, Russia and the People's Republic of China released a joint statement following a meeting between Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping, which outlined a strategic partnership with ``no limits'' and no ``forbidden'' areas for cooperation. ( (b) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that-- (1) the People's Republic of China's disinformation efforts relating to the Russian Federation's war against Ukraine make it culpable in whitewashing Russia's war crimes, which include the indiscriminate killing of countless Ukrainian men, women, and children; and (2) if China is found to be materially supporting Russia in its war against Ukraine, there should be swift and stringent consequences for China. c) Form.--The report required by subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form and published on the Department of State's publicly available website. (d) Sunset.--The requirement to submit the report required by subsection (a) shall terminate on the earlier of-- (1) the date on which the Secretary of State determines the conflict in Ukraine has ended; or (2) the date that is 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act. ( Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

To require the Secretary of State to submit to Congress a report on the People's Republic of China's support to the Russian Federation with respect to its unprovoked invasion of and full-scale war against Ukraine, and for other purposes. a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) On February 4, 2022, weeks ahead of the Russian Federation's invasion of Ukraine, Russia and the People's Republic of China released a joint statement following a meeting between Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping, which outlined a strategic partnership with ``no limits'' and no ``forbidden'' areas for cooperation. ( c) Form.--The report required by subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form and published on the Department of State's publicly available website. ( d) Sunset.--The requirement to submit the report required by subsection (a) shall terminate on the earlier of-- (1) the date on which the Secretary of State determines the conflict in Ukraine has ended; or (2) the date that is 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act. (e) Appropriate Congressional Committees Defined.--In this section, the term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (1) the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives; and (2) the Committee on Foreign Relations and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate. Passed the House of Representatives April 27, 2022.

To require the Secretary of State to submit to Congress a report on the People's Republic of China's support to the Russian Federation with respect to its unprovoked invasion of and full-scale war against Ukraine, and for other purposes. a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) On February 4, 2022, weeks ahead of the Russian Federation's invasion of Ukraine, Russia and the People's Republic of China released a joint statement following a meeting between Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping, which outlined a strategic partnership with ``no limits'' and no ``forbidden'' areas for cooperation. ( (b) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that-- (1) the People's Republic of China's disinformation efforts relating to the Russian Federation's war against Ukraine make it culpable in whitewashing Russia's war crimes, which include the indiscriminate killing of countless Ukrainian men, women, and children; and (2) if China is found to be materially supporting Russia in its war against Ukraine, there should be swift and stringent consequences for China. c) Form.--The report required by subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form and published on the Department of State's publicly available website. (d) Sunset.--The requirement to submit the report required by subsection (a) shall terminate on the earlier of-- (1) the date on which the Secretary of State determines the conflict in Ukraine has ended; or (2) the date that is 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act. ( Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

To require the Secretary of State to submit to Congress a report on the People's Republic of China's support to the Russian Federation with respect to its unprovoked invasion of and full-scale war against Ukraine, and for other purposes. a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) On February 4, 2022, weeks ahead of the Russian Federation's invasion of Ukraine, Russia and the People's Republic of China released a joint statement following a meeting between Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping, which outlined a strategic partnership with ``no limits'' and no ``forbidden'' areas for cooperation. ( c) Form.--The report required by subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form and published on the Department of State's publicly available website. ( d) Sunset.--The requirement to submit the report required by subsection (a) shall terminate on the earlier of-- (1) the date on which the Secretary of State determines the conflict in Ukraine has ended; or (2) the date that is 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act. (e) Appropriate Congressional Committees Defined.--In this section, the term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (1) the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives; and (2) the Committee on Foreign Relations and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate. Passed the House of Representatives April 27, 2022.

To require the Secretary of State to submit to Congress a report on the People's Republic of China's support to the Russian Federation with respect to its unprovoked invasion of and full-scale war against Ukraine, and for other purposes. a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) On February 4, 2022, weeks ahead of the Russian Federation's invasion of Ukraine, Russia and the People's Republic of China released a joint statement following a meeting between Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping, which outlined a strategic partnership with ``no limits'' and no ``forbidden'' areas for cooperation. ( (b) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that-- (1) the People's Republic of China's disinformation efforts relating to the Russian Federation's war against Ukraine make it culpable in whitewashing Russia's war crimes, which include the indiscriminate killing of countless Ukrainian men, women, and children; and (2) if China is found to be materially supporting Russia in its war against Ukraine, there should be swift and stringent consequences for China. c) Form.--The report required by subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form and published on the Department of State's publicly available website. (d) Sunset.--The requirement to submit the report required by subsection (a) shall terminate on the earlier of-- (1) the date on which the Secretary of State determines the conflict in Ukraine has ended; or (2) the date that is 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act. ( Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

S.391

Crime and Law Enforcement

EAGLES Act of 2021 This bill reauthorizes the National Threat Assessment Center (NTAC) within the U.S. Secret Service. It reauthorizes the functions of NTAC through FY2025 and expands them to include the establishment of a national program on targeted school violence prevention.

To amend title 18, United States Code, to reauthorize and expand the National Threat Assessment Center of 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 ``EAGLES Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS; SENSE OF CONGRESS. (a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) On February 14, 2018, 17 individuals lost their lives in a senseless and violent attack on Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland Florida, a school whose mascot is the eagle. (2) These individuals lived lives of warmth, joy, determination, service, and love, and their loss is mourned by the Nation. (3) The shooter in that attack exhibited patterns of behavior that were alarming and that should have alerted law enforcement and other Federal, State, and local officials. (4) The attack on Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School was preventable. (5) Lives were saved because of the brave and exemplary conduct of many students, teachers, and staff at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, including several of the victims of the attack. (6) The National Threat Assessment Center (referred to in this Act as the ``Center'') was established in 1998 to conduct research on various types of targeted violence. (7) Studies conducted by the Center on targeted school violence, in particular, have shown that-- (A) most incidents were planned in advance; (B) the attackers' behavior gave some indication that the individual was planning, or at least contemplating, an attack; (C) most attackers had already exhibited a pattern of behavior that was of concern to other people in their lives; and (D) prior to the attack, someone associated with the attacker, such as a family member or peer, knew the attack was to likely to occur. (8) Through their research, the Center developed the threat assessment model for responding to indicators of targeted violence, which includes a 3-step process-- (A) identifying individuals who are exhibiting behaviors that indicate they are planning an attack on a school; (B) assessing whether the individual poses a threat to the school, based on articulable facts; and (C) managing the threat the individual may pose to the school. (9) The threat assessment model works most effectively when all the relevant parties, including school officials, local law enforcement, and members of the community, are part of a comprehensive protocol to identify, assess, and manage a potential threat to the school. (10) The primary goal of threat assessment programs in schools should be to prevent violent conduct, with an emphasis on early intervention, treatment, and care of individuals exhibiting behaviors associated with targeted violence. (11) Early intervention, treatment, and prevention of violent behavior is an effective way to prevent violent conduct that would harm others and necessitate disciplinary action, including criminal penalties. (12) The parties involved need the appropriate training and tools to establish the appropriate mechanisms for implementing this type of approach. (b) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that a fact- based threat assessment approach, involving school officials, local law enforcement, and members of the community, is one of the most effective ways to prevent targeted violence in schools, and is a fitting memorial to those who lost their lives in the February 14, 2018, attack on Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School and those who heroically acted to preserve the lives of their friends, students, and colleagues. SEC. 3. REAUTHORIZATION AND EXPANSION OF THE NATIONAL THREAT ASSESSMENT CENTER OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY. (a) In General.--Chapter 203 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 3056A the following: ``Sec. 3056B. Functions of the National Threat Assessment Center of the United States Secret Service ``(a) In General.--There is established a National Threat Assessment Center (in this section referred to as the `Center'), to be operated by the United States Secret Service, at the direction of the Secretary of Homeland Security. ``(b) Functions.--The functions of the Center shall include the following: ``(1) Training in the area of best practices on threat assessment. ``(2) Consultation on complex threat assessment cases or programs. ``(3) Research on threat assessment and the prevention of targeted violence, consistent with evidence-based standards and existing laws and regulations. ``(4) Facilitation of information sharing on threat assessment and the prevention of targeted violence among agencies with protective or public safety responsibilities, as well as other public or private entities. ``(5) Development of evidence-based programs to promote the standardization of Federal, State, and local threat assessments, best practices in investigations involving threats, and the prevention of targeted violence. ``(c) Safe School Initiative.--In carrying out the functions described in subsection (b), the Center shall establish a national program on targeted school violence prevention, focusing on the following activities: ``(1) Research.--The Center shall-- ``(A) conduct research into targeted school violence and evidence-based practices in targeted school violence prevention, including school threat assessment; and ``(B) publish the findings of the Center on the public website of the United States Secret Service. ``(2) Training.-- ``(A) In general.--The Center shall develop and offer training courses on targeted school violence prevention to agencies with protective or public safety responsibilities and other public or private entities, including local educational agencies. ``(B) Plan.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this section, the Center shall establish a plan to offer its training and other educational resources to public or private entities within each State. ``(3) Coordination with other federal agencies.--The Center shall develop research and training programs under this section in coordination with the Department of Justice, the Department of Education, and the Department of Health and Human Services. ``(4) Consultation with entities outside the federal government.--The Center is authorized to consult with State and local educational, law enforcement, and mental health officials and private entities in the development of research and training programs under this section. ``(5) Interactive website.--The Center may create an interactive website to disseminate information and data on evidence-based practices in targeted school violence prevention. ``(d) Hiring of Additional Personnel.--The Director of the United States Secret Service may hire additional personnel to comply with the requirements of this section, which, if the Director exercises that authority, shall include-- ``(1) at least 1 employee with expertise in child psychological development; and ``(2) at least 1 employee with expertise in school threat assessment. ``(e) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out the functions of the Center $10,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2025. ``(f) Report to Congress.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this section, the Director of the Secret Service shall submit to the Committee on the Judiciary and the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions of the Senate and the Committee on the Judiciary and the Committee on Education and Labor of the House of Representatives a report on actions taken by the United States Secret Service to implement provisions of this section, which shall include-- ``(1) the number of employees hired (on a full-time equivalent basis); ``(2) the number of individuals in each State trained in threat assessment; ``(3) the number of school districts in each State trained in school threat assessment or targeted school violence prevention; ``(4) information on Federal, State, and local agencies trained or otherwise assisted by the Center; ``(5) a formal evaluation indicating whether the training and other assistance provided by the Center is effective; ``(6) a formal evaluation indicating whether the training and other assistance provided by the Center was implemented by the school; ``(7) a summary of the Center's research activities and findings; and ``(8) a strategic plan for disseminating the Center's educational and training resources to each State. ``(g) Definitions.--In this section-- ``(1) the term `evidence-based' means-- ``(A) strong evidence from at least 1 well-designed and well-implemented experimental study; ``(B) moderate evidence from at least 1 well- designed and well-implemented quasi-experimental study; or ``(C) promising evidence from at least 1 well- designed and well-implemented correlational study with statistical controls for selection bias; ``(2) the term `local educational agency' has the meaning given that term under section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801); and ``(3) the term `State' means any State of the United States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. ``(h) No Funds To Provide Firearms Training.--None of the funds authorized to be appropriated under this section may be used to train any person in the use of a firearm. ``(i) No Effect on Other Laws.--Nothing in this section may be construed to preclude or contradict any other provision of law authorizing training in the use of firearms.''. (b) Technical and Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Section 4 of the Presidential Threat Protection Act of 2000 (18 U.S.C. 3056 note) is repealed. (2) The table of sections for chapter 203 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 3056A the following: ``3056B. Functions of the National Threat Assessment Center of the United States Secret Service.''. <all>

EAGLES Act of 2021

A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to reauthorize and expand the National Threat Assessment Center of the Department of Homeland Security.

EAGLES Act of 2021

Sen. Grassley, Chuck

R

IA

This bill reauthorizes the National Threat Assessment Center (NTAC) within the U.S. Secret Service. It reauthorizes the functions of NTAC through FY2025 and expands them to include the establishment of a national program on targeted school violence prevention.

SHORT TITLE. 2. FINDINGS; SENSE OF CONGRESS. (2) These individuals lived lives of warmth, joy, determination, service, and love, and their loss is mourned by the Nation. (3) The shooter in that attack exhibited patterns of behavior that were alarming and that should have alerted law enforcement and other Federal, State, and local officials. (4) The attack on Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School was preventable. (11) Early intervention, treatment, and prevention of violent behavior is an effective way to prevent violent conduct that would harm others and necessitate disciplinary action, including criminal penalties. (12) The parties involved need the appropriate training and tools to establish the appropriate mechanisms for implementing this type of approach. SEC. 3. REAUTHORIZATION AND EXPANSION OF THE NATIONAL THREAT ASSESSMENT CENTER OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY. (a) In General.--Chapter 203 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 3056A the following: ``Sec. 3056B. ``(c) Safe School Initiative.--In carrying out the functions described in subsection (b), the Center shall establish a national program on targeted school violence prevention, focusing on the following activities: ``(1) Research.--The Center shall-- ``(A) conduct research into targeted school violence and evidence-based practices in targeted school violence prevention, including school threat assessment; and ``(B) publish the findings of the Center on the public website of the United States Secret Service. ``(B) Plan.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this section, the Center shall establish a plan to offer its training and other educational resources to public or private entities within each State. ``(d) Hiring of Additional Personnel.--The Director of the United States Secret Service may hire additional personnel to comply with the requirements of this section, which, if the Director exercises that authority, shall include-- ``(1) at least 1 employee with expertise in child psychological development; and ``(2) at least 1 employee with expertise in school threat assessment. ``(e) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out the functions of the Center $10,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2025. ``(g) Definitions.--In this section-- ``(1) the term `evidence-based' means-- ``(A) strong evidence from at least 1 well-designed and well-implemented experimental study; ``(B) moderate evidence from at least 1 well- designed and well-implemented quasi-experimental study; or ``(C) promising evidence from at least 1 well- designed and well-implemented correlational study with statistical controls for selection bias; ``(2) the term `local educational agency' has the meaning given that term under section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. ``(i) No Effect on Other Laws.--Nothing in this section may be construed to preclude or contradict any other provision of law authorizing training in the use of firearms.''. 3056 note) is repealed. Functions of the National Threat Assessment Center of the United States Secret Service.''.

SHORT TITLE. 2. FINDINGS; SENSE OF CONGRESS. (2) These individuals lived lives of warmth, joy, determination, service, and love, and their loss is mourned by the Nation. (3) The shooter in that attack exhibited patterns of behavior that were alarming and that should have alerted law enforcement and other Federal, State, and local officials. (4) The attack on Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School was preventable. (11) Early intervention, treatment, and prevention of violent behavior is an effective way to prevent violent conduct that would harm others and necessitate disciplinary action, including criminal penalties. SEC. 3. REAUTHORIZATION AND EXPANSION OF THE NATIONAL THREAT ASSESSMENT CENTER OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY. (a) In General.--Chapter 203 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 3056A the following: ``Sec. 3056B. ``(c) Safe School Initiative.--In carrying out the functions described in subsection (b), the Center shall establish a national program on targeted school violence prevention, focusing on the following activities: ``(1) Research.--The Center shall-- ``(A) conduct research into targeted school violence and evidence-based practices in targeted school violence prevention, including school threat assessment; and ``(B) publish the findings of the Center on the public website of the United States Secret Service. ``(e) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out the functions of the Center $10,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2025. ``(g) Definitions.--In this section-- ``(1) the term `evidence-based' means-- ``(A) strong evidence from at least 1 well-designed and well-implemented experimental study; ``(B) moderate evidence from at least 1 well- designed and well-implemented quasi-experimental study; or ``(C) promising evidence from at least 1 well- designed and well-implemented correlational study with statistical controls for selection bias; ``(2) the term `local educational agency' has the meaning given that term under section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. ``(i) No Effect on Other Laws.--Nothing in this section may be construed to preclude or contradict any other provision of law authorizing training in the use of firearms.''. Functions of the National Threat Assessment Center of the United States Secret Service.''.

SHORT TITLE. 2. FINDINGS; SENSE OF CONGRESS. (2) These individuals lived lives of warmth, joy, determination, service, and love, and their loss is mourned by the Nation. (3) The shooter in that attack exhibited patterns of behavior that were alarming and that should have alerted law enforcement and other Federal, State, and local officials. (4) The attack on Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School was preventable. (11) Early intervention, treatment, and prevention of violent behavior is an effective way to prevent violent conduct that would harm others and necessitate disciplinary action, including criminal penalties. (12) The parties involved need the appropriate training and tools to establish the appropriate mechanisms for implementing this type of approach. SEC. 3. REAUTHORIZATION AND EXPANSION OF THE NATIONAL THREAT ASSESSMENT CENTER OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY. (a) In General.--Chapter 203 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 3056A the following: ``Sec. 3056B. ``(c) Safe School Initiative.--In carrying out the functions described in subsection (b), the Center shall establish a national program on targeted school violence prevention, focusing on the following activities: ``(1) Research.--The Center shall-- ``(A) conduct research into targeted school violence and evidence-based practices in targeted school violence prevention, including school threat assessment; and ``(B) publish the findings of the Center on the public website of the United States Secret Service. ``(B) Plan.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this section, the Center shall establish a plan to offer its training and other educational resources to public or private entities within each State. ``(d) Hiring of Additional Personnel.--The Director of the United States Secret Service may hire additional personnel to comply with the requirements of this section, which, if the Director exercises that authority, shall include-- ``(1) at least 1 employee with expertise in child psychological development; and ``(2) at least 1 employee with expertise in school threat assessment. ``(e) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out the functions of the Center $10,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2025. ``(f) Report to Congress.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this section, the Director of the Secret Service shall submit to the Committee on the Judiciary and the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions of the Senate and the Committee on the Judiciary and the Committee on Education and Labor of the House of Representatives a report on actions taken by the United States Secret Service to implement provisions of this section, which shall include-- ``(1) the number of employees hired (on a full-time equivalent basis); ``(2) the number of individuals in each State trained in threat assessment; ``(3) the number of school districts in each State trained in school threat assessment or targeted school violence prevention; ``(4) information on Federal, State, and local agencies trained or otherwise assisted by the Center; ``(5) a formal evaluation indicating whether the training and other assistance provided by the Center is effective; ``(6) a formal evaluation indicating whether the training and other assistance provided by the Center was implemented by the school; ``(7) a summary of the Center's research activities and findings; and ``(8) a strategic plan for disseminating the Center's educational and training resources to each State. ``(g) Definitions.--In this section-- ``(1) the term `evidence-based' means-- ``(A) strong evidence from at least 1 well-designed and well-implemented experimental study; ``(B) moderate evidence from at least 1 well- designed and well-implemented quasi-experimental study; or ``(C) promising evidence from at least 1 well- designed and well-implemented correlational study with statistical controls for selection bias; ``(2) the term `local educational agency' has the meaning given that term under section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801); and ``(3) the term `State' means any State of the United States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. ``(i) No Effect on Other Laws.--Nothing in this section may be construed to preclude or contradict any other provision of law authorizing training in the use of firearms.''. 3056 note) is repealed. Functions of the National Threat Assessment Center of the United States Secret Service.''.

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``EAGLES Act of 2021''. 2. FINDINGS; SENSE OF CONGRESS. (a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) On February 14, 2018, 17 individuals lost their lives in a senseless and violent attack on Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland Florida, a school whose mascot is the eagle. (2) These individuals lived lives of warmth, joy, determination, service, and love, and their loss is mourned by the Nation. (3) The shooter in that attack exhibited patterns of behavior that were alarming and that should have alerted law enforcement and other Federal, State, and local officials. (4) The attack on Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School was preventable. (5) Lives were saved because of the brave and exemplary conduct of many students, teachers, and staff at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, including several of the victims of the attack. (7) Studies conducted by the Center on targeted school violence, in particular, have shown that-- (A) most incidents were planned in advance; (B) the attackers' behavior gave some indication that the individual was planning, or at least contemplating, an attack; (C) most attackers had already exhibited a pattern of behavior that was of concern to other people in their lives; and (D) prior to the attack, someone associated with the attacker, such as a family member or peer, knew the attack was to likely to occur. (9) The threat assessment model works most effectively when all the relevant parties, including school officials, local law enforcement, and members of the community, are part of a comprehensive protocol to identify, assess, and manage a potential threat to the school. (11) Early intervention, treatment, and prevention of violent behavior is an effective way to prevent violent conduct that would harm others and necessitate disciplinary action, including criminal penalties. (12) The parties involved need the appropriate training and tools to establish the appropriate mechanisms for implementing this type of approach. SEC. 3. REAUTHORIZATION AND EXPANSION OF THE NATIONAL THREAT ASSESSMENT CENTER OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY. (a) In General.--Chapter 203 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 3056A the following: ``Sec. 3056B. ``(2) Consultation on complex threat assessment cases or programs. ``(c) Safe School Initiative.--In carrying out the functions described in subsection (b), the Center shall establish a national program on targeted school violence prevention, focusing on the following activities: ``(1) Research.--The Center shall-- ``(A) conduct research into targeted school violence and evidence-based practices in targeted school violence prevention, including school threat assessment; and ``(B) publish the findings of the Center on the public website of the United States Secret Service. ``(B) Plan.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this section, the Center shall establish a plan to offer its training and other educational resources to public or private entities within each State. ``(d) Hiring of Additional Personnel.--The Director of the United States Secret Service may hire additional personnel to comply with the requirements of this section, which, if the Director exercises that authority, shall include-- ``(1) at least 1 employee with expertise in child psychological development; and ``(2) at least 1 employee with expertise in school threat assessment. ``(e) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out the functions of the Center $10,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2025. ``(f) Report to Congress.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this section, the Director of the Secret Service shall submit to the Committee on the Judiciary and the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions of the Senate and the Committee on the Judiciary and the Committee on Education and Labor of the House of Representatives a report on actions taken by the United States Secret Service to implement provisions of this section, which shall include-- ``(1) the number of employees hired (on a full-time equivalent basis); ``(2) the number of individuals in each State trained in threat assessment; ``(3) the number of school districts in each State trained in school threat assessment or targeted school violence prevention; ``(4) information on Federal, State, and local agencies trained or otherwise assisted by the Center; ``(5) a formal evaluation indicating whether the training and other assistance provided by the Center is effective; ``(6) a formal evaluation indicating whether the training and other assistance provided by the Center was implemented by the school; ``(7) a summary of the Center's research activities and findings; and ``(8) a strategic plan for disseminating the Center's educational and training resources to each State. ``(g) Definitions.--In this section-- ``(1) the term `evidence-based' means-- ``(A) strong evidence from at least 1 well-designed and well-implemented experimental study; ``(B) moderate evidence from at least 1 well- designed and well-implemented quasi-experimental study; or ``(C) promising evidence from at least 1 well- designed and well-implemented correlational study with statistical controls for selection bias; ``(2) the term `local educational agency' has the meaning given that term under section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801); and ``(3) the term `State' means any State of the United States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. ``(h) No Funds To Provide Firearms Training.--None of the funds authorized to be appropriated under this section may be used to train any person in the use of a firearm. ``(i) No Effect on Other Laws.--Nothing in this section may be construed to preclude or contradict any other provision of law authorizing training in the use of firearms.''. 3056 note) is repealed. Functions of the National Threat Assessment Center of the United States Secret Service.''.

To amend title 18, United States Code, to reauthorize and expand the National Threat Assessment Center of the Department of Homeland Security. 6) The National Threat Assessment Center (referred to in this Act as the ``Center'') was established in 1998 to conduct research on various types of targeted violence. (7) Studies conducted by the Center on targeted school violence, in particular, have shown that-- (A) most incidents were planned in advance; (B) the attackers' behavior gave some indication that the individual was planning, or at least contemplating, an attack; (C) most attackers had already exhibited a pattern of behavior that was of concern to other people in their lives; and (D) prior to the attack, someone associated with the attacker, such as a family member or peer, knew the attack was to likely to occur. ( 9) The threat assessment model works most effectively when all the relevant parties, including school officials, local law enforcement, and members of the community, are part of a comprehensive protocol to identify, assess, and manage a potential threat to the school. ( (11) Early intervention, treatment, and prevention of violent behavior is an effective way to prevent violent conduct that would harm others and necessitate disciplinary action, including criminal penalties. ( 3056B. Functions of the National Threat Assessment Center of the United States Secret Service ``(a) In General.--There is established a National Threat Assessment Center (in this section referred to as the `Center'), to be operated by the United States Secret Service, at the direction of the Secretary of Homeland Security. ``(3) Research on threat assessment and the prevention of targeted violence, consistent with evidence-based standards and existing laws and regulations. ``(2) Training.-- ``(A) In general.--The Center shall develop and offer training courses on targeted school violence prevention to agencies with protective or public safety responsibilities and other public or private entities, including local educational agencies. ``(3) Coordination with other federal agencies.--The Center shall develop research and training programs under this section in coordination with the Department of Justice, the Department of Education, and the Department of Health and Human Services. ``(d) Hiring of Additional Personnel.--The Director of the United States Secret Service may hire additional personnel to comply with the requirements of this section, which, if the Director exercises that authority, shall include-- ``(1) at least 1 employee with expertise in child psychological development; and ``(2) at least 1 employee with expertise in school threat assessment. ``(h) No Funds To Provide Firearms Training.--None of the funds authorized to be appropriated under this section may be used to train any person in the use of a firearm. 2) The table of sections for chapter 203 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 3056A the following: ``3056B. Functions of the National Threat Assessment Center of the United States Secret Service.''.

To amend title 18, United States Code, to reauthorize and expand the National Threat Assessment Center of the Department of Homeland Security. 5) Lives were saved because of the brave and exemplary conduct of many students, teachers, and staff at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, including several of the victims of the attack. ( 7) Studies conducted by the Center on targeted school violence, in particular, have shown that-- (A) most incidents were planned in advance; (B) the attackers' behavior gave some indication that the individual was planning, or at least contemplating, an attack; (C) most attackers had already exhibited a pattern of behavior that was of concern to other people in their lives; and (D) prior to the attack, someone associated with the attacker, such as a family member or peer, knew the attack was to likely to occur. ( (9) The threat assessment model works most effectively when all the relevant parties, including school officials, local law enforcement, and members of the community, are part of a comprehensive protocol to identify, assess, and manage a potential threat to the school. ( 3056B. Functions of the National Threat Assessment Center of the United States Secret Service ``(a) In General.--There is established a National Threat Assessment Center (in this section referred to as the `Center'), to be operated by the United States Secret Service, at the direction of the Secretary of Homeland Security. ``(3) Research on threat assessment and the prevention of targeted violence, consistent with evidence-based standards and existing laws and regulations. ``(5) Development of evidence-based programs to promote the standardization of Federal, State, and local threat assessments, best practices in investigations involving threats, and the prevention of targeted violence. ``(3) Coordination with other federal agencies.--The Center shall develop research and training programs under this section in coordination with the Department of Justice, the Department of Education, and the Department of Health and Human Services. ``(h) No Funds To Provide Firearms Training.--None of the funds authorized to be appropriated under this section may be used to train any person in the use of a firearm. ``(i) No Effect on Other Laws.--Nothing in this section may be construed to preclude or contradict any other provision of law authorizing training in the use of firearms.''. ( b) Technical and Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Section 4 of the Presidential Threat Protection Act of 2000 (18 U.S.C. 3056 note) is repealed. (

To amend title 18, United States Code, to reauthorize and expand the National Threat Assessment Center of the Department of Homeland Security. 5) Lives were saved because of the brave and exemplary conduct of many students, teachers, and staff at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, including several of the victims of the attack. ( 7) Studies conducted by the Center on targeted school violence, in particular, have shown that-- (A) most incidents were planned in advance; (B) the attackers' behavior gave some indication that the individual was planning, or at least contemplating, an attack; (C) most attackers had already exhibited a pattern of behavior that was of concern to other people in their lives; and (D) prior to the attack, someone associated with the attacker, such as a family member or peer, knew the attack was to likely to occur. ( (9) The threat assessment model works most effectively when all the relevant parties, including school officials, local law enforcement, and members of the community, are part of a comprehensive protocol to identify, assess, and manage a potential threat to the school. ( 3056B. Functions of the National Threat Assessment Center of the United States Secret Service ``(a) In General.--There is established a National Threat Assessment Center (in this section referred to as the `Center'), to be operated by the United States Secret Service, at the direction of the Secretary of Homeland Security. ``(3) Research on threat assessment and the prevention of targeted violence, consistent with evidence-based standards and existing laws and regulations. ``(5) Development of evidence-based programs to promote the standardization of Federal, State, and local threat assessments, best practices in investigations involving threats, and the prevention of targeted violence. ``(3) Coordination with other federal agencies.--The Center shall develop research and training programs under this section in coordination with the Department of Justice, the Department of Education, and the Department of Health and Human Services. ``(h) No Funds To Provide Firearms Training.--None of the funds authorized to be appropriated under this section may be used to train any person in the use of a firearm. ``(i) No Effect on Other Laws.--Nothing in this section may be construed to preclude or contradict any other provision of law authorizing training in the use of firearms.''. ( b) Technical and Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Section 4 of the Presidential Threat Protection Act of 2000 (18 U.S.C. 3056 note) is repealed. (

To amend title 18, United States Code, to reauthorize and expand the National Threat Assessment Center of the Department of Homeland Security. 6) The National Threat Assessment Center (referred to in this Act as the ``Center'') was established in 1998 to conduct research on various types of targeted violence. (7) Studies conducted by the Center on targeted school violence, in particular, have shown that-- (A) most incidents were planned in advance; (B) the attackers' behavior gave some indication that the individual was planning, or at least contemplating, an attack; (C) most attackers had already exhibited a pattern of behavior that was of concern to other people in their lives; and (D) prior to the attack, someone associated with the attacker, such as a family member or peer, knew the attack was to likely to occur. ( 9) The threat assessment model works most effectively when all the relevant parties, including school officials, local law enforcement, and members of the community, are part of a comprehensive protocol to identify, assess, and manage a potential threat to the school. ( (11) Early intervention, treatment, and prevention of violent behavior is an effective way to prevent violent conduct that would harm others and necessitate disciplinary action, including criminal penalties. ( 3056B. Functions of the National Threat Assessment Center of the United States Secret Service ``(a) In General.--There is established a National Threat Assessment Center (in this section referred to as the `Center'), to be operated by the United States Secret Service, at the direction of the Secretary of Homeland Security. ``(3) Research on threat assessment and the prevention of targeted violence, consistent with evidence-based standards and existing laws and regulations. ``(2) Training.-- ``(A) In general.--The Center shall develop and offer training courses on targeted school violence prevention to agencies with protective or public safety responsibilities and other public or private entities, including local educational agencies. ``(3) Coordination with other federal agencies.--The Center shall develop research and training programs under this section in coordination with the Department of Justice, the Department of Education, and the Department of Health and Human Services. ``(d) Hiring of Additional Personnel.--The Director of the United States Secret Service may hire additional personnel to comply with the requirements of this section, which, if the Director exercises that authority, shall include-- ``(1) at least 1 employee with expertise in child psychological development; and ``(2) at least 1 employee with expertise in school threat assessment. ``(h) No Funds To Provide Firearms Training.--None of the funds authorized to be appropriated under this section may be used to train any person in the use of a firearm. 2) The table of sections for chapter 203 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 3056A the following: ``3056B. Functions of the National Threat Assessment Center of the United States Secret Service.''.

To amend title 18, United States Code, to reauthorize and expand the National Threat Assessment Center of the Department of Homeland Security. 5) Lives were saved because of the brave and exemplary conduct of many students, teachers, and staff at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, including several of the victims of the attack. ( 7) Studies conducted by the Center on targeted school violence, in particular, have shown that-- (A) most incidents were planned in advance; (B) the attackers' behavior gave some indication that the individual was planning, or at least contemplating, an attack; (C) most attackers had already exhibited a pattern of behavior that was of concern to other people in their lives; and (D) prior to the attack, someone associated with the attacker, such as a family member or peer, knew the attack was to likely to occur. ( (9) The threat assessment model works most effectively when all the relevant parties, including school officials, local law enforcement, and members of the community, are part of a comprehensive protocol to identify, assess, and manage a potential threat to the school. ( 3056B. Functions of the National Threat Assessment Center of the United States Secret Service ``(a) In General.--There is established a National Threat Assessment Center (in this section referred to as the `Center'), to be operated by the United States Secret Service, at the direction of the Secretary of Homeland Security. ``(3) Research on threat assessment and the prevention of targeted violence, consistent with evidence-based standards and existing laws and regulations. ``(5) Development of evidence-based programs to promote the standardization of Federal, State, and local threat assessments, best practices in investigations involving threats, and the prevention of targeted violence. ``(3) Coordination with other federal agencies.--The Center shall develop research and training programs under this section in coordination with the Department of Justice, the Department of Education, and the Department of Health and Human Services. ``(h) No Funds To Provide Firearms Training.--None of the funds authorized to be appropriated under this section may be used to train any person in the use of a firearm. ``(i) No Effect on Other Laws.--Nothing in this section may be construed to preclude or contradict any other provision of law authorizing training in the use of firearms.''. ( b) Technical and Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Section 4 of the Presidential Threat Protection Act of 2000 (18 U.S.C. 3056 note) is repealed. (

To amend title 18, United States Code, to reauthorize and expand the National Threat Assessment Center of the Department of Homeland Security. 6) The National Threat Assessment Center (referred to in this Act as the ``Center'') was established in 1998 to conduct research on various types of targeted violence. (7) Studies conducted by the Center on targeted school violence, in particular, have shown that-- (A) most incidents were planned in advance; (B) the attackers' behavior gave some indication that the individual was planning, or at least contemplating, an attack; (C) most attackers had already exhibited a pattern of behavior that was of concern to other people in their lives; and (D) prior to the attack, someone associated with the attacker, such as a family member or peer, knew the attack was to likely to occur. ( 9) The threat assessment model works most effectively when all the relevant parties, including school officials, local law enforcement, and members of the community, are part of a comprehensive protocol to identify, assess, and manage a potential threat to the school. ( (11) Early intervention, treatment, and prevention of violent behavior is an effective way to prevent violent conduct that would harm others and necessitate disciplinary action, including criminal penalties. ( 3056B. Functions of the National Threat Assessment Center of the United States Secret Service ``(a) In General.--There is established a National Threat Assessment Center (in this section referred to as the `Center'), to be operated by the United States Secret Service, at the direction of the Secretary of Homeland Security. ``(3) Research on threat assessment and the prevention of targeted violence, consistent with evidence-based standards and existing laws and regulations. ``(2) Training.-- ``(A) In general.--The Center shall develop and offer training courses on targeted school violence prevention to agencies with protective or public safety responsibilities and other public or private entities, including local educational agencies. ``(3) Coordination with other federal agencies.--The Center shall develop research and training programs under this section in coordination with the Department of Justice, the Department of Education, and the Department of Health and Human Services. ``(d) Hiring of Additional Personnel.--The Director of the United States Secret Service may hire additional personnel to comply with the requirements of this section, which, if the Director exercises that authority, shall include-- ``(1) at least 1 employee with expertise in child psychological development; and ``(2) at least 1 employee with expertise in school threat assessment. ``(h) No Funds To Provide Firearms Training.--None of the funds authorized to be appropriated under this section may be used to train any person in the use of a firearm. 2) The table of sections for chapter 203 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 3056A the following: ``3056B. Functions of the National Threat Assessment Center of the United States Secret Service.''.

To amend title 18, United States Code, to reauthorize and expand the National Threat Assessment Center of the Department of Homeland Security. 5) Lives were saved because of the brave and exemplary conduct of many students, teachers, and staff at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, including several of the victims of the attack. ( 7) Studies conducted by the Center on targeted school violence, in particular, have shown that-- (A) most incidents were planned in advance; (B) the attackers' behavior gave some indication that the individual was planning, or at least contemplating, an attack; (C) most attackers had already exhibited a pattern of behavior that was of concern to other people in their lives; and (D) prior to the attack, someone associated with the attacker, such as a family member or peer, knew the attack was to likely to occur. ( (9) The threat assessment model works most effectively when all the relevant parties, including school officials, local law enforcement, and members of the community, are part of a comprehensive protocol to identify, assess, and manage a potential threat to the school. ( 3056B. Functions of the National Threat Assessment Center of the United States Secret Service ``(a) In General.--There is established a National Threat Assessment Center (in this section referred to as the `Center'), to be operated by the United States Secret Service, at the direction of the Secretary of Homeland Security. ``(3) Research on threat assessment and the prevention of targeted violence, consistent with evidence-based standards and existing laws and regulations. ``(5) Development of evidence-based programs to promote the standardization of Federal, State, and local threat assessments, best practices in investigations involving threats, and the prevention of targeted violence. ``(3) Coordination with other federal agencies.--The Center shall develop research and training programs under this section in coordination with the Department of Justice, the Department of Education, and the Department of Health and Human Services. ``(h) No Funds To Provide Firearms Training.--None of the funds authorized to be appropriated under this section may be used to train any person in the use of a firearm. ``(i) No Effect on Other Laws.--Nothing in this section may be construed to preclude or contradict any other provision of law authorizing training in the use of firearms.''. ( b) Technical and Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Section 4 of the Presidential Threat Protection Act of 2000 (18 U.S.C. 3056 note) is repealed. (

To amend title 18, United States Code, to reauthorize and expand the National Threat Assessment Center of the Department of Homeland Security. 6) The National Threat Assessment Center (referred to in this Act as the ``Center'') was established in 1998 to conduct research on various types of targeted violence. (7) Studies conducted by the Center on targeted school violence, in particular, have shown that-- (A) most incidents were planned in advance; (B) the attackers' behavior gave some indication that the individual was planning, or at least contemplating, an attack; (C) most attackers had already exhibited a pattern of behavior that was of concern to other people in their lives; and (D) prior to the attack, someone associated with the attacker, such as a family member or peer, knew the attack was to likely to occur. ( 9) The threat assessment model works most effectively when all the relevant parties, including school officials, local law enforcement, and members of the community, are part of a comprehensive protocol to identify, assess, and manage a potential threat to the school. ( (11) Early intervention, treatment, and prevention of violent behavior is an effective way to prevent violent conduct that would harm others and necessitate disciplinary action, including criminal penalties. ( 3056B. Functions of the National Threat Assessment Center of the United States Secret Service ``(a) In General.--There is established a National Threat Assessment Center (in this section referred to as the `Center'), to be operated by the United States Secret Service, at the direction of the Secretary of Homeland Security. ``(3) Research on threat assessment and the prevention of targeted violence, consistent with evidence-based standards and existing laws and regulations. ``(2) Training.-- ``(A) In general.--The Center shall develop and offer training courses on targeted school violence prevention to agencies with protective or public safety responsibilities and other public or private entities, including local educational agencies. ``(3) Coordination with other federal agencies.--The Center shall develop research and training programs under this section in coordination with the Department of Justice, the Department of Education, and the Department of Health and Human Services. ``(d) Hiring of Additional Personnel.--The Director of the United States Secret Service may hire additional personnel to comply with the requirements of this section, which, if the Director exercises that authority, shall include-- ``(1) at least 1 employee with expertise in child psychological development; and ``(2) at least 1 employee with expertise in school threat assessment. ``(h) No Funds To Provide Firearms Training.--None of the funds authorized to be appropriated under this section may be used to train any person in the use of a firearm. 2) The table of sections for chapter 203 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 3056A the following: ``3056B. Functions of the National Threat Assessment Center of the United States Secret Service.''.

To amend title 18, United States Code, to reauthorize and expand the National Threat Assessment Center of the Department of Homeland Security. ``(3) Coordination with other federal agencies.--The Center shall develop research and training programs under this section in coordination with the Department of Justice, the Department of Education, and the Department of Health and Human Services. ``(i) No Effect on Other Laws.--Nothing in this section may be construed to preclude or contradict any other provision of law authorizing training in the use of firearms.''. ( b) Technical and Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Section 4 of the Presidential Threat Protection Act of 2000 (18 U.S.C. 3056 note) is repealed. (

To amend title 18, United States Code, to reauthorize and expand the National Threat Assessment Center of the Department of Homeland Security. 9) The threat assessment model works most effectively when all the relevant parties, including school officials, local law enforcement, and members of the community, are part of a comprehensive protocol to identify, assess, and manage a potential threat to the school. ( ( Functions of the National Threat Assessment Center of the United States Secret Service ``(a) In General.--There is established a National Threat Assessment Center (in this section referred to as the `Center'), to be operated by the United States Secret Service, at the direction of the Secretary of Homeland Security. ``(3) Coordination with other federal agencies.--The Center shall develop research and training programs under this section in coordination with the Department of Justice, the Department of Education, and the Department of Health and Human Services. 2) The table of sections for chapter 203 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 3056A the following: ``3056B. Functions of the National Threat Assessment Center of the United States Secret Service. ''.

H.R.9410

Finance and Financial Sector

This bill modifies the auditor independence standards required by the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board and the Securities and Exchange Commission. Specifically, an issuer that is a public company or has filed to become a public company must comply with certain auditor independence standards regarding audits that occurred in the fiscal year prior to the company going public.

To require auditor independence standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board and the Securities and Exchange Commission applicable to past audits of a company occurring before it was a public company to treat an auditor as independent if the auditor meets established professional standards, 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. AUDITOR INDEPENDENCE FOR CERTAIN PAST AUDITS OCCURRING BEFORE AN ISSUER IS A PUBLIC COMPANY. (a) Auditor Independence Standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board.--Section 103 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (15 U.S.C. 7213) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(e) Auditor Independence for Certain Past Audits Occurring Before an Issuer Is a Public Company.--With respect to an issuer that is a public company or an issuer that has filed a registration statement to become a public company, the auditor independence rules established by the Board with respect to audits occurring before the last fiscal year of the issuer completed before the issuer filed a registration statement to become a public company shall treat an auditor as independent if-- ``(1) the auditor is independent under standards established by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants applicable to certified public accountants in United States; or ``(2) with respect to a foreign issuer, the auditor is independent under comparable standards applicable to certified public accountants in the issuer's home country.''. (b) Auditor Independence Standards of the Securities and Exchange Commission.--Section 10A of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78j-1) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(n) Auditor Independence for Certain Past Audits Occurring Before an Issuer Is a Public Company.--With respect to an issuer that is a public company or an issuer that has filed a registration statement to become a public company, the auditor independence rules established by the Commission under the securities laws with respect to audits occurring before the last fiscal year of the issuer completed before the issuer filed a registration statement to become a public company shall treat an auditor as independent if-- ``(1) the auditor is independent under standards established by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants applicable to certified public accountants in United States; or ``(2) with respect to a foreign issuer, the auditor is independent under comparable standards applicable to certified public accountants in the issuer's home country.''. <all>

To require auditor independence standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board and the Securities and Exchange Commission applicable to past audits of a company occurring before it was a public company to treat an auditor as independent if the auditor meets established professional standards, and for other purposes.

To require auditor independence standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board and the Securities and Exchange Commission applicable to past audits of a company occurring before it was a public company to treat an auditor as independent if the auditor meets established professional standards, and for other purposes.

Official Titles - House of Representatives Official Title as Introduced To require auditor independence standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board and the Securities and Exchange Commission applicable to past audits of a company occurring before it was a public company to treat an auditor as independent if the auditor meets established professional standards, and for other purposes.

Rep. McHenry, Patrick T.

R

NC

This bill modifies the auditor independence standards required by the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board and the Securities and Exchange Commission. Specifically, an issuer that is a public company or has filed to become a public company must comply with certain auditor independence standards regarding audits that occurred in the fiscal year prior to the company going public.

To require auditor independence standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board and the Securities and Exchange Commission applicable to past audits of a company occurring before it was a public company to treat an auditor as independent if the auditor meets established professional standards, 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. AUDITOR INDEPENDENCE FOR CERTAIN PAST AUDITS OCCURRING BEFORE AN ISSUER IS A PUBLIC COMPANY. (a) Auditor Independence Standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board.--Section 103 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (15 U.S.C. 7213) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(e) Auditor Independence for Certain Past Audits Occurring Before an Issuer Is a Public Company.--With respect to an issuer that is a public company or an issuer that has filed a registration statement to become a public company, the auditor independence rules established by the Board with respect to audits occurring before the last fiscal year of the issuer completed before the issuer filed a registration statement to become a public company shall treat an auditor as independent if-- ``(1) the auditor is independent under standards established by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants applicable to certified public accountants in United States; or ``(2) with respect to a foreign issuer, the auditor is independent under comparable standards applicable to certified public accountants in the issuer's home country.''. (b) Auditor Independence Standards of the Securities and Exchange Commission.--Section 10A of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78j-1) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(n) Auditor Independence for Certain Past Audits Occurring Before an Issuer Is a Public Company.--With respect to an issuer that is a public company or an issuer that has filed a registration statement to become a public company, the auditor independence rules established by the Commission under the securities laws with respect to audits occurring before the last fiscal year of the issuer completed before the issuer filed a registration statement to become a public company shall treat an auditor as independent if-- ``(1) the auditor is independent under standards established by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants applicable to certified public accountants in United States; or ``(2) with respect to a foreign issuer, the auditor is independent under comparable standards applicable to certified public accountants in the issuer's home country.''. <all>

To require auditor independence standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board and the Securities and Exchange Commission applicable to past audits of a company occurring before it was a public company to treat an auditor as independent if the auditor meets established professional standards, 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. AUDITOR INDEPENDENCE FOR CERTAIN PAST AUDITS OCCURRING BEFORE AN ISSUER IS A PUBLIC COMPANY. (a) Auditor Independence Standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board.--Section 103 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (15 U.S.C. (b) Auditor Independence Standards of the Securities and Exchange Commission.--Section 10A of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78j-1) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(n) Auditor Independence for Certain Past Audits Occurring Before an Issuer Is a Public Company.--With respect to an issuer that is a public company or an issuer that has filed a registration statement to become a public company, the auditor independence rules established by the Commission under the securities laws with respect to audits occurring before the last fiscal year of the issuer completed before the issuer filed a registration statement to become a public company shall treat an auditor as independent if-- ``(1) the auditor is independent under standards established by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants applicable to certified public accountants in United States; or ``(2) with respect to a foreign issuer, the auditor is independent under comparable standards applicable to certified public accountants in the issuer's home country.''.

To require auditor independence standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board and the Securities and Exchange Commission applicable to past audits of a company occurring before it was a public company to treat an auditor as independent if the auditor meets established professional standards, 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. AUDITOR INDEPENDENCE FOR CERTAIN PAST AUDITS OCCURRING BEFORE AN ISSUER IS A PUBLIC COMPANY. (a) Auditor Independence Standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board.--Section 103 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (15 U.S.C. 7213) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(e) Auditor Independence for Certain Past Audits Occurring Before an Issuer Is a Public Company.--With respect to an issuer that is a public company or an issuer that has filed a registration statement to become a public company, the auditor independence rules established by the Board with respect to audits occurring before the last fiscal year of the issuer completed before the issuer filed a registration statement to become a public company shall treat an auditor as independent if-- ``(1) the auditor is independent under standards established by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants applicable to certified public accountants in United States; or ``(2) with respect to a foreign issuer, the auditor is independent under comparable standards applicable to certified public accountants in the issuer's home country.''. (b) Auditor Independence Standards of the Securities and Exchange Commission.--Section 10A of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78j-1) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(n) Auditor Independence for Certain Past Audits Occurring Before an Issuer Is a Public Company.--With respect to an issuer that is a public company or an issuer that has filed a registration statement to become a public company, the auditor independence rules established by the Commission under the securities laws with respect to audits occurring before the last fiscal year of the issuer completed before the issuer filed a registration statement to become a public company shall treat an auditor as independent if-- ``(1) the auditor is independent under standards established by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants applicable to certified public accountants in United States; or ``(2) with respect to a foreign issuer, the auditor is independent under comparable standards applicable to certified public accountants in the issuer's home country.''. <all>

To require auditor independence standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board and the Securities and Exchange Commission applicable to past audits of a company occurring before it was a public company to treat an auditor as independent if the auditor meets established professional standards, 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. AUDITOR INDEPENDENCE FOR CERTAIN PAST AUDITS OCCURRING BEFORE AN ISSUER IS A PUBLIC COMPANY. (a) Auditor Independence Standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board.--Section 103 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (15 U.S.C. 7213) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(e) Auditor Independence for Certain Past Audits Occurring Before an Issuer Is a Public Company.--With respect to an issuer that is a public company or an issuer that has filed a registration statement to become a public company, the auditor independence rules established by the Board with respect to audits occurring before the last fiscal year of the issuer completed before the issuer filed a registration statement to become a public company shall treat an auditor as independent if-- ``(1) the auditor is independent under standards established by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants applicable to certified public accountants in United States; or ``(2) with respect to a foreign issuer, the auditor is independent under comparable standards applicable to certified public accountants in the issuer's home country.''. (b) Auditor Independence Standards of the Securities and Exchange Commission.--Section 10A of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78j-1) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(n) Auditor Independence for Certain Past Audits Occurring Before an Issuer Is a Public Company.--With respect to an issuer that is a public company or an issuer that has filed a registration statement to become a public company, the auditor independence rules established by the Commission under the securities laws with respect to audits occurring before the last fiscal year of the issuer completed before the issuer filed a registration statement to become a public company shall treat an auditor as independent if-- ``(1) the auditor is independent under standards established by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants applicable to certified public accountants in United States; or ``(2) with respect to a foreign issuer, the auditor is independent under comparable standards applicable to certified public accountants in the issuer's home country.''. <all>

To require auditor independence standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board and the Securities and Exchange Commission applicable to past audits of a company occurring before it was a public company to treat an auditor as independent if the auditor meets established professional standards, 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.

To require auditor independence standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board and the Securities and Exchange Commission applicable to past audits of a company occurring before it was a public company to treat an auditor as independent if the auditor meets established professional standards, and for other purposes. b) Auditor Independence Standards of the Securities and Exchange Commission.--Section 10A of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C.

To require auditor independence standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board and the Securities and Exchange Commission applicable to past audits of a company occurring before it was a public company to treat an auditor as independent if the auditor meets established professional standards, and for other purposes. b) Auditor Independence Standards of the Securities and Exchange Commission.--Section 10A of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C.

To require auditor independence standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board and the Securities and Exchange Commission applicable to past audits of a company occurring before it was a public company to treat an auditor as independent if the auditor meets established professional standards, 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.

To require auditor independence standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board and the Securities and Exchange Commission applicable to past audits of a company occurring before it was a public company to treat an auditor as independent if the auditor meets established professional standards, and for other purposes. b) Auditor Independence Standards of the Securities and Exchange Commission.--Section 10A of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C.

To require auditor independence standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board and the Securities and Exchange Commission applicable to past audits of a company occurring before it was a public company to treat an auditor as independent if the auditor meets established professional standards, 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.

To require auditor independence standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board and the Securities and Exchange Commission applicable to past audits of a company occurring before it was a public company to treat an auditor as independent if the auditor meets established professional standards, and for other purposes. b) Auditor Independence Standards of the Securities and Exchange Commission.--Section 10A of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C.

To require auditor independence standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board and the Securities and Exchange Commission applicable to past audits of a company occurring before it was a public company to treat an auditor as independent if the auditor meets established professional standards, 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.

To require auditor independence standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board and the Securities and Exchange Commission applicable to past audits of a company occurring before it was a public company to treat an auditor as independent if the auditor meets established professional standards, and for other purposes. b) Auditor Independence Standards of the Securities and Exchange Commission.--Section 10A of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C.

To require auditor independence standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board and the Securities and Exchange Commission applicable to past audits of a company occurring before it was a public company to treat an auditor as independent if the auditor meets established professional standards, 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.

S.4891

Public Lands and Natural Resources

This bill provides for the construction of nurseries on public lands. Using funds made available under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to restore native vegetation and mitigate environmental hazards on mined land on federal and nonfederal lands, the Department of the Interior shall carry out a pilot program to establish and operate nurseries on lands under its jurisdiction. Likewise, the Forest Service shall carry out a pilot program to establish and operate nurseries on National Forest System lands. Interior shall carry out its pilot program in (1) four of the eleven contiguous Western states, and (2) one state that is not one of the eleven contiguous Western states. The Forest Service shall carry out its pilot program in (1) four of the eleven contiguous Western states; and (2) one state, including Vermont, that is not one of the eleven contiguous Western states.

To amend the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 to authorize certain construction activities on public lands, 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. NURSERIES. Title VI of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1781 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 604. NURSERIES. ``(a) In General.--Using funds made available under section 40804(b)(8) of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (16 U.S.C. 6592a(b)(8))-- ``(1) the Secretary shall carry out a pilot program to establish and operate nurseries on public lands and other Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary; and ``(2) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall carry out a pilot program to establish and operate nurseries on National Forest System land. ``(b) Locations.-- ``(1) Department of the interior.--The Secretary shall carry out the pilot program established under subsection (a)(1) in-- ``(A) 4 of the eleven contiguous Western States; and ``(B) 1 State that is not 1 of the eleven contiguous Western States. ``(2) Forest service.--The Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall carry out the pilot program established under subsection (a)(2) in-- ``(A) 4 of the eleven contiguous Western States; and ``(B) 1 State, including the State of Vermont, that is not 1 of the eleven contiguous Western States. ``(c) Activities.-- ``(1) Definition of secretary concerned.--In this subsection, the term `Secretary concerned' means-- ``(A) the Secretary, with respect to public lands and other Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary; and ``(B) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, with respect to National Forest System land. ``(2) Authorizations.--In carrying out a pilot program established under subsection (a), the Secretary concerned may-- ``(A) establish a tree nursery on Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary concerned, and develop the infrastructure necessary to support that nursery, to address Federal and regional conservation tree planting needs, consistent with the Bureau of Land Management National Seed Strategy; ``(B) purchase necessary equipment and machinery and construct the necessary facilities on Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary concerned to store material, equipment, and machinery authorized under this section; ``(C) enter into cooperative agreements with non- Federal entities to use trees produced in nurseries established under the pilot program; ``(D) conduct necessary research on grazing and forest management on Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary concerned, ensuring the long-term sustainability of such grazing and forest management, to maximize the ability-- ``(i) to sequester carbon; ``(ii) to prevent soil erosion; and ``(iii) to improve air and water quality; and ``(E) hire and train personnel to carry out the activities described in this section.''. <all>

A bill to amend the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 to authorize certain construction activities on public lands, and for other purposes.

A bill to amend the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 to authorize certain construction activities on public lands, and for other purposes.

Official Titles - Senate Official Title as Introduced A bill to amend the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 to authorize certain construction activities on public lands, and for other purposes.

Sen. Sanders, Bernard

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VT

This bill provides for the construction of nurseries on public lands. Using funds made available under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to restore native vegetation and mitigate environmental hazards on mined land on federal and nonfederal lands, the Department of the Interior shall carry out a pilot program to establish and operate nurseries on lands under its jurisdiction. Likewise, the Forest Service shall carry out a pilot program to establish and operate nurseries on National Forest System lands. Interior shall carry out its pilot program in (1) four of the eleven contiguous Western states, and (2) one state that is not one of the eleven contiguous Western states. The Forest Service shall carry out its pilot program in (1) four of the eleven contiguous Western states; and (2) one state, including Vermont, that is not one of the eleven contiguous Western states.

To amend the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 to authorize certain construction activities on public lands, 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. NURSERIES. Title VI of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1781 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 604. NURSERIES. ``(a) In General.--Using funds made available under section 40804(b)(8) of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (16 U.S.C. 6592a(b)(8))-- ``(1) the Secretary shall carry out a pilot program to establish and operate nurseries on public lands and other Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary; and ``(2) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall carry out a pilot program to establish and operate nurseries on National Forest System land. ``(b) Locations.-- ``(1) Department of the interior.--The Secretary shall carry out the pilot program established under subsection (a)(1) in-- ``(A) 4 of the eleven contiguous Western States; and ``(B) 1 State that is not 1 of the eleven contiguous Western States. ``(2) Forest service.--The Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall carry out the pilot program established under subsection (a)(2) in-- ``(A) 4 of the eleven contiguous Western States; and ``(B) 1 State, including the State of Vermont, that is not 1 of the eleven contiguous Western States. ``(c) Activities.-- ``(1) Definition of secretary concerned.--In this subsection, the term `Secretary concerned' means-- ``(A) the Secretary, with respect to public lands and other Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary; and ``(B) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, with respect to National Forest System land. ``(2) Authorizations.--In carrying out a pilot program established under subsection (a), the Secretary concerned may-- ``(A) establish a tree nursery on Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary concerned, and develop the infrastructure necessary to support that nursery, to address Federal and regional conservation tree planting needs, consistent with the Bureau of Land Management National Seed Strategy; ``(B) purchase necessary equipment and machinery and construct the necessary facilities on Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary concerned to store material, equipment, and machinery authorized under this section; ``(C) enter into cooperative agreements with non- Federal entities to use trees produced in nurseries established under the pilot program; ``(D) conduct necessary research on grazing and forest management on Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary concerned, ensuring the long-term sustainability of such grazing and forest management, to maximize the ability-- ``(i) to sequester carbon; ``(ii) to prevent soil erosion; and ``(iii) to improve air and water quality; and ``(E) hire and train personnel to carry out the activities described in this section.''. <all>

To amend the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 to authorize certain construction activities on public lands, 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. Title VI of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1781 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 604. NURSERIES. ``(a) In General.--Using funds made available under section 40804(b)(8) of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (16 U.S.C. ``(b) Locations.-- ``(1) Department of the interior.--The Secretary shall carry out the pilot program established under subsection (a)(1) in-- ``(A) 4 of the eleven contiguous Western States; and ``(B) 1 State that is not 1 of the eleven contiguous Western States. ``(c) Activities.-- ``(1) Definition of secretary concerned.--In this subsection, the term `Secretary concerned' means-- ``(A) the Secretary, with respect to public lands and other Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary; and ``(B) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, with respect to National Forest System land. ``(2) Authorizations.--In carrying out a pilot program established under subsection (a), the Secretary concerned may-- ``(A) establish a tree nursery on Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary concerned, and develop the infrastructure necessary to support that nursery, to address Federal and regional conservation tree planting needs, consistent with the Bureau of Land Management National Seed Strategy; ``(B) purchase necessary equipment and machinery and construct the necessary facilities on Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary concerned to store material, equipment, and machinery authorized under this section; ``(C) enter into cooperative agreements with non- Federal entities to use trees produced in nurseries established under the pilot program; ``(D) conduct necessary research on grazing and forest management on Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary concerned, ensuring the long-term sustainability of such grazing and forest management, to maximize the ability-- ``(i) to sequester carbon; ``(ii) to prevent soil erosion; and ``(iii) to improve air and water quality; and ``(E) hire and train personnel to carry out the activities described in this section.''.

To amend the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 to authorize certain construction activities on public lands, 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. NURSERIES. Title VI of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1781 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 604. NURSERIES. ``(a) In General.--Using funds made available under section 40804(b)(8) of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (16 U.S.C. 6592a(b)(8))-- ``(1) the Secretary shall carry out a pilot program to establish and operate nurseries on public lands and other Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary; and ``(2) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall carry out a pilot program to establish and operate nurseries on National Forest System land. ``(b) Locations.-- ``(1) Department of the interior.--The Secretary shall carry out the pilot program established under subsection (a)(1) in-- ``(A) 4 of the eleven contiguous Western States; and ``(B) 1 State that is not 1 of the eleven contiguous Western States. ``(2) Forest service.--The Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall carry out the pilot program established under subsection (a)(2) in-- ``(A) 4 of the eleven contiguous Western States; and ``(B) 1 State, including the State of Vermont, that is not 1 of the eleven contiguous Western States. ``(c) Activities.-- ``(1) Definition of secretary concerned.--In this subsection, the term `Secretary concerned' means-- ``(A) the Secretary, with respect to public lands and other Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary; and ``(B) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, with respect to National Forest System land. ``(2) Authorizations.--In carrying out a pilot program established under subsection (a), the Secretary concerned may-- ``(A) establish a tree nursery on Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary concerned, and develop the infrastructure necessary to support that nursery, to address Federal and regional conservation tree planting needs, consistent with the Bureau of Land Management National Seed Strategy; ``(B) purchase necessary equipment and machinery and construct the necessary facilities on Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary concerned to store material, equipment, and machinery authorized under this section; ``(C) enter into cooperative agreements with non- Federal entities to use trees produced in nurseries established under the pilot program; ``(D) conduct necessary research on grazing and forest management on Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary concerned, ensuring the long-term sustainability of such grazing and forest management, to maximize the ability-- ``(i) to sequester carbon; ``(ii) to prevent soil erosion; and ``(iii) to improve air and water quality; and ``(E) hire and train personnel to carry out the activities described in this section.''. <all>

To amend the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 to authorize certain construction activities on public lands, 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. NURSERIES. Title VI of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1781 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 604. NURSERIES. ``(a) In General.--Using funds made available under section 40804(b)(8) of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (16 U.S.C. 6592a(b)(8))-- ``(1) the Secretary shall carry out a pilot program to establish and operate nurseries on public lands and other Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary; and ``(2) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall carry out a pilot program to establish and operate nurseries on National Forest System land. ``(b) Locations.-- ``(1) Department of the interior.--The Secretary shall carry out the pilot program established under subsection (a)(1) in-- ``(A) 4 of the eleven contiguous Western States; and ``(B) 1 State that is not 1 of the eleven contiguous Western States. ``(2) Forest service.--The Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall carry out the pilot program established under subsection (a)(2) in-- ``(A) 4 of the eleven contiguous Western States; and ``(B) 1 State, including the State of Vermont, that is not 1 of the eleven contiguous Western States. ``(c) Activities.-- ``(1) Definition of secretary concerned.--In this subsection, the term `Secretary concerned' means-- ``(A) the Secretary, with respect to public lands and other Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary; and ``(B) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, with respect to National Forest System land. ``(2) Authorizations.--In carrying out a pilot program established under subsection (a), the Secretary concerned may-- ``(A) establish a tree nursery on Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary concerned, and develop the infrastructure necessary to support that nursery, to address Federal and regional conservation tree planting needs, consistent with the Bureau of Land Management National Seed Strategy; ``(B) purchase necessary equipment and machinery and construct the necessary facilities on Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary concerned to store material, equipment, and machinery authorized under this section; ``(C) enter into cooperative agreements with non- Federal entities to use trees produced in nurseries established under the pilot program; ``(D) conduct necessary research on grazing and forest management on Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary concerned, ensuring the long-term sustainability of such grazing and forest management, to maximize the ability-- ``(i) to sequester carbon; ``(ii) to prevent soil erosion; and ``(iii) to improve air and water quality; and ``(E) hire and train personnel to carry out the activities described in this section.''. <all>

To amend the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 to authorize certain construction activities on public lands, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--Using funds made available under section 40804(b)(8) of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (16 U.S.C. 6592a(b)(8))-- ``(1) the Secretary shall carry out a pilot program to establish and operate nurseries on public lands and other Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary; and ``(2) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall carry out a pilot program to establish and operate nurseries on National Forest System land. ``(2) Forest service.--The Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall carry out the pilot program established under subsection (a)(2) in-- ``(A) 4 of the eleven contiguous Western States; and ``(B) 1 State, including the State of Vermont, that is not 1 of the eleven contiguous Western States. ``(c) Activities.-- ``(1) Definition of secretary concerned.--In this subsection, the term `Secretary concerned' means-- ``(A) the Secretary, with respect to public lands and other Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary; and ``(B) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, with respect to National Forest System land.

To amend the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 to authorize certain construction activities on public lands, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--Using funds made available under section 40804(b)(8) of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (16 U.S.C. 6592a(b)(8))-- ``(1) the Secretary shall carry out a pilot program to establish and operate nurseries on public lands and other Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary; and ``(2) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall carry out a pilot program to establish and operate nurseries on National Forest System land.

To amend the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 to authorize certain construction activities on public lands, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--Using funds made available under section 40804(b)(8) of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (16 U.S.C. 6592a(b)(8))-- ``(1) the Secretary shall carry out a pilot program to establish and operate nurseries on public lands and other Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary; and ``(2) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall carry out a pilot program to establish and operate nurseries on National Forest System land.

To amend the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 to authorize certain construction activities on public lands, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--Using funds made available under section 40804(b)(8) of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (16 U.S.C. 6592a(b)(8))-- ``(1) the Secretary shall carry out a pilot program to establish and operate nurseries on public lands and other Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary; and ``(2) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall carry out a pilot program to establish and operate nurseries on National Forest System land. ``(2) Forest service.--The Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall carry out the pilot program established under subsection (a)(2) in-- ``(A) 4 of the eleven contiguous Western States; and ``(B) 1 State, including the State of Vermont, that is not 1 of the eleven contiguous Western States. ``(c) Activities.-- ``(1) Definition of secretary concerned.--In this subsection, the term `Secretary concerned' means-- ``(A) the Secretary, with respect to public lands and other Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary; and ``(B) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, with respect to National Forest System land.

To amend the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 to authorize certain construction activities on public lands, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--Using funds made available under section 40804(b)(8) of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (16 U.S.C. 6592a(b)(8))-- ``(1) the Secretary shall carry out a pilot program to establish and operate nurseries on public lands and other Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary; and ``(2) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall carry out a pilot program to establish and operate nurseries on National Forest System land.

To amend the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 to authorize certain construction activities on public lands, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--Using funds made available under section 40804(b)(8) of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (16 U.S.C. 6592a(b)(8))-- ``(1) the Secretary shall carry out a pilot program to establish and operate nurseries on public lands and other Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary; and ``(2) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall carry out a pilot program to establish and operate nurseries on National Forest System land. ``(2) Forest service.--The Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall carry out the pilot program established under subsection (a)(2) in-- ``(A) 4 of the eleven contiguous Western States; and ``(B) 1 State, including the State of Vermont, that is not 1 of the eleven contiguous Western States. ``(c) Activities.-- ``(1) Definition of secretary concerned.--In this subsection, the term `Secretary concerned' means-- ``(A) the Secretary, with respect to public lands and other Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary; and ``(B) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, with respect to National Forest System land.

To amend the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 to authorize certain construction activities on public lands, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--Using funds made available under section 40804(b)(8) of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (16 U.S.C. 6592a(b)(8))-- ``(1) the Secretary shall carry out a pilot program to establish and operate nurseries on public lands and other Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary; and ``(2) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall carry out a pilot program to establish and operate nurseries on National Forest System land.

To amend the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 to authorize certain construction activities on public lands, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--Using funds made available under section 40804(b)(8) of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (16 U.S.C. 6592a(b)(8))-- ``(1) the Secretary shall carry out a pilot program to establish and operate nurseries on public lands and other Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary; and ``(2) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall carry out a pilot program to establish and operate nurseries on National Forest System land. ``(2) Forest service.--The Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall carry out the pilot program established under subsection (a)(2) in-- ``(A) 4 of the eleven contiguous Western States; and ``(B) 1 State, including the State of Vermont, that is not 1 of the eleven contiguous Western States. ``(c) Activities.-- ``(1) Definition of secretary concerned.--In this subsection, the term `Secretary concerned' means-- ``(A) the Secretary, with respect to public lands and other Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary; and ``(B) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, with respect to National Forest System land.

To amend the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 to authorize certain construction activities on public lands, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--Using funds made available under section 40804(b)(8) of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (16 U.S.C. 6592a(b)(8))-- ``(1) the Secretary shall carry out a pilot program to establish and operate nurseries on public lands and other Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary; and ``(2) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall carry out a pilot program to establish and operate nurseries on National Forest System land.

To amend the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 to authorize certain construction activities on public lands, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--Using funds made available under section 40804(b)(8) of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (16 U.S.C. 6592a(b)(8))-- ``(1) the Secretary shall carry out a pilot program to establish and operate nurseries on public lands and other Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary; and ``(2) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall carry out a pilot program to establish and operate nurseries on National Forest System land. ``(2) Forest service.--The Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall carry out the pilot program established under subsection (a)(2) in-- ``(A) 4 of the eleven contiguous Western States; and ``(B) 1 State, including the State of Vermont, that is not 1 of the eleven contiguous Western States. ``(c) Activities.-- ``(1) Definition of secretary concerned.--In this subsection, the term `Secretary concerned' means-- ``(A) the Secretary, with respect to public lands and other Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary; and ``(B) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, with respect to National Forest System land.

S.2495

Health

Protecting our Pharmaceutical Supply Chain from China Act of 2021 This bill requires the federal government to maintain a registry of certain foreign-sourced drugs, prohibits federal health care programs from purchasing drugs containing ingredients manufactured in China, requires drugs to be labeled for country of origin, and offers domestic manufacturing facility tax incentives. The Food and Drug Administration shall maintain (1) a list of foreign-sourced drugs and active ingredients that are critical for consumer health and safety, and (2) another list identifying such drugs that are produced exclusively in China or use ingredients produced in China. The bill phases in a restriction on federal health care programs purchasing drugs with active ingredients manufactured in China. By January 1, 2024, such programs may not purchase a drug with any active ingredients from China. The Department of Health and Human Services may issue a waiver for an agency or program that is unable to meet this requirement, but no waiver may apply to drugs purchased in or after 2026. Each drug must have labeling listing the country of origin of each active ingredient, and a drug without this labeling shall be deemed misbranded. The bill allows 100% tax expensing for qualified pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing property placed in service between 2020 and 2026.

To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to maintain a list of the country of origin of all drugs marketed in the United States, to ban the use of Federal funds for the purchase of drugs manufactured in the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Protecting our Pharmaceutical Supply Chain from China Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. COUNTRY OF ORIGIN OF DRUGS. (a) In General.--Subchapter A of chapter V of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 351 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 524B. REGISTRY OF DRUGS PRODUCED OUTSIDE THE US. ``(a) In General.--The Secretary shall compile and maintain a list of all drugs approved under subsection (c) or (j) of section 505 of this Act or licensed under subsection (a) or (k) of section 351 of the Public Health Service Act, and any active ingredients in such drugs, that-- ``(1) are manufactured outside of the United States; and ``(2) are determined by the Secretary to be critical to the health and safety of consumers in the United States. ``(b) Additional List.--In conjunction with the list described in subsection (a), the Secretary shall compile and maintain a list of drugs included on such list that are exclusively produced in, or use active or inactive ingredients produced in, the People's Republic of China. ``(c) Requirement.--The list described in subsection (a) shall, with respect to each drug included on the list, provide information about the supply chain of the drug, including each step in the supply chain that occurs prior to importation of the drug into the United States.''. (b) Federal Health Program Purchase of Drugs.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Department of Health and Human Services, the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Department of Defense, and any other Federal health care program (as defined in section 1128B(f) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1320a-7b(b))), with respect to the purchase of a drug by such agency or program, the following shall apply: (A) Beginning on January 1, 2023, such agency or program may purchase only drugs for which 60 percent or more of the active pharmaceutical ingredients are manufactured in countries described in paragraph (2). (B) Beginning on January 1, 2024, such agency or program may purchase only drugs for which 100 percent of the active pharmaceutical ingredients are manufactured in countries described in paragraph (2). (2) Countries described.--The countries described in this paragraph are countries-- (A) other than People's Republic of China; and (B) that meet the health and safety standards of the Food and Drug Administration. (3) Waivers.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services may issue waivers of the requirements under paragraph (1) for any agency or program that is unable to meet such requirements and demonstrates a need for the waiver. No waiver may be issued under this paragraph for drugs that are purchased on or after January 1, 2026. (c) Labeling Requirement.--Section 502 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 352) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(gg) If it is a drug and its labeling does not specify the country of origin of each active ingredient contained in the drug.''. SEC. 3. TEMPORARY 100 PERCENT EXPENSING FOR PHARMACEUTICAL AND MEDICAL DEVICE MANUFACTURING PROPERTY. (a) In General.--For purposes of section 168(k) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, in the case of any qualified pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing property which is placed in service after December 31, 2019, and before January 1, 2027-- (1) such property shall be treated as qualified property (within the meaning of such section), (2) the applicable percentage otherwise determined under section 168(k)(6) of such Code with respect to such property shall be 100 percent, and (3) paragraph (8) of such section shall not apply. (b) Qualified Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Manufacturing Property.--For purposes of this section, the term ``qualified pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing property'' means any tangible property placed in service in the United States as part of the construction or expansion of property for the manufacture of drugs (as defined in section 201(g) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 321(g))) or medical devices (as defined in section 201(h) of such Act (21 U.S.C. 321(h))). <all>

Protecting our Pharmaceutical Supply Chain from China Act of 2021

A bill to require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to maintain a list of the country of origin of all drugs marketed in the United States, to ban the use of Federal funds for the purchase of drugs manufactured in the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes.

Protecting our Pharmaceutical Supply Chain from China Act of 2021

Sen. Cotton, Tom

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This bill requires the federal government to maintain a registry of certain foreign-sourced drugs, prohibits federal health care programs from purchasing drugs containing ingredients manufactured in China, requires drugs to be labeled for country of origin, and offers domestic manufacturing facility tax incentives. The Food and Drug Administration shall maintain (1) a list of foreign-sourced drugs and active ingredients that are critical for consumer health and safety, and (2) another list identifying such drugs that are produced exclusively in China or use ingredients produced in China. The bill phases in a restriction on federal health care programs purchasing drugs with active ingredients manufactured in China. By January 1, 2024, such programs may not purchase a drug with any active ingredients from China. The Department of Health and Human Services may issue a waiver for an agency or program that is unable to meet this requirement, but no waiver may apply to drugs purchased in or after 2026. Each drug must have labeling listing the country of origin of each active ingredient, and a drug without this labeling shall be deemed misbranded. The bill allows 100% tax expensing for qualified pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing property placed in service between 2020 and 2026.

Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Pharmaceutical Supply Chain from China Act of 2021''. 2. COUNTRY OF ORIGIN OF DRUGS. 351 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 524B. REGISTRY OF DRUGS PRODUCED OUTSIDE THE US. ``(b) Additional List.--In conjunction with the list described in subsection (a), the Secretary shall compile and maintain a list of drugs included on such list that are exclusively produced in, or use active or inactive ingredients produced in, the People's Republic of China. ``(c) Requirement.--The list described in subsection (a) shall, with respect to each drug included on the list, provide information about the supply chain of the drug, including each step in the supply chain that occurs prior to importation of the drug into the United States.''. (b) Federal Health Program Purchase of Drugs.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Department of Health and Human Services, the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Department of Defense, and any other Federal health care program (as defined in section 1128B(f) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1320a-7b(b))), with respect to the purchase of a drug by such agency or program, the following shall apply: (A) Beginning on January 1, 2023, such agency or program may purchase only drugs for which 60 percent or more of the active pharmaceutical ingredients are manufactured in countries described in paragraph (2). (2) Countries described.--The countries described in this paragraph are countries-- (A) other than People's Republic of China; and (B) that meet the health and safety standards of the Food and Drug Administration. No waiver may be issued under this paragraph for drugs that are purchased on or after January 1, 2026. (c) Labeling Requirement.--Section 502 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 352) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(gg) If it is a drug and its labeling does not specify the country of origin of each active ingredient contained in the drug.''. SEC. 3. TEMPORARY 100 PERCENT EXPENSING FOR PHARMACEUTICAL AND MEDICAL DEVICE MANUFACTURING PROPERTY. (a) In General.--For purposes of section 168(k) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, in the case of any qualified pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing property which is placed in service after December 31, 2019, and before January 1, 2027-- (1) such property shall be treated as qualified property (within the meaning of such section), (2) the applicable percentage otherwise determined under section 168(k)(6) of such Code with respect to such property shall be 100 percent, and (3) paragraph (8) of such section shall not apply. 321(g))) or medical devices (as defined in section 201(h) of such Act (21 U.S.C. 321(h))).

Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Pharmaceutical Supply Chain from China Act of 2021''. 2. COUNTRY OF ORIGIN OF DRUGS. 351 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 524B. REGISTRY OF DRUGS PRODUCED OUTSIDE THE US. ``(b) Additional List.--In conjunction with the list described in subsection (a), the Secretary shall compile and maintain a list of drugs included on such list that are exclusively produced in, or use active or inactive ingredients produced in, the People's Republic of China. (b) Federal Health Program Purchase of Drugs.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Department of Health and Human Services, the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Department of Defense, and any other Federal health care program (as defined in section 1128B(f) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1320a-7b(b))), with respect to the purchase of a drug by such agency or program, the following shall apply: (A) Beginning on January 1, 2023, such agency or program may purchase only drugs for which 60 percent or more of the active pharmaceutical ingredients are manufactured in countries described in paragraph (2). No waiver may be issued under this paragraph for drugs that are purchased on or after January 1, 2026. (c) Labeling Requirement.--Section 502 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. SEC. 3. TEMPORARY 100 PERCENT EXPENSING FOR PHARMACEUTICAL AND MEDICAL DEVICE MANUFACTURING PROPERTY. (a) In General.--For purposes of section 168(k) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, in the case of any qualified pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing property which is placed in service after December 31, 2019, and before January 1, 2027-- (1) such property shall be treated as qualified property (within the meaning of such section), (2) the applicable percentage otherwise determined under section 168(k)(6) of such Code with respect to such property shall be 100 percent, and (3) paragraph (8) of such section shall not apply. 321(h))).

To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to maintain a list of the country of origin of all drugs marketed in the United States, to ban the use of Federal funds for the purchase of drugs manufactured in the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Protecting our Pharmaceutical Supply Chain from China Act of 2021''. 2. COUNTRY OF ORIGIN OF DRUGS. (a) In General.--Subchapter A of chapter V of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 351 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 524B. REGISTRY OF DRUGS PRODUCED OUTSIDE THE US. ``(a) In General.--The Secretary shall compile and maintain a list of all drugs approved under subsection (c) or (j) of section 505 of this Act or licensed under subsection (a) or (k) of section 351 of the Public Health Service Act, and any active ingredients in such drugs, that-- ``(1) are manufactured outside of the United States; and ``(2) are determined by the Secretary to be critical to the health and safety of consumers in the United States. ``(b) Additional List.--In conjunction with the list described in subsection (a), the Secretary shall compile and maintain a list of drugs included on such list that are exclusively produced in, or use active or inactive ingredients produced in, the People's Republic of China. ``(c) Requirement.--The list described in subsection (a) shall, with respect to each drug included on the list, provide information about the supply chain of the drug, including each step in the supply chain that occurs prior to importation of the drug into the United States.''. (b) Federal Health Program Purchase of Drugs.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Department of Health and Human Services, the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Department of Defense, and any other Federal health care program (as defined in section 1128B(f) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1320a-7b(b))), with respect to the purchase of a drug by such agency or program, the following shall apply: (A) Beginning on January 1, 2023, such agency or program may purchase only drugs for which 60 percent or more of the active pharmaceutical ingredients are manufactured in countries described in paragraph (2). (2) Countries described.--The countries described in this paragraph are countries-- (A) other than People's Republic of China; and (B) that meet the health and safety standards of the Food and Drug Administration. (3) Waivers.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services may issue waivers of the requirements under paragraph (1) for any agency or program that is unable to meet such requirements and demonstrates a need for the waiver. No waiver may be issued under this paragraph for drugs that are purchased on or after January 1, 2026. (c) Labeling Requirement.--Section 502 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 352) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(gg) If it is a drug and its labeling does not specify the country of origin of each active ingredient contained in the drug.''. SEC. 3. TEMPORARY 100 PERCENT EXPENSING FOR PHARMACEUTICAL AND MEDICAL DEVICE MANUFACTURING PROPERTY. (a) In General.--For purposes of section 168(k) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, in the case of any qualified pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing property which is placed in service after December 31, 2019, and before January 1, 2027-- (1) such property shall be treated as qualified property (within the meaning of such section), (2) the applicable percentage otherwise determined under section 168(k)(6) of such Code with respect to such property shall be 100 percent, and (3) paragraph (8) of such section shall not apply. (b) Qualified Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Manufacturing Property.--For purposes of this section, the term ``qualified pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing property'' means any tangible property placed in service in the United States as part of the construction or expansion of property for the manufacture of drugs (as defined in section 201(g) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 321(g))) or medical devices (as defined in section 201(h) of such Act (21 U.S.C. 321(h))).

To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to maintain a list of the country of origin of all drugs marketed in the United States, to ban the use of Federal funds for the purchase of drugs manufactured in the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Protecting our Pharmaceutical Supply Chain from China Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. COUNTRY OF ORIGIN OF DRUGS. (a) In General.--Subchapter A of chapter V of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 351 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 524B. REGISTRY OF DRUGS PRODUCED OUTSIDE THE US. ``(a) In General.--The Secretary shall compile and maintain a list of all drugs approved under subsection (c) or (j) of section 505 of this Act or licensed under subsection (a) or (k) of section 351 of the Public Health Service Act, and any active ingredients in such drugs, that-- ``(1) are manufactured outside of the United States; and ``(2) are determined by the Secretary to be critical to the health and safety of consumers in the United States. ``(b) Additional List.--In conjunction with the list described in subsection (a), the Secretary shall compile and maintain a list of drugs included on such list that are exclusively produced in, or use active or inactive ingredients produced in, the People's Republic of China. ``(c) Requirement.--The list described in subsection (a) shall, with respect to each drug included on the list, provide information about the supply chain of the drug, including each step in the supply chain that occurs prior to importation of the drug into the United States.''. (b) Federal Health Program Purchase of Drugs.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Department of Health and Human Services, the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Department of Defense, and any other Federal health care program (as defined in section 1128B(f) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1320a-7b(b))), with respect to the purchase of a drug by such agency or program, the following shall apply: (A) Beginning on January 1, 2023, such agency or program may purchase only drugs for which 60 percent or more of the active pharmaceutical ingredients are manufactured in countries described in paragraph (2). (B) Beginning on January 1, 2024, such agency or program may purchase only drugs for which 100 percent of the active pharmaceutical ingredients are manufactured in countries described in paragraph (2). (2) Countries described.--The countries described in this paragraph are countries-- (A) other than People's Republic of China; and (B) that meet the health and safety standards of the Food and Drug Administration. (3) Waivers.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services may issue waivers of the requirements under paragraph (1) for any agency or program that is unable to meet such requirements and demonstrates a need for the waiver. No waiver may be issued under this paragraph for drugs that are purchased on or after January 1, 2026. (c) Labeling Requirement.--Section 502 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 352) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(gg) If it is a drug and its labeling does not specify the country of origin of each active ingredient contained in the drug.''. SEC. 3. TEMPORARY 100 PERCENT EXPENSING FOR PHARMACEUTICAL AND MEDICAL DEVICE MANUFACTURING PROPERTY. (a) In General.--For purposes of section 168(k) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, in the case of any qualified pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing property which is placed in service after December 31, 2019, and before January 1, 2027-- (1) such property shall be treated as qualified property (within the meaning of such section), (2) the applicable percentage otherwise determined under section 168(k)(6) of such Code with respect to such property shall be 100 percent, and (3) paragraph (8) of such section shall not apply. (b) Qualified Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Manufacturing Property.--For purposes of this section, the term ``qualified pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing property'' means any tangible property placed in service in the United States as part of the construction or expansion of property for the manufacture of drugs (as defined in section 201(g) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 321(g))) or medical devices (as defined in section 201(h) of such Act (21 U.S.C. 321(h))). <all>

To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to maintain a list of the country of origin of all drugs marketed in the United States, to ban the use of Federal funds for the purchase of drugs manufactured in the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--The Secretary shall compile and maintain a list of all drugs approved under subsection (c) or (j) of section 505 of this Act or licensed under subsection (a) or (k) of section 351 of the Public Health Service Act, and any active ingredients in such drugs, that-- ``(1) are manufactured outside of the United States; and ``(2) are determined by the Secretary to be critical to the health and safety of consumers in the United States. ``(b) Additional List.--In conjunction with the list described in subsection (a), the Secretary shall compile and maintain a list of drugs included on such list that are exclusively produced in, or use active or inactive ingredients produced in, the People's Republic of China. ``(c) Requirement.--The list described in subsection (a) shall, with respect to each drug included on the list, provide information about the supply chain of the drug, including each step in the supply chain that occurs prior to importation of the drug into the United States.''. ( (2) Countries described.--The countries described in this paragraph are countries-- (A) other than People's Republic of China; and (B) that meet the health and safety standards of the Food and Drug Administration. ( 3) Waivers.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services may issue waivers of the requirements under paragraph (1) for any agency or program that is unable to meet such requirements and demonstrates a need for the waiver. (b) Qualified Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Manufacturing Property.--For purposes of this section, the term ``qualified pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing property'' means any tangible property placed in service in the United States as part of the construction or expansion of property for the manufacture of drugs (as defined in section 201(g) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 321(g))) or medical devices (as defined in section 201(h) of such Act (21 U.S.C. 321(h))).

To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to maintain a list of the country of origin of all drugs marketed in the United States, to ban the use of Federal funds for the purchase of drugs manufactured in the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes. COUNTRY OF ORIGIN OF DRUGS. ( ``(b) Additional List.--In conjunction with the list described in subsection (a), the Secretary shall compile and maintain a list of drugs included on such list that are exclusively produced in, or use active or inactive ingredients produced in, the People's Republic of China. 1320a-7b(b))), with respect to the purchase of a drug by such agency or program, the following shall apply: (A) Beginning on January 1, 2023, such agency or program may purchase only drugs for which 60 percent or more of the active pharmaceutical ingredients are manufactured in countries described in paragraph (2). ( B) Beginning on January 1, 2024, such agency or program may purchase only drugs for which 100 percent of the active pharmaceutical ingredients are manufactured in countries described in paragraph (2). ( (b) Qualified Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Manufacturing Property.--For purposes of this section, the term ``qualified pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing property'' means any tangible property placed in service in the United States as part of the construction or expansion of property for the manufacture of drugs (as defined in section 201(g) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 321(g))) or medical devices (as defined in section 201(h) of such Act (21 U.S.C. 321(h))).

To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to maintain a list of the country of origin of all drugs marketed in the United States, to ban the use of Federal funds for the purchase of drugs manufactured in the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes. COUNTRY OF ORIGIN OF DRUGS. ( ``(b) Additional List.--In conjunction with the list described in subsection (a), the Secretary shall compile and maintain a list of drugs included on such list that are exclusively produced in, or use active or inactive ingredients produced in, the People's Republic of China. 1320a-7b(b))), with respect to the purchase of a drug by such agency or program, the following shall apply: (A) Beginning on January 1, 2023, such agency or program may purchase only drugs for which 60 percent or more of the active pharmaceutical ingredients are manufactured in countries described in paragraph (2). ( B) Beginning on January 1, 2024, such agency or program may purchase only drugs for which 100 percent of the active pharmaceutical ingredients are manufactured in countries described in paragraph (2). ( (b) Qualified Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Manufacturing Property.--For purposes of this section, the term ``qualified pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing property'' means any tangible property placed in service in the United States as part of the construction or expansion of property for the manufacture of drugs (as defined in section 201(g) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 321(g))) or medical devices (as defined in section 201(h) of such Act (21 U.S.C. 321(h))).

To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to maintain a list of the country of origin of all drugs marketed in the United States, to ban the use of Federal funds for the purchase of drugs manufactured in the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--The Secretary shall compile and maintain a list of all drugs approved under subsection (c) or (j) of section 505 of this Act or licensed under subsection (a) or (k) of section 351 of the Public Health Service Act, and any active ingredients in such drugs, that-- ``(1) are manufactured outside of the United States; and ``(2) are determined by the Secretary to be critical to the health and safety of consumers in the United States. ``(b) Additional List.--In conjunction with the list described in subsection (a), the Secretary shall compile and maintain a list of drugs included on such list that are exclusively produced in, or use active or inactive ingredients produced in, the People's Republic of China. ``(c) Requirement.--The list described in subsection (a) shall, with respect to each drug included on the list, provide information about the supply chain of the drug, including each step in the supply chain that occurs prior to importation of the drug into the United States.''. ( (2) Countries described.--The countries described in this paragraph are countries-- (A) other than People's Republic of China; and (B) that meet the health and safety standards of the Food and Drug Administration. ( 3) Waivers.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services may issue waivers of the requirements under paragraph (1) for any agency or program that is unable to meet such requirements and demonstrates a need for the waiver. (b) Qualified Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Manufacturing Property.--For purposes of this section, the term ``qualified pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing property'' means any tangible property placed in service in the United States as part of the construction or expansion of property for the manufacture of drugs (as defined in section 201(g) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 321(g))) or medical devices (as defined in section 201(h) of such Act (21 U.S.C. 321(h))).

To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to maintain a list of the country of origin of all drugs marketed in the United States, to ban the use of Federal funds for the purchase of drugs manufactured in the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes. COUNTRY OF ORIGIN OF DRUGS. ( ``(b) Additional List.--In conjunction with the list described in subsection (a), the Secretary shall compile and maintain a list of drugs included on such list that are exclusively produced in, or use active or inactive ingredients produced in, the People's Republic of China. 1320a-7b(b))), with respect to the purchase of a drug by such agency or program, the following shall apply: (A) Beginning on January 1, 2023, such agency or program may purchase only drugs for which 60 percent or more of the active pharmaceutical ingredients are manufactured in countries described in paragraph (2). ( B) Beginning on January 1, 2024, such agency or program may purchase only drugs for which 100 percent of the active pharmaceutical ingredients are manufactured in countries described in paragraph (2). ( (b) Qualified Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Manufacturing Property.--For purposes of this section, the term ``qualified pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing property'' means any tangible property placed in service in the United States as part of the construction or expansion of property for the manufacture of drugs (as defined in section 201(g) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 321(g))) or medical devices (as defined in section 201(h) of such Act (21 U.S.C. 321(h))).

To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to maintain a list of the country of origin of all drugs marketed in the United States, to ban the use of Federal funds for the purchase of drugs manufactured in the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--The Secretary shall compile and maintain a list of all drugs approved under subsection (c) or (j) of section 505 of this Act or licensed under subsection (a) or (k) of section 351 of the Public Health Service Act, and any active ingredients in such drugs, that-- ``(1) are manufactured outside of the United States; and ``(2) are determined by the Secretary to be critical to the health and safety of consumers in the United States. ``(b) Additional List.--In conjunction with the list described in subsection (a), the Secretary shall compile and maintain a list of drugs included on such list that are exclusively produced in, or use active or inactive ingredients produced in, the People's Republic of China. ``(c) Requirement.--The list described in subsection (a) shall, with respect to each drug included on the list, provide information about the supply chain of the drug, including each step in the supply chain that occurs prior to importation of the drug into the United States.''. ( (2) Countries described.--The countries described in this paragraph are countries-- (A) other than People's Republic of China; and (B) that meet the health and safety standards of the Food and Drug Administration. ( 3) Waivers.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services may issue waivers of the requirements under paragraph (1) for any agency or program that is unable to meet such requirements and demonstrates a need for the waiver. (b) Qualified Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Manufacturing Property.--For purposes of this section, the term ``qualified pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing property'' means any tangible property placed in service in the United States as part of the construction or expansion of property for the manufacture of drugs (as defined in section 201(g) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 321(g))) or medical devices (as defined in section 201(h) of such Act (21 U.S.C. 321(h))).

To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to maintain a list of the country of origin of all drugs marketed in the United States, to ban the use of Federal funds for the purchase of drugs manufactured in the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes. COUNTRY OF ORIGIN OF DRUGS. ( ``(b) Additional List.--In conjunction with the list described in subsection (a), the Secretary shall compile and maintain a list of drugs included on such list that are exclusively produced in, or use active or inactive ingredients produced in, the People's Republic of China. 1320a-7b(b))), with respect to the purchase of a drug by such agency or program, the following shall apply: (A) Beginning on January 1, 2023, such agency or program may purchase only drugs for which 60 percent or more of the active pharmaceutical ingredients are manufactured in countries described in paragraph (2). ( B) Beginning on January 1, 2024, such agency or program may purchase only drugs for which 100 percent of the active pharmaceutical ingredients are manufactured in countries described in paragraph (2). ( (b) Qualified Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Manufacturing Property.--For purposes of this section, the term ``qualified pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing property'' means any tangible property placed in service in the United States as part of the construction or expansion of property for the manufacture of drugs (as defined in section 201(g) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 321(g))) or medical devices (as defined in section 201(h) of such Act (21 U.S.C. 321(h))).

To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to maintain a list of the country of origin of all drugs marketed in the United States, to ban the use of Federal funds for the purchase of drugs manufactured in the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--The Secretary shall compile and maintain a list of all drugs approved under subsection (c) or (j) of section 505 of this Act or licensed under subsection (a) or (k) of section 351 of the Public Health Service Act, and any active ingredients in such drugs, that-- ``(1) are manufactured outside of the United States; and ``(2) are determined by the Secretary to be critical to the health and safety of consumers in the United States. ``(b) Additional List.--In conjunction with the list described in subsection (a), the Secretary shall compile and maintain a list of drugs included on such list that are exclusively produced in, or use active or inactive ingredients produced in, the People's Republic of China. ``(c) Requirement.--The list described in subsection (a) shall, with respect to each drug included on the list, provide information about the supply chain of the drug, including each step in the supply chain that occurs prior to importation of the drug into the United States.''. ( (2) Countries described.--The countries described in this paragraph are countries-- (A) other than People's Republic of China; and (B) that meet the health and safety standards of the Food and Drug Administration. ( 3) Waivers.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services may issue waivers of the requirements under paragraph (1) for any agency or program that is unable to meet such requirements and demonstrates a need for the waiver. (b) Qualified Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Manufacturing Property.--For purposes of this section, the term ``qualified pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing property'' means any tangible property placed in service in the United States as part of the construction or expansion of property for the manufacture of drugs (as defined in section 201(g) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 321(g))) or medical devices (as defined in section 201(h) of such Act (21 U.S.C. 321(h))).

To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to maintain a list of the country of origin of all drugs marketed in the United States, to ban the use of Federal funds for the purchase of drugs manufactured in the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes. COUNTRY OF ORIGIN OF DRUGS. ( ``(b) Additional List.--In conjunction with the list described in subsection (a), the Secretary shall compile and maintain a list of drugs included on such list that are exclusively produced in, or use active or inactive ingredients produced in, the People's Republic of China. 1320a-7b(b))), with respect to the purchase of a drug by such agency or program, the following shall apply: (A) Beginning on January 1, 2023, such agency or program may purchase only drugs for which 60 percent or more of the active pharmaceutical ingredients are manufactured in countries described in paragraph (2). ( B) Beginning on January 1, 2024, such agency or program may purchase only drugs for which 100 percent of the active pharmaceutical ingredients are manufactured in countries described in paragraph (2). ( (b) Qualified Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Manufacturing Property.--For purposes of this section, the term ``qualified pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing property'' means any tangible property placed in service in the United States as part of the construction or expansion of property for the manufacture of drugs (as defined in section 201(g) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 321(g))) or medical devices (as defined in section 201(h) of such Act (21 U.S.C. 321(h))).

To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to maintain a list of the country of origin of all drugs marketed in the United States, to ban the use of Federal funds for the purchase of drugs manufactured in the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes. ``(b) Additional List.--In conjunction with the list described in subsection (a), the Secretary shall compile and maintain a list of drugs included on such list that are exclusively produced in, or use active or inactive ingredients produced in, the People's Republic of China. ( (2) Countries described.--The countries described in this paragraph are countries-- (A) other than People's Republic of China; and (B) that meet the health and safety standards of the Food and Drug Administration. ( 3) Waivers.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services may issue waivers of the requirements under paragraph (1) for any agency or program that is unable to meet such requirements and demonstrates a need for the waiver. (

H.R.4694

Agriculture and Food

Food Chemical Reassessment Act of 2021 This bill establishes the Office of Food Safety Reassessment within the Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition and addresses related issues. The office must conduct reassessments of additives, food contact substances, and other related substances to ensure that such substances are safe. Specifically, every three years, the office must reassess the safety of at least 10 substances or classes of substances, including those that are generally recognized as safe for use in food. The office must issue final regulations relating to the safety of each reassessed substance. The bill also specifies 10 substances that the office must assess in its first review. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) must reestablish the Food Advisory Committee to advise the FDA on issues related to the substance assessments required by this bill.

To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to establish the Office of Food Safety Reassessment, 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 ``Food Chemical Reassessment Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. OFFICE OF FOOD SAFETY REASSESSMENT. Chapter X of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 391) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 1015. OFFICE OF FOOD SAFETY REASSESSMENT. ``(a) In General.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of the Food Chemical Reassessment Act of 2021, the Secretary shall establish within the Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, an office to be known as the Office of Food Safety Reassessment (referred to in this section as the `Office'), to conduct, for purposes of ensuring that food additives, food contact substances, substances generally recognized as safe for use in food, and prior- sanctioned substances or classes thereof are safe within the meaning of section 409, reassessments of the safety of such substances. ``(b) Safety Reassessments.--Not less frequently than once every three years beginning with 2022, the Office shall-- ``(1) reassess the safety of not less than ten of the food additives, substances, or classes of substances referred to in subsection (a); and ``(2) issue final regulations-- ``(A) determining that any such substance or class of substance is safe within the meaning of section 409 and establishing the conditions of use, if any, under which any such substance or class of substances can be used safely within the meaning of such section; or ``(B) determining that any such substance or class of substances is unsafe within the meaning of such section. ``(c) First Substances Subject to Reassessment.--The first ten substances or classes of substances reassessed by the Secretary under subsection (b) are the following: ``(1) Perfluoroalkyl substances and polyfluoroalkyl substances. ``(2) Ortho-phthalates. ``(3) Tert-butylhydroquinone. ``(4) Titanium dioxide. ``(5) Potassium bromate. ``(6) Perchlorate. ``(7) Butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA). ``(8) Butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT). ``(9) Brominated vegetable oil (BVO). ``(10) Propyl paraben. ``(d) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section alters the authority or duties of the Secretary with respect to the administration and enforcement of section 409. ``(e) Food Advisory Committee.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Food Chemical Reassessment Act of 2021, the Secretary shall re-establish the Food Advisory Committee to advise the Secretary with respect to-- ``(1) the standards for reassessments conducted under this section; and ``(2) the process and methods necessary to complete the work of the Office. ``(f) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) The term `food contact substance' has the meaning given such term in section 409(h)(6). ``(2) The term `generally recognized as safe for use in food' means, with respect to a substance used in food, that the substance is generally recognized, among experts qualified by scientific training and experience to evaluate its safety, as having been adequately shown through scientific procedures (or, in the case of a substance used in food prior to January 1, 1958, through either scientific procedures or experience based on common use in food) to be safe under the conditions of its intended use, as described in section 201(s). ``(3) The term `prior-sanctioned substance' means a substance described in paragraph (4) of section 201(s).''. <all>

Food Chemical Reassessment Act of 2021

To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to establish the Office of Food Safety Reassessment, and for other purposes.

Food Chemical Reassessment Act of 2021

Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D.

D

IL

This bill establishes the Office of Food Safety Reassessment within the Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition and addresses related issues. The office must conduct reassessments of additives, food contact substances, and other related substances to ensure that such substances are safe. Specifically, every three years, the office must reassess the safety of at least 10 substances or classes of substances, including those that are generally recognized as safe for use in food. The office must issue final regulations relating to the safety of each reassessed substance. The bill also specifies 10 substances that the office must assess in its first review. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) must reestablish the Food Advisory Committee to advise the FDA on issues related to the substance assessments required by this bill.

To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to establish the Office of Food Safety Reassessment, 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 ``Food Chemical Reassessment Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. Chapter X of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 391) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 1015. OFFICE OF FOOD SAFETY REASSESSMENT. ``(b) Safety Reassessments.--Not less frequently than once every three years beginning with 2022, the Office shall-- ``(1) reassess the safety of not less than ten of the food additives, substances, or classes of substances referred to in subsection (a); and ``(2) issue final regulations-- ``(A) determining that any such substance or class of substance is safe within the meaning of section 409 and establishing the conditions of use, if any, under which any such substance or class of substances can be used safely within the meaning of such section; or ``(B) determining that any such substance or class of substances is unsafe within the meaning of such section. ``(c) First Substances Subject to Reassessment.--The first ten substances or classes of substances reassessed by the Secretary under subsection (b) are the following: ``(1) Perfluoroalkyl substances and polyfluoroalkyl substances. ``(2) Ortho-phthalates. ``(3) Tert-butylhydroquinone. ``(4) Titanium dioxide. ``(5) Potassium bromate. ``(6) Perchlorate. ``(7) Butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA). ``(8) Butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT). ``(9) Brominated vegetable oil (BVO). ``(10) Propyl paraben. ``(d) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section alters the authority or duties of the Secretary with respect to the administration and enforcement of section 409. ``(e) Food Advisory Committee.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Food Chemical Reassessment Act of 2021, the Secretary shall re-establish the Food Advisory Committee to advise the Secretary with respect to-- ``(1) the standards for reassessments conducted under this section; and ``(2) the process and methods necessary to complete the work of the Office. ``(f) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) The term `food contact substance' has the meaning given such term in section 409(h)(6). ``(2) The term `generally recognized as safe for use in food' means, with respect to a substance used in food, that the substance is generally recognized, among experts qualified by scientific training and experience to evaluate its safety, as having been adequately shown through scientific procedures (or, in the case of a substance used in food prior to January 1, 1958, through either scientific procedures or experience based on common use in food) to be safe under the conditions of its intended use, as described in section 201(s). ``(3) The term `prior-sanctioned substance' means a substance described in paragraph (4) of section 201(s).''.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Food Chemical Reassessment Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. Chapter X of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 1015. OFFICE OF FOOD SAFETY REASSESSMENT. ``(c) First Substances Subject to Reassessment.--The first ten substances or classes of substances reassessed by the Secretary under subsection (b) are the following: ``(1) Perfluoroalkyl substances and polyfluoroalkyl substances. ``(3) Tert-butylhydroquinone. ``(4) Titanium dioxide. ``(5) Potassium bromate. ``(7) Butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA). ``(8) Butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT). ``(9) Brominated vegetable oil (BVO). ``(10) Propyl paraben. ``(e) Food Advisory Committee.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Food Chemical Reassessment Act of 2021, the Secretary shall re-establish the Food Advisory Committee to advise the Secretary with respect to-- ``(1) the standards for reassessments conducted under this section; and ``(2) the process and methods necessary to complete the work of the Office. ``(f) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) The term `food contact substance' has the meaning given such term in section 409(h)(6). ``(2) The term `generally recognized as safe for use in food' means, with respect to a substance used in food, that the substance is generally recognized, among experts qualified by scientific training and experience to evaluate its safety, as having been adequately shown through scientific procedures (or, in the case of a substance used in food prior to January 1, 1958, through either scientific procedures or experience based on common use in food) to be safe under the conditions of its intended use, as described in section 201(s).

To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to establish the Office of Food Safety Reassessment, 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 ``Food Chemical Reassessment Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. OFFICE OF FOOD SAFETY REASSESSMENT. Chapter X of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 391) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 1015. OFFICE OF FOOD SAFETY REASSESSMENT. ``(a) In General.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of the Food Chemical Reassessment Act of 2021, the Secretary shall establish within the Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, an office to be known as the Office of Food Safety Reassessment (referred to in this section as the `Office'), to conduct, for purposes of ensuring that food additives, food contact substances, substances generally recognized as safe for use in food, and prior- sanctioned substances or classes thereof are safe within the meaning of section 409, reassessments of the safety of such substances. ``(b) Safety Reassessments.--Not less frequently than once every three years beginning with 2022, the Office shall-- ``(1) reassess the safety of not less than ten of the food additives, substances, or classes of substances referred to in subsection (a); and ``(2) issue final regulations-- ``(A) determining that any such substance or class of substance is safe within the meaning of section 409 and establishing the conditions of use, if any, under which any such substance or class of substances can be used safely within the meaning of such section; or ``(B) determining that any such substance or class of substances is unsafe within the meaning of such section. ``(c) First Substances Subject to Reassessment.--The first ten substances or classes of substances reassessed by the Secretary under subsection (b) are the following: ``(1) Perfluoroalkyl substances and polyfluoroalkyl substances. ``(2) Ortho-phthalates. ``(3) Tert-butylhydroquinone. ``(4) Titanium dioxide. ``(5) Potassium bromate. ``(6) Perchlorate. ``(7) Butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA). ``(8) Butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT). ``(9) Brominated vegetable oil (BVO). ``(10) Propyl paraben. ``(d) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section alters the authority or duties of the Secretary with respect to the administration and enforcement of section 409. ``(e) Food Advisory Committee.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Food Chemical Reassessment Act of 2021, the Secretary shall re-establish the Food Advisory Committee to advise the Secretary with respect to-- ``(1) the standards for reassessments conducted under this section; and ``(2) the process and methods necessary to complete the work of the Office. ``(f) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) The term `food contact substance' has the meaning given such term in section 409(h)(6). ``(2) The term `generally recognized as safe for use in food' means, with respect to a substance used in food, that the substance is generally recognized, among experts qualified by scientific training and experience to evaluate its safety, as having been adequately shown through scientific procedures (or, in the case of a substance used in food prior to January 1, 1958, through either scientific procedures or experience based on common use in food) to be safe under the conditions of its intended use, as described in section 201(s). ``(3) The term `prior-sanctioned substance' means a substance described in paragraph (4) of section 201(s).''. <all>

To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to establish the Office of Food Safety Reassessment, 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 ``Food Chemical Reassessment Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. OFFICE OF FOOD SAFETY REASSESSMENT. Chapter X of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 391) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 1015. OFFICE OF FOOD SAFETY REASSESSMENT. ``(a) In General.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of the Food Chemical Reassessment Act of 2021, the Secretary shall establish within the Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, an office to be known as the Office of Food Safety Reassessment (referred to in this section as the `Office'), to conduct, for purposes of ensuring that food additives, food contact substances, substances generally recognized as safe for use in food, and prior- sanctioned substances or classes thereof are safe within the meaning of section 409, reassessments of the safety of such substances. ``(b) Safety Reassessments.--Not less frequently than once every three years beginning with 2022, the Office shall-- ``(1) reassess the safety of not less than ten of the food additives, substances, or classes of substances referred to in subsection (a); and ``(2) issue final regulations-- ``(A) determining that any such substance or class of substance is safe within the meaning of section 409 and establishing the conditions of use, if any, under which any such substance or class of substances can be used safely within the meaning of such section; or ``(B) determining that any such substance or class of substances is unsafe within the meaning of such section. ``(c) First Substances Subject to Reassessment.--The first ten substances or classes of substances reassessed by the Secretary under subsection (b) are the following: ``(1) Perfluoroalkyl substances and polyfluoroalkyl substances. ``(2) Ortho-phthalates. ``(3) Tert-butylhydroquinone. ``(4) Titanium dioxide. ``(5) Potassium bromate. ``(6) Perchlorate. ``(7) Butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA). ``(8) Butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT). ``(9) Brominated vegetable oil (BVO). ``(10) Propyl paraben. ``(d) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section alters the authority or duties of the Secretary with respect to the administration and enforcement of section 409. ``(e) Food Advisory Committee.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Food Chemical Reassessment Act of 2021, the Secretary shall re-establish the Food Advisory Committee to advise the Secretary with respect to-- ``(1) the standards for reassessments conducted under this section; and ``(2) the process and methods necessary to complete the work of the Office. ``(f) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) The term `food contact substance' has the meaning given such term in section 409(h)(6). ``(2) The term `generally recognized as safe for use in food' means, with respect to a substance used in food, that the substance is generally recognized, among experts qualified by scientific training and experience to evaluate its safety, as having been adequately shown through scientific procedures (or, in the case of a substance used in food prior to January 1, 1958, through either scientific procedures or experience based on common use in food) to be safe under the conditions of its intended use, as described in section 201(s). ``(3) The term `prior-sanctioned substance' means a substance described in paragraph (4) of section 201(s).''. <all>

To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to establish the Office of Food Safety Reassessment, and for other purposes. Chapter X of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 391) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. ``(c) First Substances Subject to Reassessment.--The first ten substances or classes of substances reassessed by the Secretary under subsection (b) are the following: ``(1) Perfluoroalkyl substances and polyfluoroalkyl substances. ``(4) Titanium dioxide. ``(e) Food Advisory Committee.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Food Chemical Reassessment Act of 2021, the Secretary shall re-establish the Food Advisory Committee to advise the Secretary with respect to-- ``(1) the standards for reassessments conducted under this section; and ``(2) the process and methods necessary to complete the work of the Office. ``(3) The term `prior-sanctioned substance' means a substance described in paragraph (4) of section 201(s).''.

To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to establish the Office of Food Safety Reassessment, and for other purposes. Chapter X of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 391) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. ``(4) Titanium dioxide. ``(d) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section alters the authority or duties of the Secretary with respect to the administration and enforcement of section 409. ``(e) Food Advisory Committee.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Food Chemical Reassessment Act of 2021, the Secretary shall re-establish the Food Advisory Committee to advise the Secretary with respect to-- ``(1) the standards for reassessments conducted under this section; and ``(2) the process and methods necessary to complete the work of the Office.

To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to establish the Office of Food Safety Reassessment, and for other purposes. Chapter X of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 391) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. ``(4) Titanium dioxide. ``(d) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section alters the authority or duties of the Secretary with respect to the administration and enforcement of section 409. ``(e) Food Advisory Committee.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Food Chemical Reassessment Act of 2021, the Secretary shall re-establish the Food Advisory Committee to advise the Secretary with respect to-- ``(1) the standards for reassessments conducted under this section; and ``(2) the process and methods necessary to complete the work of the Office.

To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to establish the Office of Food Safety Reassessment, and for other purposes. Chapter X of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 391) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. ``(c) First Substances Subject to Reassessment.--The first ten substances or classes of substances reassessed by the Secretary under subsection (b) are the following: ``(1) Perfluoroalkyl substances and polyfluoroalkyl substances. ``(4) Titanium dioxide. ``(e) Food Advisory Committee.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Food Chemical Reassessment Act of 2021, the Secretary shall re-establish the Food Advisory Committee to advise the Secretary with respect to-- ``(1) the standards for reassessments conducted under this section; and ``(2) the process and methods necessary to complete the work of the Office. ``(3) The term `prior-sanctioned substance' means a substance described in paragraph (4) of section 201(s).''.

To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to establish the Office of Food Safety Reassessment, and for other purposes. Chapter X of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 391) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. ``(4) Titanium dioxide. ``(d) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section alters the authority or duties of the Secretary with respect to the administration and enforcement of section 409. ``(e) Food Advisory Committee.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Food Chemical Reassessment Act of 2021, the Secretary shall re-establish the Food Advisory Committee to advise the Secretary with respect to-- ``(1) the standards for reassessments conducted under this section; and ``(2) the process and methods necessary to complete the work of the Office.

To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to establish the Office of Food Safety Reassessment, and for other purposes. Chapter X of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 391) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. ``(c) First Substances Subject to Reassessment.--The first ten substances or classes of substances reassessed by the Secretary under subsection (b) are the following: ``(1) Perfluoroalkyl substances and polyfluoroalkyl substances. ``(4) Titanium dioxide. ``(e) Food Advisory Committee.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Food Chemical Reassessment Act of 2021, the Secretary shall re-establish the Food Advisory Committee to advise the Secretary with respect to-- ``(1) the standards for reassessments conducted under this section; and ``(2) the process and methods necessary to complete the work of the Office. ``(3) The term `prior-sanctioned substance' means a substance described in paragraph (4) of section 201(s).''.

To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to establish the Office of Food Safety Reassessment, and for other purposes. Chapter X of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 391) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. ``(4) Titanium dioxide. ``(d) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section alters the authority or duties of the Secretary with respect to the administration and enforcement of section 409. ``(e) Food Advisory Committee.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Food Chemical Reassessment Act of 2021, the Secretary shall re-establish the Food Advisory Committee to advise the Secretary with respect to-- ``(1) the standards for reassessments conducted under this section; and ``(2) the process and methods necessary to complete the work of the Office.

To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to establish the Office of Food Safety Reassessment, and for other purposes. Chapter X of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 391) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. ``(c) First Substances Subject to Reassessment.--The first ten substances or classes of substances reassessed by the Secretary under subsection (b) are the following: ``(1) Perfluoroalkyl substances and polyfluoroalkyl substances. ``(4) Titanium dioxide. ``(e) Food Advisory Committee.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Food Chemical Reassessment Act of 2021, the Secretary shall re-establish the Food Advisory Committee to advise the Secretary with respect to-- ``(1) the standards for reassessments conducted under this section; and ``(2) the process and methods necessary to complete the work of the Office. ``(3) The term `prior-sanctioned substance' means a substance described in paragraph (4) of section 201(s).''.

To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to establish the Office of Food Safety Reassessment, and for other purposes. Chapter X of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 391) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. ``(4) Titanium dioxide. ``(d) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section alters the authority or duties of the Secretary with respect to the administration and enforcement of section 409. ``(e) Food Advisory Committee.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Food Chemical Reassessment Act of 2021, the Secretary shall re-establish the Food Advisory Committee to advise the Secretary with respect to-- ``(1) the standards for reassessments conducted under this section; and ``(2) the process and methods necessary to complete the work of the Office.

To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to establish the Office of Food Safety Reassessment, and for other purposes. Chapter X of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 391) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. ``(c) First Substances Subject to Reassessment.--The first ten substances or classes of substances reassessed by the Secretary under subsection (b) are the following: ``(1) Perfluoroalkyl substances and polyfluoroalkyl substances. ``(4) Titanium dioxide. ``(e) Food Advisory Committee.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Food Chemical Reassessment Act of 2021, the Secretary shall re-establish the Food Advisory Committee to advise the Secretary with respect to-- ``(1) the standards for reassessments conducted under this section; and ``(2) the process and methods necessary to complete the work of the Office. ``(3) The term `prior-sanctioned substance' means a substance described in paragraph (4) of section 201(s).''.

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