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H.R.8924

Families

Strengthening Courts for Kids and Families Act This bill reauthorizes through FY2027 and revises the Court Improvement Program, including providing for state courts to implement training for judges, attorneys, and other legal personnel to improve parent, family, and youth engagement in child welfare proceedings.

To reauthorize the Court Improvement Program for 5 years, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Courts for Kids and Families Act''. SEC. 2. CLARIFICATION OF SUPPORT FOR LEGAL SERVICES THAT SUPPORT THE STABILITY AND PERMANENCY OF FAMILY REUNIFICATION. Section 431(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 629a(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)-- (A) by striking ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (E); (B) by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (F) and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(G) civil legal services designed to stabilize and support families and to enable children to safely remain with, or be reunited with, their families.''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(10) Civil legal services.--The term `civil legal services' includes-- ``(A) legal representation and related legal services that address barriers to family preservation or reunification or otherwise work to improve the strength and stability of families, such as legal services addressing issues related to domestic violence, housing, identity theft, wage theft or other employment concerns, unfair debt collection, disability rights, and child support; and ``(B) legal representation in proceedings mandated under part E but only to the extent that the legal representation is not supported under part E.''. SEC. 3. INCREASE IN FUNDING FOR COURT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM. Section 436 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 629f) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a), by striking ``$345,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2017 through 2022'' and inserting ``$375,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2027''; and (2) in subsection (b)(2), by striking ``$30,000,000'' and inserting ``$60,000,000''. SEC. 4. ASSESSMENT OF, AND IMPROVEMENT IN, HANDLING OF PROCEEDINGS RELATING TO FOSTER CARE AND ADOPTION. Section 438 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 629h) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)(1), by adding at the end the following: ``(F) that determine the appropriateness, and best practices for use, of technology to allow conduct of remote hearings, including to ensure maximum participation of individuals involved in proceedings and to enable courts to maintain operations in times of public health or other emergencies;''; (2) in subsection (a)(2)(C), by striking ``by training judges, attorneys, and other legal personnel'' and inserting ``through support for civil legal services and high-quality legal representation for children and their parents, and agencies''; (3) in subsection (a)(2)-- (A) by striking ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (B); (B) by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (C) and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(D) to provide for training of judges, attorneys, and other legal personnel to improve parent, family, and youth engagement in child welfare proceedings, to support optimal use of remote hearing technology, to support implementation of the Family First Prevention Services Act to reduce unnecessary use of congregate care for children in foster care and to reduce unnecessary entry of children into foster care, and for other purposes that improve the conduct of child welfare proceedings.''; (4) in subsection (b)-- (A) by striking ``(C)'' and inserting ``(3)''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(4) a description of how the court will work with State and local child welfare agencies to improve the availability of civil legal services, and support for high quality legal representation for children and parents, including whenever possible with support provided under part E.''; and (5) in subsection (c)(3), by striking ``$1,000,000'' and inserting ``$2,000,000''. SEC. 5. EFFECTIVE DATE. The amendments made by this Act shall take effect on October 1, 2022. <all>

Strengthening Courts for Kids and Families Act

To reauthorize the Court Improvement Program for 5 years, and for other purposes.

Strengthening Courts for Kids and Families Act

Rep. Murphy, Stephanie N.

D

FL

This bill reauthorizes through FY2027 and revises the Court Improvement Program, including providing for state courts to implement training for judges, attorneys, and other legal personnel to improve parent, family, and youth engagement in child welfare proceedings.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. 2. CLARIFICATION OF SUPPORT FOR LEGAL SERVICES THAT SUPPORT THE STABILITY AND PERMANENCY OF FAMILY REUNIFICATION. Section 431(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 629a(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)-- (A) by striking ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (E); (B) by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (F) and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(G) civil legal services designed to stabilize and support families and to enable children to safely remain with, or be reunited with, their families. ''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(10) Civil legal services.--The term `civil legal services' includes-- ``(A) legal representation and related legal services that address barriers to family preservation or reunification or otherwise work to improve the strength and stability of families, such as legal services addressing issues related to domestic violence, housing, identity theft, wage theft or other employment concerns, unfair debt collection, disability rights, and child support; and ``(B) legal representation in proceedings mandated under part E but only to the extent that the legal representation is not supported under part E.''. 3. INCREASE IN FUNDING FOR COURT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM. 629f) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a), by striking ``$345,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2017 through 2022'' and inserting ``$375,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2027''; and (2) in subsection (b)(2), by striking ``$30,000,000'' and inserting ``$60,000,000''. 4. ASSESSMENT OF, AND IMPROVEMENT IN, HANDLING OF PROCEEDINGS RELATING TO FOSTER CARE AND ADOPTION. 629h) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)(1), by adding at the end the following: ``(F) that determine the appropriateness, and best practices for use, of technology to allow conduct of remote hearings, including to ensure maximum participation of individuals involved in proceedings and to enable courts to maintain operations in times of public health or other emergencies;''; (2) in subsection (a)(2)(C), by striking ``by training judges, attorneys, and other legal personnel'' and inserting ``through support for civil legal services and high-quality legal representation for children and their parents, and agencies''; (3) in subsection (a)(2)-- (A) by striking ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (B); (B) by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (C) and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(D) to provide for training of judges, attorneys, and other legal personnel to improve parent, family, and youth engagement in child welfare proceedings, to support optimal use of remote hearing technology, to support implementation of the Family First Prevention Services Act to reduce unnecessary use of congregate care for children in foster care and to reduce unnecessary entry of children into foster care, and for other purposes that improve the conduct of child welfare proceedings. SEC. 5. 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. CLARIFICATION OF SUPPORT FOR LEGAL SERVICES THAT SUPPORT THE STABILITY AND PERMANENCY OF FAMILY REUNIFICATION. Section 431(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 629a(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)-- (A) by striking ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (E); (B) by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (F) and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(G) civil legal services designed to stabilize and support families and to enable children to safely remain with, or be reunited with, their families. ''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(10) Civil legal services.--The term `civil legal services' includes-- ``(A) legal representation and related legal services that address barriers to family preservation or reunification or otherwise work to improve the strength and stability of families, such as legal services addressing issues related to domestic violence, housing, identity theft, wage theft or other employment concerns, unfair debt collection, disability rights, and child support; and ``(B) legal representation in proceedings mandated under part E but only to the extent that the legal representation is not supported under part E.''. 3. INCREASE IN FUNDING FOR COURT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM. 629f) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a), by striking ``$345,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2017 through 2022'' and inserting ``$375,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2027''; and (2) in subsection (b)(2), by striking ``$30,000,000'' and inserting ``$60,000,000''. 4. ASSESSMENT OF, AND IMPROVEMENT IN, HANDLING OF PROCEEDINGS RELATING TO FOSTER CARE AND ADOPTION. SEC. 5. EFFECTIVE DATE.

To reauthorize the Court Improvement Program for 5 years, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Courts for Kids and Families Act''. SEC. 2. CLARIFICATION OF SUPPORT FOR LEGAL SERVICES THAT SUPPORT THE STABILITY AND PERMANENCY OF FAMILY REUNIFICATION. Section 431(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 629a(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)-- (A) by striking ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (E); (B) by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (F) and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(G) civil legal services designed to stabilize and support families and to enable children to safely remain with, or be reunited with, their families.''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(10) Civil legal services.--The term `civil legal services' includes-- ``(A) legal representation and related legal services that address barriers to family preservation or reunification or otherwise work to improve the strength and stability of families, such as legal services addressing issues related to domestic violence, housing, identity theft, wage theft or other employment concerns, unfair debt collection, disability rights, and child support; and ``(B) legal representation in proceedings mandated under part E but only to the extent that the legal representation is not supported under part E.''. SEC. 3. INCREASE IN FUNDING FOR COURT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM. Section 436 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 629f) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a), by striking ``$345,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2017 through 2022'' and inserting ``$375,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2027''; and (2) in subsection (b)(2), by striking ``$30,000,000'' and inserting ``$60,000,000''. SEC. 4. ASSESSMENT OF, AND IMPROVEMENT IN, HANDLING OF PROCEEDINGS RELATING TO FOSTER CARE AND ADOPTION. Section 438 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 629h) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)(1), by adding at the end the following: ``(F) that determine the appropriateness, and best practices for use, of technology to allow conduct of remote hearings, including to ensure maximum participation of individuals involved in proceedings and to enable courts to maintain operations in times of public health or other emergencies;''; (2) in subsection (a)(2)(C), by striking ``by training judges, attorneys, and other legal personnel'' and inserting ``through support for civil legal services and high-quality legal representation for children and their parents, and agencies''; (3) in subsection (a)(2)-- (A) by striking ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (B); (B) by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (C) and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(D) to provide for training of judges, attorneys, and other legal personnel to improve parent, family, and youth engagement in child welfare proceedings, to support optimal use of remote hearing technology, to support implementation of the Family First Prevention Services Act to reduce unnecessary use of congregate care for children in foster care and to reduce unnecessary entry of children into foster care, and for other purposes that improve the conduct of child welfare proceedings.''; (4) in subsection (b)-- (A) by striking ``(C)'' and inserting ``(3)''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(4) a description of how the court will work with State and local child welfare agencies to improve the availability of civil legal services, and support for high quality legal representation for children and parents, including whenever possible with support provided under part E.''; and (5) in subsection (c)(3), by striking ``$1,000,000'' and inserting ``$2,000,000''. SEC. 5. EFFECTIVE DATE. The amendments made by this Act shall take effect on October 1, 2022. <all>

To reauthorize the Court Improvement Program for 5 years, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Courts for Kids and Families Act''. SEC. 2. CLARIFICATION OF SUPPORT FOR LEGAL SERVICES THAT SUPPORT THE STABILITY AND PERMANENCY OF FAMILY REUNIFICATION. Section 431(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 629a(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)-- (A) by striking ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (E); (B) by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (F) and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(G) civil legal services designed to stabilize and support families and to enable children to safely remain with, or be reunited with, their families.''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(10) Civil legal services.--The term `civil legal services' includes-- ``(A) legal representation and related legal services that address barriers to family preservation or reunification or otherwise work to improve the strength and stability of families, such as legal services addressing issues related to domestic violence, housing, identity theft, wage theft or other employment concerns, unfair debt collection, disability rights, and child support; and ``(B) legal representation in proceedings mandated under part E but only to the extent that the legal representation is not supported under part E.''. SEC. 3. INCREASE IN FUNDING FOR COURT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM. Section 436 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 629f) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a), by striking ``$345,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2017 through 2022'' and inserting ``$375,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2027''; and (2) in subsection (b)(2), by striking ``$30,000,000'' and inserting ``$60,000,000''. SEC. 4. ASSESSMENT OF, AND IMPROVEMENT IN, HANDLING OF PROCEEDINGS RELATING TO FOSTER CARE AND ADOPTION. Section 438 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 629h) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)(1), by adding at the end the following: ``(F) that determine the appropriateness, and best practices for use, of technology to allow conduct of remote hearings, including to ensure maximum participation of individuals involved in proceedings and to enable courts to maintain operations in times of public health or other emergencies;''; (2) in subsection (a)(2)(C), by striking ``by training judges, attorneys, and other legal personnel'' and inserting ``through support for civil legal services and high-quality legal representation for children and their parents, and agencies''; (3) in subsection (a)(2)-- (A) by striking ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (B); (B) by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (C) and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(D) to provide for training of judges, attorneys, and other legal personnel to improve parent, family, and youth engagement in child welfare proceedings, to support optimal use of remote hearing technology, to support implementation of the Family First Prevention Services Act to reduce unnecessary use of congregate care for children in foster care and to reduce unnecessary entry of children into foster care, and for other purposes that improve the conduct of child welfare proceedings.''; (4) in subsection (b)-- (A) by striking ``(C)'' and inserting ``(3)''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(4) a description of how the court will work with State and local child welfare agencies to improve the availability of civil legal services, and support for high quality legal representation for children and parents, including whenever possible with support provided under part E.''; and (5) in subsection (c)(3), by striking ``$1,000,000'' and inserting ``$2,000,000''. SEC. 5. EFFECTIVE DATE. The amendments made by this Act shall take effect on October 1, 2022. <all>

To reauthorize the Court Improvement Program for 5 years, and for other purposes. Section 431(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 629a(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)-- (A) by striking ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (E); (B) by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (F) and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(G) civil legal services designed to stabilize and support families and to enable children to safely remain with, or be reunited with, their families. ''; Section 436 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 629f) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a), by striking ``$345,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2017 through 2022'' and inserting ``$375,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2027''; and (2) in subsection (b)(2), by striking ``$30,000,000'' and inserting ``$60,000,000''. ASSESSMENT OF, AND IMPROVEMENT IN, HANDLING OF PROCEEDINGS RELATING TO FOSTER CARE AND ADOPTION. ''; (4) in subsection (b)-- (A) by striking ``(C)'' and inserting ``(3)''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(4) a description of how the court will work with State and local child welfare agencies to improve the availability of civil legal services, and support for high quality legal representation for children and parents, including whenever possible with support provided under part E.''; and (5) in subsection (c)(3), by striking ``$1,000,000'' and inserting ``$2,000,000''. The amendments made by this Act shall take effect on October 1, 2022.

To reauthorize the Court Improvement Program for 5 years, and for other purposes. Section 431(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 629a(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)-- (A) by striking ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (E); (B) by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (F) and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(G) civil legal services designed to stabilize and support families and to enable children to safely remain with, or be reunited with, their families. ''; 4) in subsection (b)-- (A) by striking ``(C)'' and inserting ``(3)''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(4) a description of how the court will work with State and local child welfare agencies to improve the availability of civil legal services, and support for high quality legal representation for children and parents, including whenever possible with support provided under part E.''; and (5) in subsection (c)(3), by striking ``$1,000,000'' and inserting ``$2,000,000''. The amendments made by this Act shall take effect on October 1, 2022.

To reauthorize the Court Improvement Program for 5 years, and for other purposes. Section 431(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 629a(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)-- (A) by striking ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (E); (B) by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (F) and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(G) civil legal services designed to stabilize and support families and to enable children to safely remain with, or be reunited with, their families. ''; 4) in subsection (b)-- (A) by striking ``(C)'' and inserting ``(3)''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(4) a description of how the court will work with State and local child welfare agencies to improve the availability of civil legal services, and support for high quality legal representation for children and parents, including whenever possible with support provided under part E.''; and (5) in subsection (c)(3), by striking ``$1,000,000'' and inserting ``$2,000,000''. The amendments made by this Act shall take effect on October 1, 2022.

To reauthorize the Court Improvement Program for 5 years, and for other purposes. Section 431(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 629a(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)-- (A) by striking ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (E); (B) by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (F) and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(G) civil legal services designed to stabilize and support families and to enable children to safely remain with, or be reunited with, their families. ''; Section 436 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 629f) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a), by striking ``$345,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2017 through 2022'' and inserting ``$375,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2027''; and (2) in subsection (b)(2), by striking ``$30,000,000'' and inserting ``$60,000,000''. ASSESSMENT OF, AND IMPROVEMENT IN, HANDLING OF PROCEEDINGS RELATING TO FOSTER CARE AND ADOPTION. ''; (4) in subsection (b)-- (A) by striking ``(C)'' and inserting ``(3)''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(4) a description of how the court will work with State and local child welfare agencies to improve the availability of civil legal services, and support for high quality legal representation for children and parents, including whenever possible with support provided under part E.''; and (5) in subsection (c)(3), by striking ``$1,000,000'' and inserting ``$2,000,000''. The amendments made by this Act shall take effect on October 1, 2022.

To reauthorize the Court Improvement Program for 5 years, and for other purposes. Section 431(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 629a(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)-- (A) by striking ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (E); (B) by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (F) and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(G) civil legal services designed to stabilize and support families and to enable children to safely remain with, or be reunited with, their families. ''; 4) in subsection (b)-- (A) by striking ``(C)'' and inserting ``(3)''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(4) a description of how the court will work with State and local child welfare agencies to improve the availability of civil legal services, and support for high quality legal representation for children and parents, including whenever possible with support provided under part E.''; and (5) in subsection (c)(3), by striking ``$1,000,000'' and inserting ``$2,000,000''. The amendments made by this Act shall take effect on October 1, 2022.

To reauthorize the Court Improvement Program for 5 years, and for other purposes. Section 431(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 629a(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)-- (A) by striking ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (E); (B) by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (F) and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(G) civil legal services designed to stabilize and support families and to enable children to safely remain with, or be reunited with, their families. ''; Section 436 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 629f) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a), by striking ``$345,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2017 through 2022'' and inserting ``$375,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2027''; and (2) in subsection (b)(2), by striking ``$30,000,000'' and inserting ``$60,000,000''. ASSESSMENT OF, AND IMPROVEMENT IN, HANDLING OF PROCEEDINGS RELATING TO FOSTER CARE AND ADOPTION. ''; (4) in subsection (b)-- (A) by striking ``(C)'' and inserting ``(3)''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(4) a description of how the court will work with State and local child welfare agencies to improve the availability of civil legal services, and support for high quality legal representation for children and parents, including whenever possible with support provided under part E.''; and (5) in subsection (c)(3), by striking ``$1,000,000'' and inserting ``$2,000,000''. The amendments made by this Act shall take effect on October 1, 2022.

To reauthorize the Court Improvement Program for 5 years, and for other purposes. Section 431(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 629a(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)-- (A) by striking ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (E); (B) by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (F) and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(G) civil legal services designed to stabilize and support families and to enable children to safely remain with, or be reunited with, their families. ''; 4) in subsection (b)-- (A) by striking ``(C)'' and inserting ``(3)''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(4) a description of how the court will work with State and local child welfare agencies to improve the availability of civil legal services, and support for high quality legal representation for children and parents, including whenever possible with support provided under part E.''; and (5) in subsection (c)(3), by striking ``$1,000,000'' and inserting ``$2,000,000''. The amendments made by this Act shall take effect on October 1, 2022.

To reauthorize the Court Improvement Program for 5 years, and for other purposes. Section 431(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 629a(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)-- (A) by striking ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (E); (B) by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (F) and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(G) civil legal services designed to stabilize and support families and to enable children to safely remain with, or be reunited with, their families. ''; Section 436 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 629f) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a), by striking ``$345,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2017 through 2022'' and inserting ``$375,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2027''; and (2) in subsection (b)(2), by striking ``$30,000,000'' and inserting ``$60,000,000''. ASSESSMENT OF, AND IMPROVEMENT IN, HANDLING OF PROCEEDINGS RELATING TO FOSTER CARE AND ADOPTION. ''; (4) in subsection (b)-- (A) by striking ``(C)'' and inserting ``(3)''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(4) a description of how the court will work with State and local child welfare agencies to improve the availability of civil legal services, and support for high quality legal representation for children and parents, including whenever possible with support provided under part E.''; and (5) in subsection (c)(3), by striking ``$1,000,000'' and inserting ``$2,000,000''. The amendments made by this Act shall take effect on October 1, 2022.

To reauthorize the Court Improvement Program for 5 years, and for other purposes. Section 431(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 629a(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)-- (A) by striking ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (E); (B) by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (F) and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(G) civil legal services designed to stabilize and support families and to enable children to safely remain with, or be reunited with, their families. ''; 4) in subsection (b)-- (A) by striking ``(C)'' and inserting ``(3)''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(4) a description of how the court will work with State and local child welfare agencies to improve the availability of civil legal services, and support for high quality legal representation for children and parents, including whenever possible with support provided under part E.''; and (5) in subsection (c)(3), by striking ``$1,000,000'' and inserting ``$2,000,000''. The amendments made by this Act shall take effect on October 1, 2022.

To reauthorize the Court Improvement Program for 5 years, and for other purposes. Section 431(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 629a(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)-- (A) by striking ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (E); (B) by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (F) and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(G) civil legal services designed to stabilize and support families and to enable children to safely remain with, or be reunited with, their families. ''; Section 436 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 629f) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a), by striking ``$345,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2017 through 2022'' and inserting ``$375,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2027''; and (2) in subsection (b)(2), by striking ``$30,000,000'' and inserting ``$60,000,000''. ASSESSMENT OF, AND IMPROVEMENT IN, HANDLING OF PROCEEDINGS RELATING TO FOSTER CARE AND ADOPTION. ''; (4) in subsection (b)-- (A) by striking ``(C)'' and inserting ``(3)''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(4) a description of how the court will work with State and local child welfare agencies to improve the availability of civil legal services, and support for high quality legal representation for children and parents, including whenever possible with support provided under part E.''; and (5) in subsection (c)(3), by striking ``$1,000,000'' and inserting ``$2,000,000''. The amendments made by this Act shall take effect on October 1, 2022.

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Protect Camp Lejeune Victims Ensnared by Trial-lawyer's Scams Act or the Protect Camp Lejeune VETS Act This bill limits attorney's fees for claims involving individuals who were exposed to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, between August 1, 1953, and December 31, 1987.

To amend the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 to appropriately limit attorney's fees. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Protect Camp Lejeune Victims Ensnared by Trial-lawyer's Scams Act'' or the ``Protect Camp Lejeune VETS Act''. SEC. 2. ATTORNEYS FEES IN FEDERAL CAUSE OF ACTION RELATING TO WATER AT CAMP LEJEUNE, NORTH CAROLINA. (a) In General.--The Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 (28 U.S.C. 2671 note prec.) is amended-- (1) by redesignating subsections (h), (i), and (j) as subsections (i), (j), and (k), respectively; and (2) by inserting after subsection (g) the following: ``(h) Attorney Fees.-- ``(1) General rule.--Notwithstanding any contract, the attorney of an individual, or of the legal representative of an individual, may not receive, for services rendered in connection with an action filed under subsection (b) or any administrative action relating to such an action (as described in section 2675 of title 28, United States Code) (in this subsection referred to as an `administrative claim'), more than the percentage specified in paragraph (2) of a payment made in the action. ``(2) Applicable percentage limitations.--The percentage specified in this paragraph is-- ``(A) 2 percent for an administrative claim with respect to which a party entered a contract for services on or after August 10, 2022; or ``(B) 10 percent for-- ``(i) an administrative claim with respect to which a party entered a contract for services before August 10, 2022; ``(ii) a resubmission of an administrative claim after the denial of an initial administrative claim, without regard to the date on which the party entered the applicable contract for services; or ``(iii) a judgment rendered or settlement entered in an action filed under subsection (b). ``(3) Penalty.--Any attorney who violates paragraph (1) shall be fined not more than $5,000. ``(4) Terms for payment of fees.--Any judgment rendered, settlement entered, or other award made with respect to an action filed under subsection (b) or an administrative claim shall provide that-- ``(A) the Government may not pay attorneys fees to an attorney directly; and ``(B) attorneys fees shall be payable to the attorney by an individual, or legal representative of an individual, after the individual or legal representative receives the amounts payable under the judgment, settlement, or award. ``(5) Disclosure.-- ``(A) In general.--Any judgment rendered, settlement entered, or other award made with respect to an action filed under subsection (b) or an administrative claim shall require disclosure to the Attorney General or to the court of the attorneys fees charged to an individual, or the legal representative of an individual. ``(B) Reporting.--The Attorney General shall collect the disclosures under subparagraph (A) of attorneys fees charged and submit to Congress an annual report detailing-- ``(i) the total amount paid under such judgments, settlements, and awards; ``(ii) the total amount of attorney fees paid in connection with such judgments, settlements, and awards; and ``(iii) for each such judgment, settlement, or award-- ``(I) the name of the attorney for the individual or legal representative of the individual; ``(II) if applicable, the law firm of the attorney; and ``(III) the amount of fees paid to the attorney.''. (b) Update of Regulations.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall amend section 14.636 of title 38, Code of Federal Regulations, and any other relevant regulations, to comply with the amendments made by subsection (a). <all>

Protect Camp Lejeune VETS Act

A bill to amend the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 to appropriately limit attorney's fees.

Protect Camp Lejeune VETS Act Protect Camp Lejeune Victims Ensnared by Trial-lawyer’s Scams Act

Sen. Sullivan, Dan

R

AK

This bill limits attorney's fees for claims involving individuals who were exposed to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, between August 1, 1953, and December 31, 1987.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Protect Camp Lejeune Victims Ensnared by Trial-lawyer's Scams Act'' or the ``Protect Camp Lejeune VETS Act''. SEC. 2. ATTORNEYS FEES IN FEDERAL CAUSE OF ACTION RELATING TO WATER AT CAMP LEJEUNE, NORTH CAROLINA. (a) In General.--The Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 (28 U.S.C. 2671 note prec.) ``(2) Applicable percentage limitations.--The percentage specified in this paragraph is-- ``(A) 2 percent for an administrative claim with respect to which a party entered a contract for services on or after August 10, 2022; or ``(B) 10 percent for-- ``(i) an administrative claim with respect to which a party entered a contract for services before August 10, 2022; ``(ii) a resubmission of an administrative claim after the denial of an initial administrative claim, without regard to the date on which the party entered the applicable contract for services; or ``(iii) a judgment rendered or settlement entered in an action filed under subsection (b). ``(3) Penalty.--Any attorney who violates paragraph (1) shall be fined not more than $5,000. ``(4) Terms for payment of fees.--Any judgment rendered, settlement entered, or other award made with respect to an action filed under subsection (b) or an administrative claim shall provide that-- ``(A) the Government may not pay attorneys fees to an attorney directly; and ``(B) attorneys fees shall be payable to the attorney by an individual, or legal representative of an individual, after the individual or legal representative receives the amounts payable under the judgment, settlement, or award. ``(B) Reporting.--The Attorney General shall collect the disclosures under subparagraph (A) of attorneys fees charged and submit to Congress an annual report detailing-- ``(i) the total amount paid under such judgments, settlements, and awards; ``(ii) the total amount of attorney fees paid in connection with such judgments, settlements, and awards; and ``(iii) for each such judgment, settlement, or award-- ``(I) the name of the attorney for the individual or legal representative of the individual; ``(II) if applicable, the law firm of the attorney; and ``(III) the amount of fees paid to the attorney.''. (b) Update of Regulations.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall amend section 14.636 of title 38, Code of Federal Regulations, and any other relevant regulations, to comply with the amendments made by subsection (a).

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Protect Camp Lejeune Victims Ensnared by Trial-lawyer's Scams Act'' or the ``Protect Camp Lejeune VETS Act''. SEC. 2. (a) In General.--The Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 (28 U.S.C. 2671 note prec.) ``(2) Applicable percentage limitations.--The percentage specified in this paragraph is-- ``(A) 2 percent for an administrative claim with respect to which a party entered a contract for services on or after August 10, 2022; or ``(B) 10 percent for-- ``(i) an administrative claim with respect to which a party entered a contract for services before August 10, 2022; ``(ii) a resubmission of an administrative claim after the denial of an initial administrative claim, without regard to the date on which the party entered the applicable contract for services; or ``(iii) a judgment rendered or settlement entered in an action filed under subsection (b). ``(3) Penalty.--Any attorney who violates paragraph (1) shall be fined not more than $5,000. ``(4) Terms for payment of fees.--Any judgment rendered, settlement entered, or other award made with respect to an action filed under subsection (b) or an administrative claim shall provide that-- ``(A) the Government may not pay attorneys fees to an attorney directly; and ``(B) attorneys fees shall be payable to the attorney by an individual, or legal representative of an individual, after the individual or legal representative receives the amounts payable under the judgment, settlement, or award. (b) Update of Regulations.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall amend section 14.636 of title 38, Code of Federal Regulations, and any other relevant regulations, to comply with the amendments made by subsection (a).

To amend the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 to appropriately limit attorney's fees. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Protect Camp Lejeune Victims Ensnared by Trial-lawyer's Scams Act'' or the ``Protect Camp Lejeune VETS Act''. SEC. 2. ATTORNEYS FEES IN FEDERAL CAUSE OF ACTION RELATING TO WATER AT CAMP LEJEUNE, NORTH CAROLINA. (a) In General.--The Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 (28 U.S.C. 2671 note prec.) is amended-- (1) by redesignating subsections (h), (i), and (j) as subsections (i), (j), and (k), respectively; and (2) by inserting after subsection (g) the following: ``(h) Attorney Fees.-- ``(1) General rule.--Notwithstanding any contract, the attorney of an individual, or of the legal representative of an individual, may not receive, for services rendered in connection with an action filed under subsection (b) or any administrative action relating to such an action (as described in section 2675 of title 28, United States Code) (in this subsection referred to as an `administrative claim'), more than the percentage specified in paragraph (2) of a payment made in the action. ``(2) Applicable percentage limitations.--The percentage specified in this paragraph is-- ``(A) 2 percent for an administrative claim with respect to which a party entered a contract for services on or after August 10, 2022; or ``(B) 10 percent for-- ``(i) an administrative claim with respect to which a party entered a contract for services before August 10, 2022; ``(ii) a resubmission of an administrative claim after the denial of an initial administrative claim, without regard to the date on which the party entered the applicable contract for services; or ``(iii) a judgment rendered or settlement entered in an action filed under subsection (b). ``(3) Penalty.--Any attorney who violates paragraph (1) shall be fined not more than $5,000. ``(4) Terms for payment of fees.--Any judgment rendered, settlement entered, or other award made with respect to an action filed under subsection (b) or an administrative claim shall provide that-- ``(A) the Government may not pay attorneys fees to an attorney directly; and ``(B) attorneys fees shall be payable to the attorney by an individual, or legal representative of an individual, after the individual or legal representative receives the amounts payable under the judgment, settlement, or award. ``(5) Disclosure.-- ``(A) In general.--Any judgment rendered, settlement entered, or other award made with respect to an action filed under subsection (b) or an administrative claim shall require disclosure to the Attorney General or to the court of the attorneys fees charged to an individual, or the legal representative of an individual. ``(B) Reporting.--The Attorney General shall collect the disclosures under subparagraph (A) of attorneys fees charged and submit to Congress an annual report detailing-- ``(i) the total amount paid under such judgments, settlements, and awards; ``(ii) the total amount of attorney fees paid in connection with such judgments, settlements, and awards; and ``(iii) for each such judgment, settlement, or award-- ``(I) the name of the attorney for the individual or legal representative of the individual; ``(II) if applicable, the law firm of the attorney; and ``(III) the amount of fees paid to the attorney.''. (b) Update of Regulations.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall amend section 14.636 of title 38, Code of Federal Regulations, and any other relevant regulations, to comply with the amendments made by subsection (a). <all>

To amend the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 to appropriately limit attorney's fees. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Protect Camp Lejeune Victims Ensnared by Trial-lawyer's Scams Act'' or the ``Protect Camp Lejeune VETS Act''. SEC. 2. ATTORNEYS FEES IN FEDERAL CAUSE OF ACTION RELATING TO WATER AT CAMP LEJEUNE, NORTH CAROLINA. (a) In General.--The Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 (28 U.S.C. 2671 note prec.) is amended-- (1) by redesignating subsections (h), (i), and (j) as subsections (i), (j), and (k), respectively; and (2) by inserting after subsection (g) the following: ``(h) Attorney Fees.-- ``(1) General rule.--Notwithstanding any contract, the attorney of an individual, or of the legal representative of an individual, may not receive, for services rendered in connection with an action filed under subsection (b) or any administrative action relating to such an action (as described in section 2675 of title 28, United States Code) (in this subsection referred to as an `administrative claim'), more than the percentage specified in paragraph (2) of a payment made in the action. ``(2) Applicable percentage limitations.--The percentage specified in this paragraph is-- ``(A) 2 percent for an administrative claim with respect to which a party entered a contract for services on or after August 10, 2022; or ``(B) 10 percent for-- ``(i) an administrative claim with respect to which a party entered a contract for services before August 10, 2022; ``(ii) a resubmission of an administrative claim after the denial of an initial administrative claim, without regard to the date on which the party entered the applicable contract for services; or ``(iii) a judgment rendered or settlement entered in an action filed under subsection (b). ``(3) Penalty.--Any attorney who violates paragraph (1) shall be fined not more than $5,000. ``(4) Terms for payment of fees.--Any judgment rendered, settlement entered, or other award made with respect to an action filed under subsection (b) or an administrative claim shall provide that-- ``(A) the Government may not pay attorneys fees to an attorney directly; and ``(B) attorneys fees shall be payable to the attorney by an individual, or legal representative of an individual, after the individual or legal representative receives the amounts payable under the judgment, settlement, or award. ``(5) Disclosure.-- ``(A) In general.--Any judgment rendered, settlement entered, or other award made with respect to an action filed under subsection (b) or an administrative claim shall require disclosure to the Attorney General or to the court of the attorneys fees charged to an individual, or the legal representative of an individual. ``(B) Reporting.--The Attorney General shall collect the disclosures under subparagraph (A) of attorneys fees charged and submit to Congress an annual report detailing-- ``(i) the total amount paid under such judgments, settlements, and awards; ``(ii) the total amount of attorney fees paid in connection with such judgments, settlements, and awards; and ``(iii) for each such judgment, settlement, or award-- ``(I) the name of the attorney for the individual or legal representative of the individual; ``(II) if applicable, the law firm of the attorney; and ``(III) the amount of fees paid to the attorney.''. (b) Update of Regulations.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall amend section 14.636 of title 38, Code of Federal Regulations, and any other relevant regulations, to comply with the amendments made by subsection (a). <all>

To amend the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 to appropriately limit attorney's fees. a) In General.--The Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 (28 U.S.C. 2671 note prec.) ``(3) Penalty.--Any attorney who violates paragraph (1) shall be fined not more than $5,000. ``(4) Terms for payment of fees.--Any judgment rendered, settlement entered, or other award made with respect to an action filed under subsection (b) or an administrative claim shall provide that-- ``(A) the Government may not pay attorneys fees to an attorney directly; and ``(B) attorneys fees shall be payable to the attorney by an individual, or legal representative of an individual, after the individual or legal representative receives the amounts payable under the judgment, settlement, or award. ``(5) Disclosure.-- ``(A) In general.--Any judgment rendered, settlement entered, or other award made with respect to an action filed under subsection (b) or an administrative claim shall require disclosure to the Attorney General or to the court of the attorneys fees charged to an individual, or the legal representative of an individual. b) Update of Regulations.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall amend section 14.636 of title 38, Code of Federal Regulations, and any other relevant regulations, to comply with the amendments made by subsection (a).

To amend the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 to appropriately limit attorney's fees. ``(3) Penalty.--Any attorney who violates paragraph (1) shall be fined not more than $5,000. ``(4) Terms for payment of fees.--Any judgment rendered, settlement entered, or other award made with respect to an action filed under subsection (b) or an administrative claim shall provide that-- ``(A) the Government may not pay attorneys fees to an attorney directly; and ``(B) attorneys fees shall be payable to the attorney by an individual, or legal representative of an individual, after the individual or legal representative receives the amounts payable under the judgment, settlement, or award. ``(5) Disclosure.-- ``(A) In general.--Any judgment rendered, settlement entered, or other award made with respect to an action filed under subsection (b) or an administrative claim shall require disclosure to the Attorney General or to the court of the attorneys fees charged to an individual, or the legal representative of an individual.

To amend the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 to appropriately limit attorney's fees. ``(3) Penalty.--Any attorney who violates paragraph (1) shall be fined not more than $5,000. ``(4) Terms for payment of fees.--Any judgment rendered, settlement entered, or other award made with respect to an action filed under subsection (b) or an administrative claim shall provide that-- ``(A) the Government may not pay attorneys fees to an attorney directly; and ``(B) attorneys fees shall be payable to the attorney by an individual, or legal representative of an individual, after the individual or legal representative receives the amounts payable under the judgment, settlement, or award. ``(5) Disclosure.-- ``(A) In general.--Any judgment rendered, settlement entered, or other award made with respect to an action filed under subsection (b) or an administrative claim shall require disclosure to the Attorney General or to the court of the attorneys fees charged to an individual, or the legal representative of an individual.

To amend the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 to appropriately limit attorney's fees. a) In General.--The Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 (28 U.S.C. 2671 note prec.) ``(3) Penalty.--Any attorney who violates paragraph (1) shall be fined not more than $5,000. ``(4) Terms for payment of fees.--Any judgment rendered, settlement entered, or other award made with respect to an action filed under subsection (b) or an administrative claim shall provide that-- ``(A) the Government may not pay attorneys fees to an attorney directly; and ``(B) attorneys fees shall be payable to the attorney by an individual, or legal representative of an individual, after the individual or legal representative receives the amounts payable under the judgment, settlement, or award. ``(5) Disclosure.-- ``(A) In general.--Any judgment rendered, settlement entered, or other award made with respect to an action filed under subsection (b) or an administrative claim shall require disclosure to the Attorney General or to the court of the attorneys fees charged to an individual, or the legal representative of an individual. b) Update of Regulations.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall amend section 14.636 of title 38, Code of Federal Regulations, and any other relevant regulations, to comply with the amendments made by subsection (a).

To amend the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 to appropriately limit attorney's fees. ``(3) Penalty.--Any attorney who violates paragraph (1) shall be fined not more than $5,000. ``(4) Terms for payment of fees.--Any judgment rendered, settlement entered, or other award made with respect to an action filed under subsection (b) or an administrative claim shall provide that-- ``(A) the Government may not pay attorneys fees to an attorney directly; and ``(B) attorneys fees shall be payable to the attorney by an individual, or legal representative of an individual, after the individual or legal representative receives the amounts payable under the judgment, settlement, or award. ``(5) Disclosure.-- ``(A) In general.--Any judgment rendered, settlement entered, or other award made with respect to an action filed under subsection (b) or an administrative claim shall require disclosure to the Attorney General or to the court of the attorneys fees charged to an individual, or the legal representative of an individual.

To amend the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 to appropriately limit attorney's fees. a) In General.--The Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 (28 U.S.C. 2671 note prec.) ``(3) Penalty.--Any attorney who violates paragraph (1) shall be fined not more than $5,000. ``(4) Terms for payment of fees.--Any judgment rendered, settlement entered, or other award made with respect to an action filed under subsection (b) or an administrative claim shall provide that-- ``(A) the Government may not pay attorneys fees to an attorney directly; and ``(B) attorneys fees shall be payable to the attorney by an individual, or legal representative of an individual, after the individual or legal representative receives the amounts payable under the judgment, settlement, or award. ``(5) Disclosure.-- ``(A) In general.--Any judgment rendered, settlement entered, or other award made with respect to an action filed under subsection (b) or an administrative claim shall require disclosure to the Attorney General or to the court of the attorneys fees charged to an individual, or the legal representative of an individual. b) Update of Regulations.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall amend section 14.636 of title 38, Code of Federal Regulations, and any other relevant regulations, to comply with the amendments made by subsection (a).

To amend the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 to appropriately limit attorney's fees. ``(3) Penalty.--Any attorney who violates paragraph (1) shall be fined not more than $5,000. ``(4) Terms for payment of fees.--Any judgment rendered, settlement entered, or other award made with respect to an action filed under subsection (b) or an administrative claim shall provide that-- ``(A) the Government may not pay attorneys fees to an attorney directly; and ``(B) attorneys fees shall be payable to the attorney by an individual, or legal representative of an individual, after the individual or legal representative receives the amounts payable under the judgment, settlement, or award. ``(5) Disclosure.-- ``(A) In general.--Any judgment rendered, settlement entered, or other award made with respect to an action filed under subsection (b) or an administrative claim shall require disclosure to the Attorney General or to the court of the attorneys fees charged to an individual, or the legal representative of an individual.

To amend the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 to appropriately limit attorney's fees. a) In General.--The Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 (28 U.S.C. 2671 note prec.) ``(3) Penalty.--Any attorney who violates paragraph (1) shall be fined not more than $5,000. ``(4) Terms for payment of fees.--Any judgment rendered, settlement entered, or other award made with respect to an action filed under subsection (b) or an administrative claim shall provide that-- ``(A) the Government may not pay attorneys fees to an attorney directly; and ``(B) attorneys fees shall be payable to the attorney by an individual, or legal representative of an individual, after the individual or legal representative receives the amounts payable under the judgment, settlement, or award. ``(5) Disclosure.-- ``(A) In general.--Any judgment rendered, settlement entered, or other award made with respect to an action filed under subsection (b) or an administrative claim shall require disclosure to the Attorney General or to the court of the attorneys fees charged to an individual, or the legal representative of an individual. b) Update of Regulations.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall amend section 14.636 of title 38, Code of Federal Regulations, and any other relevant regulations, to comply with the amendments made by subsection (a).

To amend the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 to appropriately limit attorney's fees. ``(3) Penalty.--Any attorney who violates paragraph (1) shall be fined not more than $5,000. ``(4) Terms for payment of fees.--Any judgment rendered, settlement entered, or other award made with respect to an action filed under subsection (b) or an administrative claim shall provide that-- ``(A) the Government may not pay attorneys fees to an attorney directly; and ``(B) attorneys fees shall be payable to the attorney by an individual, or legal representative of an individual, after the individual or legal representative receives the amounts payable under the judgment, settlement, or award. ``(5) Disclosure.-- ``(A) In general.--Any judgment rendered, settlement entered, or other award made with respect to an action filed under subsection (b) or an administrative claim shall require disclosure to the Attorney General or to the court of the attorneys fees charged to an individual, or the legal representative of an individual.

To amend the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 to appropriately limit attorney's fees. a) In General.--The Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 (28 U.S.C. 2671 note prec.) ``(3) Penalty.--Any attorney who violates paragraph (1) shall be fined not more than $5,000. ``(4) Terms for payment of fees.--Any judgment rendered, settlement entered, or other award made with respect to an action filed under subsection (b) or an administrative claim shall provide that-- ``(A) the Government may not pay attorneys fees to an attorney directly; and ``(B) attorneys fees shall be payable to the attorney by an individual, or legal representative of an individual, after the individual or legal representative receives the amounts payable under the judgment, settlement, or award. ``(5) Disclosure.-- ``(A) In general.--Any judgment rendered, settlement entered, or other award made with respect to an action filed under subsection (b) or an administrative claim shall require disclosure to the Attorney General or to the court of the attorneys fees charged to an individual, or the legal representative of an individual. b) Update of Regulations.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall amend section 14.636 of title 38, Code of Federal Regulations, and any other relevant regulations, to comply with the amendments made by subsection (a).

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Housing and Community Development

Family Stability and Opportunity Vouchers Act of 2021 This bill establishes a voucher program through which public housing agencies shall offer support services to help unstably housed or at-risk families with children move to areas with access to high-performing schools and high-quality childcare and early education.

To authorize a new type of housing choice voucher to help achieve the goals of ending homelessness among families with children, increasing housing opportunities, and improving life outcomes of poor children. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Family Stability and Opportunity Vouchers Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. FAMILY STABILITY AND OPPORTUNITY VOUCHERS. Section 8(o) of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437f(o)), as amended by section 101(b)(2)(B) of division Q of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (Public Law 116-260), is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(22) Family stability and opportunity vouchers.-- ``(A) Definitions.--In this paragraph: ``(i) The term `area of concentrated poverty' means a census tract in which the poverty rate is not less than 30 percent, as most recently determined by the Bureau of the Census. ``(ii) The term `at risk of homelessness' has the meaning given the term in section 401 of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 11360). ``(iii) The term `eligible family' means a family that-- ``(I) includes a pregnant woman or a child under the age of 6; ``(II) meets all applicable eligibility requirements under this subsection; and ``(III) is-- ``(aa) homeless; ``(bb) unstably housed; ``(cc) living in an area of concentrated poverty; or ``(dd) at risk of displacement from-- ``(AA) an opportunity area for children; or ``(BB) an area rapidly transitioning to become an opportunity area for children. ``(iv) The term `high-performing school' shall have the meaning given the term by the Secretary, using the best available evidence. ``(v) The term `homeless' has the meaning given the term in section 103 of the McKinney- Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 11302). ``(vi) The term `opportunity area for children' shall have the meaning given the term by the Secretary, using the best available evidence. ``(vii) The term `unstably housed', with respect to a family, means a family who-- ``(I) is at risk of homelessness; ``(II) has moved not less than twice during the 12-month period ending on the date on which a public housing agency selects the family from a waiting list to receive assistance under this paragraph; ``(III) is living in a unit not accessible to a disabled family member; ``(IV) is fleeing, or attempting to flee, domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking; or ``(V) is living in housing conditions that are dangerous or life- threatening. ``(B) Competitive award.-- ``(i) In general.--In each fiscal year for which amounts are authorized to be appropriated under subparagraph (F), the Secretary shall provide assistance to public housing agencies on a competitive basis to be used for-- ``(I) incremental vouchers for eligible families; and ``(II) additional fees for the cost to the public housing agencies of providing mobility-related services to eligible families. ``(ii) Selection.--For the second fiscal year in which the Secretary provides assistance under this paragraph, and each fiscal year thereafter, in selecting public housing agencies to receive assistance under this paragraph, the Secretary shall-- ``(I) consider the performance of public housing agencies in implementing this paragraph; and ``(II) give preference to public housing agencies that partner with organizations that provide home visiting services, such as the services authorized under section 511 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 711) or locally funded initiatives, if those services are available in the service area of the public housing agency. ``(C) Services required to be offered to families receiving vouchers.-- ``(i) In general.--A public housing agency that receives assistance under this paragraph-- ``(I) shall offer, to each eligible family that the agency selects to receive a voucher, mobility-related services to help the family move to an opportunity area for children with access to-- ``(aa) a high-performing school; or ``(bb) high-quality childcare and early education; ``(II) may not require an eligible family to participate in the mobility- related services described in subclause (I) as a condition of receipt of a voucher; and ``(III) shall adopt mobility- related policies, to be specified by the Secretary. ``(ii) Minimum assortment of services and policies.--The Secretary shall establish a minimum assortment of types of mobility-related services that a public housing agency shall offer, and mobility-related policies that a public housing agency shall adopt, under clause (i) based on promising practices and evidence of the effectiveness of the services and policies. ``(iii) Specific services.--The types of mobility-related services required to be offered under clause (i)-- ``(I) shall include a customized approach to enable a successful transition to opportunity areas for children; and ``(II) may include counseling and continued supportive services for families. ``(iv) Opportunity areas for children; high-performing schools; high-quality child care and early education.--The Secretary shall establish criteria for areas, schools, and child care and early education to qualify as opportunity areas for children, high-performing schools, and high-quality child care and early education, respectively. ``(v) Manner of providing services.--A public housing agency may provide mobility- related services as required under clause (i) directly or through a local partnership or contract. ``(D) Other requirements.-- ``(i) Turnover.--Upon turnover of a voucher issued by a public housing agency using assistance received under this paragraph, the public housing agency shall issue the voucher to another eligible family under this paragraph. ``(ii) Recapture and reallocation by secretary.--If a public housing agency that receives assistance to be used for vouchers under this paragraph determines that it no longer has an identified need for the assistance, the public housing agency shall notify the Secretary, who may recapture the assistance and reallocate the assistance in accordance with this paragraph. ``(iii) Relation to other laws.-- Notwithstanding any other provision of law, with respect to a voucher authorized under this paragraph-- ``(I) the Secretary may not waive any provision of this paragraph or subsection (r); and ``(II) subsection (b) of section 16 shall apply, except as provided under subsection (d) of that section. ``(E) Implementation.-- ``(i) Definitions.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this paragraph, the Secretary shall publish a notice for public comment in the Federal Register that includes any definitions or other specifications required or authorized under this paragraph. ``(ii) Allocation of funding.-- ``(I) Initial year.--For the first fiscal year for which amounts are appropriated to be provided to public housing agencies for incremental vouchers under this paragraph, the Secretary shall allocate the amounts to public housing agencies not later than 2 years after the date on which the amounts are appropriated. ``(II) Subsequent years.--For any fiscal year after the fiscal year described in subclause (I), the Secretary shall allocate amounts to public housing agencies for incremental vouchers under this paragraph not later than 180 days after the date on which the amounts are appropriated. ``(F) Authorization of appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026 such sums as may be necessary to provide assistance to public housing agencies under this paragraph to be used for-- ``(i) not more than 100,000 incremental vouchers each fiscal year, as described in subparagraph (B)(i)(I); ``(ii) fees for the cost of administering the incremental vouchers described in subparagraph (B)(i)(I); and ``(iii) additional fees for mobility- related services, as described in subparagraph (B)(i)(II).''. <all>

Family Stability and Opportunity Vouchers Act of 2021

A bill to authorize a new type of housing choice voucher to help achieve the goals of ending homelessness among families with children, increasing housing opportunities, and improving life outcomes of poor children.

Family Stability and Opportunity Vouchers Act of 2021

Sen. Van Hollen, Chris

D

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This bill establishes a voucher program through which public housing agencies shall offer support services to help unstably housed or at-risk families with children move to areas with access to high-performing schools and high-quality childcare and early education.

To authorize a new type of housing choice voucher to help achieve the goals of ending homelessness among families with children, increasing housing opportunities, and improving life outcomes of poor children. 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. FAMILY STABILITY AND OPPORTUNITY VOUCHERS. 11360). ``(iii) The term `eligible family' means a family that-- ``(I) includes a pregnant woman or a child under the age of 6; ``(II) meets all applicable eligibility requirements under this subsection; and ``(III) is-- ``(aa) homeless; ``(bb) unstably housed; ``(cc) living in an area of concentrated poverty; or ``(dd) at risk of displacement from-- ``(AA) an opportunity area for children; or ``(BB) an area rapidly transitioning to become an opportunity area for children. ``(iv) The term `high-performing school' shall have the meaning given the term by the Secretary, using the best available evidence. ``(v) The term `homeless' has the meaning given the term in section 103 of the McKinney- Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 11302). 711) or locally funded initiatives, if those services are available in the service area of the public housing agency. ``(ii) Minimum assortment of services and policies.--The Secretary shall establish a minimum assortment of types of mobility-related services that a public housing agency shall offer, and mobility-related policies that a public housing agency shall adopt, under clause (i) based on promising practices and evidence of the effectiveness of the services and policies. ``(iv) Opportunity areas for children; high-performing schools; high-quality child care and early education.--The Secretary shall establish criteria for areas, schools, and child care and early education to qualify as opportunity areas for children, high-performing schools, and high-quality child care and early education, respectively. ``(v) Manner of providing services.--A public housing agency may provide mobility- related services as required under clause (i) directly or through a local partnership or contract. ``(iii) Relation to other laws.-- Notwithstanding any other provision of law, with respect to a voucher authorized under this paragraph-- ``(I) the Secretary may not waive any provision of this paragraph or subsection (r); and ``(II) subsection (b) of section 16 shall apply, except as provided under subsection (d) of that section. ``(II) Subsequent years.--For any fiscal year after the fiscal year described in subclause (I), the Secretary shall allocate amounts to public housing agencies for incremental vouchers under this paragraph not later than 180 days after the date on which the amounts are appropriated.

To authorize a new type of housing choice voucher to help achieve the goals of ending homelessness among families with children, increasing housing opportunities, and improving life outcomes of poor children. 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. FAMILY STABILITY AND OPPORTUNITY VOUCHERS. 11360). ``(iii) The term `eligible family' means a family that-- ``(I) includes a pregnant woman or a child under the age of 6; ``(II) meets all applicable eligibility requirements under this subsection; and ``(III) is-- ``(aa) homeless; ``(bb) unstably housed; ``(cc) living in an area of concentrated poverty; or ``(dd) at risk of displacement from-- ``(AA) an opportunity area for children; or ``(BB) an area rapidly transitioning to become an opportunity area for children. ``(iv) The term `high-performing school' shall have the meaning given the term by the Secretary, using the best available evidence. ``(v) The term `homeless' has the meaning given the term in section 103 of the McKinney- Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 11302). 711) or locally funded initiatives, if those services are available in the service area of the public housing agency. ``(iv) Opportunity areas for children; high-performing schools; high-quality child care and early education.--The Secretary shall establish criteria for areas, schools, and child care and early education to qualify as opportunity areas for children, high-performing schools, and high-quality child care and early education, respectively. ``(v) Manner of providing services.--A public housing agency may provide mobility- related services as required under clause (i) directly or through a local partnership or contract. ``(iii) Relation to other laws.-- Notwithstanding any other provision of law, with respect to a voucher authorized under this paragraph-- ``(I) the Secretary may not waive any provision of this paragraph or subsection (r); and ``(II) subsection (b) of section 16 shall apply, except as provided under subsection (d) of that section. ``(II) Subsequent years.--For any fiscal year after the fiscal year described in subclause (I), the Secretary shall allocate amounts to public housing agencies for incremental vouchers under this paragraph not later than 180 days after the date on which the amounts are appropriated.

To authorize a new type of housing choice voucher to help achieve the goals of ending homelessness among families with children, increasing housing opportunities, and improving life outcomes of poor children. 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. FAMILY STABILITY AND OPPORTUNITY VOUCHERS. 1437f(o)), as amended by section 101(b)(2)(B) of division Q of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (Public Law 116-260), is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(22) Family stability and opportunity vouchers.-- ``(A) Definitions.--In this paragraph: ``(i) The term `area of concentrated poverty' means a census tract in which the poverty rate is not less than 30 percent, as most recently determined by the Bureau of the Census. 11360). ``(iii) The term `eligible family' means a family that-- ``(I) includes a pregnant woman or a child under the age of 6; ``(II) meets all applicable eligibility requirements under this subsection; and ``(III) is-- ``(aa) homeless; ``(bb) unstably housed; ``(cc) living in an area of concentrated poverty; or ``(dd) at risk of displacement from-- ``(AA) an opportunity area for children; or ``(BB) an area rapidly transitioning to become an opportunity area for children. ``(iv) The term `high-performing school' shall have the meaning given the term by the Secretary, using the best available evidence. ``(v) The term `homeless' has the meaning given the term in section 103 of the McKinney- Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 11302). ``(vii) The term `unstably housed', with respect to a family, means a family who-- ``(I) is at risk of homelessness; ``(II) has moved not less than twice during the 12-month period ending on the date on which a public housing agency selects the family from a waiting list to receive assistance under this paragraph; ``(III) is living in a unit not accessible to a disabled family member; ``(IV) is fleeing, or attempting to flee, domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking; or ``(V) is living in housing conditions that are dangerous or life- threatening. 711) or locally funded initiatives, if those services are available in the service area of the public housing agency. ``(ii) Minimum assortment of services and policies.--The Secretary shall establish a minimum assortment of types of mobility-related services that a public housing agency shall offer, and mobility-related policies that a public housing agency shall adopt, under clause (i) based on promising practices and evidence of the effectiveness of the services and policies. ``(iii) Specific services.--The types of mobility-related services required to be offered under clause (i)-- ``(I) shall include a customized approach to enable a successful transition to opportunity areas for children; and ``(II) may include counseling and continued supportive services for families. ``(iv) Opportunity areas for children; high-performing schools; high-quality child care and early education.--The Secretary shall establish criteria for areas, schools, and child care and early education to qualify as opportunity areas for children, high-performing schools, and high-quality child care and early education, respectively. ``(v) Manner of providing services.--A public housing agency may provide mobility- related services as required under clause (i) directly or through a local partnership or contract. ``(iii) Relation to other laws.-- Notwithstanding any other provision of law, with respect to a voucher authorized under this paragraph-- ``(I) the Secretary may not waive any provision of this paragraph or subsection (r); and ``(II) subsection (b) of section 16 shall apply, except as provided under subsection (d) of that section. ``(II) Subsequent years.--For any fiscal year after the fiscal year described in subclause (I), the Secretary shall allocate amounts to public housing agencies for incremental vouchers under this paragraph not later than 180 days after the date on which the amounts are appropriated. ``(F) Authorization of appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026 such sums as may be necessary to provide assistance to public housing agencies under this paragraph to be used for-- ``(i) not more than 100,000 incremental vouchers each fiscal year, as described in subparagraph (B)(i)(I); ``(ii) fees for the cost of administering the incremental vouchers described in subparagraph (B)(i)(I); and ``(iii) additional fees for mobility- related services, as described in subparagraph (B)(i)(II).''.

To authorize a new type of housing choice voucher to help achieve the goals of ending homelessness among families with children, increasing housing opportunities, and improving life outcomes of poor children. 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. FAMILY STABILITY AND OPPORTUNITY VOUCHERS. 1437f(o)), as amended by section 101(b)(2)(B) of division Q of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (Public Law 116-260), is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(22) Family stability and opportunity vouchers.-- ``(A) Definitions.--In this paragraph: ``(i) The term `area of concentrated poverty' means a census tract in which the poverty rate is not less than 30 percent, as most recently determined by the Bureau of the Census. 11360). ``(iii) The term `eligible family' means a family that-- ``(I) includes a pregnant woman or a child under the age of 6; ``(II) meets all applicable eligibility requirements under this subsection; and ``(III) is-- ``(aa) homeless; ``(bb) unstably housed; ``(cc) living in an area of concentrated poverty; or ``(dd) at risk of displacement from-- ``(AA) an opportunity area for children; or ``(BB) an area rapidly transitioning to become an opportunity area for children. ``(iv) The term `high-performing school' shall have the meaning given the term by the Secretary, using the best available evidence. ``(v) The term `homeless' has the meaning given the term in section 103 of the McKinney- Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 11302). ``(vii) The term `unstably housed', with respect to a family, means a family who-- ``(I) is at risk of homelessness; ``(II) has moved not less than twice during the 12-month period ending on the date on which a public housing agency selects the family from a waiting list to receive assistance under this paragraph; ``(III) is living in a unit not accessible to a disabled family member; ``(IV) is fleeing, or attempting to flee, domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking; or ``(V) is living in housing conditions that are dangerous or life- threatening. ``(ii) Selection.--For the second fiscal year in which the Secretary provides assistance under this paragraph, and each fiscal year thereafter, in selecting public housing agencies to receive assistance under this paragraph, the Secretary shall-- ``(I) consider the performance of public housing agencies in implementing this paragraph; and ``(II) give preference to public housing agencies that partner with organizations that provide home visiting services, such as the services authorized under section 511 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 711) or locally funded initiatives, if those services are available in the service area of the public housing agency. ``(ii) Minimum assortment of services and policies.--The Secretary shall establish a minimum assortment of types of mobility-related services that a public housing agency shall offer, and mobility-related policies that a public housing agency shall adopt, under clause (i) based on promising practices and evidence of the effectiveness of the services and policies. ``(iii) Specific services.--The types of mobility-related services required to be offered under clause (i)-- ``(I) shall include a customized approach to enable a successful transition to opportunity areas for children; and ``(II) may include counseling and continued supportive services for families. ``(iv) Opportunity areas for children; high-performing schools; high-quality child care and early education.--The Secretary shall establish criteria for areas, schools, and child care and early education to qualify as opportunity areas for children, high-performing schools, and high-quality child care and early education, respectively. ``(v) Manner of providing services.--A public housing agency may provide mobility- related services as required under clause (i) directly or through a local partnership or contract. ``(D) Other requirements.-- ``(i) Turnover.--Upon turnover of a voucher issued by a public housing agency using assistance received under this paragraph, the public housing agency shall issue the voucher to another eligible family under this paragraph. ``(ii) Recapture and reallocation by secretary.--If a public housing agency that receives assistance to be used for vouchers under this paragraph determines that it no longer has an identified need for the assistance, the public housing agency shall notify the Secretary, who may recapture the assistance and reallocate the assistance in accordance with this paragraph. ``(iii) Relation to other laws.-- Notwithstanding any other provision of law, with respect to a voucher authorized under this paragraph-- ``(I) the Secretary may not waive any provision of this paragraph or subsection (r); and ``(II) subsection (b) of section 16 shall apply, except as provided under subsection (d) of that section. ``(E) Implementation.-- ``(i) Definitions.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this paragraph, the Secretary shall publish a notice for public comment in the Federal Register that includes any definitions or other specifications required or authorized under this paragraph. ``(II) Subsequent years.--For any fiscal year after the fiscal year described in subclause (I), the Secretary shall allocate amounts to public housing agencies for incremental vouchers under this paragraph not later than 180 days after the date on which the amounts are appropriated. ``(F) Authorization of appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026 such sums as may be necessary to provide assistance to public housing agencies under this paragraph to be used for-- ``(i) not more than 100,000 incremental vouchers each fiscal year, as described in subparagraph (B)(i)(I); ``(ii) fees for the cost of administering the incremental vouchers described in subparagraph (B)(i)(I); and ``(iii) additional fees for mobility- related services, as described in subparagraph (B)(i)(II).''.

To authorize a new type of housing choice voucher to help achieve the goals of ending homelessness among families with children, increasing housing opportunities, and improving life outcomes of poor children. Section 8(o) of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437f(o)), as amended by section 101(b)(2)(B) of division Q of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (Public Law 116-260), is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(22) Family stability and opportunity vouchers.-- ``(A) Definitions.--In this paragraph: ``(i) The term `area of concentrated poverty' means a census tract in which the poverty rate is not less than 30 percent, as most recently determined by the Bureau of the Census. ``(iii) The term `eligible family' means a family that-- ``(I) includes a pregnant woman or a child under the age of 6; ``(II) meets all applicable eligibility requirements under this subsection; and ``(III) is-- ``(aa) homeless; ``(bb) unstably housed; ``(cc) living in an area of concentrated poverty; or ``(dd) at risk of displacement from-- ``(AA) an opportunity area for children; or ``(BB) an area rapidly transitioning to become an opportunity area for children. ``(iv) The term `high-performing school' shall have the meaning given the term by the Secretary, using the best available evidence. ``(B) Competitive award.-- ``(i) In general.--In each fiscal year for which amounts are authorized to be appropriated under subparagraph (F), the Secretary shall provide assistance to public housing agencies on a competitive basis to be used for-- ``(I) incremental vouchers for eligible families; and ``(II) additional fees for the cost to the public housing agencies of providing mobility-related services to eligible families. ``(ii) Minimum assortment of services and policies.--The Secretary shall establish a minimum assortment of types of mobility-related services that a public housing agency shall offer, and mobility-related policies that a public housing agency shall adopt, under clause (i) based on promising practices and evidence of the effectiveness of the services and policies. ``(iii) Specific services.--The types of mobility-related services required to be offered under clause (i)-- ``(I) shall include a customized approach to enable a successful transition to opportunity areas for children; and ``(II) may include counseling and continued supportive services for families. ``(iv) Opportunity areas for children; high-performing schools; high-quality child care and early education.--The Secretary shall establish criteria for areas, schools, and child care and early education to qualify as opportunity areas for children, high-performing schools, and high-quality child care and early education, respectively. ``(ii) Recapture and reallocation by secretary.--If a public housing agency that receives assistance to be used for vouchers under this paragraph determines that it no longer has an identified need for the assistance, the public housing agency shall notify the Secretary, who may recapture the assistance and reallocate the assistance in accordance with this paragraph. ``(E) Implementation.-- ``(i) Definitions.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this paragraph, the Secretary shall publish a notice for public comment in the Federal Register that includes any definitions or other specifications required or authorized under this paragraph. ``(ii) Allocation of funding.-- ``(I) Initial year.--For the first fiscal year for which amounts are appropriated to be provided to public housing agencies for incremental vouchers under this paragraph, the Secretary shall allocate the amounts to public housing agencies not later than 2 years after the date on which the amounts are appropriated.

To authorize a new type of housing choice voucher to help achieve the goals of ending homelessness among families with children, increasing housing opportunities, and improving life outcomes of poor children. ``(v) The term `homeless' has the meaning given the term in section 103 of the McKinney- Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 11302). ``(vii) The term `unstably housed', with respect to a family, means a family who-- ``(I) is at risk of homelessness; ``(II) has moved not less than twice during the 12-month period ending on the date on which a public housing agency selects the family from a waiting list to receive assistance under this paragraph; ``(III) is living in a unit not accessible to a disabled family member; ``(IV) is fleeing, or attempting to flee, domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking; or ``(V) is living in housing conditions that are dangerous or life- threatening. ``(B) Competitive award.-- ``(i) In general.--In each fiscal year for which amounts are authorized to be appropriated under subparagraph (F), the Secretary shall provide assistance to public housing agencies on a competitive basis to be used for-- ``(I) incremental vouchers for eligible families; and ``(II) additional fees for the cost to the public housing agencies of providing mobility-related services to eligible families. ``(ii) Minimum assortment of services and policies.--The Secretary shall establish a minimum assortment of types of mobility-related services that a public housing agency shall offer, and mobility-related policies that a public housing agency shall adopt, under clause (i) based on promising practices and evidence of the effectiveness of the services and policies. ``(ii) Recapture and reallocation by secretary.--If a public housing agency that receives assistance to be used for vouchers under this paragraph determines that it no longer has an identified need for the assistance, the public housing agency shall notify the Secretary, who may recapture the assistance and reallocate the assistance in accordance with this paragraph. ``(ii) Allocation of funding.-- ``(I) Initial year.--For the first fiscal year for which amounts are appropriated to be provided to public housing agencies for incremental vouchers under this paragraph, the Secretary shall allocate the amounts to public housing agencies not later than 2 years after the date on which the amounts are appropriated. ``(F) Authorization of appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026 such sums as may be necessary to provide assistance to public housing agencies under this paragraph to be used for-- ``(i) not more than 100,000 incremental vouchers each fiscal year, as described in subparagraph (B)(i)(I); ``(ii) fees for the cost of administering the incremental vouchers described in subparagraph (B)(i)(I); and ``(iii) additional fees for mobility- related services, as described in subparagraph (B)(i)(II).''.

To authorize a new type of housing choice voucher to help achieve the goals of ending homelessness among families with children, increasing housing opportunities, and improving life outcomes of poor children. ``(v) The term `homeless' has the meaning given the term in section 103 of the McKinney- Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 11302). ``(vii) The term `unstably housed', with respect to a family, means a family who-- ``(I) is at risk of homelessness; ``(II) has moved not less than twice during the 12-month period ending on the date on which a public housing agency selects the family from a waiting list to receive assistance under this paragraph; ``(III) is living in a unit not accessible to a disabled family member; ``(IV) is fleeing, or attempting to flee, domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking; or ``(V) is living in housing conditions that are dangerous or life- threatening. ``(B) Competitive award.-- ``(i) In general.--In each fiscal year for which amounts are authorized to be appropriated under subparagraph (F), the Secretary shall provide assistance to public housing agencies on a competitive basis to be used for-- ``(I) incremental vouchers for eligible families; and ``(II) additional fees for the cost to the public housing agencies of providing mobility-related services to eligible families. ``(ii) Minimum assortment of services and policies.--The Secretary shall establish a minimum assortment of types of mobility-related services that a public housing agency shall offer, and mobility-related policies that a public housing agency shall adopt, under clause (i) based on promising practices and evidence of the effectiveness of the services and policies. ``(ii) Recapture and reallocation by secretary.--If a public housing agency that receives assistance to be used for vouchers under this paragraph determines that it no longer has an identified need for the assistance, the public housing agency shall notify the Secretary, who may recapture the assistance and reallocate the assistance in accordance with this paragraph. ``(ii) Allocation of funding.-- ``(I) Initial year.--For the first fiscal year for which amounts are appropriated to be provided to public housing agencies for incremental vouchers under this paragraph, the Secretary shall allocate the amounts to public housing agencies not later than 2 years after the date on which the amounts are appropriated. ``(F) Authorization of appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026 such sums as may be necessary to provide assistance to public housing agencies under this paragraph to be used for-- ``(i) not more than 100,000 incremental vouchers each fiscal year, as described in subparagraph (B)(i)(I); ``(ii) fees for the cost of administering the incremental vouchers described in subparagraph (B)(i)(I); and ``(iii) additional fees for mobility- related services, as described in subparagraph (B)(i)(II).''.

To authorize a new type of housing choice voucher to help achieve the goals of ending homelessness among families with children, increasing housing opportunities, and improving life outcomes of poor children. Section 8(o) of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437f(o)), as amended by section 101(b)(2)(B) of division Q of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (Public Law 116-260), is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(22) Family stability and opportunity vouchers.-- ``(A) Definitions.--In this paragraph: ``(i) The term `area of concentrated poverty' means a census tract in which the poverty rate is not less than 30 percent, as most recently determined by the Bureau of the Census. ``(iii) The term `eligible family' means a family that-- ``(I) includes a pregnant woman or a child under the age of 6; ``(II) meets all applicable eligibility requirements under this subsection; and ``(III) is-- ``(aa) homeless; ``(bb) unstably housed; ``(cc) living in an area of concentrated poverty; or ``(dd) at risk of displacement from-- ``(AA) an opportunity area for children; or ``(BB) an area rapidly transitioning to become an opportunity area for children. ``(iv) The term `high-performing school' shall have the meaning given the term by the Secretary, using the best available evidence. ``(B) Competitive award.-- ``(i) In general.--In each fiscal year for which amounts are authorized to be appropriated under subparagraph (F), the Secretary shall provide assistance to public housing agencies on a competitive basis to be used for-- ``(I) incremental vouchers for eligible families; and ``(II) additional fees for the cost to the public housing agencies of providing mobility-related services to eligible families. ``(ii) Minimum assortment of services and policies.--The Secretary shall establish a minimum assortment of types of mobility-related services that a public housing agency shall offer, and mobility-related policies that a public housing agency shall adopt, under clause (i) based on promising practices and evidence of the effectiveness of the services and policies. ``(iii) Specific services.--The types of mobility-related services required to be offered under clause (i)-- ``(I) shall include a customized approach to enable a successful transition to opportunity areas for children; and ``(II) may include counseling and continued supportive services for families. ``(iv) Opportunity areas for children; high-performing schools; high-quality child care and early education.--The Secretary shall establish criteria for areas, schools, and child care and early education to qualify as opportunity areas for children, high-performing schools, and high-quality child care and early education, respectively. ``(ii) Recapture and reallocation by secretary.--If a public housing agency that receives assistance to be used for vouchers under this paragraph determines that it no longer has an identified need for the assistance, the public housing agency shall notify the Secretary, who may recapture the assistance and reallocate the assistance in accordance with this paragraph. ``(E) Implementation.-- ``(i) Definitions.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this paragraph, the Secretary shall publish a notice for public comment in the Federal Register that includes any definitions or other specifications required or authorized under this paragraph. ``(ii) Allocation of funding.-- ``(I) Initial year.--For the first fiscal year for which amounts are appropriated to be provided to public housing agencies for incremental vouchers under this paragraph, the Secretary shall allocate the amounts to public housing agencies not later than 2 years after the date on which the amounts are appropriated.

To authorize a new type of housing choice voucher to help achieve the goals of ending homelessness among families with children, increasing housing opportunities, and improving life outcomes of poor children. ``(v) The term `homeless' has the meaning given the term in section 103 of the McKinney- Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 11302). ``(vii) The term `unstably housed', with respect to a family, means a family who-- ``(I) is at risk of homelessness; ``(II) has moved not less than twice during the 12-month period ending on the date on which a public housing agency selects the family from a waiting list to receive assistance under this paragraph; ``(III) is living in a unit not accessible to a disabled family member; ``(IV) is fleeing, or attempting to flee, domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking; or ``(V) is living in housing conditions that are dangerous or life- threatening. ``(B) Competitive award.-- ``(i) In general.--In each fiscal year for which amounts are authorized to be appropriated under subparagraph (F), the Secretary shall provide assistance to public housing agencies on a competitive basis to be used for-- ``(I) incremental vouchers for eligible families; and ``(II) additional fees for the cost to the public housing agencies of providing mobility-related services to eligible families. ``(ii) Minimum assortment of services and policies.--The Secretary shall establish a minimum assortment of types of mobility-related services that a public housing agency shall offer, and mobility-related policies that a public housing agency shall adopt, under clause (i) based on promising practices and evidence of the effectiveness of the services and policies. ``(ii) Recapture and reallocation by secretary.--If a public housing agency that receives assistance to be used for vouchers under this paragraph determines that it no longer has an identified need for the assistance, the public housing agency shall notify the Secretary, who may recapture the assistance and reallocate the assistance in accordance with this paragraph. ``(ii) Allocation of funding.-- ``(I) Initial year.--For the first fiscal year for which amounts are appropriated to be provided to public housing agencies for incremental vouchers under this paragraph, the Secretary shall allocate the amounts to public housing agencies not later than 2 years after the date on which the amounts are appropriated. ``(F) Authorization of appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026 such sums as may be necessary to provide assistance to public housing agencies under this paragraph to be used for-- ``(i) not more than 100,000 incremental vouchers each fiscal year, as described in subparagraph (B)(i)(I); ``(ii) fees for the cost of administering the incremental vouchers described in subparagraph (B)(i)(I); and ``(iii) additional fees for mobility- related services, as described in subparagraph (B)(i)(II).''.

To authorize a new type of housing choice voucher to help achieve the goals of ending homelessness among families with children, increasing housing opportunities, and improving life outcomes of poor children. Section 8(o) of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437f(o)), as amended by section 101(b)(2)(B) of division Q of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (Public Law 116-260), is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(22) Family stability and opportunity vouchers.-- ``(A) Definitions.--In this paragraph: ``(i) The term `area of concentrated poverty' means a census tract in which the poverty rate is not less than 30 percent, as most recently determined by the Bureau of the Census. ``(iii) The term `eligible family' means a family that-- ``(I) includes a pregnant woman or a child under the age of 6; ``(II) meets all applicable eligibility requirements under this subsection; and ``(III) is-- ``(aa) homeless; ``(bb) unstably housed; ``(cc) living in an area of concentrated poverty; or ``(dd) at risk of displacement from-- ``(AA) an opportunity area for children; or ``(BB) an area rapidly transitioning to become an opportunity area for children. ``(iv) The term `high-performing school' shall have the meaning given the term by the Secretary, using the best available evidence. ``(B) Competitive award.-- ``(i) In general.--In each fiscal year for which amounts are authorized to be appropriated under subparagraph (F), the Secretary shall provide assistance to public housing agencies on a competitive basis to be used for-- ``(I) incremental vouchers for eligible families; and ``(II) additional fees for the cost to the public housing agencies of providing mobility-related services to eligible families. ``(ii) Minimum assortment of services and policies.--The Secretary shall establish a minimum assortment of types of mobility-related services that a public housing agency shall offer, and mobility-related policies that a public housing agency shall adopt, under clause (i) based on promising practices and evidence of the effectiveness of the services and policies. ``(iii) Specific services.--The types of mobility-related services required to be offered under clause (i)-- ``(I) shall include a customized approach to enable a successful transition to opportunity areas for children; and ``(II) may include counseling and continued supportive services for families. ``(iv) Opportunity areas for children; high-performing schools; high-quality child care and early education.--The Secretary shall establish criteria for areas, schools, and child care and early education to qualify as opportunity areas for children, high-performing schools, and high-quality child care and early education, respectively. ``(ii) Recapture and reallocation by secretary.--If a public housing agency that receives assistance to be used for vouchers under this paragraph determines that it no longer has an identified need for the assistance, the public housing agency shall notify the Secretary, who may recapture the assistance and reallocate the assistance in accordance with this paragraph. ``(E) Implementation.-- ``(i) Definitions.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this paragraph, the Secretary shall publish a notice for public comment in the Federal Register that includes any definitions or other specifications required or authorized under this paragraph. ``(ii) Allocation of funding.-- ``(I) Initial year.--For the first fiscal year for which amounts are appropriated to be provided to public housing agencies for incremental vouchers under this paragraph, the Secretary shall allocate the amounts to public housing agencies not later than 2 years after the date on which the amounts are appropriated.

To authorize a new type of housing choice voucher to help achieve the goals of ending homelessness among families with children, increasing housing opportunities, and improving life outcomes of poor children. ``(v) The term `homeless' has the meaning given the term in section 103 of the McKinney- Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 11302). ``(vii) The term `unstably housed', with respect to a family, means a family who-- ``(I) is at risk of homelessness; ``(II) has moved not less than twice during the 12-month period ending on the date on which a public housing agency selects the family from a waiting list to receive assistance under this paragraph; ``(III) is living in a unit not accessible to a disabled family member; ``(IV) is fleeing, or attempting to flee, domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking; or ``(V) is living in housing conditions that are dangerous or life- threatening. ``(B) Competitive award.-- ``(i) In general.--In each fiscal year for which amounts are authorized to be appropriated under subparagraph (F), the Secretary shall provide assistance to public housing agencies on a competitive basis to be used for-- ``(I) incremental vouchers for eligible families; and ``(II) additional fees for the cost to the public housing agencies of providing mobility-related services to eligible families. ``(ii) Minimum assortment of services and policies.--The Secretary shall establish a minimum assortment of types of mobility-related services that a public housing agency shall offer, and mobility-related policies that a public housing agency shall adopt, under clause (i) based on promising practices and evidence of the effectiveness of the services and policies. ``(ii) Recapture and reallocation by secretary.--If a public housing agency that receives assistance to be used for vouchers under this paragraph determines that it no longer has an identified need for the assistance, the public housing agency shall notify the Secretary, who may recapture the assistance and reallocate the assistance in accordance with this paragraph. ``(ii) Allocation of funding.-- ``(I) Initial year.--For the first fiscal year for which amounts are appropriated to be provided to public housing agencies for incremental vouchers under this paragraph, the Secretary shall allocate the amounts to public housing agencies not later than 2 years after the date on which the amounts are appropriated. ``(F) Authorization of appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026 such sums as may be necessary to provide assistance to public housing agencies under this paragraph to be used for-- ``(i) not more than 100,000 incremental vouchers each fiscal year, as described in subparagraph (B)(i)(I); ``(ii) fees for the cost of administering the incremental vouchers described in subparagraph (B)(i)(I); and ``(iii) additional fees for mobility- related services, as described in subparagraph (B)(i)(II).''.

To authorize a new type of housing choice voucher to help achieve the goals of ending homelessness among families with children, increasing housing opportunities, and improving life outcomes of poor children. ``(iii) The term `eligible family' means a family that-- ``(I) includes a pregnant woman or a child under the age of 6; ``(II) meets all applicable eligibility requirements under this subsection; and ``(III) is-- ``(aa) homeless; ``(bb) unstably housed; ``(cc) living in an area of concentrated poverty; or ``(dd) at risk of displacement from-- ``(AA) an opportunity area for children; or ``(BB) an area rapidly transitioning to become an opportunity area for children. ``(B) Competitive award.-- ``(i) In general.--In each fiscal year for which amounts are authorized to be appropriated under subparagraph (F), the Secretary shall provide assistance to public housing agencies on a competitive basis to be used for-- ``(I) incremental vouchers for eligible families; and ``(II) additional fees for the cost to the public housing agencies of providing mobility-related services to eligible families. ``(ii) Minimum assortment of services and policies.--The Secretary shall establish a minimum assortment of types of mobility-related services that a public housing agency shall offer, and mobility-related policies that a public housing agency shall adopt, under clause (i) based on promising practices and evidence of the effectiveness of the services and policies. ``(ii) Recapture and reallocation by secretary.--If a public housing agency that receives assistance to be used for vouchers under this paragraph determines that it no longer has an identified need for the assistance, the public housing agency shall notify the Secretary, who may recapture the assistance and reallocate the assistance in accordance with this paragraph. ``(E) Implementation.-- ``(i) Definitions.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this paragraph, the Secretary shall publish a notice for public comment in the Federal Register that includes any definitions or other specifications required or authorized under this paragraph.

To authorize a new type of housing choice voucher to help achieve the goals of ending homelessness among families with children, increasing housing opportunities, and improving life outcomes of poor children. ``(B) Competitive award.-- ``(i) In general.--In each fiscal year for which amounts are authorized to be appropriated under subparagraph (F), the Secretary shall provide assistance to public housing agencies on a competitive basis to be used for-- ``(I) incremental vouchers for eligible families; and ``(II) additional fees for the cost to the public housing agencies of providing mobility-related services to eligible families. ``(ii) Allocation of funding.-- ``(I) Initial year.--For the first fiscal year for which amounts are appropriated to be provided to public housing agencies for incremental vouchers under this paragraph, the Secretary shall allocate the amounts to public housing agencies not later than 2 years after the date on which the amounts are appropriated. ``(F) Authorization of appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026 such sums as may be necessary to provide assistance to public housing agencies under this paragraph to be used for-- ``(i) not more than 100,000 incremental vouchers each fiscal year, as described in subparagraph (B)(i)(I); ``(ii) fees for the cost of administering the incremental vouchers described in subparagraph (B)(i)(I); and ``(iii) additional fees for mobility- related services, as described in subparagraph (B)(i)(II). ''.

To authorize a new type of housing choice voucher to help achieve the goals of ending homelessness among families with children, increasing housing opportunities, and improving life outcomes of poor children. ``(iii) The term `eligible family' means a family that-- ``(I) includes a pregnant woman or a child under the age of 6; ``(II) meets all applicable eligibility requirements under this subsection; and ``(III) is-- ``(aa) homeless; ``(bb) unstably housed; ``(cc) living in an area of concentrated poverty; or ``(dd) at risk of displacement from-- ``(AA) an opportunity area for children; or ``(BB) an area rapidly transitioning to become an opportunity area for children. ``(B) Competitive award.-- ``(i) In general.--In each fiscal year for which amounts are authorized to be appropriated under subparagraph (F), the Secretary shall provide assistance to public housing agencies on a competitive basis to be used for-- ``(I) incremental vouchers for eligible families; and ``(II) additional fees for the cost to the public housing agencies of providing mobility-related services to eligible families. ``(ii) Minimum assortment of services and policies.--The Secretary shall establish a minimum assortment of types of mobility-related services that a public housing agency shall offer, and mobility-related policies that a public housing agency shall adopt, under clause (i) based on promising practices and evidence of the effectiveness of the services and policies. ``(ii) Recapture and reallocation by secretary.--If a public housing agency that receives assistance to be used for vouchers under this paragraph determines that it no longer has an identified need for the assistance, the public housing agency shall notify the Secretary, who may recapture the assistance and reallocate the assistance in accordance with this paragraph. ``(E) Implementation.-- ``(i) Definitions.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this paragraph, the Secretary shall publish a notice for public comment in the Federal Register that includes any definitions or other specifications required or authorized under this paragraph.

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Social Welfare

Social Security Caregiver Credit Act of 2021 This bill credits certain individuals who provide at least 80 hours of care per month to dependent relatives without monetary compensation with up to five years of deemed wages (determined by a specified formula) for purposes of determining their Social Security benefit amounts. However, if an individual is otherwise entitled to a larger benefit amount, this provision shall not apply.

To amend title II of the Social Security Act to credit individuals serving as caregivers of dependent relatives with deemed wages for up to five years of such service. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Social Security Caregiver Credit Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS AND SENSE OF THE SENATE. (a) Findings.--Congress finds that: (1) Caregiving is an essential element of family life and a vital service for children, the ill, the disabled, and the elderly. (2) The establishment of a caregiver credit would bolster the economic prospects of unpaid caregivers and would provide them with vital retirement security. (3) According to projections of the Office of the Chief Actuary of the Social Security Administration published in November of 2020, the combined Old-Age and Survivors Insurance and Federal Disability Insurance Trust Funds will be able to pay scheduled benefits in full until 2034. (b) Sense of the Senate.--It is the sense of Senate that the United States Congress must address the unfair exclusion of professional and hardworking home care providers who are not eligible to receive Social Security or Medicare because they provide paid care to a family member with a disability under programs operated at the State and local level for general health and welfare protection. SEC. 3. DEEMED WAGES FOR CAREGIVERS OF DEPENDENT RELATIVES. (a) In General.--Title II of the Social Security Act is amended by adding after section 234 (42 U.S.C. 434) the following new section: ``deemed wages for caregivers of dependent relatives ``Sec. 235. (a) Definitions.--For purposes of this section-- ``(1)(A) Subject to subparagraph (B), the term `qualifying month' means, in connection with an individual, any month during which such individual was engaged for not less than 80 hours in providing care to a dependent relative without monetary compensation. ``(B) The term `qualifying month' does not include any month ending after the date on which such individual attains retirement age (as defined in section 216(l)). ``(C) For purposes of subparagraph (A), assistance provided to a family caregiver of an eligible veteran under section 1720G of title 38, United States Code, shall not be considered monetary compensation for providing care to such eligible veteran. ``(2) The term `dependent relative' means, in connection with an individual-- ``(A) a child, grandchild, niece, or nephew (of such individual or such individual's spouse or domestic partner), or a child to which the individual or the individual's spouse or domestic partner is standing in loco parentis, who is under the age of 12; or ``(B) a child, grandchild, niece, or nephew (of such individual or such individual's spouse or domestic partner), a child to which the individual or the individual's spouse or domestic partner is standing in loco parentis, a parent, grandparent, sibling, aunt, or uncle (of such individual or his or her spouse or domestic partner), or such individual's spouse or domestic partner, if such child, grandchild, niece, nephew, parent, grandparent, sibling, aunt, uncle, spouse, or domestic partner is a chronically dependent individual. ``(3)(A) The term `chronically dependent individual' means an individual who-- ``(i) is dependent on a daily basis on verbal reminding, physical cueing, supervision, or other assistance provided to the individual by another person in the performance of at least two of the activities of daily living (described in subparagraph (B)) or instrumental activities of daily living (described in subparagraph (C)); and ``(ii) without the assistance described in clause (i), could not perform such activities of daily living or instrumental activities of daily living. ``(B) The `activities of daily living' referred to in subparagraph (A) means basic personal everyday activities, including-- ``(i) eating; ``(ii) bathing; ``(iii) dressing; ``(iv) toileting; and ``(v) transferring in and out of a bed or in and out of a chair. ``(C) The `instrumental activities of daily living' referred to in subparagraph (A) means activities related to living independently in the community, including-- ``(i) meal planning and preparation; ``(ii) managing finances; ``(iii) shopping for food, clothing, or other essential items; ``(iv) performing essential household chores; ``(v) communicating by phone or other form of media; and ``(vi) traveling around and participating in the community. ``(b) Deemed Wages of Caregiver.--(1)(A) For purposes of determining entitlement to and the amount of any monthly benefit for any month after December 2021, or entitlement to and the amount of any lump-sum death payment in the case of a death after such month, payable under this title on the basis of the wages and self-employment income of any individual, and for purposes of section 216(i)(3), such individual shall be deemed to have been paid during each qualifying month (in addition to wages or self-employment income actually paid to or derived by such individual during such month) at an amount per month equal to-- ``(i) in the case of a qualifying month during which no wages or self-employment income were actually paid to or derived by such individual, 50 percent of the national average wage index (as defined in section 209(k)(1)) for the second calendar year preceding the calendar year in which such month occurs; and ``(ii) in the case of any other qualifying month, the excess of the amount determined under clause (i) over \1/2\ of the wages or self-employment income actually paid to or derived by such individual during such month. ``(B) In any case in which there are more than 60 qualifying months for an individual, only the last 60 of such months shall be taken into account for purposes of this section. ``(2) Paragraph (1) shall not be applicable in the case of any monthly benefit or lump-sum death payment if a larger such benefit or payment, as the case may be, would be payable without its application. ``(c) Rules and Regulations.-- ``(1) Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this section, the Commissioner of Social Security shall promulgate such regulations as are necessary to carry out this section and to prevent fraud and abuse with respect to the benefits under this section, including regulations establishing procedures for the application and certification requirements described in paragraph (2). ``(2) A qualifying month shall not be taken into account under this section with respect to an individual unless-- ``(A) the individual submits to the Commissioner of Social Security an application for benefits under this section that includes-- ``(i) the name and identifying information of the dependent relative with respect to whom the individual was engaged in providing care during such month; ``(ii) if the dependent relative is not a child under the age of 12, documentation from the physician of the dependent relative explaining why the dependent relative is a chronically dependent individual; and ``(iii) such other information as the Commissioner may require to verify the status of the dependent relative; and ``(B) for every qualifying month or period of up to 12 consecutive qualifying months that occurs after the first period of 12 consecutive qualifying months, the individual certifies, in such form and manner as the Commissioner shall require, that the information provided in the individual's application for benefits under this section has not changed.''. (b) Conforming Amendment.--Section 209(k)(1) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 409(k)(1)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``and'' before ``230(b)(2)'' the first time it appears; and (2) by inserting ``and 235(b)(1)(A)(i),'' after ``1977),''. <all>

Social Security Caregiver Credit Act of 2021

A bill to amend title II of the Social Security Act to credit individuals serving as caregivers of dependent relatives with deemed wages for up to five years of such service.

Social Security Caregiver Credit Act of 2021

Sen. Murphy, Christopher

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This bill credits certain individuals who provide at least 80 hours of care per month to dependent relatives without monetary compensation with up to five years of deemed wages (determined by a specified formula) for purposes of determining their Social Security benefit amounts. However, if an individual is otherwise entitled to a larger benefit amount, this provision shall not apply.

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Social Security Caregiver Credit Act of 2021''. 2. FINDINGS AND SENSE OF THE SENATE. (b) Sense of the Senate.--It is the sense of Senate that the United States Congress must address the unfair exclusion of professional and hardworking home care providers who are not eligible to receive Social Security or Medicare because they provide paid care to a family member with a disability under programs operated at the State and local level for general health and welfare protection. SEC. 3. DEEMED WAGES FOR CAREGIVERS OF DEPENDENT RELATIVES. ``(2) The term `dependent relative' means, in connection with an individual-- ``(A) a child, grandchild, niece, or nephew (of such individual or such individual's spouse or domestic partner), or a child to which the individual or the individual's spouse or domestic partner is standing in loco parentis, who is under the age of 12; or ``(B) a child, grandchild, niece, or nephew (of such individual or such individual's spouse or domestic partner), a child to which the individual or the individual's spouse or domestic partner is standing in loco parentis, a parent, grandparent, sibling, aunt, or uncle (of such individual or his or her spouse or domestic partner), or such individual's spouse or domestic partner, if such child, grandchild, niece, nephew, parent, grandparent, sibling, aunt, uncle, spouse, or domestic partner is a chronically dependent individual. ``(3)(A) The term `chronically dependent individual' means an individual who-- ``(i) is dependent on a daily basis on verbal reminding, physical cueing, supervision, or other assistance provided to the individual by another person in the performance of at least two of the activities of daily living (described in subparagraph (B)) or instrumental activities of daily living (described in subparagraph (C)); and ``(ii) without the assistance described in clause (i), could not perform such activities of daily living or instrumental activities of daily living. ``(B) In any case in which there are more than 60 qualifying months for an individual, only the last 60 of such months shall be taken into account for purposes of this section. ``(2) Paragraph (1) shall not be applicable in the case of any monthly benefit or lump-sum death payment if a larger such benefit or payment, as the case may be, would be payable without its application. 409(k)(1)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``and'' before ``230(b)(2)'' the first time it appears; and (2) by inserting ``and 235(b)(1)(A)(i),'' after ``1977),''.

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Social Security Caregiver Credit Act of 2021''. 2. FINDINGS AND SENSE OF THE SENATE. SEC. 3. DEEMED WAGES FOR CAREGIVERS OF DEPENDENT RELATIVES. ``(2) The term `dependent relative' means, in connection with an individual-- ``(A) a child, grandchild, niece, or nephew (of such individual or such individual's spouse or domestic partner), or a child to which the individual or the individual's spouse or domestic partner is standing in loco parentis, who is under the age of 12; or ``(B) a child, grandchild, niece, or nephew (of such individual or such individual's spouse or domestic partner), a child to which the individual or the individual's spouse or domestic partner is standing in loco parentis, a parent, grandparent, sibling, aunt, or uncle (of such individual or his or her spouse or domestic partner), or such individual's spouse or domestic partner, if such child, grandchild, niece, nephew, parent, grandparent, sibling, aunt, uncle, spouse, or domestic partner is a chronically dependent individual. ``(3)(A) The term `chronically dependent individual' means an individual who-- ``(i) is dependent on a daily basis on verbal reminding, physical cueing, supervision, or other assistance provided to the individual by another person in the performance of at least two of the activities of daily living (described in subparagraph (B)) or instrumental activities of daily living (described in subparagraph (C)); and ``(ii) without the assistance described in clause (i), could not perform such activities of daily living or instrumental activities of daily living. ``(B) In any case in which there are more than 60 qualifying months for an individual, only the last 60 of such months shall be taken into account for purposes of this section. ``(2) Paragraph (1) shall not be applicable in the case of any monthly benefit or lump-sum death payment if a larger such benefit or payment, as the case may be, would be payable without its application. 409(k)(1)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``and'' before ``230(b)(2)'' the first time it appears; and (2) by inserting ``and 235(b)(1)(A)(i),'' after ``1977),''.

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Social Security Caregiver Credit Act of 2021''. 2. FINDINGS AND SENSE OF THE SENATE. (b) Sense of the Senate.--It is the sense of Senate that the United States Congress must address the unfair exclusion of professional and hardworking home care providers who are not eligible to receive Social Security or Medicare because they provide paid care to a family member with a disability under programs operated at the State and local level for general health and welfare protection. SEC. 3. DEEMED WAGES FOR CAREGIVERS OF DEPENDENT RELATIVES. ``(2) The term `dependent relative' means, in connection with an individual-- ``(A) a child, grandchild, niece, or nephew (of such individual or such individual's spouse or domestic partner), or a child to which the individual or the individual's spouse or domestic partner is standing in loco parentis, who is under the age of 12; or ``(B) a child, grandchild, niece, or nephew (of such individual or such individual's spouse or domestic partner), a child to which the individual or the individual's spouse or domestic partner is standing in loco parentis, a parent, grandparent, sibling, aunt, or uncle (of such individual or his or her spouse or domestic partner), or such individual's spouse or domestic partner, if such child, grandchild, niece, nephew, parent, grandparent, sibling, aunt, uncle, spouse, or domestic partner is a chronically dependent individual. ``(3)(A) The term `chronically dependent individual' means an individual who-- ``(i) is dependent on a daily basis on verbal reminding, physical cueing, supervision, or other assistance provided to the individual by another person in the performance of at least two of the activities of daily living (described in subparagraph (B)) or instrumental activities of daily living (described in subparagraph (C)); and ``(ii) without the assistance described in clause (i), could not perform such activities of daily living or instrumental activities of daily living. ``(C) The `instrumental activities of daily living' referred to in subparagraph (A) means activities related to living independently in the community, including-- ``(i) meal planning and preparation; ``(ii) managing finances; ``(iii) shopping for food, clothing, or other essential items; ``(iv) performing essential household chores; ``(v) communicating by phone or other form of media; and ``(vi) traveling around and participating in the community. ``(b) Deemed Wages of Caregiver.--(1)(A) For purposes of determining entitlement to and the amount of any monthly benefit for any month after December 2021, or entitlement to and the amount of any lump-sum death payment in the case of a death after such month, payable under this title on the basis of the wages and self-employment income of any individual, and for purposes of section 216(i)(3), such individual shall be deemed to have been paid during each qualifying month (in addition to wages or self-employment income actually paid to or derived by such individual during such month) at an amount per month equal to-- ``(i) in the case of a qualifying month during which no wages or self-employment income were actually paid to or derived by such individual, 50 percent of the national average wage index (as defined in section 209(k)(1)) for the second calendar year preceding the calendar year in which such month occurs; and ``(ii) in the case of any other qualifying month, the excess of the amount determined under clause (i) over \1/2\ of the wages or self-employment income actually paid to or derived by such individual during such month. ``(B) In any case in which there are more than 60 qualifying months for an individual, only the last 60 of such months shall be taken into account for purposes of this section. ``(2) Paragraph (1) shall not be applicable in the case of any monthly benefit or lump-sum death payment if a larger such benefit or payment, as the case may be, would be payable without its application. 409(k)(1)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``and'' before ``230(b)(2)'' the first time it appears; and (2) by inserting ``and 235(b)(1)(A)(i),'' after ``1977),''.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Social Security Caregiver Credit Act of 2021''. 2. FINDINGS AND SENSE OF THE SENATE. (a) Findings.--Congress finds that: (1) Caregiving is an essential element of family life and a vital service for children, the ill, the disabled, and the elderly. (2) The establishment of a caregiver credit would bolster the economic prospects of unpaid caregivers and would provide them with vital retirement security. (3) According to projections of the Office of the Chief Actuary of the Social Security Administration published in November of 2020, the combined Old-Age and Survivors Insurance and Federal Disability Insurance Trust Funds will be able to pay scheduled benefits in full until 2034. (b) Sense of the Senate.--It is the sense of Senate that the United States Congress must address the unfair exclusion of professional and hardworking home care providers who are not eligible to receive Social Security or Medicare because they provide paid care to a family member with a disability under programs operated at the State and local level for general health and welfare protection. SEC. 3. DEEMED WAGES FOR CAREGIVERS OF DEPENDENT RELATIVES. ``(C) For purposes of subparagraph (A), assistance provided to a family caregiver of an eligible veteran under section 1720G of title 38, United States Code, shall not be considered monetary compensation for providing care to such eligible veteran. ``(2) The term `dependent relative' means, in connection with an individual-- ``(A) a child, grandchild, niece, or nephew (of such individual or such individual's spouse or domestic partner), or a child to which the individual or the individual's spouse or domestic partner is standing in loco parentis, who is under the age of 12; or ``(B) a child, grandchild, niece, or nephew (of such individual or such individual's spouse or domestic partner), a child to which the individual or the individual's spouse or domestic partner is standing in loco parentis, a parent, grandparent, sibling, aunt, or uncle (of such individual or his or her spouse or domestic partner), or such individual's spouse or domestic partner, if such child, grandchild, niece, nephew, parent, grandparent, sibling, aunt, uncle, spouse, or domestic partner is a chronically dependent individual. ``(3)(A) The term `chronically dependent individual' means an individual who-- ``(i) is dependent on a daily basis on verbal reminding, physical cueing, supervision, or other assistance provided to the individual by another person in the performance of at least two of the activities of daily living (described in subparagraph (B)) or instrumental activities of daily living (described in subparagraph (C)); and ``(ii) without the assistance described in clause (i), could not perform such activities of daily living or instrumental activities of daily living. ``(C) The `instrumental activities of daily living' referred to in subparagraph (A) means activities related to living independently in the community, including-- ``(i) meal planning and preparation; ``(ii) managing finances; ``(iii) shopping for food, clothing, or other essential items; ``(iv) performing essential household chores; ``(v) communicating by phone or other form of media; and ``(vi) traveling around and participating in the community. ``(b) Deemed Wages of Caregiver.--(1)(A) For purposes of determining entitlement to and the amount of any monthly benefit for any month after December 2021, or entitlement to and the amount of any lump-sum death payment in the case of a death after such month, payable under this title on the basis of the wages and self-employment income of any individual, and for purposes of section 216(i)(3), such individual shall be deemed to have been paid during each qualifying month (in addition to wages or self-employment income actually paid to or derived by such individual during such month) at an amount per month equal to-- ``(i) in the case of a qualifying month during which no wages or self-employment income were actually paid to or derived by such individual, 50 percent of the national average wage index (as defined in section 209(k)(1)) for the second calendar year preceding the calendar year in which such month occurs; and ``(ii) in the case of any other qualifying month, the excess of the amount determined under clause (i) over \1/2\ of the wages or self-employment income actually paid to or derived by such individual during such month. ``(B) In any case in which there are more than 60 qualifying months for an individual, only the last 60 of such months shall be taken into account for purposes of this section. ``(2) Paragraph (1) shall not be applicable in the case of any monthly benefit or lump-sum death payment if a larger such benefit or payment, as the case may be, would be payable without its application. ``(c) Rules and Regulations.-- ``(1) Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this section, the Commissioner of Social Security shall promulgate such regulations as are necessary to carry out this section and to prevent fraud and abuse with respect to the benefits under this section, including regulations establishing procedures for the application and certification requirements described in paragraph (2). (b) Conforming Amendment.--Section 209(k)(1) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 409(k)(1)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``and'' before ``230(b)(2)'' the first time it appears; and (2) by inserting ``and 235(b)(1)(A)(i),'' after ``1977),''.

To amend title II of the Social Security Act to credit individuals serving as caregivers of dependent relatives with deemed wages for up to five years of such service. 2) The establishment of a caregiver credit would bolster the economic prospects of unpaid caregivers and would provide them with vital retirement security. ( (a) In General.--Title II of the Social Security Act is amended by adding after section 234 (42 U.S.C. 434) the following new section: ``deemed wages for caregivers of dependent relatives ``Sec. a) Definitions.--For purposes of this section-- ``(1)(A) Subject to subparagraph (B), the term `qualifying month' means, in connection with an individual, any month during which such individual was engaged for not less than 80 hours in providing care to a dependent relative without monetary compensation. ``(3)(A) The term `chronically dependent individual' means an individual who-- ``(i) is dependent on a daily basis on verbal reminding, physical cueing, supervision, or other assistance provided to the individual by another person in the performance of at least two of the activities of daily living (described in subparagraph (B)) or instrumental activities of daily living (described in subparagraph (C)); and ``(ii) without the assistance described in clause (i), could not perform such activities of daily living or instrumental activities of daily living. ``(B) The `activities of daily living' referred to in subparagraph (A) means basic personal everyday activities, including-- ``(i) eating; ``(ii) bathing; ``(iii) dressing; ``(iv) toileting; and ``(v) transferring in and out of a bed or in and out of a chair. ``(C) The `instrumental activities of daily living' referred to in subparagraph (A) means activities related to living independently in the community, including-- ``(i) meal planning and preparation; ``(ii) managing finances; ``(iii) shopping for food, clothing, or other essential items; ``(iv) performing essential household chores; ``(v) communicating by phone or other form of media; and ``(vi) traveling around and participating in the community. ``(B) In any case in which there are more than 60 qualifying months for an individual, only the last 60 of such months shall be taken into account for purposes of this section. ``(2) Paragraph (1) shall not be applicable in the case of any monthly benefit or lump-sum death payment if a larger such benefit or payment, as the case may be, would be payable without its application. ``(c) Rules and Regulations.-- ``(1) Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this section, the Commissioner of Social Security shall promulgate such regulations as are necessary to carry out this section and to prevent fraud and abuse with respect to the benefits under this section, including regulations establishing procedures for the application and certification requirements described in paragraph (2). b) Conforming Amendment.--Section 209(k)(1) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 409(k)(1)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``and'' before ``230(b)(2)'' the first time it appears; and (2) by inserting ``and 235(b)(1)(A)(i),'' after ``1977),''.

To amend title II of the Social Security Act to credit individuals serving as caregivers of dependent relatives with deemed wages for up to five years of such service. FINDINGS AND SENSE OF THE SENATE. ( a) Definitions.--For purposes of this section-- ``(1)(A) Subject to subparagraph (B), the term `qualifying month' means, in connection with an individual, any month during which such individual was engaged for not less than 80 hours in providing care to a dependent relative without monetary compensation. ``(C) For purposes of subparagraph (A), assistance provided to a family caregiver of an eligible veteran under section 1720G of title 38, United States Code, shall not be considered monetary compensation for providing care to such eligible veteran. ``(C) The `instrumental activities of daily living' referred to in subparagraph (A) means activities related to living independently in the community, including-- ``(i) meal planning and preparation; ``(ii) managing finances; ``(iii) shopping for food, clothing, or other essential items; ``(iv) performing essential household chores; ``(v) communicating by phone or other form of media; and ``(vi) traveling around and participating in the community. ``(B) In any case in which there are more than 60 qualifying months for an individual, only the last 60 of such months shall be taken into account for purposes of this section. ``(2) Paragraph (1) shall not be applicable in the case of any monthly benefit or lump-sum death payment if a larger such benefit or payment, as the case may be, would be payable without its application. b) Conforming Amendment.--Section 209(k)(1) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 409(k)(1)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``and'' before ``230(b)(2)'' the first time it appears; and (2) by inserting ``and 235(b)(1)(A)(i),'' after ``1977),''.

To amend title II of the Social Security Act to credit individuals serving as caregivers of dependent relatives with deemed wages for up to five years of such service. FINDINGS AND SENSE OF THE SENATE. ( a) Definitions.--For purposes of this section-- ``(1)(A) Subject to subparagraph (B), the term `qualifying month' means, in connection with an individual, any month during which such individual was engaged for not less than 80 hours in providing care to a dependent relative without monetary compensation. ``(C) For purposes of subparagraph (A), assistance provided to a family caregiver of an eligible veteran under section 1720G of title 38, United States Code, shall not be considered monetary compensation for providing care to such eligible veteran. ``(C) The `instrumental activities of daily living' referred to in subparagraph (A) means activities related to living independently in the community, including-- ``(i) meal planning and preparation; ``(ii) managing finances; ``(iii) shopping for food, clothing, or other essential items; ``(iv) performing essential household chores; ``(v) communicating by phone or other form of media; and ``(vi) traveling around and participating in the community. ``(B) In any case in which there are more than 60 qualifying months for an individual, only the last 60 of such months shall be taken into account for purposes of this section. ``(2) Paragraph (1) shall not be applicable in the case of any monthly benefit or lump-sum death payment if a larger such benefit or payment, as the case may be, would be payable without its application. b) Conforming Amendment.--Section 209(k)(1) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 409(k)(1)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``and'' before ``230(b)(2)'' the first time it appears; and (2) by inserting ``and 235(b)(1)(A)(i),'' after ``1977),''.

To amend title II of the Social Security Act to credit individuals serving as caregivers of dependent relatives with deemed wages for up to five years of such service. 2) The establishment of a caregiver credit would bolster the economic prospects of unpaid caregivers and would provide them with vital retirement security. ( (a) In General.--Title II of the Social Security Act is amended by adding after section 234 (42 U.S.C. 434) the following new section: ``deemed wages for caregivers of dependent relatives ``Sec. a) Definitions.--For purposes of this section-- ``(1)(A) Subject to subparagraph (B), the term `qualifying month' means, in connection with an individual, any month during which such individual was engaged for not less than 80 hours in providing care to a dependent relative without monetary compensation. ``(3)(A) The term `chronically dependent individual' means an individual who-- ``(i) is dependent on a daily basis on verbal reminding, physical cueing, supervision, or other assistance provided to the individual by another person in the performance of at least two of the activities of daily living (described in subparagraph (B)) or instrumental activities of daily living (described in subparagraph (C)); and ``(ii) without the assistance described in clause (i), could not perform such activities of daily living or instrumental activities of daily living. ``(B) The `activities of daily living' referred to in subparagraph (A) means basic personal everyday activities, including-- ``(i) eating; ``(ii) bathing; ``(iii) dressing; ``(iv) toileting; and ``(v) transferring in and out of a bed or in and out of a chair. ``(C) The `instrumental activities of daily living' referred to in subparagraph (A) means activities related to living independently in the community, including-- ``(i) meal planning and preparation; ``(ii) managing finances; ``(iii) shopping for food, clothing, or other essential items; ``(iv) performing essential household chores; ``(v) communicating by phone or other form of media; and ``(vi) traveling around and participating in the community. ``(B) In any case in which there are more than 60 qualifying months for an individual, only the last 60 of such months shall be taken into account for purposes of this section. ``(2) Paragraph (1) shall not be applicable in the case of any monthly benefit or lump-sum death payment if a larger such benefit or payment, as the case may be, would be payable without its application. ``(c) Rules and Regulations.-- ``(1) Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this section, the Commissioner of Social Security shall promulgate such regulations as are necessary to carry out this section and to prevent fraud and abuse with respect to the benefits under this section, including regulations establishing procedures for the application and certification requirements described in paragraph (2). b) Conforming Amendment.--Section 209(k)(1) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 409(k)(1)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``and'' before ``230(b)(2)'' the first time it appears; and (2) by inserting ``and 235(b)(1)(A)(i),'' after ``1977),''.

To amend title II of the Social Security Act to credit individuals serving as caregivers of dependent relatives with deemed wages for up to five years of such service. FINDINGS AND SENSE OF THE SENATE. ( a) Definitions.--For purposes of this section-- ``(1)(A) Subject to subparagraph (B), the term `qualifying month' means, in connection with an individual, any month during which such individual was engaged for not less than 80 hours in providing care to a dependent relative without monetary compensation. ``(C) For purposes of subparagraph (A), assistance provided to a family caregiver of an eligible veteran under section 1720G of title 38, United States Code, shall not be considered monetary compensation for providing care to such eligible veteran. ``(C) The `instrumental activities of daily living' referred to in subparagraph (A) means activities related to living independently in the community, including-- ``(i) meal planning and preparation; ``(ii) managing finances; ``(iii) shopping for food, clothing, or other essential items; ``(iv) performing essential household chores; ``(v) communicating by phone or other form of media; and ``(vi) traveling around and participating in the community. ``(B) In any case in which there are more than 60 qualifying months for an individual, only the last 60 of such months shall be taken into account for purposes of this section. ``(2) Paragraph (1) shall not be applicable in the case of any monthly benefit or lump-sum death payment if a larger such benefit or payment, as the case may be, would be payable without its application. b) Conforming Amendment.--Section 209(k)(1) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 409(k)(1)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``and'' before ``230(b)(2)'' the first time it appears; and (2) by inserting ``and 235(b)(1)(A)(i),'' after ``1977),''.

To amend title II of the Social Security Act to credit individuals serving as caregivers of dependent relatives with deemed wages for up to five years of such service. 2) The establishment of a caregiver credit would bolster the economic prospects of unpaid caregivers and would provide them with vital retirement security. ( (a) In General.--Title II of the Social Security Act is amended by adding after section 234 (42 U.S.C. 434) the following new section: ``deemed wages for caregivers of dependent relatives ``Sec. a) Definitions.--For purposes of this section-- ``(1)(A) Subject to subparagraph (B), the term `qualifying month' means, in connection with an individual, any month during which such individual was engaged for not less than 80 hours in providing care to a dependent relative without monetary compensation. ``(3)(A) The term `chronically dependent individual' means an individual who-- ``(i) is dependent on a daily basis on verbal reminding, physical cueing, supervision, or other assistance provided to the individual by another person in the performance of at least two of the activities of daily living (described in subparagraph (B)) or instrumental activities of daily living (described in subparagraph (C)); and ``(ii) without the assistance described in clause (i), could not perform such activities of daily living or instrumental activities of daily living. ``(B) The `activities of daily living' referred to in subparagraph (A) means basic personal everyday activities, including-- ``(i) eating; ``(ii) bathing; ``(iii) dressing; ``(iv) toileting; and ``(v) transferring in and out of a bed or in and out of a chair. ``(C) The `instrumental activities of daily living' referred to in subparagraph (A) means activities related to living independently in the community, including-- ``(i) meal planning and preparation; ``(ii) managing finances; ``(iii) shopping for food, clothing, or other essential items; ``(iv) performing essential household chores; ``(v) communicating by phone or other form of media; and ``(vi) traveling around and participating in the community. ``(B) In any case in which there are more than 60 qualifying months for an individual, only the last 60 of such months shall be taken into account for purposes of this section. ``(2) Paragraph (1) shall not be applicable in the case of any monthly benefit or lump-sum death payment if a larger such benefit or payment, as the case may be, would be payable without its application. ``(c) Rules and Regulations.-- ``(1) Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this section, the Commissioner of Social Security shall promulgate such regulations as are necessary to carry out this section and to prevent fraud and abuse with respect to the benefits under this section, including regulations establishing procedures for the application and certification requirements described in paragraph (2). b) Conforming Amendment.--Section 209(k)(1) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 409(k)(1)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``and'' before ``230(b)(2)'' the first time it appears; and (2) by inserting ``and 235(b)(1)(A)(i),'' after ``1977),''.

To amend title II of the Social Security Act to credit individuals serving as caregivers of dependent relatives with deemed wages for up to five years of such service. FINDINGS AND SENSE OF THE SENATE. ( a) Definitions.--For purposes of this section-- ``(1)(A) Subject to subparagraph (B), the term `qualifying month' means, in connection with an individual, any month during which such individual was engaged for not less than 80 hours in providing care to a dependent relative without monetary compensation. ``(C) For purposes of subparagraph (A), assistance provided to a family caregiver of an eligible veteran under section 1720G of title 38, United States Code, shall not be considered monetary compensation for providing care to such eligible veteran. ``(C) The `instrumental activities of daily living' referred to in subparagraph (A) means activities related to living independently in the community, including-- ``(i) meal planning and preparation; ``(ii) managing finances; ``(iii) shopping for food, clothing, or other essential items; ``(iv) performing essential household chores; ``(v) communicating by phone or other form of media; and ``(vi) traveling around and participating in the community. ``(B) In any case in which there are more than 60 qualifying months for an individual, only the last 60 of such months shall be taken into account for purposes of this section. ``(2) Paragraph (1) shall not be applicable in the case of any monthly benefit or lump-sum death payment if a larger such benefit or payment, as the case may be, would be payable without its application. b) Conforming Amendment.--Section 209(k)(1) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 409(k)(1)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``and'' before ``230(b)(2)'' the first time it appears; and (2) by inserting ``and 235(b)(1)(A)(i),'' after ``1977),''.

To amend title II of the Social Security Act to credit individuals serving as caregivers of dependent relatives with deemed wages for up to five years of such service. 2) The establishment of a caregiver credit would bolster the economic prospects of unpaid caregivers and would provide them with vital retirement security. ( (a) In General.--Title II of the Social Security Act is amended by adding after section 234 (42 U.S.C. 434) the following new section: ``deemed wages for caregivers of dependent relatives ``Sec. a) Definitions.--For purposes of this section-- ``(1)(A) Subject to subparagraph (B), the term `qualifying month' means, in connection with an individual, any month during which such individual was engaged for not less than 80 hours in providing care to a dependent relative without monetary compensation. ``(3)(A) The term `chronically dependent individual' means an individual who-- ``(i) is dependent on a daily basis on verbal reminding, physical cueing, supervision, or other assistance provided to the individual by another person in the performance of at least two of the activities of daily living (described in subparagraph (B)) or instrumental activities of daily living (described in subparagraph (C)); and ``(ii) without the assistance described in clause (i), could not perform such activities of daily living or instrumental activities of daily living. ``(B) The `activities of daily living' referred to in subparagraph (A) means basic personal everyday activities, including-- ``(i) eating; ``(ii) bathing; ``(iii) dressing; ``(iv) toileting; and ``(v) transferring in and out of a bed or in and out of a chair. ``(C) The `instrumental activities of daily living' referred to in subparagraph (A) means activities related to living independently in the community, including-- ``(i) meal planning and preparation; ``(ii) managing finances; ``(iii) shopping for food, clothing, or other essential items; ``(iv) performing essential household chores; ``(v) communicating by phone or other form of media; and ``(vi) traveling around and participating in the community. ``(B) In any case in which there are more than 60 qualifying months for an individual, only the last 60 of such months shall be taken into account for purposes of this section. ``(2) Paragraph (1) shall not be applicable in the case of any monthly benefit or lump-sum death payment if a larger such benefit or payment, as the case may be, would be payable without its application. ``(c) Rules and Regulations.-- ``(1) Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this section, the Commissioner of Social Security shall promulgate such regulations as are necessary to carry out this section and to prevent fraud and abuse with respect to the benefits under this section, including regulations establishing procedures for the application and certification requirements described in paragraph (2). b) Conforming Amendment.--Section 209(k)(1) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 409(k)(1)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``and'' before ``230(b)(2)'' the first time it appears; and (2) by inserting ``and 235(b)(1)(A)(i),'' after ``1977),''.

To amend title II of the Social Security Act to credit individuals serving as caregivers of dependent relatives with deemed wages for up to five years of such service. FINDINGS AND SENSE OF THE SENATE. ( a) Definitions.--For purposes of this section-- ``(1)(A) Subject to subparagraph (B), the term `qualifying month' means, in connection with an individual, any month during which such individual was engaged for not less than 80 hours in providing care to a dependent relative without monetary compensation. ``(C) For purposes of subparagraph (A), assistance provided to a family caregiver of an eligible veteran under section 1720G of title 38, United States Code, shall not be considered monetary compensation for providing care to such eligible veteran. ``(C) The `instrumental activities of daily living' referred to in subparagraph (A) means activities related to living independently in the community, including-- ``(i) meal planning and preparation; ``(ii) managing finances; ``(iii) shopping for food, clothing, or other essential items; ``(iv) performing essential household chores; ``(v) communicating by phone or other form of media; and ``(vi) traveling around and participating in the community. ``(B) In any case in which there are more than 60 qualifying months for an individual, only the last 60 of such months shall be taken into account for purposes of this section. ``(2) Paragraph (1) shall not be applicable in the case of any monthly benefit or lump-sum death payment if a larger such benefit or payment, as the case may be, would be payable without its application. b) Conforming Amendment.--Section 209(k)(1) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 409(k)(1)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``and'' before ``230(b)(2)'' the first time it appears; and (2) by inserting ``and 235(b)(1)(A)(i),'' after ``1977),''.

To amend title II of the Social Security Act to credit individuals serving as caregivers of dependent relatives with deemed wages for up to five years of such service. a) Definitions.--For purposes of this section-- ``(1)(A) Subject to subparagraph (B), the term `qualifying month' means, in connection with an individual, any month during which such individual was engaged for not less than 80 hours in providing care to a dependent relative without monetary compensation. ``(B) The `activities of daily living' referred to in subparagraph (A) means basic personal everyday activities, including-- ``(i) eating; ``(ii) bathing; ``(iii) dressing; ``(iv) toileting; and ``(v) transferring in and out of a bed or in and out of a chair. ``(c) Rules and Regulations.-- ``(1) Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this section, the Commissioner of Social Security shall promulgate such regulations as are necessary to carry out this section and to prevent fraud and abuse with respect to the benefits under this section, including regulations establishing procedures for the application and certification requirements described in paragraph (2). b) Conforming Amendment.--Section 209(k)(1) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 409(k)(1)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``and'' before ``230(b)(2)'' the first time it appears; and (2) by inserting ``and 235(b)(1)(A)(i),'' after ``1977),''.

H.R.7488

Education

Freedom of Association in Higher Education Act of 2022 This bill addresses freedom of association protections for college students in single-sex social organizations. Specifically, the bill gives students (or groups of students) enrolled at institutions of higher education (IHEs) the right to form or join social organizations, including single-sex social organizations. Additionally, the bill prohibits IHEs that participate in federal student-aid programs from

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for certain freedom of association protections, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Freedom of Association in Higher Education Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. PURPOSES. (a) Purposes.--The purposes of this Act are as follows: (1) Protect any student in a single-sex social organization or any single-sex social organization from any adverse action by an institution of higher education based solely on the membership practice of such organization of limiting membership only to individuals of one sex. (2) Ensure any student in a single-sex social organization or any single-sex social organization is treated without bias in comparison to students at an institution of higher education who do not participate in single-sex social organizations, or other social organizations at an institution of higher education that are not single-sex. (3) Protect the rights of students to freely associate with and participate in social organizations, including single-sex social organizations. SEC. 3. FREEDOM OF ASSOCIATION PROTECTIONS FOR STUDENTS IN SOCIAL ORGANIZATIONS. Part B of title I of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1011 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 124. FREEDOM OF ASSOCIATION PROTECTIONS FOR STUDENTS IN SOCIAL ORGANIZATIONS. ``(a) Upholding Freedom of Association Protections.--Any student (or group of students) enrolled in an institution of higher education shall-- ``(1) be able to form or apply to join any recognized or unrecognized social organization, including any single-sex social organization; and ``(2) if selected for membership by any social organization, be able to join such social organization and participate in such social organization. ``(b) Non-Retaliation Against Students of Single-Sex Social Organizations.--An institution of higher education that receives funds under this Act, including through an institution's participation in any program under title IV, shall not-- ``(1) take any action to require or coerce a student or prospective student who is a member or prospective member of a single-sex social organization to waive the protections provided under subsection (a), including as a condition of enrolling in the institution; ``(2) take any adverse action against a single-sex social organization, or a student who is a member or a prospective member of a single-sex social organization, based solely on the membership practice of such organization limiting membership only to individuals of one sex; or ``(3) impose a recruitment restriction (including a recruitment restriction relating to the schedule for membership recruitment) on a single-sex social organization recognized by the institution, which is not imposed upon other student organizations by the institution, unless the organization (or a council of similar organizations) and the institution have entered into a mutually agreed-upon written agreement that allows the institution to impose such restriction. ``(c) Rules of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall-- ``(1) require an institution of higher education to officially recognize a social organization, including a single- sex social organization; ``(2) prohibit an institution of higher education from taking an adverse action against a student who joins a social organization, including a single-sex social organization, for a reason including academic misconduct or nonacademic misconduct, or because the organization's purpose poses a clear harm to students or employees of the institution, so long as that adverse action is not based solely on the membership practice of the organization of limiting membership only to individuals of one sex; ``(3) prevent a social organization from regulating its own membership; ``(4) inhibit the ability of the faculty of an institution of higher education to express an opinion (either individually or collectively) about membership in a single-sex social organization, or otherwise inhibit the academic freedom of such faculty to research, write, or publish material about membership in such an organization; or ``(5) create enforceable rights against a social organization or against an institution of higher education due to the decision of such social organization to deny membership to an individual student. ``(d) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Adverse action.--The term `adverse action' includes the following actions taken by an institution of higher education with respect to a single-sex social organization or a member or prospective member of a single-sex social organization: ``(A) Expulsion, suspension, probation, censure, condemnation, formal reprimand, or any other disciplinary action, coercive action, or sanction taken by an institution of higher education or administrative unit of such institution. ``(B) An oral or written warning with respect to an action described in subparagraph (A) made by an official of an institution of higher education acting in their official capacity. ``(C) An action to deny participation in any education program or activity, including the withholding of any rights, privileges, or opportunities afforded other students on campus. ``(D) An action to withhold, in whole or in part, any financial assistance (including scholarships and on-campus employment), or denying the opportunity to apply for financial assistance, a scholarship, a graduate fellowship, or on-campus employment. ``(E) An action to deny or restrict access to on- campus housing. ``(F) An act to deny any certification, endorsement, or letter of recommendation that may be required by a student's current or future employer, a government agency, a licensing board, an institution of higher education, a scholarship program, or a graduate fellowship to which the student applies or seeks to apply. ``(G) An action to deny participation in any sports team, club, or other student organization, including a denial of any leadership position in any sports team, club, or other student organization. ``(H) An action to withdraw the institution's official recognition of such organization. ``(I) An action to require any student to certify that such student is not a member of a single-sex social organization or to disclose the student's membership in a single-sex social organization. ``(J) An action to interject an institution's own criteria into the membership practices of the organization in any manner that conflicts with the rights of such organization under title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. 1681 et seq.) or this section. ``(2) Single-sex social organization.--The term `single-sex social organization' means-- ``(A) a social fraternity or sorority described in section 501(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 which is exempt from taxation under section 501(a) of such Code, or an organization that has been historically single-sex, the active membership of which consists primarily of students or alumni of an institution of higher education; or ``(B) a single-sex private social club (including an independent organization located off-campus) that consists primarily of students or alumni of an institution of higher education.''. <all>

Freedom of Association in Higher Education Act of 2022

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for certain freedom of association protections, and for other purposes.

Freedom of Association in Higher Education Act of 2022

Rep. Stefanik, Elise M.

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This bill addresses freedom of association protections for college students in single-sex social organizations. Specifically, the bill gives students (or groups of students) enrolled at institutions of higher education (IHEs) the right to form or join social organizations, including single-sex social organizations. Additionally, the bill prohibits IHEs that participate in federal student-aid programs from

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Freedom of Association in Higher Education Act of 2022''. PURPOSES. (a) Purposes.--The purposes of this Act are as follows: (1) Protect any student in a single-sex social organization or any single-sex social organization from any adverse action by an institution of higher education based solely on the membership practice of such organization of limiting membership only to individuals of one sex. (2) Ensure any student in a single-sex social organization or any single-sex social organization is treated without bias in comparison to students at an institution of higher education who do not participate in single-sex social organizations, or other social organizations at an institution of higher education that are not single-sex. SEC. 3. 1011 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 124. ``(b) Non-Retaliation Against Students of Single-Sex Social Organizations.--An institution of higher education that receives funds under this Act, including through an institution's participation in any program under title IV, shall not-- ``(1) take any action to require or coerce a student or prospective student who is a member or prospective member of a single-sex social organization to waive the protections provided under subsection (a), including as a condition of enrolling in the institution; ``(2) take any adverse action against a single-sex social organization, or a student who is a member or a prospective member of a single-sex social organization, based solely on the membership practice of such organization limiting membership only to individuals of one sex; or ``(3) impose a recruitment restriction (including a recruitment restriction relating to the schedule for membership recruitment) on a single-sex social organization recognized by the institution, which is not imposed upon other student organizations by the institution, unless the organization (or a council of similar organizations) and the institution have entered into a mutually agreed-upon written agreement that allows the institution to impose such restriction. ``(B) An oral or written warning with respect to an action described in subparagraph (A) made by an official of an institution of higher education acting in their official capacity. ``(C) An action to deny participation in any education program or activity, including the withholding of any rights, privileges, or opportunities afforded other students on campus. ``(D) An action to withhold, in whole or in part, any financial assistance (including scholarships and on-campus employment), or denying the opportunity to apply for financial assistance, a scholarship, a graduate fellowship, or on-campus employment. ``(E) An action to deny or restrict access to on- campus housing. ``(G) An action to deny participation in any sports team, club, or other student organization, including a denial of any leadership position in any sports team, club, or other student organization. or this section.

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Freedom of Association in Higher Education Act of 2022''. PURPOSES. (a) Purposes.--The purposes of this Act are as follows: (1) Protect any student in a single-sex social organization or any single-sex social organization from any adverse action by an institution of higher education based solely on the membership practice of such organization of limiting membership only to individuals of one sex. (2) Ensure any student in a single-sex social organization or any single-sex social organization is treated without bias in comparison to students at an institution of higher education who do not participate in single-sex social organizations, or other social organizations at an institution of higher education that are not single-sex. SEC. 3. 1011 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 124. ``(B) An oral or written warning with respect to an action described in subparagraph (A) made by an official of an institution of higher education acting in their official capacity. ``(C) An action to deny participation in any education program or activity, including the withholding of any rights, privileges, or opportunities afforded other students on campus. ``(D) An action to withhold, in whole or in part, any financial assistance (including scholarships and on-campus employment), or denying the opportunity to apply for financial assistance, a scholarship, a graduate fellowship, or on-campus employment. ``(E) An action to deny or restrict access to on- campus housing. ``(G) An action to deny participation in any sports team, club, or other student organization, including a denial of any leadership position in any sports team, club, or other student organization. or 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 ``Freedom of Association in Higher Education Act of 2022''. PURPOSES. (a) Purposes.--The purposes of this Act are as follows: (1) Protect any student in a single-sex social organization or any single-sex social organization from any adverse action by an institution of higher education based solely on the membership practice of such organization of limiting membership only to individuals of one sex. (2) Ensure any student in a single-sex social organization or any single-sex social organization is treated without bias in comparison to students at an institution of higher education who do not participate in single-sex social organizations, or other social organizations at an institution of higher education that are not single-sex. SEC. 3. Part B of title I of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1011 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 124. ``(b) Non-Retaliation Against Students of Single-Sex Social Organizations.--An institution of higher education that receives funds under this Act, including through an institution's participation in any program under title IV, shall not-- ``(1) take any action to require or coerce a student or prospective student who is a member or prospective member of a single-sex social organization to waive the protections provided under subsection (a), including as a condition of enrolling in the institution; ``(2) take any adverse action against a single-sex social organization, or a student who is a member or a prospective member of a single-sex social organization, based solely on the membership practice of such organization limiting membership only to individuals of one sex; or ``(3) impose a recruitment restriction (including a recruitment restriction relating to the schedule for membership recruitment) on a single-sex social organization recognized by the institution, which is not imposed upon other student organizations by the institution, unless the organization (or a council of similar organizations) and the institution have entered into a mutually agreed-upon written agreement that allows the institution to impose such restriction. ``(B) An oral or written warning with respect to an action described in subparagraph (A) made by an official of an institution of higher education acting in their official capacity. ``(C) An action to deny participation in any education program or activity, including the withholding of any rights, privileges, or opportunities afforded other students on campus. ``(D) An action to withhold, in whole or in part, any financial assistance (including scholarships and on-campus employment), or denying the opportunity to apply for financial assistance, a scholarship, a graduate fellowship, or on-campus employment. ``(E) An action to deny or restrict access to on- campus housing. ``(F) An act to deny any certification, endorsement, or letter of recommendation that may be required by a student's current or future employer, a government agency, a licensing board, an institution of higher education, a scholarship program, or a graduate fellowship to which the student applies or seeks to apply. ``(G) An action to deny participation in any sports team, club, or other student organization, including a denial of any leadership position in any sports team, club, or other student organization. or this section. ``(2) Single-sex social organization.--The term `single-sex social organization' means-- ``(A) a social fraternity or sorority described in section 501(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 which is exempt from taxation under section 501(a) of such Code, or an organization that has been historically single-sex, the active membership of which consists primarily of students or alumni of an institution of higher education; or ``(B) a single-sex private social club (including an independent organization located off-campus) that consists primarily of students or alumni of an institution of higher education.''.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Freedom of Association in Higher Education Act of 2022''. PURPOSES. (a) Purposes.--The purposes of this Act are as follows: (1) Protect any student in a single-sex social organization or any single-sex social organization from any adverse action by an institution of higher education based solely on the membership practice of such organization of limiting membership only to individuals of one sex. (2) Ensure any student in a single-sex social organization or any single-sex social organization is treated without bias in comparison to students at an institution of higher education who do not participate in single-sex social organizations, or other social organizations at an institution of higher education that are not single-sex. SEC. 3. Part B of title I of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1011 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 124. ``(b) Non-Retaliation Against Students of Single-Sex Social Organizations.--An institution of higher education that receives funds under this Act, including through an institution's participation in any program under title IV, shall not-- ``(1) take any action to require or coerce a student or prospective student who is a member or prospective member of a single-sex social organization to waive the protections provided under subsection (a), including as a condition of enrolling in the institution; ``(2) take any adverse action against a single-sex social organization, or a student who is a member or a prospective member of a single-sex social organization, based solely on the membership practice of such organization limiting membership only to individuals of one sex; or ``(3) impose a recruitment restriction (including a recruitment restriction relating to the schedule for membership recruitment) on a single-sex social organization recognized by the institution, which is not imposed upon other student organizations by the institution, unless the organization (or a council of similar organizations) and the institution have entered into a mutually agreed-upon written agreement that allows the institution to impose such restriction. ``(c) Rules of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall-- ``(1) require an institution of higher education to officially recognize a social organization, including a single- sex social organization; ``(2) prohibit an institution of higher education from taking an adverse action against a student who joins a social organization, including a single-sex social organization, for a reason including academic misconduct or nonacademic misconduct, or because the organization's purpose poses a clear harm to students or employees of the institution, so long as that adverse action is not based solely on the membership practice of the organization of limiting membership only to individuals of one sex; ``(3) prevent a social organization from regulating its own membership; ``(4) inhibit the ability of the faculty of an institution of higher education to express an opinion (either individually or collectively) about membership in a single-sex social organization, or otherwise inhibit the academic freedom of such faculty to research, write, or publish material about membership in such an organization; or ``(5) create enforceable rights against a social organization or against an institution of higher education due to the decision of such social organization to deny membership to an individual student. ``(d) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Adverse action.--The term `adverse action' includes the following actions taken by an institution of higher education with respect to a single-sex social organization or a member or prospective member of a single-sex social organization: ``(A) Expulsion, suspension, probation, censure, condemnation, formal reprimand, or any other disciplinary action, coercive action, or sanction taken by an institution of higher education or administrative unit of such institution. ``(B) An oral or written warning with respect to an action described in subparagraph (A) made by an official of an institution of higher education acting in their official capacity. ``(C) An action to deny participation in any education program or activity, including the withholding of any rights, privileges, or opportunities afforded other students on campus. ``(D) An action to withhold, in whole or in part, any financial assistance (including scholarships and on-campus employment), or denying the opportunity to apply for financial assistance, a scholarship, a graduate fellowship, or on-campus employment. ``(E) An action to deny or restrict access to on- campus housing. ``(F) An act to deny any certification, endorsement, or letter of recommendation that may be required by a student's current or future employer, a government agency, a licensing board, an institution of higher education, a scholarship program, or a graduate fellowship to which the student applies or seeks to apply. ``(G) An action to deny participation in any sports team, club, or other student organization, including a denial of any leadership position in any sports team, club, or other student organization. ``(H) An action to withdraw the institution's official recognition of such organization. ``(J) An action to interject an institution's own criteria into the membership practices of the organization in any manner that conflicts with the rights of such organization under title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. 1681 et seq.) or this section. ``(2) Single-sex social organization.--The term `single-sex social organization' means-- ``(A) a social fraternity or sorority described in section 501(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 which is exempt from taxation under section 501(a) of such Code, or an organization that has been historically single-sex, the active membership of which consists primarily of students or alumni of an institution of higher education; or ``(B) a single-sex private social club (including an independent organization located off-campus) that consists primarily of students or alumni of an institution of higher education.''.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for certain freedom of association protections, and for other purposes. 2) Ensure any student in a single-sex social organization or any single-sex social organization is treated without bias in comparison to students at an institution of higher education who do not participate in single-sex social organizations, or other social organizations at an institution of higher education that are not single-sex. ( ``(a) Upholding Freedom of Association Protections.--Any student (or group of students) enrolled in an institution of higher education shall-- ``(1) be able to form or apply to join any recognized or unrecognized social organization, including any single-sex social organization; and ``(2) if selected for membership by any social organization, be able to join such social organization and participate in such social organization. ``(d) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Adverse action.--The term `adverse action' includes the following actions taken by an institution of higher education with respect to a single-sex social organization or a member or prospective member of a single-sex social organization: ``(A) Expulsion, suspension, probation, censure, condemnation, formal reprimand, or any other disciplinary action, coercive action, or sanction taken by an institution of higher education or administrative unit of such institution. ``(F) An act to deny any certification, endorsement, or letter of recommendation that may be required by a student's current or future employer, a government agency, a licensing board, an institution of higher education, a scholarship program, or a graduate fellowship to which the student applies or seeks to apply. ``(G) An action to deny participation in any sports team, club, or other student organization, including a denial of any leadership position in any sports team, club, or other student organization. ``(I) An action to require any student to certify that such student is not a member of a single-sex social organization or to disclose the student's membership in a single-sex social organization.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for certain freedom of association protections, and for other purposes. FREEDOM OF ASSOCIATION PROTECTIONS FOR STUDENTS IN SOCIAL ORGANIZATIONS. ``(a) Upholding Freedom of Association Protections.--Any student (or group of students) enrolled in an institution of higher education shall-- ``(1) be able to form or apply to join any recognized or unrecognized social organization, including any single-sex social organization; and ``(2) if selected for membership by any social organization, be able to join such social organization and participate in such social organization. ``(d) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Adverse action.--The term `adverse action' includes the following actions taken by an institution of higher education with respect to a single-sex social organization or a member or prospective member of a single-sex social organization: ``(A) Expulsion, suspension, probation, censure, condemnation, formal reprimand, or any other disciplinary action, coercive action, or sanction taken by an institution of higher education or administrative unit of such institution. ``(B) An oral or written warning with respect to an action described in subparagraph (A) made by an official of an institution of higher education acting in their official capacity. ``(F) An act to deny any certification, endorsement, or letter of recommendation that may be required by a student's current or future employer, a government agency, a licensing board, an institution of higher education, a scholarship program, or a graduate fellowship to which the student applies or seeks to apply. ``(I) An action to require any student to certify that such student is not a member of a single-sex social organization or to disclose the student's membership in a single-sex social organization.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for certain freedom of association protections, and for other purposes. FREEDOM OF ASSOCIATION PROTECTIONS FOR STUDENTS IN SOCIAL ORGANIZATIONS. ``(a) Upholding Freedom of Association Protections.--Any student (or group of students) enrolled in an institution of higher education shall-- ``(1) be able to form or apply to join any recognized or unrecognized social organization, including any single-sex social organization; and ``(2) if selected for membership by any social organization, be able to join such social organization and participate in such social organization. ``(d) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Adverse action.--The term `adverse action' includes the following actions taken by an institution of higher education with respect to a single-sex social organization or a member or prospective member of a single-sex social organization: ``(A) Expulsion, suspension, probation, censure, condemnation, formal reprimand, or any other disciplinary action, coercive action, or sanction taken by an institution of higher education or administrative unit of such institution. ``(B) An oral or written warning with respect to an action described in subparagraph (A) made by an official of an institution of higher education acting in their official capacity. ``(F) An act to deny any certification, endorsement, or letter of recommendation that may be required by a student's current or future employer, a government agency, a licensing board, an institution of higher education, a scholarship program, or a graduate fellowship to which the student applies or seeks to apply. ``(I) An action to require any student to certify that such student is not a member of a single-sex social organization or to disclose the student's membership in a single-sex social organization.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for certain freedom of association protections, and for other purposes. 2) Ensure any student in a single-sex social organization or any single-sex social organization is treated without bias in comparison to students at an institution of higher education who do not participate in single-sex social organizations, or other social organizations at an institution of higher education that are not single-sex. ( ``(a) Upholding Freedom of Association Protections.--Any student (or group of students) enrolled in an institution of higher education shall-- ``(1) be able to form or apply to join any recognized or unrecognized social organization, including any single-sex social organization; and ``(2) if selected for membership by any social organization, be able to join such social organization and participate in such social organization. ``(d) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Adverse action.--The term `adverse action' includes the following actions taken by an institution of higher education with respect to a single-sex social organization or a member or prospective member of a single-sex social organization: ``(A) Expulsion, suspension, probation, censure, condemnation, formal reprimand, or any other disciplinary action, coercive action, or sanction taken by an institution of higher education or administrative unit of such institution. ``(F) An act to deny any certification, endorsement, or letter of recommendation that may be required by a student's current or future employer, a government agency, a licensing board, an institution of higher education, a scholarship program, or a graduate fellowship to which the student applies or seeks to apply. ``(G) An action to deny participation in any sports team, club, or other student organization, including a denial of any leadership position in any sports team, club, or other student organization. ``(I) An action to require any student to certify that such student is not a member of a single-sex social organization or to disclose the student's membership in a single-sex social organization.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for certain freedom of association protections, and for other purposes. FREEDOM OF ASSOCIATION PROTECTIONS FOR STUDENTS IN SOCIAL ORGANIZATIONS. ``(a) Upholding Freedom of Association Protections.--Any student (or group of students) enrolled in an institution of higher education shall-- ``(1) be able to form or apply to join any recognized or unrecognized social organization, including any single-sex social organization; and ``(2) if selected for membership by any social organization, be able to join such social organization and participate in such social organization. ``(d) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Adverse action.--The term `adverse action' includes the following actions taken by an institution of higher education with respect to a single-sex social organization or a member or prospective member of a single-sex social organization: ``(A) Expulsion, suspension, probation, censure, condemnation, formal reprimand, or any other disciplinary action, coercive action, or sanction taken by an institution of higher education or administrative unit of such institution. ``(B) An oral or written warning with respect to an action described in subparagraph (A) made by an official of an institution of higher education acting in their official capacity. ``(F) An act to deny any certification, endorsement, or letter of recommendation that may be required by a student's current or future employer, a government agency, a licensing board, an institution of higher education, a scholarship program, or a graduate fellowship to which the student applies or seeks to apply. ``(I) An action to require any student to certify that such student is not a member of a single-sex social organization or to disclose the student's membership in a single-sex social organization.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for certain freedom of association protections, and for other purposes. 2) Ensure any student in a single-sex social organization or any single-sex social organization is treated without bias in comparison to students at an institution of higher education who do not participate in single-sex social organizations, or other social organizations at an institution of higher education that are not single-sex. ( ``(a) Upholding Freedom of Association Protections.--Any student (or group of students) enrolled in an institution of higher education shall-- ``(1) be able to form or apply to join any recognized or unrecognized social organization, including any single-sex social organization; and ``(2) if selected for membership by any social organization, be able to join such social organization and participate in such social organization. ``(d) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Adverse action.--The term `adverse action' includes the following actions taken by an institution of higher education with respect to a single-sex social organization or a member or prospective member of a single-sex social organization: ``(A) Expulsion, suspension, probation, censure, condemnation, formal reprimand, or any other disciplinary action, coercive action, or sanction taken by an institution of higher education or administrative unit of such institution. ``(F) An act to deny any certification, endorsement, or letter of recommendation that may be required by a student's current or future employer, a government agency, a licensing board, an institution of higher education, a scholarship program, or a graduate fellowship to which the student applies or seeks to apply. ``(G) An action to deny participation in any sports team, club, or other student organization, including a denial of any leadership position in any sports team, club, or other student organization. ``(I) An action to require any student to certify that such student is not a member of a single-sex social organization or to disclose the student's membership in a single-sex social organization.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for certain freedom of association protections, and for other purposes. FREEDOM OF ASSOCIATION PROTECTIONS FOR STUDENTS IN SOCIAL ORGANIZATIONS. ``(a) Upholding Freedom of Association Protections.--Any student (or group of students) enrolled in an institution of higher education shall-- ``(1) be able to form or apply to join any recognized or unrecognized social organization, including any single-sex social organization; and ``(2) if selected for membership by any social organization, be able to join such social organization and participate in such social organization. ``(d) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Adverse action.--The term `adverse action' includes the following actions taken by an institution of higher education with respect to a single-sex social organization or a member or prospective member of a single-sex social organization: ``(A) Expulsion, suspension, probation, censure, condemnation, formal reprimand, or any other disciplinary action, coercive action, or sanction taken by an institution of higher education or administrative unit of such institution. ``(B) An oral or written warning with respect to an action described in subparagraph (A) made by an official of an institution of higher education acting in their official capacity. ``(F) An act to deny any certification, endorsement, or letter of recommendation that may be required by a student's current or future employer, a government agency, a licensing board, an institution of higher education, a scholarship program, or a graduate fellowship to which the student applies or seeks to apply. ``(I) An action to require any student to certify that such student is not a member of a single-sex social organization or to disclose the student's membership in a single-sex social organization.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for certain freedom of association protections, and for other purposes. 2) Ensure any student in a single-sex social organization or any single-sex social organization is treated without bias in comparison to students at an institution of higher education who do not participate in single-sex social organizations, or other social organizations at an institution of higher education that are not single-sex. ( ``(a) Upholding Freedom of Association Protections.--Any student (or group of students) enrolled in an institution of higher education shall-- ``(1) be able to form or apply to join any recognized or unrecognized social organization, including any single-sex social organization; and ``(2) if selected for membership by any social organization, be able to join such social organization and participate in such social organization. ``(d) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Adverse action.--The term `adverse action' includes the following actions taken by an institution of higher education with respect to a single-sex social organization or a member or prospective member of a single-sex social organization: ``(A) Expulsion, suspension, probation, censure, condemnation, formal reprimand, or any other disciplinary action, coercive action, or sanction taken by an institution of higher education or administrative unit of such institution. ``(F) An act to deny any certification, endorsement, or letter of recommendation that may be required by a student's current or future employer, a government agency, a licensing board, an institution of higher education, a scholarship program, or a graduate fellowship to which the student applies or seeks to apply. ``(G) An action to deny participation in any sports team, club, or other student organization, including a denial of any leadership position in any sports team, club, or other student organization. ``(I) An action to require any student to certify that such student is not a member of a single-sex social organization or to disclose the student's membership in a single-sex social organization.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for certain freedom of association protections, and for other purposes. FREEDOM OF ASSOCIATION PROTECTIONS FOR STUDENTS IN SOCIAL ORGANIZATIONS. ``(a) Upholding Freedom of Association Protections.--Any student (or group of students) enrolled in an institution of higher education shall-- ``(1) be able to form or apply to join any recognized or unrecognized social organization, including any single-sex social organization; and ``(2) if selected for membership by any social organization, be able to join such social organization and participate in such social organization. ``(d) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Adverse action.--The term `adverse action' includes the following actions taken by an institution of higher education with respect to a single-sex social organization or a member or prospective member of a single-sex social organization: ``(A) Expulsion, suspension, probation, censure, condemnation, formal reprimand, or any other disciplinary action, coercive action, or sanction taken by an institution of higher education or administrative unit of such institution. ``(B) An oral or written warning with respect to an action described in subparagraph (A) made by an official of an institution of higher education acting in their official capacity. ``(F) An act to deny any certification, endorsement, or letter of recommendation that may be required by a student's current or future employer, a government agency, a licensing board, an institution of higher education, a scholarship program, or a graduate fellowship to which the student applies or seeks to apply. ``(I) An action to require any student to certify that such student is not a member of a single-sex social organization or to disclose the student's membership in a single-sex social organization.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for certain freedom of association protections, and for other purposes. 2) Ensure any student in a single-sex social organization or any single-sex social organization is treated without bias in comparison to students at an institution of higher education who do not participate in single-sex social organizations, or other social organizations at an institution of higher education that are not single-sex. ( ``(a) Upholding Freedom of Association Protections.--Any student (or group of students) enrolled in an institution of higher education shall-- ``(1) be able to form or apply to join any recognized or unrecognized social organization, including any single-sex social organization; and ``(2) if selected for membership by any social organization, be able to join such social organization and participate in such social organization. ``(d) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Adverse action.--The term `adverse action' includes the following actions taken by an institution of higher education with respect to a single-sex social organization or a member or prospective member of a single-sex social organization: ``(A) Expulsion, suspension, probation, censure, condemnation, formal reprimand, or any other disciplinary action, coercive action, or sanction taken by an institution of higher education or administrative unit of such institution. ``(F) An act to deny any certification, endorsement, or letter of recommendation that may be required by a student's current or future employer, a government agency, a licensing board, an institution of higher education, a scholarship program, or a graduate fellowship to which the student applies or seeks to apply. ``(G) An action to deny participation in any sports team, club, or other student organization, including a denial of any leadership position in any sports team, club, or other student organization. ``(I) An action to require any student to certify that such student is not a member of a single-sex social organization or to disclose the student's membership in a single-sex social organization.

H.R.8888

Armed Forces and National Security

Food Security for All Veterans Act This bill establishes the Office of Food Security within the Department of Veterans Affairs to, among other duties, provide information to veterans concerning the eligibility requirements for federal nutrition assistance programs and develop policies to identify and treat veterans experiencing food insecurity.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to establish in the Department of Veterans Affairs an Office of Food Security, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Food Security for All Veterans Act''. SEC. 2. ESTABLISHMENT OF DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS OFFICE OF FOOD SECURITY. Chapter 3 of title 38, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section (and conforming the table of sections at the beginning of such chapter accordingly): ``Sec. 325. Office of Food Security ``(a) Establishment.--There is in the Department an office to be known as the `Office of Food Security'. There is at the head of the Office a Director, which shall be a career position. ``(b) Responsibilities.--(1) The Director of the Office of Food Security shall carry out the following responsibilities: ``(A) To provide information to veterans concerning the availability of, and eligibility requirements for Federal nutrition assistance programs. ``(B) To collaborate with other program offices of the Department, including the Homeless Programs Office and the Office of Tribal Government Relations, to develop and implement policies and procedures to identify and treat veterans at-risk or experiencing food insecurity. ``(C) To collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of Defense on food insecurity among veterans, including by collaborating with the Secretaries to develop materials related to food insecurity for the Transition Assistance Program curriculum and other transition-related resources. ``(D) To develop and provide training, including training that may count towards continuing education or licensure requirements, for social workers, dietitians, chaplains, and other clinicians on how to assist veterans with enrollment in Federal nutrition assistance programs, including the supplemental nutrition assistance program and the special supplemental nutrition program for women, infants, and children established by section 17 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 1786). ``(E) To issue guidance to Department medical centers on how to collaborate with their State and local offices administering the supplemental nutrition assistance program. ``(2) In carrying out the responsibilities under paragraph (1), the Director shall consult with and provide technical assistance to the heads of other Federal departments and agencies, including the Department of Agriculture, Department of Defense, Department of Interior, and Department of Labor. ``(c) Annual Report on Food Insecurity.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs, in consultation with the Secretary of Agriculture, shall submit to the Committees on Veterans' Affairs of the Senate and House of Representatives an annual report on veteran food insecurity. Each such report shall include data on the following: ``(1) The socioeconomic, ethnic, and racial characteristics of veterans experiencing food insecurity, disaggregated by State in which the veteran is located. ``(2) Native American veterans experiencing food insecurity. ``(3) Specific interventions for veterans who screen positive for food insecurity. ``(4) Eligibility screenings for participation in the supplemental nutrition assistance program completed by personnel of the Department of Veterans Affairs. ``(5) The number of applications for participation in the supplemental nutrition assistance program completed with assistance from personnel of the Department. ``(6) Changes, as a result of participation in the supplemental nutrition assistance program, in the number of food insecure veteran households. ``(7) Coordination efforts between State agencies and Department facilities located in that State regarding outreach to veterans to participate in the supplemental nutrition assistance program. ``(d) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) The terms `Native American' and `Native American veteran' have the meanings given those terms in section 3765 of this title. ``(2) The terms `State agency' and `supplemental nutrition assistance program' have the meanings given those terms in section 3 of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 (7 U.S.C. 2012).''. SEC. 3. 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.

Food Security for All Veterans Act

To amend title 38, United States Code, to establish in the Department of Veterans Affairs an Office of Food Security, and for other purposes.

Food Security for All Veterans Act Food Security for All Veterans Act

Rep. Peltola, Mary Sattler

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AK

This bill establishes the Office of Food Security within the Department of Veterans Affairs to, among other duties, provide information to veterans concerning the eligibility requirements for federal nutrition assistance programs and develop policies to identify and treat veterans experiencing food insecurity.

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Food Security for All Veterans Act''. 2. ESTABLISHMENT OF DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS OFFICE OF FOOD SECURITY. Chapter 3 of title 38, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section (and conforming the table of sections at the beginning of such chapter accordingly): ``Sec. 325. There is at the head of the Office a Director, which shall be a career position. ``(b) Responsibilities.--(1) The Director of the Office of Food Security shall carry out the following responsibilities: ``(A) To provide information to veterans concerning the availability of, and eligibility requirements for Federal nutrition assistance programs. ``(C) To collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of Defense on food insecurity among veterans, including by collaborating with the Secretaries to develop materials related to food insecurity for the Transition Assistance Program curriculum and other transition-related resources. ``(D) To develop and provide training, including training that may count towards continuing education or licensure requirements, for social workers, dietitians, chaplains, and other clinicians on how to assist veterans with enrollment in Federal nutrition assistance programs, including the supplemental nutrition assistance program and the special supplemental nutrition program for women, infants, and children established by section 17 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 1786). ``(E) To issue guidance to Department medical centers on how to collaborate with their State and local offices administering the supplemental nutrition assistance program. ``(c) Annual Report on Food Insecurity.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs, in consultation with the Secretary of Agriculture, shall submit to the Committees on Veterans' Affairs of the Senate and House of Representatives an annual report on veteran food insecurity. Each such report shall include data on the following: ``(1) The socioeconomic, ethnic, and racial characteristics of veterans experiencing food insecurity, disaggregated by State in which the veteran is located. ``(3) Specific interventions for veterans who screen positive for food insecurity. ``(5) The number of applications for participation in the supplemental nutrition assistance program completed with assistance from personnel of the Department. ``(7) Coordination efforts between State agencies and Department facilities located in that State regarding outreach to veterans to participate in the supplemental nutrition assistance program. ``(d) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) The terms `Native American' and `Native American veteran' have the meanings given those terms in section 3765 of this title. 2012).''. SEC. 3. 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.

This Act may be cited as the ``Food Security for All Veterans Act''. 2. ESTABLISHMENT OF DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS OFFICE OF FOOD SECURITY. Chapter 3 of title 38, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section (and conforming the table of sections at the beginning of such chapter accordingly): ``Sec. 325. There is at the head of the Office a Director, which shall be a career position. ``(b) Responsibilities.--(1) The Director of the Office of Food Security shall carry out the following responsibilities: ``(A) To provide information to veterans concerning the availability of, and eligibility requirements for Federal nutrition assistance programs. ``(C) To collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of Defense on food insecurity among veterans, including by collaborating with the Secretaries to develop materials related to food insecurity for the Transition Assistance Program curriculum and other transition-related resources. 1786). ``(c) Annual Report on Food Insecurity.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs, in consultation with the Secretary of Agriculture, shall submit to the Committees on Veterans' Affairs of the Senate and House of Representatives an annual report on veteran food insecurity. ``(5) The number of applications for participation in the supplemental nutrition assistance program completed with assistance from personnel of the Department. ``(7) Coordination efforts between State agencies and Department facilities located in that State regarding outreach to veterans to participate in the supplemental nutrition assistance program. ``(d) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) The terms `Native American' and `Native American veteran' have the meanings given those terms in section 3765 of this title. 2012).''. SEC. 3. 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.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to establish in the Department of Veterans Affairs an Office of Food Security, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Food Security for All Veterans Act''. SEC. 2. ESTABLISHMENT OF DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS OFFICE OF FOOD SECURITY. Chapter 3 of title 38, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section (and conforming the table of sections at the beginning of such chapter accordingly): ``Sec. 325. Office of Food Security ``(a) Establishment.--There is in the Department an office to be known as the `Office of Food Security'. There is at the head of the Office a Director, which shall be a career position. ``(b) Responsibilities.--(1) The Director of the Office of Food Security shall carry out the following responsibilities: ``(A) To provide information to veterans concerning the availability of, and eligibility requirements for Federal nutrition assistance programs. ``(B) To collaborate with other program offices of the Department, including the Homeless Programs Office and the Office of Tribal Government Relations, to develop and implement policies and procedures to identify and treat veterans at-risk or experiencing food insecurity. ``(C) To collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of Defense on food insecurity among veterans, including by collaborating with the Secretaries to develop materials related to food insecurity for the Transition Assistance Program curriculum and other transition-related resources. ``(D) To develop and provide training, including training that may count towards continuing education or licensure requirements, for social workers, dietitians, chaplains, and other clinicians on how to assist veterans with enrollment in Federal nutrition assistance programs, including the supplemental nutrition assistance program and the special supplemental nutrition program for women, infants, and children established by section 17 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 1786). ``(E) To issue guidance to Department medical centers on how to collaborate with their State and local offices administering the supplemental nutrition assistance program. ``(2) In carrying out the responsibilities under paragraph (1), the Director shall consult with and provide technical assistance to the heads of other Federal departments and agencies, including the Department of Agriculture, Department of Defense, Department of Interior, and Department of Labor. ``(c) Annual Report on Food Insecurity.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs, in consultation with the Secretary of Agriculture, shall submit to the Committees on Veterans' Affairs of the Senate and House of Representatives an annual report on veteran food insecurity. Each such report shall include data on the following: ``(1) The socioeconomic, ethnic, and racial characteristics of veterans experiencing food insecurity, disaggregated by State in which the veteran is located. ``(2) Native American veterans experiencing food insecurity. ``(3) Specific interventions for veterans who screen positive for food insecurity. ``(4) Eligibility screenings for participation in the supplemental nutrition assistance program completed by personnel of the Department of Veterans Affairs. ``(5) The number of applications for participation in the supplemental nutrition assistance program completed with assistance from personnel of the Department. ``(6) Changes, as a result of participation in the supplemental nutrition assistance program, in the number of food insecure veteran households. ``(7) Coordination efforts between State agencies and Department facilities located in that State regarding outreach to veterans to participate in the supplemental nutrition assistance program. ``(d) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) The terms `Native American' and `Native American veteran' have the meanings given those terms in section 3765 of this title. ``(2) The terms `State agency' and `supplemental nutrition assistance program' have the meanings given those terms in section 3 of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 (7 U.S.C. 2012).''. SEC. 3. 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.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to establish in the Department of Veterans Affairs an Office of Food Security, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Food Security for All Veterans Act''. SEC. 2. ESTABLISHMENT OF DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS OFFICE OF FOOD SECURITY. Chapter 3 of title 38, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section (and conforming the table of sections at the beginning of such chapter accordingly): ``Sec. 325. Office of Food Security ``(a) Establishment.--There is in the Department an office to be known as the `Office of Food Security'. There is at the head of the Office a Director, which shall be a career position. ``(b) Responsibilities.--(1) The Director of the Office of Food Security shall carry out the following responsibilities: ``(A) To provide information to veterans concerning the availability of, and eligibility requirements for Federal nutrition assistance programs. ``(B) To collaborate with other program offices of the Department, including the Homeless Programs Office and the Office of Tribal Government Relations, to develop and implement policies and procedures to identify and treat veterans at-risk or experiencing food insecurity. ``(C) To collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of Defense on food insecurity among veterans, including by collaborating with the Secretaries to develop materials related to food insecurity for the Transition Assistance Program curriculum and other transition-related resources. ``(D) To develop and provide training, including training that may count towards continuing education or licensure requirements, for social workers, dietitians, chaplains, and other clinicians on how to assist veterans with enrollment in Federal nutrition assistance programs, including the supplemental nutrition assistance program and the special supplemental nutrition program for women, infants, and children established by section 17 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 1786). ``(E) To issue guidance to Department medical centers on how to collaborate with their State and local offices administering the supplemental nutrition assistance program. ``(2) In carrying out the responsibilities under paragraph (1), the Director shall consult with and provide technical assistance to the heads of other Federal departments and agencies, including the Department of Agriculture, Department of Defense, Department of Interior, and Department of Labor. ``(c) Annual Report on Food Insecurity.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs, in consultation with the Secretary of Agriculture, shall submit to the Committees on Veterans' Affairs of the Senate and House of Representatives an annual report on veteran food insecurity. Each such report shall include data on the following: ``(1) The socioeconomic, ethnic, and racial characteristics of veterans experiencing food insecurity, disaggregated by State in which the veteran is located. ``(2) Native American veterans experiencing food insecurity. ``(3) Specific interventions for veterans who screen positive for food insecurity. ``(4) Eligibility screenings for participation in the supplemental nutrition assistance program completed by personnel of the Department of Veterans Affairs. ``(5) The number of applications for participation in the supplemental nutrition assistance program completed with assistance from personnel of the Department. ``(6) Changes, as a result of participation in the supplemental nutrition assistance program, in the number of food insecure veteran households. ``(7) Coordination efforts between State agencies and Department facilities located in that State regarding outreach to veterans to participate in the supplemental nutrition assistance program. ``(d) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) The terms `Native American' and `Native American veteran' have the meanings given those terms in section 3765 of this title. ``(2) The terms `State agency' and `supplemental nutrition assistance program' have the meanings given those terms in section 3 of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 (7 U.S.C. 2012).''. SEC. 3. 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.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to establish in the Department of Veterans Affairs an Office of Food Security, and for other purposes. ``(B) To collaborate with other program offices of the Department, including the Homeless Programs Office and the Office of Tribal Government Relations, to develop and implement policies and procedures to identify and treat veterans at-risk or experiencing food insecurity. ``(C) To collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of Defense on food insecurity among veterans, including by collaborating with the Secretaries to develop materials related to food insecurity for the Transition Assistance Program curriculum and other transition-related resources. ``(2) In carrying out the responsibilities under paragraph (1), the Director shall consult with and provide technical assistance to the heads of other Federal departments and agencies, including the Department of Agriculture, Department of Defense, Department of Interior, and Department of Labor. ``(2) Native American veterans experiencing food insecurity. ``(d) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) The terms `Native American' and `Native American veteran' have the meanings given those terms in section 3765 of this title. Passed the House of Representatives September 29, 2022.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to establish in the Department of Veterans Affairs an Office of Food Security, and for other purposes. ``(C) To collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of Defense on food insecurity among veterans, including by collaborating with the Secretaries to develop materials related to food insecurity for the Transition Assistance Program curriculum and other transition-related resources. ``(D) To develop and provide training, including training that may count towards continuing education or licensure requirements, for social workers, dietitians, chaplains, and other clinicians on how to assist veterans with enrollment in Federal nutrition assistance programs, including the supplemental nutrition assistance program and the special supplemental nutrition program for women, infants, and children established by section 17 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 1786). ``(2) In carrying out the responsibilities under paragraph (1), the Director shall consult with and provide technical assistance to the heads of other Federal departments and agencies, including the Department of Agriculture, Department of Defense, Department of Interior, and Department of Labor. Each such report shall include data on the following: ``(1) The socioeconomic, ethnic, and racial characteristics of veterans experiencing food insecurity, disaggregated by State in which the veteran is located. Passed the House of Representatives September 29, 2022.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to establish in the Department of Veterans Affairs an Office of Food Security, and for other purposes. ``(C) To collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of Defense on food insecurity among veterans, including by collaborating with the Secretaries to develop materials related to food insecurity for the Transition Assistance Program curriculum and other transition-related resources. ``(D) To develop and provide training, including training that may count towards continuing education or licensure requirements, for social workers, dietitians, chaplains, and other clinicians on how to assist veterans with enrollment in Federal nutrition assistance programs, including the supplemental nutrition assistance program and the special supplemental nutrition program for women, infants, and children established by section 17 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 1786). ``(2) In carrying out the responsibilities under paragraph (1), the Director shall consult with and provide technical assistance to the heads of other Federal departments and agencies, including the Department of Agriculture, Department of Defense, Department of Interior, and Department of Labor. Each such report shall include data on the following: ``(1) The socioeconomic, ethnic, and racial characteristics of veterans experiencing food insecurity, disaggregated by State in which the veteran is located. Passed the House of Representatives September 29, 2022.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to establish in the Department of Veterans Affairs an Office of Food Security, and for other purposes. ``(B) To collaborate with other program offices of the Department, including the Homeless Programs Office and the Office of Tribal Government Relations, to develop and implement policies and procedures to identify and treat veterans at-risk or experiencing food insecurity. ``(C) To collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of Defense on food insecurity among veterans, including by collaborating with the Secretaries to develop materials related to food insecurity for the Transition Assistance Program curriculum and other transition-related resources. ``(2) In carrying out the responsibilities under paragraph (1), the Director shall consult with and provide technical assistance to the heads of other Federal departments and agencies, including the Department of Agriculture, Department of Defense, Department of Interior, and Department of Labor. ``(2) Native American veterans experiencing food insecurity. ``(d) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) The terms `Native American' and `Native American veteran' have the meanings given those terms in section 3765 of this title. Passed the House of Representatives September 29, 2022.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to establish in the Department of Veterans Affairs an Office of Food Security, and for other purposes. ``(C) To collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of Defense on food insecurity among veterans, including by collaborating with the Secretaries to develop materials related to food insecurity for the Transition Assistance Program curriculum and other transition-related resources. ``(D) To develop and provide training, including training that may count towards continuing education or licensure requirements, for social workers, dietitians, chaplains, and other clinicians on how to assist veterans with enrollment in Federal nutrition assistance programs, including the supplemental nutrition assistance program and the special supplemental nutrition program for women, infants, and children established by section 17 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 1786). ``(2) In carrying out the responsibilities under paragraph (1), the Director shall consult with and provide technical assistance to the heads of other Federal departments and agencies, including the Department of Agriculture, Department of Defense, Department of Interior, and Department of Labor. Each such report shall include data on the following: ``(1) The socioeconomic, ethnic, and racial characteristics of veterans experiencing food insecurity, disaggregated by State in which the veteran is located. Passed the House of Representatives September 29, 2022.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to establish in the Department of Veterans Affairs an Office of Food Security, and for other purposes. ``(B) To collaborate with other program offices of the Department, including the Homeless Programs Office and the Office of Tribal Government Relations, to develop and implement policies and procedures to identify and treat veterans at-risk or experiencing food insecurity. ``(C) To collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of Defense on food insecurity among veterans, including by collaborating with the Secretaries to develop materials related to food insecurity for the Transition Assistance Program curriculum and other transition-related resources. ``(2) In carrying out the responsibilities under paragraph (1), the Director shall consult with and provide technical assistance to the heads of other Federal departments and agencies, including the Department of Agriculture, Department of Defense, Department of Interior, and Department of Labor. ``(2) Native American veterans experiencing food insecurity. ``(d) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) The terms `Native American' and `Native American veteran' have the meanings given those terms in section 3765 of this title. Passed the House of Representatives September 29, 2022.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to establish in the Department of Veterans Affairs an Office of Food Security, and for other purposes. ``(C) To collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of Defense on food insecurity among veterans, including by collaborating with the Secretaries to develop materials related to food insecurity for the Transition Assistance Program curriculum and other transition-related resources. ``(D) To develop and provide training, including training that may count towards continuing education or licensure requirements, for social workers, dietitians, chaplains, and other clinicians on how to assist veterans with enrollment in Federal nutrition assistance programs, including the supplemental nutrition assistance program and the special supplemental nutrition program for women, infants, and children established by section 17 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 1786). ``(2) In carrying out the responsibilities under paragraph (1), the Director shall consult with and provide technical assistance to the heads of other Federal departments and agencies, including the Department of Agriculture, Department of Defense, Department of Interior, and Department of Labor. Each such report shall include data on the following: ``(1) The socioeconomic, ethnic, and racial characteristics of veterans experiencing food insecurity, disaggregated by State in which the veteran is located. Passed the House of Representatives September 29, 2022.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to establish in the Department of Veterans Affairs an Office of Food Security, and for other purposes. ``(B) To collaborate with other program offices of the Department, including the Homeless Programs Office and the Office of Tribal Government Relations, to develop and implement policies and procedures to identify and treat veterans at-risk or experiencing food insecurity. ``(C) To collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of Defense on food insecurity among veterans, including by collaborating with the Secretaries to develop materials related to food insecurity for the Transition Assistance Program curriculum and other transition-related resources. ``(2) In carrying out the responsibilities under paragraph (1), the Director shall consult with and provide technical assistance to the heads of other Federal departments and agencies, including the Department of Agriculture, Department of Defense, Department of Interior, and Department of Labor. ``(2) Native American veterans experiencing food insecurity. ``(d) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) The terms `Native American' and `Native American veteran' have the meanings given those terms in section 3765 of this title. Passed the House of Representatives September 29, 2022.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to establish in the Department of Veterans Affairs an Office of Food Security, and for other purposes. ``(C) To collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of Defense on food insecurity among veterans, including by collaborating with the Secretaries to develop materials related to food insecurity for the Transition Assistance Program curriculum and other transition-related resources. ``(D) To develop and provide training, including training that may count towards continuing education or licensure requirements, for social workers, dietitians, chaplains, and other clinicians on how to assist veterans with enrollment in Federal nutrition assistance programs, including the supplemental nutrition assistance program and the special supplemental nutrition program for women, infants, and children established by section 17 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 1786). ``(2) In carrying out the responsibilities under paragraph (1), the Director shall consult with and provide technical assistance to the heads of other Federal departments and agencies, including the Department of Agriculture, Department of Defense, Department of Interior, and Department of Labor. Each such report shall include data on the following: ``(1) The socioeconomic, ethnic, and racial characteristics of veterans experiencing food insecurity, disaggregated by State in which the veteran is located. Passed the House of Representatives September 29, 2022.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to establish in the Department of Veterans Affairs an Office of Food Security, and for other purposes. ``(B) To collaborate with other program offices of the Department, including the Homeless Programs Office and the Office of Tribal Government Relations, to develop and implement policies and procedures to identify and treat veterans at-risk or experiencing food insecurity. ``(C) To collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of Defense on food insecurity among veterans, including by collaborating with the Secretaries to develop materials related to food insecurity for the Transition Assistance Program curriculum and other transition-related resources. ``(2) In carrying out the responsibilities under paragraph (1), the Director shall consult with and provide technical assistance to the heads of other Federal departments and agencies, including the Department of Agriculture, Department of Defense, Department of Interior, and Department of Labor. ``(2) Native American veterans experiencing food insecurity. ``(d) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) The terms `Native American' and `Native American veteran' have the meanings given those terms in section 3765 of this title. Passed the House of Representatives September 29, 2022.

S.4073

International Affairs

Uyghur Policy Act of 2022 This bill requires the Department of State to take various actions concerning the treatment of Uyghurs and other minority groups in China. For example, the bill requires the State Department to (1) support human rights advocates representing such groups speaking at public diplomacy forums, including in Muslim-majority countries; (2) ensure that Uyghur language training is available to Foreign Service officers; and (3) support the appointment of a special rapporteur or working group at the United Nations to monitor and report on human rights violations and abuses in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region in China.

To support the human rights of Uyghurs and members of other ethnic groups residing primarily in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region and safeguard their distinct civilization and identity, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Uyghur Policy Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) The Chinese Communist Party continues to repress the distinct Turkic identity of Uyghurs and members of other predominantly Muslim ethnic groups in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region and in other areas where they have habitually resided. (2) Uyghurs, and other predominantly Muslim ethnic groups make up the majority of the indigenous population in the area that the Chinese Communist Party has designated as the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region (XUAR). Throughout their history, Uyghurs and other predominately Muslim ethnic groups have maintained a civilization that was distinct from the Chinese. For centuries, these Turkic groups were not under Chinese rule. (3) Human rights, including freedom of religion or belief, and the preservation of and respect for the Uyghurs' unique Turkic and Islamic civilization and identity are legitimate interests of the international community. (4) The People's Republic of China (PRC) has ratified the International Covenant on Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights, done at New York December 16, 1966, and is thereby bound by its provisions. China has also signed the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. Article One of both covenants state that all peoples have the right to self-determination. (5) An official campaign to encourage Chinese migration into the XUAR has placed immense pressure on those who seek to preserve the ethnic, cultural, religious, and linguistic traditions of the Uyghurs people. Chinese authorities have supported an influx of Chinese economic immigrants into the XUAR, discriminated against Uyghurs in hiring practices, and provided unequal access to healthcare services. (6) The Chinese Communist Party has manipulated the strategic objectives of the international war on terror to mask their increasing cultural and religious oppression of the predominantly Muslim population residing in the XUAR. (7) Following unrest in the region, in 2014, the Chinese Communist Party launched its ``Strike Hard against Violent Extremism'' campaign, in which dubious allegations of widespread extremist activity were used as justification for gross human rights violations committed against members of the Uyghur community. (8) Chinese Communist Party officials have made use of the legal system as a tool of repression, including for the imposition of arbitrary detentions and for torture against members of the Uyghur and other populations. (9) Uyghurs and Kazakhs who have secured citizenship or permanent residency outside of the PRC have attested to repeated threats, harassment, and surveillance by PRC officials. (10) Reporting from international news organizations has found that over the past decade, family members of Uyghurs living outside of the PRC who remain in the PRC have gone missing or have been detained to force Uyghur expatriates to return to the PRC or silence their dissent. (11) Credible evidence from human rights organizations, think tanks, and journalists confirms that more than 1,000,000 Uyghurs and members of other ethnic groups have been imprisoned in extrajudicial ``political reeducation'' centers. (12) Independent accounts from former detainees of ``political reeducation'' centers describe inhumane conditions and treatment, including forced political indoctrination, torture, beatings, rape, forced sterilization, and food deprivation. Former detainees also confirmed that they were told by guards that the only way to secure release was to demonstrate sufficient political loyalty to the Chinese Communist Party. (13) Popular discourse surrounding the ongoing atrocities in the XUAR and advocacy efforts to assist Uyghurs remains muted in most Muslim majority nations around the world. (14) Both Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Former Secretary of State Michael Pompeo have stated that the Chinese Communist Party has committed genocide and crimes against humanity against Uyghurs and other ethnic and religious groups in the XUAR. (15) Government bodies of multiple nations have also declared that Chinese Communist Party atrocities against such populations in the XUAR constitute genocide, including the parliaments of the United Kingdom, Belgium, Czechia, Lithuania, the Netherlands, and Canada. SEC. 3. STATEMENT OF POLICY. It is the policy of the United States-- (1) to press for authorities in China to open the XUAR to regular, transparent, and unmanipulated visits by members of the press, Members of Congress, congressional staff delegations, and members and staff of the Congressional- Executive Commission on the People's Republic of China and the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission; (2) to strive to ensure the preservation of the distinct ethnic, cultural, religious, and linguistic identity of Uyghurs and members of other ethnic and religious groups in the XUAR; (3) to urge other nations to call for the cessation of all government-sponsored crackdowns, imprisonments, and detentions of people throughout the XUAR aimed at those involved in the peaceful expression of their ethnic, cultural, political, or religious identity; (4) to commend countries that have provided shelter and hospitality to Uyghurs in exile, including Turkey, Albania, and Germany; and (5) to urge countries with sizeable Muslim populations, given commonalities in their religious and cultural identities, to demonstrate concern over the plight of Uyghurs. SEC. 4. PUBLIC DIPLOMACY IN THE ISLAMIC WORLD WITH RESPECT TO THE UYGHUR SITUATION. (a) In General.--The Secretary of State, working through the Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs, shall support, through the United States Speaker Program, human rights advocates representing Uyghurs and members of other ethnic and religious groups persecuted in the PRC, to speak at public diplomacy forums in Muslim-majority countries and other regions about issues regarding the human rights and religious freedom of Uyghurs and members of other ethnic and religious groups that are being persecuted in the PRC. (b) Consultation Requirement.--The Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs shall consult with representatives of the global Uyghur community when selecting participants for the activity described in subsection (a). (c) Media Activities.--The Secretary of State, in consultation with the Chief Executive Officer of the United States Agency for Global Media should facilitate the unhindered dissemination of information to Muslim-majority countries about issues regarding the human rights and religious freedom of Uyghurs and members of other groups in the XUAR. SEC. 5. STRATEGY TO INCREASE ACCESS TO DETENTION FACILITIES AND PRISONS AND SECURE THE RELEASE OF PRISONERS. (a) In General.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of State shall develop and submit to Congress a strategy to support and secure the release of political prisoners detained in the PRC. (b) Elements.--The strategy required under subsection (a) shall include-- (1) a detailed description of how the United States Government can pressure the PRC to immediately close all detention facilities and ``political reeducation'' camps housing Uyghurs and members of other ethnic minority groups in the XUAR; (2) a detailed assessment of how the United States can leverage its contributions to the United Nations to support the United Nations Commissioner for Human Rights and numerous United Nations Special Rapporteurs' urgent calls for immediate and unhindered access to detention facilities and ``political reeducation'' camps in the XUAR by independent international organizations and the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights for a comprehensive assessment of the human rights situation; (3) a detailed description of how the United States Government will work with other like-minded countries to pressure the PRC to immediately stop the genocide of Uyghurs and other ethnic groups in the XUAR; and (4) a detailed plan for how United States Government officials can use meetings with representatives of the Chinese Communist Party to demand the immediate and unconditional release of all prisoners detained for their ethnic, cultural, religious, and linguistic identities, or for expressing their political or religious beliefs in the XUAR. (c) Form.--The strategy required under subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form. SEC. 6. REQUIREMENT FOR UYGHUR LANGUAGE TRAINING. The Secretary of State shall ensure that-- (1) Uyghur language training is available to Foreign Service officers, as appropriate; and (2) every effort is being made to ensure that a Uyghur- speaking member of the Foreign Service (as described in section 103 of the Foreign Service Act of 1980 (22 U.S.C. 3903)) is assigned to United States diplomatic and consular missions in the PRC, Turkey, and other nations hosting Uyghur populations. SEC. 7. UYGHUR CONSIDERATIONS AT THE UNITED NATIONS. The Secretary of State and the United States Permanent Representative to the United Nations shall use the voice, vote, and influence of the United States at the United Nations-- (1) to oppose any efforts-- (A) to prevent consideration of the issues related to the XUAR in any body of the United Nations; and (B) to prevent the participation of any Uyghur human rights advocates in nongovernmental fora hosted by or otherwise organized under the auspices of any body of the United Nations; and (2) to support the appointment of a special rapporteur or working group for the XUAR for the purposes of-- (A) monitoring human rights violations and abuses in the XUAR; and (B) making reports available to the High Commissioner for Refugees, the High Commissioner for Human Rights, the General Assembly, and other United Nations bodies. <all>

Uyghur Policy Act of 2022

A bill to support the human rights of Uyghurs and members of other ethnic groups residing primarily in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region and safeguard their district civilization and identity, and for other purposes.

Uyghur Policy Act of 2022

Sen. Rubio, Marco

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This bill requires the Department of State to take various actions concerning the treatment of Uyghurs and other minority groups in China. For example, the bill requires the State Department to (1) support human rights advocates representing such groups speaking at public diplomacy forums, including in Muslim-majority countries; (2) ensure that Uyghur language training is available to Foreign Service officers; and (3) support the appointment of a special rapporteur or working group at the United Nations to monitor and report on human rights violations and abuses in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region in China.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Uyghur Policy Act of 2022''. 2. FINDINGS. (3) Human rights, including freedom of religion or belief, and the preservation of and respect for the Uyghurs' unique Turkic and Islamic civilization and identity are legitimate interests of the international community. Article One of both covenants state that all peoples have the right to self-determination. Chinese authorities have supported an influx of Chinese economic immigrants into the XUAR, discriminated against Uyghurs in hiring practices, and provided unequal access to healthcare services. (8) Chinese Communist Party officials have made use of the legal system as a tool of repression, including for the imposition of arbitrary detentions and for torture against members of the Uyghur and other populations. Former detainees also confirmed that they were told by guards that the only way to secure release was to demonstrate sufficient political loyalty to the Chinese Communist Party. 3. 4. (a) In General.--The Secretary of State, working through the Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs, shall support, through the United States Speaker Program, human rights advocates representing Uyghurs and members of other ethnic and religious groups persecuted in the PRC, to speak at public diplomacy forums in Muslim-majority countries and other regions about issues regarding the human rights and religious freedom of Uyghurs and members of other ethnic and religious groups that are being persecuted in the PRC. 5. (b) Elements.--The strategy required under subsection (a) shall include-- (1) a detailed description of how the United States Government can pressure the PRC to immediately close all detention facilities and ``political reeducation'' camps housing Uyghurs and members of other ethnic minority groups in the XUAR; (2) a detailed assessment of how the United States can leverage its contributions to the United Nations to support the United Nations Commissioner for Human Rights and numerous United Nations Special Rapporteurs' urgent calls for immediate and unhindered access to detention facilities and ``political reeducation'' camps in the XUAR by independent international organizations and the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights for a comprehensive assessment of the human rights situation; (3) a detailed description of how the United States Government will work with other like-minded countries to pressure the PRC to immediately stop the genocide of Uyghurs and other ethnic groups in the XUAR; and (4) a detailed plan for how United States Government officials can use meetings with representatives of the Chinese Communist Party to demand the immediate and unconditional release of all prisoners detained for their ethnic, cultural, religious, and linguistic identities, or for expressing their political or religious beliefs in the XUAR. (c) Form.--The strategy required under subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form. 6. REQUIREMENT FOR UYGHUR LANGUAGE TRAINING. SEC. 7. UYGHUR CONSIDERATIONS AT THE UNITED NATIONS.

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 ``Uyghur Policy Act of 2022''. 2. (3) Human rights, including freedom of religion or belief, and the preservation of and respect for the Uyghurs' unique Turkic and Islamic civilization and identity are legitimate interests of the international community. Article One of both covenants state that all peoples have the right to self-determination. Chinese authorities have supported an influx of Chinese economic immigrants into the XUAR, discriminated against Uyghurs in hiring practices, and provided unequal access to healthcare services. (8) Chinese Communist Party officials have made use of the legal system as a tool of repression, including for the imposition of arbitrary detentions and for torture against members of the Uyghur and other populations. Former detainees also confirmed that they were told by guards that the only way to secure release was to demonstrate sufficient political loyalty to the Chinese Communist Party. 3. 4. (a) In General.--The Secretary of State, working through the Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs, shall support, through the United States Speaker Program, human rights advocates representing Uyghurs and members of other ethnic and religious groups persecuted in the PRC, to speak at public diplomacy forums in Muslim-majority countries and other regions about issues regarding the human rights and religious freedom of Uyghurs and members of other ethnic and religious groups that are being persecuted in the PRC. 5. (c) Form.--The strategy required under subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form. 6. REQUIREMENT FOR UYGHUR LANGUAGE TRAINING. SEC. 7. UYGHUR CONSIDERATIONS AT THE UNITED NATIONS.

To support the human rights of Uyghurs and members of other ethnic groups residing primarily in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region and safeguard their distinct civilization and identity, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Uyghur Policy Act of 2022''. 2. FINDINGS. (3) Human rights, including freedom of religion or belief, and the preservation of and respect for the Uyghurs' unique Turkic and Islamic civilization and identity are legitimate interests of the international community. China has also signed the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. Article One of both covenants state that all peoples have the right to self-determination. Chinese authorities have supported an influx of Chinese economic immigrants into the XUAR, discriminated against Uyghurs in hiring practices, and provided unequal access to healthcare services. (7) Following unrest in the region, in 2014, the Chinese Communist Party launched its ``Strike Hard against Violent Extremism'' campaign, in which dubious allegations of widespread extremist activity were used as justification for gross human rights violations committed against members of the Uyghur community. (8) Chinese Communist Party officials have made use of the legal system as a tool of repression, including for the imposition of arbitrary detentions and for torture against members of the Uyghur and other populations. (9) Uyghurs and Kazakhs who have secured citizenship or permanent residency outside of the PRC have attested to repeated threats, harassment, and surveillance by PRC officials. (12) Independent accounts from former detainees of ``political reeducation'' centers describe inhumane conditions and treatment, including forced political indoctrination, torture, beatings, rape, forced sterilization, and food deprivation. Former detainees also confirmed that they were told by guards that the only way to secure release was to demonstrate sufficient political loyalty to the Chinese Communist Party. (13) Popular discourse surrounding the ongoing atrocities in the XUAR and advocacy efforts to assist Uyghurs remains muted in most Muslim majority nations around the world. (15) Government bodies of multiple nations have also declared that Chinese Communist Party atrocities against such populations in the XUAR constitute genocide, including the parliaments of the United Kingdom, Belgium, Czechia, Lithuania, the Netherlands, and Canada. 3. 4. (a) In General.--The Secretary of State, working through the Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs, shall support, through the United States Speaker Program, human rights advocates representing Uyghurs and members of other ethnic and religious groups persecuted in the PRC, to speak at public diplomacy forums in Muslim-majority countries and other regions about issues regarding the human rights and religious freedom of Uyghurs and members of other ethnic and religious groups that are being persecuted in the PRC. 5. (b) Elements.--The strategy required under subsection (a) shall include-- (1) a detailed description of how the United States Government can pressure the PRC to immediately close all detention facilities and ``political reeducation'' camps housing Uyghurs and members of other ethnic minority groups in the XUAR; (2) a detailed assessment of how the United States can leverage its contributions to the United Nations to support the United Nations Commissioner for Human Rights and numerous United Nations Special Rapporteurs' urgent calls for immediate and unhindered access to detention facilities and ``political reeducation'' camps in the XUAR by independent international organizations and the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights for a comprehensive assessment of the human rights situation; (3) a detailed description of how the United States Government will work with other like-minded countries to pressure the PRC to immediately stop the genocide of Uyghurs and other ethnic groups in the XUAR; and (4) a detailed plan for how United States Government officials can use meetings with representatives of the Chinese Communist Party to demand the immediate and unconditional release of all prisoners detained for their ethnic, cultural, religious, and linguistic identities, or for expressing their political or religious beliefs in the XUAR. (c) Form.--The strategy required under subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form. 6. REQUIREMENT FOR UYGHUR LANGUAGE TRAINING. The Secretary of State shall ensure that-- (1) Uyghur language training is available to Foreign Service officers, as appropriate; and (2) every effort is being made to ensure that a Uyghur- speaking member of the Foreign Service (as described in section 103 of the Foreign Service Act of 1980 (22 U.S.C. SEC. 7. UYGHUR CONSIDERATIONS AT THE UNITED NATIONS.

To support the human rights of Uyghurs and members of other ethnic groups residing primarily in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region and safeguard their distinct civilization and identity, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Uyghur Policy Act of 2022''. 2. FINDINGS. (3) Human rights, including freedom of religion or belief, and the preservation of and respect for the Uyghurs' unique Turkic and Islamic civilization and identity are legitimate interests of the international community. (4) The People's Republic of China (PRC) has ratified the International Covenant on Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights, done at New York December 16, 1966, and is thereby bound by its provisions. China has also signed the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. Article One of both covenants state that all peoples have the right to self-determination. Chinese authorities have supported an influx of Chinese economic immigrants into the XUAR, discriminated against Uyghurs in hiring practices, and provided unequal access to healthcare services. (6) The Chinese Communist Party has manipulated the strategic objectives of the international war on terror to mask their increasing cultural and religious oppression of the predominantly Muslim population residing in the XUAR. (7) Following unrest in the region, in 2014, the Chinese Communist Party launched its ``Strike Hard against Violent Extremism'' campaign, in which dubious allegations of widespread extremist activity were used as justification for gross human rights violations committed against members of the Uyghur community. (8) Chinese Communist Party officials have made use of the legal system as a tool of repression, including for the imposition of arbitrary detentions and for torture against members of the Uyghur and other populations. (9) Uyghurs and Kazakhs who have secured citizenship or permanent residency outside of the PRC have attested to repeated threats, harassment, and surveillance by PRC officials. (10) Reporting from international news organizations has found that over the past decade, family members of Uyghurs living outside of the PRC who remain in the PRC have gone missing or have been detained to force Uyghur expatriates to return to the PRC or silence their dissent. (11) Credible evidence from human rights organizations, think tanks, and journalists confirms that more than 1,000,000 Uyghurs and members of other ethnic groups have been imprisoned in extrajudicial ``political reeducation'' centers. (12) Independent accounts from former detainees of ``political reeducation'' centers describe inhumane conditions and treatment, including forced political indoctrination, torture, beatings, rape, forced sterilization, and food deprivation. Former detainees also confirmed that they were told by guards that the only way to secure release was to demonstrate sufficient political loyalty to the Chinese Communist Party. (13) Popular discourse surrounding the ongoing atrocities in the XUAR and advocacy efforts to assist Uyghurs remains muted in most Muslim majority nations around the world. (15) Government bodies of multiple nations have also declared that Chinese Communist Party atrocities against such populations in the XUAR constitute genocide, including the parliaments of the United Kingdom, Belgium, Czechia, Lithuania, the Netherlands, and Canada. 3. 4. (a) In General.--The Secretary of State, working through the Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs, shall support, through the United States Speaker Program, human rights advocates representing Uyghurs and members of other ethnic and religious groups persecuted in the PRC, to speak at public diplomacy forums in Muslim-majority countries and other regions about issues regarding the human rights and religious freedom of Uyghurs and members of other ethnic and religious groups that are being persecuted in the PRC. 5. (b) Elements.--The strategy required under subsection (a) shall include-- (1) a detailed description of how the United States Government can pressure the PRC to immediately close all detention facilities and ``political reeducation'' camps housing Uyghurs and members of other ethnic minority groups in the XUAR; (2) a detailed assessment of how the United States can leverage its contributions to the United Nations to support the United Nations Commissioner for Human Rights and numerous United Nations Special Rapporteurs' urgent calls for immediate and unhindered access to detention facilities and ``political reeducation'' camps in the XUAR by independent international organizations and the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights for a comprehensive assessment of the human rights situation; (3) a detailed description of how the United States Government will work with other like-minded countries to pressure the PRC to immediately stop the genocide of Uyghurs and other ethnic groups in the XUAR; and (4) a detailed plan for how United States Government officials can use meetings with representatives of the Chinese Communist Party to demand the immediate and unconditional release of all prisoners detained for their ethnic, cultural, religious, and linguistic identities, or for expressing their political or religious beliefs in the XUAR. (c) Form.--The strategy required under subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form. 6. REQUIREMENT FOR UYGHUR LANGUAGE TRAINING. The Secretary of State shall ensure that-- (1) Uyghur language training is available to Foreign Service officers, as appropriate; and (2) every effort is being made to ensure that a Uyghur- speaking member of the Foreign Service (as described in section 103 of the Foreign Service Act of 1980 (22 U.S.C. 3903)) is assigned to United States diplomatic and consular missions in the PRC, Turkey, and other nations hosting Uyghur populations. SEC. 7. UYGHUR CONSIDERATIONS AT THE UNITED NATIONS.

To support the human rights of Uyghurs and members of other ethnic groups residing primarily in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region and safeguard their distinct civilization and identity, and for other purposes. 4) The People's Republic of China (PRC) has ratified the International Covenant on Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights, done at New York December 16, 1966, and is thereby bound by its provisions. China has also signed the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. 6) The Chinese Communist Party has manipulated the strategic objectives of the international war on terror to mask their increasing cultural and religious oppression of the predominantly Muslim population residing in the XUAR. ( (10) Reporting from international news organizations has found that over the past decade, family members of Uyghurs living outside of the PRC who remain in the PRC have gone missing or have been detained to force Uyghur expatriates to return to the PRC or silence their dissent. ( 14) Both Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Former Secretary of State Michael Pompeo have stated that the Chinese Communist Party has committed genocide and crimes against humanity against Uyghurs and other ethnic and religious groups in the XUAR. ( PUBLIC DIPLOMACY IN THE ISLAMIC WORLD WITH RESPECT TO THE UYGHUR SITUATION. (a) In General.--The Secretary of State, working through the Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs, shall support, through the United States Speaker Program, human rights advocates representing Uyghurs and members of other ethnic and religious groups persecuted in the PRC, to speak at public diplomacy forums in Muslim-majority countries and other regions about issues regarding the human rights and religious freedom of Uyghurs and members of other ethnic and religious groups that are being persecuted in the PRC. ( b) Consultation Requirement.--The Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs shall consult with representatives of the global Uyghur community when selecting participants for the activity described in subsection (a). ( c) Form.--The strategy required under subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form. REQUIREMENT FOR UYGHUR LANGUAGE TRAINING. The Secretary of State shall ensure that-- (1) Uyghur language training is available to Foreign Service officers, as appropriate; and (2) every effort is being made to ensure that a Uyghur- speaking member of the Foreign Service (as described in section 103 of the Foreign Service Act of 1980 (22 U.S.C. 3903)) is assigned to United States diplomatic and consular missions in the PRC, Turkey, and other nations hosting Uyghur populations. UYGHUR CONSIDERATIONS AT THE UNITED NATIONS.

To support the human rights of Uyghurs and members of other ethnic groups residing primarily in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region and safeguard their distinct civilization and identity, and for other purposes. For centuries, these Turkic groups were not under Chinese rule. ( 6) The Chinese Communist Party has manipulated the strategic objectives of the international war on terror to mask their increasing cultural and religious oppression of the predominantly Muslim population residing in the XUAR. (7) Following unrest in the region, in 2014, the Chinese Communist Party launched its ``Strike Hard against Violent Extremism'' campaign, in which dubious allegations of widespread extremist activity were used as justification for gross human rights violations committed against members of the Uyghur community. ( 9) Uyghurs and Kazakhs who have secured citizenship or permanent residency outside of the PRC have attested to repeated threats, harassment, and surveillance by PRC officials. ( PUBLIC DIPLOMACY IN THE ISLAMIC WORLD WITH RESPECT TO THE UYGHUR SITUATION. ( c) Media Activities.--The Secretary of State, in consultation with the Chief Executive Officer of the United States Agency for Global Media should facilitate the unhindered dissemination of information to Muslim-majority countries about issues regarding the human rights and religious freedom of Uyghurs and members of other groups in the XUAR. (a) In General.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of State shall develop and submit to Congress a strategy to support and secure the release of political prisoners detained in the PRC. ( The Secretary of State shall ensure that-- (1) Uyghur language training is available to Foreign Service officers, as appropriate; and (2) every effort is being made to ensure that a Uyghur- speaking member of the Foreign Service (as described in section 103 of the Foreign Service Act of 1980 (22 U.S.C. 3903)) is assigned to United States diplomatic and consular missions in the PRC, Turkey, and other nations hosting Uyghur populations.

To support the human rights of Uyghurs and members of other ethnic groups residing primarily in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region and safeguard their distinct civilization and identity, and for other purposes. For centuries, these Turkic groups were not under Chinese rule. ( 6) The Chinese Communist Party has manipulated the strategic objectives of the international war on terror to mask their increasing cultural and religious oppression of the predominantly Muslim population residing in the XUAR. (7) Following unrest in the region, in 2014, the Chinese Communist Party launched its ``Strike Hard against Violent Extremism'' campaign, in which dubious allegations of widespread extremist activity were used as justification for gross human rights violations committed against members of the Uyghur community. ( 9) Uyghurs and Kazakhs who have secured citizenship or permanent residency outside of the PRC have attested to repeated threats, harassment, and surveillance by PRC officials. ( PUBLIC DIPLOMACY IN THE ISLAMIC WORLD WITH RESPECT TO THE UYGHUR SITUATION. ( c) Media Activities.--The Secretary of State, in consultation with the Chief Executive Officer of the United States Agency for Global Media should facilitate the unhindered dissemination of information to Muslim-majority countries about issues regarding the human rights and religious freedom of Uyghurs and members of other groups in the XUAR. (a) In General.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of State shall develop and submit to Congress a strategy to support and secure the release of political prisoners detained in the PRC. ( The Secretary of State shall ensure that-- (1) Uyghur language training is available to Foreign Service officers, as appropriate; and (2) every effort is being made to ensure that a Uyghur- speaking member of the Foreign Service (as described in section 103 of the Foreign Service Act of 1980 (22 U.S.C. 3903)) is assigned to United States diplomatic and consular missions in the PRC, Turkey, and other nations hosting Uyghur populations.

To support the human rights of Uyghurs and members of other ethnic groups residing primarily in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region and safeguard their distinct civilization and identity, and for other purposes. 4) The People's Republic of China (PRC) has ratified the International Covenant on Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights, done at New York December 16, 1966, and is thereby bound by its provisions. China has also signed the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. 6) The Chinese Communist Party has manipulated the strategic objectives of the international war on terror to mask their increasing cultural and religious oppression of the predominantly Muslim population residing in the XUAR. ( (10) Reporting from international news organizations has found that over the past decade, family members of Uyghurs living outside of the PRC who remain in the PRC have gone missing or have been detained to force Uyghur expatriates to return to the PRC or silence their dissent. ( 14) Both Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Former Secretary of State Michael Pompeo have stated that the Chinese Communist Party has committed genocide and crimes against humanity against Uyghurs and other ethnic and religious groups in the XUAR. ( PUBLIC DIPLOMACY IN THE ISLAMIC WORLD WITH RESPECT TO THE UYGHUR SITUATION. (a) In General.--The Secretary of State, working through the Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs, shall support, through the United States Speaker Program, human rights advocates representing Uyghurs and members of other ethnic and religious groups persecuted in the PRC, to speak at public diplomacy forums in Muslim-majority countries and other regions about issues regarding the human rights and religious freedom of Uyghurs and members of other ethnic and religious groups that are being persecuted in the PRC. ( b) Consultation Requirement.--The Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs shall consult with representatives of the global Uyghur community when selecting participants for the activity described in subsection (a). ( c) Form.--The strategy required under subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form. REQUIREMENT FOR UYGHUR LANGUAGE TRAINING. The Secretary of State shall ensure that-- (1) Uyghur language training is available to Foreign Service officers, as appropriate; and (2) every effort is being made to ensure that a Uyghur- speaking member of the Foreign Service (as described in section 103 of the Foreign Service Act of 1980 (22 U.S.C. 3903)) is assigned to United States diplomatic and consular missions in the PRC, Turkey, and other nations hosting Uyghur populations. UYGHUR CONSIDERATIONS AT THE UNITED NATIONS.

To support the human rights of Uyghurs and members of other ethnic groups residing primarily in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region and safeguard their distinct civilization and identity, and for other purposes. For centuries, these Turkic groups were not under Chinese rule. ( 6) The Chinese Communist Party has manipulated the strategic objectives of the international war on terror to mask their increasing cultural and religious oppression of the predominantly Muslim population residing in the XUAR. (7) Following unrest in the region, in 2014, the Chinese Communist Party launched its ``Strike Hard against Violent Extremism'' campaign, in which dubious allegations of widespread extremist activity were used as justification for gross human rights violations committed against members of the Uyghur community. ( 9) Uyghurs and Kazakhs who have secured citizenship or permanent residency outside of the PRC have attested to repeated threats, harassment, and surveillance by PRC officials. ( PUBLIC DIPLOMACY IN THE ISLAMIC WORLD WITH RESPECT TO THE UYGHUR SITUATION. ( c) Media Activities.--The Secretary of State, in consultation with the Chief Executive Officer of the United States Agency for Global Media should facilitate the unhindered dissemination of information to Muslim-majority countries about issues regarding the human rights and religious freedom of Uyghurs and members of other groups in the XUAR. (a) In General.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of State shall develop and submit to Congress a strategy to support and secure the release of political prisoners detained in the PRC. ( The Secretary of State shall ensure that-- (1) Uyghur language training is available to Foreign Service officers, as appropriate; and (2) every effort is being made to ensure that a Uyghur- speaking member of the Foreign Service (as described in section 103 of the Foreign Service Act of 1980 (22 U.S.C. 3903)) is assigned to United States diplomatic and consular missions in the PRC, Turkey, and other nations hosting Uyghur populations.

To support the human rights of Uyghurs and members of other ethnic groups residing primarily in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region and safeguard their distinct civilization and identity, and for other purposes. 4) The People's Republic of China (PRC) has ratified the International Covenant on Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights, done at New York December 16, 1966, and is thereby bound by its provisions. China has also signed the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. 6) The Chinese Communist Party has manipulated the strategic objectives of the international war on terror to mask their increasing cultural and religious oppression of the predominantly Muslim population residing in the XUAR. ( (10) Reporting from international news organizations has found that over the past decade, family members of Uyghurs living outside of the PRC who remain in the PRC have gone missing or have been detained to force Uyghur expatriates to return to the PRC or silence their dissent. ( 14) Both Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Former Secretary of State Michael Pompeo have stated that the Chinese Communist Party has committed genocide and crimes against humanity against Uyghurs and other ethnic and religious groups in the XUAR. ( PUBLIC DIPLOMACY IN THE ISLAMIC WORLD WITH RESPECT TO THE UYGHUR SITUATION. (a) In General.--The Secretary of State, working through the Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs, shall support, through the United States Speaker Program, human rights advocates representing Uyghurs and members of other ethnic and religious groups persecuted in the PRC, to speak at public diplomacy forums in Muslim-majority countries and other regions about issues regarding the human rights and religious freedom of Uyghurs and members of other ethnic and religious groups that are being persecuted in the PRC. ( b) Consultation Requirement.--The Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs shall consult with representatives of the global Uyghur community when selecting participants for the activity described in subsection (a). ( c) Form.--The strategy required under subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form. REQUIREMENT FOR UYGHUR LANGUAGE TRAINING. The Secretary of State shall ensure that-- (1) Uyghur language training is available to Foreign Service officers, as appropriate; and (2) every effort is being made to ensure that a Uyghur- speaking member of the Foreign Service (as described in section 103 of the Foreign Service Act of 1980 (22 U.S.C. 3903)) is assigned to United States diplomatic and consular missions in the PRC, Turkey, and other nations hosting Uyghur populations. UYGHUR CONSIDERATIONS AT THE UNITED NATIONS.

To support the human rights of Uyghurs and members of other ethnic groups residing primarily in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region and safeguard their distinct civilization and identity, and for other purposes. For centuries, these Turkic groups were not under Chinese rule. ( 6) The Chinese Communist Party has manipulated the strategic objectives of the international war on terror to mask their increasing cultural and religious oppression of the predominantly Muslim population residing in the XUAR. (7) Following unrest in the region, in 2014, the Chinese Communist Party launched its ``Strike Hard against Violent Extremism'' campaign, in which dubious allegations of widespread extremist activity were used as justification for gross human rights violations committed against members of the Uyghur community. ( 9) Uyghurs and Kazakhs who have secured citizenship or permanent residency outside of the PRC have attested to repeated threats, harassment, and surveillance by PRC officials. ( PUBLIC DIPLOMACY IN THE ISLAMIC WORLD WITH RESPECT TO THE UYGHUR SITUATION. ( c) Media Activities.--The Secretary of State, in consultation with the Chief Executive Officer of the United States Agency for Global Media should facilitate the unhindered dissemination of information to Muslim-majority countries about issues regarding the human rights and religious freedom of Uyghurs and members of other groups in the XUAR. (a) In General.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of State shall develop and submit to Congress a strategy to support and secure the release of political prisoners detained in the PRC. ( The Secretary of State shall ensure that-- (1) Uyghur language training is available to Foreign Service officers, as appropriate; and (2) every effort is being made to ensure that a Uyghur- speaking member of the Foreign Service (as described in section 103 of the Foreign Service Act of 1980 (22 U.S.C. 3903)) is assigned to United States diplomatic and consular missions in the PRC, Turkey, and other nations hosting Uyghur populations.

To support the human rights of Uyghurs and members of other ethnic groups residing primarily in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region and safeguard their distinct civilization and identity, and for other purposes. 4) The People's Republic of China (PRC) has ratified the International Covenant on Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights, done at New York December 16, 1966, and is thereby bound by its provisions. China has also signed the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. 6) The Chinese Communist Party has manipulated the strategic objectives of the international war on terror to mask their increasing cultural and religious oppression of the predominantly Muslim population residing in the XUAR. ( (10) Reporting from international news organizations has found that over the past decade, family members of Uyghurs living outside of the PRC who remain in the PRC have gone missing or have been detained to force Uyghur expatriates to return to the PRC or silence their dissent. ( 14) Both Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Former Secretary of State Michael Pompeo have stated that the Chinese Communist Party has committed genocide and crimes against humanity against Uyghurs and other ethnic and religious groups in the XUAR. ( PUBLIC DIPLOMACY IN THE ISLAMIC WORLD WITH RESPECT TO THE UYGHUR SITUATION. (a) In General.--The Secretary of State, working through the Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs, shall support, through the United States Speaker Program, human rights advocates representing Uyghurs and members of other ethnic and religious groups persecuted in the PRC, to speak at public diplomacy forums in Muslim-majority countries and other regions about issues regarding the human rights and religious freedom of Uyghurs and members of other ethnic and religious groups that are being persecuted in the PRC. ( b) Consultation Requirement.--The Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs shall consult with representatives of the global Uyghur community when selecting participants for the activity described in subsection (a). ( c) Form.--The strategy required under subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form. REQUIREMENT FOR UYGHUR LANGUAGE TRAINING. The Secretary of State shall ensure that-- (1) Uyghur language training is available to Foreign Service officers, as appropriate; and (2) every effort is being made to ensure that a Uyghur- speaking member of the Foreign Service (as described in section 103 of the Foreign Service Act of 1980 (22 U.S.C. 3903)) is assigned to United States diplomatic and consular missions in the PRC, Turkey, and other nations hosting Uyghur populations. UYGHUR CONSIDERATIONS AT THE UNITED NATIONS.

To support the human rights of Uyghurs and members of other ethnic groups residing primarily in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region and safeguard their distinct civilization and identity, and for other purposes. For centuries, these Turkic groups were not under Chinese rule. ( 6) The Chinese Communist Party has manipulated the strategic objectives of the international war on terror to mask their increasing cultural and religious oppression of the predominantly Muslim population residing in the XUAR. (7) Following unrest in the region, in 2014, the Chinese Communist Party launched its ``Strike Hard against Violent Extremism'' campaign, in which dubious allegations of widespread extremist activity were used as justification for gross human rights violations committed against members of the Uyghur community. ( 9) Uyghurs and Kazakhs who have secured citizenship or permanent residency outside of the PRC have attested to repeated threats, harassment, and surveillance by PRC officials. ( PUBLIC DIPLOMACY IN THE ISLAMIC WORLD WITH RESPECT TO THE UYGHUR SITUATION. ( c) Media Activities.--The Secretary of State, in consultation with the Chief Executive Officer of the United States Agency for Global Media should facilitate the unhindered dissemination of information to Muslim-majority countries about issues regarding the human rights and religious freedom of Uyghurs and members of other groups in the XUAR. (a) In General.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of State shall develop and submit to Congress a strategy to support and secure the release of political prisoners detained in the PRC. ( The Secretary of State shall ensure that-- (1) Uyghur language training is available to Foreign Service officers, as appropriate; and (2) every effort is being made to ensure that a Uyghur- speaking member of the Foreign Service (as described in section 103 of the Foreign Service Act of 1980 (22 U.S.C. 3903)) is assigned to United States diplomatic and consular missions in the PRC, Turkey, and other nations hosting Uyghur populations.

To support the human rights of Uyghurs and members of other ethnic groups residing primarily in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region and safeguard their distinct civilization and identity, and for other purposes. 14) Both Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Former Secretary of State Michael Pompeo have stated that the Chinese Communist Party has committed genocide and crimes against humanity against Uyghurs and other ethnic and religious groups in the XUAR. ( (a) In General.--The Secretary of State, working through the Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs, shall support, through the United States Speaker Program, human rights advocates representing Uyghurs and members of other ethnic and religious groups persecuted in the PRC, to speak at public diplomacy forums in Muslim-majority countries and other regions about issues regarding the human rights and religious freedom of Uyghurs and members of other ethnic and religious groups that are being persecuted in the PRC. ( The Secretary of State shall ensure that-- (1) Uyghur language training is available to Foreign Service officers, as appropriate; and (2) every effort is being made to ensure that a Uyghur- speaking member of the Foreign Service (as described in section 103 of the Foreign Service Act of 1980 (22 U.S.C. 3903)) is assigned to United States diplomatic and consular missions in the PRC, Turkey, and other nations hosting Uyghur populations.

H.R.7147

Taxation

Cost of War Act of 2022 This bill directs the Department of Defense (DOD) to post on its public website information relating to the cost to U.S. taxpayers of any overseas contingency operation conducted by the U.S. Armed Forces on or after September 18, 2001. DOD must update such information not later than 90 days after the end of each fiscal year.

To direct the Secretary of Defense to make publicly available on a website of the Department of Defense the cost to each United States taxpayer of certain contingency operations conducted by the United States Armed Forces, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Cost of War Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. PUBLIC AVAILABILITY OF COST OF CERTAIN MILITARY OPERATIONS TO EACH UNITED STATES TAXPAYER. Section 1090 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017 (Public Law 114-328) is amended-- (1) by inserting ``(a) Publication of Information.--'' before ``The Secretary of Defense''; (2) by striking ``of each of the wars in Afghanistan, Iraq, and Syria.'' and inserting ``of any overseas contingency operation conducted by the United States Armed Forces on or after September 18, 2001.''; and (3) by adding at the end the following new subsections: ``(b) Display of Information.--The information required to be posted under subsection (a) shall-- ``(1) be posted directly on the website of the Department of Defense, in an accessible and clear format; ``(2) include corresponding documentation as links or attachments; and ``(3) include, for each overseas contingency operation-- ``(A) both the total cost to each taxpayer, and the cost to each taxpayer for each fiscal year, of conducting the overseas contingency operation; ``(B) a list of countries where the overseas contingency operation has taken place; and ``(C) for each such country, both the total cost to each taxpayer, and the cost to each taxpayer for each fiscal year, of conducting the overseas contingency operation in that country. ``(c) Updates.--The Secretary shall ensure that all the information required to be posted under subsection (a) is updated by not later than 90 days after the last day of each fiscal year. ``(d) Contingency Operation Defined.--In this section, the term `contingency operation' has the meaning given such term in section 101(a)(13) of title 10, United States Code.''. <all>

Cost of War Act of 2022

To direct the Secretary of Defense to make publicly available on a website of the Department of Defense the cost to each United States taxpayer of certain contingency operations conducted by the United States Armed Forces, and for other purposes.

Cost of War Act of 2022

Rep. Williams, Nikema

D

GA

This bill directs the Department of Defense (DOD) to post on its public website information relating to the cost to U.S. taxpayers of any overseas contingency operation conducted by the U.S. Armed Forces on or after September 18, 2001. DOD must update such information not later than 90 days after the end of each fiscal year.

To direct the Secretary of Defense to make publicly available on a website of the Department of Defense the cost to each United States taxpayer of certain contingency operations conducted by the United States Armed Forces, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Cost of War Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. PUBLIC AVAILABILITY OF COST OF CERTAIN MILITARY OPERATIONS TO EACH UNITED STATES TAXPAYER. Section 1090 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017 (Public Law 114-328) is amended-- (1) by inserting ``(a) Publication of Information.--'' before ``The Secretary of Defense''; (2) by striking ``of each of the wars in Afghanistan, Iraq, and Syria.'' and inserting ``of any overseas contingency operation conducted by the United States Armed Forces on or after September 18, 2001.''; and (3) by adding at the end the following new subsections: ``(b) Display of Information.--The information required to be posted under subsection (a) shall-- ``(1) be posted directly on the website of the Department of Defense, in an accessible and clear format; ``(2) include corresponding documentation as links or attachments; and ``(3) include, for each overseas contingency operation-- ``(A) both the total cost to each taxpayer, and the cost to each taxpayer for each fiscal year, of conducting the overseas contingency operation; ``(B) a list of countries where the overseas contingency operation has taken place; and ``(C) for each such country, both the total cost to each taxpayer, and the cost to each taxpayer for each fiscal year, of conducting the overseas contingency operation in that country. ``(c) Updates.--The Secretary shall ensure that all the information required to be posted under subsection (a) is updated by not later than 90 days after the last day of each fiscal year. ``(d) Contingency Operation Defined.--In this section, the term `contingency operation' has the meaning given such term in section 101(a)(13) of title 10, United States Code.''. <all>

To direct the Secretary of Defense to make publicly available on a website of the Department of Defense the cost to each United States taxpayer of certain contingency operations conducted by the United States Armed Forces, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Cost of War Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. PUBLIC AVAILABILITY OF COST OF CERTAIN MILITARY OPERATIONS TO EACH UNITED STATES TAXPAYER. Section 1090 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017 (Public Law 114-328) is amended-- (1) by inserting ``(a) Publication of Information.--'' before ``The Secretary of Defense''; (2) by striking ``of each of the wars in Afghanistan, Iraq, and Syria.'' and inserting ``of any overseas contingency operation conducted by the United States Armed Forces on or after September 18, 2001.''; and (3) by adding at the end the following new subsections: ``(b) Display of Information.--The information required to be posted under subsection (a) shall-- ``(1) be posted directly on the website of the Department of Defense, in an accessible and clear format; ``(2) include corresponding documentation as links or attachments; and ``(3) include, for each overseas contingency operation-- ``(A) both the total cost to each taxpayer, and the cost to each taxpayer for each fiscal year, of conducting the overseas contingency operation; ``(B) a list of countries where the overseas contingency operation has taken place; and ``(C) for each such country, both the total cost to each taxpayer, and the cost to each taxpayer for each fiscal year, of conducting the overseas contingency operation in that country. ``(c) Updates.--The Secretary shall ensure that all the information required to be posted under subsection (a) is updated by not later than 90 days after the last day of each fiscal year. ``(d) Contingency Operation Defined.--In this section, the term `contingency operation' has the meaning given such term in section 101(a)(13) of title 10, United States Code.''. <all>

To direct the Secretary of Defense to make publicly available on a website of the Department of Defense the cost to each United States taxpayer of certain contingency operations conducted by the United States Armed Forces, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Cost of War Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. PUBLIC AVAILABILITY OF COST OF CERTAIN MILITARY OPERATIONS TO EACH UNITED STATES TAXPAYER. Section 1090 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017 (Public Law 114-328) is amended-- (1) by inserting ``(a) Publication of Information.--'' before ``The Secretary of Defense''; (2) by striking ``of each of the wars in Afghanistan, Iraq, and Syria.'' and inserting ``of any overseas contingency operation conducted by the United States Armed Forces on or after September 18, 2001.''; and (3) by adding at the end the following new subsections: ``(b) Display of Information.--The information required to be posted under subsection (a) shall-- ``(1) be posted directly on the website of the Department of Defense, in an accessible and clear format; ``(2) include corresponding documentation as links or attachments; and ``(3) include, for each overseas contingency operation-- ``(A) both the total cost to each taxpayer, and the cost to each taxpayer for each fiscal year, of conducting the overseas contingency operation; ``(B) a list of countries where the overseas contingency operation has taken place; and ``(C) for each such country, both the total cost to each taxpayer, and the cost to each taxpayer for each fiscal year, of conducting the overseas contingency operation in that country. ``(c) Updates.--The Secretary shall ensure that all the information required to be posted under subsection (a) is updated by not later than 90 days after the last day of each fiscal year. ``(d) Contingency Operation Defined.--In this section, the term `contingency operation' has the meaning given such term in section 101(a)(13) of title 10, United States Code.''. <all>

To direct the Secretary of Defense to make publicly available on a website of the Department of Defense the cost to each United States taxpayer of certain contingency operations conducted by the United States Armed Forces, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Cost of War Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. PUBLIC AVAILABILITY OF COST OF CERTAIN MILITARY OPERATIONS TO EACH UNITED STATES TAXPAYER. Section 1090 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017 (Public Law 114-328) is amended-- (1) by inserting ``(a) Publication of Information.--'' before ``The Secretary of Defense''; (2) by striking ``of each of the wars in Afghanistan, Iraq, and Syria.'' and inserting ``of any overseas contingency operation conducted by the United States Armed Forces on or after September 18, 2001.''; and (3) by adding at the end the following new subsections: ``(b) Display of Information.--The information required to be posted under subsection (a) shall-- ``(1) be posted directly on the website of the Department of Defense, in an accessible and clear format; ``(2) include corresponding documentation as links or attachments; and ``(3) include, for each overseas contingency operation-- ``(A) both the total cost to each taxpayer, and the cost to each taxpayer for each fiscal year, of conducting the overseas contingency operation; ``(B) a list of countries where the overseas contingency operation has taken place; and ``(C) for each such country, both the total cost to each taxpayer, and the cost to each taxpayer for each fiscal year, of conducting the overseas contingency operation in that country. ``(c) Updates.--The Secretary shall ensure that all the information required to be posted under subsection (a) is updated by not later than 90 days after the last day of each fiscal year. ``(d) Contingency Operation Defined.--In this section, the term `contingency operation' has the meaning given such term in section 101(a)(13) of title 10, United States Code.''. <all>

To direct the Secretary of Defense to make publicly available on a website of the Department of Defense the cost to each United States taxpayer of certain contingency operations conducted by the United States Armed Forces, and for other purposes. and inserting ``of any overseas contingency operation conducted by the United States Armed Forces on or after September 18, 2001. ``(c) Updates.--The Secretary shall ensure that all the information required to be posted under subsection (a) is updated by not later than 90 days after the last day of each fiscal year. ``(d) Contingency Operation Defined.--In this section, the term `contingency operation' has the meaning given such term in section 101(a)(13) of title 10, United States Code.''.

To direct the Secretary of Defense to make publicly available on a website of the Department of Defense the cost to each United States taxpayer of certain contingency operations conducted by the United States Armed Forces, and for other purposes. Section 1090 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017 (Public Law 114-328) is amended-- (1) by inserting ``(a) Publication of Information.--'' before ``The Secretary of Defense''; (2) by striking ``of each of the wars in Afghanistan, Iraq, and Syria.''

To direct the Secretary of Defense to make publicly available on a website of the Department of Defense the cost to each United States taxpayer of certain contingency operations conducted by the United States Armed Forces, and for other purposes. Section 1090 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017 (Public Law 114-328) is amended-- (1) by inserting ``(a) Publication of Information.--'' before ``The Secretary of Defense''; (2) by striking ``of each of the wars in Afghanistan, Iraq, and Syria.''

To direct the Secretary of Defense to make publicly available on a website of the Department of Defense the cost to each United States taxpayer of certain contingency operations conducted by the United States Armed Forces, and for other purposes. and inserting ``of any overseas contingency operation conducted by the United States Armed Forces on or after September 18, 2001. ``(c) Updates.--The Secretary shall ensure that all the information required to be posted under subsection (a) is updated by not later than 90 days after the last day of each fiscal year. ``(d) Contingency Operation Defined.--In this section, the term `contingency operation' has the meaning given such term in section 101(a)(13) of title 10, United States Code.''.

To direct the Secretary of Defense to make publicly available on a website of the Department of Defense the cost to each United States taxpayer of certain contingency operations conducted by the United States Armed Forces, and for other purposes. Section 1090 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017 (Public Law 114-328) is amended-- (1) by inserting ``(a) Publication of Information.--'' before ``The Secretary of Defense''; (2) by striking ``of each of the wars in Afghanistan, Iraq, and Syria.''

To direct the Secretary of Defense to make publicly available on a website of the Department of Defense the cost to each United States taxpayer of certain contingency operations conducted by the United States Armed Forces, and for other purposes. and inserting ``of any overseas contingency operation conducted by the United States Armed Forces on or after September 18, 2001. ``(c) Updates.--The Secretary shall ensure that all the information required to be posted under subsection (a) is updated by not later than 90 days after the last day of each fiscal year. ``(d) Contingency Operation Defined.--In this section, the term `contingency operation' has the meaning given such term in section 101(a)(13) of title 10, United States Code.''.

To direct the Secretary of Defense to make publicly available on a website of the Department of Defense the cost to each United States taxpayer of certain contingency operations conducted by the United States Armed Forces, and for other purposes. Section 1090 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017 (Public Law 114-328) is amended-- (1) by inserting ``(a) Publication of Information.--'' before ``The Secretary of Defense''; (2) by striking ``of each of the wars in Afghanistan, Iraq, and Syria.''

To direct the Secretary of Defense to make publicly available on a website of the Department of Defense the cost to each United States taxpayer of certain contingency operations conducted by the United States Armed Forces, and for other purposes. and inserting ``of any overseas contingency operation conducted by the United States Armed Forces on or after September 18, 2001. ``(c) Updates.--The Secretary shall ensure that all the information required to be posted under subsection (a) is updated by not later than 90 days after the last day of each fiscal year. ``(d) Contingency Operation Defined.--In this section, the term `contingency operation' has the meaning given such term in section 101(a)(13) of title 10, United States Code.''.

To direct the Secretary of Defense to make publicly available on a website of the Department of Defense the cost to each United States taxpayer of certain contingency operations conducted by the United States Armed Forces, and for other purposes. Section 1090 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017 (Public Law 114-328) is amended-- (1) by inserting ``(a) Publication of Information.--'' before ``The Secretary of Defense''; (2) by striking ``of each of the wars in Afghanistan, Iraq, and Syria.''

To direct the Secretary of Defense to make publicly available on a website of the Department of Defense the cost to each United States taxpayer of certain contingency operations conducted by the United States Armed Forces, and for other purposes. and inserting ``of any overseas contingency operation conducted by the United States Armed Forces on or after September 18, 2001. ``(c) Updates.--The Secretary shall ensure that all the information required to be posted under subsection (a) is updated by not later than 90 days after the last day of each fiscal year. ``(d) Contingency Operation Defined.--In this section, the term `contingency operation' has the meaning given such term in section 101(a)(13) of title 10, United States Code.''.

H.R.39

Armed Forces and National Security

Honoring Our WWII Merchant Mariners Act of 2021 This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to distribute a payment of $25,000 to U.S. merchant marines who engaged in qualified service during World War II. To be eligible, an individual must apply for the benefit and must not have received benefits under the Servicemen's Readjustment Act of 1944. The bill sets forth what constitutes qualified service, including time frame of service and licensing requirements.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish the Merchant Mariner Equity Compensation Fund to provide benefits to certain individuals who served in the United States merchant marine (including the Army Transport Service and the Naval Transport Service) during World War II. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Honoring Our WWII Merchant Mariners Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. PAYMENTS TO INDIVIDUALS WHO SERVED DURING WORLD WAR II IN THE UNITED STATES MERCHANT MARINE. (a) Establishment of Compensation Fund.--Subchapter II of chapter 5 of title 38, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``Sec. 533. Merchant Mariner Equity Compensation Fund ``(a) Compensation Fund.--(1) There is in the general fund of the Treasury a fund to be known as the `Merchant Mariner Equity Compensation Fund' (in this section referred to as the `compensation fund'). ``(2) Subject to the availability of appropriations for such purpose, amounts in the compensation fund shall be available to the Secretary without fiscal year limitation to make payments to eligible individuals in accordance with this section. ``(b) Eligible Individuals.--(1) An eligible individual is an individual who-- ``(A) during the one-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this section, submits to the Secretary an application containing such information and assurances as the Secretary may require; ``(B) has not received benefits under the Servicemen's Readjustment Act of 1944 (Public Law 78-346); and ``(C) has engaged in qualified service. ``(2) For purposes of paragraph (1), a person has engaged in qualified service if, between December 7, 1941, and December 31, 1946, the person-- ``(A) was a member of the United States merchant marine (including the Army Transport Service and the Naval Transport Service) serving as a crewmember of a vessel that was-- ``(i) operated by the War Shipping Administration or the Office of Defense Transportation (or an agent of the Administration or Office); ``(ii) operated in waters other than inland waters, the Great Lakes, and other lakes, bays, and harbors of the United States; ``(iii) under contract or charter to, or property of, the Government of the United States; and ``(iv) serving the Armed Forces; and ``(B) while so serving, was licensed or otherwise documented for service as a crewmember of such a vessel by an officer or employee of the United States authorized to license or document the person for such service. ``(3) In determining the information and assurances required in the application pursuant to paragraph (1)(A), the Secretary shall accept a DD-214 form as proof of qualified service. ``(c) Amount of Payment.--The Secretary shall make one payment out of the compensation fund in the amount of $25,000 to an eligible individual. The Secretary shall make such a payment to eligible individuals in the order in which the Secretary receives the applications of the eligible individuals. ``(d) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2022 $125,000,000 for the compensation fund. Such amount shall remain available until expended. ``(e) Reports.--The Secretary shall include, in documents submitted to Congress by the Secretary in support of the President's budget for each fiscal year, detailed information on the operation of the compensation fund, including the number of applicants, the number of eligible individuals receiving benefits, the amounts paid out of the compensation fund, the administration of the compensation fund, and an estimate of the amounts necessary to fully fund the compensation fund for that fiscal year and each of the three subsequent fiscal years. ``(f) Regulations.--The Secretary shall prescribe regulations to carry out this section.''. (b) Regulations.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall prescribe the regulations required under section 532(f) of title 38, United States Code, as added by subsection (a). (c) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by inserting after the item related to section 532 the following new item: ``533. Merchant Mariner Equity Compensation Fund.''. <all>

Honoring Our WWII Merchant Mariners Act of 2021

To amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish the Merchant Mariner Equity Compensation Fund to provide benefits to certain individuals who served in the United States merchant marine (including the Army Transport Service and the Naval Transport Service) during World War II.

Honoring Our WWII Merchant Mariners Act of 2021

Rep. Green, Al

D

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This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to distribute a payment of $25,000 to U.S. merchant marines who engaged in qualified service during World War II. To be eligible, an individual must apply for the benefit and must not have received benefits under the Servicemen's Readjustment Act of 1944. The bill sets forth what constitutes qualified service, including time frame of service and 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. This Act may be cited as the ``Honoring Our WWII Merchant Mariners Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. PAYMENTS TO INDIVIDUALS WHO SERVED DURING WORLD WAR II IN THE UNITED STATES MERCHANT MARINE. 533. ``(2) For purposes of paragraph (1), a person has engaged in qualified service if, between December 7, 1941, and December 31, 1946, the person-- ``(A) was a member of the United States merchant marine (including the Army Transport Service and the Naval Transport Service) serving as a crewmember of a vessel that was-- ``(i) operated by the War Shipping Administration or the Office of Defense Transportation (or an agent of the Administration or Office); ``(ii) operated in waters other than inland waters, the Great Lakes, and other lakes, bays, and harbors of the United States; ``(iii) under contract or charter to, or property of, the Government of the United States; and ``(iv) serving the Armed Forces; and ``(B) while so serving, was licensed or otherwise documented for service as a crewmember of such a vessel by an officer or employee of the United States authorized to license or document the person for such service. ``(3) In determining the information and assurances required in the application pursuant to paragraph (1)(A), the Secretary shall accept a DD-214 form as proof of qualified service. The Secretary shall make such a payment to eligible individuals in the order in which the Secretary receives the applications of the eligible individuals. ``(d) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2022 $125,000,000 for the compensation fund. Such amount shall remain available until expended. ``(e) Reports.--The Secretary shall include, in documents submitted to Congress by the Secretary in support of the President's budget for each fiscal year, detailed information on the operation of the compensation fund, including the number of applicants, the number of eligible individuals receiving benefits, the amounts paid out of the compensation fund, the administration of the compensation fund, and an estimate of the amounts necessary to fully fund the compensation fund for that fiscal year and each of the three subsequent fiscal years. ``(f) Regulations.--The Secretary shall prescribe regulations to carry out this section.''. (b) Regulations.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall prescribe the regulations required under section 532(f) of title 38, United States Code, as added by subsection (a). (c) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by inserting after the item related to section 532 the following new item: ``533. Merchant Mariner Equity Compensation Fund.''.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Honoring Our WWII Merchant Mariners Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. 533. ``(2) For purposes of paragraph (1), a person has engaged in qualified service if, between December 7, 1941, and December 31, 1946, the person-- ``(A) was a member of the United States merchant marine (including the Army Transport Service and the Naval Transport Service) serving as a crewmember of a vessel that was-- ``(i) operated by the War Shipping Administration or the Office of Defense Transportation (or an agent of the Administration or Office); ``(ii) operated in waters other than inland waters, the Great Lakes, and other lakes, bays, and harbors of the United States; ``(iii) under contract or charter to, or property of, the Government of the United States; and ``(iv) serving the Armed Forces; and ``(B) while so serving, was licensed or otherwise documented for service as a crewmember of such a vessel by an officer or employee of the United States authorized to license or document the person for such service. ``(3) In determining the information and assurances required in the application pursuant to paragraph (1)(A), the Secretary shall accept a DD-214 form as proof of qualified service. The Secretary shall make such a payment to eligible individuals in the order in which the Secretary receives the applications of the eligible individuals. ``(d) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2022 $125,000,000 for the compensation fund. Such amount shall remain available until expended. ``(f) Regulations.--The Secretary shall prescribe regulations to carry out this section.''. (b) Regulations.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall prescribe the regulations required under section 532(f) of title 38, United States Code, as added by subsection (a). (c) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by inserting after the item related to section 532 the following new item: ``533. Merchant Mariner Equity Compensation Fund.''.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish the Merchant Mariner Equity Compensation Fund to provide benefits to certain individuals who served in the United States merchant marine (including the Army Transport Service and the Naval Transport Service) during World War II. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Honoring Our WWII Merchant Mariners Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. PAYMENTS TO INDIVIDUALS WHO SERVED DURING WORLD WAR II IN THE UNITED STATES MERCHANT MARINE. (a) Establishment of Compensation Fund.--Subchapter II of chapter 5 of title 38, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``Sec. 533. Merchant Mariner Equity Compensation Fund ``(a) Compensation Fund.--(1) There is in the general fund of the Treasury a fund to be known as the `Merchant Mariner Equity Compensation Fund' (in this section referred to as the `compensation fund'). ``(2) Subject to the availability of appropriations for such purpose, amounts in the compensation fund shall be available to the Secretary without fiscal year limitation to make payments to eligible individuals in accordance with this section. ``(b) Eligible Individuals.--(1) An eligible individual is an individual who-- ``(A) during the one-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this section, submits to the Secretary an application containing such information and assurances as the Secretary may require; ``(B) has not received benefits under the Servicemen's Readjustment Act of 1944 (Public Law 78-346); and ``(C) has engaged in qualified service. ``(2) For purposes of paragraph (1), a person has engaged in qualified service if, between December 7, 1941, and December 31, 1946, the person-- ``(A) was a member of the United States merchant marine (including the Army Transport Service and the Naval Transport Service) serving as a crewmember of a vessel that was-- ``(i) operated by the War Shipping Administration or the Office of Defense Transportation (or an agent of the Administration or Office); ``(ii) operated in waters other than inland waters, the Great Lakes, and other lakes, bays, and harbors of the United States; ``(iii) under contract or charter to, or property of, the Government of the United States; and ``(iv) serving the Armed Forces; and ``(B) while so serving, was licensed or otherwise documented for service as a crewmember of such a vessel by an officer or employee of the United States authorized to license or document the person for such service. ``(3) In determining the information and assurances required in the application pursuant to paragraph (1)(A), the Secretary shall accept a DD-214 form as proof of qualified service. ``(c) Amount of Payment.--The Secretary shall make one payment out of the compensation fund in the amount of $25,000 to an eligible individual. The Secretary shall make such a payment to eligible individuals in the order in which the Secretary receives the applications of the eligible individuals. ``(d) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2022 $125,000,000 for the compensation fund. Such amount shall remain available until expended. ``(e) Reports.--The Secretary shall include, in documents submitted to Congress by the Secretary in support of the President's budget for each fiscal year, detailed information on the operation of the compensation fund, including the number of applicants, the number of eligible individuals receiving benefits, the amounts paid out of the compensation fund, the administration of the compensation fund, and an estimate of the amounts necessary to fully fund the compensation fund for that fiscal year and each of the three subsequent fiscal years. ``(f) Regulations.--The Secretary shall prescribe regulations to carry out this section.''. (b) Regulations.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall prescribe the regulations required under section 532(f) of title 38, United States Code, as added by subsection (a). (c) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by inserting after the item related to section 532 the following new item: ``533. Merchant Mariner Equity Compensation Fund.''. <all>

To amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish the Merchant Mariner Equity Compensation Fund to provide benefits to certain individuals who served in the United States merchant marine (including the Army Transport Service and the Naval Transport Service) during World War II. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Honoring Our WWII Merchant Mariners Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. PAYMENTS TO INDIVIDUALS WHO SERVED DURING WORLD WAR II IN THE UNITED STATES MERCHANT MARINE. (a) Establishment of Compensation Fund.--Subchapter II of chapter 5 of title 38, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``Sec. 533. Merchant Mariner Equity Compensation Fund ``(a) Compensation Fund.--(1) There is in the general fund of the Treasury a fund to be known as the `Merchant Mariner Equity Compensation Fund' (in this section referred to as the `compensation fund'). ``(2) Subject to the availability of appropriations for such purpose, amounts in the compensation fund shall be available to the Secretary without fiscal year limitation to make payments to eligible individuals in accordance with this section. ``(b) Eligible Individuals.--(1) An eligible individual is an individual who-- ``(A) during the one-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this section, submits to the Secretary an application containing such information and assurances as the Secretary may require; ``(B) has not received benefits under the Servicemen's Readjustment Act of 1944 (Public Law 78-346); and ``(C) has engaged in qualified service. ``(2) For purposes of paragraph (1), a person has engaged in qualified service if, between December 7, 1941, and December 31, 1946, the person-- ``(A) was a member of the United States merchant marine (including the Army Transport Service and the Naval Transport Service) serving as a crewmember of a vessel that was-- ``(i) operated by the War Shipping Administration or the Office of Defense Transportation (or an agent of the Administration or Office); ``(ii) operated in waters other than inland waters, the Great Lakes, and other lakes, bays, and harbors of the United States; ``(iii) under contract or charter to, or property of, the Government of the United States; and ``(iv) serving the Armed Forces; and ``(B) while so serving, was licensed or otherwise documented for service as a crewmember of such a vessel by an officer or employee of the United States authorized to license or document the person for such service. ``(3) In determining the information and assurances required in the application pursuant to paragraph (1)(A), the Secretary shall accept a DD-214 form as proof of qualified service. ``(c) Amount of Payment.--The Secretary shall make one payment out of the compensation fund in the amount of $25,000 to an eligible individual. The Secretary shall make such a payment to eligible individuals in the order in which the Secretary receives the applications of the eligible individuals. ``(d) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2022 $125,000,000 for the compensation fund. Such amount shall remain available until expended. ``(e) Reports.--The Secretary shall include, in documents submitted to Congress by the Secretary in support of the President's budget for each fiscal year, detailed information on the operation of the compensation fund, including the number of applicants, the number of eligible individuals receiving benefits, the amounts paid out of the compensation fund, the administration of the compensation fund, and an estimate of the amounts necessary to fully fund the compensation fund for that fiscal year and each of the three subsequent fiscal years. ``(f) Regulations.--The Secretary shall prescribe regulations to carry out this section.''. (b) Regulations.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall prescribe the regulations required under section 532(f) of title 38, United States Code, as added by subsection (a). (c) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by inserting after the item related to section 532 the following new item: ``533. Merchant Mariner Equity Compensation Fund.''. <all>

To amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish the Merchant Mariner Equity Compensation Fund to provide benefits to certain individuals who served in the United States merchant marine (including the Army Transport Service and the Naval Transport Service) during World War II. ``(2) Subject to the availability of appropriations for such purpose, amounts in the compensation fund shall be available to the Secretary without fiscal year limitation to make payments to eligible individuals in accordance with this section. ``(b) Eligible Individuals.--(1) An eligible individual is an individual who-- ``(A) during the one-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this section, submits to the Secretary an application containing such information and assurances as the Secretary may require; ``(B) has not received benefits under the Servicemen's Readjustment Act of 1944 (Public Law 78-346); and ``(C) has engaged in qualified service. ``(3) In determining the information and assurances required in the application pursuant to paragraph (1)(A), the Secretary shall accept a DD-214 form as proof of qualified service. ``(c) Amount of Payment.--The Secretary shall make one payment out of the compensation fund in the amount of $25,000 to an eligible individual. b) Regulations.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall prescribe the regulations required under section 532(f) of title 38, United States Code, as added by subsection (a). (

To amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish the Merchant Mariner Equity Compensation Fund to provide benefits to certain individuals who served in the United States merchant marine (including the Army Transport Service and the Naval Transport Service) during World War II. ``(b) Eligible Individuals.--(1) An eligible individual is an individual who-- ``(A) during the one-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this section, submits to the Secretary an application containing such information and assurances as the Secretary may require; ``(B) has not received benefits under the Servicemen's Readjustment Act of 1944 (Public Law 78-346); and ``(C) has engaged in qualified service. ``(3) In determining the information and assurances required in the application pursuant to paragraph (1)(A), the Secretary shall accept a DD-214 form as proof of qualified service. ``(c) Amount of Payment.--The Secretary shall make one payment out of the compensation fund in the amount of $25,000 to an eligible individual. (b) Regulations.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall prescribe the regulations required under section 532(f) of title 38, United States Code, as added by subsection (a). ( c) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by inserting after the item related to section 532 the following new item: ``533.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish the Merchant Mariner Equity Compensation Fund to provide benefits to certain individuals who served in the United States merchant marine (including the Army Transport Service and the Naval Transport Service) during World War II. ``(b) Eligible Individuals.--(1) An eligible individual is an individual who-- ``(A) during the one-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this section, submits to the Secretary an application containing such information and assurances as the Secretary may require; ``(B) has not received benefits under the Servicemen's Readjustment Act of 1944 (Public Law 78-346); and ``(C) has engaged in qualified service. ``(3) In determining the information and assurances required in the application pursuant to paragraph (1)(A), the Secretary shall accept a DD-214 form as proof of qualified service. ``(c) Amount of Payment.--The Secretary shall make one payment out of the compensation fund in the amount of $25,000 to an eligible individual. (b) Regulations.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall prescribe the regulations required under section 532(f) of title 38, United States Code, as added by subsection (a). ( c) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by inserting after the item related to section 532 the following new item: ``533.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish the Merchant Mariner Equity Compensation Fund to provide benefits to certain individuals who served in the United States merchant marine (including the Army Transport Service and the Naval Transport Service) during World War II. ``(2) Subject to the availability of appropriations for such purpose, amounts in the compensation fund shall be available to the Secretary without fiscal year limitation to make payments to eligible individuals in accordance with this section. ``(b) Eligible Individuals.--(1) An eligible individual is an individual who-- ``(A) during the one-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this section, submits to the Secretary an application containing such information and assurances as the Secretary may require; ``(B) has not received benefits under the Servicemen's Readjustment Act of 1944 (Public Law 78-346); and ``(C) has engaged in qualified service. ``(3) In determining the information and assurances required in the application pursuant to paragraph (1)(A), the Secretary shall accept a DD-214 form as proof of qualified service. ``(c) Amount of Payment.--The Secretary shall make one payment out of the compensation fund in the amount of $25,000 to an eligible individual. b) Regulations.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall prescribe the regulations required under section 532(f) of title 38, United States Code, as added by subsection (a). (

To amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish the Merchant Mariner Equity Compensation Fund to provide benefits to certain individuals who served in the United States merchant marine (including the Army Transport Service and the Naval Transport Service) during World War II. ``(b) Eligible Individuals.--(1) An eligible individual is an individual who-- ``(A) during the one-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this section, submits to the Secretary an application containing such information and assurances as the Secretary may require; ``(B) has not received benefits under the Servicemen's Readjustment Act of 1944 (Public Law 78-346); and ``(C) has engaged in qualified service. ``(3) In determining the information and assurances required in the application pursuant to paragraph (1)(A), the Secretary shall accept a DD-214 form as proof of qualified service. ``(c) Amount of Payment.--The Secretary shall make one payment out of the compensation fund in the amount of $25,000 to an eligible individual. (b) Regulations.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall prescribe the regulations required under section 532(f) of title 38, United States Code, as added by subsection (a). ( c) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by inserting after the item related to section 532 the following new item: ``533.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish the Merchant Mariner Equity Compensation Fund to provide benefits to certain individuals who served in the United States merchant marine (including the Army Transport Service and the Naval Transport Service) during World War II. ``(2) Subject to the availability of appropriations for such purpose, amounts in the compensation fund shall be available to the Secretary without fiscal year limitation to make payments to eligible individuals in accordance with this section. ``(b) Eligible Individuals.--(1) An eligible individual is an individual who-- ``(A) during the one-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this section, submits to the Secretary an application containing such information and assurances as the Secretary may require; ``(B) has not received benefits under the Servicemen's Readjustment Act of 1944 (Public Law 78-346); and ``(C) has engaged in qualified service. ``(3) In determining the information and assurances required in the application pursuant to paragraph (1)(A), the Secretary shall accept a DD-214 form as proof of qualified service. ``(c) Amount of Payment.--The Secretary shall make one payment out of the compensation fund in the amount of $25,000 to an eligible individual. b) Regulations.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall prescribe the regulations required under section 532(f) of title 38, United States Code, as added by subsection (a). (

To amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish the Merchant Mariner Equity Compensation Fund to provide benefits to certain individuals who served in the United States merchant marine (including the Army Transport Service and the Naval Transport Service) during World War II. ``(b) Eligible Individuals.--(1) An eligible individual is an individual who-- ``(A) during the one-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this section, submits to the Secretary an application containing such information and assurances as the Secretary may require; ``(B) has not received benefits under the Servicemen's Readjustment Act of 1944 (Public Law 78-346); and ``(C) has engaged in qualified service. ``(3) In determining the information and assurances required in the application pursuant to paragraph (1)(A), the Secretary shall accept a DD-214 form as proof of qualified service. ``(c) Amount of Payment.--The Secretary shall make one payment out of the compensation fund in the amount of $25,000 to an eligible individual. (b) Regulations.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall prescribe the regulations required under section 532(f) of title 38, United States Code, as added by subsection (a). ( c) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by inserting after the item related to section 532 the following new item: ``533.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish the Merchant Mariner Equity Compensation Fund to provide benefits to certain individuals who served in the United States merchant marine (including the Army Transport Service and the Naval Transport Service) during World War II. ``(2) Subject to the availability of appropriations for such purpose, amounts in the compensation fund shall be available to the Secretary without fiscal year limitation to make payments to eligible individuals in accordance with this section. ``(b) Eligible Individuals.--(1) An eligible individual is an individual who-- ``(A) during the one-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this section, submits to the Secretary an application containing such information and assurances as the Secretary may require; ``(B) has not received benefits under the Servicemen's Readjustment Act of 1944 (Public Law 78-346); and ``(C) has engaged in qualified service. ``(3) In determining the information and assurances required in the application pursuant to paragraph (1)(A), the Secretary shall accept a DD-214 form as proof of qualified service. ``(c) Amount of Payment.--The Secretary shall make one payment out of the compensation fund in the amount of $25,000 to an eligible individual. b) Regulations.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall prescribe the regulations required under section 532(f) of title 38, United States Code, as added by subsection (a). (

To amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish the Merchant Mariner Equity Compensation Fund to provide benefits to certain individuals who served in the United States merchant marine (including the Army Transport Service and the Naval Transport Service) during World War II. ``(b) Eligible Individuals.--(1) An eligible individual is an individual who-- ``(A) during the one-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this section, submits to the Secretary an application containing such information and assurances as the Secretary may require; ``(B) has not received benefits under the Servicemen's Readjustment Act of 1944 (Public Law 78-346); and ``(C) has engaged in qualified service. ``(3) In determining the information and assurances required in the application pursuant to paragraph (1)(A), the Secretary shall accept a DD-214 form as proof of qualified service. ``(c) Amount of Payment.--The Secretary shall make one payment out of the compensation fund in the amount of $25,000 to an eligible individual. (b) Regulations.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall prescribe the regulations required under section 532(f) of title 38, United States Code, as added by subsection (a). ( c) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by inserting after the item related to section 532 the following new item: ``533.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish the Merchant Mariner Equity Compensation Fund to provide benefits to certain individuals who served in the United States merchant marine (including the Army Transport Service and the Naval Transport Service) during World War II. ``(2) Subject to the availability of appropriations for such purpose, amounts in the compensation fund shall be available to the Secretary without fiscal year limitation to make payments to eligible individuals in accordance with this section. ``(b) Eligible Individuals.--(1) An eligible individual is an individual who-- ``(A) during the one-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this section, submits to the Secretary an application containing such information and assurances as the Secretary may require; ``(B) has not received benefits under the Servicemen's Readjustment Act of 1944 (Public Law 78-346); and ``(C) has engaged in qualified service. ``(3) In determining the information and assurances required in the application pursuant to paragraph (1)(A), the Secretary shall accept a DD-214 form as proof of qualified service. ``(c) Amount of Payment.--The Secretary shall make one payment out of the compensation fund in the amount of $25,000 to an eligible individual. b) Regulations.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall prescribe the regulations required under section 532(f) of title 38, United States Code, as added by subsection (a). (

H.R.5920

Taxation

Veteran Entrepreneurs Act of 2021 This bill allows a business-related tax credit of 25% of up to $400,000 of the franchise fees paid or incurred by an eligible veteran for the purchase of a franchise. The bill reduces the amount of such credit if the veteran does not own 100% of the stock or capital or profits interest of the franchisee. An eligible veteran is a person who served in the active military, naval, or air service; was discharged or released under conditions other than dishonorable; and who pays or incurs a franchise fee in connection with a franchise agreement with a franchisor. The veteran may elect to transfer the credit to an eligible franchisor in exchange for a discount in the franchise fee commensurate with the value of the credit. The Small Business Administration and the Department of Veterans Affairs must provide information about the tax credit allowed by this bill to veterans service organizations and veteran advocacy groups.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow tax credits to veterans for the establishment of franchises. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Veteran Entrepreneurs Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. VETERANS FRANCHISING CREDIT. (a) In General.--Subpart D of part IV of subchapter A of chapter 1 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``SEC. 45U. VETERANS FRANCHISING CREDIT. ``(a) Veterans Franchise Fee Credit.-- ``(1) In general.--For purposes of section 38 and subject to the limitation set forth in paragraph (2), in the case of an eligible veteran or business owned by an eligible veteran, the veterans franchise fee credit determined under this section for the taxable year is an amount equal to 25 percent of the qualified franchise fee paid or incurred by an eligible veteran in connection with the purchase of a franchise. ``(2) Limitation.--The amount of qualified franchise fee taken into account under paragraph (1) shall not exceed $400,000. ``(b) Reduction Where Franchise Not 100-Percent Veteran Owned.--In the case of any franchise in which veterans do not own 100 percent of the stock or the capital or profits interests of the franchisee, the veterans franchise fee credit under subsection (a) shall be the amount which bears the same ration to the amount determined under subsection (a) (without regard to this subsection) as-- ``(1) the stock or capital or profits interests of the franchise held by veterans, bears to ``(2) the total stock or capital or profits interests of the franchisee. For purposes of this subsection, the spouse of a veteran shall be treated as a veteran. ``(c) Qualified Franchise Fee.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified franchise fee' means any one-time fee required by the franchisor when entering into a franchise agreement with a veteran as the franchisee. ``(d) Other Definitions.--For purposes of this section, the terms `franchise', `franchisee', `franchisor', and `franchise fee' have the meanings given such terms in part 436 of title 16, Code of Federal Regulations. ``(e) Eligible Veteran.--For purposes of this section, the term `eligible veteran' means a person who served in the active military, naval, or air service, and who was discharged or released therefrom under conditions other than dishonorable who pays or incurs a `qualified franchise fee' in connection with a franchise agreement with a franchisor. ``(f) Transfer of Credit.--With respect to the credit under subsection (a) for any taxable year, an eligible veteran may elect to transfer the credit to an eligible franchisor in exchange for a discount in the franchise fee commensurate with the value of the credit. In such case, the franchisor specified in such election shall be treated as the taxpayer for purposes of this title with respect to such credit (or such portion thereof). For purposes of this subsection, the term `eligible franchisor' means the person who grants a franchise to the eligible veteran and participates in the franchise agreement. ``(g) Election.--This section shall not apply to a taxpayer for any taxable year if such taxpayer elects to have this section not apply for such taxable year.''. (b) Credit To Be Part of General Business Credit.--Section 38(b) of such Code is amended by striking ``plus'' at the end of paragraph (32), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (33) and inserting ``, plus'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(34) the veterans franchise fee credit determined under section 45U(a).''. (c) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for subpart D of part IV of subchapter A of chapter 1 of such Code is amended by adding at the end the following new item: ``Sec. 45U. Veterans franchising credit.''. (d) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2020. SEC. 3. PUBLICATION OF INFORMATION BY DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS AND SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION. The Administrator of the Small Business Administration and the Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall publicize in mailings and brochures sent to veterans service organizations and veteran advocacy groups information regarding discounted franchise fees under section 45U of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and other information about the program established under amendments made by this Act. <all>

Veteran Entrepreneurs Act of 2021

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow tax credits to veterans for the establishment of franchises.

Veteran Entrepreneurs Act of 2021

Rep. Brownley, Julia

D

CA

This bill allows a business-related tax credit of 25% of up to $400,000 of the franchise fees paid or incurred by an eligible veteran for the purchase of a franchise. The bill reduces the amount of such credit if the veteran does not own 100% of the stock or capital or profits interest of the franchisee. An eligible veteran is a person who served in the active military, naval, or air service; was discharged or released under conditions other than dishonorable; and who pays or incurs a franchise fee in connection with a franchise agreement with a franchisor. The veteran may elect to transfer the credit to an eligible franchisor in exchange for a discount in the franchise fee commensurate with the value of the credit. The Small Business Administration and the Department of Veterans Affairs must provide information about the tax credit allowed by this bill to veterans service organizations and veteran advocacy 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 ``Veteran Entrepreneurs Act of 2021''. 2. (a) In General.--Subpart D of part IV of subchapter A of chapter 1 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``SEC. VETERANS FRANCHISING CREDIT. ``(2) Limitation.--The amount of qualified franchise fee taken into account under paragraph (1) shall not exceed $400,000. ``(b) Reduction Where Franchise Not 100-Percent Veteran Owned.--In the case of any franchise in which veterans do not own 100 percent of the stock or the capital or profits interests of the franchisee, the veterans franchise fee credit under subsection (a) shall be the amount which bears the same ration to the amount determined under subsection (a) (without regard to this subsection) as-- ``(1) the stock or capital or profits interests of the franchise held by veterans, bears to ``(2) the total stock or capital or profits interests of the franchisee. ``(c) Qualified Franchise Fee.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified franchise fee' means any one-time fee required by the franchisor when entering into a franchise agreement with a veteran as the franchisee. ``(e) Eligible Veteran.--For purposes of this section, the term `eligible veteran' means a person who served in the active military, naval, or air service, and who was discharged or released therefrom under conditions other than dishonorable who pays or incurs a `qualified franchise fee' in connection with a franchise agreement with a franchisor. ``(f) Transfer of Credit.--With respect to the credit under subsection (a) for any taxable year, an eligible veteran may elect to transfer the credit to an eligible franchisor in exchange for a discount in the franchise fee commensurate with the value of the credit. In such case, the franchisor specified in such election shall be treated as the taxpayer for purposes of this title with respect to such credit (or such portion thereof). For purposes of this subsection, the term `eligible franchisor' means the person who grants a franchise to the eligible veteran and participates in the franchise agreement. ``(g) Election.--This section shall not apply to a taxpayer for any taxable year if such taxpayer elects to have this section not apply for such taxable year.''. (b) Credit To Be Part of General Business Credit.--Section 38(b) of such Code is amended by striking ``plus'' at the end of paragraph (32), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (33) and inserting ``, plus'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(34) the veterans franchise fee credit determined under section 45U(a).''. 45U. (d) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2020. SEC. 3. PUBLICATION OF INFORMATION BY DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS AND SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Veteran Entrepreneurs Act of 2021''. 2. (a) In General.--Subpart D of part IV of subchapter A of chapter 1 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``SEC. VETERANS FRANCHISING CREDIT. ``(2) Limitation.--The amount of qualified franchise fee taken into account under paragraph (1) shall not exceed $400,000. ``(b) Reduction Where Franchise Not 100-Percent Veteran Owned.--In the case of any franchise in which veterans do not own 100 percent of the stock or the capital or profits interests of the franchisee, the veterans franchise fee credit under subsection (a) shall be the amount which bears the same ration to the amount determined under subsection (a) (without regard to this subsection) as-- ``(1) the stock or capital or profits interests of the franchise held by veterans, bears to ``(2) the total stock or capital or profits interests of the franchisee. ``(c) Qualified Franchise Fee.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified franchise fee' means any one-time fee required by the franchisor when entering into a franchise agreement with a veteran as the franchisee. ``(e) Eligible Veteran.--For purposes of this section, the term `eligible veteran' means a person who served in the active military, naval, or air service, and who was discharged or released therefrom under conditions other than dishonorable who pays or incurs a `qualified franchise fee' in connection with a franchise agreement with a franchisor. For purposes of this subsection, the term `eligible franchisor' means the person who grants a franchise to the eligible veteran and participates in the franchise agreement. ``(g) Election.--This section shall not apply to a taxpayer for any taxable year if such taxpayer elects to have this section not apply for such taxable year.''. 45U. (d) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2020. SEC. 3. PUBLICATION OF INFORMATION BY DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS AND SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow tax credits to veterans for the establishment of franchises. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Veteran Entrepreneurs Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. VETERANS FRANCHISING CREDIT. (a) In General.--Subpart D of part IV of subchapter A of chapter 1 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``SEC. 45U. VETERANS FRANCHISING CREDIT. ``(a) Veterans Franchise Fee Credit.-- ``(1) In general.--For purposes of section 38 and subject to the limitation set forth in paragraph (2), in the case of an eligible veteran or business owned by an eligible veteran, the veterans franchise fee credit determined under this section for the taxable year is an amount equal to 25 percent of the qualified franchise fee paid or incurred by an eligible veteran in connection with the purchase of a franchise. ``(2) Limitation.--The amount of qualified franchise fee taken into account under paragraph (1) shall not exceed $400,000. ``(b) Reduction Where Franchise Not 100-Percent Veteran Owned.--In the case of any franchise in which veterans do not own 100 percent of the stock or the capital or profits interests of the franchisee, the veterans franchise fee credit under subsection (a) shall be the amount which bears the same ration to the amount determined under subsection (a) (without regard to this subsection) as-- ``(1) the stock or capital or profits interests of the franchise held by veterans, bears to ``(2) the total stock or capital or profits interests of the franchisee. For purposes of this subsection, the spouse of a veteran shall be treated as a veteran. ``(c) Qualified Franchise Fee.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified franchise fee' means any one-time fee required by the franchisor when entering into a franchise agreement with a veteran as the franchisee. ``(d) Other Definitions.--For purposes of this section, the terms `franchise', `franchisee', `franchisor', and `franchise fee' have the meanings given such terms in part 436 of title 16, Code of Federal Regulations. ``(e) Eligible Veteran.--For purposes of this section, the term `eligible veteran' means a person who served in the active military, naval, or air service, and who was discharged or released therefrom under conditions other than dishonorable who pays or incurs a `qualified franchise fee' in connection with a franchise agreement with a franchisor. ``(f) Transfer of Credit.--With respect to the credit under subsection (a) for any taxable year, an eligible veteran may elect to transfer the credit to an eligible franchisor in exchange for a discount in the franchise fee commensurate with the value of the credit. In such case, the franchisor specified in such election shall be treated as the taxpayer for purposes of this title with respect to such credit (or such portion thereof). For purposes of this subsection, the term `eligible franchisor' means the person who grants a franchise to the eligible veteran and participates in the franchise agreement. ``(g) Election.--This section shall not apply to a taxpayer for any taxable year if such taxpayer elects to have this section not apply for such taxable year.''. (b) Credit To Be Part of General Business Credit.--Section 38(b) of such Code is amended by striking ``plus'' at the end of paragraph (32), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (33) and inserting ``, plus'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(34) the veterans franchise fee credit determined under section 45U(a).''. (c) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for subpart D of part IV of subchapter A of chapter 1 of such Code is amended by adding at the end the following new item: ``Sec. 45U. Veterans franchising credit.''. (d) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2020. SEC. 3. PUBLICATION OF INFORMATION BY DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS AND SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION. The Administrator of the Small Business Administration and the Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall publicize in mailings and brochures sent to veterans service organizations and veteran advocacy groups information regarding discounted franchise fees under section 45U of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and other information about the program established under amendments made by this Act. <all>

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow tax credits to veterans for the establishment of franchises. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Veteran Entrepreneurs Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. VETERANS FRANCHISING CREDIT. (a) In General.--Subpart D of part IV of subchapter A of chapter 1 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``SEC. 45U. VETERANS FRANCHISING CREDIT. ``(a) Veterans Franchise Fee Credit.-- ``(1) In general.--For purposes of section 38 and subject to the limitation set forth in paragraph (2), in the case of an eligible veteran or business owned by an eligible veteran, the veterans franchise fee credit determined under this section for the taxable year is an amount equal to 25 percent of the qualified franchise fee paid or incurred by an eligible veteran in connection with the purchase of a franchise. ``(2) Limitation.--The amount of qualified franchise fee taken into account under paragraph (1) shall not exceed $400,000. ``(b) Reduction Where Franchise Not 100-Percent Veteran Owned.--In the case of any franchise in which veterans do not own 100 percent of the stock or the capital or profits interests of the franchisee, the veterans franchise fee credit under subsection (a) shall be the amount which bears the same ration to the amount determined under subsection (a) (without regard to this subsection) as-- ``(1) the stock or capital or profits interests of the franchise held by veterans, bears to ``(2) the total stock or capital or profits interests of the franchisee. For purposes of this subsection, the spouse of a veteran shall be treated as a veteran. ``(c) Qualified Franchise Fee.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified franchise fee' means any one-time fee required by the franchisor when entering into a franchise agreement with a veteran as the franchisee. ``(d) Other Definitions.--For purposes of this section, the terms `franchise', `franchisee', `franchisor', and `franchise fee' have the meanings given such terms in part 436 of title 16, Code of Federal Regulations. ``(e) Eligible Veteran.--For purposes of this section, the term `eligible veteran' means a person who served in the active military, naval, or air service, and who was discharged or released therefrom under conditions other than dishonorable who pays or incurs a `qualified franchise fee' in connection with a franchise agreement with a franchisor. ``(f) Transfer of Credit.--With respect to the credit under subsection (a) for any taxable year, an eligible veteran may elect to transfer the credit to an eligible franchisor in exchange for a discount in the franchise fee commensurate with the value of the credit. In such case, the franchisor specified in such election shall be treated as the taxpayer for purposes of this title with respect to such credit (or such portion thereof). For purposes of this subsection, the term `eligible franchisor' means the person who grants a franchise to the eligible veteran and participates in the franchise agreement. ``(g) Election.--This section shall not apply to a taxpayer for any taxable year if such taxpayer elects to have this section not apply for such taxable year.''. (b) Credit To Be Part of General Business Credit.--Section 38(b) of such Code is amended by striking ``plus'' at the end of paragraph (32), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (33) and inserting ``, plus'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(34) the veterans franchise fee credit determined under section 45U(a).''. (c) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for subpart D of part IV of subchapter A of chapter 1 of such Code is amended by adding at the end the following new item: ``Sec. 45U. Veterans franchising credit.''. (d) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2020. SEC. 3. PUBLICATION OF INFORMATION BY DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS AND SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION. The Administrator of the Small Business Administration and the Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall publicize in mailings and brochures sent to veterans service organizations and veteran advocacy groups information regarding discounted franchise fees under section 45U of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and other information about the program established under amendments made by this Act. <all>

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow tax credits to veterans for the establishment of franchises. ``(a) Veterans Franchise Fee Credit.-- ``(1) In general.--For purposes of section 38 and subject to the limitation set forth in paragraph (2), in the case of an eligible veteran or business owned by an eligible veteran, the veterans franchise fee credit determined under this section for the taxable year is an amount equal to 25 percent of the qualified franchise fee paid or incurred by an eligible veteran in connection with the purchase of a franchise. ``(b) Reduction Where Franchise Not 100-Percent Veteran Owned.--In the case of any franchise in which veterans do not own 100 percent of the stock or the capital or profits interests of the franchisee, the veterans franchise fee credit under subsection (a) shall be the amount which bears the same ration to the amount determined under subsection (a) (without regard to this subsection) as-- ``(1) the stock or capital or profits interests of the franchise held by veterans, bears to ``(2) the total stock or capital or profits interests of the franchisee. ``(e) Eligible Veteran.--For purposes of this section, the term `eligible veteran' means a person who served in the active military, naval, or air service, and who was discharged or released therefrom under conditions other than dishonorable who pays or incurs a `qualified franchise fee' in connection with a franchise agreement with a franchisor. ``(f) Transfer of Credit.--With respect to the credit under subsection (a) for any taxable year, an eligible veteran may elect to transfer the credit to an eligible franchisor in exchange for a discount in the franchise fee commensurate with the value of the credit. b) Credit To Be Part of General Business Credit.--Section 38(b) of such Code is amended by striking ``plus'' at the end of paragraph (32), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (33) and inserting ``, plus'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(34) the veterans franchise fee credit determined under section 45U(a).''. ( PUBLICATION OF INFORMATION BY DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS AND SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION. The Administrator of the Small Business Administration and the Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall publicize in mailings and brochures sent to veterans service organizations and veteran advocacy groups information regarding discounted franchise fees under section 45U of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and other information about the program established under amendments made by this Act.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow tax credits to veterans for the establishment of franchises. VETERANS FRANCHISING CREDIT. ( ``(a) Veterans Franchise Fee Credit.-- ``(1) In general.--For purposes of section 38 and subject to the limitation set forth in paragraph (2), in the case of an eligible veteran or business owned by an eligible veteran, the veterans franchise fee credit determined under this section for the taxable year is an amount equal to 25 percent of the qualified franchise fee paid or incurred by an eligible veteran in connection with the purchase of a franchise. ``(e) Eligible Veteran.--For purposes of this section, the term `eligible veteran' means a person who served in the active military, naval, or air service, and who was discharged or released therefrom under conditions other than dishonorable who pays or incurs a `qualified franchise fee' in connection with a franchise agreement with a franchisor. b) Credit To Be Part of General Business Credit.--Section 38(b) of such Code is amended by striking ``plus'' at the end of paragraph (32), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (33) and inserting ``, plus'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(34) the veterans franchise fee credit determined under section 45U(a).''. ( d) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2020.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow tax credits to veterans for the establishment of franchises. VETERANS FRANCHISING CREDIT. ( ``(a) Veterans Franchise Fee Credit.-- ``(1) In general.--For purposes of section 38 and subject to the limitation set forth in paragraph (2), in the case of an eligible veteran or business owned by an eligible veteran, the veterans franchise fee credit determined under this section for the taxable year is an amount equal to 25 percent of the qualified franchise fee paid or incurred by an eligible veteran in connection with the purchase of a franchise. ``(e) Eligible Veteran.--For purposes of this section, the term `eligible veteran' means a person who served in the active military, naval, or air service, and who was discharged or released therefrom under conditions other than dishonorable who pays or incurs a `qualified franchise fee' in connection with a franchise agreement with a franchisor. b) Credit To Be Part of General Business Credit.--Section 38(b) of such Code is amended by striking ``plus'' at the end of paragraph (32), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (33) and inserting ``, plus'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(34) the veterans franchise fee credit determined under section 45U(a).''. ( d) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2020.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow tax credits to veterans for the establishment of franchises. ``(a) Veterans Franchise Fee Credit.-- ``(1) In general.--For purposes of section 38 and subject to the limitation set forth in paragraph (2), in the case of an eligible veteran or business owned by an eligible veteran, the veterans franchise fee credit determined under this section for the taxable year is an amount equal to 25 percent of the qualified franchise fee paid or incurred by an eligible veteran in connection with the purchase of a franchise. ``(b) Reduction Where Franchise Not 100-Percent Veteran Owned.--In the case of any franchise in which veterans do not own 100 percent of the stock or the capital or profits interests of the franchisee, the veterans franchise fee credit under subsection (a) shall be the amount which bears the same ration to the amount determined under subsection (a) (without regard to this subsection) as-- ``(1) the stock or capital or profits interests of the franchise held by veterans, bears to ``(2) the total stock or capital or profits interests of the franchisee. ``(e) Eligible Veteran.--For purposes of this section, the term `eligible veteran' means a person who served in the active military, naval, or air service, and who was discharged or released therefrom under conditions other than dishonorable who pays or incurs a `qualified franchise fee' in connection with a franchise agreement with a franchisor. ``(f) Transfer of Credit.--With respect to the credit under subsection (a) for any taxable year, an eligible veteran may elect to transfer the credit to an eligible franchisor in exchange for a discount in the franchise fee commensurate with the value of the credit. b) Credit To Be Part of General Business Credit.--Section 38(b) of such Code is amended by striking ``plus'' at the end of paragraph (32), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (33) and inserting ``, plus'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(34) the veterans franchise fee credit determined under section 45U(a).''. ( PUBLICATION OF INFORMATION BY DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS AND SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION. The Administrator of the Small Business Administration and the Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall publicize in mailings and brochures sent to veterans service organizations and veteran advocacy groups information regarding discounted franchise fees under section 45U of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and other information about the program established under amendments made by this Act.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow tax credits to veterans for the establishment of franchises. VETERANS FRANCHISING CREDIT. ( ``(a) Veterans Franchise Fee Credit.-- ``(1) In general.--For purposes of section 38 and subject to the limitation set forth in paragraph (2), in the case of an eligible veteran or business owned by an eligible veteran, the veterans franchise fee credit determined under this section for the taxable year is an amount equal to 25 percent of the qualified franchise fee paid or incurred by an eligible veteran in connection with the purchase of a franchise. ``(e) Eligible Veteran.--For purposes of this section, the term `eligible veteran' means a person who served in the active military, naval, or air service, and who was discharged or released therefrom under conditions other than dishonorable who pays or incurs a `qualified franchise fee' in connection with a franchise agreement with a franchisor. b) Credit To Be Part of General Business Credit.--Section 38(b) of such Code is amended by striking ``plus'' at the end of paragraph (32), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (33) and inserting ``, plus'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(34) the veterans franchise fee credit determined under section 45U(a).''. ( d) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2020.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow tax credits to veterans for the establishment of franchises. ``(a) Veterans Franchise Fee Credit.-- ``(1) In general.--For purposes of section 38 and subject to the limitation set forth in paragraph (2), in the case of an eligible veteran or business owned by an eligible veteran, the veterans franchise fee credit determined under this section for the taxable year is an amount equal to 25 percent of the qualified franchise fee paid or incurred by an eligible veteran in connection with the purchase of a franchise. ``(b) Reduction Where Franchise Not 100-Percent Veteran Owned.--In the case of any franchise in which veterans do not own 100 percent of the stock or the capital or profits interests of the franchisee, the veterans franchise fee credit under subsection (a) shall be the amount which bears the same ration to the amount determined under subsection (a) (without regard to this subsection) as-- ``(1) the stock or capital or profits interests of the franchise held by veterans, bears to ``(2) the total stock or capital or profits interests of the franchisee. ``(e) Eligible Veteran.--For purposes of this section, the term `eligible veteran' means a person who served in the active military, naval, or air service, and who was discharged or released therefrom under conditions other than dishonorable who pays or incurs a `qualified franchise fee' in connection with a franchise agreement with a franchisor. ``(f) Transfer of Credit.--With respect to the credit under subsection (a) for any taxable year, an eligible veteran may elect to transfer the credit to an eligible franchisor in exchange for a discount in the franchise fee commensurate with the value of the credit. b) Credit To Be Part of General Business Credit.--Section 38(b) of such Code is amended by striking ``plus'' at the end of paragraph (32), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (33) and inserting ``, plus'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(34) the veterans franchise fee credit determined under section 45U(a).''. ( PUBLICATION OF INFORMATION BY DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS AND SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION. The Administrator of the Small Business Administration and the Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall publicize in mailings and brochures sent to veterans service organizations and veteran advocacy groups information regarding discounted franchise fees under section 45U of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and other information about the program established under amendments made by this Act.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow tax credits to veterans for the establishment of franchises. VETERANS FRANCHISING CREDIT. ( ``(a) Veterans Franchise Fee Credit.-- ``(1) In general.--For purposes of section 38 and subject to the limitation set forth in paragraph (2), in the case of an eligible veteran or business owned by an eligible veteran, the veterans franchise fee credit determined under this section for the taxable year is an amount equal to 25 percent of the qualified franchise fee paid or incurred by an eligible veteran in connection with the purchase of a franchise. ``(e) Eligible Veteran.--For purposes of this section, the term `eligible veteran' means a person who served in the active military, naval, or air service, and who was discharged or released therefrom under conditions other than dishonorable who pays or incurs a `qualified franchise fee' in connection with a franchise agreement with a franchisor. b) Credit To Be Part of General Business Credit.--Section 38(b) of such Code is amended by striking ``plus'' at the end of paragraph (32), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (33) and inserting ``, plus'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(34) the veterans franchise fee credit determined under section 45U(a).''. ( d) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2020.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow tax credits to veterans for the establishment of franchises. ``(a) Veterans Franchise Fee Credit.-- ``(1) In general.--For purposes of section 38 and subject to the limitation set forth in paragraph (2), in the case of an eligible veteran or business owned by an eligible veteran, the veterans franchise fee credit determined under this section for the taxable year is an amount equal to 25 percent of the qualified franchise fee paid or incurred by an eligible veteran in connection with the purchase of a franchise. ``(b) Reduction Where Franchise Not 100-Percent Veteran Owned.--In the case of any franchise in which veterans do not own 100 percent of the stock or the capital or profits interests of the franchisee, the veterans franchise fee credit under subsection (a) shall be the amount which bears the same ration to the amount determined under subsection (a) (without regard to this subsection) as-- ``(1) the stock or capital or profits interests of the franchise held by veterans, bears to ``(2) the total stock or capital or profits interests of the franchisee. ``(e) Eligible Veteran.--For purposes of this section, the term `eligible veteran' means a person who served in the active military, naval, or air service, and who was discharged or released therefrom under conditions other than dishonorable who pays or incurs a `qualified franchise fee' in connection with a franchise agreement with a franchisor. ``(f) Transfer of Credit.--With respect to the credit under subsection (a) for any taxable year, an eligible veteran may elect to transfer the credit to an eligible franchisor in exchange for a discount in the franchise fee commensurate with the value of the credit. b) Credit To Be Part of General Business Credit.--Section 38(b) of such Code is amended by striking ``plus'' at the end of paragraph (32), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (33) and inserting ``, plus'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(34) the veterans franchise fee credit determined under section 45U(a).''. ( PUBLICATION OF INFORMATION BY DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS AND SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION. The Administrator of the Small Business Administration and the Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall publicize in mailings and brochures sent to veterans service organizations and veteran advocacy groups information regarding discounted franchise fees under section 45U of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and other information about the program established under amendments made by this Act.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow tax credits to veterans for the establishment of franchises. VETERANS FRANCHISING CREDIT. ( ``(a) Veterans Franchise Fee Credit.-- ``(1) In general.--For purposes of section 38 and subject to the limitation set forth in paragraph (2), in the case of an eligible veteran or business owned by an eligible veteran, the veterans franchise fee credit determined under this section for the taxable year is an amount equal to 25 percent of the qualified franchise fee paid or incurred by an eligible veteran in connection with the purchase of a franchise. ``(e) Eligible Veteran.--For purposes of this section, the term `eligible veteran' means a person who served in the active military, naval, or air service, and who was discharged or released therefrom under conditions other than dishonorable who pays or incurs a `qualified franchise fee' in connection with a franchise agreement with a franchisor. b) Credit To Be Part of General Business Credit.--Section 38(b) of such Code is amended by striking ``plus'' at the end of paragraph (32), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (33) and inserting ``, plus'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(34) the veterans franchise fee credit determined under section 45U(a).''. ( d) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2020.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow tax credits to veterans for the establishment of franchises. ``(a) Veterans Franchise Fee Credit.-- ``(1) In general.--For purposes of section 38 and subject to the limitation set forth in paragraph (2), in the case of an eligible veteran or business owned by an eligible veteran, the veterans franchise fee credit determined under this section for the taxable year is an amount equal to 25 percent of the qualified franchise fee paid or incurred by an eligible veteran in connection with the purchase of a franchise. ``(f) Transfer of Credit.--With respect to the credit under subsection (a) for any taxable year, an eligible veteran may elect to transfer the credit to an eligible franchisor in exchange for a discount in the franchise fee commensurate with the value of the credit. The Administrator of the Small Business Administration and the Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall publicize in mailings and brochures sent to veterans service organizations and veteran advocacy groups information regarding discounted franchise fees under section 45U of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and other information about the program established under amendments made by this Act.

H.R.4147

Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

This bill provides for the award of a Congressional Gold Medal to Billie Jean King in recognition of her courageous and groundbreaking leadership advancing equal rights for women and the LGBTQ community in athletics, education, and our society.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Billie Jean King, in recognition of her contribution to the Nation and her courageous and groundbreaking leadership advancing equal rights for women and the LGBTQ community in athletics, education, and our society. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Billie Jean King, born Billie Jean Moffit, on November 22, 1943, in Long Beach, California, was the first child of Betty (nee Jerman) and Bill Moffitt. (2) Billie Jean demonstrated athletic prowess from a young age. She was introduced to tennis at the age of 11, and soon after, Billie Jean purchased her first tennis racket using money she earned working various jobs in her neighborhood. (3) After becoming involved with tennis, Billie Jean observed inequities within the sport and realized she could use tennis as a platform--if she became number one. From then on, Billie Jean was determined to become a top athlete in her sport. (4) Billie Jean broke numerous barriers to become a number one professional tennis player. She dominated women's tennis with 39 Grand Slam singles, doubles, and mixed doubles titles, including a record 20 championships at Wimbledon. She also was a member of three World TeamTennis championship teams. (5) After growing in prominence, Billie Jean used her platform as a celebrity to fight for equal rights and opportunities for equality for all genders in sports--and society--in the United States. (6) Billie Jean played an instrumental role in the passage of Title IX, a law that mandates equal funding for women's and men's sports programs in schools and colleges. This legislation has unlocked a world of opportunities for girls and women in education and sports. (7) During Billie Jean's career, the pay difference between prize money for men and women in tennis continued to expand. By the early 1970s, the pay gap in prize money reached ratios of as much as 12 to one. Fewer and fewer tournaments were hosting women's events. Realizing that she would not have support from mainstream tennis organizations, Billie Jean harnessed the energy of the women's rights movement to create a women's tennis tour that would elevate women's tennis and establish pay equity within the sport. Along with eight other women tennis players, Billie Jean risked it all and formed an independent women's professional tennis circuit, the Virginia Slims Tournament, and a player's union that would help achieve greater equality in prize money and recognition for women in sports. (8) In 1971, Billie Jean became the first woman in sports history to make $100,000 in earnings in a single year. (9) In 1972, Billie Jean was also the first tennis player to be named Sports Illustrated's Sportsperson of the Year and the first woman to receive the honor. (10) Billie Jean founded the Women's Tennis Association, a successor to the Virginia Slims Series, and today's principal governing body for women's professional tennis. (11) Billie Jean helped found womenSports magazine and founded the Women's Sports Foundation. Both have been at the forefront of advancing women's voice in sports. (12) In 1973, Billie Jean played a tennis match against Bobby Riggs, a top-ranked player through the 1940s who sought to undermine the credibility and prominence of women in sports. Billie Jean defeated Riggs in what became a firm declaration of women's role in sports and society. (13) Billie Jean was one of the first women athletes to identify as lesbian, and has courageously challenged negative stereotypes and championed the visibility and inclusion of the LGBTQ community. (14) Billie Jean King was named one of the ``100 Most Important Americans of the 20th Century'' by LIFE magazine. (15) Billie Jean King is the recipient of the 1999 Arthur Ashe Award for Courage. (16) Billie Jean's excellence has earned her place in the International Women's Sports Hall of Fame, the International Tennis Hall of Fame, and the National Women's Hall of Fame. (17) In 2006, the United States Tennis Association recognized Billie Jean's immeasurable impact on the sport of tennis by renaming the site of the US Open in her honor as the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, which is located in Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens, New York. This was the first time a major sporting complex was named after a woman. (18) Billie Jean King has received honorary degrees from colleges and universities across the Nation, including the University of Pennsylvania, Dartmouth College, the University of Massachusetts Amherst, and Northwestern University, amongst others. (19) Billie Jean's commitment and tireless advocacy to expand women's tennis, created groundbreaking opportunities, financial and otherwise, for women not only in tennis but across women's sports. She has paved the way for others, including today's famed tennis champion duo, sisters Venus and Serena Williams. (20) Billie Jean believes in changing hearts and minds, and through her talent, tenacity, and advocacy she changed how women are perceived worldwide. (21) In 2009, Billie Jean was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the Nation's highest civilian honor, by President Barack Obama for her impactful work advocating for the rights of women and the LGBTQ community. She was the first female athlete to receive this honor. (22) In 2014, Billie Jean King founded an inclusive leadership non-profit organization to promote and transform equality in the workplace worldwide. The Billie Jean King Leadership Initiative aims to empower companies and individuals to create inclusive work environments that celebrate and promote diversity to increase representation, maximize our efficiency, and tap into the unlimited potential of talent in our world. (23) Billie Jean King's extraordinary courage, leadership, and activism helped propel the women's movement forward, and open doors for countless Americans regardless of gender, race, class or sexual orientation. On and off the court, Billie Jean has served as an inspiration to millions of people the world over. Few women and men have had a greater impact on their sport and on our society than Billie Jean King. SEC. 2. 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 gold medal of appropriate design, to Billie Jean King, in recognition of her contribution to the Nation and her courageous and groundbreaking leadership advancing equal rights for women and the LGBTQ community in athletics, education, and our society. (b) Design and Striking.--For the purpose of the presentation referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereinafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike a gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions to be determined by the Secretary. SEC. 3. DUPLICATE MEDALS. Under such regulations as the Secretary may prescribe, the Secretary may strike and sell duplicates in bronze of the gold medal struck pursuant to section 2 at a price sufficient to cover the cost of the bronze medals (including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, and overhead expenses). SEC. 4. NATIONAL MEDALS. The medals struck under this Act are national medals for purposes of chapter 51 of title 31, United States Code. <all>

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Billie Jean King, in recognition of her contribution to the Nation and her courageous and groundbreaking leadership advancing equal rights for women and the LGBTQ community in athletics, education, and our society.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Billie Jean King, in recognition of her contribution to the Nation and her courageous and groundbreaking leadership advancing equal rights for women and the LGBTQ community in athletics, education, and our society.

Official Titles - House of Representatives Official Title as Introduced To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Billie Jean King, in recognition of her contribution to the Nation and her courageous and groundbreaking leadership advancing equal rights for women and the LGBTQ community in athletics, education, and our society.

Rep. Lowenthal, Alan S.

D

CA

This bill provides for the award of a Congressional Gold Medal to Billie Jean King in recognition of her courageous and groundbreaking leadership advancing equal rights for women and the LGBTQ community in athletics, education, and our society.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Billie Jean King, in recognition of her contribution to the Nation and her courageous and groundbreaking leadership advancing equal rights for women and the LGBTQ community in athletics, education, and our society. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. FINDINGS. She was introduced to tennis at the age of 11, and soon after, Billie Jean purchased her first tennis racket using money she earned working various jobs in her neighborhood. (4) Billie Jean broke numerous barriers to become a number one professional tennis player. She dominated women's tennis with 39 Grand Slam singles, doubles, and mixed doubles titles, including a record 20 championships at Wimbledon. She also was a member of three World TeamTennis championship teams. By the early 1970s, the pay gap in prize money reached ratios of as much as 12 to one. Fewer and fewer tournaments were hosting women's events. Billie Jean defeated Riggs in what became a firm declaration of women's role in sports and society. (14) Billie Jean King was named one of the ``100 Most Important Americans of the 20th Century'' by LIFE magazine. (16) Billie Jean's excellence has earned her place in the International Women's Sports Hall of Fame, the International Tennis Hall of Fame, and the National Women's Hall of Fame. (18) Billie Jean King has received honorary degrees from colleges and universities across the Nation, including the University of Pennsylvania, Dartmouth College, the University of Massachusetts Amherst, and Northwestern University, amongst others. She has paved the way for others, including today's famed tennis champion duo, sisters Venus and Serena Williams. She was the first female athlete to receive this honor. (22) In 2014, Billie Jean King founded an inclusive leadership non-profit organization to promote and transform equality in the workplace worldwide. (23) Billie Jean King's extraordinary courage, leadership, and activism helped propel the women's movement forward, and open doors for countless Americans regardless of gender, race, class or sexual orientation. Few women and men have had a greater impact on their sport and on our society than Billie Jean King. 2. (b) Design and Striking.--For the purpose of the presentation referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereinafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike a gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions to be determined by the Secretary. 3. DUPLICATE MEDALS. Under such regulations as the Secretary may prescribe, the Secretary may strike and sell duplicates in bronze of the gold medal struck pursuant to section 2 at a price sufficient to cover the cost of the bronze medals (including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, and overhead expenses). SEC. 4. NATIONAL MEDALS.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Billie Jean King, in recognition of her contribution to the Nation and her courageous and groundbreaking leadership advancing equal rights for women and the LGBTQ community in athletics, education, and our society. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. FINDINGS. She was introduced to tennis at the age of 11, and soon after, Billie Jean purchased her first tennis racket using money she earned working various jobs in her neighborhood. (4) Billie Jean broke numerous barriers to become a number one professional tennis player. She dominated women's tennis with 39 Grand Slam singles, doubles, and mixed doubles titles, including a record 20 championships at Wimbledon. She also was a member of three World TeamTennis championship teams. By the early 1970s, the pay gap in prize money reached ratios of as much as 12 to one. Fewer and fewer tournaments were hosting women's events. (14) Billie Jean King was named one of the ``100 Most Important Americans of the 20th Century'' by LIFE magazine. (16) Billie Jean's excellence has earned her place in the International Women's Sports Hall of Fame, the International Tennis Hall of Fame, and the National Women's Hall of Fame. (18) Billie Jean King has received honorary degrees from colleges and universities across the Nation, including the University of Pennsylvania, Dartmouth College, the University of Massachusetts Amherst, and Northwestern University, amongst others. She was the first female athlete to receive this honor. (22) In 2014, Billie Jean King founded an inclusive leadership non-profit organization to promote and transform equality in the workplace worldwide. Few women and men have had a greater impact on their sport and on our society than Billie Jean King. 2. (b) Design and Striking.--For the purpose of the presentation referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereinafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike a gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions to be determined by the Secretary. 3. DUPLICATE MEDALS. SEC. 4. NATIONAL MEDALS.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Billie Jean King, in recognition of her contribution to the Nation and her courageous and groundbreaking leadership advancing equal rights for women and the LGBTQ community in athletics, education, and our society. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Billie Jean King, born Billie Jean Moffit, on November 22, 1943, in Long Beach, California, was the first child of Betty (nee Jerman) and Bill Moffitt. She was introduced to tennis at the age of 11, and soon after, Billie Jean purchased her first tennis racket using money she earned working various jobs in her neighborhood. (4) Billie Jean broke numerous barriers to become a number one professional tennis player. She dominated women's tennis with 39 Grand Slam singles, doubles, and mixed doubles titles, including a record 20 championships at Wimbledon. She also was a member of three World TeamTennis championship teams. This legislation has unlocked a world of opportunities for girls and women in education and sports. By the early 1970s, the pay gap in prize money reached ratios of as much as 12 to one. Fewer and fewer tournaments were hosting women's events. Realizing that she would not have support from mainstream tennis organizations, Billie Jean harnessed the energy of the women's rights movement to create a women's tennis tour that would elevate women's tennis and establish pay equity within the sport. (8) In 1971, Billie Jean became the first woman in sports history to make $100,000 in earnings in a single year. (10) Billie Jean founded the Women's Tennis Association, a successor to the Virginia Slims Series, and today's principal governing body for women's professional tennis. (12) In 1973, Billie Jean played a tennis match against Bobby Riggs, a top-ranked player through the 1940s who sought to undermine the credibility and prominence of women in sports. Billie Jean defeated Riggs in what became a firm declaration of women's role in sports and society. (14) Billie Jean King was named one of the ``100 Most Important Americans of the 20th Century'' by LIFE magazine. (16) Billie Jean's excellence has earned her place in the International Women's Sports Hall of Fame, the International Tennis Hall of Fame, and the National Women's Hall of Fame. (18) Billie Jean King has received honorary degrees from colleges and universities across the Nation, including the University of Pennsylvania, Dartmouth College, the University of Massachusetts Amherst, and Northwestern University, amongst others. She has paved the way for others, including today's famed tennis champion duo, sisters Venus and Serena Williams. (20) Billie Jean believes in changing hearts and minds, and through her talent, tenacity, and advocacy she changed how women are perceived worldwide. She was the first female athlete to receive this honor. (22) In 2014, Billie Jean King founded an inclusive leadership non-profit organization to promote and transform equality in the workplace worldwide. The Billie Jean King Leadership Initiative aims to empower companies and individuals to create inclusive work environments that celebrate and promote diversity to increase representation, maximize our efficiency, and tap into the unlimited potential of talent in our world. (23) Billie Jean King's extraordinary courage, leadership, and activism helped propel the women's movement forward, and open doors for countless Americans regardless of gender, race, class or sexual orientation. On and off the court, Billie Jean has served as an inspiration to millions of people the world over. Few women and men have had a greater impact on their sport and on our society than Billie Jean King. 2. (b) Design and Striking.--For the purpose of the presentation referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereinafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike a gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions to be determined by the Secretary. 3. DUPLICATE MEDALS. Under such regulations as the Secretary may prescribe, the Secretary may strike and sell duplicates in bronze of the gold medal struck pursuant to section 2 at a price sufficient to cover the cost of the bronze medals (including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, and overhead expenses). SEC. 4. NATIONAL MEDALS.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Billie Jean King, in recognition of her contribution to the Nation and her courageous and groundbreaking leadership advancing equal rights for women and the LGBTQ community in athletics, education, and our society. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Billie Jean King, born Billie Jean Moffit, on November 22, 1943, in Long Beach, California, was the first child of Betty (nee Jerman) and Bill Moffitt. (2) Billie Jean demonstrated athletic prowess from a young age. She was introduced to tennis at the age of 11, and soon after, Billie Jean purchased her first tennis racket using money she earned working various jobs in her neighborhood. (3) After becoming involved with tennis, Billie Jean observed inequities within the sport and realized she could use tennis as a platform--if she became number one. (4) Billie Jean broke numerous barriers to become a number one professional tennis player. She dominated women's tennis with 39 Grand Slam singles, doubles, and mixed doubles titles, including a record 20 championships at Wimbledon. She also was a member of three World TeamTennis championship teams. (6) Billie Jean played an instrumental role in the passage of Title IX, a law that mandates equal funding for women's and men's sports programs in schools and colleges. This legislation has unlocked a world of opportunities for girls and women in education and sports. (7) During Billie Jean's career, the pay difference between prize money for men and women in tennis continued to expand. By the early 1970s, the pay gap in prize money reached ratios of as much as 12 to one. Fewer and fewer tournaments were hosting women's events. Realizing that she would not have support from mainstream tennis organizations, Billie Jean harnessed the energy of the women's rights movement to create a women's tennis tour that would elevate women's tennis and establish pay equity within the sport. (8) In 1971, Billie Jean became the first woman in sports history to make $100,000 in earnings in a single year. (10) Billie Jean founded the Women's Tennis Association, a successor to the Virginia Slims Series, and today's principal governing body for women's professional tennis. Both have been at the forefront of advancing women's voice in sports. (12) In 1973, Billie Jean played a tennis match against Bobby Riggs, a top-ranked player through the 1940s who sought to undermine the credibility and prominence of women in sports. Billie Jean defeated Riggs in what became a firm declaration of women's role in sports and society. (13) Billie Jean was one of the first women athletes to identify as lesbian, and has courageously challenged negative stereotypes and championed the visibility and inclusion of the LGBTQ community. (14) Billie Jean King was named one of the ``100 Most Important Americans of the 20th Century'' by LIFE magazine. (15) Billie Jean King is the recipient of the 1999 Arthur Ashe Award for Courage. (16) Billie Jean's excellence has earned her place in the International Women's Sports Hall of Fame, the International Tennis Hall of Fame, and the National Women's Hall of Fame. (17) In 2006, the United States Tennis Association recognized Billie Jean's immeasurable impact on the sport of tennis by renaming the site of the US Open in her honor as the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, which is located in Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens, New York. This was the first time a major sporting complex was named after a woman. (18) Billie Jean King has received honorary degrees from colleges and universities across the Nation, including the University of Pennsylvania, Dartmouth College, the University of Massachusetts Amherst, and Northwestern University, amongst others. (19) Billie Jean's commitment and tireless advocacy to expand women's tennis, created groundbreaking opportunities, financial and otherwise, for women not only in tennis but across women's sports. She has paved the way for others, including today's famed tennis champion duo, sisters Venus and Serena Williams. (20) Billie Jean believes in changing hearts and minds, and through her talent, tenacity, and advocacy she changed how women are perceived worldwide. (21) In 2009, Billie Jean was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the Nation's highest civilian honor, by President Barack Obama for her impactful work advocating for the rights of women and the LGBTQ community. She was the first female athlete to receive this honor. (22) In 2014, Billie Jean King founded an inclusive leadership non-profit organization to promote and transform equality in the workplace worldwide. The Billie Jean King Leadership Initiative aims to empower companies and individuals to create inclusive work environments that celebrate and promote diversity to increase representation, maximize our efficiency, and tap into the unlimited potential of talent in our world. (23) Billie Jean King's extraordinary courage, leadership, and activism helped propel the women's movement forward, and open doors for countless Americans regardless of gender, race, class or sexual orientation. On and off the court, Billie Jean has served as an inspiration to millions of people the world over. Few women and men have had a greater impact on their sport and on our society than Billie Jean King. 2. (b) Design and Striking.--For the purpose of the presentation referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereinafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike a gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions to be determined by the Secretary. 3. DUPLICATE MEDALS. Under such regulations as the Secretary may prescribe, the Secretary may strike and sell duplicates in bronze of the gold medal struck pursuant to section 2 at a price sufficient to cover the cost of the bronze medals (including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, and overhead expenses). SEC. 4. NATIONAL MEDALS.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Billie Jean King, in recognition of her contribution to the Nation and her courageous and groundbreaking leadership advancing equal rights for women and the LGBTQ community in athletics, education, and our society. 3) After becoming involved with tennis, Billie Jean observed inequities within the sport and realized she could use tennis as a platform--if she became number one. (5) After growing in prominence, Billie Jean used her platform as a celebrity to fight for equal rights and opportunities for equality for all genders in sports--and society--in the United States. ( Realizing that she would not have support from mainstream tennis organizations, Billie Jean harnessed the energy of the women's rights movement to create a women's tennis tour that would elevate women's tennis and establish pay equity within the sport. (9) In 1972, Billie Jean was also the first tennis player to be named Sports Illustrated's Sportsperson of the Year and the first woman to receive the honor. ( 16) Billie Jean's excellence has earned her place in the International Women's Sports Hall of Fame, the International Tennis Hall of Fame, and the National Women's Hall of Fame. (17) In 2006, the United States Tennis Association recognized Billie Jean's immeasurable impact on the sport of tennis by renaming the site of the US Open in her honor as the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, which is located in Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens, New York. 20) Billie Jean believes in changing hearts and minds, and through her talent, tenacity, and advocacy she changed how women are perceived worldwide. ( The Billie Jean King Leadership Initiative aims to empower companies and individuals to create inclusive work environments that celebrate and promote diversity to increase representation, maximize our efficiency, and tap into the unlimited potential of talent in our world. ( 23) Billie Jean King's extraordinary courage, leadership, and activism helped propel the women's movement forward, and open doors for countless Americans regardless of gender, race, class or sexual orientation. Under such regulations as the Secretary may prescribe, the Secretary may strike and sell duplicates in bronze of the gold medal struck pursuant to section 2 at a price sufficient to cover the cost of the bronze medals (including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, and overhead expenses). The medals struck under this Act are national medals for purposes of chapter 51 of title 31, United States Code.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Billie Jean King, in recognition of her contribution to the Nation and her courageous and groundbreaking leadership advancing equal rights for women and the LGBTQ community in athletics, education, and our society. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. 3) After becoming involved with tennis, Billie Jean observed inequities within the sport and realized she could use tennis as a platform--if she became number one. From then on, Billie Jean was determined to become a top athlete in her sport. ( Realizing that she would not have support from mainstream tennis organizations, Billie Jean harnessed the energy of the women's rights movement to create a women's tennis tour that would elevate women's tennis and establish pay equity within the sport. 9) In 1972, Billie Jean was also the first tennis player to be named Sports Illustrated's Sportsperson of the Year and the first woman to receive the honor. ( 16) Billie Jean's excellence has earned her place in the International Women's Sports Hall of Fame, the International Tennis Hall of Fame, and the National Women's Hall of Fame. (17) In 2006, the United States Tennis Association recognized Billie Jean's immeasurable impact on the sport of tennis by renaming the site of the US Open in her honor as the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, which is located in Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens, New York. 20) Billie Jean believes in changing hearts and minds, and through her talent, tenacity, and advocacy she changed how women are perceived worldwide. ( 22) In 2014, Billie Jean King founded an inclusive leadership non-profit organization to promote and transform equality in the workplace worldwide. (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 gold medal of appropriate design, to Billie Jean King, in recognition of her contribution to the Nation and her courageous and groundbreaking leadership advancing equal rights for women and the LGBTQ community in athletics, education, and our society. ( b) Design and Striking.--For the purpose of the presentation referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereinafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike a gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions to be determined by the Secretary.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Billie Jean King, in recognition of her contribution to the Nation and her courageous and groundbreaking leadership advancing equal rights for women and the LGBTQ community in athletics, education, and our society. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. 3) After becoming involved with tennis, Billie Jean observed inequities within the sport and realized she could use tennis as a platform--if she became number one. From then on, Billie Jean was determined to become a top athlete in her sport. ( Realizing that she would not have support from mainstream tennis organizations, Billie Jean harnessed the energy of the women's rights movement to create a women's tennis tour that would elevate women's tennis and establish pay equity within the sport. 9) In 1972, Billie Jean was also the first tennis player to be named Sports Illustrated's Sportsperson of the Year and the first woman to receive the honor. ( 16) Billie Jean's excellence has earned her place in the International Women's Sports Hall of Fame, the International Tennis Hall of Fame, and the National Women's Hall of Fame. (17) In 2006, the United States Tennis Association recognized Billie Jean's immeasurable impact on the sport of tennis by renaming the site of the US Open in her honor as the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, which is located in Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens, New York. 20) Billie Jean believes in changing hearts and minds, and through her talent, tenacity, and advocacy she changed how women are perceived worldwide. ( 22) In 2014, Billie Jean King founded an inclusive leadership non-profit organization to promote and transform equality in the workplace worldwide. (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 gold medal of appropriate design, to Billie Jean King, in recognition of her contribution to the Nation and her courageous and groundbreaking leadership advancing equal rights for women and the LGBTQ community in athletics, education, and our society. ( b) Design and Striking.--For the purpose of the presentation referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereinafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike a gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions to be determined by the Secretary.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Billie Jean King, in recognition of her contribution to the Nation and her courageous and groundbreaking leadership advancing equal rights for women and the LGBTQ community in athletics, education, and our society. 3) After becoming involved with tennis, Billie Jean observed inequities within the sport and realized she could use tennis as a platform--if she became number one. (5) After growing in prominence, Billie Jean used her platform as a celebrity to fight for equal rights and opportunities for equality for all genders in sports--and society--in the United States. ( Realizing that she would not have support from mainstream tennis organizations, Billie Jean harnessed the energy of the women's rights movement to create a women's tennis tour that would elevate women's tennis and establish pay equity within the sport. (9) In 1972, Billie Jean was also the first tennis player to be named Sports Illustrated's Sportsperson of the Year and the first woman to receive the honor. ( 16) Billie Jean's excellence has earned her place in the International Women's Sports Hall of Fame, the International Tennis Hall of Fame, and the National Women's Hall of Fame. (17) In 2006, the United States Tennis Association recognized Billie Jean's immeasurable impact on the sport of tennis by renaming the site of the US Open in her honor as the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, which is located in Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens, New York. 20) Billie Jean believes in changing hearts and minds, and through her talent, tenacity, and advocacy she changed how women are perceived worldwide. ( The Billie Jean King Leadership Initiative aims to empower companies and individuals to create inclusive work environments that celebrate and promote diversity to increase representation, maximize our efficiency, and tap into the unlimited potential of talent in our world. ( 23) Billie Jean King's extraordinary courage, leadership, and activism helped propel the women's movement forward, and open doors for countless Americans regardless of gender, race, class or sexual orientation. Under such regulations as the Secretary may prescribe, the Secretary may strike and sell duplicates in bronze of the gold medal struck pursuant to section 2 at a price sufficient to cover the cost of the bronze medals (including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, and overhead expenses). The medals struck under this Act are national medals for purposes of chapter 51 of title 31, United States Code.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Billie Jean King, in recognition of her contribution to the Nation and her courageous and groundbreaking leadership advancing equal rights for women and the LGBTQ community in athletics, education, and our society. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. 3) After becoming involved with tennis, Billie Jean observed inequities within the sport and realized she could use tennis as a platform--if she became number one. From then on, Billie Jean was determined to become a top athlete in her sport. ( Realizing that she would not have support from mainstream tennis organizations, Billie Jean harnessed the energy of the women's rights movement to create a women's tennis tour that would elevate women's tennis and establish pay equity within the sport. 9) In 1972, Billie Jean was also the first tennis player to be named Sports Illustrated's Sportsperson of the Year and the first woman to receive the honor. ( 16) Billie Jean's excellence has earned her place in the International Women's Sports Hall of Fame, the International Tennis Hall of Fame, and the National Women's Hall of Fame. (17) In 2006, the United States Tennis Association recognized Billie Jean's immeasurable impact on the sport of tennis by renaming the site of the US Open in her honor as the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, which is located in Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens, New York. 20) Billie Jean believes in changing hearts and minds, and through her talent, tenacity, and advocacy she changed how women are perceived worldwide. ( 22) In 2014, Billie Jean King founded an inclusive leadership non-profit organization to promote and transform equality in the workplace worldwide. (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 gold medal of appropriate design, to Billie Jean King, in recognition of her contribution to the Nation and her courageous and groundbreaking leadership advancing equal rights for women and the LGBTQ community in athletics, education, and our society. ( b) Design and Striking.--For the purpose of the presentation referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereinafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike a gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions to be determined by the Secretary.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Billie Jean King, in recognition of her contribution to the Nation and her courageous and groundbreaking leadership advancing equal rights for women and the LGBTQ community in athletics, education, and our society. 3) After becoming involved with tennis, Billie Jean observed inequities within the sport and realized she could use tennis as a platform--if she became number one. (5) After growing in prominence, Billie Jean used her platform as a celebrity to fight for equal rights and opportunities for equality for all genders in sports--and society--in the United States. ( Realizing that she would not have support from mainstream tennis organizations, Billie Jean harnessed the energy of the women's rights movement to create a women's tennis tour that would elevate women's tennis and establish pay equity within the sport. (9) In 1972, Billie Jean was also the first tennis player to be named Sports Illustrated's Sportsperson of the Year and the first woman to receive the honor. ( 16) Billie Jean's excellence has earned her place in the International Women's Sports Hall of Fame, the International Tennis Hall of Fame, and the National Women's Hall of Fame. (17) In 2006, the United States Tennis Association recognized Billie Jean's immeasurable impact on the sport of tennis by renaming the site of the US Open in her honor as the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, which is located in Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens, New York. 20) Billie Jean believes in changing hearts and minds, and through her talent, tenacity, and advocacy she changed how women are perceived worldwide. ( The Billie Jean King Leadership Initiative aims to empower companies and individuals to create inclusive work environments that celebrate and promote diversity to increase representation, maximize our efficiency, and tap into the unlimited potential of talent in our world. ( 23) Billie Jean King's extraordinary courage, leadership, and activism helped propel the women's movement forward, and open doors for countless Americans regardless of gender, race, class or sexual orientation. Under such regulations as the Secretary may prescribe, the Secretary may strike and sell duplicates in bronze of the gold medal struck pursuant to section 2 at a price sufficient to cover the cost of the bronze medals (including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, and overhead expenses). The medals struck under this Act are national medals for purposes of chapter 51 of title 31, United States Code.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Billie Jean King, in recognition of her contribution to the Nation and her courageous and groundbreaking leadership advancing equal rights for women and the LGBTQ community in athletics, education, and our society. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. 3) After becoming involved with tennis, Billie Jean observed inequities within the sport and realized she could use tennis as a platform--if she became number one. From then on, Billie Jean was determined to become a top athlete in her sport. ( Realizing that she would not have support from mainstream tennis organizations, Billie Jean harnessed the energy of the women's rights movement to create a women's tennis tour that would elevate women's tennis and establish pay equity within the sport. 9) In 1972, Billie Jean was also the first tennis player to be named Sports Illustrated's Sportsperson of the Year and the first woman to receive the honor. ( 16) Billie Jean's excellence has earned her place in the International Women's Sports Hall of Fame, the International Tennis Hall of Fame, and the National Women's Hall of Fame. (17) In 2006, the United States Tennis Association recognized Billie Jean's immeasurable impact on the sport of tennis by renaming the site of the US Open in her honor as the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, which is located in Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens, New York. 20) Billie Jean believes in changing hearts and minds, and through her talent, tenacity, and advocacy she changed how women are perceived worldwide. ( 22) In 2014, Billie Jean King founded an inclusive leadership non-profit organization to promote and transform equality in the workplace worldwide. (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 gold medal of appropriate design, to Billie Jean King, in recognition of her contribution to the Nation and her courageous and groundbreaking leadership advancing equal rights for women and the LGBTQ community in athletics, education, and our society. ( b) Design and Striking.--For the purpose of the presentation referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereinafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike a gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions to be determined by the Secretary.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Billie Jean King, in recognition of her contribution to the Nation and her courageous and groundbreaking leadership advancing equal rights for women and the LGBTQ community in athletics, education, and our society. 3) After becoming involved with tennis, Billie Jean observed inequities within the sport and realized she could use tennis as a platform--if she became number one. (5) After growing in prominence, Billie Jean used her platform as a celebrity to fight for equal rights and opportunities for equality for all genders in sports--and society--in the United States. ( Realizing that she would not have support from mainstream tennis organizations, Billie Jean harnessed the energy of the women's rights movement to create a women's tennis tour that would elevate women's tennis and establish pay equity within the sport. (9) In 1972, Billie Jean was also the first tennis player to be named Sports Illustrated's Sportsperson of the Year and the first woman to receive the honor. ( 16) Billie Jean's excellence has earned her place in the International Women's Sports Hall of Fame, the International Tennis Hall of Fame, and the National Women's Hall of Fame. (17) In 2006, the United States Tennis Association recognized Billie Jean's immeasurable impact on the sport of tennis by renaming the site of the US Open in her honor as the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, which is located in Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens, New York. 20) Billie Jean believes in changing hearts and minds, and through her talent, tenacity, and advocacy she changed how women are perceived worldwide. ( The Billie Jean King Leadership Initiative aims to empower companies and individuals to create inclusive work environments that celebrate and promote diversity to increase representation, maximize our efficiency, and tap into the unlimited potential of talent in our world. ( 23) Billie Jean King's extraordinary courage, leadership, and activism helped propel the women's movement forward, and open doors for countless Americans regardless of gender, race, class or sexual orientation. Under such regulations as the Secretary may prescribe, the Secretary may strike and sell duplicates in bronze of the gold medal struck pursuant to section 2 at a price sufficient to cover the cost of the bronze medals (including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, and overhead expenses). The medals struck under this Act are national medals for purposes of chapter 51 of title 31, United States Code.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Billie Jean King, in recognition of her contribution to the Nation and her courageous and groundbreaking leadership advancing equal rights for women and the LGBTQ community in athletics, education, and our society. 17) In 2006, the United States Tennis Association recognized Billie Jean's immeasurable impact on the sport of tennis by renaming the site of the US Open in her honor as the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, which is located in Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens, New York. 22) In 2014, Billie Jean King founded an inclusive leadership non-profit organization to promote and transform equality in the workplace worldwide. ( ( b) Design and Striking.--For the purpose of the presentation referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereinafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike a gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions to be determined by the Secretary.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Billie Jean King, in recognition of her contribution to the Nation and her courageous and groundbreaking leadership advancing equal rights for women and the LGBTQ community in athletics, education, and our society. 3) After becoming involved with tennis, Billie Jean observed inequities within the sport and realized she could use tennis as a platform--if she became number one. ( (17) In 2006, the United States Tennis Association recognized Billie Jean's immeasurable impact on the sport of tennis by renaming the site of the US Open in her honor as the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, which is located in Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens, New York. 20) Billie Jean believes in changing hearts and minds, and through her talent, tenacity, and advocacy she changed how women are perceived worldwide. (

H.R.90

Immigration

Visa Overstay Enforcement Act of 2021 This bill imposes various penalties on aliens who overstay a visa or lawful immigration status. An alien who overstays shall be fined or imprisoned for up to six months, or both. Such an individual may not be admitted into the United States for 5 years, and may not be granted a visa for 10 years. For subsequent offenses, the alien shall be fined or imprisoned for up to two years, or both, and shall not be admitted into the United States or granted a visa. The Department of Homeland Security shall make case-by-case exceptions for aliens who overstay due to medical necessity, public safety, or national security reasons.

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to penalize aliens who overstay their visas, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Visa Overstay Enforcement Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. VISA OVERSTAYS CRIMINALIZED. (a) In General.--The Immigration and Nationality Act is amended by inserting after section 274D the following: ``SEC. 274E. VISA OVERSTAYS. ``(a) In General.--Except as provided in subsection (b), any alien who remains in the United States for any period of time after the date on which any visa or status under which the alien is lawfully present has expired shall-- ``(1) for the first commission of any such offense, be fined under title 18, United States Code, or imprisoned no more than 6 months, or both; and ``(2) for a subsequent commission of any such offense, be fined under title 18, United States Code, or imprisoned not more than 2 years, or both. ``(b) Exception.--If the Secretary of Homeland Security determines on an individual case-by-case basis that, because of reasons of a medical necessity, public safety, or national security, the alien violated subsection (a), the alien shall not be subject to the penalties under subsection (a). ``(c) Limitation on Reentry.-- ``(1) First offenders.--Any alien convicted of a violation of subsection (a)(1)-- ``(A) may not be admitted to the United States for a period of 5 years, beginning on the date of the conviction; and ``(B) may not be granted a visa for a period of 10 years, beginning on the date of the conviction. ``(2) Subsequent offenses.--Any alien convicted of a violation of subsection (a)(2)-- ``(A) may not be admitted to the United States; and ``(B) may not be granted a visa. ``(d) Disclosure of Penalties.--In the case of any application or petition by or on behalf of an alien for admission to the United States, the Secretary of State or the Secretary of Homeland Security shall provide the alien with notice of the penalties under this section and section 275 on receipt of the application or petition, and again at the time of admission.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents of the Immigration and Nationality Act is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 274D the following: ``274E. Visa overstays.''. <all>

Visa Overstay Enforcement Act of 2021

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to penalize aliens who overstay their visas, and for other purposes.

Visa Overstay Enforcement Act of 2021

Rep. Duncan, Jeff

R

SC

This bill imposes various penalties on aliens who overstay a visa or lawful immigration status. An alien who overstays shall be fined or imprisoned for up to six months, or both. Such an individual may not be admitted into the United States for 5 years, and may not be granted a visa for 10 years. For subsequent offenses, the alien shall be fined or imprisoned for up to two years, or both, and shall not be admitted into the United States or granted a visa. The Department of Homeland Security shall make case-by-case exceptions for aliens who overstay due to medical necessity, public safety, or national security reasons.

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to penalize aliens who overstay their visas, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Visa Overstay Enforcement Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. VISA OVERSTAYS CRIMINALIZED. (a) In General.--The Immigration and Nationality Act is amended by inserting after section 274D the following: ``SEC. 274E. VISA OVERSTAYS. ``(a) In General.--Except as provided in subsection (b), any alien who remains in the United States for any period of time after the date on which any visa or status under which the alien is lawfully present has expired shall-- ``(1) for the first commission of any such offense, be fined under title 18, United States Code, or imprisoned no more than 6 months, or both; and ``(2) for a subsequent commission of any such offense, be fined under title 18, United States Code, or imprisoned not more than 2 years, or both. ``(b) Exception.--If the Secretary of Homeland Security determines on an individual case-by-case basis that, because of reasons of a medical necessity, public safety, or national security, the alien violated subsection (a), the alien shall not be subject to the penalties under subsection (a). ``(c) Limitation on Reentry.-- ``(1) First offenders.--Any alien convicted of a violation of subsection (a)(1)-- ``(A) may not be admitted to the United States for a period of 5 years, beginning on the date of the conviction; and ``(B) may not be granted a visa for a period of 10 years, beginning on the date of the conviction. ``(2) Subsequent offenses.--Any alien convicted of a violation of subsection (a)(2)-- ``(A) may not be admitted to the United States; and ``(B) may not be granted a visa. ``(d) Disclosure of Penalties.--In the case of any application or petition by or on behalf of an alien for admission to the United States, the Secretary of State or the Secretary of Homeland Security shall provide the alien with notice of the penalties under this section and section 275 on receipt of the application or petition, and again at the time of admission.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents of the Immigration and Nationality Act is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 274D the following: ``274E. Visa overstays.''. <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 ``Visa Overstay Enforcement Act of 2021''. 2. (a) In General.--The Immigration and Nationality Act is amended by inserting after section 274D the following: ``SEC. 274E. VISA OVERSTAYS. ``(a) In General.--Except as provided in subsection (b), any alien who remains in the United States for any period of time after the date on which any visa or status under which the alien is lawfully present has expired shall-- ``(1) for the first commission of any such offense, be fined under title 18, United States Code, or imprisoned no more than 6 months, or both; and ``(2) for a subsequent commission of any such offense, be fined under title 18, United States Code, or imprisoned not more than 2 years, or both. ``(b) Exception.--If the Secretary of Homeland Security determines on an individual case-by-case basis that, because of reasons of a medical necessity, public safety, or national security, the alien violated subsection (a), the alien shall not be subject to the penalties under subsection (a). ``(c) Limitation on Reentry.-- ``(1) First offenders.--Any alien convicted of a violation of subsection (a)(1)-- ``(A) may not be admitted to the United States for a period of 5 years, beginning on the date of the conviction; and ``(B) may not be granted a visa for a period of 10 years, beginning on the date of the conviction. ``(2) Subsequent offenses.--Any alien convicted of a violation of subsection (a)(2)-- ``(A) may not be admitted to the United States; and ``(B) may not be granted a visa. ``(d) Disclosure of Penalties.--In the case of any application or petition by or on behalf of an alien for admission to the United States, the Secretary of State or the Secretary of Homeland Security shall provide the alien with notice of the penalties under this section and section 275 on receipt of the application or petition, and again at the time of admission.''.

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to penalize aliens who overstay their visas, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Visa Overstay Enforcement Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. VISA OVERSTAYS CRIMINALIZED. (a) In General.--The Immigration and Nationality Act is amended by inserting after section 274D the following: ``SEC. 274E. VISA OVERSTAYS. ``(a) In General.--Except as provided in subsection (b), any alien who remains in the United States for any period of time after the date on which any visa or status under which the alien is lawfully present has expired shall-- ``(1) for the first commission of any such offense, be fined under title 18, United States Code, or imprisoned no more than 6 months, or both; and ``(2) for a subsequent commission of any such offense, be fined under title 18, United States Code, or imprisoned not more than 2 years, or both. ``(b) Exception.--If the Secretary of Homeland Security determines on an individual case-by-case basis that, because of reasons of a medical necessity, public safety, or national security, the alien violated subsection (a), the alien shall not be subject to the penalties under subsection (a). ``(c) Limitation on Reentry.-- ``(1) First offenders.--Any alien convicted of a violation of subsection (a)(1)-- ``(A) may not be admitted to the United States for a period of 5 years, beginning on the date of the conviction; and ``(B) may not be granted a visa for a period of 10 years, beginning on the date of the conviction. ``(2) Subsequent offenses.--Any alien convicted of a violation of subsection (a)(2)-- ``(A) may not be admitted to the United States; and ``(B) may not be granted a visa. ``(d) Disclosure of Penalties.--In the case of any application or petition by or on behalf of an alien for admission to the United States, the Secretary of State or the Secretary of Homeland Security shall provide the alien with notice of the penalties under this section and section 275 on receipt of the application or petition, and again at the time of admission.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents of the Immigration and Nationality Act is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 274D the following: ``274E. Visa overstays.''. <all>

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to penalize aliens who overstay their visas, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Visa Overstay Enforcement Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. VISA OVERSTAYS CRIMINALIZED. (a) In General.--The Immigration and Nationality Act is amended by inserting after section 274D the following: ``SEC. 274E. VISA OVERSTAYS. ``(a) In General.--Except as provided in subsection (b), any alien who remains in the United States for any period of time after the date on which any visa or status under which the alien is lawfully present has expired shall-- ``(1) for the first commission of any such offense, be fined under title 18, United States Code, or imprisoned no more than 6 months, or both; and ``(2) for a subsequent commission of any such offense, be fined under title 18, United States Code, or imprisoned not more than 2 years, or both. ``(b) Exception.--If the Secretary of Homeland Security determines on an individual case-by-case basis that, because of reasons of a medical necessity, public safety, or national security, the alien violated subsection (a), the alien shall not be subject to the penalties under subsection (a). ``(c) Limitation on Reentry.-- ``(1) First offenders.--Any alien convicted of a violation of subsection (a)(1)-- ``(A) may not be admitted to the United States for a period of 5 years, beginning on the date of the conviction; and ``(B) may not be granted a visa for a period of 10 years, beginning on the date of the conviction. ``(2) Subsequent offenses.--Any alien convicted of a violation of subsection (a)(2)-- ``(A) may not be admitted to the United States; and ``(B) may not be granted a visa. ``(d) Disclosure of Penalties.--In the case of any application or petition by or on behalf of an alien for admission to the United States, the Secretary of State or the Secretary of Homeland Security shall provide the alien with notice of the penalties under this section and section 275 on receipt of the application or petition, and again at the time of admission.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents of the Immigration and Nationality Act is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 274D the following: ``274E. Visa overstays.''. <all>

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to penalize aliens who overstay their visas, and for other purposes. ``(b) Exception.--If the Secretary of Homeland Security determines on an individual case-by-case basis that, because of reasons of a medical necessity, public safety, or national security, the alien violated subsection (a), the alien shall not be subject to the penalties under subsection (a). ``(c) Limitation on Reentry.-- ``(1) First offenders.--Any alien convicted of a violation of subsection (a)(1)-- ``(A) may not be admitted to the United States for a period of 5 years, beginning on the date of the conviction; and ``(B) may not be granted a visa for a period of 10 years, beginning on the date of the conviction. b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents of the Immigration and Nationality Act is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 274D the following: ``274E. Visa overstays.''.

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to penalize aliens who overstay their visas, and for other purposes. 274E. VISA OVERSTAYS. ``(b) Exception.--If the Secretary of Homeland Security determines on an individual case-by-case basis that, because of reasons of a medical necessity, public safety, or national security, the alien violated subsection (a), the alien shall not be subject to the penalties under subsection (a). (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents of the Immigration and Nationality Act is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 274D the following: ``274E. Visa overstays.''.

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to penalize aliens who overstay their visas, and for other purposes. 274E. VISA OVERSTAYS. ``(b) Exception.--If the Secretary of Homeland Security determines on an individual case-by-case basis that, because of reasons of a medical necessity, public safety, or national security, the alien violated subsection (a), the alien shall not be subject to the penalties under subsection (a). (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents of the Immigration and Nationality Act is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 274D the following: ``274E. Visa overstays.''.

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to penalize aliens who overstay their visas, and for other purposes. ``(b) Exception.--If the Secretary of Homeland Security determines on an individual case-by-case basis that, because of reasons of a medical necessity, public safety, or national security, the alien violated subsection (a), the alien shall not be subject to the penalties under subsection (a). ``(c) Limitation on Reentry.-- ``(1) First offenders.--Any alien convicted of a violation of subsection (a)(1)-- ``(A) may not be admitted to the United States for a period of 5 years, beginning on the date of the conviction; and ``(B) may not be granted a visa for a period of 10 years, beginning on the date of the conviction. b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents of the Immigration and Nationality Act is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 274D the following: ``274E. Visa overstays.''.

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to penalize aliens who overstay their visas, and for other purposes. 274E. VISA OVERSTAYS. ``(b) Exception.--If the Secretary of Homeland Security determines on an individual case-by-case basis that, because of reasons of a medical necessity, public safety, or national security, the alien violated subsection (a), the alien shall not be subject to the penalties under subsection (a). (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents of the Immigration and Nationality Act is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 274D the following: ``274E. Visa overstays.''.

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to penalize aliens who overstay their visas, and for other purposes. ``(b) Exception.--If the Secretary of Homeland Security determines on an individual case-by-case basis that, because of reasons of a medical necessity, public safety, or national security, the alien violated subsection (a), the alien shall not be subject to the penalties under subsection (a). ``(c) Limitation on Reentry.-- ``(1) First offenders.--Any alien convicted of a violation of subsection (a)(1)-- ``(A) may not be admitted to the United States for a period of 5 years, beginning on the date of the conviction; and ``(B) may not be granted a visa for a period of 10 years, beginning on the date of the conviction. b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents of the Immigration and Nationality Act is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 274D the following: ``274E. Visa overstays.''.

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to penalize aliens who overstay their visas, and for other purposes. 274E. VISA OVERSTAYS. ``(b) Exception.--If the Secretary of Homeland Security determines on an individual case-by-case basis that, because of reasons of a medical necessity, public safety, or national security, the alien violated subsection (a), the alien shall not be subject to the penalties under subsection (a). (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents of the Immigration and Nationality Act is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 274D the following: ``274E. Visa overstays.''.

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to penalize aliens who overstay their visas, and for other purposes. ``(b) Exception.--If the Secretary of Homeland Security determines on an individual case-by-case basis that, because of reasons of a medical necessity, public safety, or national security, the alien violated subsection (a), the alien shall not be subject to the penalties under subsection (a). ``(c) Limitation on Reentry.-- ``(1) First offenders.--Any alien convicted of a violation of subsection (a)(1)-- ``(A) may not be admitted to the United States for a period of 5 years, beginning on the date of the conviction; and ``(B) may not be granted a visa for a period of 10 years, beginning on the date of the conviction. b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents of the Immigration and Nationality Act is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 274D the following: ``274E. Visa overstays.''.

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to penalize aliens who overstay their visas, and for other purposes. 274E. VISA OVERSTAYS. ``(b) Exception.--If the Secretary of Homeland Security determines on an individual case-by-case basis that, because of reasons of a medical necessity, public safety, or national security, the alien violated subsection (a), the alien shall not be subject to the penalties under subsection (a). (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents of the Immigration and Nationality Act is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 274D the following: ``274E. Visa overstays.''.

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to penalize aliens who overstay their visas, and for other purposes. ``(b) Exception.--If the Secretary of Homeland Security determines on an individual case-by-case basis that, because of reasons of a medical necessity, public safety, or national security, the alien violated subsection (a), the alien shall not be subject to the penalties under subsection (a). ``(c) Limitation on Reentry.-- ``(1) First offenders.--Any alien convicted of a violation of subsection (a)(1)-- ``(A) may not be admitted to the United States for a period of 5 years, beginning on the date of the conviction; and ``(B) may not be granted a visa for a period of 10 years, beginning on the date of the conviction. b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents of the Immigration and Nationality Act is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 274D the following: ``274E. Visa overstays.''.

H.R.6472

Crime and Law Enforcement

Courtroom Videoconferencing Act of 2022 This bill allows federal courts to authorize the use of video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings.

To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide for video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Courtroom Videoconferencing Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. SENSE OF CONGRESS. It is the sense of Congress that-- (1) it is important to modernize Federal courts to allow for videoconferencing in certain criminal proceedings, which flexibility Congress authorized under the CARES Act, which provided for such an option at the discretion of the chief judge of a district court during the national emergency associated with the COVID-19 pandemic; (2) the efficiency and expediency gained from the flexibility authorized under the CARES Act should be made permanent; and (3) such an option should not impede constitutional rights, but expand and protect them during times when meeting together may be difficult and inefficient. SEC. 3. VIDEO TELECONFERENCING FOR CERTAIN CRIMINAL PROCEEDINGS. (a) In General.--Chapter 201 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 3014 the following new section: ``Sec. 3015. Video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings ``(a) In General.--The chief judge of a district court may authorize the use of video teleconferencing, or telephone conferencing if video teleconferencing is not reasonably available, for the following events: ``(1) Detention hearings under section 3142 of title 18, United States Code. ``(2) Initial appearances under Rule 5 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(3) Preliminary hearings under Rule 5.1 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(4) Waivers of indictment under Rule 7(b) of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(5) Arraignments under Rule 10 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(6) Probation and supervised release revocation proceedings under Rule 32.1 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(7) Pretrial release revocation proceedings under section 3148. ``(8) Appearances under Rule 40 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(9) Misdemeanor pleas and sentencings as described in Rule 43(b)(2) of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(10) Proceedings under chapter 403 (commonly known as the `Federal Juvenile Delinquency Act'), except for contested transfer hearings and juvenile delinquency adjudication or trial proceedings. ``(b) Consent.--Video conferencing or telephone conferencing authorized under subsection (a) may only take place with the consent of the defendant, or the juvenile, after consultation with counsel. ``(c) Access to Counsel.--Video teleconferencing or telephone teleconferencing authorized under subsection (a) shall provide the defendant the ability to privately consult with counsel if requested.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for chapter 201 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to 3014 the following new item: ``3015. Video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings.''. SEC. 4. RULE OF CONSTRUCTION. Nothing in this Act, or the amendments made by this Act, shall obviate a defendant's right to counsel under the Sixth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States, any Federal statute, or the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. <all>

Courtroom Videoconferencing Act of 2022

To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide for video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings, and for other purposes.

Courtroom Videoconferencing Act of 2022

Rep. Morelle, Joseph D.

D

NY

This bill allows federal courts to authorize the use of video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings.

To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide for video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Courtroom Videoconferencing Act of 2022''. 2. SENSE OF CONGRESS. It is the sense of Congress that-- (1) it is important to modernize Federal courts to allow for videoconferencing in certain criminal proceedings, which flexibility Congress authorized under the CARES Act, which provided for such an option at the discretion of the chief judge of a district court during the national emergency associated with the COVID-19 pandemic; (2) the efficiency and expediency gained from the flexibility authorized under the CARES Act should be made permanent; and (3) such an option should not impede constitutional rights, but expand and protect them during times when meeting together may be difficult and inefficient. 3. VIDEO TELECONFERENCING FOR CERTAIN CRIMINAL PROCEEDINGS. (a) In General.--Chapter 201 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 3014 the following new section: ``Sec. 3015. Video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings ``(a) In General.--The chief judge of a district court may authorize the use of video teleconferencing, or telephone conferencing if video teleconferencing is not reasonably available, for the following events: ``(1) Detention hearings under section 3142 of title 18, United States Code. ``(2) Initial appearances under Rule 5 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(4) Waivers of indictment under Rule 7(b) of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(5) Arraignments under Rule 10 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(6) Probation and supervised release revocation proceedings under Rule 32.1 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(7) Pretrial release revocation proceedings under section 3148. ``(8) Appearances under Rule 40 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(9) Misdemeanor pleas and sentencings as described in Rule 43(b)(2) of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(10) Proceedings under chapter 403 (commonly known as the `Federal Juvenile Delinquency Act'), except for contested transfer hearings and juvenile delinquency adjudication or trial proceedings. ``(b) Consent.--Video conferencing or telephone conferencing authorized under subsection (a) may only take place with the consent of the defendant, or the juvenile, after consultation with counsel. ``(c) Access to Counsel.--Video teleconferencing or telephone teleconferencing authorized under subsection (a) shall provide the defendant the ability to privately consult with counsel if requested.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for chapter 201 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to 3014 the following new item: ``3015. SEC. 4. RULE OF CONSTRUCTION. Nothing in this Act, or the amendments made by this Act, shall obviate a defendant's right to counsel under the Sixth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States, any Federal statute, or the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Courtroom Videoconferencing Act of 2022''. 2. SENSE OF CONGRESS. It is the sense of Congress that-- (1) it is important to modernize Federal courts to allow for videoconferencing in certain criminal proceedings, which flexibility Congress authorized under the CARES Act, which provided for such an option at the discretion of the chief judge of a district court during the national emergency associated with the COVID-19 pandemic; (2) the efficiency and expediency gained from the flexibility authorized under the CARES Act should be made permanent; and (3) such an option should not impede constitutional rights, but expand and protect them during times when meeting together may be difficult and inefficient. 3. VIDEO TELECONFERENCING FOR CERTAIN CRIMINAL PROCEEDINGS. (a) In General.--Chapter 201 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 3014 the following new section: ``Sec. 3015. ``(5) Arraignments under Rule 10 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(7) Pretrial release revocation proceedings under section 3148. ``(8) Appearances under Rule 40 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(9) Misdemeanor pleas and sentencings as described in Rule 43(b)(2) of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(10) Proceedings under chapter 403 (commonly known as the `Federal Juvenile Delinquency Act'), except for contested transfer hearings and juvenile delinquency adjudication or trial proceedings. ``(b) Consent.--Video conferencing or telephone conferencing authorized under subsection (a) may only take place with the consent of the defendant, or the juvenile, after consultation with counsel. ``(c) Access to Counsel.--Video teleconferencing or telephone teleconferencing authorized under subsection (a) shall provide the defendant the ability to privately consult with counsel if requested.''. SEC. 4. RULE OF CONSTRUCTION. Nothing in this Act, or the amendments made by this Act, shall obviate a defendant's right to counsel under the Sixth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States, any Federal statute, or the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure.

To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide for video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Courtroom Videoconferencing Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. SENSE OF CONGRESS. It is the sense of Congress that-- (1) it is important to modernize Federal courts to allow for videoconferencing in certain criminal proceedings, which flexibility Congress authorized under the CARES Act, which provided for such an option at the discretion of the chief judge of a district court during the national emergency associated with the COVID-19 pandemic; (2) the efficiency and expediency gained from the flexibility authorized under the CARES Act should be made permanent; and (3) such an option should not impede constitutional rights, but expand and protect them during times when meeting together may be difficult and inefficient. SEC. 3. VIDEO TELECONFERENCING FOR CERTAIN CRIMINAL PROCEEDINGS. (a) In General.--Chapter 201 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 3014 the following new section: ``Sec. 3015. Video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings ``(a) In General.--The chief judge of a district court may authorize the use of video teleconferencing, or telephone conferencing if video teleconferencing is not reasonably available, for the following events: ``(1) Detention hearings under section 3142 of title 18, United States Code. ``(2) Initial appearances under Rule 5 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(3) Preliminary hearings under Rule 5.1 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(4) Waivers of indictment under Rule 7(b) of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(5) Arraignments under Rule 10 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(6) Probation and supervised release revocation proceedings under Rule 32.1 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(7) Pretrial release revocation proceedings under section 3148. ``(8) Appearances under Rule 40 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(9) Misdemeanor pleas and sentencings as described in Rule 43(b)(2) of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(10) Proceedings under chapter 403 (commonly known as the `Federal Juvenile Delinquency Act'), except for contested transfer hearings and juvenile delinquency adjudication or trial proceedings. ``(b) Consent.--Video conferencing or telephone conferencing authorized under subsection (a) may only take place with the consent of the defendant, or the juvenile, after consultation with counsel. ``(c) Access to Counsel.--Video teleconferencing or telephone teleconferencing authorized under subsection (a) shall provide the defendant the ability to privately consult with counsel if requested.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for chapter 201 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to 3014 the following new item: ``3015. Video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings.''. SEC. 4. RULE OF CONSTRUCTION. Nothing in this Act, or the amendments made by this Act, shall obviate a defendant's right to counsel under the Sixth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States, any Federal statute, or the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. <all>

To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide for video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Courtroom Videoconferencing Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. SENSE OF CONGRESS. It is the sense of Congress that-- (1) it is important to modernize Federal courts to allow for videoconferencing in certain criminal proceedings, which flexibility Congress authorized under the CARES Act, which provided for such an option at the discretion of the chief judge of a district court during the national emergency associated with the COVID-19 pandemic; (2) the efficiency and expediency gained from the flexibility authorized under the CARES Act should be made permanent; and (3) such an option should not impede constitutional rights, but expand and protect them during times when meeting together may be difficult and inefficient. SEC. 3. VIDEO TELECONFERENCING FOR CERTAIN CRIMINAL PROCEEDINGS. (a) In General.--Chapter 201 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 3014 the following new section: ``Sec. 3015. Video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings ``(a) In General.--The chief judge of a district court may authorize the use of video teleconferencing, or telephone conferencing if video teleconferencing is not reasonably available, for the following events: ``(1) Detention hearings under section 3142 of title 18, United States Code. ``(2) Initial appearances under Rule 5 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(3) Preliminary hearings under Rule 5.1 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(4) Waivers of indictment under Rule 7(b) of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(5) Arraignments under Rule 10 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(6) Probation and supervised release revocation proceedings under Rule 32.1 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(7) Pretrial release revocation proceedings under section 3148. ``(8) Appearances under Rule 40 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(9) Misdemeanor pleas and sentencings as described in Rule 43(b)(2) of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(10) Proceedings under chapter 403 (commonly known as the `Federal Juvenile Delinquency Act'), except for contested transfer hearings and juvenile delinquency adjudication or trial proceedings. ``(b) Consent.--Video conferencing or telephone conferencing authorized under subsection (a) may only take place with the consent of the defendant, or the juvenile, after consultation with counsel. ``(c) Access to Counsel.--Video teleconferencing or telephone teleconferencing authorized under subsection (a) shall provide the defendant the ability to privately consult with counsel if requested.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for chapter 201 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to 3014 the following new item: ``3015. Video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings.''. SEC. 4. RULE OF CONSTRUCTION. Nothing in this Act, or the amendments made by this Act, shall obviate a defendant's right to counsel under the Sixth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States, any Federal statute, or the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. <all>

To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide for video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings, and for other purposes. Video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings ``(a) In General.--The chief judge of a district court may authorize the use of video teleconferencing, or telephone conferencing if video teleconferencing is not reasonably available, for the following events: ``(1) Detention hearings under section 3142 of title 18, United States Code. ``(2) Initial appearances under Rule 5 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(4) Waivers of indictment under Rule 7(b) of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(b) Consent.--Video conferencing or telephone conferencing authorized under subsection (a) may only take place with the consent of the defendant, or the juvenile, after consultation with counsel. Nothing in this Act, or the amendments made by this Act, shall obviate a defendant's right to counsel under the Sixth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States, any Federal statute, or the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure.

To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide for video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings, and for other purposes. Video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings ``(a) In General.--The chief judge of a district court may authorize the use of video teleconferencing, or telephone conferencing if video teleconferencing is not reasonably available, for the following events: ``(1) Detention hearings under section 3142 of title 18, United States Code. ``(3) Preliminary hearings under Rule 5.1 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(10) Proceedings under chapter 403 (commonly known as the `Federal Juvenile Delinquency Act'), except for contested transfer hearings and juvenile delinquency adjudication or trial proceedings. ``(b) Consent.--Video conferencing or telephone conferencing authorized under subsection (a) may only take place with the consent of the defendant, or the juvenile, after consultation with counsel.

To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide for video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings, and for other purposes. Video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings ``(a) In General.--The chief judge of a district court may authorize the use of video teleconferencing, or telephone conferencing if video teleconferencing is not reasonably available, for the following events: ``(1) Detention hearings under section 3142 of title 18, United States Code. ``(3) Preliminary hearings under Rule 5.1 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(10) Proceedings under chapter 403 (commonly known as the `Federal Juvenile Delinquency Act'), except for contested transfer hearings and juvenile delinquency adjudication or trial proceedings. ``(b) Consent.--Video conferencing or telephone conferencing authorized under subsection (a) may only take place with the consent of the defendant, or the juvenile, after consultation with counsel.

To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide for video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings, and for other purposes. Video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings ``(a) In General.--The chief judge of a district court may authorize the use of video teleconferencing, or telephone conferencing if video teleconferencing is not reasonably available, for the following events: ``(1) Detention hearings under section 3142 of title 18, United States Code. ``(2) Initial appearances under Rule 5 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(4) Waivers of indictment under Rule 7(b) of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(b) Consent.--Video conferencing or telephone conferencing authorized under subsection (a) may only take place with the consent of the defendant, or the juvenile, after consultation with counsel. Nothing in this Act, or the amendments made by this Act, shall obviate a defendant's right to counsel under the Sixth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States, any Federal statute, or the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure.

To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide for video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings, and for other purposes. Video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings ``(a) In General.--The chief judge of a district court may authorize the use of video teleconferencing, or telephone conferencing if video teleconferencing is not reasonably available, for the following events: ``(1) Detention hearings under section 3142 of title 18, United States Code. ``(3) Preliminary hearings under Rule 5.1 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(10) Proceedings under chapter 403 (commonly known as the `Federal Juvenile Delinquency Act'), except for contested transfer hearings and juvenile delinquency adjudication or trial proceedings. ``(b) Consent.--Video conferencing or telephone conferencing authorized under subsection (a) may only take place with the consent of the defendant, or the juvenile, after consultation with counsel.

To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide for video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings, and for other purposes. Video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings ``(a) In General.--The chief judge of a district court may authorize the use of video teleconferencing, or telephone conferencing if video teleconferencing is not reasonably available, for the following events: ``(1) Detention hearings under section 3142 of title 18, United States Code. ``(2) Initial appearances under Rule 5 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(4) Waivers of indictment under Rule 7(b) of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(b) Consent.--Video conferencing or telephone conferencing authorized under subsection (a) may only take place with the consent of the defendant, or the juvenile, after consultation with counsel. Nothing in this Act, or the amendments made by this Act, shall obviate a defendant's right to counsel under the Sixth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States, any Federal statute, or the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure.

To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide for video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings, and for other purposes. Video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings ``(a) In General.--The chief judge of a district court may authorize the use of video teleconferencing, or telephone conferencing if video teleconferencing is not reasonably available, for the following events: ``(1) Detention hearings under section 3142 of title 18, United States Code. ``(3) Preliminary hearings under Rule 5.1 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(10) Proceedings under chapter 403 (commonly known as the `Federal Juvenile Delinquency Act'), except for contested transfer hearings and juvenile delinquency adjudication or trial proceedings. ``(b) Consent.--Video conferencing or telephone conferencing authorized under subsection (a) may only take place with the consent of the defendant, or the juvenile, after consultation with counsel.

To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide for video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings, and for other purposes. Video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings ``(a) In General.--The chief judge of a district court may authorize the use of video teleconferencing, or telephone conferencing if video teleconferencing is not reasonably available, for the following events: ``(1) Detention hearings under section 3142 of title 18, United States Code. ``(2) Initial appearances under Rule 5 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(4) Waivers of indictment under Rule 7(b) of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(b) Consent.--Video conferencing or telephone conferencing authorized under subsection (a) may only take place with the consent of the defendant, or the juvenile, after consultation with counsel. Nothing in this Act, or the amendments made by this Act, shall obviate a defendant's right to counsel under the Sixth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States, any Federal statute, or the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure.

To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide for video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings, and for other purposes. Video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings ``(a) In General.--The chief judge of a district court may authorize the use of video teleconferencing, or telephone conferencing if video teleconferencing is not reasonably available, for the following events: ``(1) Detention hearings under section 3142 of title 18, United States Code. ``(3) Preliminary hearings under Rule 5.1 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(10) Proceedings under chapter 403 (commonly known as the `Federal Juvenile Delinquency Act'), except for contested transfer hearings and juvenile delinquency adjudication or trial proceedings. ``(b) Consent.--Video conferencing or telephone conferencing authorized under subsection (a) may only take place with the consent of the defendant, or the juvenile, after consultation with counsel.

To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide for video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings, and for other purposes. Video teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings ``(a) In General.--The chief judge of a district court may authorize the use of video teleconferencing, or telephone conferencing if video teleconferencing is not reasonably available, for the following events: ``(1) Detention hearings under section 3142 of title 18, United States Code. ``(2) Initial appearances under Rule 5 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(4) Waivers of indictment under Rule 7(b) of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. ``(b) Consent.--Video conferencing or telephone conferencing authorized under subsection (a) may only take place with the consent of the defendant, or the juvenile, after consultation with counsel. Nothing in this Act, or the amendments made by this Act, shall obviate a defendant's right to counsel under the Sixth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States, any Federal statute, or the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure.

H.R.26

Government Operations and Politics

Construction Consensus Procurement Improvement Act of 2021 This bill prohibits the federal government from using reverse auctions for complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services. Reverse auctions allow the sellers to bid down the price of a project and typically result in the contractor with the lowest bid winning the contract. The Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council must define complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services. The General Services Administration shall report to specified congressional committees on this bill's effectiveness.

[117th Congress Public Law 28] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 135 STAT. 304]] Public Law 117-28 117th Congress An Act To amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, to correct a provision on the prohibition on the use of a reverse auction, and for other purposes. <<NOTE: July 26, 2021 - [H.R. 26]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Construction Consensus Procurement Improvement Act of 2021.>> SECTION 1. <<NOTE: 41 USC 101 note.>> SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Construction Consensus Procurement Improvement Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. AMENDMENT. Section 402 of title IV of division U of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, <<NOTE: 41 USC 3309 note.>> is amended to read as follows: ``prohibition on use of a reverse auction for the award of a contract for complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services ``Sec. 402. ``(a) Findings.--Congress makes the following findings: ``(1) In contrast to a traditional auction in which the buyers bid up the price, sellers bid down the price in a reverse auction. ``(2) Reverse auctions, while providing value for the vast majority of Federal acquisitions, including certain construction-related acquisitions, are limited in value for complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services. ``(b) Reverse Auction Defined.--In this section, the term `reverse auction' means, with respect to any procurement by an executive agency, a real-time auction generally conducted through an electronic medium among two or more offerors who compete by submitting bids for a supply or service contract, or a delivery order, task order, or purchase order under the contract, with the ability to submit revised lower bids at any time before the closing of the auction. ``(c) Prohibition.-- ``(1) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In general.--Not later than 270 days after the date of the enactment of this section, the Federal Acquisition Regulation shall be amended to prohibit the use of reverse auctions for awarding contracts for complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services. ``(2) Applicability to acquisitions above the simplified acquisition threshold.--The prohibition on reverse auctions for complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services shall apply only to acquisitions above the simplified acquisition threshold (SAT) for construction and design services pursuant to part 36 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation. [[Page 135 STAT. 305]] ``(d) <<NOTE: Deadline. Definition. 41 USC 3309 note.>> Rulemaking for Complex, Specialized, or Substantial Services.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this section, the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council shall promulgate a definition of complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services, which shall include-- ``(1) site planning and landscape design; ``(2) architectural and engineering services (as defined in section 1102 of title 40, United States Code); ``(3) interior design; ``(4) performance of substantial construction work for facility, infrastructure, and environmental restoration projects; and ``(5) construction or substantial alteration of public buildings or public works. ``(e) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to restrict the use of reverse auctions for the procurement of other goods and services except as specifically provided for under this section. ``(f) Report.--Not later than two years after the date of the enactment of this section, the Administrator of General Services shall submit to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Oversight and Reform of the House of Representatives a report on the effectiveness of this section in delivering complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services to the United States Government.''. SEC. 3. 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. Approved July 26, 2021. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--H.R. 26: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 167 (2021): Jan. 5, considered and passed House. July 13, considered and passed Senate. <all>

Construction Consensus Procurement Improvement Act of 2021

To amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, to correct a provision on the prohibition on the use of a reverse auction, and for other purposes.

Construction Consensus Procurement Improvement Act of 2021 Construction Consensus Procurement Improvement Act of 2021 Construction Consensus Procurement Improvement Act of 2021

Rep. Comer, James

R

KY

This bill prohibits the federal government from using reverse auctions for complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services. Reverse auctions allow the sellers to bid down the price of a project and typically result in the contractor with the lowest bid winning the contract. The Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council must define complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services. The General Services Administration shall report to specified congressional committees on this bill's effectiveness.

[117th Congress Public Law 28] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 135 STAT. <<NOTE: July 26, 2021 - [H.R. <<NOTE: 41 USC 101 note.>> SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Construction Consensus Procurement Improvement Act of 2021''. AMENDMENT. 402. ``(a) Findings.--Congress makes the following findings: ``(1) In contrast to a traditional auction in which the buyers bid up the price, sellers bid down the price in a reverse auction. ``(2) Reverse auctions, while providing value for the vast majority of Federal acquisitions, including certain construction-related acquisitions, are limited in value for complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services. ``(b) Reverse Auction Defined.--In this section, the term `reverse auction' means, with respect to any procurement by an executive agency, a real-time auction generally conducted through an electronic medium among two or more offerors who compete by submitting bids for a supply or service contract, or a delivery order, task order, or purchase order under the contract, with the ability to submit revised lower bids at any time before the closing of the auction. ``(2) Applicability to acquisitions above the simplified acquisition threshold.--The prohibition on reverse auctions for complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services shall apply only to acquisitions above the simplified acquisition threshold (SAT) for construction and design services pursuant to part 36 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation. 305]] ``(d) <<NOTE: Deadline. Definition. ``(e) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to restrict the use of reverse auctions for the procurement of other goods and services except as specifically provided for under this section. ``(f) Report.--Not later than two years after the date of the enactment of this section, the Administrator of General Services shall submit to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Oversight and Reform of the House of Representatives a report on the effectiveness of this section in delivering complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services to the United States Government.''. SEC. 3. 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. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--H.R. 26: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 167 (2021): Jan. 5, considered and passed House.

[117th Congress Public Law 28] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 135 STAT. <<NOTE: July 26, 2021 - [H.R. <<NOTE: 41 USC 101 note.>> SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Construction Consensus Procurement Improvement Act of 2021''. AMENDMENT. 402. ``(a) Findings.--Congress makes the following findings: ``(1) In contrast to a traditional auction in which the buyers bid up the price, sellers bid down the price in a reverse auction. ``(b) Reverse Auction Defined.--In this section, the term `reverse auction' means, with respect to any procurement by an executive agency, a real-time auction generally conducted through an electronic medium among two or more offerors who compete by submitting bids for a supply or service contract, or a delivery order, task order, or purchase order under the contract, with the ability to submit revised lower bids at any time before the closing of the auction. ``(2) Applicability to acquisitions above the simplified acquisition threshold.--The prohibition on reverse auctions for complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services shall apply only to acquisitions above the simplified acquisition threshold (SAT) for construction and design services pursuant to part 36 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation. 305]] ``(d) <<NOTE: Deadline. Definition. ``(f) Report.--Not later than two years after the date of the enactment of this section, the Administrator of General Services shall submit to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Oversight and Reform of the House of Representatives a report on the effectiveness of this section in delivering complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services to the United States Government.''. SEC. 3. 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. 26: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 167 (2021): Jan. 5, considered and passed House.

[117th Congress Public Law 28] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 135 STAT. 304]] Public Law 117-28 117th Congress An Act To amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, to correct a provision on the prohibition on the use of a reverse auction, and for other purposes. <<NOTE: July 26, 2021 - [H.R. 26]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Construction Consensus Procurement Improvement Act of 2021.>> SECTION 1. <<NOTE: 41 USC 101 note.>> SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Construction Consensus Procurement Improvement Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. AMENDMENT. Section 402 of title IV of division U of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, <<NOTE: 41 USC 3309 note.>> is amended to read as follows: ``prohibition on use of a reverse auction for the award of a contract for complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services ``Sec. 402. ``(a) Findings.--Congress makes the following findings: ``(1) In contrast to a traditional auction in which the buyers bid up the price, sellers bid down the price in a reverse auction. ``(2) Reverse auctions, while providing value for the vast majority of Federal acquisitions, including certain construction-related acquisitions, are limited in value for complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services. ``(b) Reverse Auction Defined.--In this section, the term `reverse auction' means, with respect to any procurement by an executive agency, a real-time auction generally conducted through an electronic medium among two or more offerors who compete by submitting bids for a supply or service contract, or a delivery order, task order, or purchase order under the contract, with the ability to submit revised lower bids at any time before the closing of the auction. ``(c) Prohibition.-- ``(1) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In general.--Not later than 270 days after the date of the enactment of this section, the Federal Acquisition Regulation shall be amended to prohibit the use of reverse auctions for awarding contracts for complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services. ``(2) Applicability to acquisitions above the simplified acquisition threshold.--The prohibition on reverse auctions for complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services shall apply only to acquisitions above the simplified acquisition threshold (SAT) for construction and design services pursuant to part 36 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation. [[Page 135 STAT. 305]] ``(d) <<NOTE: Deadline. Definition. 41 USC 3309 note.>> Rulemaking for Complex, Specialized, or Substantial Services.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this section, the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council shall promulgate a definition of complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services, which shall include-- ``(1) site planning and landscape design; ``(2) architectural and engineering services (as defined in section 1102 of title 40, United States Code); ``(3) interior design; ``(4) performance of substantial construction work for facility, infrastructure, and environmental restoration projects; and ``(5) construction or substantial alteration of public buildings or public works. ``(e) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to restrict the use of reverse auctions for the procurement of other goods and services except as specifically provided for under this section. ``(f) Report.--Not later than two years after the date of the enactment of this section, the Administrator of General Services shall submit to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Oversight and Reform of the House of Representatives a report on the effectiveness of this section in delivering complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services to the United States Government.''. SEC. 3. 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. Approved July 26, 2021. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--H.R. 26: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 167 (2021): Jan. 5, considered and passed House. July 13, considered and passed Senate. <all>

[117th Congress Public Law 28] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 135 STAT. 304]] Public Law 117-28 117th Congress An Act To amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, to correct a provision on the prohibition on the use of a reverse auction, and for other purposes. <<NOTE: July 26, 2021 - [H.R. 26]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Construction Consensus Procurement Improvement Act of 2021.>> SECTION 1. <<NOTE: 41 USC 101 note.>> SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Construction Consensus Procurement Improvement Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. AMENDMENT. Section 402 of title IV of division U of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, <<NOTE: 41 USC 3309 note.>> is amended to read as follows: ``prohibition on use of a reverse auction for the award of a contract for complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services ``Sec. 402. ``(a) Findings.--Congress makes the following findings: ``(1) In contrast to a traditional auction in which the buyers bid up the price, sellers bid down the price in a reverse auction. ``(2) Reverse auctions, while providing value for the vast majority of Federal acquisitions, including certain construction-related acquisitions, are limited in value for complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services. ``(b) Reverse Auction Defined.--In this section, the term `reverse auction' means, with respect to any procurement by an executive agency, a real-time auction generally conducted through an electronic medium among two or more offerors who compete by submitting bids for a supply or service contract, or a delivery order, task order, or purchase order under the contract, with the ability to submit revised lower bids at any time before the closing of the auction. ``(c) Prohibition.-- ``(1) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In general.--Not later than 270 days after the date of the enactment of this section, the Federal Acquisition Regulation shall be amended to prohibit the use of reverse auctions for awarding contracts for complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services. ``(2) Applicability to acquisitions above the simplified acquisition threshold.--The prohibition on reverse auctions for complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services shall apply only to acquisitions above the simplified acquisition threshold (SAT) for construction and design services pursuant to part 36 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation. [[Page 135 STAT. 305]] ``(d) <<NOTE: Deadline. Definition. 41 USC 3309 note.>> Rulemaking for Complex, Specialized, or Substantial Services.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this section, the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council shall promulgate a definition of complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services, which shall include-- ``(1) site planning and landscape design; ``(2) architectural and engineering services (as defined in section 1102 of title 40, United States Code); ``(3) interior design; ``(4) performance of substantial construction work for facility, infrastructure, and environmental restoration projects; and ``(5) construction or substantial alteration of public buildings or public works. ``(e) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to restrict the use of reverse auctions for the procurement of other goods and services except as specifically provided for under this section. ``(f) Report.--Not later than two years after the date of the enactment of this section, the Administrator of General Services shall submit to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Oversight and Reform of the House of Representatives a report on the effectiveness of this section in delivering complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services to the United States Government.''. SEC. 3. 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. Approved July 26, 2021. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--H.R. 26: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 167 (2021): Jan. 5, considered and passed House. July 13, considered and passed Senate. <all>

[117th Congress Public Law 28] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 135 STAT. <<NOTE: July 26, 2021 - [H.R. 26]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Construction Consensus Procurement Improvement Act of 2021. ``(b) Reverse Auction Defined.--In this section, the term `reverse auction' means, with respect to any procurement by an executive agency, a real-time auction generally conducted through an electronic medium among two or more offerors who compete by submitting bids for a supply or service contract, or a delivery order, task order, or purchase order under the contract, with the ability to submit revised lower bids at any time before the closing of the auction. ``(c) Prohibition.-- ``(1) <<NOTE: Deadline. ``(e) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to restrict the use of reverse auctions for the procurement of other goods and services except as specifically provided for under this section. ``(f) Report.--Not later than two years after the date of the enactment of this section, the Administrator of General Services shall submit to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Oversight and Reform of the House of Representatives a report on the effectiveness of this section in delivering complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services to the United States Government.''. 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. July 13, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 28] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 135 STAT. <<NOTE: 41 USC 101 note. ``(2) Reverse auctions, while providing value for the vast majority of Federal acquisitions, including certain construction-related acquisitions, are limited in value for complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services. ``(2) Applicability to acquisitions above the simplified acquisition threshold.--The prohibition on reverse auctions for complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services shall apply only to acquisitions above the simplified acquisition threshold (SAT) for construction and design services pursuant to part 36 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation. [[ ``(f) Report.--Not later than two years after the date of the enactment of this section, the Administrator of General Services shall submit to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Oversight and Reform of the House of Representatives a report on the effectiveness of this section in delivering complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services to the United States Government.''.

[117th Congress Public Law 28] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 135 STAT. <<NOTE: 41 USC 101 note. ``(2) Reverse auctions, while providing value for the vast majority of Federal acquisitions, including certain construction-related acquisitions, are limited in value for complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services. ``(2) Applicability to acquisitions above the simplified acquisition threshold.--The prohibition on reverse auctions for complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services shall apply only to acquisitions above the simplified acquisition threshold (SAT) for construction and design services pursuant to part 36 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation. [[ ``(f) Report.--Not later than two years after the date of the enactment of this section, the Administrator of General Services shall submit to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Oversight and Reform of the House of Representatives a report on the effectiveness of this section in delivering complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services to the United States Government.''.

[117th Congress Public Law 28] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 135 STAT. <<NOTE: July 26, 2021 - [H.R. 26]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Construction Consensus Procurement Improvement Act of 2021. ``(b) Reverse Auction Defined.--In this section, the term `reverse auction' means, with respect to any procurement by an executive agency, a real-time auction generally conducted through an electronic medium among two or more offerors who compete by submitting bids for a supply or service contract, or a delivery order, task order, or purchase order under the contract, with the ability to submit revised lower bids at any time before the closing of the auction. ``(c) Prohibition.-- ``(1) <<NOTE: Deadline. ``(e) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to restrict the use of reverse auctions for the procurement of other goods and services except as specifically provided for under this section. ``(f) Report.--Not later than two years after the date of the enactment of this section, the Administrator of General Services shall submit to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Oversight and Reform of the House of Representatives a report on the effectiveness of this section in delivering complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services to the United States Government.''. 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. July 13, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 28] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 135 STAT. <<NOTE: 41 USC 101 note. ``(2) Reverse auctions, while providing value for the vast majority of Federal acquisitions, including certain construction-related acquisitions, are limited in value for complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services. ``(2) Applicability to acquisitions above the simplified acquisition threshold.--The prohibition on reverse auctions for complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services shall apply only to acquisitions above the simplified acquisition threshold (SAT) for construction and design services pursuant to part 36 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation. [[ ``(f) Report.--Not later than two years after the date of the enactment of this section, the Administrator of General Services shall submit to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Oversight and Reform of the House of Representatives a report on the effectiveness of this section in delivering complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services to the United States Government.''.

[117th Congress Public Law 28] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 135 STAT. <<NOTE: July 26, 2021 - [H.R. 26]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Construction Consensus Procurement Improvement Act of 2021. ``(b) Reverse Auction Defined.--In this section, the term `reverse auction' means, with respect to any procurement by an executive agency, a real-time auction generally conducted through an electronic medium among two or more offerors who compete by submitting bids for a supply or service contract, or a delivery order, task order, or purchase order under the contract, with the ability to submit revised lower bids at any time before the closing of the auction. ``(c) Prohibition.-- ``(1) <<NOTE: Deadline. ``(e) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to restrict the use of reverse auctions for the procurement of other goods and services except as specifically provided for under this section. ``(f) Report.--Not later than two years after the date of the enactment of this section, the Administrator of General Services shall submit to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Oversight and Reform of the House of Representatives a report on the effectiveness of this section in delivering complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services to the United States Government.''. 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. July 13, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 28] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 135 STAT. <<NOTE: 41 USC 101 note. ``(2) Reverse auctions, while providing value for the vast majority of Federal acquisitions, including certain construction-related acquisitions, are limited in value for complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services. ``(2) Applicability to acquisitions above the simplified acquisition threshold.--The prohibition on reverse auctions for complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services shall apply only to acquisitions above the simplified acquisition threshold (SAT) for construction and design services pursuant to part 36 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation. [[ ``(f) Report.--Not later than two years after the date of the enactment of this section, the Administrator of General Services shall submit to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Oversight and Reform of the House of Representatives a report on the effectiveness of this section in delivering complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services to the United States Government.''.

[117th Congress Public Law 28] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 135 STAT. <<NOTE: July 26, 2021 - [H.R. 26]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Construction Consensus Procurement Improvement Act of 2021. ``(b) Reverse Auction Defined.--In this section, the term `reverse auction' means, with respect to any procurement by an executive agency, a real-time auction generally conducted through an electronic medium among two or more offerors who compete by submitting bids for a supply or service contract, or a delivery order, task order, or purchase order under the contract, with the ability to submit revised lower bids at any time before the closing of the auction. ``(c) Prohibition.-- ``(1) <<NOTE: Deadline. ``(e) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to restrict the use of reverse auctions for the procurement of other goods and services except as specifically provided for under this section. ``(f) Report.--Not later than two years after the date of the enactment of this section, the Administrator of General Services shall submit to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Oversight and Reform of the House of Representatives a report on the effectiveness of this section in delivering complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services to the United States Government.''. 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. July 13, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 28] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 135 STAT. <<NOTE: 41 USC 101 note. ``(2) Reverse auctions, while providing value for the vast majority of Federal acquisitions, including certain construction-related acquisitions, are limited in value for complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services. ``(2) Applicability to acquisitions above the simplified acquisition threshold.--The prohibition on reverse auctions for complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services shall apply only to acquisitions above the simplified acquisition threshold (SAT) for construction and design services pursuant to part 36 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation. [[ ``(f) Report.--Not later than two years after the date of the enactment of this section, the Administrator of General Services shall submit to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Oversight and Reform of the House of Representatives a report on the effectiveness of this section in delivering complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services to the United States Government.''.

[117th Congress Public Law 28] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 135 STAT. <<NOTE: July 26, 2021 - [H.R. 26]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Construction Consensus Procurement Improvement Act of 2021. ``(b) Reverse Auction Defined.--In this section, the term `reverse auction' means, with respect to any procurement by an executive agency, a real-time auction generally conducted through an electronic medium among two or more offerors who compete by submitting bids for a supply or service contract, or a delivery order, task order, or purchase order under the contract, with the ability to submit revised lower bids at any time before the closing of the auction. ``(c) Prohibition.-- ``(1) <<NOTE: Deadline. ``(e) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to restrict the use of reverse auctions for the procurement of other goods and services except as specifically provided for under this section. ``(f) Report.--Not later than two years after the date of the enactment of this section, the Administrator of General Services shall submit to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Oversight and Reform of the House of Representatives a report on the effectiveness of this section in delivering complex, specialized, or substantial design and construction services to the United States Government.''. 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. July 13, considered and passed Senate.

H.R.1986

Government Operations and Politics

Federal Bird Safe Buildings Act of 2021 This bill requires the General Services Administration (GSA) to develop and implement strategies for reducing bird fatalities from collisions with public buildings. Specifically, the GSA must incorporate relevant features and strategies into public buildings that are newly constructed, acquired, or substantially altered so as to reduce bird fatalities. The GSA must also develop a related design guide and annually certify its active use. The bill's provisions do not apply to buildings and sites on the National Register of Historic Places, the White House and its grounds, the Supreme Court building and its grounds, or the U.S. Capitol and any buildings on its grounds.

To amend title 40, United States Code, to direct the Administrator of General Services to incorporate practices and strategies to reduce bird fatality resulting from collisions with certain public buildings, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Bird Safe Buildings Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. USE OF BIRD-SAFE FEATURES, PRACTICES, AND STRATEGIES IN PUBLIC BUILDINGS. (a) In General.--Chapter 33 of title 40, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``Sec. 3319. Use of bird-safe features, practices, and strategies in public buildings ``(a) Construction, Alteration, and Acquisition of Public Buildings.--The Administrator of General Services shall incorporate, to the extent practicable, features, practices, and strategies to reduce bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings for each public building-- ``(1) constructed; ``(2) acquired; or ``(3) of which more than 50 percent of the facade is substantially altered (in the opinion of the Commissioner of Public Buildings). ``(b) Design Guide.--The Administrator shall develop a design guide to carry out subsection (a) that includes the following: ``(1) Features for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings throughout all construction phases, taking into account the number of each such bird fatality that occurs at different types of public buildings. ``(2) Methods and strategies for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings during the operation and maintenance of such buildings, including installing interior, exterior, and site lighting. ``(3) Best practices for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings, including-- ``(A) a description of the reasons for adopting such practices; and ``(B) an explanation for the omission of a best practice identified pursuant to subsection (c). ``(c) Identifying Best Practices.--To carry out subsection (b)(3), the Administrator may identify best practices for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings, including best practices recommended by-- ``(1) Federal agencies with expertise in bird conservation; ``(2) nongovernmental organizations with expertise in bird conservation; and ``(3) representatives of green building certification systems. ``(d) Dissemination of Design Guide.--The Administrator shall disseminate the design guide developed pursuant to subsection (b) to all Federal agencies, subagencies, and departments with independent leasing authority from the Administrator. ``(e) Update to Design Guide.--The Administrator shall, on a regular basis, update the design guide developed pursuant to subsection (b) with respect to the priorities of the Administrator for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings. ``(f) Exempt Buildings.--This section shall not apply to-- ``(1) any building or site listed, or eligible for listing, on the National Register of Historic Places; ``(2) the White House and the grounds of the White House; ``(3) the Supreme Court building and the grounds of the Supreme Court; or ``(4) the United States Capitol and any building on the grounds of the Capitol. ``(g) Certification.--Not later than October 1 of each fiscal year, the Administrator, acting through the Commissioner, shall certify to Congress that the Administrator uses the design guide developed pursuant to subsection (b) for each public building described in subsection (a). ``(h) Report.--Not later than October 1 of each fiscal year, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report that includes-- ``(1) the certification under subsection (g); and ``(2) to the extent practicable, the number of each such bird fatality that occurred as a result of a collision with the public buildings occupied by the respective head of each Federal agency.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections at the beginning of chapter 33 of title 40, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new item: ``3319. Use of bird-safe features, practices, and strategies in public buildings.''. <all>

Federal Bird Safe Buildings Act of 2021

To amend title 40, United States Code, to direct the Administrator of General Services to incorporate practices and strategies to reduce bird fatality resulting from collisions with certain public buildings, and for other purposes.

Federal Bird Safe Buildings Act of 2021

Rep. Quigley, Mike

D

IL

This bill requires the General Services Administration (GSA) to develop and implement strategies for reducing bird fatalities from collisions with public buildings. Specifically, the GSA must incorporate relevant features and strategies into public buildings that are newly constructed, acquired, or substantially altered so as to reduce bird fatalities. The GSA must also develop a related design guide and annually certify its active use. The bill's provisions do not apply to buildings and sites on the National Register of Historic Places, the White House and its grounds, the Supreme Court building and its grounds, or the U.S. Capitol and any buildings on its grounds.

To amend title 40, United States Code, to direct the Administrator of General Services to incorporate practices and strategies to reduce bird fatality resulting from collisions with certain public buildings, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Bird Safe Buildings Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. USE OF BIRD-SAFE FEATURES, PRACTICES, AND STRATEGIES IN PUBLIC BUILDINGS. (a) In General.--Chapter 33 of title 40, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``Sec. 3319. Use of bird-safe features, practices, and strategies in public buildings ``(a) Construction, Alteration, and Acquisition of Public Buildings.--The Administrator of General Services shall incorporate, to the extent practicable, features, practices, and strategies to reduce bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings for each public building-- ``(1) constructed; ``(2) acquired; or ``(3) of which more than 50 percent of the facade is substantially altered (in the opinion of the Commissioner of Public Buildings). ``(2) Methods and strategies for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings during the operation and maintenance of such buildings, including installing interior, exterior, and site lighting. ``(c) Identifying Best Practices.--To carry out subsection (b)(3), the Administrator may identify best practices for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings, including best practices recommended by-- ``(1) Federal agencies with expertise in bird conservation; ``(2) nongovernmental organizations with expertise in bird conservation; and ``(3) representatives of green building certification systems. ``(d) Dissemination of Design Guide.--The Administrator shall disseminate the design guide developed pursuant to subsection (b) to all Federal agencies, subagencies, and departments with independent leasing authority from the Administrator. ``(e) Update to Design Guide.--The Administrator shall, on a regular basis, update the design guide developed pursuant to subsection (b) with respect to the priorities of the Administrator for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings. ``(f) Exempt Buildings.--This section shall not apply to-- ``(1) any building or site listed, or eligible for listing, on the National Register of Historic Places; ``(2) the White House and the grounds of the White House; ``(3) the Supreme Court building and the grounds of the Supreme Court; or ``(4) the United States Capitol and any building on the grounds of the Capitol. ``(h) Report.--Not later than October 1 of each fiscal year, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report that includes-- ``(1) the certification under subsection (g); and ``(2) to the extent practicable, the number of each such bird fatality that occurred as a result of a collision with the public buildings occupied by the respective head of each Federal agency.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections at the beginning of chapter 33 of title 40, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new item: ``3319.

To amend title 40, United States Code, to direct the Administrator of General Services to incorporate practices and strategies to reduce bird fatality resulting from collisions with certain public buildings, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Bird Safe Buildings Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. USE OF BIRD-SAFE FEATURES, PRACTICES, AND STRATEGIES IN PUBLIC BUILDINGS. (a) In General.--Chapter 33 of title 40, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``Sec. 3319. ``(2) Methods and strategies for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings during the operation and maintenance of such buildings, including installing interior, exterior, and site lighting. ``(c) Identifying Best Practices.--To carry out subsection (b)(3), the Administrator may identify best practices for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings, including best practices recommended by-- ``(1) Federal agencies with expertise in bird conservation; ``(2) nongovernmental organizations with expertise in bird conservation; and ``(3) representatives of green building certification systems. ``(e) Update to Design Guide.--The Administrator shall, on a regular basis, update the design guide developed pursuant to subsection (b) with respect to the priorities of the Administrator for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings. ``(f) Exempt Buildings.--This section shall not apply to-- ``(1) any building or site listed, or eligible for listing, on the National Register of Historic Places; ``(2) the White House and the grounds of the White House; ``(3) the Supreme Court building and the grounds of the Supreme Court; or ``(4) the United States Capitol and any building on the grounds of the Capitol. ``(h) Report.--Not later than October 1 of each fiscal year, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report that includes-- ``(1) the certification under subsection (g); and ``(2) to the extent practicable, the number of each such bird fatality that occurred as a result of a collision with the public buildings occupied by the respective head of each Federal agency.''.

To amend title 40, United States Code, to direct the Administrator of General Services to incorporate practices and strategies to reduce bird fatality resulting from collisions with certain public buildings, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Bird Safe Buildings Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. USE OF BIRD-SAFE FEATURES, PRACTICES, AND STRATEGIES IN PUBLIC BUILDINGS. (a) In General.--Chapter 33 of title 40, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``Sec. 3319. Use of bird-safe features, practices, and strategies in public buildings ``(a) Construction, Alteration, and Acquisition of Public Buildings.--The Administrator of General Services shall incorporate, to the extent practicable, features, practices, and strategies to reduce bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings for each public building-- ``(1) constructed; ``(2) acquired; or ``(3) of which more than 50 percent of the facade is substantially altered (in the opinion of the Commissioner of Public Buildings). ``(b) Design Guide.--The Administrator shall develop a design guide to carry out subsection (a) that includes the following: ``(1) Features for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings throughout all construction phases, taking into account the number of each such bird fatality that occurs at different types of public buildings. ``(2) Methods and strategies for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings during the operation and maintenance of such buildings, including installing interior, exterior, and site lighting. ``(3) Best practices for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings, including-- ``(A) a description of the reasons for adopting such practices; and ``(B) an explanation for the omission of a best practice identified pursuant to subsection (c). ``(c) Identifying Best Practices.--To carry out subsection (b)(3), the Administrator may identify best practices for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings, including best practices recommended by-- ``(1) Federal agencies with expertise in bird conservation; ``(2) nongovernmental organizations with expertise in bird conservation; and ``(3) representatives of green building certification systems. ``(d) Dissemination of Design Guide.--The Administrator shall disseminate the design guide developed pursuant to subsection (b) to all Federal agencies, subagencies, and departments with independent leasing authority from the Administrator. ``(e) Update to Design Guide.--The Administrator shall, on a regular basis, update the design guide developed pursuant to subsection (b) with respect to the priorities of the Administrator for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings. ``(f) Exempt Buildings.--This section shall not apply to-- ``(1) any building or site listed, or eligible for listing, on the National Register of Historic Places; ``(2) the White House and the grounds of the White House; ``(3) the Supreme Court building and the grounds of the Supreme Court; or ``(4) the United States Capitol and any building on the grounds of the Capitol. ``(g) Certification.--Not later than October 1 of each fiscal year, the Administrator, acting through the Commissioner, shall certify to Congress that the Administrator uses the design guide developed pursuant to subsection (b) for each public building described in subsection (a). ``(h) Report.--Not later than October 1 of each fiscal year, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report that includes-- ``(1) the certification under subsection (g); and ``(2) to the extent practicable, the number of each such bird fatality that occurred as a result of a collision with the public buildings occupied by the respective head of each Federal agency.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections at the beginning of chapter 33 of title 40, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new item: ``3319. Use of bird-safe features, practices, and strategies in public buildings.''. <all>

To amend title 40, United States Code, to direct the Administrator of General Services to incorporate practices and strategies to reduce bird fatality resulting from collisions with certain public buildings, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Bird Safe Buildings Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. USE OF BIRD-SAFE FEATURES, PRACTICES, AND STRATEGIES IN PUBLIC BUILDINGS. (a) In General.--Chapter 33 of title 40, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``Sec. 3319. Use of bird-safe features, practices, and strategies in public buildings ``(a) Construction, Alteration, and Acquisition of Public Buildings.--The Administrator of General Services shall incorporate, to the extent practicable, features, practices, and strategies to reduce bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings for each public building-- ``(1) constructed; ``(2) acquired; or ``(3) of which more than 50 percent of the facade is substantially altered (in the opinion of the Commissioner of Public Buildings). ``(b) Design Guide.--The Administrator shall develop a design guide to carry out subsection (a) that includes the following: ``(1) Features for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings throughout all construction phases, taking into account the number of each such bird fatality that occurs at different types of public buildings. ``(2) Methods and strategies for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings during the operation and maintenance of such buildings, including installing interior, exterior, and site lighting. ``(3) Best practices for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings, including-- ``(A) a description of the reasons for adopting such practices; and ``(B) an explanation for the omission of a best practice identified pursuant to subsection (c). ``(c) Identifying Best Practices.--To carry out subsection (b)(3), the Administrator may identify best practices for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings, including best practices recommended by-- ``(1) Federal agencies with expertise in bird conservation; ``(2) nongovernmental organizations with expertise in bird conservation; and ``(3) representatives of green building certification systems. ``(d) Dissemination of Design Guide.--The Administrator shall disseminate the design guide developed pursuant to subsection (b) to all Federal agencies, subagencies, and departments with independent leasing authority from the Administrator. ``(e) Update to Design Guide.--The Administrator shall, on a regular basis, update the design guide developed pursuant to subsection (b) with respect to the priorities of the Administrator for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings. ``(f) Exempt Buildings.--This section shall not apply to-- ``(1) any building or site listed, or eligible for listing, on the National Register of Historic Places; ``(2) the White House and the grounds of the White House; ``(3) the Supreme Court building and the grounds of the Supreme Court; or ``(4) the United States Capitol and any building on the grounds of the Capitol. ``(g) Certification.--Not later than October 1 of each fiscal year, the Administrator, acting through the Commissioner, shall certify to Congress that the Administrator uses the design guide developed pursuant to subsection (b) for each public building described in subsection (a). ``(h) Report.--Not later than October 1 of each fiscal year, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report that includes-- ``(1) the certification under subsection (g); and ``(2) to the extent practicable, the number of each such bird fatality that occurred as a result of a collision with the public buildings occupied by the respective head of each Federal agency.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections at the beginning of chapter 33 of title 40, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new item: ``3319. Use of bird-safe features, practices, and strategies in public buildings.''. <all>

To amend title 40, United States Code, to direct the Administrator of General Services to incorporate practices and strategies to reduce bird fatality resulting from collisions with certain public buildings, and for other purposes. Use of bird-safe features, practices, and strategies in public buildings ``(a) Construction, Alteration, and Acquisition of Public Buildings.--The Administrator of General Services shall incorporate, to the extent practicable, features, practices, and strategies to reduce bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings for each public building-- ``(1) constructed; ``(2) acquired; or ``(3) of which more than 50 percent of the facade is substantially altered (in the opinion of the Commissioner of Public Buildings). ``(2) Methods and strategies for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings during the operation and maintenance of such buildings, including installing interior, exterior, and site lighting. ``(d) Dissemination of Design Guide.--The Administrator shall disseminate the design guide developed pursuant to subsection (b) to all Federal agencies, subagencies, and departments with independent leasing authority from the Administrator. ``(f) Exempt Buildings.--This section shall not apply to-- ``(1) any building or site listed, or eligible for listing, on the National Register of Historic Places; ``(2) the White House and the grounds of the White House; ``(3) the Supreme Court building and the grounds of the Supreme Court; or ``(4) the United States Capitol and any building on the grounds of the Capitol. ``(h) Report.--Not later than October 1 of each fiscal year, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report that includes-- ``(1) the certification under subsection (g); and ``(2) to the extent practicable, the number of each such bird fatality that occurred as a result of a collision with the public buildings occupied by the respective head of each Federal agency.''. (

To amend title 40, United States Code, to direct the Administrator of General Services to incorporate practices and strategies to reduce bird fatality resulting from collisions with certain public buildings, and for other purposes. ``(b) Design Guide.--The Administrator shall develop a design guide to carry out subsection (a) that includes the following: ``(1) Features for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings throughout all construction phases, taking into account the number of each such bird fatality that occurs at different types of public buildings. ``(d) Dissemination of Design Guide.--The Administrator shall disseminate the design guide developed pursuant to subsection (b) to all Federal agencies, subagencies, and departments with independent leasing authority from the Administrator. ``(e) Update to Design Guide.--The Administrator shall, on a regular basis, update the design guide developed pursuant to subsection (b) with respect to the priorities of the Administrator for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings.

To amend title 40, United States Code, to direct the Administrator of General Services to incorporate practices and strategies to reduce bird fatality resulting from collisions with certain public buildings, and for other purposes. ``(b) Design Guide.--The Administrator shall develop a design guide to carry out subsection (a) that includes the following: ``(1) Features for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings throughout all construction phases, taking into account the number of each such bird fatality that occurs at different types of public buildings. ``(d) Dissemination of Design Guide.--The Administrator shall disseminate the design guide developed pursuant to subsection (b) to all Federal agencies, subagencies, and departments with independent leasing authority from the Administrator. ``(e) Update to Design Guide.--The Administrator shall, on a regular basis, update the design guide developed pursuant to subsection (b) with respect to the priorities of the Administrator for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings.

To amend title 40, United States Code, to direct the Administrator of General Services to incorporate practices and strategies to reduce bird fatality resulting from collisions with certain public buildings, and for other purposes. Use of bird-safe features, practices, and strategies in public buildings ``(a) Construction, Alteration, and Acquisition of Public Buildings.--The Administrator of General Services shall incorporate, to the extent practicable, features, practices, and strategies to reduce bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings for each public building-- ``(1) constructed; ``(2) acquired; or ``(3) of which more than 50 percent of the facade is substantially altered (in the opinion of the Commissioner of Public Buildings). ``(2) Methods and strategies for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings during the operation and maintenance of such buildings, including installing interior, exterior, and site lighting. ``(d) Dissemination of Design Guide.--The Administrator shall disseminate the design guide developed pursuant to subsection (b) to all Federal agencies, subagencies, and departments with independent leasing authority from the Administrator. ``(f) Exempt Buildings.--This section shall not apply to-- ``(1) any building or site listed, or eligible for listing, on the National Register of Historic Places; ``(2) the White House and the grounds of the White House; ``(3) the Supreme Court building and the grounds of the Supreme Court; or ``(4) the United States Capitol and any building on the grounds of the Capitol. ``(h) Report.--Not later than October 1 of each fiscal year, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report that includes-- ``(1) the certification under subsection (g); and ``(2) to the extent practicable, the number of each such bird fatality that occurred as a result of a collision with the public buildings occupied by the respective head of each Federal agency.''. (

To amend title 40, United States Code, to direct the Administrator of General Services to incorporate practices and strategies to reduce bird fatality resulting from collisions with certain public buildings, and for other purposes. ``(b) Design Guide.--The Administrator shall develop a design guide to carry out subsection (a) that includes the following: ``(1) Features for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings throughout all construction phases, taking into account the number of each such bird fatality that occurs at different types of public buildings. ``(d) Dissemination of Design Guide.--The Administrator shall disseminate the design guide developed pursuant to subsection (b) to all Federal agencies, subagencies, and departments with independent leasing authority from the Administrator. ``(e) Update to Design Guide.--The Administrator shall, on a regular basis, update the design guide developed pursuant to subsection (b) with respect to the priorities of the Administrator for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings.

To amend title 40, United States Code, to direct the Administrator of General Services to incorporate practices and strategies to reduce bird fatality resulting from collisions with certain public buildings, and for other purposes. Use of bird-safe features, practices, and strategies in public buildings ``(a) Construction, Alteration, and Acquisition of Public Buildings.--The Administrator of General Services shall incorporate, to the extent practicable, features, practices, and strategies to reduce bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings for each public building-- ``(1) constructed; ``(2) acquired; or ``(3) of which more than 50 percent of the facade is substantially altered (in the opinion of the Commissioner of Public Buildings). ``(2) Methods and strategies for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings during the operation and maintenance of such buildings, including installing interior, exterior, and site lighting. ``(d) Dissemination of Design Guide.--The Administrator shall disseminate the design guide developed pursuant to subsection (b) to all Federal agencies, subagencies, and departments with independent leasing authority from the Administrator. ``(f) Exempt Buildings.--This section shall not apply to-- ``(1) any building or site listed, or eligible for listing, on the National Register of Historic Places; ``(2) the White House and the grounds of the White House; ``(3) the Supreme Court building and the grounds of the Supreme Court; or ``(4) the United States Capitol and any building on the grounds of the Capitol. ``(h) Report.--Not later than October 1 of each fiscal year, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report that includes-- ``(1) the certification under subsection (g); and ``(2) to the extent practicable, the number of each such bird fatality that occurred as a result of a collision with the public buildings occupied by the respective head of each Federal agency.''. (

To amend title 40, United States Code, to direct the Administrator of General Services to incorporate practices and strategies to reduce bird fatality resulting from collisions with certain public buildings, and for other purposes. ``(b) Design Guide.--The Administrator shall develop a design guide to carry out subsection (a) that includes the following: ``(1) Features for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings throughout all construction phases, taking into account the number of each such bird fatality that occurs at different types of public buildings. ``(d) Dissemination of Design Guide.--The Administrator shall disseminate the design guide developed pursuant to subsection (b) to all Federal agencies, subagencies, and departments with independent leasing authority from the Administrator. ``(e) Update to Design Guide.--The Administrator shall, on a regular basis, update the design guide developed pursuant to subsection (b) with respect to the priorities of the Administrator for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings.

To amend title 40, United States Code, to direct the Administrator of General Services to incorporate practices and strategies to reduce bird fatality resulting from collisions with certain public buildings, and for other purposes. Use of bird-safe features, practices, and strategies in public buildings ``(a) Construction, Alteration, and Acquisition of Public Buildings.--The Administrator of General Services shall incorporate, to the extent practicable, features, practices, and strategies to reduce bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings for each public building-- ``(1) constructed; ``(2) acquired; or ``(3) of which more than 50 percent of the facade is substantially altered (in the opinion of the Commissioner of Public Buildings). ``(2) Methods and strategies for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings during the operation and maintenance of such buildings, including installing interior, exterior, and site lighting. ``(d) Dissemination of Design Guide.--The Administrator shall disseminate the design guide developed pursuant to subsection (b) to all Federal agencies, subagencies, and departments with independent leasing authority from the Administrator. ``(f) Exempt Buildings.--This section shall not apply to-- ``(1) any building or site listed, or eligible for listing, on the National Register of Historic Places; ``(2) the White House and the grounds of the White House; ``(3) the Supreme Court building and the grounds of the Supreme Court; or ``(4) the United States Capitol and any building on the grounds of the Capitol. ``(h) Report.--Not later than October 1 of each fiscal year, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report that includes-- ``(1) the certification under subsection (g); and ``(2) to the extent practicable, the number of each such bird fatality that occurred as a result of a collision with the public buildings occupied by the respective head of each Federal agency.''. (

To amend title 40, United States Code, to direct the Administrator of General Services to incorporate practices and strategies to reduce bird fatality resulting from collisions with certain public buildings, and for other purposes. ``(b) Design Guide.--The Administrator shall develop a design guide to carry out subsection (a) that includes the following: ``(1) Features for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings throughout all construction phases, taking into account the number of each such bird fatality that occurs at different types of public buildings. ``(d) Dissemination of Design Guide.--The Administrator shall disseminate the design guide developed pursuant to subsection (b) to all Federal agencies, subagencies, and departments with independent leasing authority from the Administrator. ``(e) Update to Design Guide.--The Administrator shall, on a regular basis, update the design guide developed pursuant to subsection (b) with respect to the priorities of the Administrator for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings.

To amend title 40, United States Code, to direct the Administrator of General Services to incorporate practices and strategies to reduce bird fatality resulting from collisions with certain public buildings, and for other purposes. Use of bird-safe features, practices, and strategies in public buildings ``(a) Construction, Alteration, and Acquisition of Public Buildings.--The Administrator of General Services shall incorporate, to the extent practicable, features, practices, and strategies to reduce bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings for each public building-- ``(1) constructed; ``(2) acquired; or ``(3) of which more than 50 percent of the facade is substantially altered (in the opinion of the Commissioner of Public Buildings). ``(2) Methods and strategies for reducing bird fatality resulting from collisions with public buildings during the operation and maintenance of such buildings, including installing interior, exterior, and site lighting. ``(d) Dissemination of Design Guide.--The Administrator shall disseminate the design guide developed pursuant to subsection (b) to all Federal agencies, subagencies, and departments with independent leasing authority from the Administrator. ``(f) Exempt Buildings.--This section shall not apply to-- ``(1) any building or site listed, or eligible for listing, on the National Register of Historic Places; ``(2) the White House and the grounds of the White House; ``(3) the Supreme Court building and the grounds of the Supreme Court; or ``(4) the United States Capitol and any building on the grounds of the Capitol. ``(h) Report.--Not later than October 1 of each fiscal year, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report that includes-- ``(1) the certification under subsection (g); and ``(2) to the extent practicable, the number of each such bird fatality that occurred as a result of a collision with the public buildings occupied by the respective head of each Federal agency.''. (

H.R.4994

Public Lands and Natural Resources

No Federal Funding for Confederate Symbols Act This bill prohibits federal funds from being used for the creation, maintenance, or display of any Confederate symbol on federal public land or other federal property. An exception to such prohibition is provided (1) if the use of such funds is necessary to allow for the removal of the Confederate symbol to address public safety; or (2) in the case of a Confederate symbol created, maintained, or displayed in a museum or educational exhibit.

To prohibit the use of Federal funds for Confederate symbols, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Federal Funding for Confederate Symbols Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. The Congress finds the following: (1) The Confederate battle flag is one of the most controversial symbols from U.S. history, signifying a representation of racism, slavery, and the oppression of African Americans. (2) The Confederate flag and the erection of Confederate monuments were used as symbols to resist efforts to dismantle Jim Crow segregation, and have become pillars of Ku Klux Klan rallies. (3) There are at least 1,503 symbols of the Confederacy in public spaces, including 109 public schools named after prominent Confederates, many with large African-American student populations. (4) There are more than 700 Confederate monuments and statues on public property throughout the country, the vast majority in the South. These include 96 monuments in Virginia, 90 in Georgia, and 90 in North Carolina. SEC. 3. FEDERAL FUNDS RESTRICTION. (a) In General.--Except as provided in subsection (c), no Federal funds may be used for the creation, maintenance, or display, as applicable, of any Confederate symbol on Federal public land, including any highway, park, subway, Federal building, military installation, street, or other Federal property. (b) Confederate Symbol Defined.--The term ``Confederate symbol'' includes the following: (1) A Confederate battle flag. (2) Any symbol or other signage that honors the Confederacy. (3) Any monument or statue that honors a Confederate leader or soldier or the Confederate States of America. (c) Exceptions.--Subsection (a) does not apply-- (1) if the use of such funds is necessary to allow for removal of the Confederate symbol to address public safety; or (2) in the case of a Confederate symbol created, maintained, or displayed in a museum or educational exhibit. <all>

No Federal Funding for Confederate Symbols Act

To prohibit the use of Federal funds for Confederate symbols, and for other purposes.

No Federal Funding for Confederate Symbols Act

Rep. Espaillat, Adriano

D

NY

This bill prohibits federal funds from being used for the creation, maintenance, or display of any Confederate symbol on federal public land or other federal property. An exception to such prohibition is provided (1) if the use of such funds is necessary to allow for the removal of the Confederate symbol to address public safety; or (2) in the case of a Confederate symbol created, maintained, or displayed in a museum or educational exhibit.

To prohibit the use of Federal funds for Confederate symbols, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Federal Funding for Confederate Symbols Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. The Congress finds the following: (1) The Confederate battle flag is one of the most controversial symbols from U.S. history, signifying a representation of racism, slavery, and the oppression of African Americans. (2) The Confederate flag and the erection of Confederate monuments were used as symbols to resist efforts to dismantle Jim Crow segregation, and have become pillars of Ku Klux Klan rallies. (3) There are at least 1,503 symbols of the Confederacy in public spaces, including 109 public schools named after prominent Confederates, many with large African-American student populations. (4) There are more than 700 Confederate monuments and statues on public property throughout the country, the vast majority in the South. These include 96 monuments in Virginia, 90 in Georgia, and 90 in North Carolina. SEC. 3. FEDERAL FUNDS RESTRICTION. (a) In General.--Except as provided in subsection (c), no Federal funds may be used for the creation, maintenance, or display, as applicable, of any Confederate symbol on Federal public land, including any highway, park, subway, Federal building, military installation, street, or other Federal property. (b) Confederate Symbol Defined.--The term ``Confederate symbol'' includes the following: (1) A Confederate battle flag. (2) Any symbol or other signage that honors the Confederacy. (3) Any monument or statue that honors a Confederate leader or soldier or the Confederate States of America. (c) Exceptions.--Subsection (a) does not apply-- (1) if the use of such funds is necessary to allow for removal of the Confederate symbol to address public safety; or (2) in the case of a Confederate symbol created, maintained, or displayed in a museum or educational exhibit. <all>

To prohibit the use of Federal funds for Confederate symbols, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Federal Funding for Confederate Symbols Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. The Congress finds the following: (1) The Confederate battle flag is one of the most controversial symbols from U.S. history, signifying a representation of racism, slavery, and the oppression of African Americans. (2) The Confederate flag and the erection of Confederate monuments were used as symbols to resist efforts to dismantle Jim Crow segregation, and have become pillars of Ku Klux Klan rallies. (3) There are at least 1,503 symbols of the Confederacy in public spaces, including 109 public schools named after prominent Confederates, many with large African-American student populations. (4) There are more than 700 Confederate monuments and statues on public property throughout the country, the vast majority in the South. These include 96 monuments in Virginia, 90 in Georgia, and 90 in North Carolina. SEC. 3. FEDERAL FUNDS RESTRICTION. (a) In General.--Except as provided in subsection (c), no Federal funds may be used for the creation, maintenance, or display, as applicable, of any Confederate symbol on Federal public land, including any highway, park, subway, Federal building, military installation, street, or other Federal property. (b) Confederate Symbol Defined.--The term ``Confederate symbol'' includes the following: (1) A Confederate battle flag. (2) Any symbol or other signage that honors the Confederacy. (3) Any monument or statue that honors a Confederate leader or soldier or the Confederate States of America. (c) Exceptions.--Subsection (a) does not apply-- (1) if the use of such funds is necessary to allow for removal of the Confederate symbol to address public safety; or (2) in the case of a Confederate symbol created, maintained, or displayed in a museum or educational exhibit. <all>

To prohibit the use of Federal funds for Confederate symbols, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Federal Funding for Confederate Symbols Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. The Congress finds the following: (1) The Confederate battle flag is one of the most controversial symbols from U.S. history, signifying a representation of racism, slavery, and the oppression of African Americans. (2) The Confederate flag and the erection of Confederate monuments were used as symbols to resist efforts to dismantle Jim Crow segregation, and have become pillars of Ku Klux Klan rallies. (3) There are at least 1,503 symbols of the Confederacy in public spaces, including 109 public schools named after prominent Confederates, many with large African-American student populations. (4) There are more than 700 Confederate monuments and statues on public property throughout the country, the vast majority in the South. These include 96 monuments in Virginia, 90 in Georgia, and 90 in North Carolina. SEC. 3. FEDERAL FUNDS RESTRICTION. (a) In General.--Except as provided in subsection (c), no Federal funds may be used for the creation, maintenance, or display, as applicable, of any Confederate symbol on Federal public land, including any highway, park, subway, Federal building, military installation, street, or other Federal property. (b) Confederate Symbol Defined.--The term ``Confederate symbol'' includes the following: (1) A Confederate battle flag. (2) Any symbol or other signage that honors the Confederacy. (3) Any monument or statue that honors a Confederate leader or soldier or the Confederate States of America. (c) Exceptions.--Subsection (a) does not apply-- (1) if the use of such funds is necessary to allow for removal of the Confederate symbol to address public safety; or (2) in the case of a Confederate symbol created, maintained, or displayed in a museum or educational exhibit. <all>

To prohibit the use of Federal funds for Confederate symbols, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Federal Funding for Confederate Symbols Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. The Congress finds the following: (1) The Confederate battle flag is one of the most controversial symbols from U.S. history, signifying a representation of racism, slavery, and the oppression of African Americans. (2) The Confederate flag and the erection of Confederate monuments were used as symbols to resist efforts to dismantle Jim Crow segregation, and have become pillars of Ku Klux Klan rallies. (3) There are at least 1,503 symbols of the Confederacy in public spaces, including 109 public schools named after prominent Confederates, many with large African-American student populations. (4) There are more than 700 Confederate monuments and statues on public property throughout the country, the vast majority in the South. These include 96 monuments in Virginia, 90 in Georgia, and 90 in North Carolina. SEC. 3. FEDERAL FUNDS RESTRICTION. (a) In General.--Except as provided in subsection (c), no Federal funds may be used for the creation, maintenance, or display, as applicable, of any Confederate symbol on Federal public land, including any highway, park, subway, Federal building, military installation, street, or other Federal property. (b) Confederate Symbol Defined.--The term ``Confederate symbol'' includes the following: (1) A Confederate battle flag. (2) Any symbol or other signage that honors the Confederacy. (3) Any monument or statue that honors a Confederate leader or soldier or the Confederate States of America. (c) Exceptions.--Subsection (a) does not apply-- (1) if the use of such funds is necessary to allow for removal of the Confederate symbol to address public safety; or (2) in the case of a Confederate symbol created, maintained, or displayed in a museum or educational exhibit. <all>

To prohibit the use of Federal funds for Confederate symbols, and for other purposes. 3) There are at least 1,503 symbols of the Confederacy in public spaces, including 109 public schools named after prominent Confederates, many with large African-American student populations. ( These include 96 monuments in Virginia, 90 in Georgia, and 90 in North Carolina. (2) Any symbol or other signage that honors the Confederacy. ( 3) Any monument or statue that honors a Confederate leader or soldier or the Confederate States of America. (

To prohibit the use of Federal funds for Confederate symbols, and for other purposes. 3) There are at least 1,503 symbols of the Confederacy in public spaces, including 109 public schools named after prominent Confederates, many with large African-American student populations. ( 4) There are more than 700 Confederate monuments and statues on public property throughout the country, the vast majority in the South.

To prohibit the use of Federal funds for Confederate symbols, and for other purposes. 3) There are at least 1,503 symbols of the Confederacy in public spaces, including 109 public schools named after prominent Confederates, many with large African-American student populations. ( 4) There are more than 700 Confederate monuments and statues on public property throughout the country, the vast majority in the South.

To prohibit the use of Federal funds for Confederate symbols, and for other purposes. 3) There are at least 1,503 symbols of the Confederacy in public spaces, including 109 public schools named after prominent Confederates, many with large African-American student populations. ( These include 96 monuments in Virginia, 90 in Georgia, and 90 in North Carolina. (2) Any symbol or other signage that honors the Confederacy. ( 3) Any monument or statue that honors a Confederate leader or soldier or the Confederate States of America. (

To prohibit the use of Federal funds for Confederate symbols, and for other purposes. 3) There are at least 1,503 symbols of the Confederacy in public spaces, including 109 public schools named after prominent Confederates, many with large African-American student populations. ( 4) There are more than 700 Confederate monuments and statues on public property throughout the country, the vast majority in the South.

To prohibit the use of Federal funds for Confederate symbols, and for other purposes. 3) There are at least 1,503 symbols of the Confederacy in public spaces, including 109 public schools named after prominent Confederates, many with large African-American student populations. ( These include 96 monuments in Virginia, 90 in Georgia, and 90 in North Carolina. (2) Any symbol or other signage that honors the Confederacy. ( 3) Any monument or statue that honors a Confederate leader or soldier or the Confederate States of America. (

To prohibit the use of Federal funds for Confederate symbols, and for other purposes. 3) There are at least 1,503 symbols of the Confederacy in public spaces, including 109 public schools named after prominent Confederates, many with large African-American student populations. ( 4) There are more than 700 Confederate monuments and statues on public property throughout the country, the vast majority in the South.

To prohibit the use of Federal funds for Confederate symbols, and for other purposes. 3) There are at least 1,503 symbols of the Confederacy in public spaces, including 109 public schools named after prominent Confederates, many with large African-American student populations. ( These include 96 monuments in Virginia, 90 in Georgia, and 90 in North Carolina. (2) Any symbol or other signage that honors the Confederacy. ( 3) Any monument or statue that honors a Confederate leader or soldier or the Confederate States of America. (

To prohibit the use of Federal funds for Confederate symbols, and for other purposes. 3) There are at least 1,503 symbols of the Confederacy in public spaces, including 109 public schools named after prominent Confederates, many with large African-American student populations. ( 4) There are more than 700 Confederate monuments and statues on public property throughout the country, the vast majority in the South.

To prohibit the use of Federal funds for Confederate symbols, and for other purposes. 3) There are at least 1,503 symbols of the Confederacy in public spaces, including 109 public schools named after prominent Confederates, many with large African-American student populations. ( These include 96 monuments in Virginia, 90 in Georgia, and 90 in North Carolina. (2) Any symbol or other signage that honors the Confederacy. ( 3) Any monument or statue that honors a Confederate leader or soldier or the Confederate States of America. (

H.R.3949

Housing and Community Development

Clean Up Our Neighborhoods Act of 2021 This bill authorizes the Department of Housing and Community Development to award grants to states for specified activities designed to eliminate blight and promote neighborhood revitalization.

To authorize the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to make grants to States for use to eliminate blight and assist in neighborhood revitalization, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Up Our Neighborhoods Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. BLIGHT ELIMINATION AND NEIGHBORHOOD REVITALIZATION GRANTS. (a) Authority.--The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development may make grants under this section, on a competitive basis, to States for use for eligible activities under subsection (c)(1) designed to eliminate blight and promote neighborhood revitalization. (b) Use in New Market Tax Credit Areas.--Amounts from a grant under this section may be used only to carry out eligible activities under subsection (c)(1) within low-income communities, as such term if defined in subsection (g). (c) Eligible Activities.-- (1) In general.--Amounts from a grant under this section may be used only for the following activities: (A) Demolition, clearance, and removal of blighted structures. (B) Boarding of vacant properties and blighted structures. (C) Deconstruction of structures. (D) Removal of waste and site clearance and vacant land management. (E) Stabilization activities in connection with providing vacant, open green space for the purpose of public access and redevelopment, including greening projects, and associated maintenance activities, including mowing. (F) Renovation of existing structures, except that not more than 30 percent of any grant under this section may be used for such activities. (2) Use of amounts by local governments.--A grantee State may use amounts from a grant under this Act to carry out eligible activities under paragraph (1) or may provide such amounts to land banks or units of general local government within the State whose jurisdictions include low-income communities for use to carry out such eligible activities within such low-income communities. (3) Priority for land banks.--In areas where land banks exist, a grantee State shall give priority, in the use of amounts from a grant under this Act, to eligible activities that will be carried out by land banks, in accordance with such requirements as the Secretary shall establish. (4) Prohibition.--Amounts from a grant under this section may not be used to acquire any occupied residential dwelling unit. (d) Matching Requirement.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall require each State that receives a grant under this section to contribute, toward carrying out the plan for the State under subsection (e)(2), an amount of matching funds from non-Federal sources that is equal to or greater than 15 percent of the amount of the grant. (2) Use of sale proceeds.--Any proceeds from sales of properties renovated pursuant to subsection (c)(1)(F) may be counted toward compliance with the requirement under paragraph (1). (e) Application and Plan.-- (1) Application.--A grant under this section may only be provided to a State that submits to the Secretary an application for such a grant that contains a plan for use of grant funds in accordance with paragraph (2) and such other information, certifications, and assurances as the Secretary considers necessary to provide for selection of States in accordance with the process and criteria under subsection (f). (2) Plan.--A plan under this paragraph shall be a detailed 5-year plan for the use of grant amounts under this section and matching amounts contributed pursuant to subsection (d) that includes-- (A) identification of the low-income communities in which eligible activities under subsection (c)(1) will be carried out using grant and matching amounts; (B) a description of the eligible activities under subsection (c)(1) to be carried out using grant and matching amounts; (C) a timetable for carrying out such eligible activities, which shall provide for the expenditure of grant and matching amounts within 5 years after receipt; and (D) identification of the sources of matching amounts to be provided in accordance with subsection (d) and assurances of the availability of such matching amounts. (f) Selection; Criteria.--The Secretary shall select applications to receive grants under this section pursuant to a competition and based on criteria as established by the Secretary for such selection. (g) Definitions.--For purposes of this section, the following definitions shall apply: (1) Land bank.--The term ``land bank'' means-- (A) a land bank, as such term is defined under State law; and (B) with respect to any State for which the laws of such State do not explicitly define such term, any publicly or community-owned entity established for the purpose of reducing or preventing blight by acquiring, managing, maintaining, and re-purposing vacant, abandoned, and foreclosed properties, including abandoned houses and buildings and empty lots. (2) Low-income community.--The term ``low-income community'' has the meaning given such term in section 45D of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (26 U.S.C. 45D) and includes any census tract or other area that is treated as a low-income community for purposes of such section. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. (4) State.--The term ``State'' means each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, the Northern Mariana Islands, the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands, and any other territory or possession of the United States. (5) Structure.--The term ``structure'' includes residential structures and commercial structures. (h) Regulations.--The Secretary shall issue any regulations necessary to carry out this section. (i) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary for grants under this section for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2027. <all>

Clean Up Our Neighborhoods Act of 2021

To authorize the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to make grants to States for use to eliminate blight and assist in neighborhood revitalization, and for other purposes.

Clean Up Our Neighborhoods Act of 2021

Rep. Ryan, Tim

D

OH

This bill authorizes the Department of Housing and Community Development to award grants to states for specified activities designed to eliminate blight and promote neighborhood revitalization.

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. BLIGHT ELIMINATION AND NEIGHBORHOOD REVITALIZATION GRANTS. (c) Eligible Activities.-- (1) In general.--Amounts from a grant under this section may be used only for the following activities: (A) Demolition, clearance, and removal of blighted structures. (B) Boarding of vacant properties and blighted structures. (E) Stabilization activities in connection with providing vacant, open green space for the purpose of public access and redevelopment, including greening projects, and associated maintenance activities, including mowing. (3) Priority for land banks.--In areas where land banks exist, a grantee State shall give priority, in the use of amounts from a grant under this Act, to eligible activities that will be carried out by land banks, in accordance with such requirements as the Secretary shall establish. (4) Prohibition.--Amounts from a grant under this section may not be used to acquire any occupied residential dwelling unit. (2) Use of sale proceeds.--Any proceeds from sales of properties renovated pursuant to subsection (c)(1)(F) may be counted toward compliance with the requirement under paragraph (1). (2) Plan.--A plan under this paragraph shall be a detailed 5-year plan for the use of grant amounts under this section and matching amounts contributed pursuant to subsection (d) that includes-- (A) identification of the low-income communities in which eligible activities under subsection (c)(1) will be carried out using grant and matching amounts; (B) a description of the eligible activities under subsection (c)(1) to be carried out using grant and matching amounts; (C) a timetable for carrying out such eligible activities, which shall provide for the expenditure of grant and matching amounts within 5 years after receipt; and (D) identification of the sources of matching amounts to be provided in accordance with subsection (d) and assurances of the availability of such matching amounts. (f) Selection; Criteria.--The Secretary shall select applications to receive grants under this section pursuant to a competition and based on criteria as established by the Secretary for such selection. 45D) and includes any census tract or other area that is treated as a low-income community for purposes of such section. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. (4) State.--The term ``State'' means each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, the Northern Mariana Islands, the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands, and any other territory or possession of the United States. (h) Regulations.--The Secretary shall issue any regulations necessary to carry out this section.

2. BLIGHT ELIMINATION AND NEIGHBORHOOD REVITALIZATION GRANTS. (c) Eligible Activities.-- (1) In general.--Amounts from a grant under this section may be used only for the following activities: (A) Demolition, clearance, and removal of blighted structures. (B) Boarding of vacant properties and blighted structures. (E) Stabilization activities in connection with providing vacant, open green space for the purpose of public access and redevelopment, including greening projects, and associated maintenance activities, including mowing. (3) Priority for land banks.--In areas where land banks exist, a grantee State shall give priority, in the use of amounts from a grant under this Act, to eligible activities that will be carried out by land banks, in accordance with such requirements as the Secretary shall establish. (2) Plan.--A plan under this paragraph shall be a detailed 5-year plan for the use of grant amounts under this section and matching amounts contributed pursuant to subsection (d) that includes-- (A) identification of the low-income communities in which eligible activities under subsection (c)(1) will be carried out using grant and matching amounts; (B) a description of the eligible activities under subsection (c)(1) to be carried out using grant and matching amounts; (C) a timetable for carrying out such eligible activities, which shall provide for the expenditure of grant and matching amounts within 5 years after receipt; and (D) identification of the sources of matching amounts to be provided in accordance with subsection (d) and assurances of the availability of such matching amounts. (f) Selection; Criteria.--The Secretary shall select applications to receive grants under this section pursuant to a competition and based on criteria as established by the Secretary for such selection. 45D) and includes any census tract or other area that is treated as a low-income community for purposes of such section. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. (4) State.--The term ``State'' means each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, the Northern Mariana Islands, the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands, and any other territory or possession of the United States. (h) Regulations.--The Secretary shall issue any regulations necessary to carry out this section.

To authorize the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to make grants to States for use to eliminate blight and assist in neighborhood revitalization, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Up Our Neighborhoods Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. BLIGHT ELIMINATION AND NEIGHBORHOOD REVITALIZATION GRANTS. (c) Eligible Activities.-- (1) In general.--Amounts from a grant under this section may be used only for the following activities: (A) Demolition, clearance, and removal of blighted structures. (B) Boarding of vacant properties and blighted structures. (C) Deconstruction of structures. (D) Removal of waste and site clearance and vacant land management. (E) Stabilization activities in connection with providing vacant, open green space for the purpose of public access and redevelopment, including greening projects, and associated maintenance activities, including mowing. (F) Renovation of existing structures, except that not more than 30 percent of any grant under this section may be used for such activities. (3) Priority for land banks.--In areas where land banks exist, a grantee State shall give priority, in the use of amounts from a grant under this Act, to eligible activities that will be carried out by land banks, in accordance with such requirements as the Secretary shall establish. (4) Prohibition.--Amounts from a grant under this section may not be used to acquire any occupied residential dwelling unit. (d) Matching Requirement.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall require each State that receives a grant under this section to contribute, toward carrying out the plan for the State under subsection (e)(2), an amount of matching funds from non-Federal sources that is equal to or greater than 15 percent of the amount of the grant. (2) Use of sale proceeds.--Any proceeds from sales of properties renovated pursuant to subsection (c)(1)(F) may be counted toward compliance with the requirement under paragraph (1). (2) Plan.--A plan under this paragraph shall be a detailed 5-year plan for the use of grant amounts under this section and matching amounts contributed pursuant to subsection (d) that includes-- (A) identification of the low-income communities in which eligible activities under subsection (c)(1) will be carried out using grant and matching amounts; (B) a description of the eligible activities under subsection (c)(1) to be carried out using grant and matching amounts; (C) a timetable for carrying out such eligible activities, which shall provide for the expenditure of grant and matching amounts within 5 years after receipt; and (D) identification of the sources of matching amounts to be provided in accordance with subsection (d) and assurances of the availability of such matching amounts. (f) Selection; Criteria.--The Secretary shall select applications to receive grants under this section pursuant to a competition and based on criteria as established by the Secretary for such selection. (g) Definitions.--For purposes of this section, the following definitions shall apply: (1) Land bank.--The term ``land bank'' means-- (A) a land bank, as such term is defined under State law; and (B) with respect to any State for which the laws of such State do not explicitly define such term, any publicly or community-owned entity established for the purpose of reducing or preventing blight by acquiring, managing, maintaining, and re-purposing vacant, abandoned, and foreclosed properties, including abandoned houses and buildings and empty lots. (2) Low-income community.--The term ``low-income community'' has the meaning given such term in section 45D of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (26 U.S.C. 45D) and includes any census tract or other area that is treated as a low-income community for purposes of such section. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. (4) State.--The term ``State'' means each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, the Northern Mariana Islands, the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands, and any other territory or possession of the United States. (h) Regulations.--The Secretary shall issue any regulations necessary to carry out this section. (i) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary for grants under this section for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2027.

To authorize the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to make grants to States for use to eliminate blight and assist in neighborhood revitalization, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Up Our Neighborhoods Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. BLIGHT ELIMINATION AND NEIGHBORHOOD REVITALIZATION GRANTS. (a) Authority.--The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development may make grants under this section, on a competitive basis, to States for use for eligible activities under subsection (c)(1) designed to eliminate blight and promote neighborhood revitalization. (b) Use in New Market Tax Credit Areas.--Amounts from a grant under this section may be used only to carry out eligible activities under subsection (c)(1) within low-income communities, as such term if defined in subsection (g). (c) Eligible Activities.-- (1) In general.--Amounts from a grant under this section may be used only for the following activities: (A) Demolition, clearance, and removal of blighted structures. (B) Boarding of vacant properties and blighted structures. (C) Deconstruction of structures. (D) Removal of waste and site clearance and vacant land management. (E) Stabilization activities in connection with providing vacant, open green space for the purpose of public access and redevelopment, including greening projects, and associated maintenance activities, including mowing. (F) Renovation of existing structures, except that not more than 30 percent of any grant under this section may be used for such activities. (2) Use of amounts by local governments.--A grantee State may use amounts from a grant under this Act to carry out eligible activities under paragraph (1) or may provide such amounts to land banks or units of general local government within the State whose jurisdictions include low-income communities for use to carry out such eligible activities within such low-income communities. (3) Priority for land banks.--In areas where land banks exist, a grantee State shall give priority, in the use of amounts from a grant under this Act, to eligible activities that will be carried out by land banks, in accordance with such requirements as the Secretary shall establish. (4) Prohibition.--Amounts from a grant under this section may not be used to acquire any occupied residential dwelling unit. (d) Matching Requirement.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall require each State that receives a grant under this section to contribute, toward carrying out the plan for the State under subsection (e)(2), an amount of matching funds from non-Federal sources that is equal to or greater than 15 percent of the amount of the grant. (2) Use of sale proceeds.--Any proceeds from sales of properties renovated pursuant to subsection (c)(1)(F) may be counted toward compliance with the requirement under paragraph (1). (e) Application and Plan.-- (1) Application.--A grant under this section may only be provided to a State that submits to the Secretary an application for such a grant that contains a plan for use of grant funds in accordance with paragraph (2) and such other information, certifications, and assurances as the Secretary considers necessary to provide for selection of States in accordance with the process and criteria under subsection (f). (2) Plan.--A plan under this paragraph shall be a detailed 5-year plan for the use of grant amounts under this section and matching amounts contributed pursuant to subsection (d) that includes-- (A) identification of the low-income communities in which eligible activities under subsection (c)(1) will be carried out using grant and matching amounts; (B) a description of the eligible activities under subsection (c)(1) to be carried out using grant and matching amounts; (C) a timetable for carrying out such eligible activities, which shall provide for the expenditure of grant and matching amounts within 5 years after receipt; and (D) identification of the sources of matching amounts to be provided in accordance with subsection (d) and assurances of the availability of such matching amounts. (f) Selection; Criteria.--The Secretary shall select applications to receive grants under this section pursuant to a competition and based on criteria as established by the Secretary for such selection. (g) Definitions.--For purposes of this section, the following definitions shall apply: (1) Land bank.--The term ``land bank'' means-- (A) a land bank, as such term is defined under State law; and (B) with respect to any State for which the laws of such State do not explicitly define such term, any publicly or community-owned entity established for the purpose of reducing or preventing blight by acquiring, managing, maintaining, and re-purposing vacant, abandoned, and foreclosed properties, including abandoned houses and buildings and empty lots. (2) Low-income community.--The term ``low-income community'' has the meaning given such term in section 45D of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (26 U.S.C. 45D) and includes any census tract or other area that is treated as a low-income community for purposes of such section. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. (4) State.--The term ``State'' means each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, the Northern Mariana Islands, the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands, and any other territory or possession of the United States. (5) Structure.--The term ``structure'' includes residential structures and commercial structures. (h) Regulations.--The Secretary shall issue any regulations necessary to carry out this section. (i) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary for grants under this section for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2027. <all>

To authorize the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to make grants to States for use to eliminate blight and assist in neighborhood revitalization, and for other purposes. a) Authority.--The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development may make grants under this section, on a competitive basis, to States for use for eligible activities under subsection (c)(1) designed to eliminate blight and promote neighborhood revitalization. ( B) Boarding of vacant properties and blighted structures. ( (F) Renovation of existing structures, except that not more than 30 percent of any grant under this section may be used for such activities. ( d) Matching Requirement.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall require each State that receives a grant under this section to contribute, toward carrying out the plan for the State under subsection (e)(2), an amount of matching funds from non-Federal sources that is equal to or greater than 15 percent of the amount of the grant. ( (e) Application and Plan.-- (1) Application.--A grant under this section may only be provided to a State that submits to the Secretary an application for such a grant that contains a plan for use of grant funds in accordance with paragraph (2) and such other information, certifications, and assurances as the Secretary considers necessary to provide for selection of States in accordance with the process and criteria under subsection (f). ( f) Selection; Criteria.--The Secretary shall select applications to receive grants under this section pursuant to a competition and based on criteria as established by the Secretary for such selection. (g) Definitions.--For purposes of this section, the following definitions shall apply: (1) Land bank.--The term ``land bank'' means-- (A) a land bank, as such term is defined under State law; and (B) with respect to any State for which the laws of such State do not explicitly define such term, any publicly or community-owned entity established for the purpose of reducing or preventing blight by acquiring, managing, maintaining, and re-purposing vacant, abandoned, and foreclosed properties, including abandoned houses and buildings and empty lots. ( 2) Low-income community.--The term ``low-income community'' has the meaning given such term in section 45D of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (26 U.S.C. 45D) and includes any census tract or other area that is treated as a low-income community for purposes of such section. ( (i) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary for grants under this section for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2027.

To authorize the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to make grants to States for use to eliminate blight and assist in neighborhood revitalization, and for other purposes. B) Boarding of vacant properties and blighted structures. ( 2) Use of amounts by local governments.--A grantee State may use amounts from a grant under this Act to carry out eligible activities under paragraph (1) or may provide such amounts to land banks or units of general local government within the State whose jurisdictions include low-income communities for use to carry out such eligible activities within such low-income communities. ( (4) Prohibition.--Amounts from a grant under this section may not be used to acquire any occupied residential dwelling unit. ( e) Application and Plan.-- (1) Application.--A grant under this section may only be provided to a State that submits to the Secretary an application for such a grant that contains a plan for use of grant funds in accordance with paragraph (2) and such other information, certifications, and assurances as the Secretary considers necessary to provide for selection of States in accordance with the process and criteria under subsection (f). ( (g) Definitions.--For purposes of this section, the following definitions shall apply: (1) Land bank.--The term ``land bank'' means-- (A) a land bank, as such term is defined under State law; and (B) with respect to any State for which the laws of such State do not explicitly define such term, any publicly or community-owned entity established for the purpose of reducing or preventing blight by acquiring, managing, maintaining, and re-purposing vacant, abandoned, and foreclosed properties, including abandoned houses and buildings and empty lots. ( 2) Low-income community.--The term ``low-income community'' has the meaning given such term in section 45D of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (26 U.S.C. 45D) and includes any census tract or other area that is treated as a low-income community for purposes of such section. (

To authorize the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to make grants to States for use to eliminate blight and assist in neighborhood revitalization, and for other purposes. B) Boarding of vacant properties and blighted structures. ( 2) Use of amounts by local governments.--A grantee State may use amounts from a grant under this Act to carry out eligible activities under paragraph (1) or may provide such amounts to land banks or units of general local government within the State whose jurisdictions include low-income communities for use to carry out such eligible activities within such low-income communities. ( (4) Prohibition.--Amounts from a grant under this section may not be used to acquire any occupied residential dwelling unit. ( e) Application and Plan.-- (1) Application.--A grant under this section may only be provided to a State that submits to the Secretary an application for such a grant that contains a plan for use of grant funds in accordance with paragraph (2) and such other information, certifications, and assurances as the Secretary considers necessary to provide for selection of States in accordance with the process and criteria under subsection (f). ( (g) Definitions.--For purposes of this section, the following definitions shall apply: (1) Land bank.--The term ``land bank'' means-- (A) a land bank, as such term is defined under State law; and (B) with respect to any State for which the laws of such State do not explicitly define such term, any publicly or community-owned entity established for the purpose of reducing or preventing blight by acquiring, managing, maintaining, and re-purposing vacant, abandoned, and foreclosed properties, including abandoned houses and buildings and empty lots. ( 2) Low-income community.--The term ``low-income community'' has the meaning given such term in section 45D of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (26 U.S.C. 45D) and includes any census tract or other area that is treated as a low-income community for purposes of such section. (

To authorize the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to make grants to States for use to eliminate blight and assist in neighborhood revitalization, and for other purposes. a) Authority.--The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development may make grants under this section, on a competitive basis, to States for use for eligible activities under subsection (c)(1) designed to eliminate blight and promote neighborhood revitalization. ( B) Boarding of vacant properties and blighted structures. ( (F) Renovation of existing structures, except that not more than 30 percent of any grant under this section may be used for such activities. ( d) Matching Requirement.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall require each State that receives a grant under this section to contribute, toward carrying out the plan for the State under subsection (e)(2), an amount of matching funds from non-Federal sources that is equal to or greater than 15 percent of the amount of the grant. ( (e) Application and Plan.-- (1) Application.--A grant under this section may only be provided to a State that submits to the Secretary an application for such a grant that contains a plan for use of grant funds in accordance with paragraph (2) and such other information, certifications, and assurances as the Secretary considers necessary to provide for selection of States in accordance with the process and criteria under subsection (f). ( f) Selection; Criteria.--The Secretary shall select applications to receive grants under this section pursuant to a competition and based on criteria as established by the Secretary for such selection. (g) Definitions.--For purposes of this section, the following definitions shall apply: (1) Land bank.--The term ``land bank'' means-- (A) a land bank, as such term is defined under State law; and (B) with respect to any State for which the laws of such State do not explicitly define such term, any publicly or community-owned entity established for the purpose of reducing or preventing blight by acquiring, managing, maintaining, and re-purposing vacant, abandoned, and foreclosed properties, including abandoned houses and buildings and empty lots. ( 2) Low-income community.--The term ``low-income community'' has the meaning given such term in section 45D of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (26 U.S.C. 45D) and includes any census tract or other area that is treated as a low-income community for purposes of such section. ( (i) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary for grants under this section for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2027.

To authorize the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to make grants to States for use to eliminate blight and assist in neighborhood revitalization, and for other purposes. B) Boarding of vacant properties and blighted structures. ( 2) Use of amounts by local governments.--A grantee State may use amounts from a grant under this Act to carry out eligible activities under paragraph (1) or may provide such amounts to land banks or units of general local government within the State whose jurisdictions include low-income communities for use to carry out such eligible activities within such low-income communities. ( (4) Prohibition.--Amounts from a grant under this section may not be used to acquire any occupied residential dwelling unit. ( e) Application and Plan.-- (1) Application.--A grant under this section may only be provided to a State that submits to the Secretary an application for such a grant that contains a plan for use of grant funds in accordance with paragraph (2) and such other information, certifications, and assurances as the Secretary considers necessary to provide for selection of States in accordance with the process and criteria under subsection (f). ( (g) Definitions.--For purposes of this section, the following definitions shall apply: (1) Land bank.--The term ``land bank'' means-- (A) a land bank, as such term is defined under State law; and (B) with respect to any State for which the laws of such State do not explicitly define such term, any publicly or community-owned entity established for the purpose of reducing or preventing blight by acquiring, managing, maintaining, and re-purposing vacant, abandoned, and foreclosed properties, including abandoned houses and buildings and empty lots. ( 2) Low-income community.--The term ``low-income community'' has the meaning given such term in section 45D of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (26 U.S.C. 45D) and includes any census tract or other area that is treated as a low-income community for purposes of such section. (

To authorize the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to make grants to States for use to eliminate blight and assist in neighborhood revitalization, and for other purposes. a) Authority.--The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development may make grants under this section, on a competitive basis, to States for use for eligible activities under subsection (c)(1) designed to eliminate blight and promote neighborhood revitalization. ( B) Boarding of vacant properties and blighted structures. ( (F) Renovation of existing structures, except that not more than 30 percent of any grant under this section may be used for such activities. ( d) Matching Requirement.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall require each State that receives a grant under this section to contribute, toward carrying out the plan for the State under subsection (e)(2), an amount of matching funds from non-Federal sources that is equal to or greater than 15 percent of the amount of the grant. ( (e) Application and Plan.-- (1) Application.--A grant under this section may only be provided to a State that submits to the Secretary an application for such a grant that contains a plan for use of grant funds in accordance with paragraph (2) and such other information, certifications, and assurances as the Secretary considers necessary to provide for selection of States in accordance with the process and criteria under subsection (f). ( f) Selection; Criteria.--The Secretary shall select applications to receive grants under this section pursuant to a competition and based on criteria as established by the Secretary for such selection. (g) Definitions.--For purposes of this section, the following definitions shall apply: (1) Land bank.--The term ``land bank'' means-- (A) a land bank, as such term is defined under State law; and (B) with respect to any State for which the laws of such State do not explicitly define such term, any publicly or community-owned entity established for the purpose of reducing or preventing blight by acquiring, managing, maintaining, and re-purposing vacant, abandoned, and foreclosed properties, including abandoned houses and buildings and empty lots. ( 2) Low-income community.--The term ``low-income community'' has the meaning given such term in section 45D of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (26 U.S.C. 45D) and includes any census tract or other area that is treated as a low-income community for purposes of such section. ( (i) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary for grants under this section for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2027.

To authorize the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to make grants to States for use to eliminate blight and assist in neighborhood revitalization, and for other purposes. B) Boarding of vacant properties and blighted structures. ( 2) Use of amounts by local governments.--A grantee State may use amounts from a grant under this Act to carry out eligible activities under paragraph (1) or may provide such amounts to land banks or units of general local government within the State whose jurisdictions include low-income communities for use to carry out such eligible activities within such low-income communities. ( (4) Prohibition.--Amounts from a grant under this section may not be used to acquire any occupied residential dwelling unit. ( e) Application and Plan.-- (1) Application.--A grant under this section may only be provided to a State that submits to the Secretary an application for such a grant that contains a plan for use of grant funds in accordance with paragraph (2) and such other information, certifications, and assurances as the Secretary considers necessary to provide for selection of States in accordance with the process and criteria under subsection (f). ( (g) Definitions.--For purposes of this section, the following definitions shall apply: (1) Land bank.--The term ``land bank'' means-- (A) a land bank, as such term is defined under State law; and (B) with respect to any State for which the laws of such State do not explicitly define such term, any publicly or community-owned entity established for the purpose of reducing or preventing blight by acquiring, managing, maintaining, and re-purposing vacant, abandoned, and foreclosed properties, including abandoned houses and buildings and empty lots. ( 2) Low-income community.--The term ``low-income community'' has the meaning given such term in section 45D of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (26 U.S.C. 45D) and includes any census tract or other area that is treated as a low-income community for purposes of such section. (

To authorize the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to make grants to States for use to eliminate blight and assist in neighborhood revitalization, and for other purposes. a) Authority.--The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development may make grants under this section, on a competitive basis, to States for use for eligible activities under subsection (c)(1) designed to eliminate blight and promote neighborhood revitalization. ( B) Boarding of vacant properties and blighted structures. ( (F) Renovation of existing structures, except that not more than 30 percent of any grant under this section may be used for such activities. ( d) Matching Requirement.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall require each State that receives a grant under this section to contribute, toward carrying out the plan for the State under subsection (e)(2), an amount of matching funds from non-Federal sources that is equal to or greater than 15 percent of the amount of the grant. ( (e) Application and Plan.-- (1) Application.--A grant under this section may only be provided to a State that submits to the Secretary an application for such a grant that contains a plan for use of grant funds in accordance with paragraph (2) and such other information, certifications, and assurances as the Secretary considers necessary to provide for selection of States in accordance with the process and criteria under subsection (f). ( f) Selection; Criteria.--The Secretary shall select applications to receive grants under this section pursuant to a competition and based on criteria as established by the Secretary for such selection. (g) Definitions.--For purposes of this section, the following definitions shall apply: (1) Land bank.--The term ``land bank'' means-- (A) a land bank, as such term is defined under State law; and (B) with respect to any State for which the laws of such State do not explicitly define such term, any publicly or community-owned entity established for the purpose of reducing or preventing blight by acquiring, managing, maintaining, and re-purposing vacant, abandoned, and foreclosed properties, including abandoned houses and buildings and empty lots. ( 2) Low-income community.--The term ``low-income community'' has the meaning given such term in section 45D of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (26 U.S.C. 45D) and includes any census tract or other area that is treated as a low-income community for purposes of such section. ( (i) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary for grants under this section for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2027.

To authorize the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to make grants to States for use to eliminate blight and assist in neighborhood revitalization, and for other purposes. B) Boarding of vacant properties and blighted structures. ( 2) Use of amounts by local governments.--A grantee State may use amounts from a grant under this Act to carry out eligible activities under paragraph (1) or may provide such amounts to land banks or units of general local government within the State whose jurisdictions include low-income communities for use to carry out such eligible activities within such low-income communities. ( (4) Prohibition.--Amounts from a grant under this section may not be used to acquire any occupied residential dwelling unit. ( e) Application and Plan.-- (1) Application.--A grant under this section may only be provided to a State that submits to the Secretary an application for such a grant that contains a plan for use of grant funds in accordance with paragraph (2) and such other information, certifications, and assurances as the Secretary considers necessary to provide for selection of States in accordance with the process and criteria under subsection (f). ( (g) Definitions.--For purposes of this section, the following definitions shall apply: (1) Land bank.--The term ``land bank'' means-- (A) a land bank, as such term is defined under State law; and (B) with respect to any State for which the laws of such State do not explicitly define such term, any publicly or community-owned entity established for the purpose of reducing or preventing blight by acquiring, managing, maintaining, and re-purposing vacant, abandoned, and foreclosed properties, including abandoned houses and buildings and empty lots. ( 2) Low-income community.--The term ``low-income community'' has the meaning given such term in section 45D of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (26 U.S.C. 45D) and includes any census tract or other area that is treated as a low-income community for purposes of such section. (

To authorize the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to make grants to States for use to eliminate blight and assist in neighborhood revitalization, and for other purposes. d) Matching Requirement.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall require each State that receives a grant under this section to contribute, toward carrying out the plan for the State under subsection (e)(2), an amount of matching funds from non-Federal sources that is equal to or greater than 15 percent of the amount of the grant. ( ( ( f) Selection; Criteria.--The Secretary shall select applications to receive grants under this section pursuant to a competition and based on criteria as established by the Secretary for such selection. ( g) Definitions.--For purposes of this section, the following definitions shall apply: (1) Land bank.--The term ``land bank'' means-- (A) a land bank, as such term is defined under State law; and (B) with respect to any State for which the laws of such State do not explicitly define such term, any publicly or community-owned entity established for the purpose of reducing or preventing blight by acquiring, managing, maintaining, and re-purposing vacant, abandoned, and foreclosed properties, including abandoned houses and buildings and empty lots. (

H.R.1501

Housing and Community Development

Affordable Housing Redevelopment Act This bill reauthorizes the Neighborhood Stabilization Program for FY2021 to provide grants to states, local governments, and nonprofit entities for the conversion of blighted, abandoned, or foreclosed property into affordable housing for low-income families.

To reauthorize the Neighborhood Stabilization 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 ``Affordable Housing Redevelopment Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds that-- (1) even before the economic hardship caused by the COVID- 19 pandemic, the United States faced a shortage of more than 7,000,000 affordable rental homes to meet the needs of extremely low-income renters; (2) due to financial burdens and loss of income resulting from the pandemic, millions of people in the United States are at risk of eviction or foreclosure, and the need for affordable housing is expected to increase dramatically; (3) homelessness is projected to rise by as much as 45 percent across the United States as a result of the pandemic and economic crisis, meaning nearly 1,000,000 people in the United States could be experiencing homelessness in the very near future; (4) in addition to making long-term investments in the affordable housing stock in the United States, it is also critically important to focus resources on more immediate solutions, such as acquiring and rehabilitating existing buildings and placing affordability requirements on the housing that is produced; (5) acquisition and rehabilitation provides two distinct advantages by lowering per-unit construction costs and making affordable housing units available to low-income households much faster; (6) in addition to rehabilitation of residential properties, there are opportunities for adaptive reuse and the conversion of non-residential office and retail properties to create new affordable housing in communities across the United States; and (7) helping States, local governments, and nonprofit organizations acquire blighted, abandoned, vacant, foreclosed, or surplus properties and convert them into affordable housing will allow for the rapid development of new affordable units, while stimulating local economies and creating jobs. SEC. 3. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a State, a city, county, or other political subdivision of a State, a consortium of political subdivisions of a State, a Tribal government, a public housing authority, or a redevelopment agency; or (B) any nonprofit entity or consortium of nonprofit entities, which may submit an application for a grant under this section in partnership with a for-profit entity. (2) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. SEC. 4. REAUTHORIZATION OF NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION PROGRAM. (a) Authorization of Funds.-- (1) In general.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary $1,500,000,000 for fiscal year 2021, to remain available until expended, for the provision of emergency assistance for the redevelopment of abandoned and foreclosed homes, as authorized under title III of division B of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (42 U.S.C. 5301 note; Public Law 110-289), in addition to other related uses of funds authorized under this section. (2) Applicability of provisions.-- (A) In general.--Except as otherwise provided in this section, the provisions under the second undesignated paragraph under the heading ``community development fund'' under the heading ``Community Planning and Development'' under the heading ``DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT'' in title XII of division A of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (Public Law 111-5) relating to assistance authorized under title III of division B of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (42 U.S.C. 5301 note; Public Law 110-289) shall apply with respect to the emergency assistance authorized under paragraph (1). (B) Certain criteria not applicable.--The fourth proviso in the second undesignated paragraph described in subparagraph (A) of this paragraph (relating to grantees in areas with foreclosures and the ability to expend funding within a certain period) shall not apply with respect to the emergency assistance authorized under paragraph (1) of this subsection. (b) Grants; Application.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall award grants under this section to eligible entities through a competitive process. (2) Criteria.--Not later than 75 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall publish the criteria for awarding grants under this section. (3) Application.--An eligible entity desiring a grant under this section shall submit to the Secretary an application-- (A) in such manner and containing such information as the Secretary may require; (B) that demonstrates a capacity to execute projects and leverage potential, and any other additional factors as determined by the Secretary; and (C) not later than 200 days after the date of enactment of this Act. (4) Preference.--The Secretary shall award preference to an application for a grant under this section to applicants that submit proposals-- (A) to provide assistance in areas with high levels of cost-burdened households; (B) to provide assistance in rural areas; (C) to provide assistance in communities that have adopted local land-use policies, building codes, or related regulations that favor greater housing production, such as-- (i) allowing greater density near public transportation lines; (ii) establishing by-right development; (iii) eliminating off-street parking requirements; (iv) granting density bonuses; (v) employing inclusionary zoning; (vi) relaxing minimum lot sizes; (vii) authorizing conversion of commercial properties into mixed-use and residential properties; or (viii) other local land-use policies, building codes, or related regulations that favor greater housing production; (D) to provide assistance in areas that are in close proximity to high-frequency public transportation; or (E) that have a higher proportion of affordable units for households with incomes that are less than 50 percent of the area median income. (5) Diversity.--In awarding grants under this section, the Secretary shall ensure a geographic diversity of grantees from across the United States. (c) Use of Funds.-- (1) In general.--A recipient of a grant under this section-- (A) shall use grant funds to purchase blighted, abandoned, vacant, foreclosed, or surplus property and convert the property into affordable housing, which shall serve individuals and families with a household income that does not exceed the area median income; (B) may use grant funds for mixed-use development projects, conversion of non-residential office and retail properties, and other redevelopment requiring changes to land use restrictions; and (C) shall, to the maximum extent feasible-- (i) provide for the hiring of employees who reside in the vicinity, as such term is defined by the Secretary, of projects funded under this section; or (ii) contract with small business concerns owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals (as defined in section 8(d)(3)(C) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 637(d)(3)(C)) residing in the vicinity of projects funded under this section. (2) Set aside for extremely low-income and very low-income families.--Not less than 25 percent of the affordable housing described in paragraph (1) shall service individuals and families with a household income that does not exceed 50 percent of the area median income. (3) Affordability periods.-- (A) In general.--The affordability period for housing assisted under this section-- (i) with respect to rental housing or housing with resale restrictions, shall be not less than 30 years, beginning on project completion; and (ii) with respect to housing with recapture restrictions, shall be not less than 10, 20, or 30 years in accordance with the affordability period requirements under section 93.305 of title 24, Code of Federal Regulations, or any successor regulation. (B) Longer periods permitted.--Nothing in subparagraph (A) shall be construed to prohibit a recipient of a grant under this section from establishing a longer affordability period than is required under that subparagraph. (4) Deadline for expending funds.--A recipient of a grant under this section shall expend-- (A) not less than 50 percent of allocated funds under this section not later than 3 years after the date on which the funds become available to the grantee for obligation; and (B) 100 percent of allocated funds under this section not later than 6 years after the date on which the funds become available to the grantee for obligation. (d) Technical Assistance.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary may use not more than 2 percent of the funds made available under this section to provide technical assistance to grantees under this section. (2) Sense of congress.--It is the sense of Congress that, to the extent practicable, the Secretary shall provide technical assistance directly to grantees under this section. (e) Deadline for Awarding Funds.--The Secretary shall award all grant funds authorized under this section not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act. (f) Existing Regulations.--Except to the extent that a regulation is in conflict with the provisions of this Act, the regulations applicable to the provision of emergency assistance for the redevelopment of abandoned and foreclosed homes, as authorized under title III of division B of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (42 U.S.C. 5301 note; Public Law 110-289) and subsequent Acts, as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this Act, shall apply to the provision of assistance under this Act. <all>

Affordable Housing Redevelopment Act

To reauthorize the Neighborhood Stabilization Program, and for other purposes.

Affordable Housing Redevelopment Act

Rep. Huffman, Jared

D

CA

This bill reauthorizes the Neighborhood Stabilization Program for FY2021 to provide grants to states, local governments, and nonprofit entities for the conversion of blighted, abandoned, or foreclosed property into affordable housing for low-income families.

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 ``Affordable Housing Redevelopment Act''. 2. 3. (2) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. SEC. 4. REAUTHORIZATION OF NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION PROGRAM. 5301 note; Public Law 110-289), in addition to other related uses of funds authorized under this section. (b) Grants; Application.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall award grants under this section to eligible entities through a competitive process. (2) Criteria.--Not later than 75 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall publish the criteria for awarding grants under this section. 637(d)(3)(C)) residing in the vicinity of projects funded under this section. (2) Set aside for extremely low-income and very low-income families.--Not less than 25 percent of the affordable housing described in paragraph (1) shall service individuals and families with a household income that does not exceed 50 percent of the area median income. (B) Longer periods permitted.--Nothing in subparagraph (A) shall be construed to prohibit a recipient of a grant under this section from establishing a longer affordability period than is required under that subparagraph. (d) Technical Assistance.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary may use not more than 2 percent of the funds made available under this section to provide technical assistance to grantees under this section. (f) Existing Regulations.--Except to the extent that a regulation is in conflict with the provisions of this Act, the regulations applicable to the provision of emergency assistance for the redevelopment of abandoned and foreclosed homes, as authorized under title III of division B of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (42 U.S.C.

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 ``Affordable Housing Redevelopment Act''. 2. 3. (2) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. SEC. 4. REAUTHORIZATION OF NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION PROGRAM. 5301 note; Public Law 110-289), in addition to other related uses of funds authorized under this section. (b) Grants; Application.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall award grants under this section to eligible entities through a competitive process. (2) Criteria.--Not later than 75 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall publish the criteria for awarding grants under this section. 637(d)(3)(C)) residing in the vicinity of projects funded under this section. (2) Set aside for extremely low-income and very low-income families.--Not less than 25 percent of the affordable housing described in paragraph (1) shall service individuals and families with a household income that does not exceed 50 percent of the area median income. (B) Longer periods permitted.--Nothing in subparagraph (A) shall be construed to prohibit a recipient of a grant under this section from establishing a longer affordability period than is required under that subparagraph. (d) Technical Assistance.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary may use not more than 2 percent of the funds made available under this section to provide technical assistance to grantees under this section. (f) Existing Regulations.--Except to the extent that a regulation is in conflict with the provisions of this Act, the regulations applicable to the provision of emergency assistance for the redevelopment of abandoned and foreclosed homes, as authorized under title III of division B of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (42 U.S.C.

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 ``Affordable Housing Redevelopment Act''. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds that-- (1) even before the economic hardship caused by the COVID- 19 pandemic, the United States faced a shortage of more than 7,000,000 affordable rental homes to meet the needs of extremely low-income renters; (2) due to financial burdens and loss of income resulting from the pandemic, millions of people in the United States are at risk of eviction or foreclosure, and the need for affordable housing is expected to increase dramatically; (3) homelessness is projected to rise by as much as 45 percent across the United States as a result of the pandemic and economic crisis, meaning nearly 1,000,000 people in the United States could be experiencing homelessness in the very near future; (4) in addition to making long-term investments in the affordable housing stock in the United States, it is also critically important to focus resources on more immediate solutions, such as acquiring and rehabilitating existing buildings and placing affordability requirements on the housing that is produced; (5) acquisition and rehabilitation provides two distinct advantages by lowering per-unit construction costs and making affordable housing units available to low-income households much faster; (6) in addition to rehabilitation of residential properties, there are opportunities for adaptive reuse and the conversion of non-residential office and retail properties to create new affordable housing in communities across the United States; and (7) helping States, local governments, and nonprofit organizations acquire blighted, abandoned, vacant, foreclosed, or surplus properties and convert them into affordable housing will allow for the rapid development of new affordable units, while stimulating local economies and creating jobs. 3. DEFINITIONS. (2) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. SEC. 4. REAUTHORIZATION OF NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION PROGRAM. 5301 note; Public Law 110-289), in addition to other related uses of funds authorized under this section. (b) Grants; Application.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall award grants under this section to eligible entities through a competitive process. (2) Criteria.--Not later than 75 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall publish the criteria for awarding grants under this section. 637(d)(3)(C)) residing in the vicinity of projects funded under this section. (2) Set aside for extremely low-income and very low-income families.--Not less than 25 percent of the affordable housing described in paragraph (1) shall service individuals and families with a household income that does not exceed 50 percent of the area median income. (3) Affordability periods.-- (A) In general.--The affordability period for housing assisted under this section-- (i) with respect to rental housing or housing with resale restrictions, shall be not less than 30 years, beginning on project completion; and (ii) with respect to housing with recapture restrictions, shall be not less than 10, 20, or 30 years in accordance with the affordability period requirements under section 93.305 of title 24, Code of Federal Regulations, or any successor regulation. (B) Longer periods permitted.--Nothing in subparagraph (A) shall be construed to prohibit a recipient of a grant under this section from establishing a longer affordability period than is required under that subparagraph. (d) Technical Assistance.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary may use not more than 2 percent of the funds made available under this section to provide technical assistance to grantees under this section. (f) Existing Regulations.--Except to the extent that a regulation is in conflict with the provisions of this Act, the regulations applicable to the provision of emergency assistance for the redevelopment of abandoned and foreclosed homes, as authorized under title III of division B of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (42 U.S.C.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Affordable Housing Redevelopment Act''. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds that-- (1) even before the economic hardship caused by the COVID- 19 pandemic, the United States faced a shortage of more than 7,000,000 affordable rental homes to meet the needs of extremely low-income renters; (2) due to financial burdens and loss of income resulting from the pandemic, millions of people in the United States are at risk of eviction or foreclosure, and the need for affordable housing is expected to increase dramatically; (3) homelessness is projected to rise by as much as 45 percent across the United States as a result of the pandemic and economic crisis, meaning nearly 1,000,000 people in the United States could be experiencing homelessness in the very near future; (4) in addition to making long-term investments in the affordable housing stock in the United States, it is also critically important to focus resources on more immediate solutions, such as acquiring and rehabilitating existing buildings and placing affordability requirements on the housing that is produced; (5) acquisition and rehabilitation provides two distinct advantages by lowering per-unit construction costs and making affordable housing units available to low-income households much faster; (6) in addition to rehabilitation of residential properties, there are opportunities for adaptive reuse and the conversion of non-residential office and retail properties to create new affordable housing in communities across the United States; and (7) helping States, local governments, and nonprofit organizations acquire blighted, abandoned, vacant, foreclosed, or surplus properties and convert them into affordable housing will allow for the rapid development of new affordable units, while stimulating local economies and creating jobs. 3. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a State, a city, county, or other political subdivision of a State, a consortium of political subdivisions of a State, a Tribal government, a public housing authority, or a redevelopment agency; or (B) any nonprofit entity or consortium of nonprofit entities, which may submit an application for a grant under this section in partnership with a for-profit entity. (2) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. SEC. 4. REAUTHORIZATION OF NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION PROGRAM. 5301 note; Public Law 110-289), in addition to other related uses of funds authorized under this section. (B) Certain criteria not applicable.--The fourth proviso in the second undesignated paragraph described in subparagraph (A) of this paragraph (relating to grantees in areas with foreclosures and the ability to expend funding within a certain period) shall not apply with respect to the emergency assistance authorized under paragraph (1) of this subsection. (b) Grants; Application.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall award grants under this section to eligible entities through a competitive process. (2) Criteria.--Not later than 75 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall publish the criteria for awarding grants under this section. (4) Preference.--The Secretary shall award preference to an application for a grant under this section to applicants that submit proposals-- (A) to provide assistance in areas with high levels of cost-burdened households; (B) to provide assistance in rural areas; (C) to provide assistance in communities that have adopted local land-use policies, building codes, or related regulations that favor greater housing production, such as-- (i) allowing greater density near public transportation lines; (ii) establishing by-right development; (iii) eliminating off-street parking requirements; (iv) granting density bonuses; (v) employing inclusionary zoning; (vi) relaxing minimum lot sizes; (vii) authorizing conversion of commercial properties into mixed-use and residential properties; or (viii) other local land-use policies, building codes, or related regulations that favor greater housing production; (D) to provide assistance in areas that are in close proximity to high-frequency public transportation; or (E) that have a higher proportion of affordable units for households with incomes that are less than 50 percent of the area median income. (5) Diversity.--In awarding grants under this section, the Secretary shall ensure a geographic diversity of grantees from across the United States. 637(d)(3)(C)) residing in the vicinity of projects funded under this section. (2) Set aside for extremely low-income and very low-income families.--Not less than 25 percent of the affordable housing described in paragraph (1) shall service individuals and families with a household income that does not exceed 50 percent of the area median income. (3) Affordability periods.-- (A) In general.--The affordability period for housing assisted under this section-- (i) with respect to rental housing or housing with resale restrictions, shall be not less than 30 years, beginning on project completion; and (ii) with respect to housing with recapture restrictions, shall be not less than 10, 20, or 30 years in accordance with the affordability period requirements under section 93.305 of title 24, Code of Federal Regulations, or any successor regulation. (B) Longer periods permitted.--Nothing in subparagraph (A) shall be construed to prohibit a recipient of a grant under this section from establishing a longer affordability period than is required under that subparagraph. (d) Technical Assistance.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary may use not more than 2 percent of the funds made available under this section to provide technical assistance to grantees under this section. (f) Existing Regulations.--Except to the extent that a regulation is in conflict with the provisions of this Act, the regulations applicable to the provision of emergency assistance for the redevelopment of abandoned and foreclosed homes, as authorized under title III of division B of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (42 U.S.C.

To reauthorize the Neighborhood Stabilization Program, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. In this Act: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a State, a city, county, or other political subdivision of a State, a consortium of political subdivisions of a State, a Tribal government, a public housing authority, or a redevelopment agency; or (B) any nonprofit entity or consortium of nonprofit entities, which may submit an application for a grant under this section in partnership with a for-profit entity. ( 2) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. B) Certain criteria not applicable.--The fourth proviso in the second undesignated paragraph described in subparagraph (A) of this paragraph (relating to grantees in areas with foreclosures and the ability to expend funding within a certain period) shall not apply with respect to the emergency assistance authorized under paragraph (1) of this subsection. ( b) Grants; Application.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall award grants under this section to eligible entities through a competitive process. ( (3) Application.--An eligible entity desiring a grant under this section shall submit to the Secretary an application-- (A) in such manner and containing such information as the Secretary may require; (B) that demonstrates a capacity to execute projects and leverage potential, and any other additional factors as determined by the Secretary; and (C) not later than 200 days after the date of enactment of this Act. ( (5) Diversity.--In awarding grants under this section, the Secretary shall ensure a geographic diversity of grantees from across the United States. ( 2) Set aside for extremely low-income and very low-income families.--Not less than 25 percent of the affordable housing described in paragraph (1) shall service individuals and families with a household income that does not exceed 50 percent of the area median income. (3) Affordability periods.-- (A) In general.--The affordability period for housing assisted under this section-- (i) with respect to rental housing or housing with resale restrictions, shall be not less than 30 years, beginning on project completion; and (ii) with respect to housing with recapture restrictions, shall be not less than 10, 20, or 30 years in accordance with the affordability period requirements under section 93.305 of title 24, Code of Federal Regulations, or any successor regulation. ( 4) Deadline for expending funds.--A recipient of a grant under this section shall expend-- (A) not less than 50 percent of allocated funds under this section not later than 3 years after the date on which the funds become available to the grantee for obligation; and (B) 100 percent of allocated funds under this section not later than 6 years after the date on which the funds become available to the grantee for obligation. ( (e) Deadline for Awarding Funds.--The Secretary shall award all grant funds authorized under this section not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act. ( f) Existing Regulations.--Except to the extent that a regulation is in conflict with the provisions of this Act, the regulations applicable to the provision of emergency assistance for the redevelopment of abandoned and foreclosed homes, as authorized under title III of division B of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (42 U.S.C. 5301 note; Public Law 110-289) and subsequent Acts, as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this Act, shall apply to the provision of assistance under this Act.

To reauthorize the Neighborhood Stabilization Program, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. In this Act: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a State, a city, county, or other political subdivision of a State, a consortium of political subdivisions of a State, a Tribal government, a public housing authority, or a redevelopment agency; or (B) any nonprofit entity or consortium of nonprofit entities, which may submit an application for a grant under this section in partnership with a for-profit entity. ( a) Authorization of Funds.-- (1) In general.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary $1,500,000,000 for fiscal year 2021, to remain available until expended, for the provision of emergency assistance for the redevelopment of abandoned and foreclosed homes, as authorized under title III of division B of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (42 U.S.C. 5301 note; Public Law 110-289), in addition to other related uses of funds authorized under this section. ( (2) Criteria.--Not later than 75 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall publish the criteria for awarding grants under this section. ( 3) Application.--An eligible entity desiring a grant under this section shall submit to the Secretary an application-- (A) in such manner and containing such information as the Secretary may require; (B) that demonstrates a capacity to execute projects and leverage potential, and any other additional factors as determined by the Secretary; and (C) not later than 200 days after the date of enactment of this Act. ( 2) Set aside for extremely low-income and very low-income families.--Not less than 25 percent of the affordable housing described in paragraph (1) shall service individuals and families with a household income that does not exceed 50 percent of the area median income. ( 3) Affordability periods.-- (A) In general.--The affordability period for housing assisted under this section-- (i) with respect to rental housing or housing with resale restrictions, shall be not less than 30 years, beginning on project completion; and (ii) with respect to housing with recapture restrictions, shall be not less than 10, 20, or 30 years in accordance with the affordability period requirements under section 93.305 of title 24, Code of Federal Regulations, or any successor regulation. ( (4) Deadline for expending funds.--A recipient of a grant under this section shall expend-- (A) not less than 50 percent of allocated funds under this section not later than 3 years after the date on which the funds become available to the grantee for obligation; and (B) 100 percent of allocated funds under this section not later than 6 years after the date on which the funds become available to the grantee for obligation. ( e) Deadline for Awarding Funds.--The Secretary shall award all grant funds authorized under this section not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act. (

To reauthorize the Neighborhood Stabilization Program, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. In this Act: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a State, a city, county, or other political subdivision of a State, a consortium of political subdivisions of a State, a Tribal government, a public housing authority, or a redevelopment agency; or (B) any nonprofit entity or consortium of nonprofit entities, which may submit an application for a grant under this section in partnership with a for-profit entity. ( a) Authorization of Funds.-- (1) In general.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary $1,500,000,000 for fiscal year 2021, to remain available until expended, for the provision of emergency assistance for the redevelopment of abandoned and foreclosed homes, as authorized under title III of division B of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (42 U.S.C. 5301 note; Public Law 110-289), in addition to other related uses of funds authorized under this section. ( (2) Criteria.--Not later than 75 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall publish the criteria for awarding grants under this section. ( 3) Application.--An eligible entity desiring a grant under this section shall submit to the Secretary an application-- (A) in such manner and containing such information as the Secretary may require; (B) that demonstrates a capacity to execute projects and leverage potential, and any other additional factors as determined by the Secretary; and (C) not later than 200 days after the date of enactment of this Act. ( 2) Set aside for extremely low-income and very low-income families.--Not less than 25 percent of the affordable housing described in paragraph (1) shall service individuals and families with a household income that does not exceed 50 percent of the area median income. ( 3) Affordability periods.-- (A) In general.--The affordability period for housing assisted under this section-- (i) with respect to rental housing or housing with resale restrictions, shall be not less than 30 years, beginning on project completion; and (ii) with respect to housing with recapture restrictions, shall be not less than 10, 20, or 30 years in accordance with the affordability period requirements under section 93.305 of title 24, Code of Federal Regulations, or any successor regulation. ( (4) Deadline for expending funds.--A recipient of a grant under this section shall expend-- (A) not less than 50 percent of allocated funds under this section not later than 3 years after the date on which the funds become available to the grantee for obligation; and (B) 100 percent of allocated funds under this section not later than 6 years after the date on which the funds become available to the grantee for obligation. ( e) Deadline for Awarding Funds.--The Secretary shall award all grant funds authorized under this section not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act. (

To reauthorize the Neighborhood Stabilization Program, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. In this Act: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a State, a city, county, or other political subdivision of a State, a consortium of political subdivisions of a State, a Tribal government, a public housing authority, or a redevelopment agency; or (B) any nonprofit entity or consortium of nonprofit entities, which may submit an application for a grant under this section in partnership with a for-profit entity. ( 2) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. B) Certain criteria not applicable.--The fourth proviso in the second undesignated paragraph described in subparagraph (A) of this paragraph (relating to grantees in areas with foreclosures and the ability to expend funding within a certain period) shall not apply with respect to the emergency assistance authorized under paragraph (1) of this subsection. ( b) Grants; Application.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall award grants under this section to eligible entities through a competitive process. ( (3) Application.--An eligible entity desiring a grant under this section shall submit to the Secretary an application-- (A) in such manner and containing such information as the Secretary may require; (B) that demonstrates a capacity to execute projects and leverage potential, and any other additional factors as determined by the Secretary; and (C) not later than 200 days after the date of enactment of this Act. ( (5) Diversity.--In awarding grants under this section, the Secretary shall ensure a geographic diversity of grantees from across the United States. ( 2) Set aside for extremely low-income and very low-income families.--Not less than 25 percent of the affordable housing described in paragraph (1) shall service individuals and families with a household income that does not exceed 50 percent of the area median income. (3) Affordability periods.-- (A) In general.--The affordability period for housing assisted under this section-- (i) with respect to rental housing or housing with resale restrictions, shall be not less than 30 years, beginning on project completion; and (ii) with respect to housing with recapture restrictions, shall be not less than 10, 20, or 30 years in accordance with the affordability period requirements under section 93.305 of title 24, Code of Federal Regulations, or any successor regulation. ( 4) Deadline for expending funds.--A recipient of a grant under this section shall expend-- (A) not less than 50 percent of allocated funds under this section not later than 3 years after the date on which the funds become available to the grantee for obligation; and (B) 100 percent of allocated funds under this section not later than 6 years after the date on which the funds become available to the grantee for obligation. ( (e) Deadline for Awarding Funds.--The Secretary shall award all grant funds authorized under this section not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act. ( f) Existing Regulations.--Except to the extent that a regulation is in conflict with the provisions of this Act, the regulations applicable to the provision of emergency assistance for the redevelopment of abandoned and foreclosed homes, as authorized under title III of division B of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (42 U.S.C. 5301 note; Public Law 110-289) and subsequent Acts, as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this Act, shall apply to the provision of assistance under this Act.

To reauthorize the Neighborhood Stabilization Program, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. In this Act: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a State, a city, county, or other political subdivision of a State, a consortium of political subdivisions of a State, a Tribal government, a public housing authority, or a redevelopment agency; or (B) any nonprofit entity or consortium of nonprofit entities, which may submit an application for a grant under this section in partnership with a for-profit entity. ( a) Authorization of Funds.-- (1) In general.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary $1,500,000,000 for fiscal year 2021, to remain available until expended, for the provision of emergency assistance for the redevelopment of abandoned and foreclosed homes, as authorized under title III of division B of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (42 U.S.C. 5301 note; Public Law 110-289), in addition to other related uses of funds authorized under this section. ( (2) Criteria.--Not later than 75 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall publish the criteria for awarding grants under this section. ( 3) Application.--An eligible entity desiring a grant under this section shall submit to the Secretary an application-- (A) in such manner and containing such information as the Secretary may require; (B) that demonstrates a capacity to execute projects and leverage potential, and any other additional factors as determined by the Secretary; and (C) not later than 200 days after the date of enactment of this Act. ( 2) Set aside for extremely low-income and very low-income families.--Not less than 25 percent of the affordable housing described in paragraph (1) shall service individuals and families with a household income that does not exceed 50 percent of the area median income. ( 3) Affordability periods.-- (A) In general.--The affordability period for housing assisted under this section-- (i) with respect to rental housing or housing with resale restrictions, shall be not less than 30 years, beginning on project completion; and (ii) with respect to housing with recapture restrictions, shall be not less than 10, 20, or 30 years in accordance with the affordability period requirements under section 93.305 of title 24, Code of Federal Regulations, or any successor regulation. ( (4) Deadline for expending funds.--A recipient of a grant under this section shall expend-- (A) not less than 50 percent of allocated funds under this section not later than 3 years after the date on which the funds become available to the grantee for obligation; and (B) 100 percent of allocated funds under this section not later than 6 years after the date on which the funds become available to the grantee for obligation. ( e) Deadline for Awarding Funds.--The Secretary shall award all grant funds authorized under this section not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act. (

To reauthorize the Neighborhood Stabilization Program, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. In this Act: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a State, a city, county, or other political subdivision of a State, a consortium of political subdivisions of a State, a Tribal government, a public housing authority, or a redevelopment agency; or (B) any nonprofit entity or consortium of nonprofit entities, which may submit an application for a grant under this section in partnership with a for-profit entity. ( 2) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. B) Certain criteria not applicable.--The fourth proviso in the second undesignated paragraph described in subparagraph (A) of this paragraph (relating to grantees in areas with foreclosures and the ability to expend funding within a certain period) shall not apply with respect to the emergency assistance authorized under paragraph (1) of this subsection. ( b) Grants; Application.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall award grants under this section to eligible entities through a competitive process. ( (3) Application.--An eligible entity desiring a grant under this section shall submit to the Secretary an application-- (A) in such manner and containing such information as the Secretary may require; (B) that demonstrates a capacity to execute projects and leverage potential, and any other additional factors as determined by the Secretary; and (C) not later than 200 days after the date of enactment of this Act. ( (5) Diversity.--In awarding grants under this section, the Secretary shall ensure a geographic diversity of grantees from across the United States. ( 2) Set aside for extremely low-income and very low-income families.--Not less than 25 percent of the affordable housing described in paragraph (1) shall service individuals and families with a household income that does not exceed 50 percent of the area median income. (3) Affordability periods.-- (A) In general.--The affordability period for housing assisted under this section-- (i) with respect to rental housing or housing with resale restrictions, shall be not less than 30 years, beginning on project completion; and (ii) with respect to housing with recapture restrictions, shall be not less than 10, 20, or 30 years in accordance with the affordability period requirements under section 93.305 of title 24, Code of Federal Regulations, or any successor regulation. ( 4) Deadline for expending funds.--A recipient of a grant under this section shall expend-- (A) not less than 50 percent of allocated funds under this section not later than 3 years after the date on which the funds become available to the grantee for obligation; and (B) 100 percent of allocated funds under this section not later than 6 years after the date on which the funds become available to the grantee for obligation. ( (e) Deadline for Awarding Funds.--The Secretary shall award all grant funds authorized under this section not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act. ( f) Existing Regulations.--Except to the extent that a regulation is in conflict with the provisions of this Act, the regulations applicable to the provision of emergency assistance for the redevelopment of abandoned and foreclosed homes, as authorized under title III of division B of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (42 U.S.C. 5301 note; Public Law 110-289) and subsequent Acts, as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this Act, shall apply to the provision of assistance under this Act.

To reauthorize the Neighborhood Stabilization Program, and for other purposes. a) Authorization of Funds.-- (1) In general.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary $1,500,000,000 for fiscal year 2021, to remain available until expended, for the provision of emergency assistance for the redevelopment of abandoned and foreclosed homes, as authorized under title III of division B of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (42 U.S.C. 5301 note; Public Law 110-289), in addition to other related uses of funds authorized under this section. ( ( ( 3) Affordability periods.-- (A) In general.--The affordability period for housing assisted under this section-- (i) with respect to rental housing or housing with resale restrictions, shall be not less than 30 years, beginning on project completion; and (ii) with respect to housing with recapture restrictions, shall be not less than 10, 20, or 30 years in accordance with the affordability period requirements under section 93.305 of title 24, Code of Federal Regulations, or any successor regulation. ( ( 4) Deadline for expending funds.--A recipient of a grant under this section shall expend-- (A) not less than 50 percent of allocated funds under this section not later than 3 years after the date on which the funds become available to the grantee for obligation; and (B) 100 percent of allocated funds under this section not later than 6 years after the date on which the funds become available to the grantee for obligation. (

To reauthorize the Neighborhood Stabilization Program, and for other purposes. B) Certain criteria not applicable.--The fourth proviso in the second undesignated paragraph described in subparagraph (A) of this paragraph (relating to grantees in areas with foreclosures and the ability to expend funding within a certain period) shall not apply with respect to the emergency assistance authorized under paragraph (1) of this subsection. ( ( (3) Application.--An eligible entity desiring a grant under this section shall submit to the Secretary an application-- (A) in such manner and containing such information as the Secretary may require; (B) that demonstrates a capacity to execute projects and leverage potential, and any other additional factors as determined by the Secretary; and (C) not later than 200 days after the date of enactment of this Act. ( ( 5) Diversity.--In awarding grants under this section, the Secretary shall ensure a geographic diversity of grantees from across the United States. ( ( 4) Deadline for expending funds.--A recipient of a grant under this section shall expend-- (A) not less than 50 percent of allocated funds under this section not later than 3 years after the date on which the funds become available to the grantee for obligation; and (B) 100 percent of allocated funds under this section not later than 6 years after the date on which the funds become available to the grantee for obligation. ( ( e) Deadline for Awarding Funds.--The Secretary shall award all grant funds authorized under this section not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act. (

To reauthorize the Neighborhood Stabilization Program, and for other purposes. a) Authorization of Funds.-- (1) In general.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary $1,500,000,000 for fiscal year 2021, to remain available until expended, for the provision of emergency assistance for the redevelopment of abandoned and foreclosed homes, as authorized under title III of division B of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (42 U.S.C. 5301 note; Public Law 110-289), in addition to other related uses of funds authorized under this section. ( ( ( 3) Affordability periods.-- (A) In general.--The affordability period for housing assisted under this section-- (i) with respect to rental housing or housing with resale restrictions, shall be not less than 30 years, beginning on project completion; and (ii) with respect to housing with recapture restrictions, shall be not less than 10, 20, or 30 years in accordance with the affordability period requirements under section 93.305 of title 24, Code of Federal Regulations, or any successor regulation. ( ( 4) Deadline for expending funds.--A recipient of a grant under this section shall expend-- (A) not less than 50 percent of allocated funds under this section not later than 3 years after the date on which the funds become available to the grantee for obligation; and (B) 100 percent of allocated funds under this section not later than 6 years after the date on which the funds become available to the grantee for obligation. (

To reauthorize the Neighborhood Stabilization Program, and for other purposes. B) Certain criteria not applicable.--The fourth proviso in the second undesignated paragraph described in subparagraph (A) of this paragraph (relating to grantees in areas with foreclosures and the ability to expend funding within a certain period) shall not apply with respect to the emergency assistance authorized under paragraph (1) of this subsection. ( ( (3) Application.--An eligible entity desiring a grant under this section shall submit to the Secretary an application-- (A) in such manner and containing such information as the Secretary may require; (B) that demonstrates a capacity to execute projects and leverage potential, and any other additional factors as determined by the Secretary; and (C) not later than 200 days after the date of enactment of this Act. ( ( 5) Diversity.--In awarding grants under this section, the Secretary shall ensure a geographic diversity of grantees from across the United States. ( ( 4) Deadline for expending funds.--A recipient of a grant under this section shall expend-- (A) not less than 50 percent of allocated funds under this section not later than 3 years after the date on which the funds become available to the grantee for obligation; and (B) 100 percent of allocated funds under this section not later than 6 years after the date on which the funds become available to the grantee for obligation. ( ( e) Deadline for Awarding Funds.--The Secretary shall award all grant funds authorized under this section not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act. (

H.R.4892

Environmental Protection

Quiet Communities Act of 2021 This bill requires the Environmental Protection Agency to reestablish an Office of Noise Abatement and Control to promote the development of local noise control programs, carry out research, and develop and disseminate educational materials, among other duties.

To reestablish the Office of Noise Abatement and Control in the Environmental Protection Agency, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Quiet Communities Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds that-- (1) approximately 28,000,000 individuals in the United States are afflicted with some hearing impairment, and it has been estimated that 10,000,000 of those impairments are at least partially attributable to damage from exposure to noise; (2) for millions of individuals in the United States, noise from aircraft, vehicular traffic, and a variety of other sources is a constant source of torment; (3) millions of individuals in the United States are exposed to noise levels that can lead to sleep loss, psychological and physiological damage, and work disruption; (4) chronic exposure to noise has been linked to increased risk of cardiovascular disorders, learning deficits in children, stress, and diminished quality of life; (5) excessive noise leading to sleep deprivation and task interruptions can result in untold costs to society as a result of diminished worker productivity; (6) pursuant to the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq.), the Noise Control Act of 1972 (42 U.S.C. 4901 et seq.), and the Quiet Communities Act of 1978 (42 U.S.C. 4901 note; Public Law 95-609; 92 Stat. 3079), the Environmental Protection Agency established and maintained an Office of Noise Abatement and Control, which has not received funding since 1982; (7) responsibilities of the Office of Noise Abatement and Control included promulgating noise emission standards, requiring product labeling, facilitating the development of low-noise-emission products, coordinating Federal noise reduction programs, assisting State and local noise abatement efforts, and promoting noise education and research; (8) because the Environmental Protection Agency remains legally responsible for enforcing regulations issued under the Noise Control Act of 1972 (42 U.S.C. 4901 et seq.), even though funding for the activities of the Office of Noise Abatement and Control described in paragraph (7) was terminated, and because that Act prohibits State and local governments from regulating noise sources in many situations, noise abatement programs across the United States lie dormant; and (9) as population growth and air and vehicular traffic continue to increase, noise pollution is likely to become an even greater problem in the future, and the health and welfare of individuals in the United States demands that the Environmental Protection Agency, the lead Federal agency for the protection of public health and welfare, once again assume a role in combating noise pollution. SEC. 3. REESTABLISHMENT OF OFFICE OF NOISE ABATEMENT AND CONTROL. (a) Reestablishment.--The Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (referred to in this section as the ``Administrator'') shall reestablish within the Environmental Protection Agency an Office of Noise Abatement and Control (referred to in this section as the ``Office''). (b) Duties.--The responsibilities of the Office shall include-- (1) promoting the development of effective State and local noise control programs by providing States with technical assistance and grants to develop those programs, including the purchasing of equipment for local communities; (2) carrying out a national noise control research program to assess the impacts of noise from varied noise sources on mental and physical health; (3) carrying out a national noise environmental assessment program-- (A) to identify trends in noise exposure and response, ambient levels, and compliance data; and (B) to determine the effectiveness of noise abatement actions, including actions for areas around major transportation facilities (such as highways, railroad facilities, and airports); (4) developing and disseminating to the public information and educational materials relating to the mental and physical effects of noise and the most effective means for noise control through the use of materials for school curricula, volunteer organizations, radio and television programs, publications, and other means; (5) developing educational and training materials and programs, including national and regional workshops, to support State and local noise abatement and control programs; (6) establishing regional technical assistance centers to use the capabilities of institutions of higher education and private organizations to assist State and local noise control programs; and (7) undertaking an assessment of the effectiveness of the Noise Control Act of 1972 (42 U.S.C. 4901 et seq.). (c) Preferred Approaches.--In carrying out the duties of the Office under subsection (b), the Office shall emphasize noise abatement approaches that rely on local and State activities, market incentives, and coordination with other public and private agencies. (d) Study.-- (1) In general.--The Administrator shall carry out a study of aircraft noise and the effects of that noise on surrounding communities. (2) Contracts and other agreements.--The Administrator shall enter into contracts or other agreements with independent scientists with expertise in noise measurements, noise effects, and noise abatement techniques to conduct the study under paragraph (1). (3) Contents.--The study under paragraph (1) shall examine-- (A) the selection of noise measurement methodologies by the Federal Aviation Administration; (B) the threshold of aircraft noise at which health impacts are felt; and (C) the effectiveness of aircraft noise abatement programs at airports around the United States. (4) Report.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report on the results of the study conducted under paragraph (1). (B) Requirements.--The report submitted under subparagraph (A) shall include specific recommendations on new measures that can be implemented to mitigate the impact of aircraft noise on surrounding communities. (e) Conforming Amendment.--The Noise Pollution and Abatement Act of 1970 (Public Law 91-604; 84 Stat. 1709) is repealed. SEC. 4. GRANTS UNDER QUIET COMMUNITIES PROGRAM. Section 14 of the Noise Control Act of 1972 (42 U.S.C. 4913) is amended-- (1) in subsection (b)-- (A) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking ``but not limited to''; (B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``sections 6, 7, and 8 of this Act'' and inserting ``section 6 or 8 of this Act, or section 44715 of title 49, United States Code''; and (C) by redesignating paragraphs (1) through (5) as subparagraphs (A) through (E), respectively, and indenting appropriately; (2) in subsection (c)-- (A) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking ``but not limited to'' and inserting ``in accordance with the Federal authority pursuant to this Act to regulate sources of noise in interstate commerce''; (B) in paragraph (1)-- (i) in subparagraph (C), by striking ``and,'' at the end; (ii) by redesignating subparagraphs (A) through (D) as clauses (i) through (iv), respectively, and indenting appropriately; and (iii) by adding at the end the following: ``(v) establishing and implementing training programs on use of noise abatement equipment; and ``(vi) implementing noise abatement plans;''; (C) by striking the undesignated matter following paragraph (5); and (D) by redesignating paragraphs (1) through (5) as subparagraphs (A) through (E), respectively, and indenting appropriately; and (3) by redesignating subsections (a) through (g) as paragraphs (1) through (7), respectively, and indenting appropriately. SEC. 5. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. There is authorized to be appropriated for the Office of Noise Abatement and Control reestablished under section 3(a) $21,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026. <all>

Quiet Communities Act of 2021

To reestablish the Office of Noise Abatement and Control in the Environmental Protection Agency, and for other purposes.

Quiet Communities Act of 2021

Rep. Meng, Grace

D

NY

This bill requires the Environmental Protection Agency to reestablish an Office of Noise Abatement and Control to promote the development of local noise control programs, carry out research, and develop and disseminate educational materials, among other duties.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. 2. ), and the Quiet Communities Act of 1978 (42 U.S.C. 4901 note; Public Law 95-609; 92 Stat. 4901 et seq. 3. REESTABLISHMENT OF OFFICE OF NOISE ABATEMENT AND CONTROL. (a) Reestablishment.--The Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (referred to in this section as the ``Administrator'') shall reestablish within the Environmental Protection Agency an Office of Noise Abatement and Control (referred to in this section as the ``Office''). (d) Study.-- (1) In general.--The Administrator shall carry out a study of aircraft noise and the effects of that noise on surrounding communities. 4. GRANTS UNDER QUIET COMMUNITIES PROGRAM. 4913) is amended-- (1) in subsection (b)-- (A) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking ``but not limited to''; (B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``sections 6, 7, and 8 of this Act'' and inserting ``section 6 or 8 of this Act, or section 44715 of title 49, United States Code''; and (C) by redesignating paragraphs (1) through (5) as subparagraphs (A) through (E), respectively, and indenting appropriately; (2) in subsection (c)-- (A) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking ``but not limited to'' and inserting ``in accordance with the Federal authority pursuant to this Act to regulate sources of noise in interstate commerce''; (B) in paragraph (1)-- (i) in subparagraph (C), by striking ``and,'' at the end; (ii) by redesignating subparagraphs (A) through (D) as clauses (i) through (iv), respectively, and indenting appropriately; and (iii) by adding at the end the following: ``(v) establishing and implementing training programs on use of noise abatement equipment; and ``(vi) implementing noise abatement plans;''; (C) by striking the undesignated matter following paragraph (5); and (D) by redesignating paragraphs (1) through (5) as subparagraphs (A) through (E), respectively, and indenting appropriately; and (3) by redesignating subsections (a) through (g) as paragraphs (1) through (7), respectively, and indenting appropriately. SEC. 5. There is authorized to be appropriated for the Office of Noise Abatement and Control reestablished under section 3(a) $21,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. 2. ), and the Quiet Communities Act of 1978 (42 U.S.C. 4901 note; Public Law 95-609; 92 Stat. 4901 et seq. 3. REESTABLISHMENT OF OFFICE OF NOISE ABATEMENT AND CONTROL. (a) Reestablishment.--The Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (referred to in this section as the ``Administrator'') shall reestablish within the Environmental Protection Agency an Office of Noise Abatement and Control (referred to in this section as the ``Office''). (d) Study.-- (1) In general.--The Administrator shall carry out a study of aircraft noise and the effects of that noise on surrounding communities. 4. GRANTS UNDER QUIET COMMUNITIES PROGRAM. 4913) is amended-- (1) in subsection (b)-- (A) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking ``but not limited to''; (B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``sections 6, 7, and 8 of this Act'' and inserting ``section 6 or 8 of this Act, or section 44715 of title 49, United States Code''; and (C) by redesignating paragraphs (1) through (5) as subparagraphs (A) through (E), respectively, and indenting appropriately; (2) in subsection (c)-- (A) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking ``but not limited to'' and inserting ``in accordance with the Federal authority pursuant to this Act to regulate sources of noise in interstate commerce''; (B) in paragraph (1)-- (i) in subparagraph (C), by striking ``and,'' at the end; (ii) by redesignating subparagraphs (A) through (D) as clauses (i) through (iv), respectively, and indenting appropriately; and (iii) by adding at the end the following: ``(v) establishing and implementing training programs on use of noise abatement equipment; and ``(vi) implementing noise abatement plans;''; (C) by striking the undesignated matter following paragraph (5); and (D) by redesignating paragraphs (1) through (5) as subparagraphs (A) through (E), respectively, and indenting appropriately; and (3) by redesignating subsections (a) through (g) as paragraphs (1) through (7), respectively, and indenting appropriately. SEC. 5. There is authorized to be appropriated for the Office of Noise Abatement and Control reestablished under section 3(a) $21,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds that-- (1) approximately 28,000,000 individuals in the United States are afflicted with some hearing impairment, and it has been estimated that 10,000,000 of those impairments are at least partially attributable to damage from exposure to noise; (2) for millions of individuals in the United States, noise from aircraft, vehicular traffic, and a variety of other sources is a constant source of torment; (3) millions of individuals in the United States are exposed to noise levels that can lead to sleep loss, psychological and physiological damage, and work disruption; (4) chronic exposure to noise has been linked to increased risk of cardiovascular disorders, learning deficits in children, stress, and diminished quality of life; (5) excessive noise leading to sleep deprivation and task interruptions can result in untold costs to society as a result of diminished worker productivity; (6) pursuant to the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. ), and the Quiet Communities Act of 1978 (42 U.S.C. 4901 note; Public Law 95-609; 92 Stat. 4901 et seq. 3. REESTABLISHMENT OF OFFICE OF NOISE ABATEMENT AND CONTROL. (a) Reestablishment.--The Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (referred to in this section as the ``Administrator'') shall reestablish within the Environmental Protection Agency an Office of Noise Abatement and Control (referred to in this section as the ``Office''). (b) Duties.--The responsibilities of the Office shall include-- (1) promoting the development of effective State and local noise control programs by providing States with technical assistance and grants to develop those programs, including the purchasing of equipment for local communities; (2) carrying out a national noise control research program to assess the impacts of noise from varied noise sources on mental and physical health; (3) carrying out a national noise environmental assessment program-- (A) to identify trends in noise exposure and response, ambient levels, and compliance data; and (B) to determine the effectiveness of noise abatement actions, including actions for areas around major transportation facilities (such as highways, railroad facilities, and airports); (4) developing and disseminating to the public information and educational materials relating to the mental and physical effects of noise and the most effective means for noise control through the use of materials for school curricula, volunteer organizations, radio and television programs, publications, and other means; (5) developing educational and training materials and programs, including national and regional workshops, to support State and local noise abatement and control programs; (6) establishing regional technical assistance centers to use the capabilities of institutions of higher education and private organizations to assist State and local noise control programs; and (7) undertaking an assessment of the effectiveness of the Noise Control Act of 1972 (42 U.S.C. (d) Study.-- (1) In general.--The Administrator shall carry out a study of aircraft noise and the effects of that noise on surrounding communities. 1709) is repealed. 4. GRANTS UNDER QUIET COMMUNITIES PROGRAM. 4913) is amended-- (1) in subsection (b)-- (A) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking ``but not limited to''; (B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``sections 6, 7, and 8 of this Act'' and inserting ``section 6 or 8 of this Act, or section 44715 of title 49, United States Code''; and (C) by redesignating paragraphs (1) through (5) as subparagraphs (A) through (E), respectively, and indenting appropriately; (2) in subsection (c)-- (A) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking ``but not limited to'' and inserting ``in accordance with the Federal authority pursuant to this Act to regulate sources of noise in interstate commerce''; (B) in paragraph (1)-- (i) in subparagraph (C), by striking ``and,'' at the end; (ii) by redesignating subparagraphs (A) through (D) as clauses (i) through (iv), respectively, and indenting appropriately; and (iii) by adding at the end the following: ``(v) establishing and implementing training programs on use of noise abatement equipment; and ``(vi) implementing noise abatement plans;''; (C) by striking the undesignated matter following paragraph (5); and (D) by redesignating paragraphs (1) through (5) as subparagraphs (A) through (E), respectively, and indenting appropriately; and (3) by redesignating subsections (a) through (g) as paragraphs (1) through (7), respectively, and indenting appropriately. SEC. 5. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. There is authorized to be appropriated for the Office of Noise Abatement and Control reestablished under section 3(a) $21,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026.

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 that-- (1) approximately 28,000,000 individuals in the United States are afflicted with some hearing impairment, and it has been estimated that 10,000,000 of those impairments are at least partially attributable to damage from exposure to noise; (2) for millions of individuals in the United States, noise from aircraft, vehicular traffic, and a variety of other sources is a constant source of torment; (3) millions of individuals in the United States are exposed to noise levels that can lead to sleep loss, psychological and physiological damage, and work disruption; (4) chronic exposure to noise has been linked to increased risk of cardiovascular disorders, learning deficits in children, stress, and diminished quality of life; (5) excessive noise leading to sleep deprivation and task interruptions can result in untold costs to society as a result of diminished worker productivity; (6) pursuant to the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. ), and the Quiet Communities Act of 1978 (42 U.S.C. 4901 note; Public Law 95-609; 92 Stat. 4901 et seq. ), even though funding for the activities of the Office of Noise Abatement and Control described in paragraph (7) was terminated, and because that Act prohibits State and local governments from regulating noise sources in many situations, noise abatement programs across the United States lie dormant; and (9) as population growth and air and vehicular traffic continue to increase, noise pollution is likely to become an even greater problem in the future, and the health and welfare of individuals in the United States demands that the Environmental Protection Agency, the lead Federal agency for the protection of public health and welfare, once again assume a role in combating noise pollution. 3. REESTABLISHMENT OF OFFICE OF NOISE ABATEMENT AND CONTROL. (a) Reestablishment.--The Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (referred to in this section as the ``Administrator'') shall reestablish within the Environmental Protection Agency an Office of Noise Abatement and Control (referred to in this section as the ``Office''). (b) Duties.--The responsibilities of the Office shall include-- (1) promoting the development of effective State and local noise control programs by providing States with technical assistance and grants to develop those programs, including the purchasing of equipment for local communities; (2) carrying out a national noise control research program to assess the impacts of noise from varied noise sources on mental and physical health; (3) carrying out a national noise environmental assessment program-- (A) to identify trends in noise exposure and response, ambient levels, and compliance data; and (B) to determine the effectiveness of noise abatement actions, including actions for areas around major transportation facilities (such as highways, railroad facilities, and airports); (4) developing and disseminating to the public information and educational materials relating to the mental and physical effects of noise and the most effective means for noise control through the use of materials for school curricula, volunteer organizations, radio and television programs, publications, and other means; (5) developing educational and training materials and programs, including national and regional workshops, to support State and local noise abatement and control programs; (6) establishing regional technical assistance centers to use the capabilities of institutions of higher education and private organizations to assist State and local noise control programs; and (7) undertaking an assessment of the effectiveness of the Noise Control Act of 1972 (42 U.S.C. (d) Study.-- (1) In general.--The Administrator shall carry out a study of aircraft noise and the effects of that noise on surrounding communities. (2) Contracts and other agreements.--The Administrator shall enter into contracts or other agreements with independent scientists with expertise in noise measurements, noise effects, and noise abatement techniques to conduct the study under paragraph (1). (B) Requirements.--The report submitted under subparagraph (A) shall include specific recommendations on new measures that can be implemented to mitigate the impact of aircraft noise on surrounding communities. (e) Conforming Amendment.--The Noise Pollution and Abatement Act of 1970 (Public Law 91-604; 84 Stat. 1709) is repealed. 4. GRANTS UNDER QUIET COMMUNITIES PROGRAM. 4913) is amended-- (1) in subsection (b)-- (A) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking ``but not limited to''; (B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``sections 6, 7, and 8 of this Act'' and inserting ``section 6 or 8 of this Act, or section 44715 of title 49, United States Code''; and (C) by redesignating paragraphs (1) through (5) as subparagraphs (A) through (E), respectively, and indenting appropriately; (2) in subsection (c)-- (A) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking ``but not limited to'' and inserting ``in accordance with the Federal authority pursuant to this Act to regulate sources of noise in interstate commerce''; (B) in paragraph (1)-- (i) in subparagraph (C), by striking ``and,'' at the end; (ii) by redesignating subparagraphs (A) through (D) as clauses (i) through (iv), respectively, and indenting appropriately; and (iii) by adding at the end the following: ``(v) establishing and implementing training programs on use of noise abatement equipment; and ``(vi) implementing noise abatement plans;''; (C) by striking the undesignated matter following paragraph (5); and (D) by redesignating paragraphs (1) through (5) as subparagraphs (A) through (E), respectively, and indenting appropriately; and (3) by redesignating subsections (a) through (g) as paragraphs (1) through (7), respectively, and indenting appropriately. SEC. 5. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. There is authorized to be appropriated for the Office of Noise Abatement and Control reestablished under section 3(a) $21,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026.

To reestablish the Office of Noise Abatement and Control in the Environmental Protection Agency, and for other purposes. the Noise Control Act of 1972 (42 U.S.C. 4901 et seq. ), REESTABLISHMENT OF OFFICE OF NOISE ABATEMENT AND CONTROL. (a) Reestablishment.--The Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (referred to in this section as the ``Administrator'') shall reestablish within the Environmental Protection Agency an Office of Noise Abatement and Control (referred to in this section as the ``Office''). (c) Preferred Approaches.--In carrying out the duties of the Office under subsection (b), the Office shall emphasize noise abatement approaches that rely on local and State activities, market incentives, and coordination with other public and private agencies. ( 3) Contents.--The study under paragraph (1) shall examine-- (A) the selection of noise measurement methodologies by the Federal Aviation Administration; (B) the threshold of aircraft noise at which health impacts are felt; and (C) the effectiveness of aircraft noise abatement programs at airports around the United States. ( AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. There is authorized to be appropriated for the Office of Noise Abatement and Control reestablished under section 3(a) $21,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026.

To reestablish the Office of Noise Abatement and Control in the Environmental Protection Agency, and for other purposes. the Noise Control Act of 1972 (42 U.S.C. 4901 et seq. ), REESTABLISHMENT OF OFFICE OF NOISE ABATEMENT AND CONTROL. ( a) Reestablishment.--The Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (referred to in this section as the ``Administrator'') shall reestablish within the Environmental Protection Agency an Office of Noise Abatement and Control (referred to in this section as the ``Office''). c) Preferred Approaches.--In carrying out the duties of the Office under subsection (b), the Office shall emphasize noise abatement approaches that rely on local and State activities, market incentives, and coordination with other public and private agencies. ( 3) Contents.--The study under paragraph (1) shall examine-- (A) the selection of noise measurement methodologies by the Federal Aviation Administration; (B) the threshold of aircraft noise at which health impacts are felt; and (C) the effectiveness of aircraft noise abatement programs at airports around the United States. (4) Report.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report on the results of the study conducted under paragraph (1). ( B) Requirements.--The report submitted under subparagraph (A) shall include specific recommendations on new measures that can be implemented to mitigate the impact of aircraft noise on surrounding communities. (

To reestablish the Office of Noise Abatement and Control in the Environmental Protection Agency, and for other purposes. the Noise Control Act of 1972 (42 U.S.C. 4901 et seq. ), REESTABLISHMENT OF OFFICE OF NOISE ABATEMENT AND CONTROL. ( a) Reestablishment.--The Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (referred to in this section as the ``Administrator'') shall reestablish within the Environmental Protection Agency an Office of Noise Abatement and Control (referred to in this section as the ``Office''). c) Preferred Approaches.--In carrying out the duties of the Office under subsection (b), the Office shall emphasize noise abatement approaches that rely on local and State activities, market incentives, and coordination with other public and private agencies. ( 3) Contents.--The study under paragraph (1) shall examine-- (A) the selection of noise measurement methodologies by the Federal Aviation Administration; (B) the threshold of aircraft noise at which health impacts are felt; and (C) the effectiveness of aircraft noise abatement programs at airports around the United States. (4) Report.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report on the results of the study conducted under paragraph (1). ( B) Requirements.--The report submitted under subparagraph (A) shall include specific recommendations on new measures that can be implemented to mitigate the impact of aircraft noise on surrounding communities. (

To reestablish the Office of Noise Abatement and Control in the Environmental Protection Agency, and for other purposes. the Noise Control Act of 1972 (42 U.S.C. 4901 et seq. ), REESTABLISHMENT OF OFFICE OF NOISE ABATEMENT AND CONTROL. (a) Reestablishment.--The Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (referred to in this section as the ``Administrator'') shall reestablish within the Environmental Protection Agency an Office of Noise Abatement and Control (referred to in this section as the ``Office''). (c) Preferred Approaches.--In carrying out the duties of the Office under subsection (b), the Office shall emphasize noise abatement approaches that rely on local and State activities, market incentives, and coordination with other public and private agencies. ( 3) Contents.--The study under paragraph (1) shall examine-- (A) the selection of noise measurement methodologies by the Federal Aviation Administration; (B) the threshold of aircraft noise at which health impacts are felt; and (C) the effectiveness of aircraft noise abatement programs at airports around the United States. ( AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. There is authorized to be appropriated for the Office of Noise Abatement and Control reestablished under section 3(a) $21,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026.

To reestablish the Office of Noise Abatement and Control in the Environmental Protection Agency, and for other purposes. the Noise Control Act of 1972 (42 U.S.C. 4901 et seq. ), REESTABLISHMENT OF OFFICE OF NOISE ABATEMENT AND CONTROL. ( a) Reestablishment.--The Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (referred to in this section as the ``Administrator'') shall reestablish within the Environmental Protection Agency an Office of Noise Abatement and Control (referred to in this section as the ``Office''). c) Preferred Approaches.--In carrying out the duties of the Office under subsection (b), the Office shall emphasize noise abatement approaches that rely on local and State activities, market incentives, and coordination with other public and private agencies. ( 3) Contents.--The study under paragraph (1) shall examine-- (A) the selection of noise measurement methodologies by the Federal Aviation Administration; (B) the threshold of aircraft noise at which health impacts are felt; and (C) the effectiveness of aircraft noise abatement programs at airports around the United States. (4) Report.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report on the results of the study conducted under paragraph (1). ( B) Requirements.--The report submitted under subparagraph (A) shall include specific recommendations on new measures that can be implemented to mitigate the impact of aircraft noise on surrounding communities. (

To reestablish the Office of Noise Abatement and Control in the Environmental Protection Agency, and for other purposes. the Noise Control Act of 1972 (42 U.S.C. 4901 et seq. ), REESTABLISHMENT OF OFFICE OF NOISE ABATEMENT AND CONTROL. (a) Reestablishment.--The Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (referred to in this section as the ``Administrator'') shall reestablish within the Environmental Protection Agency an Office of Noise Abatement and Control (referred to in this section as the ``Office''). (c) Preferred Approaches.--In carrying out the duties of the Office under subsection (b), the Office shall emphasize noise abatement approaches that rely on local and State activities, market incentives, and coordination with other public and private agencies. ( 3) Contents.--The study under paragraph (1) shall examine-- (A) the selection of noise measurement methodologies by the Federal Aviation Administration; (B) the threshold of aircraft noise at which health impacts are felt; and (C) the effectiveness of aircraft noise abatement programs at airports around the United States. ( AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. There is authorized to be appropriated for the Office of Noise Abatement and Control reestablished under section 3(a) $21,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026.

To reestablish the Office of Noise Abatement and Control in the Environmental Protection Agency, and for other purposes. the Noise Control Act of 1972 (42 U.S.C. 4901 et seq. ), REESTABLISHMENT OF OFFICE OF NOISE ABATEMENT AND CONTROL. ( a) Reestablishment.--The Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (referred to in this section as the ``Administrator'') shall reestablish within the Environmental Protection Agency an Office of Noise Abatement and Control (referred to in this section as the ``Office''). c) Preferred Approaches.--In carrying out the duties of the Office under subsection (b), the Office shall emphasize noise abatement approaches that rely on local and State activities, market incentives, and coordination with other public and private agencies. ( 3) Contents.--The study under paragraph (1) shall examine-- (A) the selection of noise measurement methodologies by the Federal Aviation Administration; (B) the threshold of aircraft noise at which health impacts are felt; and (C) the effectiveness of aircraft noise abatement programs at airports around the United States. (4) Report.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report on the results of the study conducted under paragraph (1). ( B) Requirements.--The report submitted under subparagraph (A) shall include specific recommendations on new measures that can be implemented to mitigate the impact of aircraft noise on surrounding communities. (

To reestablish the Office of Noise Abatement and Control in the Environmental Protection Agency, and for other purposes. the Noise Control Act of 1972 (42 U.S.C. 4901 et seq. ), REESTABLISHMENT OF OFFICE OF NOISE ABATEMENT AND CONTROL. (a) Reestablishment.--The Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (referred to in this section as the ``Administrator'') shall reestablish within the Environmental Protection Agency an Office of Noise Abatement and Control (referred to in this section as the ``Office''). (c) Preferred Approaches.--In carrying out the duties of the Office under subsection (b), the Office shall emphasize noise abatement approaches that rely on local and State activities, market incentives, and coordination with other public and private agencies. ( 3) Contents.--The study under paragraph (1) shall examine-- (A) the selection of noise measurement methodologies by the Federal Aviation Administration; (B) the threshold of aircraft noise at which health impacts are felt; and (C) the effectiveness of aircraft noise abatement programs at airports around the United States. ( AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. There is authorized to be appropriated for the Office of Noise Abatement and Control reestablished under section 3(a) $21,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026.

To reestablish the Office of Noise Abatement and Control in the Environmental Protection Agency, and for other purposes. the Noise Control Act of 1972 (42 U.S.C. 4901 et seq. ), REESTABLISHMENT OF OFFICE OF NOISE ABATEMENT AND CONTROL. ( a) Reestablishment.--The Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (referred to in this section as the ``Administrator'') shall reestablish within the Environmental Protection Agency an Office of Noise Abatement and Control (referred to in this section as the ``Office''). c) Preferred Approaches.--In carrying out the duties of the Office under subsection (b), the Office shall emphasize noise abatement approaches that rely on local and State activities, market incentives, and coordination with other public and private agencies. ( 3) Contents.--The study under paragraph (1) shall examine-- (A) the selection of noise measurement methodologies by the Federal Aviation Administration; (B) the threshold of aircraft noise at which health impacts are felt; and (C) the effectiveness of aircraft noise abatement programs at airports around the United States. (4) Report.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report on the results of the study conducted under paragraph (1). ( B) Requirements.--The report submitted under subparagraph (A) shall include specific recommendations on new measures that can be implemented to mitigate the impact of aircraft noise on surrounding communities. (

To reestablish the Office of Noise Abatement and Control in the Environmental Protection Agency, and for other purposes. the Noise Control Act of 1972 (42 U.S.C. 4901 et seq. ), REESTABLISHMENT OF OFFICE OF NOISE ABATEMENT AND CONTROL. (a) Reestablishment.--The Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (referred to in this section as the ``Administrator'') shall reestablish within the Environmental Protection Agency an Office of Noise Abatement and Control (referred to in this section as the ``Office''). (c) Preferred Approaches.--In carrying out the duties of the Office under subsection (b), the Office shall emphasize noise abatement approaches that rely on local and State activities, market incentives, and coordination with other public and private agencies. ( 3) Contents.--The study under paragraph (1) shall examine-- (A) the selection of noise measurement methodologies by the Federal Aviation Administration; (B) the threshold of aircraft noise at which health impacts are felt; and (C) the effectiveness of aircraft noise abatement programs at airports around the United States. ( AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. There is authorized to be appropriated for the Office of Noise Abatement and Control reestablished under section 3(a) $21,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026.

H.R.1272

Government Operations and Politics

Congressional Oversight to Secure Transparency of Relocations Act or the COST of Relocations Act This bill requires a federal agency seeking to relocate more than 5% of its employees or more than 100 employees to conduct and make public a comprehensive cost-benefit analysis of the proposed change. Specifically, the agency must conduct such analysis and submit it to the agency's office of inspector general for review and submission to Congress. The report must include

To require Federal agencies to conduct a benefit-cost analysis on relocations involving the movement of employment positions to different 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 ``Congressional Oversight to Secure Transparency of Relocations Act'' or the ``COST of Relocations Act''. SEC. 2. BENEFIT-COST ANALYSIS ON CERTAIN RELOCATIONS. (a) In General.--Except as provided in subsection (d), a Federal agency may not carry out a covered relocation unless, prior to any submission to the Office of Management and Budget or other reviewing entity regarding such relocation-- (1) such agency-- (A) conducts a benefit-cost analysis on the covered relocation; and (B) submits to the Office of Inspector General for such agency a report on the findings of the benefit- cost analysis and including such other information such Office of Inspector General determines necessary for compliance with subsection (c); and (2) such Office of Inspector General reviews the report and submits to Congress the report described in subsection (c). (b) Benefit-Cost Analysis.-- (1) In general.--The benefit-cost analysis described in subsection (a)(1) shall be conducted in a manner consistent with the economic and social science principles articulated in the guidance applicable to relocations in the Office of Management and Budget Circular A-4, as in effect on September 17, 2003. (2) Analysis report.-- (A) Contents.--The report described in subsection (a)(1)(B) shall include, at a minimum-- (i) the anticipated outcomes and improvements that will result from the proposed relocation, quantified in monetary or other appropriate measures to the extent practicable; (ii) an explanation of how the proposed relocation will result in the anticipated outcomes and improvements; (iii) the metrics for measuring whether the proposed relocation results in the anticipated outcomes and improvements; (iv) a detailed employee engagement plan; (v) a list of stakeholders; (vi) a timeline of past and future engagements with stakeholders regarding the proposed relocation; (vii) an assessment of how the proposed relocation may affect stakeholders-- (I) served by the positions affected by the relocation; and (II) in the destination agency or region; (viii) a comprehensive strategy for accomplishing the proposed relocation that includes-- (I) staffing, resourcing, and financial needs; (II) an implementation timeline identifying milestones and the persons accountable for meeting such milestones; (III) a risk assessment; and (IV) a risk mitigation plan; (ix) an analysis of the effect the proposed relocation may have on the ability of the Federal agency to carry out its mission during the relocation and thereafter; and (x) an assessment of the short- and long- term effects of the relocation on the mission of the Federal agency. (B) Publication.--A Federal agency shall make publicly available the report described in subsection (a)(1)(B) in a form that excludes any proprietary information or trade secrets of any person and other confidential information. (c) Inspector General Report to Congress.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date on which a Federal agency submits a report under subsection (a)(1)(B), the Office of Inspector General for that agency shall submit to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate, the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate, the Committee on Oversight and Reform of the House of Representatives, and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report on the findings of the review conducted under subsection (a)(2), including-- (A) detailed descriptions of the data used in the benefit-cost analysis described in subsection (a)(1), including the types of data and the time periods covered by the data; (B) the conclusions of the benefit-cost analysis and the analysis underlying such conclusions; and (C) a comprehensive assessment of-- (i) the extent to which the Federal agency adhered to the guidance in the Office of Management and Budget Circular A-4, as in effect on September 17, 2003, in conducting the benefit-cost analysis, including a determination whether such adherence is sufficient to justify the use of Federal funds for the relocation involved; and (ii) if the relocation involves moving positions from inside the National Capital Region to outside the National Capital Region, the extent to which real estate options in the National Capital Region were compared to those in the destination as part of that analysis. (2) Exclusions.-- (A) In general.--The Office of Inspector General for a Federal agency shall exclude from any report described in this subsection any proprietary information or trade secrets of any person and other confidential information. (B) Explanation and description required.--For each exclusion under subparagraph (A), the Office of Inspector General shall include an explanation of the reason for the exclusion and a description of the information excluded in an appropriate location in the relevant report. (d) Other Requirements Not Abrogated.--Nothing in this Act shall be construed to abrogate, reduce, or eliminate any requirements imposed by law pertaining to any relocation of a Federal agency or component of a Federal agency. (e) Definitions.--In this Act: (1) Administrative redelegation of function.--The term ``administrative redelegation of function'' means a Federal agency establishing new positions within the agency that replace existing positions within the agency and perform the functions of the positions replaced. (2) Covered relocation.--The term ``covered relocation'' means-- (A) an administrative redelegation of function which, by itself or in conjunction with other related redelegations, involves replacing the existing positions of more than the lesser of 5 percent or 100 of the employees of the relevant Federal agency with new positions located outside the commuting area of such employees; (B) moving a Federal agency or any component of a Federal agency if such move, by itself or in conjunction with other related moves, involves moving the positions of more than the lesser of 5 percent or 100 of the employees of the Federal agency outside the commuting area of such employees or under the jurisdiction of another Federal agency; or (C) a combination of related redelegations and moves which together involve the positions of more than the lesser of 5 percent or 100 of the employees of the relevant Federal agency being moved to or replaced with new positions located outside the commuting area of such employees or moved under the jurisdiction of another Federal agency. (3) Employee.--The term ``employee'' means an employee or officer of a Federal agency. (4) Federal agency.--The term ``Federal agency'' has the meaning given the term ``agency'' in section 902 of title 5, United States Code. (5) National capital region.--The term ``National Capital Region'' has the meaning given such term in section 8702 of title 40, United States Code. <all>

COST of Relocations Act

To require Federal agencies to conduct a benefit-cost analysis on relocations involving the movement of employment positions to different areas, and for other purposes.

COST of Relocations Act Congressional Oversight to Secure Transparency of Relocations Act

Rep. Wexton, Jennifer

D

VA

This bill requires a federal agency seeking to relocate more than 5% of its employees or more than 100 employees to conduct and make public a comprehensive cost-benefit analysis of the proposed change. Specifically, the agency must conduct such analysis and submit it to the agency's office of inspector general for review and submission to Congress. The report must include

2. BENEFIT-COST ANALYSIS ON CERTAIN RELOCATIONS. (2) Analysis report.-- (A) Contents.--The report described in subsection (a)(1)(B) shall include, at a minimum-- (i) the anticipated outcomes and improvements that will result from the proposed relocation, quantified in monetary or other appropriate measures to the extent practicable; (ii) an explanation of how the proposed relocation will result in the anticipated outcomes and improvements; (iii) the metrics for measuring whether the proposed relocation results in the anticipated outcomes and improvements; (iv) a detailed employee engagement plan; (v) a list of stakeholders; (vi) a timeline of past and future engagements with stakeholders regarding the proposed relocation; (vii) an assessment of how the proposed relocation may affect stakeholders-- (I) served by the positions affected by the relocation; and (II) in the destination agency or region; (viii) a comprehensive strategy for accomplishing the proposed relocation that includes-- (I) staffing, resourcing, and financial needs; (II) an implementation timeline identifying milestones and the persons accountable for meeting such milestones; (III) a risk assessment; and (IV) a risk mitigation plan; (ix) an analysis of the effect the proposed relocation may have on the ability of the Federal agency to carry out its mission during the relocation and thereafter; and (x) an assessment of the short- and long- term effects of the relocation on the mission of the Federal agency. (2) Exclusions.-- (A) In general.--The Office of Inspector General for a Federal agency shall exclude from any report described in this subsection any proprietary information or trade secrets of any person and other confidential information. (e) Definitions.--In this Act: (1) Administrative redelegation of function.--The term ``administrative redelegation of function'' means a Federal agency establishing new positions within the agency that replace existing positions within the agency and perform the functions of the positions replaced. (3) Employee.--The term ``employee'' means an employee or officer of a Federal agency. (5) National capital region.--The term ``National Capital Region'' has the meaning given such term in section 8702 of title 40, United States Code.

2. BENEFIT-COST ANALYSIS ON CERTAIN RELOCATIONS. (2) Analysis report.-- (A) Contents.--The report described in subsection (a)(1)(B) shall include, at a minimum-- (i) the anticipated outcomes and improvements that will result from the proposed relocation, quantified in monetary or other appropriate measures to the extent practicable; (ii) an explanation of how the proposed relocation will result in the anticipated outcomes and improvements; (iii) the metrics for measuring whether the proposed relocation results in the anticipated outcomes and improvements; (iv) a detailed employee engagement plan; (v) a list of stakeholders; (vi) a timeline of past and future engagements with stakeholders regarding the proposed relocation; (vii) an assessment of how the proposed relocation may affect stakeholders-- (I) served by the positions affected by the relocation; and (II) in the destination agency or region; (viii) a comprehensive strategy for accomplishing the proposed relocation that includes-- (I) staffing, resourcing, and financial needs; (II) an implementation timeline identifying milestones and the persons accountable for meeting such milestones; (III) a risk assessment; and (IV) a risk mitigation plan; (ix) an analysis of the effect the proposed relocation may have on the ability of the Federal agency to carry out its mission during the relocation and thereafter; and (x) an assessment of the short- and long- term effects of the relocation on the mission of the Federal agency. (2) Exclusions.-- (A) In general.--The Office of Inspector General for a Federal agency shall exclude from any report described in this subsection any proprietary information or trade secrets of any person and other confidential information. (e) Definitions.--In this Act: (1) Administrative redelegation of function.--The term ``administrative redelegation of function'' means a Federal agency establishing new positions within the agency that replace existing positions within the agency and perform the functions of the positions replaced. (3) Employee.--The term ``employee'' means an employee or officer of a Federal agency. (5) National capital region.--The term ``National Capital Region'' has the meaning given such term in section 8702 of title 40, United States Code.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SEC. 2. BENEFIT-COST ANALYSIS ON CERTAIN RELOCATIONS. (b) Benefit-Cost Analysis.-- (1) In general.--The benefit-cost analysis described in subsection (a)(1) shall be conducted in a manner consistent with the economic and social science principles articulated in the guidance applicable to relocations in the Office of Management and Budget Circular A-4, as in effect on September 17, 2003. (2) Analysis report.-- (A) Contents.--The report described in subsection (a)(1)(B) shall include, at a minimum-- (i) the anticipated outcomes and improvements that will result from the proposed relocation, quantified in monetary or other appropriate measures to the extent practicable; (ii) an explanation of how the proposed relocation will result in the anticipated outcomes and improvements; (iii) the metrics for measuring whether the proposed relocation results in the anticipated outcomes and improvements; (iv) a detailed employee engagement plan; (v) a list of stakeholders; (vi) a timeline of past and future engagements with stakeholders regarding the proposed relocation; (vii) an assessment of how the proposed relocation may affect stakeholders-- (I) served by the positions affected by the relocation; and (II) in the destination agency or region; (viii) a comprehensive strategy for accomplishing the proposed relocation that includes-- (I) staffing, resourcing, and financial needs; (II) an implementation timeline identifying milestones and the persons accountable for meeting such milestones; (III) a risk assessment; and (IV) a risk mitigation plan; (ix) an analysis of the effect the proposed relocation may have on the ability of the Federal agency to carry out its mission during the relocation and thereafter; and (x) an assessment of the short- and long- term effects of the relocation on the mission of the Federal agency. (2) Exclusions.-- (A) In general.--The Office of Inspector General for a Federal agency shall exclude from any report described in this subsection any proprietary information or trade secrets of any person and other confidential information. (d) Other Requirements Not Abrogated.--Nothing in this Act shall be construed to abrogate, reduce, or eliminate any requirements imposed by law pertaining to any relocation of a Federal agency or component of a Federal agency. (e) Definitions.--In this Act: (1) Administrative redelegation of function.--The term ``administrative redelegation of function'' means a Federal agency establishing new positions within the agency that replace existing positions within the agency and perform the functions of the positions replaced. (2) Covered relocation.--The term ``covered relocation'' means-- (A) an administrative redelegation of function which, by itself or in conjunction with other related redelegations, involves replacing the existing positions of more than the lesser of 5 percent or 100 of the employees of the relevant Federal agency with new positions located outside the commuting area of such employees; (B) moving a Federal agency or any component of a Federal agency if such move, by itself or in conjunction with other related moves, involves moving the positions of more than the lesser of 5 percent or 100 of the employees of the Federal agency outside the commuting area of such employees or under the jurisdiction of another Federal agency; or (C) a combination of related redelegations and moves which together involve the positions of more than the lesser of 5 percent or 100 of the employees of the relevant Federal agency being moved to or replaced with new positions located outside the commuting area of such employees or moved under the jurisdiction of another Federal agency. (3) Employee.--The term ``employee'' means an employee or officer of a Federal agency. (5) National capital region.--The term ``National Capital Region'' has the meaning given such term in section 8702 of title 40, United States Code.

To require Federal agencies to conduct a benefit-cost analysis on relocations involving the movement of employment positions to different 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. This Act may be cited as the ``Congressional Oversight to Secure Transparency of Relocations Act'' or the ``COST of Relocations Act''. SEC. 2. BENEFIT-COST ANALYSIS ON CERTAIN RELOCATIONS. (b) Benefit-Cost Analysis.-- (1) In general.--The benefit-cost analysis described in subsection (a)(1) shall be conducted in a manner consistent with the economic and social science principles articulated in the guidance applicable to relocations in the Office of Management and Budget Circular A-4, as in effect on September 17, 2003. (2) Analysis report.-- (A) Contents.--The report described in subsection (a)(1)(B) shall include, at a minimum-- (i) the anticipated outcomes and improvements that will result from the proposed relocation, quantified in monetary or other appropriate measures to the extent practicable; (ii) an explanation of how the proposed relocation will result in the anticipated outcomes and improvements; (iii) the metrics for measuring whether the proposed relocation results in the anticipated outcomes and improvements; (iv) a detailed employee engagement plan; (v) a list of stakeholders; (vi) a timeline of past and future engagements with stakeholders regarding the proposed relocation; (vii) an assessment of how the proposed relocation may affect stakeholders-- (I) served by the positions affected by the relocation; and (II) in the destination agency or region; (viii) a comprehensive strategy for accomplishing the proposed relocation that includes-- (I) staffing, resourcing, and financial needs; (II) an implementation timeline identifying milestones and the persons accountable for meeting such milestones; (III) a risk assessment; and (IV) a risk mitigation plan; (ix) an analysis of the effect the proposed relocation may have on the ability of the Federal agency to carry out its mission during the relocation and thereafter; and (x) an assessment of the short- and long- term effects of the relocation on the mission of the Federal agency. (B) Publication.--A Federal agency shall make publicly available the report described in subsection (a)(1)(B) in a form that excludes any proprietary information or trade secrets of any person and other confidential information. (c) Inspector General Report to Congress.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date on which a Federal agency submits a report under subsection (a)(1)(B), the Office of Inspector General for that agency shall submit to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate, the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate, the Committee on Oversight and Reform of the House of Representatives, and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report on the findings of the review conducted under subsection (a)(2), including-- (A) detailed descriptions of the data used in the benefit-cost analysis described in subsection (a)(1), including the types of data and the time periods covered by the data; (B) the conclusions of the benefit-cost analysis and the analysis underlying such conclusions; and (C) a comprehensive assessment of-- (i) the extent to which the Federal agency adhered to the guidance in the Office of Management and Budget Circular A-4, as in effect on September 17, 2003, in conducting the benefit-cost analysis, including a determination whether such adherence is sufficient to justify the use of Federal funds for the relocation involved; and (ii) if the relocation involves moving positions from inside the National Capital Region to outside the National Capital Region, the extent to which real estate options in the National Capital Region were compared to those in the destination as part of that analysis. (2) Exclusions.-- (A) In general.--The Office of Inspector General for a Federal agency shall exclude from any report described in this subsection any proprietary information or trade secrets of any person and other confidential information. (B) Explanation and description required.--For each exclusion under subparagraph (A), the Office of Inspector General shall include an explanation of the reason for the exclusion and a description of the information excluded in an appropriate location in the relevant report. (d) Other Requirements Not Abrogated.--Nothing in this Act shall be construed to abrogate, reduce, or eliminate any requirements imposed by law pertaining to any relocation of a Federal agency or component of a Federal agency. (e) Definitions.--In this Act: (1) Administrative redelegation of function.--The term ``administrative redelegation of function'' means a Federal agency establishing new positions within the agency that replace existing positions within the agency and perform the functions of the positions replaced. (2) Covered relocation.--The term ``covered relocation'' means-- (A) an administrative redelegation of function which, by itself or in conjunction with other related redelegations, involves replacing the existing positions of more than the lesser of 5 percent or 100 of the employees of the relevant Federal agency with new positions located outside the commuting area of such employees; (B) moving a Federal agency or any component of a Federal agency if such move, by itself or in conjunction with other related moves, involves moving the positions of more than the lesser of 5 percent or 100 of the employees of the Federal agency outside the commuting area of such employees or under the jurisdiction of another Federal agency; or (C) a combination of related redelegations and moves which together involve the positions of more than the lesser of 5 percent or 100 of the employees of the relevant Federal agency being moved to or replaced with new positions located outside the commuting area of such employees or moved under the jurisdiction of another Federal agency. (3) Employee.--The term ``employee'' means an employee or officer of a Federal agency. (5) National capital region.--The term ``National Capital Region'' has the meaning given such term in section 8702 of title 40, United States Code.

To require Federal agencies to conduct a benefit-cost analysis on relocations involving the movement of employment positions to different areas, and for other purposes. b) Benefit-Cost Analysis.-- (1) In general.--The benefit-cost analysis described in subsection (a)(1) shall be conducted in a manner consistent with the economic and social science principles articulated in the guidance applicable to relocations in the Office of Management and Budget Circular A-4, as in effect on September 17, 2003. (B) Publication.--A Federal agency shall make publicly available the report described in subsection (a)(1)(B) in a form that excludes any proprietary information or trade secrets of any person and other confidential information. (2) Exclusions.-- (A) In general.--The Office of Inspector General for a Federal agency shall exclude from any report described in this subsection any proprietary information or trade secrets of any person and other confidential information. ( B) Explanation and description required.--For each exclusion under subparagraph (A), the Office of Inspector General shall include an explanation of the reason for the exclusion and a description of the information excluded in an appropriate location in the relevant report. ( 3) Employee.--The term ``employee'' means an employee or officer of a Federal agency. ( 4) Federal agency.--The term ``Federal agency'' has the meaning given the term ``agency'' in section 902 of title 5, United States Code. (

To require Federal agencies to conduct a benefit-cost analysis on relocations involving the movement of employment positions to different areas, and for other purposes. b) Benefit-Cost Analysis.-- (1) In general.--The benefit-cost analysis described in subsection (a)(1) shall be conducted in a manner consistent with the economic and social science principles articulated in the guidance applicable to relocations in the Office of Management and Budget Circular A-4, as in effect on September 17, 2003. B) Publication.--A Federal agency shall make publicly available the report described in subsection (a)(1)(B) in a form that excludes any proprietary information or trade secrets of any person and other confidential information. 2) Exclusions.-- (A) In general.--The Office of Inspector General for a Federal agency shall exclude from any report described in this subsection any proprietary information or trade secrets of any person and other confidential information. ( B) Explanation and description required.--For each exclusion under subparagraph (A), the Office of Inspector General shall include an explanation of the reason for the exclusion and a description of the information excluded in an appropriate location in the relevant report. ( (e) Definitions.--In this Act: (1) Administrative redelegation of function.--The term ``administrative redelegation of function'' means a Federal agency establishing new positions within the agency that replace existing positions within the agency and perform the functions of the positions replaced. ( 4) Federal agency.--The term ``Federal agency'' has the meaning given the term ``agency'' in section 902 of title 5, United States Code. (

To require Federal agencies to conduct a benefit-cost analysis on relocations involving the movement of employment positions to different areas, and for other purposes. b) Benefit-Cost Analysis.-- (1) In general.--The benefit-cost analysis described in subsection (a)(1) shall be conducted in a manner consistent with the economic and social science principles articulated in the guidance applicable to relocations in the Office of Management and Budget Circular A-4, as in effect on September 17, 2003. B) Publication.--A Federal agency shall make publicly available the report described in subsection (a)(1)(B) in a form that excludes any proprietary information or trade secrets of any person and other confidential information. 2) Exclusions.-- (A) In general.--The Office of Inspector General for a Federal agency shall exclude from any report described in this subsection any proprietary information or trade secrets of any person and other confidential information. ( B) Explanation and description required.--For each exclusion under subparagraph (A), the Office of Inspector General shall include an explanation of the reason for the exclusion and a description of the information excluded in an appropriate location in the relevant report. ( (e) Definitions.--In this Act: (1) Administrative redelegation of function.--The term ``administrative redelegation of function'' means a Federal agency establishing new positions within the agency that replace existing positions within the agency and perform the functions of the positions replaced. ( 4) Federal agency.--The term ``Federal agency'' has the meaning given the term ``agency'' in section 902 of title 5, United States Code. (

To require Federal agencies to conduct a benefit-cost analysis on relocations involving the movement of employment positions to different areas, and for other purposes. b) Benefit-Cost Analysis.-- (1) In general.--The benefit-cost analysis described in subsection (a)(1) shall be conducted in a manner consistent with the economic and social science principles articulated in the guidance applicable to relocations in the Office of Management and Budget Circular A-4, as in effect on September 17, 2003. (B) Publication.--A Federal agency shall make publicly available the report described in subsection (a)(1)(B) in a form that excludes any proprietary information or trade secrets of any person and other confidential information. (2) Exclusions.-- (A) In general.--The Office of Inspector General for a Federal agency shall exclude from any report described in this subsection any proprietary information or trade secrets of any person and other confidential information. ( B) Explanation and description required.--For each exclusion under subparagraph (A), the Office of Inspector General shall include an explanation of the reason for the exclusion and a description of the information excluded in an appropriate location in the relevant report. ( 3) Employee.--The term ``employee'' means an employee or officer of a Federal agency. ( 4) Federal agency.--The term ``Federal agency'' has the meaning given the term ``agency'' in section 902 of title 5, United States Code. (

To require Federal agencies to conduct a benefit-cost analysis on relocations involving the movement of employment positions to different areas, and for other purposes. b) Benefit-Cost Analysis.-- (1) In general.--The benefit-cost analysis described in subsection (a)(1) shall be conducted in a manner consistent with the economic and social science principles articulated in the guidance applicable to relocations in the Office of Management and Budget Circular A-4, as in effect on September 17, 2003. B) Publication.--A Federal agency shall make publicly available the report described in subsection (a)(1)(B) in a form that excludes any proprietary information or trade secrets of any person and other confidential information. 2) Exclusions.-- (A) In general.--The Office of Inspector General for a Federal agency shall exclude from any report described in this subsection any proprietary information or trade secrets of any person and other confidential information. ( B) Explanation and description required.--For each exclusion under subparagraph (A), the Office of Inspector General shall include an explanation of the reason for the exclusion and a description of the information excluded in an appropriate location in the relevant report. ( (e) Definitions.--In this Act: (1) Administrative redelegation of function.--The term ``administrative redelegation of function'' means a Federal agency establishing new positions within the agency that replace existing positions within the agency and perform the functions of the positions replaced. ( 4) Federal agency.--The term ``Federal agency'' has the meaning given the term ``agency'' in section 902 of title 5, United States Code. (

To require Federal agencies to conduct a benefit-cost analysis on relocations involving the movement of employment positions to different areas, and for other purposes. b) Benefit-Cost Analysis.-- (1) In general.--The benefit-cost analysis described in subsection (a)(1) shall be conducted in a manner consistent with the economic and social science principles articulated in the guidance applicable to relocations in the Office of Management and Budget Circular A-4, as in effect on September 17, 2003. (B) Publication.--A Federal agency shall make publicly available the report described in subsection (a)(1)(B) in a form that excludes any proprietary information or trade secrets of any person and other confidential information. (2) Exclusions.-- (A) In general.--The Office of Inspector General for a Federal agency shall exclude from any report described in this subsection any proprietary information or trade secrets of any person and other confidential information. ( B) Explanation and description required.--For each exclusion under subparagraph (A), the Office of Inspector General shall include an explanation of the reason for the exclusion and a description of the information excluded in an appropriate location in the relevant report. ( 3) Employee.--The term ``employee'' means an employee or officer of a Federal agency. ( 4) Federal agency.--The term ``Federal agency'' has the meaning given the term ``agency'' in section 902 of title 5, United States Code. (

To require Federal agencies to conduct a benefit-cost analysis on relocations involving the movement of employment positions to different areas, and for other purposes. b) Benefit-Cost Analysis.-- (1) In general.--The benefit-cost analysis described in subsection (a)(1) shall be conducted in a manner consistent with the economic and social science principles articulated in the guidance applicable to relocations in the Office of Management and Budget Circular A-4, as in effect on September 17, 2003. B) Publication.--A Federal agency shall make publicly available the report described in subsection (a)(1)(B) in a form that excludes any proprietary information or trade secrets of any person and other confidential information. 2) Exclusions.-- (A) In general.--The Office of Inspector General for a Federal agency shall exclude from any report described in this subsection any proprietary information or trade secrets of any person and other confidential information. ( B) Explanation and description required.--For each exclusion under subparagraph (A), the Office of Inspector General shall include an explanation of the reason for the exclusion and a description of the information excluded in an appropriate location in the relevant report. ( (e) Definitions.--In this Act: (1) Administrative redelegation of function.--The term ``administrative redelegation of function'' means a Federal agency establishing new positions within the agency that replace existing positions within the agency and perform the functions of the positions replaced. ( 4) Federal agency.--The term ``Federal agency'' has the meaning given the term ``agency'' in section 902 of title 5, United States Code. (

To require Federal agencies to conduct a benefit-cost analysis on relocations involving the movement of employment positions to different areas, and for other purposes. b) Benefit-Cost Analysis.-- (1) In general.--The benefit-cost analysis described in subsection (a)(1) shall be conducted in a manner consistent with the economic and social science principles articulated in the guidance applicable to relocations in the Office of Management and Budget Circular A-4, as in effect on September 17, 2003. (B) Publication.--A Federal agency shall make publicly available the report described in subsection (a)(1)(B) in a form that excludes any proprietary information or trade secrets of any person and other confidential information. (2) Exclusions.-- (A) In general.--The Office of Inspector General for a Federal agency shall exclude from any report described in this subsection any proprietary information or trade secrets of any person and other confidential information. ( B) Explanation and description required.--For each exclusion under subparagraph (A), the Office of Inspector General shall include an explanation of the reason for the exclusion and a description of the information excluded in an appropriate location in the relevant report. ( 3) Employee.--The term ``employee'' means an employee or officer of a Federal agency. ( 4) Federal agency.--The term ``Federal agency'' has the meaning given the term ``agency'' in section 902 of title 5, United States Code. (

To require Federal agencies to conduct a benefit-cost analysis on relocations involving the movement of employment positions to different areas, and for other purposes. b) Benefit-Cost Analysis.-- (1) In general.--The benefit-cost analysis described in subsection (a)(1) shall be conducted in a manner consistent with the economic and social science principles articulated in the guidance applicable to relocations in the Office of Management and Budget Circular A-4, as in effect on September 17, 2003. B) Publication.--A Federal agency shall make publicly available the report described in subsection (a)(1)(B) in a form that excludes any proprietary information or trade secrets of any person and other confidential information. 2) Exclusions.-- (A) In general.--The Office of Inspector General for a Federal agency shall exclude from any report described in this subsection any proprietary information or trade secrets of any person and other confidential information. ( B) Explanation and description required.--For each exclusion under subparagraph (A), the Office of Inspector General shall include an explanation of the reason for the exclusion and a description of the information excluded in an appropriate location in the relevant report. ( (e) Definitions.--In this Act: (1) Administrative redelegation of function.--The term ``administrative redelegation of function'' means a Federal agency establishing new positions within the agency that replace existing positions within the agency and perform the functions of the positions replaced. ( 4) Federal agency.--The term ``Federal agency'' has the meaning given the term ``agency'' in section 902 of title 5, United States Code. (

To require Federal agencies to conduct a benefit-cost analysis on relocations involving the movement of employment positions to different areas, and for other purposes. b) Benefit-Cost Analysis.-- (1) In general.--The benefit-cost analysis described in subsection (a)(1) shall be conducted in a manner consistent with the economic and social science principles articulated in the guidance applicable to relocations in the Office of Management and Budget Circular A-4, as in effect on September 17, 2003. (B) Publication.--A Federal agency shall make publicly available the report described in subsection (a)(1)(B) in a form that excludes any proprietary information or trade secrets of any person and other confidential information. (2) Exclusions.-- (A) In general.--The Office of Inspector General for a Federal agency shall exclude from any report described in this subsection any proprietary information or trade secrets of any person and other confidential information. ( B) Explanation and description required.--For each exclusion under subparagraph (A), the Office of Inspector General shall include an explanation of the reason for the exclusion and a description of the information excluded in an appropriate location in the relevant report. ( 3) Employee.--The term ``employee'' means an employee or officer of a Federal agency. ( 4) Federal agency.--The term ``Federal agency'' has the meaning given the term ``agency'' in section 902 of title 5, United States Code. (

H.R.1526

Government Operations and Politics

American Flag Production Act of 2021 This bill subjects a person to a fine if the person purchases a U.S. flag that is not 100% domestically made. Federal agencies are prohibited from purchasing such a flag.

To require flags of the United States of America to be domestically made, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``American Flag Production Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. REQUIREMENT FOR FEDERAL AGENCIES TO BUY DOMESTICALLY MADE UNITED STATES FLAGS. (a) Requirement for Federal Agencies To Buy Domestically Made United States Flags.-- (1) In general.--Chapter 63 of title 41, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``SEC. 6310. REQUIREMENT FOR FEDERAL AGENCIES TO BUY DOMESTICALLY MADE UNITED STATES FLAGS. ``(a) Requirement.--Funds appropriated or otherwise available to a Federal agency may not be used for the procurement of any flag of the United States, unless such flag has been 100 percent manufactured in the United States from articles, materials, or supplies that have been 100 percent produced or manufactured in the United States. ``(b) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Federal agency.--The term `Federal agency' means each instrumentality of the Federal Government. ``(2) United states.--The term `United States' includes each of the several States, the District of Columbia, Tribal lands, or the territories or possessions of the United States.''. (2) Clerical amendment.--The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by adding at the end the following new item: ``6310. Requirement for Federal agencies to buy domestically made United States flags.''. (b) Applicability.--Section 6310 of title 41, United States Code, as added by subsection (a)(1), shall apply with respect to any procurement made or contract for on or after the date that is 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act. SEC. 3. REQUIREMENT FOR PERSONS TO BUY DOMESTICALLY MADE UNITED STATES FLAGS. (a) Requirement for Persons To Buy Domestically Made United States Flags.-- (1) In general.--Chapter 33 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``SEC. 717. REQUIREMENT FOR PERSONS TO BUY DOMESTICALLY MADE UNITED STATES FLAGS. ``Whoever purchases a flag of the United States that has not been 100 percent manufactured in the United States from articles, materials, or supplies that have been 100 percent produced or manufactured in the United States, shall be fined under this title $1,000 dollars.''. (2) Clerical amendment.--The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by adding at the end the following new item: ``717. Requirement for persons to buy domestically made United States flags.''. (b) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall take effect 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act. <all>

American Flag Production Act of 2021

To require flags of the United States of America to be domestically made, and for other purposes.

American Flag Production Act of 2021

Rep. Van Drew, Jefferson

R

NJ

This bill subjects a person to a fine if the person purchases a U.S. flag that is not 100% domestically made. Federal agencies are prohibited from purchasing such a flag.

To require flags of the United States of America to be domestically made, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``American Flag Production Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. REQUIREMENT FOR FEDERAL AGENCIES TO BUY DOMESTICALLY MADE UNITED STATES FLAGS. (a) Requirement for Federal Agencies To Buy Domestically Made United States Flags.-- (1) In general.--Chapter 63 of title 41, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``SEC. 6310. REQUIREMENT FOR FEDERAL AGENCIES TO BUY DOMESTICALLY MADE UNITED STATES FLAGS. ``(a) Requirement.--Funds appropriated or otherwise available to a Federal agency may not be used for the procurement of any flag of the United States, unless such flag has been 100 percent manufactured in the United States from articles, materials, or supplies that have been 100 percent produced or manufactured in the United States. ``(b) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Federal agency.--The term `Federal agency' means each instrumentality of the Federal Government. ``(2) United states.--The term `United States' includes each of the several States, the District of Columbia, Tribal lands, or the territories or possessions of the United States.''. (2) Clerical amendment.--The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by adding at the end the following new item: ``6310. Requirement for Federal agencies to buy domestically made United States flags.''. (b) Applicability.--Section 6310 of title 41, United States Code, as added by subsection (a)(1), shall apply with respect to any procurement made or contract for on or after the date that is 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act. SEC. 3. REQUIREMENT FOR PERSONS TO BUY DOMESTICALLY MADE UNITED STATES FLAGS. (a) Requirement for Persons To Buy Domestically Made United States Flags.-- (1) In general.--Chapter 33 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``SEC. 717. REQUIREMENT FOR PERSONS TO BUY DOMESTICALLY MADE UNITED STATES FLAGS. ``Whoever purchases a flag of the United States that has not been 100 percent manufactured in the United States from articles, materials, or supplies that have been 100 percent produced or manufactured in the United States, shall be fined under this title $1,000 dollars.''. (2) Clerical amendment.--The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by adding at the end the following new item: ``717. Requirement for persons to buy domestically made United States flags.''. (b) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall take effect 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act. <all>

To require flags of the United States of America to be domestically made, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``American Flag Production Act of 2021''. 2. (a) Requirement for Federal Agencies To Buy Domestically Made United States Flags.-- (1) In general.--Chapter 63 of title 41, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``SEC. 6310. ``(a) Requirement.--Funds appropriated or otherwise available to a Federal agency may not be used for the procurement of any flag of the United States, unless such flag has been 100 percent manufactured in the United States from articles, materials, or supplies that have been 100 percent produced or manufactured in the United States. ``(b) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Federal agency.--The term `Federal agency' means each instrumentality of the Federal Government. ``(2) United states.--The term `United States' includes each of the several States, the District of Columbia, Tribal lands, or the territories or possessions of the United States.''. (b) Applicability.--Section 6310 of title 41, United States Code, as added by subsection (a)(1), shall apply with respect to any procurement made or contract for on or after the date that is 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act. SEC. 3. (a) Requirement for Persons To Buy Domestically Made United States Flags.-- (1) In general.--Chapter 33 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``SEC. ``Whoever purchases a flag of the United States that has not been 100 percent manufactured in the United States from articles, materials, or supplies that have been 100 percent produced or manufactured in the United States, shall be fined under this title $1,000 dollars.''. (2) Clerical amendment.--The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by adding at the end the following new item: ``717. Requirement for persons to buy domestically made United States flags.''. (b) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall take effect 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act.

To require flags of the United States of America to be domestically made, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``American Flag Production Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. REQUIREMENT FOR FEDERAL AGENCIES TO BUY DOMESTICALLY MADE UNITED STATES FLAGS. (a) Requirement for Federal Agencies To Buy Domestically Made United States Flags.-- (1) In general.--Chapter 63 of title 41, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``SEC. 6310. REQUIREMENT FOR FEDERAL AGENCIES TO BUY DOMESTICALLY MADE UNITED STATES FLAGS. ``(a) Requirement.--Funds appropriated or otherwise available to a Federal agency may not be used for the procurement of any flag of the United States, unless such flag has been 100 percent manufactured in the United States from articles, materials, or supplies that have been 100 percent produced or manufactured in the United States. ``(b) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Federal agency.--The term `Federal agency' means each instrumentality of the Federal Government. ``(2) United states.--The term `United States' includes each of the several States, the District of Columbia, Tribal lands, or the territories or possessions of the United States.''. (2) Clerical amendment.--The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by adding at the end the following new item: ``6310. Requirement for Federal agencies to buy domestically made United States flags.''. (b) Applicability.--Section 6310 of title 41, United States Code, as added by subsection (a)(1), shall apply with respect to any procurement made or contract for on or after the date that is 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act. SEC. 3. REQUIREMENT FOR PERSONS TO BUY DOMESTICALLY MADE UNITED STATES FLAGS. (a) Requirement for Persons To Buy Domestically Made United States Flags.-- (1) In general.--Chapter 33 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``SEC. 717. REQUIREMENT FOR PERSONS TO BUY DOMESTICALLY MADE UNITED STATES FLAGS. ``Whoever purchases a flag of the United States that has not been 100 percent manufactured in the United States from articles, materials, or supplies that have been 100 percent produced or manufactured in the United States, shall be fined under this title $1,000 dollars.''. (2) Clerical amendment.--The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by adding at the end the following new item: ``717. Requirement for persons to buy domestically made United States flags.''. (b) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall take effect 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act. <all>

To require flags of the United States of America to be domestically made, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``American Flag Production Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. REQUIREMENT FOR FEDERAL AGENCIES TO BUY DOMESTICALLY MADE UNITED STATES FLAGS. (a) Requirement for Federal Agencies To Buy Domestically Made United States Flags.-- (1) In general.--Chapter 63 of title 41, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``SEC. 6310. REQUIREMENT FOR FEDERAL AGENCIES TO BUY DOMESTICALLY MADE UNITED STATES FLAGS. ``(a) Requirement.--Funds appropriated or otherwise available to a Federal agency may not be used for the procurement of any flag of the United States, unless such flag has been 100 percent manufactured in the United States from articles, materials, or supplies that have been 100 percent produced or manufactured in the United States. ``(b) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Federal agency.--The term `Federal agency' means each instrumentality of the Federal Government. ``(2) United states.--The term `United States' includes each of the several States, the District of Columbia, Tribal lands, or the territories or possessions of the United States.''. (2) Clerical amendment.--The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by adding at the end the following new item: ``6310. Requirement for Federal agencies to buy domestically made United States flags.''. (b) Applicability.--Section 6310 of title 41, United States Code, as added by subsection (a)(1), shall apply with respect to any procurement made or contract for on or after the date that is 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act. SEC. 3. REQUIREMENT FOR PERSONS TO BUY DOMESTICALLY MADE UNITED STATES FLAGS. (a) Requirement for Persons To Buy Domestically Made United States Flags.-- (1) In general.--Chapter 33 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``SEC. 717. REQUIREMENT FOR PERSONS TO BUY DOMESTICALLY MADE UNITED STATES FLAGS. ``Whoever purchases a flag of the United States that has not been 100 percent manufactured in the United States from articles, materials, or supplies that have been 100 percent produced or manufactured in the United States, shall be fined under this title $1,000 dollars.''. (2) Clerical amendment.--The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by adding at the end the following new item: ``717. Requirement for persons to buy domestically made United States flags.''. (b) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall take effect 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act. <all>

To require flags of the United States of America to be domestically made, and for other purposes. ``(b) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Federal agency.--The term `Federal agency' means each instrumentality of the Federal Government. ``(2) United states.--The term `United States' includes each of the several States, the District of Columbia, Tribal lands, or the territories or possessions of the United States.''. ( (b) Applicability.--Section 6310 of title 41, United States Code, as added by subsection (a)(1), shall apply with respect to any procurement made or contract for on or after the date that is 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act. ``Whoever purchases a flag of the United States that has not been 100 percent manufactured in the United States from articles, materials, or supplies that have been 100 percent produced or manufactured in the United States, shall be fined under this title $1,000 dollars.''. (

To require flags of the United States of America to be domestically made, and for other purposes. b) Applicability.--Section 6310 of title 41, United States Code, as added by subsection (a)(1), shall apply with respect to any procurement made or contract for on or after the date that is 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act. REQUIREMENT FOR PERSONS TO BUY DOMESTICALLY MADE UNITED STATES FLAGS. ( ``Whoever purchases a flag of the United States that has not been 100 percent manufactured in the United States from articles, materials, or supplies that have been 100 percent produced or manufactured in the United States, shall be fined under this title $1,000 dollars.''. ( b) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall take effect 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act.

To require flags of the United States of America to be domestically made, and for other purposes. b) Applicability.--Section 6310 of title 41, United States Code, as added by subsection (a)(1), shall apply with respect to any procurement made or contract for on or after the date that is 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act. REQUIREMENT FOR PERSONS TO BUY DOMESTICALLY MADE UNITED STATES FLAGS. ( ``Whoever purchases a flag of the United States that has not been 100 percent manufactured in the United States from articles, materials, or supplies that have been 100 percent produced or manufactured in the United States, shall be fined under this title $1,000 dollars.''. ( b) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall take effect 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act.

To require flags of the United States of America to be domestically made, and for other purposes. ``(b) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Federal agency.--The term `Federal agency' means each instrumentality of the Federal Government. ``(2) United states.--The term `United States' includes each of the several States, the District of Columbia, Tribal lands, or the territories or possessions of the United States.''. ( (b) Applicability.--Section 6310 of title 41, United States Code, as added by subsection (a)(1), shall apply with respect to any procurement made or contract for on or after the date that is 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act. ``Whoever purchases a flag of the United States that has not been 100 percent manufactured in the United States from articles, materials, or supplies that have been 100 percent produced or manufactured in the United States, shall be fined under this title $1,000 dollars.''. (

To require flags of the United States of America to be domestically made, and for other purposes. b) Applicability.--Section 6310 of title 41, United States Code, as added by subsection (a)(1), shall apply with respect to any procurement made or contract for on or after the date that is 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act. REQUIREMENT FOR PERSONS TO BUY DOMESTICALLY MADE UNITED STATES FLAGS. ( ``Whoever purchases a flag of the United States that has not been 100 percent manufactured in the United States from articles, materials, or supplies that have been 100 percent produced or manufactured in the United States, shall be fined under this title $1,000 dollars.''. ( b) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall take effect 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act.

To require flags of the United States of America to be domestically made, and for other purposes. ``(b) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Federal agency.--The term `Federal agency' means each instrumentality of the Federal Government. ``(2) United states.--The term `United States' includes each of the several States, the District of Columbia, Tribal lands, or the territories or possessions of the United States.''. ( (b) Applicability.--Section 6310 of title 41, United States Code, as added by subsection (a)(1), shall apply with respect to any procurement made or contract for on or after the date that is 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act. ``Whoever purchases a flag of the United States that has not been 100 percent manufactured in the United States from articles, materials, or supplies that have been 100 percent produced or manufactured in the United States, shall be fined under this title $1,000 dollars.''. (

To require flags of the United States of America to be domestically made, and for other purposes. b) Applicability.--Section 6310 of title 41, United States Code, as added by subsection (a)(1), shall apply with respect to any procurement made or contract for on or after the date that is 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act. REQUIREMENT FOR PERSONS TO BUY DOMESTICALLY MADE UNITED STATES FLAGS. ( ``Whoever purchases a flag of the United States that has not been 100 percent manufactured in the United States from articles, materials, or supplies that have been 100 percent produced or manufactured in the United States, shall be fined under this title $1,000 dollars.''. ( b) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall take effect 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act.

To require flags of the United States of America to be domestically made, and for other purposes. ``(b) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Federal agency.--The term `Federal agency' means each instrumentality of the Federal Government. ``(2) United states.--The term `United States' includes each of the several States, the District of Columbia, Tribal lands, or the territories or possessions of the United States.''. ( (b) Applicability.--Section 6310 of title 41, United States Code, as added by subsection (a)(1), shall apply with respect to any procurement made or contract for on or after the date that is 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act. ``Whoever purchases a flag of the United States that has not been 100 percent manufactured in the United States from articles, materials, or supplies that have been 100 percent produced or manufactured in the United States, shall be fined under this title $1,000 dollars.''. (

To require flags of the United States of America to be domestically made, and for other purposes. b) Applicability.--Section 6310 of title 41, United States Code, as added by subsection (a)(1), shall apply with respect to any procurement made or contract for on or after the date that is 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act. REQUIREMENT FOR PERSONS TO BUY DOMESTICALLY MADE UNITED STATES FLAGS. ( ``Whoever purchases a flag of the United States that has not been 100 percent manufactured in the United States from articles, materials, or supplies that have been 100 percent produced or manufactured in the United States, shall be fined under this title $1,000 dollars.''. ( b) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall take effect 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act.

To require flags of the United States of America to be domestically made, and for other purposes. ``(b) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Federal agency.--The term `Federal agency' means each instrumentality of the Federal Government. ``(2) United states.--The term `United States' includes each of the several States, the District of Columbia, Tribal lands, or the territories or possessions of the United States.''. ( (b) Applicability.--Section 6310 of title 41, United States Code, as added by subsection (a)(1), shall apply with respect to any procurement made or contract for on or after the date that is 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act. ``Whoever purchases a flag of the United States that has not been 100 percent manufactured in the United States from articles, materials, or supplies that have been 100 percent produced or manufactured in the United States, shall be fined under this title $1,000 dollars.''. (

S.3905

Government Operations and Politics

Preventing Organizational Conflicts of Interest in Federal Acquisition Act This act addresses conflicts of interest in federal acquisitions. Specifically, the act directs the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council to revise the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to provide and update Further, the council must revise the FAR to

[117th Congress Public Law 324] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. 4439]] Public Law 117-324 117th Congress An Act To prevent organizational conflicts of interest in Federal acquisition, and for other purposes. <<NOTE: Dec. 27, 2022 - [S. 3905]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Preventing Organizational Conflicts of Interest in Federal Acquisition Act. 41 USC 2303 note.>> 41 USC 2303 note. SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Preventing Organizational Conflicts of Interest in Federal Acquisition Act''. SEC. 2. PREVENTING ORGANIZATIONAL CONFLICTS OF INTEREST IN FEDERAL ACQUISITION. (a) In General. <<NOTE: Deadline.>> --Not later than 18 months after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council shall revise the Federal Acquisition Regulation-- (1) <<NOTE: Updates.>> to provide and update-- (A) definitions related to specific types of organizational conflicts of interest, including unequal access to information, impaired objectivity, and biased ground rules; (B) definitions, guidance, and illustrative examples related to relationships of contractors with public, private, domestic, and foreign entities that may cause contract support to be subject to potential organizational conflicts of interest, including undue influence; and (C) illustrative examples of situations related to the potential organizational conflicts of interest identified under this paragraph, including an example of the awarding by a Federal regulatory agency of a contract for consulting services to a contractor if employees of the contractor performing work under such contract are permitted by the contractor to simultaneously perform work under a contract for a private sector client under the regulatory purview of such agency; (2) to provide executive agencies with solicitation provisions and contract clauses to avoid or mitigate organizational conflicts of interest, for agency use as needed, that require contractors to disclose information relevant to potential organizational conflicts of interest and limit future contracting with respect to potential conflicts of interest with the work to be performed under awarded contracts; (3) to allow executive agencies to tailor such solicitation provisions and contract clauses as necessary to address risks associated with conflicts of interest and other considerations that may be unique to the executive agency; (4) <<NOTE: Requirements. Procedures.>> to require executive agencies-- [[Page 136 STAT. 4440]] (A) to establish or update as needed agency conflict of interest procedures to implement the revisions to the Federal Acquisition Regulation made under this section; and (B) to periodically assess and update such procedures as needed to address agency-specific conflict of interest issues; and (5) <<NOTE: Update. Procedures.>> to update the procedures set forth in section 9.506 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation to permit contracting officers to take into consideration professional standards and procedures to prevent organizational conflicts of interest to which an offeror or contractor is subject. (b) Executive Agency Defined.--In this section, the term ``executive agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 133 of title 41, United States Code. Approved December 27, 2022. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--S. 3905: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 168 (2022): Aug. 1, considered and passed Senate. Dec. 14, considered and passed House. <all>

Preventing Organizational Conflicts of Interest in Federal Acquisition Act

A bill to prevent organizational conflicts of interest in Federal acquisition, and for other purposes.

Preventing Organizational Conflicts of Interest in Federal Acquisition Act Preventing Organizational Conflicts of Interest in Federal Acquisition Act Preventing Organizational Conflicts of Interest in Federal Acquisition Act

Sen. Peters, Gary C.

D

MI

This act addresses conflicts of interest in federal acquisitions. Specifically, the act directs the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council to revise the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to provide and update Further, the council must revise the FAR to

[117th Congress Public Law 324] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. 4439]] Public Law 117-324 117th Congress An Act To prevent organizational conflicts of interest in Federal acquisition, and for other purposes. 41 USC 2303 note.>> 41 USC 2303 note. SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. SEC. 2. PREVENTING ORGANIZATIONAL CONFLICTS OF INTEREST IN FEDERAL ACQUISITION. (a) In General. <<NOTE: Deadline.>> --Not later than 18 months after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council shall revise the Federal Acquisition Regulation-- (1) <<NOTE: Updates.>> to provide and update-- (A) definitions related to specific types of organizational conflicts of interest, including unequal access to information, impaired objectivity, and biased ground rules; (B) definitions, guidance, and illustrative examples related to relationships of contractors with public, private, domestic, and foreign entities that may cause contract support to be subject to potential organizational conflicts of interest, including undue influence; and (C) illustrative examples of situations related to the potential organizational conflicts of interest identified under this paragraph, including an example of the awarding by a Federal regulatory agency of a contract for consulting services to a contractor if employees of the contractor performing work under such contract are permitted by the contractor to simultaneously perform work under a contract for a private sector client under the regulatory purview of such agency; (2) to provide executive agencies with solicitation provisions and contract clauses to avoid or mitigate organizational conflicts of interest, for agency use as needed, that require contractors to disclose information relevant to potential organizational conflicts of interest and limit future contracting with respect to potential conflicts of interest with the work to be performed under awarded contracts; (3) to allow executive agencies to tailor such solicitation provisions and contract clauses as necessary to address risks associated with conflicts of interest and other considerations that may be unique to the executive agency; (4) <<NOTE: Requirements. Procedures.>> to require executive agencies-- [[Page 136 STAT. 4440]] (A) to establish or update as needed agency conflict of interest procedures to implement the revisions to the Federal Acquisition Regulation made under this section; and (B) to periodically assess and update such procedures as needed to address agency-specific conflict of interest issues; and (5) <<NOTE: Update. Procedures.>> to update the procedures set forth in section 9.506 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation to permit contracting officers to take into consideration professional standards and procedures to prevent organizational conflicts of interest to which an offeror or contractor is subject. (b) Executive Agency Defined.--In this section, the term ``executive agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 133 of title 41, United States Code. Approved December 27, 2022. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--S. 3905: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 168 (2022): Aug. 1, considered and passed Senate. Dec. 14, considered and passed House.

[117th Congress Public Law 324] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. 41 USC 2303 note.>> 41 USC 2303 note. SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. SEC. 2. PREVENTING ORGANIZATIONAL CONFLICTS OF INTEREST IN FEDERAL ACQUISITION. (a) In General. <<NOTE: Deadline.>> --Not later than 18 months after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council shall revise the Federal Acquisition Regulation-- (1) <<NOTE: Updates.>> to provide and update-- (A) definitions related to specific types of organizational conflicts of interest, including unequal access to information, impaired objectivity, and biased ground rules; (B) definitions, guidance, and illustrative examples related to relationships of contractors with public, private, domestic, and foreign entities that may cause contract support to be subject to potential organizational conflicts of interest, including undue influence; and (C) illustrative examples of situations related to the potential organizational conflicts of interest identified under this paragraph, including an example of the awarding by a Federal regulatory agency of a contract for consulting services to a contractor if employees of the contractor performing work under such contract are permitted by the contractor to simultaneously perform work under a contract for a private sector client under the regulatory purview of such agency; (2) to provide executive agencies with solicitation provisions and contract clauses to avoid or mitigate organizational conflicts of interest, for agency use as needed, that require contractors to disclose information relevant to potential organizational conflicts of interest and limit future contracting with respect to potential conflicts of interest with the work to be performed under awarded contracts; (3) to allow executive agencies to tailor such solicitation provisions and contract clauses as necessary to address risks associated with conflicts of interest and other considerations that may be unique to the executive agency; (4) <<NOTE: Requirements. Procedures.>> to require executive agencies-- [[Page 136 STAT. (b) Executive Agency Defined.--In this section, the term ``executive agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 133 of title 41, United States Code. Approved December 27, 2022. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--S. 3905: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 168 (2022): Aug. 1, considered and passed Senate. Dec. 14, considered and passed House.

[117th Congress Public Law 324] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. 4439]] Public Law 117-324 117th Congress An Act To prevent organizational conflicts of interest in Federal acquisition, and for other purposes. <<NOTE: Dec. 27, 2022 - [S. 3905]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Preventing Organizational Conflicts of Interest in Federal Acquisition Act. 41 USC 2303 note.>> 41 USC 2303 note. SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Preventing Organizational Conflicts of Interest in Federal Acquisition Act''. SEC. 2. PREVENTING ORGANIZATIONAL CONFLICTS OF INTEREST IN FEDERAL ACQUISITION. (a) In General. <<NOTE: Deadline.>> --Not later than 18 months after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council shall revise the Federal Acquisition Regulation-- (1) <<NOTE: Updates.>> to provide and update-- (A) definitions related to specific types of organizational conflicts of interest, including unequal access to information, impaired objectivity, and biased ground rules; (B) definitions, guidance, and illustrative examples related to relationships of contractors with public, private, domestic, and foreign entities that may cause contract support to be subject to potential organizational conflicts of interest, including undue influence; and (C) illustrative examples of situations related to the potential organizational conflicts of interest identified under this paragraph, including an example of the awarding by a Federal regulatory agency of a contract for consulting services to a contractor if employees of the contractor performing work under such contract are permitted by the contractor to simultaneously perform work under a contract for a private sector client under the regulatory purview of such agency; (2) to provide executive agencies with solicitation provisions and contract clauses to avoid or mitigate organizational conflicts of interest, for agency use as needed, that require contractors to disclose information relevant to potential organizational conflicts of interest and limit future contracting with respect to potential conflicts of interest with the work to be performed under awarded contracts; (3) to allow executive agencies to tailor such solicitation provisions and contract clauses as necessary to address risks associated with conflicts of interest and other considerations that may be unique to the executive agency; (4) <<NOTE: Requirements. Procedures.>> to require executive agencies-- [[Page 136 STAT. 4440]] (A) to establish or update as needed agency conflict of interest procedures to implement the revisions to the Federal Acquisition Regulation made under this section; and (B) to periodically assess and update such procedures as needed to address agency-specific conflict of interest issues; and (5) <<NOTE: Update. Procedures.>> to update the procedures set forth in section 9.506 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation to permit contracting officers to take into consideration professional standards and procedures to prevent organizational conflicts of interest to which an offeror or contractor is subject. (b) Executive Agency Defined.--In this section, the term ``executive agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 133 of title 41, United States Code. Approved December 27, 2022. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--S. 3905: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 168 (2022): Aug. 1, considered and passed Senate. Dec. 14, considered and passed House. <all>

[117th Congress Public Law 324] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. 4439]] Public Law 117-324 117th Congress An Act To prevent organizational conflicts of interest in Federal acquisition, and for other purposes. <<NOTE: Dec. 27, 2022 - [S. 3905]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Preventing Organizational Conflicts of Interest in Federal Acquisition Act. 41 USC 2303 note.>> 41 USC 2303 note. SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Preventing Organizational Conflicts of Interest in Federal Acquisition Act''. SEC. 2. PREVENTING ORGANIZATIONAL CONFLICTS OF INTEREST IN FEDERAL ACQUISITION. (a) In General. <<NOTE: Deadline.>> --Not later than 18 months after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council shall revise the Federal Acquisition Regulation-- (1) <<NOTE: Updates.>> to provide and update-- (A) definitions related to specific types of organizational conflicts of interest, including unequal access to information, impaired objectivity, and biased ground rules; (B) definitions, guidance, and illustrative examples related to relationships of contractors with public, private, domestic, and foreign entities that may cause contract support to be subject to potential organizational conflicts of interest, including undue influence; and (C) illustrative examples of situations related to the potential organizational conflicts of interest identified under this paragraph, including an example of the awarding by a Federal regulatory agency of a contract for consulting services to a contractor if employees of the contractor performing work under such contract are permitted by the contractor to simultaneously perform work under a contract for a private sector client under the regulatory purview of such agency; (2) to provide executive agencies with solicitation provisions and contract clauses to avoid or mitigate organizational conflicts of interest, for agency use as needed, that require contractors to disclose information relevant to potential organizational conflicts of interest and limit future contracting with respect to potential conflicts of interest with the work to be performed under awarded contracts; (3) to allow executive agencies to tailor such solicitation provisions and contract clauses as necessary to address risks associated with conflicts of interest and other considerations that may be unique to the executive agency; (4) <<NOTE: Requirements. Procedures.>> to require executive agencies-- [[Page 136 STAT. 4440]] (A) to establish or update as needed agency conflict of interest procedures to implement the revisions to the Federal Acquisition Regulation made under this section; and (B) to periodically assess and update such procedures as needed to address agency-specific conflict of interest issues; and (5) <<NOTE: Update. Procedures.>> to update the procedures set forth in section 9.506 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation to permit contracting officers to take into consideration professional standards and procedures to prevent organizational conflicts of interest to which an offeror or contractor is subject. (b) Executive Agency Defined.--In this section, the term ``executive agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 133 of title 41, United States Code. Approved December 27, 2022. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--S. 3905: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 168 (2022): Aug. 1, considered and passed Senate. Dec. 14, considered and passed House. <all>

[117th Congress Public Law 324] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: Dec. 27, 2022 - [S. 3905]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Preventing Organizational Conflicts of Interest in Federal Acquisition Act. >> --Not later than 18 months after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council shall revise the Federal Acquisition Regulation-- (1) <<NOTE: Updates. >> to require executive agencies-- [[Page 136 STAT. 4440]] (A) to establish or update as needed agency conflict of interest procedures to implement the revisions to the Federal Acquisition Regulation made under this section; and (B) to periodically assess and update such procedures as needed to address agency-specific conflict of interest issues; and (5) <<NOTE: Update.

[117th Congress Public Law 324] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: Dec. 27, 2022 - [S. 3905]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Preventing Organizational Conflicts of Interest in Federal Acquisition Act. >> to require executive agencies-- [[Page 136 STAT. 4440]] (A) to establish or update as needed agency conflict of interest procedures to implement the revisions to the Federal Acquisition Regulation made under this section; and (B) to periodically assess and update such procedures as needed to address agency-specific conflict of interest issues; and (5) <<NOTE: Update.

[117th Congress Public Law 324] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: Dec. 27, 2022 - [S. 3905]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Preventing Organizational Conflicts of Interest in Federal Acquisition Act. >> to require executive agencies-- [[Page 136 STAT. 4440]] (A) to establish or update as needed agency conflict of interest procedures to implement the revisions to the Federal Acquisition Regulation made under this section; and (B) to periodically assess and update such procedures as needed to address agency-specific conflict of interest issues; and (5) <<NOTE: Update.

[117th Congress Public Law 324] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: Dec. 27, 2022 - [S. 3905]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Preventing Organizational Conflicts of Interest in Federal Acquisition Act. >> --Not later than 18 months after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council shall revise the Federal Acquisition Regulation-- (1) <<NOTE: Updates. >> to require executive agencies-- [[Page 136 STAT. 4440]] (A) to establish or update as needed agency conflict of interest procedures to implement the revisions to the Federal Acquisition Regulation made under this section; and (B) to periodically assess and update such procedures as needed to address agency-specific conflict of interest issues; and (5) <<NOTE: Update.

[117th Congress Public Law 324] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: Dec. 27, 2022 - [S. 3905]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Preventing Organizational Conflicts of Interest in Federal Acquisition Act. >> to require executive agencies-- [[Page 136 STAT. 4440]] (A) to establish or update as needed agency conflict of interest procedures to implement the revisions to the Federal Acquisition Regulation made under this section; and (B) to periodically assess and update such procedures as needed to address agency-specific conflict of interest issues; and (5) <<NOTE: Update.

[117th Congress Public Law 324] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: Dec. 27, 2022 - [S. 3905]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Preventing Organizational Conflicts of Interest in Federal Acquisition Act. >> --Not later than 18 months after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council shall revise the Federal Acquisition Regulation-- (1) <<NOTE: Updates. >> to require executive agencies-- [[Page 136 STAT. 4440]] (A) to establish or update as needed agency conflict of interest procedures to implement the revisions to the Federal Acquisition Regulation made under this section; and (B) to periodically assess and update such procedures as needed to address agency-specific conflict of interest issues; and (5) <<NOTE: Update.

[117th Congress Public Law 324] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: Dec. 27, 2022 - [S. 3905]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Preventing Organizational Conflicts of Interest in Federal Acquisition Act. >> to require executive agencies-- [[Page 136 STAT. 4440]] (A) to establish or update as needed agency conflict of interest procedures to implement the revisions to the Federal Acquisition Regulation made under this section; and (B) to periodically assess and update such procedures as needed to address agency-specific conflict of interest issues; and (5) <<NOTE: Update.

[117th Congress Public Law 324] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: Dec. 27, 2022 - [S. 3905]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Preventing Organizational Conflicts of Interest in Federal Acquisition Act. >> --Not later than 18 months after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council shall revise the Federal Acquisition Regulation-- (1) <<NOTE: Updates. >> to require executive agencies-- [[Page 136 STAT. 4440]] (A) to establish or update as needed agency conflict of interest procedures to implement the revisions to the Federal Acquisition Regulation made under this section; and (B) to periodically assess and update such procedures as needed to address agency-specific conflict of interest issues; and (5) <<NOTE: Update.

[117th Congress Public Law 324] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: Dec. 27, 2022 - [S. 3905]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Preventing Organizational Conflicts of Interest in Federal Acquisition Act. >> to require executive agencies-- [[Page 136 STAT. 4440]] (A) to establish or update as needed agency conflict of interest procedures to implement the revisions to the Federal Acquisition Regulation made under this section; and (B) to periodically assess and update such procedures as needed to address agency-specific conflict of interest issues; and (5) <<NOTE: Update.

[117th Congress Public Law 324] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: Dec. 27, 2022 - [S. 3905]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Preventing Organizational Conflicts of Interest in Federal Acquisition Act. >> --Not later than 18 months after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council shall revise the Federal Acquisition Regulation-- (1) <<NOTE: Updates. >> to require executive agencies-- [[Page 136 STAT. 4440]] (A) to establish or update as needed agency conflict of interest procedures to implement the revisions to the Federal Acquisition Regulation made under this section; and (B) to periodically assess and update such procedures as needed to address agency-specific conflict of interest issues; and (5) <<NOTE: Update.

H.R.2918

Agriculture and Food

Continuous Improvement and Accountability in Organic Standards Act This bill requires the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to undertake rulemaking and other activities to implement certain recommendations of the National Organic Standards Board (a federal advisory board that considers and makes recommendations concerning the production, handling, and processing of organic products). Specifically, USDA must issue within a specified time line final rules for implementing recommendations approved (1) by the board between December 31, 2000, and the date of the bill's enactment; and (2) with at least two-thirds of the votes cast at a meeting where a quorum was present. If USDA determines issuing rules for such recommendations is not practicable, it must identify and report to Congress about the specific constraints that preclude rulemaking. In addition, the bill sets out a process and time line for USDA to implement through rulemaking future recommendations of the board that are approved by at least two-thirds of the votes cast at a meeting where a quorum was present. The bill also requires state officials or entities that certify organic farms or handling operations to report annually concerning the implementation of and compliance with any new rule or guidance.

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to initiate and complete notice and comment rulemaking to implement recommendations approved by the National Organic Standards Board, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Continuous Improvement and Accountability in Organic Standards Act''. SEC. 2. PUBLICATION OF ALL NATIONAL ORGANIC STANDARDS BOARD RECOMMENDATIONS. (a) Notice and Public Comment.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall publish a notice in the Federal Register that-- (1) identifies and sets forth the recommendations approved by the National Organic Standards Board (in this Act referred to as the ``NOSB'') by a decisive vote and submitted to the Secretary pursuant to subsections (i)(1) and (k)(1) of section 2119 of the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. 6518), during the period beginning on December 31, 2000, and ending on the date of the enactment of this Act, that have not been implemented by a final rule or any other agency action, including published agency guidance, as of the date of the enactment of this Act; and (2) seeks comments from the public for a 90-day period beginning on the date on which notice required under this subsection is published in the Federal Register that address the order of priority in which the recommendations identified under paragraph (1) are to be implemented through notice and comment rulemaking or through agency guidance. (b) Implementation.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date on which the notice required under subsection (a) is published in the Federal Register, the Secretary shall publish an additional notice in the Federal Register that-- (A) summarizes the comments received under subsection (a)(2); and (B) contains a determination of the order of priority for implementation of the recommendations identified and set forth in subsection (a)(1). (2) Interim rules.--The Secretary may consider issuing any interim final rule that sets forth a plan for implementation of any recommendation that has not been ranked under paragraph (1) or grouping related recommendations as one rule. (3) Criteria for prioritization ranking.--In determining the order of priority for implementation of each recommendation under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall consider-- (A) recommendations that advance human health and environmental protection; (B) the extent to which the recommendation resolves any inconsistency in the regulations contained in part 205 of title 7, Code of Federal Regulations that are in effect as of the date of the enactment of this Act, including existing agency guidance; (C) the marketplace needs of producers, handlers, certifiers, and consumers; (D) whether the recommendation was the result of a unanimous vote by the NOSB; and (E) any previous action by the Secretary, including a proposed rule that has been published but not finalized, or a proposed rule that has been drafted but not published. (c) Organic Improvement Action Plan.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 120 days after the date on which the order of priority for implementation of the recommendations identified and set forth in subsection (a)(1) is published under subsection (b)(1), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Agriculture of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry of the Senate and make available on the website of the Department of Agriculture, a report containing the information described in subsection (b)(1), and a plan to implement the recommendations based on such order of priority. (2) Contents of the organic improvement action plan.--The plan required under paragraph (1) shall include a timeline for publication in the Federal Register of such recommendation in the order of priority for implementation determined under subsection (b). (3) Practicability of final rule.--If the Secretary determines that it is not practicable to promulgate a final rule based on any such recommendation then the Secretary shall identify the specific constraints precluding the issuance of such final rule and shall submit such restraints to the committees identified in paragraph (1). (d) Adoption of a Final Rule.--Not later than the date on which the report required by subsection (c)(1) is submitted, the Secretary shall publish and implement a final rule to implement each recommendation identified and set forth in the notice required under subsection (a)(1) in the order of priority determined under subsection (b)(1)(B). SEC. 3. FUTURE NATIONAL ORGANIC STANDARDS BOARD RECOMMENDATIONS. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall publish each recommendation supported by a decisive vote and submitted to the Secretary after the date of the enactment of this Act-- (1) in the form of a notice of proposed rulemaking in the Federal Register not later than 120 days after the date on which the recommendation receives an affirmative vote; and (2) in the form of a final rule for public comment in the Federal Register not later than 180 days after the date on which the public comment period expires under section 2(a)(2). (b) Future Rulemaking.--In all future rulemaking and published agency guidance, the Secretary shall include information on how the action relates to recommendations provided by the NOSB. (c) Inactive Final Rulemaking.--The Secretary may designate any final rulemaking as inactive or determine not to publish a final rule based on an analysis of comments received in response to the notice of proposed rulemaking issued under subsection (a) if-- (1) the reason for such designation or such determination is set forth in the notice; and (2) not later than 120 days after the date of completion of the comment period required by section 2(a)(2), the Secretary has submitted to the Committee on Agriculture of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry of the Senate a report detailing the Secretary's reasons for designating such rulemaking as inactive or determining not to publish a final rule. (d) Annual Audit of Certifying Agents.-- (1) Certifying agents.--Not less than annually, the Secretary shall require each certifying agent to submit a report to the Secretary describing any action taken by such agent to implement any new rule or agency guidance, as well as any step taken to notify every client of the certifying agent, and initiate compliance with any new requirement established by the Secretary to carry out the national organic program under the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. 6501 et seq.). (2) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date on which the audit in paragraph (1) is completed, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report on the annual audit of certifying agents and the implementation by such agents of any new requirement. SEC. 4. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Certifying agent.--The term ``certifying agent'' has the meaning given that term in section 2103 of the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. 6502). (2) Decisive vote.--The term ``decisive vote'' means, with respect to a vote taken by the National Organic Standards Board established under section 2110 of the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. 6518), any motion that receives at least two-thirds of the votes cast at a meeting of the National Organic Standards Board at which a quorum is present. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Agriculture. <all>

Continuous Improvement and Accountability in Organic Standards Act

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to initiate and complete notice and comment rulemaking to implement recommendations approved by the National Organic Standards Board, and for other purposes.

Continuous Improvement and Accountability in Organic Standards Act

Rep. DeFazio, Peter A.

D

OR

This bill requires the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to undertake rulemaking and other activities to implement certain recommendations of the National Organic Standards Board (a federal advisory board that considers and makes recommendations concerning the production, handling, and processing of organic products). Specifically, USDA must issue within a specified time line final rules for implementing recommendations approved (1) by the board between December 31, 2000, and the date of the bill's enactment; and (2) with at least two-thirds of the votes cast at a meeting where a quorum was present. If USDA determines issuing rules for such recommendations is not practicable, it must identify and report to Congress about the specific constraints that preclude rulemaking. In addition, the bill sets out a process and time line for USDA to implement through rulemaking future recommendations of the board that are approved by at least two-thirds of the votes cast at a meeting where a quorum was present. The bill also requires state officials or entities that certify organic farms or handling operations to report annually concerning the implementation of and compliance with any new rule or guidance.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. 2. (2) Interim rules.--The Secretary may consider issuing any interim final rule that sets forth a plan for implementation of any recommendation that has not been ranked under paragraph (1) or grouping related recommendations as one rule. (d) Adoption of a Final Rule.--Not later than the date on which the report required by subsection (c)(1) is submitted, the Secretary shall publish and implement a final rule to implement each recommendation identified and set forth in the notice required under subsection (a)(1) in the order of priority determined under subsection (b)(1)(B). FUTURE NATIONAL ORGANIC STANDARDS BOARD RECOMMENDATIONS. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall publish each recommendation supported by a decisive vote and submitted to the Secretary after the date of the enactment of this Act-- (1) in the form of a notice of proposed rulemaking in the Federal Register not later than 120 days after the date on which the recommendation receives an affirmative vote; and (2) in the form of a final rule for public comment in the Federal Register not later than 180 days after the date on which the public comment period expires under section 2(a)(2). (b) Future Rulemaking.--In all future rulemaking and published agency guidance, the Secretary shall include information on how the action relates to recommendations provided by the NOSB. (c) Inactive Final Rulemaking.--The Secretary may designate any final rulemaking as inactive or determine not to publish a final rule based on an analysis of comments received in response to the notice of proposed rulemaking issued under subsection (a) if-- (1) the reason for such designation or such determination is set forth in the notice; and (2) not later than 120 days after the date of completion of the comment period required by section 2(a)(2), the Secretary has submitted to the Committee on Agriculture of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry of the Senate a report detailing the Secretary's reasons for designating such rulemaking as inactive or determining not to publish a final rule. 6501 et seq.). (2) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date on which the audit in paragraph (1) is completed, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report on the annual audit of certifying agents and the implementation by such agents of any new requirement. SEC. 4. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Certifying agent.--The term ``certifying agent'' has the meaning given that term in section 2103 of the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. 6502). 6518), any motion that receives at least two-thirds of the votes cast at a meeting of the National Organic Standards Board at which a quorum is present. (3) 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. 2. (2) Interim rules.--The Secretary may consider issuing any interim final rule that sets forth a plan for implementation of any recommendation that has not been ranked under paragraph (1) or grouping related recommendations as one rule. (d) Adoption of a Final Rule.--Not later than the date on which the report required by subsection (c)(1) is submitted, the Secretary shall publish and implement a final rule to implement each recommendation identified and set forth in the notice required under subsection (a)(1) in the order of priority determined under subsection (b)(1)(B). FUTURE NATIONAL ORGANIC STANDARDS BOARD RECOMMENDATIONS. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall publish each recommendation supported by a decisive vote and submitted to the Secretary after the date of the enactment of this Act-- (1) in the form of a notice of proposed rulemaking in the Federal Register not later than 120 days after the date on which the recommendation receives an affirmative vote; and (2) in the form of a final rule for public comment in the Federal Register not later than 180 days after the date on which the public comment period expires under section 2(a)(2). (b) Future Rulemaking.--In all future rulemaking and published agency guidance, the Secretary shall include information on how the action relates to recommendations provided by the NOSB. 6501 et seq.). (2) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date on which the audit in paragraph (1) is completed, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report on the annual audit of certifying agents and the implementation by such agents of any new requirement. SEC. 4. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Certifying agent.--The term ``certifying agent'' has the meaning given that term in section 2103 of the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. 6502). (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Agriculture.

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to initiate and complete notice and comment rulemaking to implement recommendations approved by the National Organic Standards Board, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Continuous Improvement and Accountability in Organic Standards Act''. 2. (2) Interim rules.--The Secretary may consider issuing any interim final rule that sets forth a plan for implementation of any recommendation that has not been ranked under paragraph (1) or grouping related recommendations as one rule. (3) Criteria for prioritization ranking.--In determining the order of priority for implementation of each recommendation under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall consider-- (A) recommendations that advance human health and environmental protection; (B) the extent to which the recommendation resolves any inconsistency in the regulations contained in part 205 of title 7, Code of Federal Regulations that are in effect as of the date of the enactment of this Act, including existing agency guidance; (C) the marketplace needs of producers, handlers, certifiers, and consumers; (D) whether the recommendation was the result of a unanimous vote by the NOSB; and (E) any previous action by the Secretary, including a proposed rule that has been published but not finalized, or a proposed rule that has been drafted but not published. (d) Adoption of a Final Rule.--Not later than the date on which the report required by subsection (c)(1) is submitted, the Secretary shall publish and implement a final rule to implement each recommendation identified and set forth in the notice required under subsection (a)(1) in the order of priority determined under subsection (b)(1)(B). FUTURE NATIONAL ORGANIC STANDARDS BOARD RECOMMENDATIONS. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall publish each recommendation supported by a decisive vote and submitted to the Secretary after the date of the enactment of this Act-- (1) in the form of a notice of proposed rulemaking in the Federal Register not later than 120 days after the date on which the recommendation receives an affirmative vote; and (2) in the form of a final rule for public comment in the Federal Register not later than 180 days after the date on which the public comment period expires under section 2(a)(2). (b) Future Rulemaking.--In all future rulemaking and published agency guidance, the Secretary shall include information on how the action relates to recommendations provided by the NOSB. (c) Inactive Final Rulemaking.--The Secretary may designate any final rulemaking as inactive or determine not to publish a final rule based on an analysis of comments received in response to the notice of proposed rulemaking issued under subsection (a) if-- (1) the reason for such designation or such determination is set forth in the notice; and (2) not later than 120 days after the date of completion of the comment period required by section 2(a)(2), the Secretary has submitted to the Committee on Agriculture of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry of the Senate a report detailing the Secretary's reasons for designating such rulemaking as inactive or determining not to publish a final rule. (d) Annual Audit of Certifying Agents.-- (1) Certifying agents.--Not less than annually, the Secretary shall require each certifying agent to submit a report to the Secretary describing any action taken by such agent to implement any new rule or agency guidance, as well as any step taken to notify every client of the certifying agent, and initiate compliance with any new requirement established by the Secretary to carry out the national organic program under the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. 6501 et seq.). (2) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date on which the audit in paragraph (1) is completed, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report on the annual audit of certifying agents and the implementation by such agents of any new requirement. SEC. 4. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Certifying agent.--The term ``certifying agent'' has the meaning given that term in section 2103 of the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. 6502). 6518), any motion that receives at least two-thirds of the votes cast at a meeting of the National Organic Standards Board at which a quorum is present. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Agriculture.

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to initiate and complete notice and comment rulemaking to implement recommendations approved by the National Organic Standards Board, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Continuous Improvement and Accountability in Organic Standards Act''. 2. PUBLICATION OF ALL NATIONAL ORGANIC STANDARDS BOARD RECOMMENDATIONS. 6518), during the period beginning on December 31, 2000, and ending on the date of the enactment of this Act, that have not been implemented by a final rule or any other agency action, including published agency guidance, as of the date of the enactment of this Act; and (2) seeks comments from the public for a 90-day period beginning on the date on which notice required under this subsection is published in the Federal Register that address the order of priority in which the recommendations identified under paragraph (1) are to be implemented through notice and comment rulemaking or through agency guidance. (2) Interim rules.--The Secretary may consider issuing any interim final rule that sets forth a plan for implementation of any recommendation that has not been ranked under paragraph (1) or grouping related recommendations as one rule. (3) Criteria for prioritization ranking.--In determining the order of priority for implementation of each recommendation under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall consider-- (A) recommendations that advance human health and environmental protection; (B) the extent to which the recommendation resolves any inconsistency in the regulations contained in part 205 of title 7, Code of Federal Regulations that are in effect as of the date of the enactment of this Act, including existing agency guidance; (C) the marketplace needs of producers, handlers, certifiers, and consumers; (D) whether the recommendation was the result of a unanimous vote by the NOSB; and (E) any previous action by the Secretary, including a proposed rule that has been published but not finalized, or a proposed rule that has been drafted but not published. (3) Practicability of final rule.--If the Secretary determines that it is not practicable to promulgate a final rule based on any such recommendation then the Secretary shall identify the specific constraints precluding the issuance of such final rule and shall submit such restraints to the committees identified in paragraph (1). (d) Adoption of a Final Rule.--Not later than the date on which the report required by subsection (c)(1) is submitted, the Secretary shall publish and implement a final rule to implement each recommendation identified and set forth in the notice required under subsection (a)(1) in the order of priority determined under subsection (b)(1)(B). FUTURE NATIONAL ORGANIC STANDARDS BOARD RECOMMENDATIONS. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall publish each recommendation supported by a decisive vote and submitted to the Secretary after the date of the enactment of this Act-- (1) in the form of a notice of proposed rulemaking in the Federal Register not later than 120 days after the date on which the recommendation receives an affirmative vote; and (2) in the form of a final rule for public comment in the Federal Register not later than 180 days after the date on which the public comment period expires under section 2(a)(2). (b) Future Rulemaking.--In all future rulemaking and published agency guidance, the Secretary shall include information on how the action relates to recommendations provided by the NOSB. (c) Inactive Final Rulemaking.--The Secretary may designate any final rulemaking as inactive or determine not to publish a final rule based on an analysis of comments received in response to the notice of proposed rulemaking issued under subsection (a) if-- (1) the reason for such designation or such determination is set forth in the notice; and (2) not later than 120 days after the date of completion of the comment period required by section 2(a)(2), the Secretary has submitted to the Committee on Agriculture of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry of the Senate a report detailing the Secretary's reasons for designating such rulemaking as inactive or determining not to publish a final rule. (d) Annual Audit of Certifying Agents.-- (1) Certifying agents.--Not less than annually, the Secretary shall require each certifying agent to submit a report to the Secretary describing any action taken by such agent to implement any new rule or agency guidance, as well as any step taken to notify every client of the certifying agent, and initiate compliance with any new requirement established by the Secretary to carry out the national organic program under the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. 6501 et seq.). (2) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date on which the audit in paragraph (1) is completed, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report on the annual audit of certifying agents and the implementation by such agents of any new requirement. SEC. 4. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Certifying agent.--The term ``certifying agent'' has the meaning given that term in section 2103 of the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. 6502). 6518), any motion that receives at least two-thirds of the votes cast at a meeting of the National Organic Standards Board at which a quorum is present. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Agriculture.

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to initiate and complete notice and comment rulemaking to implement recommendations approved by the National Organic Standards Board, and for other purposes. a) Notice and Public Comment.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall publish a notice in the Federal Register that-- (1) identifies and sets forth the recommendations approved by the National Organic Standards Board (in this Act referred to as the ``NOSB'') by a decisive vote and submitted to the Secretary pursuant to subsections (i)(1) and (k)(1) of section 2119 of the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. b) Implementation.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date on which the notice required under subsection (a) is published in the Federal Register, the Secretary shall publish an additional notice in the Federal Register that-- (A) summarizes the comments received under subsection (a)(2); and (B) contains a determination of the order of priority for implementation of the recommendations identified and set forth in subsection (a)(1). ( 2) Interim rules.--The Secretary may consider issuing any interim final rule that sets forth a plan for implementation of any recommendation that has not been ranked under paragraph (1) or grouping related recommendations as one rule. (2) Contents of the organic improvement action plan.--The plan required under paragraph (1) shall include a timeline for publication in the Federal Register of such recommendation in the order of priority for implementation determined under subsection (b). ( a) In General.--The Secretary shall publish each recommendation supported by a decisive vote and submitted to the Secretary after the date of the enactment of this Act-- (1) in the form of a notice of proposed rulemaking in the Federal Register not later than 120 days after the date on which the recommendation receives an affirmative vote; and (2) in the form of a final rule for public comment in the Federal Register not later than 180 days after the date on which the public comment period expires under section 2(a)(2). (b) Future Rulemaking.--In all future rulemaking and published agency guidance, the Secretary shall include information on how the action relates to recommendations provided by the NOSB. ( d) Annual Audit of Certifying Agents.-- (1) Certifying agents.--Not less than annually, the Secretary shall require each certifying agent to submit a report to the Secretary describing any action taken by such agent to implement any new rule or agency guidance, as well as any step taken to notify every client of the certifying agent, and initiate compliance with any new requirement established by the Secretary to carry out the national organic program under the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. 6501 et seq.). (2) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date on which the audit in paragraph (1) is completed, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report on the annual audit of certifying agents and the implementation by such agents of any new requirement. 2) Decisive vote.--The term ``decisive vote'' means, with respect to a vote taken by the National Organic Standards Board established under section 2110 of the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. 6518), any motion that receives at least two-thirds of the votes cast at a meeting of the National Organic Standards Board at which a quorum is present. (

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to initiate and complete notice and comment rulemaking to implement recommendations approved by the National Organic Standards Board, and for other purposes. b) Implementation.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date on which the notice required under subsection (a) is published in the Federal Register, the Secretary shall publish an additional notice in the Federal Register that-- (A) summarizes the comments received under subsection (a)(2); and (B) contains a determination of the order of priority for implementation of the recommendations identified and set forth in subsection (a)(1). ( 2) Contents of the organic improvement action plan.--The plan required under paragraph (1) shall include a timeline for publication in the Federal Register of such recommendation in the order of priority for implementation determined under subsection (b). ( 3) Practicability of final rule.--If the Secretary determines that it is not practicable to promulgate a final rule based on any such recommendation then the Secretary shall identify the specific constraints precluding the issuance of such final rule and shall submit such restraints to the committees identified in paragraph (1). ( FUTURE NATIONAL ORGANIC STANDARDS BOARD RECOMMENDATIONS. ( d) Annual Audit of Certifying Agents.-- (1) Certifying agents.--Not less than annually, the Secretary shall require each certifying agent to submit a report to the Secretary describing any action taken by such agent to implement any new rule or agency guidance, as well as any step taken to notify every client of the certifying agent, and initiate compliance with any new requirement established by the Secretary to carry out the national organic program under the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. 6501 et seq.). (2) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date on which the audit in paragraph (1) is completed, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report on the annual audit of certifying agents and the implementation by such agents of any new requirement. 2) Decisive vote.--The term ``decisive vote'' means, with respect to a vote taken by the National Organic Standards Board established under section 2110 of the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. 6518), any motion that receives at least two-thirds of the votes cast at a meeting of the National Organic Standards Board at which a quorum is present. (

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to initiate and complete notice and comment rulemaking to implement recommendations approved by the National Organic Standards Board, and for other purposes. b) Implementation.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date on which the notice required under subsection (a) is published in the Federal Register, the Secretary shall publish an additional notice in the Federal Register that-- (A) summarizes the comments received under subsection (a)(2); and (B) contains a determination of the order of priority for implementation of the recommendations identified and set forth in subsection (a)(1). ( 2) Contents of the organic improvement action plan.--The plan required under paragraph (1) shall include a timeline for publication in the Federal Register of such recommendation in the order of priority for implementation determined under subsection (b). ( 3) Practicability of final rule.--If the Secretary determines that it is not practicable to promulgate a final rule based on any such recommendation then the Secretary shall identify the specific constraints precluding the issuance of such final rule and shall submit such restraints to the committees identified in paragraph (1). ( FUTURE NATIONAL ORGANIC STANDARDS BOARD RECOMMENDATIONS. ( d) Annual Audit of Certifying Agents.-- (1) Certifying agents.--Not less than annually, the Secretary shall require each certifying agent to submit a report to the Secretary describing any action taken by such agent to implement any new rule or agency guidance, as well as any step taken to notify every client of the certifying agent, and initiate compliance with any new requirement established by the Secretary to carry out the national organic program under the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. 6501 et seq.). (2) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date on which the audit in paragraph (1) is completed, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report on the annual audit of certifying agents and the implementation by such agents of any new requirement. 2) Decisive vote.--The term ``decisive vote'' means, with respect to a vote taken by the National Organic Standards Board established under section 2110 of the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. 6518), any motion that receives at least two-thirds of the votes cast at a meeting of the National Organic Standards Board at which a quorum is present. (

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to initiate and complete notice and comment rulemaking to implement recommendations approved by the National Organic Standards Board, and for other purposes. a) Notice and Public Comment.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall publish a notice in the Federal Register that-- (1) identifies and sets forth the recommendations approved by the National Organic Standards Board (in this Act referred to as the ``NOSB'') by a decisive vote and submitted to the Secretary pursuant to subsections (i)(1) and (k)(1) of section 2119 of the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. b) Implementation.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date on which the notice required under subsection (a) is published in the Federal Register, the Secretary shall publish an additional notice in the Federal Register that-- (A) summarizes the comments received under subsection (a)(2); and (B) contains a determination of the order of priority for implementation of the recommendations identified and set forth in subsection (a)(1). ( 2) Interim rules.--The Secretary may consider issuing any interim final rule that sets forth a plan for implementation of any recommendation that has not been ranked under paragraph (1) or grouping related recommendations as one rule. (2) Contents of the organic improvement action plan.--The plan required under paragraph (1) shall include a timeline for publication in the Federal Register of such recommendation in the order of priority for implementation determined under subsection (b). ( a) In General.--The Secretary shall publish each recommendation supported by a decisive vote and submitted to the Secretary after the date of the enactment of this Act-- (1) in the form of a notice of proposed rulemaking in the Federal Register not later than 120 days after the date on which the recommendation receives an affirmative vote; and (2) in the form of a final rule for public comment in the Federal Register not later than 180 days after the date on which the public comment period expires under section 2(a)(2). (b) Future Rulemaking.--In all future rulemaking and published agency guidance, the Secretary shall include information on how the action relates to recommendations provided by the NOSB. ( d) Annual Audit of Certifying Agents.-- (1) Certifying agents.--Not less than annually, the Secretary shall require each certifying agent to submit a report to the Secretary describing any action taken by such agent to implement any new rule or agency guidance, as well as any step taken to notify every client of the certifying agent, and initiate compliance with any new requirement established by the Secretary to carry out the national organic program under the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. 6501 et seq.). (2) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date on which the audit in paragraph (1) is completed, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report on the annual audit of certifying agents and the implementation by such agents of any new requirement. 2) Decisive vote.--The term ``decisive vote'' means, with respect to a vote taken by the National Organic Standards Board established under section 2110 of the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. 6518), any motion that receives at least two-thirds of the votes cast at a meeting of the National Organic Standards Board at which a quorum is present. (

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to initiate and complete notice and comment rulemaking to implement recommendations approved by the National Organic Standards Board, and for other purposes. b) Implementation.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date on which the notice required under subsection (a) is published in the Federal Register, the Secretary shall publish an additional notice in the Federal Register that-- (A) summarizes the comments received under subsection (a)(2); and (B) contains a determination of the order of priority for implementation of the recommendations identified and set forth in subsection (a)(1). ( 2) Contents of the organic improvement action plan.--The plan required under paragraph (1) shall include a timeline for publication in the Federal Register of such recommendation in the order of priority for implementation determined under subsection (b). ( 3) Practicability of final rule.--If the Secretary determines that it is not practicable to promulgate a final rule based on any such recommendation then the Secretary shall identify the specific constraints precluding the issuance of such final rule and shall submit such restraints to the committees identified in paragraph (1). ( FUTURE NATIONAL ORGANIC STANDARDS BOARD RECOMMENDATIONS. ( d) Annual Audit of Certifying Agents.-- (1) Certifying agents.--Not less than annually, the Secretary shall require each certifying agent to submit a report to the Secretary describing any action taken by such agent to implement any new rule or agency guidance, as well as any step taken to notify every client of the certifying agent, and initiate compliance with any new requirement established by the Secretary to carry out the national organic program under the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. 6501 et seq.). (2) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date on which the audit in paragraph (1) is completed, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report on the annual audit of certifying agents and the implementation by such agents of any new requirement. 2) Decisive vote.--The term ``decisive vote'' means, with respect to a vote taken by the National Organic Standards Board established under section 2110 of the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. 6518), any motion that receives at least two-thirds of the votes cast at a meeting of the National Organic Standards Board at which a quorum is present. (

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to initiate and complete notice and comment rulemaking to implement recommendations approved by the National Organic Standards Board, and for other purposes. a) Notice and Public Comment.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall publish a notice in the Federal Register that-- (1) identifies and sets forth the recommendations approved by the National Organic Standards Board (in this Act referred to as the ``NOSB'') by a decisive vote and submitted to the Secretary pursuant to subsections (i)(1) and (k)(1) of section 2119 of the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. b) Implementation.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date on which the notice required under subsection (a) is published in the Federal Register, the Secretary shall publish an additional notice in the Federal Register that-- (A) summarizes the comments received under subsection (a)(2); and (B) contains a determination of the order of priority for implementation of the recommendations identified and set forth in subsection (a)(1). ( 2) Interim rules.--The Secretary may consider issuing any interim final rule that sets forth a plan for implementation of any recommendation that has not been ranked under paragraph (1) or grouping related recommendations as one rule. (2) Contents of the organic improvement action plan.--The plan required under paragraph (1) shall include a timeline for publication in the Federal Register of such recommendation in the order of priority for implementation determined under subsection (b). ( a) In General.--The Secretary shall publish each recommendation supported by a decisive vote and submitted to the Secretary after the date of the enactment of this Act-- (1) in the form of a notice of proposed rulemaking in the Federal Register not later than 120 days after the date on which the recommendation receives an affirmative vote; and (2) in the form of a final rule for public comment in the Federal Register not later than 180 days after the date on which the public comment period expires under section 2(a)(2). (b) Future Rulemaking.--In all future rulemaking and published agency guidance, the Secretary shall include information on how the action relates to recommendations provided by the NOSB. ( d) Annual Audit of Certifying Agents.-- (1) Certifying agents.--Not less than annually, the Secretary shall require each certifying agent to submit a report to the Secretary describing any action taken by such agent to implement any new rule or agency guidance, as well as any step taken to notify every client of the certifying agent, and initiate compliance with any new requirement established by the Secretary to carry out the national organic program under the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. 6501 et seq.). (2) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date on which the audit in paragraph (1) is completed, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report on the annual audit of certifying agents and the implementation by such agents of any new requirement. 2) Decisive vote.--The term ``decisive vote'' means, with respect to a vote taken by the National Organic Standards Board established under section 2110 of the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. 6518), any motion that receives at least two-thirds of the votes cast at a meeting of the National Organic Standards Board at which a quorum is present. (

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to initiate and complete notice and comment rulemaking to implement recommendations approved by the National Organic Standards Board, and for other purposes. b) Implementation.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date on which the notice required under subsection (a) is published in the Federal Register, the Secretary shall publish an additional notice in the Federal Register that-- (A) summarizes the comments received under subsection (a)(2); and (B) contains a determination of the order of priority for implementation of the recommendations identified and set forth in subsection (a)(1). ( 2) Contents of the organic improvement action plan.--The plan required under paragraph (1) shall include a timeline for publication in the Federal Register of such recommendation in the order of priority for implementation determined under subsection (b). ( 3) Practicability of final rule.--If the Secretary determines that it is not practicable to promulgate a final rule based on any such recommendation then the Secretary shall identify the specific constraints precluding the issuance of such final rule and shall submit such restraints to the committees identified in paragraph (1). ( FUTURE NATIONAL ORGANIC STANDARDS BOARD RECOMMENDATIONS. ( d) Annual Audit of Certifying Agents.-- (1) Certifying agents.--Not less than annually, the Secretary shall require each certifying agent to submit a report to the Secretary describing any action taken by such agent to implement any new rule or agency guidance, as well as any step taken to notify every client of the certifying agent, and initiate compliance with any new requirement established by the Secretary to carry out the national organic program under the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. 6501 et seq.). (2) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date on which the audit in paragraph (1) is completed, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report on the annual audit of certifying agents and the implementation by such agents of any new requirement. 2) Decisive vote.--The term ``decisive vote'' means, with respect to a vote taken by the National Organic Standards Board established under section 2110 of the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. 6518), any motion that receives at least two-thirds of the votes cast at a meeting of the National Organic Standards Board at which a quorum is present. (

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to initiate and complete notice and comment rulemaking to implement recommendations approved by the National Organic Standards Board, and for other purposes. 2) Interim rules.--The Secretary may consider issuing any interim final rule that sets forth a plan for implementation of any recommendation that has not been ranked under paragraph (1) or grouping related recommendations as one rule. (2) Contents of the organic improvement action plan.--The plan required under paragraph (1) shall include a timeline for publication in the Federal Register of such recommendation in the order of priority for implementation determined under subsection (b). ( d) Annual Audit of Certifying Agents.-- (1) Certifying agents.--Not less than annually, the Secretary shall require each certifying agent to submit a report to the Secretary describing any action taken by such agent to implement any new rule or agency guidance, as well as any step taken to notify every client of the certifying agent, and initiate compliance with any new requirement established by the Secretary to carry out the national organic program under the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. 6501 et seq.). (2) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date on which the audit in paragraph (1) is completed, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report on the annual audit of certifying agents and the implementation by such agents of any new requirement. 2) Decisive vote.--The term ``decisive vote'' means, with respect to a vote taken by the National Organic Standards Board established under section 2110 of the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. 6518), any motion that receives at least two-thirds of the votes cast at a meeting of the National Organic Standards Board at which a quorum is present. (

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to initiate and complete notice and comment rulemaking to implement recommendations approved by the National Organic Standards Board, and for other purposes. b) Implementation.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date on which the notice required under subsection (a) is published in the Federal Register, the Secretary shall publish an additional notice in the Federal Register that-- (A) summarizes the comments received under subsection (a)(2); and (B) contains a determination of the order of priority for implementation of the recommendations identified and set forth in subsection (a)(1). ( 6518), any motion that receives at least two-thirds of the votes cast at a meeting of the National Organic Standards Board at which a quorum is present. (

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to initiate and complete notice and comment rulemaking to implement recommendations approved by the National Organic Standards Board, and for other purposes. 2) Interim rules.--The Secretary may consider issuing any interim final rule that sets forth a plan for implementation of any recommendation that has not been ranked under paragraph (1) or grouping related recommendations as one rule. (2) Contents of the organic improvement action plan.--The plan required under paragraph (1) shall include a timeline for publication in the Federal Register of such recommendation in the order of priority for implementation determined under subsection (b). ( d) Annual Audit of Certifying Agents.-- (1) Certifying agents.--Not less than annually, the Secretary shall require each certifying agent to submit a report to the Secretary describing any action taken by such agent to implement any new rule or agency guidance, as well as any step taken to notify every client of the certifying agent, and initiate compliance with any new requirement established by the Secretary to carry out the national organic program under the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. 6501 et seq.). (2) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date on which the audit in paragraph (1) is completed, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report on the annual audit of certifying agents and the implementation by such agents of any new requirement. 2) Decisive vote.--The term ``decisive vote'' means, with respect to a vote taken by the National Organic Standards Board established under section 2110 of the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. 6518), any motion that receives at least two-thirds of the votes cast at a meeting of the National Organic Standards Board at which a quorum is present. (

S.1242

Agriculture and Food

Agricultural Intelligence Measures Act of 2021 or the AIM Act of 2021 This bill establishes the Office of Intelligence in the Department of Agriculture (USDA) under the National Intelligence Program. The office must

To establish the Office of Intelligence in the Department of Agriculture, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Agricultural Intelligence Measures Act of 2021'' or the ``AIM Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. ESTABLISHMENT OF OFFICE OF INTELLIGENCE IN DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE. (a) Establishment.-- (1) In general.--Subtitle A of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994 (7 U.S.C. 6912 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 224B. OFFICE OF INTELLIGENCE. ``(a) Establishment.--There is established in the Department an Office of Intelligence. The Office shall be under the National Intelligence Program. ``(b) Director.-- ``(1) In general.--The Office shall be headed by the Director of the Office of Intelligence, who shall be an employee in the Senior Executive Service and who shall be appointed by the Secretary. The Director shall report directly to the Secretary. ``(2) Qualifications.--The Secretary shall select an individual to serve as the Director from among individuals who have significant experience serving in the intelligence community. ``(3) Staff.--The Director may appoint and fix the compensation of such staff as the Director considers appropriate, except that the Director may not appoint more than 5 full-time equivalent positions at an annual rate of pay equal to or greater than the maximum rate of basic pay for GS-15 of the General Schedule. ``(4) Detail of personnel of intelligence community.--Upon the request of the Director, the head of an element of the intelligence community may detail any of the personnel of such element to assist the Office in carrying out its duties. Any personnel detailed to assist the Office shall not be taken into account in determining the number of full-time equivalent positions of the Office under paragraph (3). ``(c) Duties.--The Office shall carry out the following duties: ``(1) The Office shall be responsible for leveraging the capabilities of the intelligence community and National Laboratories intelligence-related research, to ensure that the Secretary is fully informed of threats by foreign actors to United States agriculture. ``(2) The Office shall focus on understanding foreign efforts to-- ``(A) steal United States agriculture knowledge and technology; and ``(B) develop or implement biological warfare attacks, cyber or clandestine operations, or other means of sabotaging and disrupting United States agriculture. ``(3) The Office shall prepare, conduct, and facilitate intelligence briefings for the Secretary and appropriate officials of the Department. ``(4) The Office shall operate as the liaison between the Secretary and the intelligence community, with the authority to request intelligence collection and analysis on matters related to United States agriculture. ``(5) The Office shall collaborate with the intelligence community to downgrade intelligence assessments for broader dissemination within the Department. ``(6) The Office shall facilitate sharing information on foreign activities related to agriculture, as acquired by the Department with the intelligence community. ``(d) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated for the Office $970,000 for fiscal year 2022. ``(e) Definitions.--In this section, the following definitions apply: ``(1) The term `Director' means the Director of the Office of Intelligence appointed under subsection (b). ``(2) The terms `intelligence community' and `National Intelligence Program' have the meaning given such terms in section 3 of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3003). ``(3) The term `Office' means the Office of Intelligence of the Department established under subsection (a).''. (2) Conforming amendments.-- (A) Subtitle A of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994 is amended by redesignating the first section 225 (relating to Food Access Liaison) (7 U.S.C. 6925) as section 224A. (B) Section 296(b) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994 (7 U.S.C. 7014(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(11) The authority of the Secretary to carry out section 224B.''. (b) Conforming Amendments Relating to Existing Functions and Authorities.-- (1) Existing functions of office of homeland security of department relating to intelligence on threats to food and agriculture critical infrastructure sector.-- (A) In general.--Section 221(d) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act (7 U.S.C. 6922(d)) is amended-- (i) by striking paragraphs (4) and (5); and (ii) by redesignating paragraphs (6) through (8) as paragraphs (4) through (6), respectively. (B) Transfer of related personnel and assets of office of homeland security.--The functions which the Office of Homeland Security of the Department of Agriculture exercised under paragraphs (4) and (5) of section 221(d) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994 (7 U.S.C. 6922(d)) before the effective date of this paragraph, together with the funds, assets, and other resources used by the Director of the Office of Homeland Security of the Department of Agriculture to carry out such functions before the effective date of this paragraph, are transferred to the Director of the Office of Intelligence of the Department of Agriculture. (2) Carrying out interagency exchange program for defense of food and agriculture critical infrastructure sector.-- Section 221(e) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act (7 U.S.C. 6922(e)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) Authority of director of office of intelligence and counterintelligence.--The Secretary shall carry out this subsection acting through the Director of the Office of Intelligence of the Department.''. (3) Coordinating with intelligence community on potential threats to agriculture.--Section 335(a)(3) of the Public Health Security and Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act of 2002 (7 U.S.C. 3354(a)(3)) is amended by striking ``strengthen coordination'' and inserting ``acting through the Director of the Office of Intelligence in the Department of Agriculture, strengthen coordination''. (4) Effective date.--This subsection and the amendments made by this subsection shall take effect upon the appointment of the Director of the Office of Intelligence in the Department of Agriculture under section 224B(b) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994 (as added by subsection (a)(1)). <all>

AIM Act of 2021

A bill to establish the Office of Intelligence in the Department of Agriculture, and for other purposes.

AIM Act of 2021 Agricultural Intelligence Measures Act of 2021

Sen. Cotton, Tom

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This bill establishes the Office of Intelligence in the Department of Agriculture (USDA) under the National Intelligence Program. The office must

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Agricultural Intelligence Measures Act of 2021'' or the ``AIM Act of 2021''. 2. 6912 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 224B. OFFICE OF INTELLIGENCE. ``(a) Establishment.--There is established in the Department an Office of Intelligence. The Office shall be under the National Intelligence Program. The Director shall report directly to the Secretary. ``(2) Qualifications.--The Secretary shall select an individual to serve as the Director from among individuals who have significant experience serving in the intelligence community. ``(3) Staff.--The Director may appoint and fix the compensation of such staff as the Director considers appropriate, except that the Director may not appoint more than 5 full-time equivalent positions at an annual rate of pay equal to or greater than the maximum rate of basic pay for GS-15 of the General Schedule. ``(4) Detail of personnel of intelligence community.--Upon the request of the Director, the head of an element of the intelligence community may detail any of the personnel of such element to assist the Office in carrying out its duties. ``(6) The Office shall facilitate sharing information on foreign activities related to agriculture, as acquired by the Department with the intelligence community. ``(d) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated for the Office $970,000 for fiscal year 2022. ``(e) Definitions.--In this section, the following definitions apply: ``(1) The term `Director' means the Director of the Office of Intelligence appointed under subsection (b). 3003). ``(3) The term `Office' means the Office of Intelligence of the Department established under subsection (a).''. 6925) as section 224A. (B) Section 296(b) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994 (7 U.S.C. (b) Conforming Amendments Relating to Existing Functions and Authorities.-- (1) Existing functions of office of homeland security of department relating to intelligence on threats to food and agriculture critical infrastructure sector.-- (A) In general.--Section 221(d) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act (7 U.S.C. 6922(d)) is amended-- (i) by striking paragraphs (4) and (5); and (ii) by redesignating paragraphs (6) through (8) as paragraphs (4) through (6), respectively. 6922(d)) before the effective date of this paragraph, together with the funds, assets, and other resources used by the Director of the Office of Homeland Security of the Department of Agriculture to carry out such functions before the effective date of this paragraph, are transferred to the Director of the Office of Intelligence of the Department of Agriculture. 3354(a)(3)) is amended by striking ``strengthen coordination'' and inserting ``acting through the Director of the Office of Intelligence in the Department of Agriculture, strengthen coordination''.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. 2. 6912 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 224B. OFFICE OF INTELLIGENCE. The Office shall be under the National Intelligence Program. The Director shall report directly to the Secretary. ``(3) Staff.--The Director may appoint and fix the compensation of such staff as the Director considers appropriate, except that the Director may not appoint more than 5 full-time equivalent positions at an annual rate of pay equal to or greater than the maximum rate of basic pay for GS-15 of the General Schedule. ``(4) Detail of personnel of intelligence community.--Upon the request of the Director, the head of an element of the intelligence community may detail any of the personnel of such element to assist the Office in carrying out its duties. ``(6) The Office shall facilitate sharing information on foreign activities related to agriculture, as acquired by the Department with the intelligence community. ``(d) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated for the Office $970,000 for fiscal year 2022. 3003). ``(3) The term `Office' means the Office of Intelligence of the Department established under subsection (a).''. (B) Section 296(b) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994 (7 U.S.C. (b) Conforming Amendments Relating to Existing Functions and Authorities.-- (1) Existing functions of office of homeland security of department relating to intelligence on threats to food and agriculture critical infrastructure sector.-- (A) In general.--Section 221(d) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act (7 U.S.C. 6922(d)) is amended-- (i) by striking paragraphs (4) and (5); and (ii) by redesignating paragraphs (6) through (8) as paragraphs (4) through (6), respectively. 6922(d)) before the effective date of this paragraph, together with the funds, assets, and other resources used by the Director of the Office of Homeland Security of the Department of Agriculture to carry out such functions before the effective date of this paragraph, are transferred to the Director of the Office of Intelligence of the Department of Agriculture.

To establish the Office of Intelligence in the Department of Agriculture, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Agricultural Intelligence Measures Act of 2021'' or the ``AIM Act of 2021''. 2. 6912 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 224B. OFFICE OF INTELLIGENCE. ``(a) Establishment.--There is established in the Department an Office of Intelligence. The Office shall be under the National Intelligence Program. ``(b) Director.-- ``(1) In general.--The Office shall be headed by the Director of the Office of Intelligence, who shall be an employee in the Senior Executive Service and who shall be appointed by the Secretary. The Director shall report directly to the Secretary. ``(2) Qualifications.--The Secretary shall select an individual to serve as the Director from among individuals who have significant experience serving in the intelligence community. ``(3) Staff.--The Director may appoint and fix the compensation of such staff as the Director considers appropriate, except that the Director may not appoint more than 5 full-time equivalent positions at an annual rate of pay equal to or greater than the maximum rate of basic pay for GS-15 of the General Schedule. ``(4) Detail of personnel of intelligence community.--Upon the request of the Director, the head of an element of the intelligence community may detail any of the personnel of such element to assist the Office in carrying out its duties. Any personnel detailed to assist the Office shall not be taken into account in determining the number of full-time equivalent positions of the Office under paragraph (3). ``(c) Duties.--The Office shall carry out the following duties: ``(1) The Office shall be responsible for leveraging the capabilities of the intelligence community and National Laboratories intelligence-related research, to ensure that the Secretary is fully informed of threats by foreign actors to United States agriculture. ``(2) The Office shall focus on understanding foreign efforts to-- ``(A) steal United States agriculture knowledge and technology; and ``(B) develop or implement biological warfare attacks, cyber or clandestine operations, or other means of sabotaging and disrupting United States agriculture. ``(3) The Office shall prepare, conduct, and facilitate intelligence briefings for the Secretary and appropriate officials of the Department. ``(5) The Office shall collaborate with the intelligence community to downgrade intelligence assessments for broader dissemination within the Department. ``(6) The Office shall facilitate sharing information on foreign activities related to agriculture, as acquired by the Department with the intelligence community. ``(d) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated for the Office $970,000 for fiscal year 2022. ``(e) Definitions.--In this section, the following definitions apply: ``(1) The term `Director' means the Director of the Office of Intelligence appointed under subsection (b). 3003). ``(3) The term `Office' means the Office of Intelligence of the Department established under subsection (a).''. (2) Conforming amendments.-- (A) Subtitle A of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994 is amended by redesignating the first section 225 (relating to Food Access Liaison) (7 U.S.C. 6925) as section 224A. (B) Section 296(b) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994 (7 U.S.C. (b) Conforming Amendments Relating to Existing Functions and Authorities.-- (1) Existing functions of office of homeland security of department relating to intelligence on threats to food and agriculture critical infrastructure sector.-- (A) In general.--Section 221(d) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act (7 U.S.C. 6922(d)) is amended-- (i) by striking paragraphs (4) and (5); and (ii) by redesignating paragraphs (6) through (8) as paragraphs (4) through (6), respectively. 6922(d)) before the effective date of this paragraph, together with the funds, assets, and other resources used by the Director of the Office of Homeland Security of the Department of Agriculture to carry out such functions before the effective date of this paragraph, are transferred to the Director of the Office of Intelligence of the Department of Agriculture. (3) Coordinating with intelligence community on potential threats to agriculture.--Section 335(a)(3) of the Public Health Security and Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act of 2002 (7 U.S.C. 3354(a)(3)) is amended by striking ``strengthen coordination'' and inserting ``acting through the Director of the Office of Intelligence in the Department of Agriculture, strengthen coordination''.

To establish the Office of Intelligence in the Department of Agriculture, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Agricultural Intelligence Measures Act of 2021'' or the ``AIM Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. 6912 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 224B. OFFICE OF INTELLIGENCE. ``(a) Establishment.--There is established in the Department an Office of Intelligence. The Office shall be under the National Intelligence Program. ``(b) Director.-- ``(1) In general.--The Office shall be headed by the Director of the Office of Intelligence, who shall be an employee in the Senior Executive Service and who shall be appointed by the Secretary. The Director shall report directly to the Secretary. ``(2) Qualifications.--The Secretary shall select an individual to serve as the Director from among individuals who have significant experience serving in the intelligence community. ``(3) Staff.--The Director may appoint and fix the compensation of such staff as the Director considers appropriate, except that the Director may not appoint more than 5 full-time equivalent positions at an annual rate of pay equal to or greater than the maximum rate of basic pay for GS-15 of the General Schedule. ``(4) Detail of personnel of intelligence community.--Upon the request of the Director, the head of an element of the intelligence community may detail any of the personnel of such element to assist the Office in carrying out its duties. Any personnel detailed to assist the Office shall not be taken into account in determining the number of full-time equivalent positions of the Office under paragraph (3). ``(c) Duties.--The Office shall carry out the following duties: ``(1) The Office shall be responsible for leveraging the capabilities of the intelligence community and National Laboratories intelligence-related research, to ensure that the Secretary is fully informed of threats by foreign actors to United States agriculture. ``(2) The Office shall focus on understanding foreign efforts to-- ``(A) steal United States agriculture knowledge and technology; and ``(B) develop or implement biological warfare attacks, cyber or clandestine operations, or other means of sabotaging and disrupting United States agriculture. ``(3) The Office shall prepare, conduct, and facilitate intelligence briefings for the Secretary and appropriate officials of the Department. ``(4) The Office shall operate as the liaison between the Secretary and the intelligence community, with the authority to request intelligence collection and analysis on matters related to United States agriculture. ``(5) The Office shall collaborate with the intelligence community to downgrade intelligence assessments for broader dissemination within the Department. ``(6) The Office shall facilitate sharing information on foreign activities related to agriculture, as acquired by the Department with the intelligence community. ``(d) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated for the Office $970,000 for fiscal year 2022. ``(e) Definitions.--In this section, the following definitions apply: ``(1) The term `Director' means the Director of the Office of Intelligence appointed under subsection (b). ``(2) The terms `intelligence community' and `National Intelligence Program' have the meaning given such terms in section 3 of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3003). ``(3) The term `Office' means the Office of Intelligence of the Department established under subsection (a).''. (2) Conforming amendments.-- (A) Subtitle A of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994 is amended by redesignating the first section 225 (relating to Food Access Liaison) (7 U.S.C. 6925) as section 224A. (B) Section 296(b) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994 (7 U.S.C. 7014(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(11) The authority of the Secretary to carry out section 224B.''. (b) Conforming Amendments Relating to Existing Functions and Authorities.-- (1) Existing functions of office of homeland security of department relating to intelligence on threats to food and agriculture critical infrastructure sector.-- (A) In general.--Section 221(d) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act (7 U.S.C. 6922(d)) is amended-- (i) by striking paragraphs (4) and (5); and (ii) by redesignating paragraphs (6) through (8) as paragraphs (4) through (6), respectively. (B) Transfer of related personnel and assets of office of homeland security.--The functions which the Office of Homeland Security of the Department of Agriculture exercised under paragraphs (4) and (5) of section 221(d) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994 (7 U.S.C. 6922(d)) before the effective date of this paragraph, together with the funds, assets, and other resources used by the Director of the Office of Homeland Security of the Department of Agriculture to carry out such functions before the effective date of this paragraph, are transferred to the Director of the Office of Intelligence of the Department of Agriculture. (2) Carrying out interagency exchange program for defense of food and agriculture critical infrastructure sector.-- Section 221(e) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act (7 U.S.C. 6922(e)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) Authority of director of office of intelligence and counterintelligence.--The Secretary shall carry out this subsection acting through the Director of the Office of Intelligence of the Department.''. (3) Coordinating with intelligence community on potential threats to agriculture.--Section 335(a)(3) of the Public Health Security and Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act of 2002 (7 U.S.C. 3354(a)(3)) is amended by striking ``strengthen coordination'' and inserting ``acting through the Director of the Office of Intelligence in the Department of Agriculture, strengthen coordination''. (4) Effective date.--This subsection and the amendments made by this subsection shall take effect upon the appointment of the Director of the Office of Intelligence in the Department of Agriculture under section 224B(b) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994 (as added by subsection (a)(1)).

To establish the Office of Intelligence in the Department of Agriculture, and for other purposes. The Office shall be under the National Intelligence Program. ``(b) Director.-- ``(1) In general.--The Office shall be headed by the Director of the Office of Intelligence, who shall be an employee in the Senior Executive Service and who shall be appointed by the Secretary. ``(3) Staff.--The Director may appoint and fix the compensation of such staff as the Director considers appropriate, except that the Director may not appoint more than 5 full-time equivalent positions at an annual rate of pay equal to or greater than the maximum rate of basic pay for GS-15 of the General Schedule. ``(4) Detail of personnel of intelligence community.--Upon the request of the Director, the head of an element of the intelligence community may detail any of the personnel of such element to assist the Office in carrying out its duties. ``(4) The Office shall operate as the liaison between the Secretary and the intelligence community, with the authority to request intelligence collection and analysis on matters related to United States agriculture. 2) Conforming amendments.-- (A) Subtitle A of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994 is amended by redesignating the first section 225 (relating to Food Access Liaison) (7 U.S.C. 6925) as section 224A. (B) Section 296(b) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994 (7 U.S.C. 7014(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(11) The authority of the Secretary to carry out section 224B.''. (b) Conforming Amendments Relating to Existing Functions and Authorities.-- (1) Existing functions of office of homeland security of department relating to intelligence on threats to food and agriculture critical infrastructure sector.-- (A) In general.--Section 221(d) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act (7 U.S.C. 6922(d)) is amended-- (i) by striking paragraphs (4) and (5); and (ii) by redesignating paragraphs (6) through (8) as paragraphs (4) through (6), respectively. ( 2) Carrying out interagency exchange program for defense of food and agriculture critical infrastructure sector.-- Section 221(e) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act (7 U.S.C. 6922(e)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) Authority of director of office of intelligence and counterintelligence.--The Secretary shall carry out this subsection acting through the Director of the Office of Intelligence of the Department.''. ( 3) Coordinating with intelligence community on potential threats to agriculture.--Section 335(a)(3) of the Public Health Security and Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act of 2002 (7 U.S.C. 3354(a)(3)) is amended by striking ``strengthen coordination'' and inserting ``acting through the Director of the Office of Intelligence in the Department of Agriculture, strengthen coordination''. (

To establish the Office of Intelligence in the Department of Agriculture, and for other purposes. is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. The Office shall be under the National Intelligence Program. ``(4) Detail of personnel of intelligence community.--Upon the request of the Director, the head of an element of the intelligence community may detail any of the personnel of such element to assist the Office in carrying out its duties. ``(2) The Office shall focus on understanding foreign efforts to-- ``(A) steal United States agriculture knowledge and technology; and ``(B) develop or implement biological warfare attacks, cyber or clandestine operations, or other means of sabotaging and disrupting United States agriculture. ``(5) The Office shall collaborate with the intelligence community to downgrade intelligence assessments for broader dissemination within the Department. ``(3) The term `Office' means the Office of Intelligence of the Department established under subsection (a).''. ( 2) Carrying out interagency exchange program for defense of food and agriculture critical infrastructure sector.-- Section 221(e) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act (7 U.S.C. 6922(e)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) Authority of director of office of intelligence and counterintelligence.--The Secretary shall carry out this subsection acting through the Director of the Office of Intelligence of the Department.''. ( 3) Coordinating with intelligence community on potential threats to agriculture.--Section 335(a)(3) of the Public Health Security and Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act of 2002 (7 U.S.C. 3354(a)(3)) is amended by striking ``strengthen coordination'' and inserting ``acting through the Director of the Office of Intelligence in the Department of Agriculture, strengthen coordination''. (

To establish the Office of Intelligence in the Department of Agriculture, and for other purposes. is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. The Office shall be under the National Intelligence Program. ``(4) Detail of personnel of intelligence community.--Upon the request of the Director, the head of an element of the intelligence community may detail any of the personnel of such element to assist the Office in carrying out its duties. ``(2) The Office shall focus on understanding foreign efforts to-- ``(A) steal United States agriculture knowledge and technology; and ``(B) develop or implement biological warfare attacks, cyber or clandestine operations, or other means of sabotaging and disrupting United States agriculture. ``(5) The Office shall collaborate with the intelligence community to downgrade intelligence assessments for broader dissemination within the Department. ``(3) The term `Office' means the Office of Intelligence of the Department established under subsection (a).''. ( 2) Carrying out interagency exchange program for defense of food and agriculture critical infrastructure sector.-- Section 221(e) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act (7 U.S.C. 6922(e)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) Authority of director of office of intelligence and counterintelligence.--The Secretary shall carry out this subsection acting through the Director of the Office of Intelligence of the Department.''. ( 3) Coordinating with intelligence community on potential threats to agriculture.--Section 335(a)(3) of the Public Health Security and Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act of 2002 (7 U.S.C. 3354(a)(3)) is amended by striking ``strengthen coordination'' and inserting ``acting through the Director of the Office of Intelligence in the Department of Agriculture, strengthen coordination''. (

To establish the Office of Intelligence in the Department of Agriculture, and for other purposes. The Office shall be under the National Intelligence Program. ``(b) Director.-- ``(1) In general.--The Office shall be headed by the Director of the Office of Intelligence, who shall be an employee in the Senior Executive Service and who shall be appointed by the Secretary. ``(3) Staff.--The Director may appoint and fix the compensation of such staff as the Director considers appropriate, except that the Director may not appoint more than 5 full-time equivalent positions at an annual rate of pay equal to or greater than the maximum rate of basic pay for GS-15 of the General Schedule. ``(4) Detail of personnel of intelligence community.--Upon the request of the Director, the head of an element of the intelligence community may detail any of the personnel of such element to assist the Office in carrying out its duties. ``(4) The Office shall operate as the liaison between the Secretary and the intelligence community, with the authority to request intelligence collection and analysis on matters related to United States agriculture. 2) Conforming amendments.-- (A) Subtitle A of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994 is amended by redesignating the first section 225 (relating to Food Access Liaison) (7 U.S.C. 6925) as section 224A. (B) Section 296(b) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994 (7 U.S.C. 7014(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(11) The authority of the Secretary to carry out section 224B.''. (b) Conforming Amendments Relating to Existing Functions and Authorities.-- (1) Existing functions of office of homeland security of department relating to intelligence on threats to food and agriculture critical infrastructure sector.-- (A) In general.--Section 221(d) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act (7 U.S.C. 6922(d)) is amended-- (i) by striking paragraphs (4) and (5); and (ii) by redesignating paragraphs (6) through (8) as paragraphs (4) through (6), respectively. ( 2) Carrying out interagency exchange program for defense of food and agriculture critical infrastructure sector.-- Section 221(e) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act (7 U.S.C. 6922(e)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) Authority of director of office of intelligence and counterintelligence.--The Secretary shall carry out this subsection acting through the Director of the Office of Intelligence of the Department.''. ( 3) Coordinating with intelligence community on potential threats to agriculture.--Section 335(a)(3) of the Public Health Security and Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act of 2002 (7 U.S.C. 3354(a)(3)) is amended by striking ``strengthen coordination'' and inserting ``acting through the Director of the Office of Intelligence in the Department of Agriculture, strengthen coordination''. (

To establish the Office of Intelligence in the Department of Agriculture, and for other purposes. is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. The Office shall be under the National Intelligence Program. ``(4) Detail of personnel of intelligence community.--Upon the request of the Director, the head of an element of the intelligence community may detail any of the personnel of such element to assist the Office in carrying out its duties. ``(2) The Office shall focus on understanding foreign efforts to-- ``(A) steal United States agriculture knowledge and technology; and ``(B) develop or implement biological warfare attacks, cyber or clandestine operations, or other means of sabotaging and disrupting United States agriculture. ``(5) The Office shall collaborate with the intelligence community to downgrade intelligence assessments for broader dissemination within the Department. ``(3) The term `Office' means the Office of Intelligence of the Department established under subsection (a).''. ( 2) Carrying out interagency exchange program for defense of food and agriculture critical infrastructure sector.-- Section 221(e) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act (7 U.S.C. 6922(e)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) Authority of director of office of intelligence and counterintelligence.--The Secretary shall carry out this subsection acting through the Director of the Office of Intelligence of the Department.''. ( 3) Coordinating with intelligence community on potential threats to agriculture.--Section 335(a)(3) of the Public Health Security and Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act of 2002 (7 U.S.C. 3354(a)(3)) is amended by striking ``strengthen coordination'' and inserting ``acting through the Director of the Office of Intelligence in the Department of Agriculture, strengthen coordination''. (

To establish the Office of Intelligence in the Department of Agriculture, and for other purposes. The Office shall be under the National Intelligence Program. ``(b) Director.-- ``(1) In general.--The Office shall be headed by the Director of the Office of Intelligence, who shall be an employee in the Senior Executive Service and who shall be appointed by the Secretary. ``(3) Staff.--The Director may appoint and fix the compensation of such staff as the Director considers appropriate, except that the Director may not appoint more than 5 full-time equivalent positions at an annual rate of pay equal to or greater than the maximum rate of basic pay for GS-15 of the General Schedule. ``(4) Detail of personnel of intelligence community.--Upon the request of the Director, the head of an element of the intelligence community may detail any of the personnel of such element to assist the Office in carrying out its duties. ``(4) The Office shall operate as the liaison between the Secretary and the intelligence community, with the authority to request intelligence collection and analysis on matters related to United States agriculture. 2) Conforming amendments.-- (A) Subtitle A of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994 is amended by redesignating the first section 225 (relating to Food Access Liaison) (7 U.S.C. 6925) as section 224A. (B) Section 296(b) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994 (7 U.S.C. 7014(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(11) The authority of the Secretary to carry out section 224B.''. (b) Conforming Amendments Relating to Existing Functions and Authorities.-- (1) Existing functions of office of homeland security of department relating to intelligence on threats to food and agriculture critical infrastructure sector.-- (A) In general.--Section 221(d) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act (7 U.S.C. 6922(d)) is amended-- (i) by striking paragraphs (4) and (5); and (ii) by redesignating paragraphs (6) through (8) as paragraphs (4) through (6), respectively. ( 2) Carrying out interagency exchange program for defense of food and agriculture critical infrastructure sector.-- Section 221(e) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act (7 U.S.C. 6922(e)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) Authority of director of office of intelligence and counterintelligence.--The Secretary shall carry out this subsection acting through the Director of the Office of Intelligence of the Department.''. ( 3) Coordinating with intelligence community on potential threats to agriculture.--Section 335(a)(3) of the Public Health Security and Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act of 2002 (7 U.S.C. 3354(a)(3)) is amended by striking ``strengthen coordination'' and inserting ``acting through the Director of the Office of Intelligence in the Department of Agriculture, strengthen coordination''. (

To establish the Office of Intelligence in the Department of Agriculture, and for other purposes. is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. The Office shall be under the National Intelligence Program. ``(4) Detail of personnel of intelligence community.--Upon the request of the Director, the head of an element of the intelligence community may detail any of the personnel of such element to assist the Office in carrying out its duties. ``(2) The Office shall focus on understanding foreign efforts to-- ``(A) steal United States agriculture knowledge and technology; and ``(B) develop or implement biological warfare attacks, cyber or clandestine operations, or other means of sabotaging and disrupting United States agriculture. ``(5) The Office shall collaborate with the intelligence community to downgrade intelligence assessments for broader dissemination within the Department. ``(3) The term `Office' means the Office of Intelligence of the Department established under subsection (a).''. ( 2) Carrying out interagency exchange program for defense of food and agriculture critical infrastructure sector.-- Section 221(e) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act (7 U.S.C. 6922(e)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) Authority of director of office of intelligence and counterintelligence.--The Secretary shall carry out this subsection acting through the Director of the Office of Intelligence of the Department.''. ( 3) Coordinating with intelligence community on potential threats to agriculture.--Section 335(a)(3) of the Public Health Security and Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act of 2002 (7 U.S.C. 3354(a)(3)) is amended by striking ``strengthen coordination'' and inserting ``acting through the Director of the Office of Intelligence in the Department of Agriculture, strengthen coordination''. (

To establish the Office of Intelligence in the Department of Agriculture, and for other purposes. The Office shall be under the National Intelligence Program. ``(b) Director.-- ``(1) In general.--The Office shall be headed by the Director of the Office of Intelligence, who shall be an employee in the Senior Executive Service and who shall be appointed by the Secretary. ``(3) Staff.--The Director may appoint and fix the compensation of such staff as the Director considers appropriate, except that the Director may not appoint more than 5 full-time equivalent positions at an annual rate of pay equal to or greater than the maximum rate of basic pay for GS-15 of the General Schedule. ``(4) Detail of personnel of intelligence community.--Upon the request of the Director, the head of an element of the intelligence community may detail any of the personnel of such element to assist the Office in carrying out its duties. ``(4) The Office shall operate as the liaison between the Secretary and the intelligence community, with the authority to request intelligence collection and analysis on matters related to United States agriculture. 2) Conforming amendments.-- (A) Subtitle A of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994 is amended by redesignating the first section 225 (relating to Food Access Liaison) (7 U.S.C. 6925) as section 224A. (B) Section 296(b) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994 (7 U.S.C. 7014(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(11) The authority of the Secretary to carry out section 224B.''. (b) Conforming Amendments Relating to Existing Functions and Authorities.-- (1) Existing functions of office of homeland security of department relating to intelligence on threats to food and agriculture critical infrastructure sector.-- (A) In general.--Section 221(d) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act (7 U.S.C. 6922(d)) is amended-- (i) by striking paragraphs (4) and (5); and (ii) by redesignating paragraphs (6) through (8) as paragraphs (4) through (6), respectively. ( 2) Carrying out interagency exchange program for defense of food and agriculture critical infrastructure sector.-- Section 221(e) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act (7 U.S.C. 6922(e)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) Authority of director of office of intelligence and counterintelligence.--The Secretary shall carry out this subsection acting through the Director of the Office of Intelligence of the Department.''. ( 3) Coordinating with intelligence community on potential threats to agriculture.--Section 335(a)(3) of the Public Health Security and Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act of 2002 (7 U.S.C. 3354(a)(3)) is amended by striking ``strengthen coordination'' and inserting ``acting through the Director of the Office of Intelligence in the Department of Agriculture, strengthen coordination''. (

To establish the Office of Intelligence in the Department of Agriculture, and for other purposes. is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. The Office shall be under the National Intelligence Program. ``(4) Detail of personnel of intelligence community.--Upon the request of the Director, the head of an element of the intelligence community may detail any of the personnel of such element to assist the Office in carrying out its duties. ``(2) The Office shall focus on understanding foreign efforts to-- ``(A) steal United States agriculture knowledge and technology; and ``(B) develop or implement biological warfare attacks, cyber or clandestine operations, or other means of sabotaging and disrupting United States agriculture. ``(5) The Office shall collaborate with the intelligence community to downgrade intelligence assessments for broader dissemination within the Department. ``(3) The term `Office' means the Office of Intelligence of the Department established under subsection (a).''. ( 2) Carrying out interagency exchange program for defense of food and agriculture critical infrastructure sector.-- Section 221(e) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act (7 U.S.C. 6922(e)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) Authority of director of office of intelligence and counterintelligence.--The Secretary shall carry out this subsection acting through the Director of the Office of Intelligence of the Department.''. ( 3) Coordinating with intelligence community on potential threats to agriculture.--Section 335(a)(3) of the Public Health Security and Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act of 2002 (7 U.S.C. 3354(a)(3)) is amended by striking ``strengthen coordination'' and inserting ``acting through the Director of the Office of Intelligence in the Department of Agriculture, strengthen coordination''. (

To establish the Office of Intelligence in the Department of Agriculture, and for other purposes. ``(4) Detail of personnel of intelligence community.--Upon the request of the Director, the head of an element of the intelligence community may detail any of the personnel of such element to assist the Office in carrying out its duties. 7014(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(11) The authority of the Secretary to carry out section 224B.''. ( 2) Carrying out interagency exchange program for defense of food and agriculture critical infrastructure sector.-- Section 221(e) of the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act (7 U.S.C. 6922(e)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) Authority of director of office of intelligence and counterintelligence.--The Secretary shall carry out this subsection acting through the Director of the Office of Intelligence of the Department.''. (

H.R.7655

Health

Mindless Mask Mandate on Planes Act of 2022 This bill prohibits the Department of Health and Human Services from mandating the wearing of masks, face coverings, or other accessories during domestic air travel. It also retroactively mitigates penalties associated with refusing to comply with such a mandate during the COVID-19 pandemic. Within 30 days of the bill's enactment, federal agencies and private air carriers must remove from their no-fly lists any individual placed on a list solely because of a refusal to comply with a mask mandate. Federal agencies must also refund within 30 days any fines issued to individuals solely based on such a refusal. An individual who does not receive a refund in that time frame may sue for compensatory and punitive damages.

To amend the Public Health Service Act to limit certain authority of the Department of Health and Human Services to require individuals to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory during domestic air travel, to require the refund of civil fines imposed for refusal to wear such an accessory, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Mindless Mask Mandate on Planes Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. LIMITATION ON HHS AUTHORITY. Section 361(a) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 264(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``The authority vested by this subsection to prevent the introduction, transmission, or spread of communicable diseases from one State or possession into any other State or possession does not include the authority to require any individual to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory during domestic air travel.''. SEC. 3. NO FLY LISTS. (a) Federal No Fly Lists.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the head of any Federal department or agency that maintains a no fly list, including the Secretary of Transportation and the Secretary of Homeland Security, shall remove from the no fly list of the respective department or agency any individual who is included on such no fly list for the sole premise of refusing to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory required by any Federal department or agency related to the COVID-19 pandemic during domestic air travel. (b) Private No Fly Lists.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, an air carrier shall remove from any no fly list maintained by such air carrier any individual who is included on such no fly list for the sole premise of refusing to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory related to the COVID-19 pandemic during domestic air travel. (c) No Fly List Defined.--In this section, the term ``no fly list'' means any list of individuals who are prohibited from domestic air travel, including any such list referred to as a ``no fly list'', ``selectee list'', or ``do not board list''. SEC. 4. REFUND OF FINES. (a) Requirement.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the head of each Federal department or agency that issued a fine to an individual based on the sole premise of the individual's refusal to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory required by any Federal department or agency related to the COVID-19 pandemic during domestic air travel shall issue a refund to such individual. The refund under this subsection shall be in the full amount paid, and shall include the individual's attorney's fees, as applicable. (b) Right of Action.--Beginning on the date that is 31 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, an individual who has not been issued a refund as required by subsection (a) may bring a civil action in a district court of the United States against the head of any Federal department or agency that issued the fine for compensatory damages and punitive damages. <all>

Mindless Mask Mandate on Planes Act of 2022

To amend the Public Health Service Act to limit certain authority of the Department of Health and Human Services to require individuals to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory during domestic air travel, to require the refund of civil fines imposed for refusal to wear such an accessory, and for other purposes.

Mindless Mask Mandate on Planes Act of 2022

Rep. Mullin, Markwayne

R

OK

This bill prohibits the Department of Health and Human Services from mandating the wearing of masks, face coverings, or other accessories during domestic air travel. It also retroactively mitigates penalties associated with refusing to comply with such a mandate during the COVID-19 pandemic. Within 30 days of the bill's enactment, federal agencies and private air carriers must remove from their no-fly lists any individual placed on a list solely because of a refusal to comply with a mask mandate. Federal agencies must also refund within 30 days any fines issued to individuals solely based on such a refusal. An individual who does not receive a refund in that time frame may sue for compensatory and punitive damages.

To amend the Public Health Service Act to limit certain authority of the Department of Health and Human Services to require individuals to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory during domestic air travel, to require the refund of civil fines imposed for refusal to wear such an accessory, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Mindless Mask Mandate on Planes Act of 2022''. 2. LIMITATION ON HHS AUTHORITY. Section 361(a) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 264(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``The authority vested by this subsection to prevent the introduction, transmission, or spread of communicable diseases from one State or possession into any other State or possession does not include the authority to require any individual to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory during domestic air travel.''. 3. NO FLY LISTS. (b) Private No Fly Lists.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, an air carrier shall remove from any no fly list maintained by such air carrier any individual who is included on such no fly list for the sole premise of refusing to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory related to the COVID-19 pandemic during domestic air travel. (c) No Fly List Defined.--In this section, the term ``no fly list'' means any list of individuals who are prohibited from domestic air travel, including any such list referred to as a ``no fly list'', ``selectee list'', or ``do not board list''. SEC. 4. (a) Requirement.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the head of each Federal department or agency that issued a fine to an individual based on the sole premise of the individual's refusal to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory required by any Federal department or agency related to the COVID-19 pandemic during domestic air travel shall issue a refund to such individual. The refund under this subsection shall be in the full amount paid, and shall include the individual's attorney's fees, as applicable. (b) Right of Action.--Beginning on the date that is 31 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, an individual who has not been issued a refund as required by subsection (a) may bring a civil action in a district court of the United States against the head of any Federal department or agency that issued the fine for compensatory damages and punitive damages.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Mindless Mask Mandate on Planes Act of 2022''. 2. LIMITATION ON HHS AUTHORITY. Section 361(a) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 264(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``The authority vested by this subsection to prevent the introduction, transmission, or spread of communicable diseases from one State or possession into any other State or possession does not include the authority to require any individual to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory during domestic air travel.''. 3. NO FLY LISTS. (c) No Fly List Defined.--In this section, the term ``no fly list'' means any list of individuals who are prohibited from domestic air travel, including any such list referred to as a ``no fly list'', ``selectee list'', or ``do not board list''. SEC. 4. (a) Requirement.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the head of each Federal department or agency that issued a fine to an individual based on the sole premise of the individual's refusal to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory required by any Federal department or agency related to the COVID-19 pandemic during domestic air travel shall issue a refund to such individual. The refund under this subsection shall be in the full amount paid, and shall include the individual's attorney's fees, as applicable. (b) Right of Action.--Beginning on the date that is 31 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, an individual who has not been issued a refund as required by subsection (a) may bring a civil action in a district court of the United States against the head of any Federal department or agency that issued the fine for compensatory damages and punitive damages.

To amend the Public Health Service Act to limit certain authority of the Department of Health and Human Services to require individuals to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory during domestic air travel, to require the refund of civil fines imposed for refusal to wear such an accessory, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Mindless Mask Mandate on Planes Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. LIMITATION ON HHS AUTHORITY. Section 361(a) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 264(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``The authority vested by this subsection to prevent the introduction, transmission, or spread of communicable diseases from one State or possession into any other State or possession does not include the authority to require any individual to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory during domestic air travel.''. SEC. 3. NO FLY LISTS. (a) Federal No Fly Lists.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the head of any Federal department or agency that maintains a no fly list, including the Secretary of Transportation and the Secretary of Homeland Security, shall remove from the no fly list of the respective department or agency any individual who is included on such no fly list for the sole premise of refusing to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory required by any Federal department or agency related to the COVID-19 pandemic during domestic air travel. (b) Private No Fly Lists.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, an air carrier shall remove from any no fly list maintained by such air carrier any individual who is included on such no fly list for the sole premise of refusing to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory related to the COVID-19 pandemic during domestic air travel. (c) No Fly List Defined.--In this section, the term ``no fly list'' means any list of individuals who are prohibited from domestic air travel, including any such list referred to as a ``no fly list'', ``selectee list'', or ``do not board list''. SEC. 4. REFUND OF FINES. (a) Requirement.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the head of each Federal department or agency that issued a fine to an individual based on the sole premise of the individual's refusal to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory required by any Federal department or agency related to the COVID-19 pandemic during domestic air travel shall issue a refund to such individual. The refund under this subsection shall be in the full amount paid, and shall include the individual's attorney's fees, as applicable. (b) Right of Action.--Beginning on the date that is 31 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, an individual who has not been issued a refund as required by subsection (a) may bring a civil action in a district court of the United States against the head of any Federal department or agency that issued the fine for compensatory damages and punitive damages. <all>

To amend the Public Health Service Act to limit certain authority of the Department of Health and Human Services to require individuals to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory during domestic air travel, to require the refund of civil fines imposed for refusal to wear such an accessory, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Mindless Mask Mandate on Planes Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. LIMITATION ON HHS AUTHORITY. Section 361(a) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 264(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``The authority vested by this subsection to prevent the introduction, transmission, or spread of communicable diseases from one State or possession into any other State or possession does not include the authority to require any individual to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory during domestic air travel.''. SEC. 3. NO FLY LISTS. (a) Federal No Fly Lists.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the head of any Federal department or agency that maintains a no fly list, including the Secretary of Transportation and the Secretary of Homeland Security, shall remove from the no fly list of the respective department or agency any individual who is included on such no fly list for the sole premise of refusing to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory required by any Federal department or agency related to the COVID-19 pandemic during domestic air travel. (b) Private No Fly Lists.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, an air carrier shall remove from any no fly list maintained by such air carrier any individual who is included on such no fly list for the sole premise of refusing to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory related to the COVID-19 pandemic during domestic air travel. (c) No Fly List Defined.--In this section, the term ``no fly list'' means any list of individuals who are prohibited from domestic air travel, including any such list referred to as a ``no fly list'', ``selectee list'', or ``do not board list''. SEC. 4. REFUND OF FINES. (a) Requirement.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the head of each Federal department or agency that issued a fine to an individual based on the sole premise of the individual's refusal to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory required by any Federal department or agency related to the COVID-19 pandemic during domestic air travel shall issue a refund to such individual. The refund under this subsection shall be in the full amount paid, and shall include the individual's attorney's fees, as applicable. (b) Right of Action.--Beginning on the date that is 31 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, an individual who has not been issued a refund as required by subsection (a) may bring a civil action in a district court of the United States against the head of any Federal department or agency that issued the fine for compensatory damages and punitive damages. <all>

To amend the Public Health Service Act to limit certain authority of the Department of Health and Human Services to require individuals to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory during domestic air travel, to require the refund of civil fines imposed for refusal to wear such an accessory, and for other purposes. Section 361(a) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 264(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``The authority vested by this subsection to prevent the introduction, transmission, or spread of communicable diseases from one State or possession into any other State or possession does not include the authority to require any individual to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory during domestic air travel.''. (a) Federal No Fly Lists.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the head of any Federal department or agency that maintains a no fly list, including the Secretary of Transportation and the Secretary of Homeland Security, shall remove from the no fly list of the respective department or agency any individual who is included on such no fly list for the sole premise of refusing to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory required by any Federal department or agency related to the COVID-19 pandemic during domestic air travel. ( b) Private No Fly Lists.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, an air carrier shall remove from any no fly list maintained by such air carrier any individual who is included on such no fly list for the sole premise of refusing to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory related to the COVID-19 pandemic during domestic air travel. ( (a) Requirement.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the head of each Federal department or agency that issued a fine to an individual based on the sole premise of the individual's refusal to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory required by any Federal department or agency related to the COVID-19 pandemic during domestic air travel shall issue a refund to such individual. b) Right of Action.--Beginning on the date that is 31 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, an individual who has not been issued a refund as required by subsection (a) may bring a civil action in a district court of the United States against the head of any Federal department or agency that issued the fine for compensatory damages and punitive damages.

To amend the Public Health Service Act to limit certain authority of the Department of Health and Human Services to require individuals to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory during domestic air travel, to require the refund of civil fines imposed for refusal to wear such an accessory, and for other purposes. a) Federal No Fly Lists.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the head of any Federal department or agency that maintains a no fly list, including the Secretary of Transportation and the Secretary of Homeland Security, shall remove from the no fly list of the respective department or agency any individual who is included on such no fly list for the sole premise of refusing to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory required by any Federal department or agency related to the COVID-19 pandemic during domestic air travel. ( (c) No Fly List Defined.--In this section, the term ``no fly list'' means any list of individuals who are prohibited from domestic air travel, including any such list referred to as a ``no fly list'', ``selectee list'', or ``do not board list''. b) Right of Action.--Beginning on the date that is 31 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, an individual who has not been issued a refund as required by subsection (a) may bring a civil action in a district court of the United States against the head of any Federal department or agency that issued the fine for compensatory damages and punitive damages.

To amend the Public Health Service Act to limit certain authority of the Department of Health and Human Services to require individuals to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory during domestic air travel, to require the refund of civil fines imposed for refusal to wear such an accessory, and for other purposes. a) Federal No Fly Lists.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the head of any Federal department or agency that maintains a no fly list, including the Secretary of Transportation and the Secretary of Homeland Security, shall remove from the no fly list of the respective department or agency any individual who is included on such no fly list for the sole premise of refusing to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory required by any Federal department or agency related to the COVID-19 pandemic during domestic air travel. ( (c) No Fly List Defined.--In this section, the term ``no fly list'' means any list of individuals who are prohibited from domestic air travel, including any such list referred to as a ``no fly list'', ``selectee list'', or ``do not board list''. b) Right of Action.--Beginning on the date that is 31 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, an individual who has not been issued a refund as required by subsection (a) may bring a civil action in a district court of the United States against the head of any Federal department or agency that issued the fine for compensatory damages and punitive damages.

To amend the Public Health Service Act to limit certain authority of the Department of Health and Human Services to require individuals to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory during domestic air travel, to require the refund of civil fines imposed for refusal to wear such an accessory, and for other purposes. Section 361(a) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 264(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``The authority vested by this subsection to prevent the introduction, transmission, or spread of communicable diseases from one State or possession into any other State or possession does not include the authority to require any individual to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory during domestic air travel.''. (a) Federal No Fly Lists.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the head of any Federal department or agency that maintains a no fly list, including the Secretary of Transportation and the Secretary of Homeland Security, shall remove from the no fly list of the respective department or agency any individual who is included on such no fly list for the sole premise of refusing to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory required by any Federal department or agency related to the COVID-19 pandemic during domestic air travel. ( b) Private No Fly Lists.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, an air carrier shall remove from any no fly list maintained by such air carrier any individual who is included on such no fly list for the sole premise of refusing to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory related to the COVID-19 pandemic during domestic air travel. ( (a) Requirement.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the head of each Federal department or agency that issued a fine to an individual based on the sole premise of the individual's refusal to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory required by any Federal department or agency related to the COVID-19 pandemic during domestic air travel shall issue a refund to such individual. b) Right of Action.--Beginning on the date that is 31 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, an individual who has not been issued a refund as required by subsection (a) may bring a civil action in a district court of the United States against the head of any Federal department or agency that issued the fine for compensatory damages and punitive damages.

To amend the Public Health Service Act to limit certain authority of the Department of Health and Human Services to require individuals to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory during domestic air travel, to require the refund of civil fines imposed for refusal to wear such an accessory, and for other purposes. a) Federal No Fly Lists.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the head of any Federal department or agency that maintains a no fly list, including the Secretary of Transportation and the Secretary of Homeland Security, shall remove from the no fly list of the respective department or agency any individual who is included on such no fly list for the sole premise of refusing to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory required by any Federal department or agency related to the COVID-19 pandemic during domestic air travel. ( (c) No Fly List Defined.--In this section, the term ``no fly list'' means any list of individuals who are prohibited from domestic air travel, including any such list referred to as a ``no fly list'', ``selectee list'', or ``do not board list''. b) Right of Action.--Beginning on the date that is 31 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, an individual who has not been issued a refund as required by subsection (a) may bring a civil action in a district court of the United States against the head of any Federal department or agency that issued the fine for compensatory damages and punitive damages.

To amend the Public Health Service Act to limit certain authority of the Department of Health and Human Services to require individuals to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory during domestic air travel, to require the refund of civil fines imposed for refusal to wear such an accessory, and for other purposes. Section 361(a) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 264(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``The authority vested by this subsection to prevent the introduction, transmission, or spread of communicable diseases from one State or possession into any other State or possession does not include the authority to require any individual to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory during domestic air travel.''. (a) Federal No Fly Lists.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the head of any Federal department or agency that maintains a no fly list, including the Secretary of Transportation and the Secretary of Homeland Security, shall remove from the no fly list of the respective department or agency any individual who is included on such no fly list for the sole premise of refusing to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory required by any Federal department or agency related to the COVID-19 pandemic during domestic air travel. ( b) Private No Fly Lists.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, an air carrier shall remove from any no fly list maintained by such air carrier any individual who is included on such no fly list for the sole premise of refusing to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory related to the COVID-19 pandemic during domestic air travel. ( (a) Requirement.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the head of each Federal department or agency that issued a fine to an individual based on the sole premise of the individual's refusal to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory required by any Federal department or agency related to the COVID-19 pandemic during domestic air travel shall issue a refund to such individual. b) Right of Action.--Beginning on the date that is 31 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, an individual who has not been issued a refund as required by subsection (a) may bring a civil action in a district court of the United States against the head of any Federal department or agency that issued the fine for compensatory damages and punitive damages.

To amend the Public Health Service Act to limit certain authority of the Department of Health and Human Services to require individuals to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory during domestic air travel, to require the refund of civil fines imposed for refusal to wear such an accessory, and for other purposes. a) Federal No Fly Lists.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the head of any Federal department or agency that maintains a no fly list, including the Secretary of Transportation and the Secretary of Homeland Security, shall remove from the no fly list of the respective department or agency any individual who is included on such no fly list for the sole premise of refusing to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory required by any Federal department or agency related to the COVID-19 pandemic during domestic air travel. ( (c) No Fly List Defined.--In this section, the term ``no fly list'' means any list of individuals who are prohibited from domestic air travel, including any such list referred to as a ``no fly list'', ``selectee list'', or ``do not board list''. b) Right of Action.--Beginning on the date that is 31 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, an individual who has not been issued a refund as required by subsection (a) may bring a civil action in a district court of the United States against the head of any Federal department or agency that issued the fine for compensatory damages and punitive damages.

To amend the Public Health Service Act to limit certain authority of the Department of Health and Human Services to require individuals to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory during domestic air travel, to require the refund of civil fines imposed for refusal to wear such an accessory, and for other purposes. Section 361(a) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 264(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``The authority vested by this subsection to prevent the introduction, transmission, or spread of communicable diseases from one State or possession into any other State or possession does not include the authority to require any individual to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory during domestic air travel.''. (a) Federal No Fly Lists.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the head of any Federal department or agency that maintains a no fly list, including the Secretary of Transportation and the Secretary of Homeland Security, shall remove from the no fly list of the respective department or agency any individual who is included on such no fly list for the sole premise of refusing to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory required by any Federal department or agency related to the COVID-19 pandemic during domestic air travel. ( b) Private No Fly Lists.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, an air carrier shall remove from any no fly list maintained by such air carrier any individual who is included on such no fly list for the sole premise of refusing to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory related to the COVID-19 pandemic during domestic air travel. ( (a) Requirement.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the head of each Federal department or agency that issued a fine to an individual based on the sole premise of the individual's refusal to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory required by any Federal department or agency related to the COVID-19 pandemic during domestic air travel shall issue a refund to such individual. b) Right of Action.--Beginning on the date that is 31 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, an individual who has not been issued a refund as required by subsection (a) may bring a civil action in a district court of the United States against the head of any Federal department or agency that issued the fine for compensatory damages and punitive damages.

To amend the Public Health Service Act to limit certain authority of the Department of Health and Human Services to require individuals to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory during domestic air travel, to require the refund of civil fines imposed for refusal to wear such an accessory, and for other purposes. a) Federal No Fly Lists.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the head of any Federal department or agency that maintains a no fly list, including the Secretary of Transportation and the Secretary of Homeland Security, shall remove from the no fly list of the respective department or agency any individual who is included on such no fly list for the sole premise of refusing to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory required by any Federal department or agency related to the COVID-19 pandemic during domestic air travel. ( (c) No Fly List Defined.--In this section, the term ``no fly list'' means any list of individuals who are prohibited from domestic air travel, including any such list referred to as a ``no fly list'', ``selectee list'', or ``do not board list''. b) Right of Action.--Beginning on the date that is 31 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, an individual who has not been issued a refund as required by subsection (a) may bring a civil action in a district court of the United States against the head of any Federal department or agency that issued the fine for compensatory damages and punitive damages.

To amend the Public Health Service Act to limit certain authority of the Department of Health and Human Services to require individuals to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory during domestic air travel, to require the refund of civil fines imposed for refusal to wear such an accessory, and for other purposes. Section 361(a) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 264(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``The authority vested by this subsection to prevent the introduction, transmission, or spread of communicable diseases from one State or possession into any other State or possession does not include the authority to require any individual to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory during domestic air travel.''. ( ( b) Private No Fly Lists.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, an air carrier shall remove from any no fly list maintained by such air carrier any individual who is included on such no fly list for the sole premise of refusing to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory related to the COVID-19 pandemic during domestic air travel. ( ( a) Requirement.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the head of each Federal department or agency that issued a fine to an individual based on the sole premise of the individual's refusal to wear a mask, a face covering, or any other accessory required by any Federal department or agency related to the COVID-19 pandemic during domestic air travel shall issue a refund to such individual.

H.R.9029

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Ouachita National Forest Overnight Camping Act This bill requires the identification and development of campsites and related facilities in the Ouachita National Forest in Arkansas. The Department of Agriculture (USDA) shall (1) identify areas within Albert Pike Recreation Area that may be suitable for overnight camping; (2) review each area identified; and (3) from the areas identified, select and establish campsites and related facilities within the recreation area for public use. USDA must ensure (1) that at least 54 campsites are available, of which not less than 8 shall have electric and water hookups; and (2) that each campsite and related facility identified or established is located outside of the 1% annual exceedance probability flood elevation. Not later than 30 days after the enactment of this bill, USDA shall open each campsite within the recreation area that (1) exists on the enactment of this bill, and (2) is located outside of the 1% annual exceedance probability flood elevation.

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to identify and develop campsites and related facilities for public use in the Ouachita National Forest, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Ouachita National Forest Overnight Camping Act''. SEC. 2. RESTORATION OF OVERNIGHT CAMPSITES. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall-- (1) not later than 6 months after the date of the enactment of this Act, identify areas within Albert Pike Recreation Area that may be suitable for overnight camping; and (2) not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act-- (A) review each area identified under paragraph (1); and (B) from the areas so identified, select and establish campsites and related facilities within Albert Pike Recreation Area for public use. (b) Requirements Related to Campsites and Related Facilities.--The Secretary shall-- (1) ensure that at least 54 campsites are available under subsection (a), of which not less than 8 shall have electric and water hookups; and (2) ensure that each campsite and related facility identified or established under subsection (a) is located outside of the 1 percent annual exceedance probability flood elevation. (c) Reopening of Certain Sites.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall open each campsite within Albert Pike Recreation Area that-- (1) exists on the date of the enactment of this Act; and (2) is located outside of the 1 percent annual exceedance probability flood elevation. (d) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Albert pike recreation area.--The term ``Albert Pike Recreation Area'' means the Albert Pike Recreation Area and grounds associated with such area located in the Ouachita National Forest, approximately six miles north of Langley, Arkansas in southern Montgomery County, Arkansas. (2) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Agriculture. <all>

Ouachita National Forest Overnight Camping Act

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to identify and develop campsites and related facilities for public use in the Ouachita National Forest, and for other purposes.

Ouachita National Forest Overnight Camping Act

Rep. Westerman, Bruce

R

AR

This bill requires the identification and development of campsites and related facilities in the Ouachita National Forest in Arkansas. The Department of Agriculture (USDA) shall (1) identify areas within Albert Pike Recreation Area that may be suitable for overnight camping; (2) review each area identified; and (3) from the areas identified, select and establish campsites and related facilities within the recreation area for public use. USDA must ensure (1) that at least 54 campsites are available, of which not less than 8 shall have electric and water hookups; and (2) that each campsite and related facility identified or established is located outside of the 1% annual exceedance probability flood elevation. Not later than 30 days after the enactment of this bill, USDA shall open each campsite within the recreation area that (1) exists on the enactment of this bill, and (2) is located outside of the 1% annual exceedance probability flood elevation.

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to identify and develop campsites and related facilities for public use in the Ouachita National Forest, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Ouachita National Forest Overnight Camping Act''. SEC. 2. RESTORATION OF OVERNIGHT CAMPSITES. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall-- (1) not later than 6 months after the date of the enactment of this Act, identify areas within Albert Pike Recreation Area that may be suitable for overnight camping; and (2) not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act-- (A) review each area identified under paragraph (1); and (B) from the areas so identified, select and establish campsites and related facilities within Albert Pike Recreation Area for public use. (b) Requirements Related to Campsites and Related Facilities.--The Secretary shall-- (1) ensure that at least 54 campsites are available under subsection (a), of which not less than 8 shall have electric and water hookups; and (2) ensure that each campsite and related facility identified or established under subsection (a) is located outside of the 1 percent annual exceedance probability flood elevation. (c) Reopening of Certain Sites.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall open each campsite within Albert Pike Recreation Area that-- (1) exists on the date of the enactment of this Act; and (2) is located outside of the 1 percent annual exceedance probability flood elevation. (d) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Albert pike recreation area.--The term ``Albert Pike Recreation Area'' means the Albert Pike Recreation Area and grounds associated with such area located in the Ouachita National Forest, approximately six miles north of Langley, Arkansas in southern Montgomery County, Arkansas. (2) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Agriculture. <all>

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to identify and develop campsites and related facilities for public use in the Ouachita National Forest, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Ouachita National Forest Overnight Camping Act''. SEC. 2. RESTORATION OF OVERNIGHT CAMPSITES. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall-- (1) not later than 6 months after the date of the enactment of this Act, identify areas within Albert Pike Recreation Area that may be suitable for overnight camping; and (2) not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act-- (A) review each area identified under paragraph (1); and (B) from the areas so identified, select and establish campsites and related facilities within Albert Pike Recreation Area for public use. (b) Requirements Related to Campsites and Related Facilities.--The Secretary shall-- (1) ensure that at least 54 campsites are available under subsection (a), of which not less than 8 shall have electric and water hookups; and (2) ensure that each campsite and related facility identified or established under subsection (a) is located outside of the 1 percent annual exceedance probability flood elevation. (c) Reopening of Certain Sites.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall open each campsite within Albert Pike Recreation Area that-- (1) exists on the date of the enactment of this Act; and (2) is located outside of the 1 percent annual exceedance probability flood elevation. (d) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Albert pike recreation area.--The term ``Albert Pike Recreation Area'' means the Albert Pike Recreation Area and grounds associated with such area located in the Ouachita National Forest, approximately six miles north of Langley, Arkansas in southern Montgomery County, Arkansas. (2) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Agriculture. <all>

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to identify and develop campsites and related facilities for public use in the Ouachita National Forest, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Ouachita National Forest Overnight Camping Act''. SEC. 2. RESTORATION OF OVERNIGHT CAMPSITES. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall-- (1) not later than 6 months after the date of the enactment of this Act, identify areas within Albert Pike Recreation Area that may be suitable for overnight camping; and (2) not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act-- (A) review each area identified under paragraph (1); and (B) from the areas so identified, select and establish campsites and related facilities within Albert Pike Recreation Area for public use. (b) Requirements Related to Campsites and Related Facilities.--The Secretary shall-- (1) ensure that at least 54 campsites are available under subsection (a), of which not less than 8 shall have electric and water hookups; and (2) ensure that each campsite and related facility identified or established under subsection (a) is located outside of the 1 percent annual exceedance probability flood elevation. (c) Reopening of Certain Sites.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall open each campsite within Albert Pike Recreation Area that-- (1) exists on the date of the enactment of this Act; and (2) is located outside of the 1 percent annual exceedance probability flood elevation. (d) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Albert pike recreation area.--The term ``Albert Pike Recreation Area'' means the Albert Pike Recreation Area and grounds associated with such area located in the Ouachita National Forest, approximately six miles north of Langley, Arkansas in southern Montgomery County, Arkansas. (2) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Agriculture. <all>

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to identify and develop campsites and related facilities for public use in the Ouachita National Forest, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Ouachita National Forest Overnight Camping Act''. SEC. 2. RESTORATION OF OVERNIGHT CAMPSITES. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall-- (1) not later than 6 months after the date of the enactment of this Act, identify areas within Albert Pike Recreation Area that may be suitable for overnight camping; and (2) not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act-- (A) review each area identified under paragraph (1); and (B) from the areas so identified, select and establish campsites and related facilities within Albert Pike Recreation Area for public use. (b) Requirements Related to Campsites and Related Facilities.--The Secretary shall-- (1) ensure that at least 54 campsites are available under subsection (a), of which not less than 8 shall have electric and water hookups; and (2) ensure that each campsite and related facility identified or established under subsection (a) is located outside of the 1 percent annual exceedance probability flood elevation. (c) Reopening of Certain Sites.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall open each campsite within Albert Pike Recreation Area that-- (1) exists on the date of the enactment of this Act; and (2) is located outside of the 1 percent annual exceedance probability flood elevation. (d) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Albert pike recreation area.--The term ``Albert Pike Recreation Area'' means the Albert Pike Recreation Area and grounds associated with such area located in the Ouachita National Forest, approximately six miles north of Langley, Arkansas in southern Montgomery County, Arkansas. (2) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Agriculture. <all>

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to identify and develop campsites and related facilities for public use in the Ouachita National Forest, and for other purposes. b) Requirements Related to Campsites and Related Facilities.--The Secretary shall-- (1) ensure that at least 54 campsites are available under subsection (a), of which not less than 8 shall have electric and water hookups; and (2) ensure that each campsite and related facility identified or established under subsection (a) is located outside of the 1 percent annual exceedance probability flood elevation. (c) Reopening of Certain Sites.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall open each campsite within Albert Pike Recreation Area that-- (1) exists on the date of the enactment of this Act; and (2) is located outside of the 1 percent annual exceedance probability flood elevation. ( d) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Albert pike recreation area.--The term ``Albert Pike Recreation Area'' means the Albert Pike Recreation Area and grounds associated with such area located in the Ouachita National Forest, approximately six miles north of Langley, Arkansas in southern Montgomery County, Arkansas. (

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to identify and develop campsites and related facilities for public use in the Ouachita National Forest, and for other purposes. b) Requirements Related to Campsites and Related Facilities.--The Secretary shall-- (1) ensure that at least 54 campsites are available under subsection (a), of which not less than 8 shall have electric and water hookups; and (2) ensure that each campsite and related facility identified or established under subsection (a) is located outside of the 1 percent annual exceedance probability flood elevation. (

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to identify and develop campsites and related facilities for public use in the Ouachita National Forest, and for other purposes. b) Requirements Related to Campsites and Related Facilities.--The Secretary shall-- (1) ensure that at least 54 campsites are available under subsection (a), of which not less than 8 shall have electric and water hookups; and (2) ensure that each campsite and related facility identified or established under subsection (a) is located outside of the 1 percent annual exceedance probability flood elevation. (

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to identify and develop campsites and related facilities for public use in the Ouachita National Forest, and for other purposes. b) Requirements Related to Campsites and Related Facilities.--The Secretary shall-- (1) ensure that at least 54 campsites are available under subsection (a), of which not less than 8 shall have electric and water hookups; and (2) ensure that each campsite and related facility identified or established under subsection (a) is located outside of the 1 percent annual exceedance probability flood elevation. (c) Reopening of Certain Sites.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall open each campsite within Albert Pike Recreation Area that-- (1) exists on the date of the enactment of this Act; and (2) is located outside of the 1 percent annual exceedance probability flood elevation. ( d) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Albert pike recreation area.--The term ``Albert Pike Recreation Area'' means the Albert Pike Recreation Area and grounds associated with such area located in the Ouachita National Forest, approximately six miles north of Langley, Arkansas in southern Montgomery County, Arkansas. (

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to identify and develop campsites and related facilities for public use in the Ouachita National Forest, and for other purposes. b) Requirements Related to Campsites and Related Facilities.--The Secretary shall-- (1) ensure that at least 54 campsites are available under subsection (a), of which not less than 8 shall have electric and water hookups; and (2) ensure that each campsite and related facility identified or established under subsection (a) is located outside of the 1 percent annual exceedance probability flood elevation. (

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to identify and develop campsites and related facilities for public use in the Ouachita National Forest, and for other purposes. b) Requirements Related to Campsites and Related Facilities.--The Secretary shall-- (1) ensure that at least 54 campsites are available under subsection (a), of which not less than 8 shall have electric and water hookups; and (2) ensure that each campsite and related facility identified or established under subsection (a) is located outside of the 1 percent annual exceedance probability flood elevation. (c) Reopening of Certain Sites.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall open each campsite within Albert Pike Recreation Area that-- (1) exists on the date of the enactment of this Act; and (2) is located outside of the 1 percent annual exceedance probability flood elevation. ( d) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Albert pike recreation area.--The term ``Albert Pike Recreation Area'' means the Albert Pike Recreation Area and grounds associated with such area located in the Ouachita National Forest, approximately six miles north of Langley, Arkansas in southern Montgomery County, Arkansas. (

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to identify and develop campsites and related facilities for public use in the Ouachita National Forest, and for other purposes. b) Requirements Related to Campsites and Related Facilities.--The Secretary shall-- (1) ensure that at least 54 campsites are available under subsection (a), of which not less than 8 shall have electric and water hookups; and (2) ensure that each campsite and related facility identified or established under subsection (a) is located outside of the 1 percent annual exceedance probability flood elevation. (

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to identify and develop campsites and related facilities for public use in the Ouachita National Forest, and for other purposes. b) Requirements Related to Campsites and Related Facilities.--The Secretary shall-- (1) ensure that at least 54 campsites are available under subsection (a), of which not less than 8 shall have electric and water hookups; and (2) ensure that each campsite and related facility identified or established under subsection (a) is located outside of the 1 percent annual exceedance probability flood elevation. (c) Reopening of Certain Sites.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall open each campsite within Albert Pike Recreation Area that-- (1) exists on the date of the enactment of this Act; and (2) is located outside of the 1 percent annual exceedance probability flood elevation. ( d) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Albert pike recreation area.--The term ``Albert Pike Recreation Area'' means the Albert Pike Recreation Area and grounds associated with such area located in the Ouachita National Forest, approximately six miles north of Langley, Arkansas in southern Montgomery County, Arkansas. (

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to identify and develop campsites and related facilities for public use in the Ouachita National Forest, and for other purposes. b) Requirements Related to Campsites and Related Facilities.--The Secretary shall-- (1) ensure that at least 54 campsites are available under subsection (a), of which not less than 8 shall have electric and water hookups; and (2) ensure that each campsite and related facility identified or established under subsection (a) is located outside of the 1 percent annual exceedance probability flood elevation. (

To require the Secretary of Agriculture to identify and develop campsites and related facilities for public use in the Ouachita National Forest, and for other purposes. b) Requirements Related to Campsites and Related Facilities.--The Secretary shall-- (1) ensure that at least 54 campsites are available under subsection (a), of which not less than 8 shall have electric and water hookups; and (2) ensure that each campsite and related facility identified or established under subsection (a) is located outside of the 1 percent annual exceedance probability flood elevation. (c) Reopening of Certain Sites.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall open each campsite within Albert Pike Recreation Area that-- (1) exists on the date of the enactment of this Act; and (2) is located outside of the 1 percent annual exceedance probability flood elevation. ( d) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Albert pike recreation area.--The term ``Albert Pike Recreation Area'' means the Albert Pike Recreation Area and grounds associated with such area located in the Ouachita National Forest, approximately six miles north of Langley, Arkansas in southern Montgomery County, Arkansas. (

H.R.4832

Water Resources Development

Open Access Evapotranspiration Data Act This bill directs the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) to establish an Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data Program under which the USGS shall provide for delivering satellite-based evapotranspiration data to advance the quantification of evaporation and consumptive water use. The bill defines Evapotranspiration as the process by which water is transferred from the land to the atmosphere by evaporation from soil and other surfaces and transpiration from plants. As part of the program, the USGS shall

To establish the Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data 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 ``Open Access Evapotranspiration Data Act''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Evapotranspiration.--The term ``evapotranspiration'' means the process by which water is transferred from the land to the atmosphere by-- (A) evaporation from soil and other surfaces; and (B) transpiration from plants. (2) Program.--The term ``program'' means the Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data Program established under section 4(a). (3) Program partner.--The term ``program partner'' means-- (A) an institution of higher education; (B) a State (including a State agency); (C) a private sector entity; (D) a nongovernmental organization; or (E) any other entity determined to be appropriate by the Secretary. (4) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Director of the United States Geological Survey. SEC. 3. FINDINGS. Congress finds that-- (1) evapotranspiration is the second largest component of the water budget, which is an accounting of the allocation of water resources to various water uses; (2) evapotranspiration is a measure of the water that is consumed and lost from a water system, removed from available supplies, and unavailable for other uses within a watershed; (3) accurate information on evapotranspiration is required to balance water supply and water demand in a watershed and ensure that adequate water supplies for beneficial uses are available over time; (4) water users and managers are impeded in more efficient decisionmaking by-- (A) the lack of consistent and comprehensive water use data; and (B) the fact that access to existing data is often limited and cost-prohibitive; and (5) evapotranspiration data may be applied for the purposes of-- (A) assisting users and decisionmakers to better manage resources and protect financial viability of farm operations during drought; (B) developing more accurate water budgets and innovative management programs to better promote conservation and sustainability efforts; and (C) employing greater groundwater management practices and understanding impacts of consumptive water use. SEC. 4. OPEN ACCESS EVAPOTRANSPIRATION (OPENET) DATA PROGRAM. (a) Establishment.--The Secretary shall establish an Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data Program under which the Secretary shall provide for the delivery of satellite-based evapotranspiration data-- (1) to advance the quantification of evaporation and consumptive water use; and (2) to provide data users with field-scale estimates of evapotranspiration data across large landscapes over certain periods of time. (b) Purpose.--The purpose of the program is to support the operational distribution of satellite-based evapotranspiration data generated under the program to sustain and enhance water resources in the United States. (c) Duties.--In carrying out the program, the Secretary shall-- (1) evaluate, use, and modify sources of satellite-based evapotranspiration data based on best available science and technologies; and (2) coordinate and consult with-- (A) the heads of other relevant Federal agencies, including-- (i) the Commissioner of Reclamation; (ii) the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration; (iii) the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration; (iv) the Administrator of the Agricultural Research Service; and (v) the Chief of the Natural Resources Conservation Service; and (B) program partners. (d) Components.--In carrying out the program, the Secretary shall carry out activities that would develop, maintain, establish, expand, or advance delivery of satellite-based evapotranspiration data to advance the quantification of evaporation and consumptive water use, with an emphasis on carrying out activities that would-- (1) support the development and maintenance of evapotranspiration data and software systems and associated research and development in a manner that ensures that program data are reflective of the best available science, including by providing support to program partners, or coordinating activities with other programs within the Department of the Interior, that have developed and are maintaining evapotranspiration software systems and datasets; (2) demonstrate or test new and existing evapotranspiration measurement technology; (3) improve evapotranspiration measurement science and technology; and (4) develop or refine the application of satellite-based evapotranspiration data available to Federal agencies, States, and Indian Tribes, including the integration of program data into-- (A) the Water Availability and Use Science Program, the National Water Census, and Integrated Water Availability Assessments by the United States Geological Survey; and (B) activities under the WaterSMART program authorized by subtitle F of title IX of the Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009 (42 U.S.C. 10361 et seq.). (e) Use and Availability of Program Data.--The Secretary-- (1) shall incorporate, to the maximum extent practicable, program information and data for purposes of determining consumptive water use on irrigated or other vegetated landscapes for use in water allocation decisions, water budget accounting, and water use reporting; (2) shall coordinate data analyses, use, and collection efforts with other Federal agencies, States, and Tribal governments through existing coordinating organizations, such as-- (A) the Western States Water Council; and (B) the Western States Federal Agency Support Team; and (3) may provide information collected and analyzed under the program to program partners through appropriate mechanisms, including through interagency agreements with Federal agencies, States (including State agencies), or Indian Tribes, leases, contracts, cooperative agreements, grants, loans, and memoranda of understanding. (f) Cooperative Agreements.--The Secretary shall-- (1) enter into cooperative agreements with program partners to provide for the efficient and cost-effective administration of the program, including through cost-sharing or by providing additional in-kind resources necessary to carry out the program; and (2) provide nonreimbursable matching funding for programmatic and operational activities under this section, in consultation with program partners. (g) Environmental Laws.--Nothing in this Act modifies any obligation of the Secretary to comply with applicable Federal and State environmental laws in carrying out this Act. SEC. 5. REPORT. Not later than 4 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committees on Energy and Natural Resources, Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, and Appropriations of the Senate and the Committees on Natural Resources, Agriculture, and Appropriations of the House of Representatives a report that includes-- (1) a status update on the operational incorporation of program data into modeling, water planning, and reporting efforts of relevant Federal agencies, including the Water Availability and Use Science Program of the United States Geological Survey and the WaterSMART program authorized by subtitle F of title IX of the Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009 (42 U.S.C. 10361 et seq.); and (2) a list of Federal agencies and program partners that are applying program data to beneficial use, including a description of examples of beneficial uses. SEC. 6. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out this Act $14,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, to remain available until expended. <all>

Open Access Evapotranspiration Data Act

To establish the Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data Program.

Open Access Evapotranspiration Data Act

Rep. Lee, Susie

D

NV

This bill directs the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) to establish an Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data Program under which the USGS shall provide for delivering satellite-based evapotranspiration data to advance the quantification of evaporation and consumptive water use. The bill defines Evapotranspiration as the process by which water is transferred from the land to the atmosphere by evaporation from soil and other surfaces and transpiration from plants. As part of the program, the USGS shall

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) Evapotranspiration.--The term ``evapotranspiration'' means the process by which water is transferred from the land to the atmosphere by-- (A) evaporation from soil and other surfaces; and (B) transpiration from plants. (4) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Director of the United States Geological Survey. 3. FINDINGS. Congress finds that-- (1) evapotranspiration is the second largest component of the water budget, which is an accounting of the allocation of water resources to various water uses; (2) evapotranspiration is a measure of the water that is consumed and lost from a water system, removed from available supplies, and unavailable for other uses within a watershed; (3) accurate information on evapotranspiration is required to balance water supply and water demand in a watershed and ensure that adequate water supplies for beneficial uses are available over time; (4) water users and managers are impeded in more efficient decisionmaking by-- (A) the lack of consistent and comprehensive water use data; and (B) the fact that access to existing data is often limited and cost-prohibitive; and (5) evapotranspiration data may be applied for the purposes of-- (A) assisting users and decisionmakers to better manage resources and protect financial viability of farm operations during drought; (B) developing more accurate water budgets and innovative management programs to better promote conservation and sustainability efforts; and (C) employing greater groundwater management practices and understanding impacts of consumptive water use. OPEN ACCESS EVAPOTRANSPIRATION (OPENET) DATA PROGRAM. (c) Duties.--In carrying out the program, the Secretary shall-- (1) evaluate, use, and modify sources of satellite-based evapotranspiration data based on best available science and technologies; and (2) coordinate and consult with-- (A) the heads of other relevant Federal agencies, including-- (i) the Commissioner of Reclamation; (ii) the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration; (iii) the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration; (iv) the Administrator of the Agricultural Research Service; and (v) the Chief of the Natural Resources Conservation Service; and (B) program partners. 10361 et seq.). (f) Cooperative Agreements.--The Secretary shall-- (1) enter into cooperative agreements with program partners to provide for the efficient and cost-effective administration of the program, including through cost-sharing or by providing additional in-kind resources necessary to carry out the program; and (2) provide nonreimbursable matching funding for programmatic and operational activities under this section, in consultation with program partners. (g) Environmental Laws.--Nothing in this Act modifies any obligation of the Secretary to comply with applicable Federal and State environmental laws in carrying out this Act. REPORT. SEC. 6. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out this Act $14,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, to remain available until expended.

SHORT TITLE. 2. (4) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Director of the United States Geological Survey. 3. Congress finds that-- (1) evapotranspiration is the second largest component of the water budget, which is an accounting of the allocation of water resources to various water uses; (2) evapotranspiration is a measure of the water that is consumed and lost from a water system, removed from available supplies, and unavailable for other uses within a watershed; (3) accurate information on evapotranspiration is required to balance water supply and water demand in a watershed and ensure that adequate water supplies for beneficial uses are available over time; (4) water users and managers are impeded in more efficient decisionmaking by-- (A) the lack of consistent and comprehensive water use data; and (B) the fact that access to existing data is often limited and cost-prohibitive; and (5) evapotranspiration data may be applied for the purposes of-- (A) assisting users and decisionmakers to better manage resources and protect financial viability of farm operations during drought; (B) developing more accurate water budgets and innovative management programs to better promote conservation and sustainability efforts; and (C) employing greater groundwater management practices and understanding impacts of consumptive water use. OPEN ACCESS EVAPOTRANSPIRATION (OPENET) DATA PROGRAM. 10361 et seq.). (f) Cooperative Agreements.--The Secretary shall-- (1) enter into cooperative agreements with program partners to provide for the efficient and cost-effective administration of the program, including through cost-sharing or by providing additional in-kind resources necessary to carry out the program; and (2) provide nonreimbursable matching funding for programmatic and operational activities under this section, in consultation with program partners. (g) Environmental Laws.--Nothing in this Act modifies any obligation of the Secretary to comply with applicable Federal and State environmental laws in carrying out this Act. REPORT. SEC. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.

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) Evapotranspiration.--The term ``evapotranspiration'' means the process by which water is transferred from the land to the atmosphere by-- (A) evaporation from soil and other surfaces; and (B) transpiration from plants. (3) Program partner.--The term ``program partner'' means-- (A) an institution of higher education; (B) a State (including a State agency); (C) a private sector entity; (D) a nongovernmental organization; or (E) any other entity determined to be appropriate by the Secretary. (4) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Director of the United States Geological Survey. 3. FINDINGS. Congress finds that-- (1) evapotranspiration is the second largest component of the water budget, which is an accounting of the allocation of water resources to various water uses; (2) evapotranspiration is a measure of the water that is consumed and lost from a water system, removed from available supplies, and unavailable for other uses within a watershed; (3) accurate information on evapotranspiration is required to balance water supply and water demand in a watershed and ensure that adequate water supplies for beneficial uses are available over time; (4) water users and managers are impeded in more efficient decisionmaking by-- (A) the lack of consistent and comprehensive water use data; and (B) the fact that access to existing data is often limited and cost-prohibitive; and (5) evapotranspiration data may be applied for the purposes of-- (A) assisting users and decisionmakers to better manage resources and protect financial viability of farm operations during drought; (B) developing more accurate water budgets and innovative management programs to better promote conservation and sustainability efforts; and (C) employing greater groundwater management practices and understanding impacts of consumptive water use. OPEN ACCESS EVAPOTRANSPIRATION (OPENET) DATA PROGRAM. (c) Duties.--In carrying out the program, the Secretary shall-- (1) evaluate, use, and modify sources of satellite-based evapotranspiration data based on best available science and technologies; and (2) coordinate and consult with-- (A) the heads of other relevant Federal agencies, including-- (i) the Commissioner of Reclamation; (ii) the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration; (iii) the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration; (iv) the Administrator of the Agricultural Research Service; and (v) the Chief of the Natural Resources Conservation Service; and (B) program partners. (d) Components.--In carrying out the program, the Secretary shall carry out activities that would develop, maintain, establish, expand, or advance delivery of satellite-based evapotranspiration data to advance the quantification of evaporation and consumptive water use, with an emphasis on carrying out activities that would-- (1) support the development and maintenance of evapotranspiration data and software systems and associated research and development in a manner that ensures that program data are reflective of the best available science, including by providing support to program partners, or coordinating activities with other programs within the Department of the Interior, that have developed and are maintaining evapotranspiration software systems and datasets; (2) demonstrate or test new and existing evapotranspiration measurement technology; (3) improve evapotranspiration measurement science and technology; and (4) develop or refine the application of satellite-based evapotranspiration data available to Federal agencies, States, and Indian Tribes, including the integration of program data into-- (A) the Water Availability and Use Science Program, the National Water Census, and Integrated Water Availability Assessments by the United States Geological Survey; and (B) activities under the WaterSMART program authorized by subtitle F of title IX of the Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009 (42 U.S.C. 10361 et seq.). (f) Cooperative Agreements.--The Secretary shall-- (1) enter into cooperative agreements with program partners to provide for the efficient and cost-effective administration of the program, including through cost-sharing or by providing additional in-kind resources necessary to carry out the program; and (2) provide nonreimbursable matching funding for programmatic and operational activities under this section, in consultation with program partners. (g) Environmental Laws.--Nothing in this Act modifies any obligation of the Secretary to comply with applicable Federal and State environmental laws in carrying out this Act. REPORT. SEC. 6. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out this Act $14,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, to remain available until expended.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Evapotranspiration.--The term ``evapotranspiration'' means the process by which water is transferred from the land to the atmosphere by-- (A) evaporation from soil and other surfaces; and (B) transpiration from plants. (3) Program partner.--The term ``program partner'' means-- (A) an institution of higher education; (B) a State (including a State agency); (C) a private sector entity; (D) a nongovernmental organization; or (E) any other entity determined to be appropriate by the Secretary. (4) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Director of the United States Geological Survey. 3. FINDINGS. Congress finds that-- (1) evapotranspiration is the second largest component of the water budget, which is an accounting of the allocation of water resources to various water uses; (2) evapotranspiration is a measure of the water that is consumed and lost from a water system, removed from available supplies, and unavailable for other uses within a watershed; (3) accurate information on evapotranspiration is required to balance water supply and water demand in a watershed and ensure that adequate water supplies for beneficial uses are available over time; (4) water users and managers are impeded in more efficient decisionmaking by-- (A) the lack of consistent and comprehensive water use data; and (B) the fact that access to existing data is often limited and cost-prohibitive; and (5) evapotranspiration data may be applied for the purposes of-- (A) assisting users and decisionmakers to better manage resources and protect financial viability of farm operations during drought; (B) developing more accurate water budgets and innovative management programs to better promote conservation and sustainability efforts; and (C) employing greater groundwater management practices and understanding impacts of consumptive water use. OPEN ACCESS EVAPOTRANSPIRATION (OPENET) DATA PROGRAM. (c) Duties.--In carrying out the program, the Secretary shall-- (1) evaluate, use, and modify sources of satellite-based evapotranspiration data based on best available science and technologies; and (2) coordinate and consult with-- (A) the heads of other relevant Federal agencies, including-- (i) the Commissioner of Reclamation; (ii) the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration; (iii) the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration; (iv) the Administrator of the Agricultural Research Service; and (v) the Chief of the Natural Resources Conservation Service; and (B) program partners. (d) Components.--In carrying out the program, the Secretary shall carry out activities that would develop, maintain, establish, expand, or advance delivery of satellite-based evapotranspiration data to advance the quantification of evaporation and consumptive water use, with an emphasis on carrying out activities that would-- (1) support the development and maintenance of evapotranspiration data and software systems and associated research and development in a manner that ensures that program data are reflective of the best available science, including by providing support to program partners, or coordinating activities with other programs within the Department of the Interior, that have developed and are maintaining evapotranspiration software systems and datasets; (2) demonstrate or test new and existing evapotranspiration measurement technology; (3) improve evapotranspiration measurement science and technology; and (4) develop or refine the application of satellite-based evapotranspiration data available to Federal agencies, States, and Indian Tribes, including the integration of program data into-- (A) the Water Availability and Use Science Program, the National Water Census, and Integrated Water Availability Assessments by the United States Geological Survey; and (B) activities under the WaterSMART program authorized by subtitle F of title IX of the Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009 (42 U.S.C. 10361 et seq.). (e) Use and Availability of Program Data.--The Secretary-- (1) shall incorporate, to the maximum extent practicable, program information and data for purposes of determining consumptive water use on irrigated or other vegetated landscapes for use in water allocation decisions, water budget accounting, and water use reporting; (2) shall coordinate data analyses, use, and collection efforts with other Federal agencies, States, and Tribal governments through existing coordinating organizations, such as-- (A) the Western States Water Council; and (B) the Western States Federal Agency Support Team; and (3) may provide information collected and analyzed under the program to program partners through appropriate mechanisms, including through interagency agreements with Federal agencies, States (including State agencies), or Indian Tribes, leases, contracts, cooperative agreements, grants, loans, and memoranda of understanding. (f) Cooperative Agreements.--The Secretary shall-- (1) enter into cooperative agreements with program partners to provide for the efficient and cost-effective administration of the program, including through cost-sharing or by providing additional in-kind resources necessary to carry out the program; and (2) provide nonreimbursable matching funding for programmatic and operational activities under this section, in consultation with program partners. (g) Environmental Laws.--Nothing in this Act modifies any obligation of the Secretary to comply with applicable Federal and State environmental laws in carrying out this Act. REPORT. Not later than 4 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committees on Energy and Natural Resources, Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, and Appropriations of the Senate and the Committees on Natural Resources, Agriculture, and Appropriations of the House of Representatives a report that includes-- (1) a status update on the operational incorporation of program data into modeling, water planning, and reporting efforts of relevant Federal agencies, including the Water Availability and Use Science Program of the United States Geological Survey and the WaterSMART program authorized by subtitle F of title IX of the Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009 (42 U.S.C. ); and (2) a list of Federal agencies and program partners that are applying program data to beneficial use, including a description of examples of beneficial uses. SEC. 6. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out this Act $14,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, to remain available until expended.

To establish the Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data Program. 4) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Director of the United States Geological Survey. OPEN ACCESS EVAPOTRANSPIRATION (OPENET) DATA PROGRAM. (a) Establishment.--The Secretary shall establish an Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data Program under which the Secretary shall provide for the delivery of satellite-based evapotranspiration data-- (1) to advance the quantification of evaporation and consumptive water use; and (2) to provide data users with field-scale estimates of evapotranspiration data across large landscapes over certain periods of time. ( b) Purpose.--The purpose of the program is to support the operational distribution of satellite-based evapotranspiration data generated under the program to sustain and enhance water resources in the United States. ( f) Cooperative Agreements.--The Secretary shall-- (1) enter into cooperative agreements with program partners to provide for the efficient and cost-effective administration of the program, including through cost-sharing or by providing additional in-kind resources necessary to carry out the program; and (2) provide nonreimbursable matching funding for programmatic and operational activities under this section, in consultation with program partners. ( g) Environmental Laws.--Nothing in this Act modifies any obligation of the Secretary to comply with applicable Federal and State environmental laws in carrying out this Act. and (2) a list of Federal agencies and program partners that are applying program data to beneficial use, including a description of examples of beneficial uses. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.

To establish the Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data Program. 2) Program.--The term ``program'' means the Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data Program established under section 4(a). ( (a) Establishment.--The Secretary shall establish an Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data Program under which the Secretary shall provide for the delivery of satellite-based evapotranspiration data-- (1) to advance the quantification of evaporation and consumptive water use; and (2) to provide data users with field-scale estimates of evapotranspiration data across large landscapes over certain periods of time. ( b) Purpose.--The purpose of the program is to support the operational distribution of satellite-based evapotranspiration data generated under the program to sustain and enhance water resources in the United States. ( (f) Cooperative Agreements.--The Secretary shall-- (1) enter into cooperative agreements with program partners to provide for the efficient and cost-effective administration of the program, including through cost-sharing or by providing additional in-kind resources necessary to carry out the program; and (2) provide nonreimbursable matching funding for programmatic and operational activities under this section, in consultation with program partners. ( There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out this Act $14,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, to remain available until expended.

To establish the Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data Program. 2) Program.--The term ``program'' means the Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data Program established under section 4(a). ( (a) Establishment.--The Secretary shall establish an Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data Program under which the Secretary shall provide for the delivery of satellite-based evapotranspiration data-- (1) to advance the quantification of evaporation and consumptive water use; and (2) to provide data users with field-scale estimates of evapotranspiration data across large landscapes over certain periods of time. ( b) Purpose.--The purpose of the program is to support the operational distribution of satellite-based evapotranspiration data generated under the program to sustain and enhance water resources in the United States. ( (f) Cooperative Agreements.--The Secretary shall-- (1) enter into cooperative agreements with program partners to provide for the efficient and cost-effective administration of the program, including through cost-sharing or by providing additional in-kind resources necessary to carry out the program; and (2) provide nonreimbursable matching funding for programmatic and operational activities under this section, in consultation with program partners. ( There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out this Act $14,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, to remain available until expended.

To establish the Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data Program. 4) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Director of the United States Geological Survey. OPEN ACCESS EVAPOTRANSPIRATION (OPENET) DATA PROGRAM. (a) Establishment.--The Secretary shall establish an Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data Program under which the Secretary shall provide for the delivery of satellite-based evapotranspiration data-- (1) to advance the quantification of evaporation and consumptive water use; and (2) to provide data users with field-scale estimates of evapotranspiration data across large landscapes over certain periods of time. ( b) Purpose.--The purpose of the program is to support the operational distribution of satellite-based evapotranspiration data generated under the program to sustain and enhance water resources in the United States. ( f) Cooperative Agreements.--The Secretary shall-- (1) enter into cooperative agreements with program partners to provide for the efficient and cost-effective administration of the program, including through cost-sharing or by providing additional in-kind resources necessary to carry out the program; and (2) provide nonreimbursable matching funding for programmatic and operational activities under this section, in consultation with program partners. ( g) Environmental Laws.--Nothing in this Act modifies any obligation of the Secretary to comply with applicable Federal and State environmental laws in carrying out this Act. and (2) a list of Federal agencies and program partners that are applying program data to beneficial use, including a description of examples of beneficial uses. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.

To establish the Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data Program. 2) Program.--The term ``program'' means the Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data Program established under section 4(a). ( (a) Establishment.--The Secretary shall establish an Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data Program under which the Secretary shall provide for the delivery of satellite-based evapotranspiration data-- (1) to advance the quantification of evaporation and consumptive water use; and (2) to provide data users with field-scale estimates of evapotranspiration data across large landscapes over certain periods of time. ( b) Purpose.--The purpose of the program is to support the operational distribution of satellite-based evapotranspiration data generated under the program to sustain and enhance water resources in the United States. ( (f) Cooperative Agreements.--The Secretary shall-- (1) enter into cooperative agreements with program partners to provide for the efficient and cost-effective administration of the program, including through cost-sharing or by providing additional in-kind resources necessary to carry out the program; and (2) provide nonreimbursable matching funding for programmatic and operational activities under this section, in consultation with program partners. ( There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out this Act $14,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, to remain available until expended.

To establish the Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data Program. 4) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Director of the United States Geological Survey. OPEN ACCESS EVAPOTRANSPIRATION (OPENET) DATA PROGRAM. (a) Establishment.--The Secretary shall establish an Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data Program under which the Secretary shall provide for the delivery of satellite-based evapotranspiration data-- (1) to advance the quantification of evaporation and consumptive water use; and (2) to provide data users with field-scale estimates of evapotranspiration data across large landscapes over certain periods of time. ( b) Purpose.--The purpose of the program is to support the operational distribution of satellite-based evapotranspiration data generated under the program to sustain and enhance water resources in the United States. ( f) Cooperative Agreements.--The Secretary shall-- (1) enter into cooperative agreements with program partners to provide for the efficient and cost-effective administration of the program, including through cost-sharing or by providing additional in-kind resources necessary to carry out the program; and (2) provide nonreimbursable matching funding for programmatic and operational activities under this section, in consultation with program partners. ( g) Environmental Laws.--Nothing in this Act modifies any obligation of the Secretary to comply with applicable Federal and State environmental laws in carrying out this Act. and (2) a list of Federal agencies and program partners that are applying program data to beneficial use, including a description of examples of beneficial uses. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.

To establish the Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data Program. 2) Program.--The term ``program'' means the Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data Program established under section 4(a). ( (a) Establishment.--The Secretary shall establish an Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data Program under which the Secretary shall provide for the delivery of satellite-based evapotranspiration data-- (1) to advance the quantification of evaporation and consumptive water use; and (2) to provide data users with field-scale estimates of evapotranspiration data across large landscapes over certain periods of time. ( b) Purpose.--The purpose of the program is to support the operational distribution of satellite-based evapotranspiration data generated under the program to sustain and enhance water resources in the United States. ( (f) Cooperative Agreements.--The Secretary shall-- (1) enter into cooperative agreements with program partners to provide for the efficient and cost-effective administration of the program, including through cost-sharing or by providing additional in-kind resources necessary to carry out the program; and (2) provide nonreimbursable matching funding for programmatic and operational activities under this section, in consultation with program partners. ( There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out this Act $14,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, to remain available until expended.

To establish the Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data Program. 4) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Director of the United States Geological Survey. OPEN ACCESS EVAPOTRANSPIRATION (OPENET) DATA PROGRAM. (a) Establishment.--The Secretary shall establish an Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data Program under which the Secretary shall provide for the delivery of satellite-based evapotranspiration data-- (1) to advance the quantification of evaporation and consumptive water use; and (2) to provide data users with field-scale estimates of evapotranspiration data across large landscapes over certain periods of time. ( b) Purpose.--The purpose of the program is to support the operational distribution of satellite-based evapotranspiration data generated under the program to sustain and enhance water resources in the United States. ( f) Cooperative Agreements.--The Secretary shall-- (1) enter into cooperative agreements with program partners to provide for the efficient and cost-effective administration of the program, including through cost-sharing or by providing additional in-kind resources necessary to carry out the program; and (2) provide nonreimbursable matching funding for programmatic and operational activities under this section, in consultation with program partners. ( g) Environmental Laws.--Nothing in this Act modifies any obligation of the Secretary to comply with applicable Federal and State environmental laws in carrying out this Act. and (2) a list of Federal agencies and program partners that are applying program data to beneficial use, including a description of examples of beneficial uses. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.

To establish the Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data Program. 2) Program.--The term ``program'' means the Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data Program established under section 4(a). ( (a) Establishment.--The Secretary shall establish an Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data Program under which the Secretary shall provide for the delivery of satellite-based evapotranspiration data-- (1) to advance the quantification of evaporation and consumptive water use; and (2) to provide data users with field-scale estimates of evapotranspiration data across large landscapes over certain periods of time. ( b) Purpose.--The purpose of the program is to support the operational distribution of satellite-based evapotranspiration data generated under the program to sustain and enhance water resources in the United States. ( (f) Cooperative Agreements.--The Secretary shall-- (1) enter into cooperative agreements with program partners to provide for the efficient and cost-effective administration of the program, including through cost-sharing or by providing additional in-kind resources necessary to carry out the program; and (2) provide nonreimbursable matching funding for programmatic and operational activities under this section, in consultation with program partners. ( There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out this Act $14,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, to remain available until expended.

To establish the Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data Program. 4) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Director of the United States Geological Survey. OPEN ACCESS EVAPOTRANSPIRATION (OPENET) DATA PROGRAM. (a) Establishment.--The Secretary shall establish an Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data Program under which the Secretary shall provide for the delivery of satellite-based evapotranspiration data-- (1) to advance the quantification of evaporation and consumptive water use; and (2) to provide data users with field-scale estimates of evapotranspiration data across large landscapes over certain periods of time. ( b) Purpose.--The purpose of the program is to support the operational distribution of satellite-based evapotranspiration data generated under the program to sustain and enhance water resources in the United States. ( f) Cooperative Agreements.--The Secretary shall-- (1) enter into cooperative agreements with program partners to provide for the efficient and cost-effective administration of the program, including through cost-sharing or by providing additional in-kind resources necessary to carry out the program; and (2) provide nonreimbursable matching funding for programmatic and operational activities under this section, in consultation with program partners. ( g) Environmental Laws.--Nothing in this Act modifies any obligation of the Secretary to comply with applicable Federal and State environmental laws in carrying out this Act. and (2) a list of Federal agencies and program partners that are applying program data to beneficial use, including a description of examples of beneficial uses. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.

H.R.6708

Education

Student Loan Relief Act This bill requires the Department of Education to cancel or repay up to $25,000 in outstanding student loan debt for each borrower. Further, the bill outlines the method of loan discharge and, for tax purposes, excludes loan cancellation or repayment from a borrower's gross income.

To direct the Secretary of Education to cancel or repay up to $25,000 in Federal student loans for each borrower. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Student Loan Relief Act''. SEC. 2. WRITING DOWN BALANCES FOR FEDERAL STUDENT LOAN BORROWERS. (a) In General.--Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall cancel or repay an amount on the outstanding balance due (including the unpaid principal amount, any accrued interest, and any fees or charges) on the Federal student loans of a borrower that is equal to the lesser of-- (1) $25,000; or (2) the total outstanding balance due on such loans of the borrower. (b) Application.--Unless otherwise requested by the borrower in writing, a cancellation or repayment under subsection (a) shall be applied-- (1) in the case of a borrower whose loans have different applicable rates of interest, first toward the outstanding balance due on the loan with the highest applicable rate of interest among such loans; and (2) in the case of a borrower of loans that have the same applicable rates of interest, first toward the outstanding balance of principal due on the loan with the highest principal balance among such loans. (c) Data To Implement.--Contractors of the Secretary, and holders of Federal student loans, shall report, to the satisfaction of the Secretary the information necessary to carry out this section. (d) Taxation.--For purposes of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, in the case of any cancellation or repayment of indebtedness under this subsection with respect to any borrower: (1) Exclusion from gross income.--No amount shall be included in the gross income of such borrower by reason of such cancellation or repayment. (2) Waiver of information reporting requirements.--Amounts excluded from gross income under paragraph (1) shall not be required to be reported (and shall not be taken into account in determining whether any reporting requirement applies) under chapter 61 of such Code. (e) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Federal student loan.--The term ``Federal student loan'' means a loan-- (A) made under part B, part D, or part E of title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1071 et seq., 1087a et seq., 1087aa et seq.), and held by the Department of Education; or (B) made, insured, or guaranteed under part B of the such title (20 U.S.C. 1071 et seq.), or made under part E of such title (20 U.S.C. 1087qaa seq.), and not held by the Department of Education. (2) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Education. <all>

Student Loan Relief Act

To direct the Secretary of Education to cancel or repay up to $25,000 in Federal student loans for each borrower.

Student Loan Relief Act

Rep. Gonzalez, Vicente

D

TX

This bill requires the Department of Education to cancel or repay up to $25,000 in outstanding student loan debt for each borrower. Further, the bill outlines the method of loan discharge and, for tax purposes, excludes loan cancellation or repayment from a borrower's gross income.

To direct the Secretary of Education to cancel or repay up to $25,000 in Federal student loans for each borrower. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Student Loan Relief Act''. SEC. 2. WRITING DOWN BALANCES FOR FEDERAL STUDENT LOAN BORROWERS. (a) In General.--Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall cancel or repay an amount on the outstanding balance due (including the unpaid principal amount, any accrued interest, and any fees or charges) on the Federal student loans of a borrower that is equal to the lesser of-- (1) $25,000; or (2) the total outstanding balance due on such loans of the borrower. (b) Application.--Unless otherwise requested by the borrower in writing, a cancellation or repayment under subsection (a) shall be applied-- (1) in the case of a borrower whose loans have different applicable rates of interest, first toward the outstanding balance due on the loan with the highest applicable rate of interest among such loans; and (2) in the case of a borrower of loans that have the same applicable rates of interest, first toward the outstanding balance of principal due on the loan with the highest principal balance among such loans. (c) Data To Implement.--Contractors of the Secretary, and holders of Federal student loans, shall report, to the satisfaction of the Secretary the information necessary to carry out this section. (d) Taxation.--For purposes of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, in the case of any cancellation or repayment of indebtedness under this subsection with respect to any borrower: (1) Exclusion from gross income.--No amount shall be included in the gross income of such borrower by reason of such cancellation or repayment. (2) Waiver of information reporting requirements.--Amounts excluded from gross income under paragraph (1) shall not be required to be reported (and shall not be taken into account in determining whether any reporting requirement applies) under chapter 61 of such Code. (e) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Federal student loan.--The term ``Federal student loan'' means a loan-- (A) made under part B, part D, or part E of title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1071 et seq., 1087a et seq., 1087aa et seq.), and held by the Department of Education; or (B) made, insured, or guaranteed under part B of the such title (20 U.S.C. 1071 et seq.), or made under part E of such title (20 U.S.C. 1087qaa seq.), and not held by the Department of Education. (2) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Education. <all>

To direct the Secretary of Education to cancel or repay up to $25,000 in Federal student loans for each borrower. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Student Loan Relief Act''. SEC. 2. WRITING DOWN BALANCES FOR FEDERAL STUDENT LOAN BORROWERS. (b) Application.--Unless otherwise requested by the borrower in writing, a cancellation or repayment under subsection (a) shall be applied-- (1) in the case of a borrower whose loans have different applicable rates of interest, first toward the outstanding balance due on the loan with the highest applicable rate of interest among such loans; and (2) in the case of a borrower of loans that have the same applicable rates of interest, first toward the outstanding balance of principal due on the loan with the highest principal balance among such loans. (c) Data To Implement.--Contractors of the Secretary, and holders of Federal student loans, shall report, to the satisfaction of the Secretary the information necessary to carry out this section. (d) Taxation.--For purposes of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, in the case of any cancellation or repayment of indebtedness under this subsection with respect to any borrower: (1) Exclusion from gross income.--No amount shall be included in the gross income of such borrower by reason of such cancellation or repayment. (2) Waiver of information reporting requirements.--Amounts excluded from gross income under paragraph (1) shall not be required to be reported (and shall not be taken into account in determining whether any reporting requirement applies) under chapter 61 of such Code. 1071 et seq. ), or made under part E of such title (20 U.S.C. 1087qaa seq. ), and not held by the Department of Education. (2) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Education.

To direct the Secretary of Education to cancel or repay up to $25,000 in Federal student loans for each borrower. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Student Loan Relief Act''. SEC. 2. WRITING DOWN BALANCES FOR FEDERAL STUDENT LOAN BORROWERS. (a) In General.--Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall cancel or repay an amount on the outstanding balance due (including the unpaid principal amount, any accrued interest, and any fees or charges) on the Federal student loans of a borrower that is equal to the lesser of-- (1) $25,000; or (2) the total outstanding balance due on such loans of the borrower. (b) Application.--Unless otherwise requested by the borrower in writing, a cancellation or repayment under subsection (a) shall be applied-- (1) in the case of a borrower whose loans have different applicable rates of interest, first toward the outstanding balance due on the loan with the highest applicable rate of interest among such loans; and (2) in the case of a borrower of loans that have the same applicable rates of interest, first toward the outstanding balance of principal due on the loan with the highest principal balance among such loans. (c) Data To Implement.--Contractors of the Secretary, and holders of Federal student loans, shall report, to the satisfaction of the Secretary the information necessary to carry out this section. (d) Taxation.--For purposes of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, in the case of any cancellation or repayment of indebtedness under this subsection with respect to any borrower: (1) Exclusion from gross income.--No amount shall be included in the gross income of such borrower by reason of such cancellation or repayment. (2) Waiver of information reporting requirements.--Amounts excluded from gross income under paragraph (1) shall not be required to be reported (and shall not be taken into account in determining whether any reporting requirement applies) under chapter 61 of such Code. (e) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Federal student loan.--The term ``Federal student loan'' means a loan-- (A) made under part B, part D, or part E of title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1071 et seq., 1087a et seq., 1087aa et seq.), and held by the Department of Education; or (B) made, insured, or guaranteed under part B of the such title (20 U.S.C. 1071 et seq.), or made under part E of such title (20 U.S.C. 1087qaa seq.), and not held by the Department of Education. (2) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Education. <all>

To direct the Secretary of Education to cancel or repay up to $25,000 in Federal student loans for each borrower. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Student Loan Relief Act''. SEC. 2. WRITING DOWN BALANCES FOR FEDERAL STUDENT LOAN BORROWERS. (a) In General.--Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall cancel or repay an amount on the outstanding balance due (including the unpaid principal amount, any accrued interest, and any fees or charges) on the Federal student loans of a borrower that is equal to the lesser of-- (1) $25,000; or (2) the total outstanding balance due on such loans of the borrower. (b) Application.--Unless otherwise requested by the borrower in writing, a cancellation or repayment under subsection (a) shall be applied-- (1) in the case of a borrower whose loans have different applicable rates of interest, first toward the outstanding balance due on the loan with the highest applicable rate of interest among such loans; and (2) in the case of a borrower of loans that have the same applicable rates of interest, first toward the outstanding balance of principal due on the loan with the highest principal balance among such loans. (c) Data To Implement.--Contractors of the Secretary, and holders of Federal student loans, shall report, to the satisfaction of the Secretary the information necessary to carry out this section. (d) Taxation.--For purposes of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, in the case of any cancellation or repayment of indebtedness under this subsection with respect to any borrower: (1) Exclusion from gross income.--No amount shall be included in the gross income of such borrower by reason of such cancellation or repayment. (2) Waiver of information reporting requirements.--Amounts excluded from gross income under paragraph (1) shall not be required to be reported (and shall not be taken into account in determining whether any reporting requirement applies) under chapter 61 of such Code. (e) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Federal student loan.--The term ``Federal student loan'' means a loan-- (A) made under part B, part D, or part E of title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1071 et seq., 1087a et seq., 1087aa et seq.), and held by the Department of Education; or (B) made, insured, or guaranteed under part B of the such title (20 U.S.C. 1071 et seq.), or made under part E of such title (20 U.S.C. 1087qaa seq.), and not held by the Department of Education. (2) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Education. <all>

To direct the Secretary of Education to cancel or repay up to $25,000 in Federal student loans for each borrower. a) In General.--Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall cancel or repay an amount on the outstanding balance due (including the unpaid principal amount, any accrued interest, and any fees or charges) on the Federal student loans of a borrower that is equal to the lesser of-- (1) $25,000; or (2) the total outstanding balance due on such loans of the borrower. ( (c) Data To Implement.--Contractors of the Secretary, and holders of Federal student loans, shall report, to the satisfaction of the Secretary the information necessary to carry out this section. ( d) Taxation.--For purposes of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, in the case of any cancellation or repayment of indebtedness under this subsection with respect to any borrower: (1) Exclusion from gross income.--No amount shall be included in the gross income of such borrower by reason of such cancellation or repayment. (

To direct the Secretary of Education to cancel or repay up to $25,000 in Federal student loans for each borrower. d) Taxation.--For purposes of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, in the case of any cancellation or repayment of indebtedness under this subsection with respect to any borrower: (1) Exclusion from gross income.--No amount shall be included in the gross income of such borrower by reason of such cancellation or repayment. ( (e) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Federal student loan.--The term ``Federal student loan'' means a loan-- (A) made under part B, part D, or part E of title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1071 et seq., or made under part E of such title (20 U.S.C. 1087qaa seq. ),

To direct the Secretary of Education to cancel or repay up to $25,000 in Federal student loans for each borrower. d) Taxation.--For purposes of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, in the case of any cancellation or repayment of indebtedness under this subsection with respect to any borrower: (1) Exclusion from gross income.--No amount shall be included in the gross income of such borrower by reason of such cancellation or repayment. ( (e) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Federal student loan.--The term ``Federal student loan'' means a loan-- (A) made under part B, part D, or part E of title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1071 et seq., or made under part E of such title (20 U.S.C. 1087qaa seq. ),

To direct the Secretary of Education to cancel or repay up to $25,000 in Federal student loans for each borrower. a) In General.--Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall cancel or repay an amount on the outstanding balance due (including the unpaid principal amount, any accrued interest, and any fees or charges) on the Federal student loans of a borrower that is equal to the lesser of-- (1) $25,000; or (2) the total outstanding balance due on such loans of the borrower. ( (c) Data To Implement.--Contractors of the Secretary, and holders of Federal student loans, shall report, to the satisfaction of the Secretary the information necessary to carry out this section. ( d) Taxation.--For purposes of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, in the case of any cancellation or repayment of indebtedness under this subsection with respect to any borrower: (1) Exclusion from gross income.--No amount shall be included in the gross income of such borrower by reason of such cancellation or repayment. (

To direct the Secretary of Education to cancel or repay up to $25,000 in Federal student loans for each borrower. d) Taxation.--For purposes of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, in the case of any cancellation or repayment of indebtedness under this subsection with respect to any borrower: (1) Exclusion from gross income.--No amount shall be included in the gross income of such borrower by reason of such cancellation or repayment. ( (e) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Federal student loan.--The term ``Federal student loan'' means a loan-- (A) made under part B, part D, or part E of title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1071 et seq., or made under part E of such title (20 U.S.C. 1087qaa seq. ),

To direct the Secretary of Education to cancel or repay up to $25,000 in Federal student loans for each borrower. a) In General.--Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall cancel or repay an amount on the outstanding balance due (including the unpaid principal amount, any accrued interest, and any fees or charges) on the Federal student loans of a borrower that is equal to the lesser of-- (1) $25,000; or (2) the total outstanding balance due on such loans of the borrower. ( (c) Data To Implement.--Contractors of the Secretary, and holders of Federal student loans, shall report, to the satisfaction of the Secretary the information necessary to carry out this section. ( d) Taxation.--For purposes of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, in the case of any cancellation or repayment of indebtedness under this subsection with respect to any borrower: (1) Exclusion from gross income.--No amount shall be included in the gross income of such borrower by reason of such cancellation or repayment. (

To direct the Secretary of Education to cancel or repay up to $25,000 in Federal student loans for each borrower. d) Taxation.--For purposes of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, in the case of any cancellation or repayment of indebtedness under this subsection with respect to any borrower: (1) Exclusion from gross income.--No amount shall be included in the gross income of such borrower by reason of such cancellation or repayment. ( (e) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Federal student loan.--The term ``Federal student loan'' means a loan-- (A) made under part B, part D, or part E of title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1071 et seq., or made under part E of such title (20 U.S.C. 1087qaa seq. ),

To direct the Secretary of Education to cancel or repay up to $25,000 in Federal student loans for each borrower. a) In General.--Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall cancel or repay an amount on the outstanding balance due (including the unpaid principal amount, any accrued interest, and any fees or charges) on the Federal student loans of a borrower that is equal to the lesser of-- (1) $25,000; or (2) the total outstanding balance due on such loans of the borrower. ( (c) Data To Implement.--Contractors of the Secretary, and holders of Federal student loans, shall report, to the satisfaction of the Secretary the information necessary to carry out this section. ( d) Taxation.--For purposes of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, in the case of any cancellation or repayment of indebtedness under this subsection with respect to any borrower: (1) Exclusion from gross income.--No amount shall be included in the gross income of such borrower by reason of such cancellation or repayment. (

To direct the Secretary of Education to cancel or repay up to $25,000 in Federal student loans for each borrower. d) Taxation.--For purposes of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, in the case of any cancellation or repayment of indebtedness under this subsection with respect to any borrower: (1) Exclusion from gross income.--No amount shall be included in the gross income of such borrower by reason of such cancellation or repayment. ( (e) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Federal student loan.--The term ``Federal student loan'' means a loan-- (A) made under part B, part D, or part E of title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1071 et seq., or made under part E of such title (20 U.S.C. 1087qaa seq. ),

To direct the Secretary of Education to cancel or repay up to $25,000 in Federal student loans for each borrower. a) In General.--Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall cancel or repay an amount on the outstanding balance due (including the unpaid principal amount, any accrued interest, and any fees or charges) on the Federal student loans of a borrower that is equal to the lesser of-- (1) $25,000; or (2) the total outstanding balance due on such loans of the borrower. ( (c) Data To Implement.--Contractors of the Secretary, and holders of Federal student loans, shall report, to the satisfaction of the Secretary the information necessary to carry out this section. ( d) Taxation.--For purposes of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, in the case of any cancellation or repayment of indebtedness under this subsection with respect to any borrower: (1) Exclusion from gross income.--No amount shall be included in the gross income of such borrower by reason of such cancellation or repayment. (

H.R.2004

Immigration

No Amnesty Act This bill prohibits federal agencies from expending funds or resources to implement, administer, or enforce certain executive actions related to immigration, including actions that (1) prioritize the removal of certain aliens, such as those suspected of engaging in terrorism; (2) revoke an earlier executive order that required heightened vetting of aliens seeking admission as refugees; and (3) direct the Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs to develop a strategy to address the root causes of migration from El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras. Such executive actions shall have no force or effect.

To provide that no Federal funds may be used to enforce certain executive actions related to immigration, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Amnesty Act''. SEC. 2. ENDING AMNESTY POLICIES. (a) In General.--No funds, resources, or fees made available to the Secretary of Homeland Security, or to any other official of a Federal agency, including any deposits into the ``Immigration Examinations Fee Account'' established under section 286(m) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1356(m)), may be used to implement, administer, enforce, or carry out (including through the issuance of any regulations), any of the following: (1) The memorandum from the Acting Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement entitled ``Interim Guidance: Civil Immigration Enforcement and Removal Priorities'' dated February 18, 2021. (2) The executive order from the President entitled ``Rebuilding and Enhancing Programs to Resettle Refugees and Planning for the Impact of Climate Change on Migration'' dated February 9, 2021. (3) The executive order from the President entitled ``Creating a Comprehensive Regional Framework to Address the Causes of Immigration, to Manage Migration Throughout North and Central America, and to Provide Safe and Orderly Processing of Asylum Seekers at the United States Border'' dated February 5, 2021. (4) The executive order from the President entitled ``Revision of Civil Immigration Enforcement Policies and Priorities'' dated January 25, 2021. (5) The executive order from the President entitled ``Restoring Faith in Our Legal Immigration Systems and Strengthening Integration and Inclusion Efforts for New Americans'' dated February 5, 2021. (6) The memorandum from the President entitled, ``Preserving and Fortifying Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)'' dated January 25, 2021. (7) The memorandum from the Secretary of Homeland Security entitled ``Policies for the Apprehension, Detention and Removal of Undocumented Immigrants'' dated November 20, 2014. (8) The memorandum from the Secretary of Homeland Security entitled ``Secure Communities'' dated November 20, 2014. (9) The memorandum from the Secretary of Homeland Security entitled ``Exercising Prosecutorial Discretion with Respect to Individuals Who Came to the United States as Children and with Respect to Certain Individuals Who Are the Parents of U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents'' dated November 20, 2014. (10) The memorandum from the Secretary of Homeland Security entitled ``Expansion of the Provisional Waiver Program'' dated November 20, 2014. (11) The memorandum from the Secretary of Homeland Security entitled ``Directive to Provide Consistency Regarding Advance Parole'' dated November 20, 2014. (12) The memorandum from the Secretary of Homeland Security entitled ``Exercising Prosecutorial Discretion with Respect to Individuals Who Came to the United States as Children'' dated June 15, 2012. (13) U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services policy memorandum entitled ``Revised Guidance for the Referral of Cases and Issuance of Notices to Appear (NTAs) in Cases Involving Inadmissible and Removable Aliens'' dated November 17, 2011. (14) The memorandum from the Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement entitled ``Exercising Prosecutorial Discretion Consistent with the Civil Immigration Enforcement Priorities of the Agency for the Apprehension, Detention, and Removal of Aliens'' dated June 17, 2011. (15) The memorandum from the Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement entitled ``Civil Immigration Enforcement: Priorities for the Apprehension, Detention, and Removal of Aliens'' dated March 2, 2011. (16) Any policy issued or taken on or after the date of approval, whether set forth in memorandum, Executive order, regulation, directive, or by other action, that is substantially similar to a policy in a memorandum or executive order described in any of paragraphs (1) through (15). (b) Memoranda to Have No Force or Effect.--The memoranda and executive orders described in paragraphs (1) through (16) of subsection (a) shall have no force or effect. <all>

No Amnesty Act

To provide that no Federal funds may be used to enforce certain executive actions related to immigration, and for other purposes.

No Amnesty Act

Rep. Boebert, Lauren

R

CO

This bill prohibits federal agencies from expending funds or resources to implement, administer, or enforce certain executive actions related to immigration, including actions that (1) prioritize the removal of certain aliens, such as those suspected of engaging in terrorism; (2) revoke an earlier executive order that required heightened vetting of aliens seeking admission as refugees; and (3) direct the Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs to develop a strategy to address the root causes of migration from El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras. Such executive actions shall have no force or effect.

To provide that no Federal funds may be used to enforce certain executive actions related to immigration, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Amnesty Act''. SEC. 2. ENDING AMNESTY POLICIES. (a) In General.--No funds, resources, or fees made available to the Secretary of Homeland Security, or to any other official of a Federal agency, including any deposits into the ``Immigration Examinations Fee Account'' established under section 286(m) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. (2) The executive order from the President entitled ``Rebuilding and Enhancing Programs to Resettle Refugees and Planning for the Impact of Climate Change on Migration'' dated February 9, 2021. (3) The executive order from the President entitled ``Creating a Comprehensive Regional Framework to Address the Causes of Immigration, to Manage Migration Throughout North and Central America, and to Provide Safe and Orderly Processing of Asylum Seekers at the United States Border'' dated February 5, 2021. (4) The executive order from the President entitled ``Revision of Civil Immigration Enforcement Policies and Priorities'' dated January 25, 2021. (5) The executive order from the President entitled ``Restoring Faith in Our Legal Immigration Systems and Strengthening Integration and Inclusion Efforts for New Americans'' dated February 5, 2021. (6) The memorandum from the President entitled, ``Preserving and Fortifying Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)'' dated January 25, 2021. (8) The memorandum from the Secretary of Homeland Security entitled ``Secure Communities'' dated November 20, 2014. (9) The memorandum from the Secretary of Homeland Security entitled ``Exercising Prosecutorial Discretion with Respect to Individuals Who Came to the United States as Children and with Respect to Certain Individuals Who Are the Parents of U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents'' dated November 20, 2014. (11) The memorandum from the Secretary of Homeland Security entitled ``Directive to Provide Consistency Regarding Advance Parole'' dated November 20, 2014. (13) U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services policy memorandum entitled ``Revised Guidance for the Referral of Cases and Issuance of Notices to Appear (NTAs) in Cases Involving Inadmissible and Removable Aliens'' dated November 17, 2011. (14) The memorandum from the Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement entitled ``Exercising Prosecutorial Discretion Consistent with the Civil Immigration Enforcement Priorities of the Agency for the Apprehension, Detention, and Removal of Aliens'' dated June 17, 2011. (16) Any policy issued or taken on or after the date of approval, whether set forth in memorandum, Executive order, regulation, directive, or by other action, that is substantially similar to a policy in a memorandum or executive order described in any of paragraphs (1) through (15). (b) Memoranda to Have No Force or Effect.--The memoranda and executive orders described in paragraphs (1) through (16) of subsection (a) shall have no force or effect.

To provide that no Federal funds may be used to enforce certain executive actions related to immigration, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Amnesty Act''. SEC. 2. (a) In General.--No funds, resources, or fees made available to the Secretary of Homeland Security, or to any other official of a Federal agency, including any deposits into the ``Immigration Examinations Fee Account'' established under section 286(m) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. (4) The executive order from the President entitled ``Revision of Civil Immigration Enforcement Policies and Priorities'' dated January 25, 2021. (5) The executive order from the President entitled ``Restoring Faith in Our Legal Immigration Systems and Strengthening Integration and Inclusion Efforts for New Americans'' dated February 5, 2021. (8) The memorandum from the Secretary of Homeland Security entitled ``Secure Communities'' dated November 20, 2014. (9) The memorandum from the Secretary of Homeland Security entitled ``Exercising Prosecutorial Discretion with Respect to Individuals Who Came to the United States as Children and with Respect to Certain Individuals Who Are the Parents of U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents'' dated November 20, 2014. (13) U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services policy memorandum entitled ``Revised Guidance for the Referral of Cases and Issuance of Notices to Appear (NTAs) in Cases Involving Inadmissible and Removable Aliens'' dated November 17, 2011. (14) The memorandum from the Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement entitled ``Exercising Prosecutorial Discretion Consistent with the Civil Immigration Enforcement Priorities of the Agency for the Apprehension, Detention, and Removal of Aliens'' dated June 17, 2011. (16) Any policy issued or taken on or after the date of approval, whether set forth in memorandum, Executive order, regulation, directive, or by other action, that is substantially similar to a policy in a memorandum or executive order described in any of paragraphs (1) through (15). (b) Memoranda to Have No Force or Effect.--The memoranda and executive orders described in paragraphs (1) through (16) of subsection (a) shall have no force or effect.

To provide that no Federal funds may be used to enforce certain executive actions related to immigration, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Amnesty Act''. SEC. 2. ENDING AMNESTY POLICIES. (a) In General.--No funds, resources, or fees made available to the Secretary of Homeland Security, or to any other official of a Federal agency, including any deposits into the ``Immigration Examinations Fee Account'' established under section 286(m) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1356(m)), may be used to implement, administer, enforce, or carry out (including through the issuance of any regulations), any of the following: (1) The memorandum from the Acting Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement entitled ``Interim Guidance: Civil Immigration Enforcement and Removal Priorities'' dated February 18, 2021. (2) The executive order from the President entitled ``Rebuilding and Enhancing Programs to Resettle Refugees and Planning for the Impact of Climate Change on Migration'' dated February 9, 2021. (3) The executive order from the President entitled ``Creating a Comprehensive Regional Framework to Address the Causes of Immigration, to Manage Migration Throughout North and Central America, and to Provide Safe and Orderly Processing of Asylum Seekers at the United States Border'' dated February 5, 2021. (4) The executive order from the President entitled ``Revision of Civil Immigration Enforcement Policies and Priorities'' dated January 25, 2021. (5) The executive order from the President entitled ``Restoring Faith in Our Legal Immigration Systems and Strengthening Integration and Inclusion Efforts for New Americans'' dated February 5, 2021. (6) The memorandum from the President entitled, ``Preserving and Fortifying Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)'' dated January 25, 2021. (7) The memorandum from the Secretary of Homeland Security entitled ``Policies for the Apprehension, Detention and Removal of Undocumented Immigrants'' dated November 20, 2014. (8) The memorandum from the Secretary of Homeland Security entitled ``Secure Communities'' dated November 20, 2014. (9) The memorandum from the Secretary of Homeland Security entitled ``Exercising Prosecutorial Discretion with Respect to Individuals Who Came to the United States as Children and with Respect to Certain Individuals Who Are the Parents of U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents'' dated November 20, 2014. (10) The memorandum from the Secretary of Homeland Security entitled ``Expansion of the Provisional Waiver Program'' dated November 20, 2014. (11) The memorandum from the Secretary of Homeland Security entitled ``Directive to Provide Consistency Regarding Advance Parole'' dated November 20, 2014. (12) The memorandum from the Secretary of Homeland Security entitled ``Exercising Prosecutorial Discretion with Respect to Individuals Who Came to the United States as Children'' dated June 15, 2012. (13) U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services policy memorandum entitled ``Revised Guidance for the Referral of Cases and Issuance of Notices to Appear (NTAs) in Cases Involving Inadmissible and Removable Aliens'' dated November 17, 2011. (14) The memorandum from the Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement entitled ``Exercising Prosecutorial Discretion Consistent with the Civil Immigration Enforcement Priorities of the Agency for the Apprehension, Detention, and Removal of Aliens'' dated June 17, 2011. (15) The memorandum from the Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement entitled ``Civil Immigration Enforcement: Priorities for the Apprehension, Detention, and Removal of Aliens'' dated March 2, 2011. (16) Any policy issued or taken on or after the date of approval, whether set forth in memorandum, Executive order, regulation, directive, or by other action, that is substantially similar to a policy in a memorandum or executive order described in any of paragraphs (1) through (15). (b) Memoranda to Have No Force or Effect.--The memoranda and executive orders described in paragraphs (1) through (16) of subsection (a) shall have no force or effect. <all>

To provide that no Federal funds may be used to enforce certain executive actions related to immigration, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Amnesty Act''. SEC. 2. ENDING AMNESTY POLICIES. (a) In General.--No funds, resources, or fees made available to the Secretary of Homeland Security, or to any other official of a Federal agency, including any deposits into the ``Immigration Examinations Fee Account'' established under section 286(m) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1356(m)), may be used to implement, administer, enforce, or carry out (including through the issuance of any regulations), any of the following: (1) The memorandum from the Acting Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement entitled ``Interim Guidance: Civil Immigration Enforcement and Removal Priorities'' dated February 18, 2021. (2) The executive order from the President entitled ``Rebuilding and Enhancing Programs to Resettle Refugees and Planning for the Impact of Climate Change on Migration'' dated February 9, 2021. (3) The executive order from the President entitled ``Creating a Comprehensive Regional Framework to Address the Causes of Immigration, to Manage Migration Throughout North and Central America, and to Provide Safe and Orderly Processing of Asylum Seekers at the United States Border'' dated February 5, 2021. (4) The executive order from the President entitled ``Revision of Civil Immigration Enforcement Policies and Priorities'' dated January 25, 2021. (5) The executive order from the President entitled ``Restoring Faith in Our Legal Immigration Systems and Strengthening Integration and Inclusion Efforts for New Americans'' dated February 5, 2021. (6) The memorandum from the President entitled, ``Preserving and Fortifying Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)'' dated January 25, 2021. (7) The memorandum from the Secretary of Homeland Security entitled ``Policies for the Apprehension, Detention and Removal of Undocumented Immigrants'' dated November 20, 2014. (8) The memorandum from the Secretary of Homeland Security entitled ``Secure Communities'' dated November 20, 2014. (9) The memorandum from the Secretary of Homeland Security entitled ``Exercising Prosecutorial Discretion with Respect to Individuals Who Came to the United States as Children and with Respect to Certain Individuals Who Are the Parents of U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents'' dated November 20, 2014. (10) The memorandum from the Secretary of Homeland Security entitled ``Expansion of the Provisional Waiver Program'' dated November 20, 2014. (11) The memorandum from the Secretary of Homeland Security entitled ``Directive to Provide Consistency Regarding Advance Parole'' dated November 20, 2014. (12) The memorandum from the Secretary of Homeland Security entitled ``Exercising Prosecutorial Discretion with Respect to Individuals Who Came to the United States as Children'' dated June 15, 2012. (13) U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services policy memorandum entitled ``Revised Guidance for the Referral of Cases and Issuance of Notices to Appear (NTAs) in Cases Involving Inadmissible and Removable Aliens'' dated November 17, 2011. (14) The memorandum from the Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement entitled ``Exercising Prosecutorial Discretion Consistent with the Civil Immigration Enforcement Priorities of the Agency for the Apprehension, Detention, and Removal of Aliens'' dated June 17, 2011. (15) The memorandum from the Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement entitled ``Civil Immigration Enforcement: Priorities for the Apprehension, Detention, and Removal of Aliens'' dated March 2, 2011. (16) Any policy issued or taken on or after the date of approval, whether set forth in memorandum, Executive order, regulation, directive, or by other action, that is substantially similar to a policy in a memorandum or executive order described in any of paragraphs (1) through (15). (b) Memoranda to Have No Force or Effect.--The memoranda and executive orders described in paragraphs (1) through (16) of subsection (a) shall have no force or effect. <all>

To provide that no Federal funds may be used to enforce certain executive actions related to immigration, and for other purposes. 2) The executive order from the President entitled ``Rebuilding and Enhancing Programs to Resettle Refugees and Planning for the Impact of Climate Change on Migration'' dated February 9, 2021. ( (4) The executive order from the President entitled ``Revision of Civil Immigration Enforcement Policies and Priorities'' dated January 25, 2021. ( 12) The memorandum from the Secretary of Homeland Security entitled ``Exercising Prosecutorial Discretion with Respect to Individuals Who Came to the United States as Children'' dated June 15, 2012. ( Citizenship and Immigration Services policy memorandum entitled ``Revised Guidance for the Referral of Cases and Issuance of Notices to Appear (NTAs) in Cases Involving Inadmissible and Removable Aliens'' dated November 17, 2011. ( 14) The memorandum from the Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement entitled ``Exercising Prosecutorial Discretion Consistent with the Civil Immigration Enforcement Priorities of the Agency for the Apprehension, Detention, and Removal of Aliens'' dated June 17, 2011. (

To provide that no Federal funds may be used to enforce certain executive actions related to immigration, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``No Amnesty Act''. 5) The executive order from the President entitled ``Restoring Faith in Our Legal Immigration Systems and Strengthening Integration and Inclusion Efforts for New Americans'' dated February 5, 2021. ( (9) The memorandum from the Secretary of Homeland Security entitled ``Exercising Prosecutorial Discretion with Respect to Individuals Who Came to the United States as Children and with Respect to Certain Individuals Who Are the Parents of U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents'' dated November 20, 2014. ( 15) The memorandum from the Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement entitled ``Civil Immigration Enforcement: Priorities for the Apprehension, Detention, and Removal of Aliens'' dated March 2, 2011. (

To provide that no Federal funds may be used to enforce certain executive actions related to immigration, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``No Amnesty Act''. 5) The executive order from the President entitled ``Restoring Faith in Our Legal Immigration Systems and Strengthening Integration and Inclusion Efforts for New Americans'' dated February 5, 2021. ( (9) The memorandum from the Secretary of Homeland Security entitled ``Exercising Prosecutorial Discretion with Respect to Individuals Who Came to the United States as Children and with Respect to Certain Individuals Who Are the Parents of U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents'' dated November 20, 2014. ( 15) The memorandum from the Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement entitled ``Civil Immigration Enforcement: Priorities for the Apprehension, Detention, and Removal of Aliens'' dated March 2, 2011. (

To provide that no Federal funds may be used to enforce certain executive actions related to immigration, and for other purposes. 2) The executive order from the President entitled ``Rebuilding and Enhancing Programs to Resettle Refugees and Planning for the Impact of Climate Change on Migration'' dated February 9, 2021. ( (4) The executive order from the President entitled ``Revision of Civil Immigration Enforcement Policies and Priorities'' dated January 25, 2021. ( 12) The memorandum from the Secretary of Homeland Security entitled ``Exercising Prosecutorial Discretion with Respect to Individuals Who Came to the United States as Children'' dated June 15, 2012. ( Citizenship and Immigration Services policy memorandum entitled ``Revised Guidance for the Referral of Cases and Issuance of Notices to Appear (NTAs) in Cases Involving Inadmissible and Removable Aliens'' dated November 17, 2011. ( 14) The memorandum from the Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement entitled ``Exercising Prosecutorial Discretion Consistent with the Civil Immigration Enforcement Priorities of the Agency for the Apprehension, Detention, and Removal of Aliens'' dated June 17, 2011. (

To provide that no Federal funds may be used to enforce certain executive actions related to immigration, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``No Amnesty Act''. 5) The executive order from the President entitled ``Restoring Faith in Our Legal Immigration Systems and Strengthening Integration and Inclusion Efforts for New Americans'' dated February 5, 2021. ( (9) The memorandum from the Secretary of Homeland Security entitled ``Exercising Prosecutorial Discretion with Respect to Individuals Who Came to the United States as Children and with Respect to Certain Individuals Who Are the Parents of U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents'' dated November 20, 2014. ( 15) The memorandum from the Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement entitled ``Civil Immigration Enforcement: Priorities for the Apprehension, Detention, and Removal of Aliens'' dated March 2, 2011. (

To provide that no Federal funds may be used to enforce certain executive actions related to immigration, and for other purposes. 2) The executive order from the President entitled ``Rebuilding and Enhancing Programs to Resettle Refugees and Planning for the Impact of Climate Change on Migration'' dated February 9, 2021. ( (4) The executive order from the President entitled ``Revision of Civil Immigration Enforcement Policies and Priorities'' dated January 25, 2021. ( 12) The memorandum from the Secretary of Homeland Security entitled ``Exercising Prosecutorial Discretion with Respect to Individuals Who Came to the United States as Children'' dated June 15, 2012. ( Citizenship and Immigration Services policy memorandum entitled ``Revised Guidance for the Referral of Cases and Issuance of Notices to Appear (NTAs) in Cases Involving Inadmissible and Removable Aliens'' dated November 17, 2011. ( 14) The memorandum from the Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement entitled ``Exercising Prosecutorial Discretion Consistent with the Civil Immigration Enforcement Priorities of the Agency for the Apprehension, Detention, and Removal of Aliens'' dated June 17, 2011. (

To provide that no Federal funds may be used to enforce certain executive actions related to immigration, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``No Amnesty Act''. 5) The executive order from the President entitled ``Restoring Faith in Our Legal Immigration Systems and Strengthening Integration and Inclusion Efforts for New Americans'' dated February 5, 2021. ( (9) The memorandum from the Secretary of Homeland Security entitled ``Exercising Prosecutorial Discretion with Respect to Individuals Who Came to the United States as Children and with Respect to Certain Individuals Who Are the Parents of U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents'' dated November 20, 2014. ( 15) The memorandum from the Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement entitled ``Civil Immigration Enforcement: Priorities for the Apprehension, Detention, and Removal of Aliens'' dated March 2, 2011. (

To provide that no Federal funds may be used to enforce certain executive actions related to immigration, and for other purposes. 2) The executive order from the President entitled ``Rebuilding and Enhancing Programs to Resettle Refugees and Planning for the Impact of Climate Change on Migration'' dated February 9, 2021. ( (4) The executive order from the President entitled ``Revision of Civil Immigration Enforcement Policies and Priorities'' dated January 25, 2021. ( 12) The memorandum from the Secretary of Homeland Security entitled ``Exercising Prosecutorial Discretion with Respect to Individuals Who Came to the United States as Children'' dated June 15, 2012. ( Citizenship and Immigration Services policy memorandum entitled ``Revised Guidance for the Referral of Cases and Issuance of Notices to Appear (NTAs) in Cases Involving Inadmissible and Removable Aliens'' dated November 17, 2011. ( 14) The memorandum from the Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement entitled ``Exercising Prosecutorial Discretion Consistent with the Civil Immigration Enforcement Priorities of the Agency for the Apprehension, Detention, and Removal of Aliens'' dated June 17, 2011. (

To provide that no Federal funds may be used to enforce certain executive actions related to immigration, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``No Amnesty Act''. 5) The executive order from the President entitled ``Restoring Faith in Our Legal Immigration Systems and Strengthening Integration and Inclusion Efforts for New Americans'' dated February 5, 2021. ( (9) The memorandum from the Secretary of Homeland Security entitled ``Exercising Prosecutorial Discretion with Respect to Individuals Who Came to the United States as Children and with Respect to Certain Individuals Who Are the Parents of U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents'' dated November 20, 2014. ( 15) The memorandum from the Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement entitled ``Civil Immigration Enforcement: Priorities for the Apprehension, Detention, and Removal of Aliens'' dated March 2, 2011. (

To provide that no Federal funds may be used to enforce certain executive actions related to immigration, and for other purposes. 2) The executive order from the President entitled ``Rebuilding and Enhancing Programs to Resettle Refugees and Planning for the Impact of Climate Change on Migration'' dated February 9, 2021. ( (4) The executive order from the President entitled ``Revision of Civil Immigration Enforcement Policies and Priorities'' dated January 25, 2021. ( 12) The memorandum from the Secretary of Homeland Security entitled ``Exercising Prosecutorial Discretion with Respect to Individuals Who Came to the United States as Children'' dated June 15, 2012. ( Citizenship and Immigration Services policy memorandum entitled ``Revised Guidance for the Referral of Cases and Issuance of Notices to Appear (NTAs) in Cases Involving Inadmissible and Removable Aliens'' dated November 17, 2011. ( 14) The memorandum from the Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement entitled ``Exercising Prosecutorial Discretion Consistent with the Civil Immigration Enforcement Priorities of the Agency for the Apprehension, Detention, and Removal of Aliens'' dated June 17, 2011. (

S.2417

Finance and Financial Sector

Credit Access and Inclusion Act of 2021 This bill allows for the reporting of certain positive consumer-credit information to consumer reporting agencies. Specifically, a person or the Department of Housing and Urban Development may report information related to a consumer's performance in making payments either under a lease agreement for a dwelling or pursuant to a contract for a utility or telecommunications service. However, information about a consumer's usage of any utility or telecommunications service may be reported only to the extent that the information relates to payment by the consumer for such service or other terms of the provision of that service. Furthermore, an energy-utility firm may not report a consumer's outstanding balance as late if the firm and the consumer have entered into a payment plan and the consumer is meeting the obligations of that plan. Specified provisions that establish civil liability with respect to furnishers of information to consumer reporting agencies shall not apply to any violation of the bill. The Government Accountability Office must report on the consumer impact of such reporting.

To amend the Fair Credit Reporting Act to clarify Federal law with respect to reporting certain positive consumer credit information to consumer reporting agencies, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Credit Access and Inclusion Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. POSITIVE CREDIT REPORTING PERMITTED. (a) In General.--Section 623 of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 1681s-2) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(f) Full-File Credit Reporting.-- ``(1) Definitions.--In this subsection: ``(A) Energy utility firm.--The term `energy utility firm' means an entity that provides gas or electric utility services to the public. ``(B) Utility or telecommunication firm.--The term `utility or telecommunication firm' means an entity that provides utility services to the public through pipe, wire, landline, wireless, cable, or other connected facilities, or radio, electronic, or similar transmission (including the extension of such facilities). ``(2) Information relating to lease agreements, utilities, and telecommunications services.--Subject to the limitation in paragraph (3) and notwithstanding any other provision of law, a person or the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development may furnish to a consumer reporting agency information relating to the performance of a consumer in making payments-- ``(A) under a lease agreement with respect to a dwelling, including such a lease in which the Department of Housing and Urban Development provides subsidized payments for occupancy in a dwelling; or ``(B) pursuant to a contract for a utility or telecommunications service. ``(3) Limitation.--Information about the usage by a consumer of any utility service provided by a utility or telecommunication firm may be furnished to a consumer reporting agency only to the extent that the information relates to the payment by the consumer for the service of the utility or telecommunication service or other terms of the provision of the services to the consumer, including any deposit, discount, or conditions for interruption or termination of the service. ``(4) Payment plan.--An energy utility firm may not report payment information to a consumer reporting agency with respect to an outstanding balance of a consumer as late if-- ``(A) the energy utility firm and the consumer have entered into a payment plan (including a deferred payment agreement, an arrearage management program, or a debt forgiveness program) with respect to such outstanding balance; and ``(B) the consumer is meeting the obligations of the payment plan, as determined by the energy utility firm.''. (b) Limitation on Liability.--Section 623(c) of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 1681s-2(c)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (2), by striking ``or'' at the end; (2) by redesignating paragraph (3) as paragraph (4); and (3) by inserting after paragraph (2) the following: ``(3) subsection (f) of this section, including any regulations issued thereunder; or''. (c) GAO Study and Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on the impact of furnishing information pursuant to subsection (f) of section 623 of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 1681s-2), as added by subsection (a) of this Act, on consumers. <all>

Credit Access and Inclusion Act of 2021

A bill to amend the Fair Credit Reporting Act to clarify Federal law with respect to reporting certain positive consumer credit information to consumer reporting agencies, and for other purposes.

Credit Access and Inclusion Act of 2021

Sen. Scott, Tim

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SC

This bill allows for the reporting of certain positive consumer-credit information to consumer reporting agencies. Specifically, a person or the Department of Housing and Urban Development may report information related to a consumer's performance in making payments either under a lease agreement for a dwelling or pursuant to a contract for a utility or telecommunications service. However, information about a consumer's usage of any utility or telecommunications service may be reported only to the extent that the information relates to payment by the consumer for such service or other terms of the provision of that service. Furthermore, an energy-utility firm may not report a consumer's outstanding balance as late if the firm and the consumer have entered into a payment plan and the consumer is meeting the obligations of that plan. Specified provisions that establish civil liability with respect to furnishers of information to consumer reporting agencies shall not apply to any violation of the bill. The Government Accountability Office must report on the consumer impact of such reporting.

To amend the Fair Credit Reporting Act to clarify Federal law with respect to reporting certain positive consumer credit information to consumer reporting agencies, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Credit Access and Inclusion Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. POSITIVE CREDIT REPORTING PERMITTED. (a) In General.--Section 623 of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. ``(B) Utility or telecommunication firm.--The term `utility or telecommunication firm' means an entity that provides utility services to the public through pipe, wire, landline, wireless, cable, or other connected facilities, or radio, electronic, or similar transmission (including the extension of such facilities). ``(2) Information relating to lease agreements, utilities, and telecommunications services.--Subject to the limitation in paragraph (3) and notwithstanding any other provision of law, a person or the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development may furnish to a consumer reporting agency information relating to the performance of a consumer in making payments-- ``(A) under a lease agreement with respect to a dwelling, including such a lease in which the Department of Housing and Urban Development provides subsidized payments for occupancy in a dwelling; or ``(B) pursuant to a contract for a utility or telecommunications service. ``(3) Limitation.--Information about the usage by a consumer of any utility service provided by a utility or telecommunication firm may be furnished to a consumer reporting agency only to the extent that the information relates to the payment by the consumer for the service of the utility or telecommunication service or other terms of the provision of the services to the consumer, including any deposit, discount, or conditions for interruption or termination of the service. ``(4) Payment plan.--An energy utility firm may not report payment information to a consumer reporting agency with respect to an outstanding balance of a consumer as late if-- ``(A) the energy utility firm and the consumer have entered into a payment plan (including a deferred payment agreement, an arrearage management program, or a debt forgiveness program) with respect to such outstanding balance; and ``(B) the consumer is meeting the obligations of the payment plan, as determined by the energy utility firm.''. 1681s-2(c)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (2), by striking ``or'' at the end; (2) by redesignating paragraph (3) as paragraph (4); and (3) by inserting after paragraph (2) the following: ``(3) subsection (f) of this section, including any regulations issued thereunder; or''. (c) GAO Study and Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on the impact of furnishing information pursuant to subsection (f) of section 623 of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C.

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. POSITIVE CREDIT REPORTING PERMITTED. (a) In General.--Section 623 of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. ``(2) Information relating to lease agreements, utilities, and telecommunications services.--Subject to the limitation in paragraph (3) and notwithstanding any other provision of law, a person or the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development may furnish to a consumer reporting agency information relating to the performance of a consumer in making payments-- ``(A) under a lease agreement with respect to a dwelling, including such a lease in which the Department of Housing and Urban Development provides subsidized payments for occupancy in a dwelling; or ``(B) pursuant to a contract for a utility or telecommunications service. ``(3) Limitation.--Information about the usage by a consumer of any utility service provided by a utility or telecommunication firm may be furnished to a consumer reporting agency only to the extent that the information relates to the payment by the consumer for the service of the utility or telecommunication service or other terms of the provision of the services to the consumer, including any deposit, discount, or conditions for interruption or termination of the service. ``(4) Payment plan.--An energy utility firm may not report payment information to a consumer reporting agency with respect to an outstanding balance of a consumer as late if-- ``(A) the energy utility firm and the consumer have entered into a payment plan (including a deferred payment agreement, an arrearage management program, or a debt forgiveness program) with respect to such outstanding balance; and ``(B) the consumer is meeting the obligations of the payment plan, as determined by the energy utility firm.''. 1681s-2(c)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (2), by striking ``or'' at the end; (2) by redesignating paragraph (3) as paragraph (4); and (3) by inserting after paragraph (2) the following: ``(3) subsection (f) of this section, including any regulations issued thereunder; or''.

To amend the Fair Credit Reporting Act to clarify Federal law with respect to reporting certain positive consumer credit information to consumer reporting agencies, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Credit Access and Inclusion Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. POSITIVE CREDIT REPORTING PERMITTED. (a) In General.--Section 623 of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 1681s-2) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(f) Full-File Credit Reporting.-- ``(1) Definitions.--In this subsection: ``(A) Energy utility firm.--The term `energy utility firm' means an entity that provides gas or electric utility services to the public. ``(B) Utility or telecommunication firm.--The term `utility or telecommunication firm' means an entity that provides utility services to the public through pipe, wire, landline, wireless, cable, or other connected facilities, or radio, electronic, or similar transmission (including the extension of such facilities). ``(2) Information relating to lease agreements, utilities, and telecommunications services.--Subject to the limitation in paragraph (3) and notwithstanding any other provision of law, a person or the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development may furnish to a consumer reporting agency information relating to the performance of a consumer in making payments-- ``(A) under a lease agreement with respect to a dwelling, including such a lease in which the Department of Housing and Urban Development provides subsidized payments for occupancy in a dwelling; or ``(B) pursuant to a contract for a utility or telecommunications service. ``(3) Limitation.--Information about the usage by a consumer of any utility service provided by a utility or telecommunication firm may be furnished to a consumer reporting agency only to the extent that the information relates to the payment by the consumer for the service of the utility or telecommunication service or other terms of the provision of the services to the consumer, including any deposit, discount, or conditions for interruption or termination of the service. ``(4) Payment plan.--An energy utility firm may not report payment information to a consumer reporting agency with respect to an outstanding balance of a consumer as late if-- ``(A) the energy utility firm and the consumer have entered into a payment plan (including a deferred payment agreement, an arrearage management program, or a debt forgiveness program) with respect to such outstanding balance; and ``(B) the consumer is meeting the obligations of the payment plan, as determined by the energy utility firm.''. (b) Limitation on Liability.--Section 623(c) of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 1681s-2(c)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (2), by striking ``or'' at the end; (2) by redesignating paragraph (3) as paragraph (4); and (3) by inserting after paragraph (2) the following: ``(3) subsection (f) of this section, including any regulations issued thereunder; or''. (c) GAO Study and Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on the impact of furnishing information pursuant to subsection (f) of section 623 of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 1681s-2), as added by subsection (a) of this Act, on consumers. <all>

To amend the Fair Credit Reporting Act to clarify Federal law with respect to reporting certain positive consumer credit information to consumer reporting agencies, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Credit Access and Inclusion Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. POSITIVE CREDIT REPORTING PERMITTED. (a) In General.--Section 623 of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 1681s-2) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(f) Full-File Credit Reporting.-- ``(1) Definitions.--In this subsection: ``(A) Energy utility firm.--The term `energy utility firm' means an entity that provides gas or electric utility services to the public. ``(B) Utility or telecommunication firm.--The term `utility or telecommunication firm' means an entity that provides utility services to the public through pipe, wire, landline, wireless, cable, or other connected facilities, or radio, electronic, or similar transmission (including the extension of such facilities). ``(2) Information relating to lease agreements, utilities, and telecommunications services.--Subject to the limitation in paragraph (3) and notwithstanding any other provision of law, a person or the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development may furnish to a consumer reporting agency information relating to the performance of a consumer in making payments-- ``(A) under a lease agreement with respect to a dwelling, including such a lease in which the Department of Housing and Urban Development provides subsidized payments for occupancy in a dwelling; or ``(B) pursuant to a contract for a utility or telecommunications service. ``(3) Limitation.--Information about the usage by a consumer of any utility service provided by a utility or telecommunication firm may be furnished to a consumer reporting agency only to the extent that the information relates to the payment by the consumer for the service of the utility or telecommunication service or other terms of the provision of the services to the consumer, including any deposit, discount, or conditions for interruption or termination of the service. ``(4) Payment plan.--An energy utility firm may not report payment information to a consumer reporting agency with respect to an outstanding balance of a consumer as late if-- ``(A) the energy utility firm and the consumer have entered into a payment plan (including a deferred payment agreement, an arrearage management program, or a debt forgiveness program) with respect to such outstanding balance; and ``(B) the consumer is meeting the obligations of the payment plan, as determined by the energy utility firm.''. (b) Limitation on Liability.--Section 623(c) of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 1681s-2(c)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (2), by striking ``or'' at the end; (2) by redesignating paragraph (3) as paragraph (4); and (3) by inserting after paragraph (2) the following: ``(3) subsection (f) of this section, including any regulations issued thereunder; or''. (c) GAO Study and Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on the impact of furnishing information pursuant to subsection (f) of section 623 of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 1681s-2), as added by subsection (a) of this Act, on consumers. <all>

To amend the Fair Credit Reporting Act to clarify Federal law with respect to reporting certain positive consumer credit information to consumer reporting agencies, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 623 of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 1681s-2) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(f) Full-File Credit Reporting.-- ``(1) Definitions.--In this subsection: ``(A) Energy utility firm.--The term `energy utility firm' means an entity that provides gas or electric utility services to the public. ``(3) Limitation.--Information about the usage by a consumer of any utility service provided by a utility or telecommunication firm may be furnished to a consumer reporting agency only to the extent that the information relates to the payment by the consumer for the service of the utility or telecommunication service or other terms of the provision of the services to the consumer, including any deposit, discount, or conditions for interruption or termination of the service. ``(4) Payment plan.--An energy utility firm may not report payment information to a consumer reporting agency with respect to an outstanding balance of a consumer as late if-- ``(A) the energy utility firm and the consumer have entered into a payment plan (including a deferred payment agreement, an arrearage management program, or a debt forgiveness program) with respect to such outstanding balance; and ``(B) the consumer is meeting the obligations of the payment plan, as determined by the energy utility firm.''. ( c) GAO Study and Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on the impact of furnishing information pursuant to subsection (f) of section 623 of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 1681s-2), as added by subsection (a) of this Act, on consumers.

To amend the Fair Credit Reporting Act to clarify Federal law with respect to reporting certain positive consumer credit information to consumer reporting agencies, and for other purposes. ``(B) Utility or telecommunication firm.--The term `utility or telecommunication firm' means an entity that provides utility services to the public through pipe, wire, landline, wireless, cable, or other connected facilities, or radio, electronic, or similar transmission (including the extension of such facilities). ``(4) Payment plan.--An energy utility firm may not report payment information to a consumer reporting agency with respect to an outstanding balance of a consumer as late if-- ``(A) the energy utility firm and the consumer have entered into a payment plan (including a deferred payment agreement, an arrearage management program, or a debt forgiveness program) with respect to such outstanding balance; and ``(B) the consumer is meeting the obligations of the payment plan, as determined by the energy utility firm.''. ( c) GAO Study and Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on the impact of furnishing information pursuant to subsection (f) of section 623 of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 1681s-2), as added by subsection (a) of this Act, on consumers.

To amend the Fair Credit Reporting Act to clarify Federal law with respect to reporting certain positive consumer credit information to consumer reporting agencies, and for other purposes. ``(B) Utility or telecommunication firm.--The term `utility or telecommunication firm' means an entity that provides utility services to the public through pipe, wire, landline, wireless, cable, or other connected facilities, or radio, electronic, or similar transmission (including the extension of such facilities). ``(4) Payment plan.--An energy utility firm may not report payment information to a consumer reporting agency with respect to an outstanding balance of a consumer as late if-- ``(A) the energy utility firm and the consumer have entered into a payment plan (including a deferred payment agreement, an arrearage management program, or a debt forgiveness program) with respect to such outstanding balance; and ``(B) the consumer is meeting the obligations of the payment plan, as determined by the energy utility firm.''. ( c) GAO Study and Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on the impact of furnishing information pursuant to subsection (f) of section 623 of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 1681s-2), as added by subsection (a) of this Act, on consumers.

To amend the Fair Credit Reporting Act to clarify Federal law with respect to reporting certain positive consumer credit information to consumer reporting agencies, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 623 of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 1681s-2) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(f) Full-File Credit Reporting.-- ``(1) Definitions.--In this subsection: ``(A) Energy utility firm.--The term `energy utility firm' means an entity that provides gas or electric utility services to the public. ``(3) Limitation.--Information about the usage by a consumer of any utility service provided by a utility or telecommunication firm may be furnished to a consumer reporting agency only to the extent that the information relates to the payment by the consumer for the service of the utility or telecommunication service or other terms of the provision of the services to the consumer, including any deposit, discount, or conditions for interruption or termination of the service. ``(4) Payment plan.--An energy utility firm may not report payment information to a consumer reporting agency with respect to an outstanding balance of a consumer as late if-- ``(A) the energy utility firm and the consumer have entered into a payment plan (including a deferred payment agreement, an arrearage management program, or a debt forgiveness program) with respect to such outstanding balance; and ``(B) the consumer is meeting the obligations of the payment plan, as determined by the energy utility firm.''. ( c) GAO Study and Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on the impact of furnishing information pursuant to subsection (f) of section 623 of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 1681s-2), as added by subsection (a) of this Act, on consumers.

To amend the Fair Credit Reporting Act to clarify Federal law with respect to reporting certain positive consumer credit information to consumer reporting agencies, and for other purposes. ``(B) Utility or telecommunication firm.--The term `utility or telecommunication firm' means an entity that provides utility services to the public through pipe, wire, landline, wireless, cable, or other connected facilities, or radio, electronic, or similar transmission (including the extension of such facilities). ``(4) Payment plan.--An energy utility firm may not report payment information to a consumer reporting agency with respect to an outstanding balance of a consumer as late if-- ``(A) the energy utility firm and the consumer have entered into a payment plan (including a deferred payment agreement, an arrearage management program, or a debt forgiveness program) with respect to such outstanding balance; and ``(B) the consumer is meeting the obligations of the payment plan, as determined by the energy utility firm.''. ( c) GAO Study and Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on the impact of furnishing information pursuant to subsection (f) of section 623 of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 1681s-2), as added by subsection (a) of this Act, on consumers.

To amend the Fair Credit Reporting Act to clarify Federal law with respect to reporting certain positive consumer credit information to consumer reporting agencies, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 623 of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 1681s-2) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(f) Full-File Credit Reporting.-- ``(1) Definitions.--In this subsection: ``(A) Energy utility firm.--The term `energy utility firm' means an entity that provides gas or electric utility services to the public. ``(3) Limitation.--Information about the usage by a consumer of any utility service provided by a utility or telecommunication firm may be furnished to a consumer reporting agency only to the extent that the information relates to the payment by the consumer for the service of the utility or telecommunication service or other terms of the provision of the services to the consumer, including any deposit, discount, or conditions for interruption or termination of the service. ``(4) Payment plan.--An energy utility firm may not report payment information to a consumer reporting agency with respect to an outstanding balance of a consumer as late if-- ``(A) the energy utility firm and the consumer have entered into a payment plan (including a deferred payment agreement, an arrearage management program, or a debt forgiveness program) with respect to such outstanding balance; and ``(B) the consumer is meeting the obligations of the payment plan, as determined by the energy utility firm.''. ( c) GAO Study and Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on the impact of furnishing information pursuant to subsection (f) of section 623 of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 1681s-2), as added by subsection (a) of this Act, on consumers.

To amend the Fair Credit Reporting Act to clarify Federal law with respect to reporting certain positive consumer credit information to consumer reporting agencies, and for other purposes. ``(B) Utility or telecommunication firm.--The term `utility or telecommunication firm' means an entity that provides utility services to the public through pipe, wire, landline, wireless, cable, or other connected facilities, or radio, electronic, or similar transmission (including the extension of such facilities). ``(4) Payment plan.--An energy utility firm may not report payment information to a consumer reporting agency with respect to an outstanding balance of a consumer as late if-- ``(A) the energy utility firm and the consumer have entered into a payment plan (including a deferred payment agreement, an arrearage management program, or a debt forgiveness program) with respect to such outstanding balance; and ``(B) the consumer is meeting the obligations of the payment plan, as determined by the energy utility firm.''. ( c) GAO Study and Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on the impact of furnishing information pursuant to subsection (f) of section 623 of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 1681s-2), as added by subsection (a) of this Act, on consumers.

To amend the Fair Credit Reporting Act to clarify Federal law with respect to reporting certain positive consumer credit information to consumer reporting agencies, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 623 of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 1681s-2) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(f) Full-File Credit Reporting.-- ``(1) Definitions.--In this subsection: ``(A) Energy utility firm.--The term `energy utility firm' means an entity that provides gas or electric utility services to the public. ``(3) Limitation.--Information about the usage by a consumer of any utility service provided by a utility or telecommunication firm may be furnished to a consumer reporting agency only to the extent that the information relates to the payment by the consumer for the service of the utility or telecommunication service or other terms of the provision of the services to the consumer, including any deposit, discount, or conditions for interruption or termination of the service. ``(4) Payment plan.--An energy utility firm may not report payment information to a consumer reporting agency with respect to an outstanding balance of a consumer as late if-- ``(A) the energy utility firm and the consumer have entered into a payment plan (including a deferred payment agreement, an arrearage management program, or a debt forgiveness program) with respect to such outstanding balance; and ``(B) the consumer is meeting the obligations of the payment plan, as determined by the energy utility firm.''. ( c) GAO Study and Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on the impact of furnishing information pursuant to subsection (f) of section 623 of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 1681s-2), as added by subsection (a) of this Act, on consumers.

To amend the Fair Credit Reporting Act to clarify Federal law with respect to reporting certain positive consumer credit information to consumer reporting agencies, and for other purposes. ``(B) Utility or telecommunication firm.--The term `utility or telecommunication firm' means an entity that provides utility services to the public through pipe, wire, landline, wireless, cable, or other connected facilities, or radio, electronic, or similar transmission (including the extension of such facilities). ``(4) Payment plan.--An energy utility firm may not report payment information to a consumer reporting agency with respect to an outstanding balance of a consumer as late if-- ``(A) the energy utility firm and the consumer have entered into a payment plan (including a deferred payment agreement, an arrearage management program, or a debt forgiveness program) with respect to such outstanding balance; and ``(B) the consumer is meeting the obligations of the payment plan, as determined by the energy utility firm.''. ( c) GAO Study and Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on the impact of furnishing information pursuant to subsection (f) of section 623 of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 1681s-2), as added by subsection (a) of this Act, on consumers.

To amend the Fair Credit Reporting Act to clarify Federal law with respect to reporting certain positive consumer credit information to consumer reporting agencies, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 623 of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 1681s-2) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(f) Full-File Credit Reporting.-- ``(1) Definitions.--In this subsection: ``(A) Energy utility firm.--The term `energy utility firm' means an entity that provides gas or electric utility services to the public. ``(3) Limitation.--Information about the usage by a consumer of any utility service provided by a utility or telecommunication firm may be furnished to a consumer reporting agency only to the extent that the information relates to the payment by the consumer for the service of the utility or telecommunication service or other terms of the provision of the services to the consumer, including any deposit, discount, or conditions for interruption or termination of the service. ``(4) Payment plan.--An energy utility firm may not report payment information to a consumer reporting agency with respect to an outstanding balance of a consumer as late if-- ``(A) the energy utility firm and the consumer have entered into a payment plan (including a deferred payment agreement, an arrearage management program, or a debt forgiveness program) with respect to such outstanding balance; and ``(B) the consumer is meeting the obligations of the payment plan, as determined by the energy utility firm.''. ( c) GAO Study and Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on the impact of furnishing information pursuant to subsection (f) of section 623 of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 1681s-2), as added by subsection (a) of this Act, on consumers.

S.4427

Government Operations and Politics

Checks and Balances Act This bill expands congressional oversight of guidance documents (and other statements of policy) issued by a task force or similar entity composed of members of a federal agency.

To amend sections 801 and 804 of title 5, United States Code, to include guidance issued by non-agencies, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Checks and Balances Act''. SEC. 2. GUIDANCE ISSUED BY NON-AGENCIES. Section 801 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(h) For purposes of Congressional review under this chapter-- ``(1) guidance that directs the operations of a Federal agency and is issued by an entity with authority delegated by the President shall be considered a rule; and ``(2) the entity that issues the guidance is required to comply with this chapter in the same manner as a Federal agency.''. SEC. 3. DEFINITIONS. Section 804 of title 5, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by striking paragraph (1) and inserting: ``(1) The term `Federal agency'-- ``(A) means any agency as that term is defined in section 551(1); and ``(B) includes a task force or similar entity composed of members of an agency.''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(4) The term `guidance'-- ``(A) means an agency statement of general applicability (other than a rule that has the force and effect of law promulgated in accordance with the notice and comment procedures under section 553) that-- ``(i) does not have the force and effect of law; and ``(ii) is designated by an agency official as setting forth-- ``(I) a policy on a statutory, regulatory, personnel, or technical issue; or ``(II) an interpretation of a statutory or regulatory issue, including a personnel issue; and ``(B) may include-- ``(i) a memorandum; ``(ii) a notice; ``(iii) a bulletin; ``(iv) a directive; ``(v) a letter; ``(vi) a no-action letter; and ``(vii) any combination of the items described in clauses (i) through (vi).''. <all>

Checks and Balances Act

A bill to amend sections 801 and 804 of title 5, United States Code, to include guidance issued by non-agencies, and for other purposes.

Checks and Balances Act

Sen. Sullivan, Dan

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AK

This bill expands congressional oversight of guidance documents (and other statements of policy) issued by a task force or similar entity composed of members of a federal agency.

To amend sections 801 and 804 of title 5, United States Code, to include guidance issued by non-agencies, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Checks and Balances Act''. SEC. 2. GUIDANCE ISSUED BY NON-AGENCIES. Section 801 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(h) For purposes of Congressional review under this chapter-- ``(1) guidance that directs the operations of a Federal agency and is issued by an entity with authority delegated by the President shall be considered a rule; and ``(2) the entity that issues the guidance is required to comply with this chapter in the same manner as a Federal agency.''. SEC. 3. DEFINITIONS. Section 804 of title 5, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by striking paragraph (1) and inserting: ``(1) The term `Federal agency'-- ``(A) means any agency as that term is defined in section 551(1); and ``(B) includes a task force or similar entity composed of members of an agency.''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(4) The term `guidance'-- ``(A) means an agency statement of general applicability (other than a rule that has the force and effect of law promulgated in accordance with the notice and comment procedures under section 553) that-- ``(i) does not have the force and effect of law; and ``(ii) is designated by an agency official as setting forth-- ``(I) a policy on a statutory, regulatory, personnel, or technical issue; or ``(II) an interpretation of a statutory or regulatory issue, including a personnel issue; and ``(B) may include-- ``(i) a memorandum; ``(ii) a notice; ``(iii) a bulletin; ``(iv) a directive; ``(v) a letter; ``(vi) a no-action letter; and ``(vii) any combination of the items described in clauses (i) through (vi).''. <all>

To amend sections 801 and 804 of title 5, United States Code, to include guidance issued by non-agencies, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Checks and Balances Act''. SEC. 2. GUIDANCE ISSUED BY NON-AGENCIES. Section 801 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(h) For purposes of Congressional review under this chapter-- ``(1) guidance that directs the operations of a Federal agency and is issued by an entity with authority delegated by the President shall be considered a rule; and ``(2) the entity that issues the guidance is required to comply with this chapter in the same manner as a Federal agency.''. SEC. 3. DEFINITIONS. Section 804 of title 5, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by striking paragraph (1) and inserting: ``(1) The term `Federal agency'-- ``(A) means any agency as that term is defined in section 551(1); and ``(B) includes a task force or similar entity composed of members of an agency.''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(4) The term `guidance'-- ``(A) means an agency statement of general applicability (other than a rule that has the force and effect of law promulgated in accordance with the notice and comment procedures under section 553) that-- ``(i) does not have the force and effect of law; and ``(ii) is designated by an agency official as setting forth-- ``(I) a policy on a statutory, regulatory, personnel, or technical issue; or ``(II) an interpretation of a statutory or regulatory issue, including a personnel issue; and ``(B) may include-- ``(i) a memorandum; ``(ii) a notice; ``(iii) a bulletin; ``(iv) a directive; ``(v) a letter; ``(vi) a no-action letter; and ``(vii) any combination of the items described in clauses (i) through (vi).''. <all>

To amend sections 801 and 804 of title 5, United States Code, to include guidance issued by non-agencies, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Checks and Balances Act''. SEC. 2. GUIDANCE ISSUED BY NON-AGENCIES. Section 801 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(h) For purposes of Congressional review under this chapter-- ``(1) guidance that directs the operations of a Federal agency and is issued by an entity with authority delegated by the President shall be considered a rule; and ``(2) the entity that issues the guidance is required to comply with this chapter in the same manner as a Federal agency.''. SEC. 3. DEFINITIONS. Section 804 of title 5, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by striking paragraph (1) and inserting: ``(1) The term `Federal agency'-- ``(A) means any agency as that term is defined in section 551(1); and ``(B) includes a task force or similar entity composed of members of an agency.''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(4) The term `guidance'-- ``(A) means an agency statement of general applicability (other than a rule that has the force and effect of law promulgated in accordance with the notice and comment procedures under section 553) that-- ``(i) does not have the force and effect of law; and ``(ii) is designated by an agency official as setting forth-- ``(I) a policy on a statutory, regulatory, personnel, or technical issue; or ``(II) an interpretation of a statutory or regulatory issue, including a personnel issue; and ``(B) may include-- ``(i) a memorandum; ``(ii) a notice; ``(iii) a bulletin; ``(iv) a directive; ``(v) a letter; ``(vi) a no-action letter; and ``(vii) any combination of the items described in clauses (i) through (vi).''. <all>

To amend sections 801 and 804 of title 5, United States Code, to include guidance issued by non-agencies, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Checks and Balances Act''. SEC. 2. GUIDANCE ISSUED BY NON-AGENCIES. Section 801 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(h) For purposes of Congressional review under this chapter-- ``(1) guidance that directs the operations of a Federal agency and is issued by an entity with authority delegated by the President shall be considered a rule; and ``(2) the entity that issues the guidance is required to comply with this chapter in the same manner as a Federal agency.''. SEC. 3. DEFINITIONS. Section 804 of title 5, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by striking paragraph (1) and inserting: ``(1) The term `Federal agency'-- ``(A) means any agency as that term is defined in section 551(1); and ``(B) includes a task force or similar entity composed of members of an agency.''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(4) The term `guidance'-- ``(A) means an agency statement of general applicability (other than a rule that has the force and effect of law promulgated in accordance with the notice and comment procedures under section 553) that-- ``(i) does not have the force and effect of law; and ``(ii) is designated by an agency official as setting forth-- ``(I) a policy on a statutory, regulatory, personnel, or technical issue; or ``(II) an interpretation of a statutory or regulatory issue, including a personnel issue; and ``(B) may include-- ``(i) a memorandum; ``(ii) a notice; ``(iii) a bulletin; ``(iv) a directive; ``(v) a letter; ``(vi) a no-action letter; and ``(vii) any combination of the items described in clauses (i) through (vi).''. <all>

To amend sections 801 and 804 of title 5, United States Code, to include guidance issued by non-agencies, and for other purposes. Section 801 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(h) For purposes of Congressional review under this chapter-- ``(1) guidance that directs the operations of a Federal agency and is issued by an entity with authority delegated by the President shall be considered a rule; and ``(2) the entity that issues the guidance is required to comply with this chapter in the same manner as a Federal agency.''.

To amend sections 801 and 804 of title 5, United States Code, to include guidance issued by non-agencies, and for other purposes. Section 801 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(h) For purposes of Congressional review under this chapter-- ``(1) guidance that directs the operations of a Federal agency and is issued by an entity with authority delegated by the President shall be considered a rule; and ``(2) the entity that issues the guidance is required to comply with this chapter in the same manner as a Federal agency.''.

To amend sections 801 and 804 of title 5, United States Code, to include guidance issued by non-agencies, and for other purposes. Section 801 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(h) For purposes of Congressional review under this chapter-- ``(1) guidance that directs the operations of a Federal agency and is issued by an entity with authority delegated by the President shall be considered a rule; and ``(2) the entity that issues the guidance is required to comply with this chapter in the same manner as a Federal agency.''.

To amend sections 801 and 804 of title 5, United States Code, to include guidance issued by non-agencies, and for other purposes. Section 801 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(h) For purposes of Congressional review under this chapter-- ``(1) guidance that directs the operations of a Federal agency and is issued by an entity with authority delegated by the President shall be considered a rule; and ``(2) the entity that issues the guidance is required to comply with this chapter in the same manner as a Federal agency.''.

To amend sections 801 and 804 of title 5, United States Code, to include guidance issued by non-agencies, and for other purposes. Section 801 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(h) For purposes of Congressional review under this chapter-- ``(1) guidance that directs the operations of a Federal agency and is issued by an entity with authority delegated by the President shall be considered a rule; and ``(2) the entity that issues the guidance is required to comply with this chapter in the same manner as a Federal agency.''.

To amend sections 801 and 804 of title 5, United States Code, to include guidance issued by non-agencies, and for other purposes. Section 801 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(h) For purposes of Congressional review under this chapter-- ``(1) guidance that directs the operations of a Federal agency and is issued by an entity with authority delegated by the President shall be considered a rule; and ``(2) the entity that issues the guidance is required to comply with this chapter in the same manner as a Federal agency.''.

To amend sections 801 and 804 of title 5, United States Code, to include guidance issued by non-agencies, and for other purposes. Section 801 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(h) For purposes of Congressional review under this chapter-- ``(1) guidance that directs the operations of a Federal agency and is issued by an entity with authority delegated by the President shall be considered a rule; and ``(2) the entity that issues the guidance is required to comply with this chapter in the same manner as a Federal agency.''.

To amend sections 801 and 804 of title 5, United States Code, to include guidance issued by non-agencies, and for other purposes. Section 801 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(h) For purposes of Congressional review under this chapter-- ``(1) guidance that directs the operations of a Federal agency and is issued by an entity with authority delegated by the President shall be considered a rule; and ``(2) the entity that issues the guidance is required to comply with this chapter in the same manner as a Federal agency.''.

To amend sections 801 and 804 of title 5, United States Code, to include guidance issued by non-agencies, and for other purposes. Section 801 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(h) For purposes of Congressional review under this chapter-- ``(1) guidance that directs the operations of a Federal agency and is issued by an entity with authority delegated by the President shall be considered a rule; and ``(2) the entity that issues the guidance is required to comply with this chapter in the same manner as a Federal agency.''.

To amend sections 801 and 804 of title 5, United States Code, to include guidance issued by non-agencies, and for other purposes. Section 801 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(h) For purposes of Congressional review under this chapter-- ``(1) guidance that directs the operations of a Federal agency and is issued by an entity with authority delegated by the President shall be considered a rule; and ``(2) the entity that issues the guidance is required to comply with this chapter in the same manner as a Federal agency.''.

H.R.2068

Finance and Financial Sector

Clarifying Law Around Insurance of Marijuana Act or the CLAIM Act This bill generally provides a safe harbor from penalties or other adverse agency action for insurance companies that provide services to cannabis-related legitimate businesses in jurisdictions where such activity is legal. The Government Accountability Office must report on barriers to marketplace entry for minority-owned and women-owned cannabis-related businesses.

To create a safe harbor for insurers engaging in the business of insurance in connection with a cannabis-related legitimate business, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Clarifying Law Around Insurance of Marijuana Act'' or the ``CLAIM Act''. SEC. 2. SAFE HARBOR FOR INSURERS AND THE BUSINESS OF INSURANCE. (a) Definitions.--In this Act: (1) Cannabis.--The term ``cannabis'' has the meaning given the term ``marihuana'' in section 102 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 802). (2) Cannabis product.--The term ``cannabis product'' means any article which contains cannabis, including an article which is a concentrate, an edible, a tincture, a cannabis-infused product, or a topical. (3) Cannabis-related legitimate business.--The term ``cannabis-related legitimate business'' means a manufacturer, producer, or any person or company that-- (A) engages in any activity described in subparagraph (B) pursuant to a law established by a State or a political subdivision of a State, as determined by such State or political subdivision; and (B) participates in any business or organized activity that involves handling cannabis or cannabis products, including cultivating, producing, manufacturing, selling, transporting, displaying, dispensing, distributing, or purchasing cannabis or cannabis products. (4) Federal agency.--The term ``Federal agency''-- (A) has the meaning given the term ``Executive agency'' in section 105 of title 5, United States Code; and (B) includes a private attorney described in section 3002(1)(B) of title 28, United States Code. (5) Financial service.--The term ``financial service''-- (A) means a financial product or service, as defined in section 1002 of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (12 U.S.C. 5481); and (B) includes-- (i) the business of insurance; (ii) whether performed directly or indirectly, the authorizing, processing, clearing, settling, billing, transferring for deposit, transmitting, delivering, instructing to be delivered, reconciling, collecting, or otherwise effectuating or facilitating of payments or funds, where such payments or funds are made or transferred by any means, including by the use of credit cards, debit cards, other payment cards, or other access devices, accounts, original or substitute checks, or electronic funds transfers; (iii) acting as a money transmitting business which directly or indirectly makes use of a depository institution in connection with effectuating or facilitating a payment for a cannabis-related legitimate business or service provider in compliance with section 5330 of title 31, United States Code, and any applicable State law; and (iv) acting as an armored car service for processing and depositing with a depository institution or a Federal reserve bank with respect to any monetary instruments (as defined under section 1956(c)(5) of title 18, United States Code. (6) Indian country.--The term ``Indian country'' has the meaning given the term in section 1151 of title 18, United States Code. (7) Indian tribe.--The term ``Indian Tribe'' has the meaning given the term in section 102 of the Federally Recognized Indian Tribe List Act of 1994 (25 U.S.C. 479a). (8) Insurer.--The term ``insurer'' has the meaning given the term in section 313(r) of title 31, United States Code. (9) Manufacturer.--The term ``manufacturer'' means a person or company who manufactures, compounds, converts, processes, prepares, or packages cannabis or cannabis products. (10) Producer.--The term ``producer'' means a person who plants, cultivates, harvests, or in any way facilitates the natural growth of cannabis. (11) State.--The term ``State'' means each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and any territory or possession of the United States. (b) Insurers.--A Federal agency may not-- (1) prohibit, penalize, or otherwise discourage an insurer from engaging in the business of insurance in connection with-- (A) a cannabis-related legitimate business; or (B) a State, political subdivision of a State, or Indian Tribe that exercises jurisdiction over cannabis- related legitimate businesses; (2) terminate, cancel or otherwise limit the policies of an insurer solely because the insurer has engaged in the business of insurance in connection with a cannabis-related legitimate business; (3) recommend, incentivize, or encourage an insurer not to engage in the business of insurance in connection with a policyholder, or downgrade or cancel the insurance and insurance services offered to a policyholder solely because-- (A) the policyholder is-- (i) a manufacturer or producer, or (ii) the owner, operator, or employee of a cannabis-related legitimate business; (B) the policyholder later becomes an employee, owner, or operator of a cannabis-related legitimate business; or (C) the insurer was not aware that the policyholder is an employee, owner, or operator of a cannabis- related legitimate business; or (4) take any adverse or corrective supervisory action on a policy to-- (A) a cannabis-related legitimate business, solely because the owner or operator owns or operates a cannabis-related legitimate business; (B) an employee, owner, or operator of a cannabis- related legitimate business or service provider, solely because the employee, owner, or operator is employed by, owns, or operates a cannabis-related legitimate business, as applicable; or (C) an owner or operator of real estate or equipment that is leased to a cannabis-related legitimate business, solely because the owner or operator of the real estate or equipment leased the equipment or real estate to a cannabis-related legitimate business, as applicable. (c) Protections Under Federal Law.--With respect to engaging in the business of insurance within a State, political subdivision of a State, or Indian country that allows the cultivation, production, manufacture, sale, transportation, display, dispensing, distribution, or purchase of cannabis pursuant to a law or regulation of such State, political subdivision, or Indian Tribe that has jurisdiction over the Indian country, as applicable, an insurer that engages in the business of insurance with a cannabis-related legitimate business or service provider or who otherwise engages with a person in a transaction permissible under State law related to cannabis, and the officers, directors, and employees of that insurer may not be held liable pursuant to any Federal law or regulation-- (1) solely for engaging in the business of insurance; or (2) for further investing any income derived from such business of insurance. (d) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this Act shall-- (1) require an insurer to engage in the business of insurance in connection with a cannabis-related legitimate business; or (2) interfere with the regulation of the business of insurance in accordance with the Act of March 9, 1945 (59 Stat. 33, chapter 20; 15 U.S.C. 1011 et seq.) (commonly known as the ``McCarran-Ferguson Act'') and the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (12 U.S.C. 5301 et seq.). SEC. 3. GAO STUDY ON DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION. (a) Study.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall carry out a study on the barriers to marketplace entry, including in the licensing process, and the access to financial services for potential and existing minority-owned and women-owned cannabis-related legitimate businesses. (b) Report.--The Comptroller General shall issue a report to the Congress-- (1) containing all findings and determinations made in carrying out the study required under subsection (a); and (2) containing any regulatory or legislative recommendations for removing barriers to marketplace entry, including in the licensing process, and expanding access to financial services for potential and existing minority-owned and women-owned cannabis-related legitimate businesses. <all>

CLAIM Act

To create a safe harbor for insurers engaging in the business of insurance in connection with a cannabis-related legitimate business, and for other purposes.

CLAIM Act Clarifying Law Around Insurance of Marijuana Act

Rep. Velazquez, Nydia M.

D

NY

This bill generally provides a safe harbor from penalties or other adverse agency action for insurance companies that provide services to cannabis-related legitimate businesses in jurisdictions where such activity is legal. The Government Accountability Office must report on barriers to marketplace entry for minority-owned and women-owned cannabis-related businesses.

To create a safe harbor for insurers engaging in the business of insurance in connection with a cannabis-related legitimate business, and for other purposes. SHORT TITLE. 2. (5) Financial service.--The term ``financial service''-- (A) means a financial product or service, as defined in section 1002 of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (12 U.S.C. (6) Indian country.--The term ``Indian country'' has the meaning given the term in section 1151 of title 18, United States Code. (11) State.--The term ``State'' means each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and any territory or possession of the United States. (b) Insurers.--A Federal agency may not-- (1) prohibit, penalize, or otherwise discourage an insurer from engaging in the business of insurance in connection with-- (A) a cannabis-related legitimate business; or (B) a State, political subdivision of a State, or Indian Tribe that exercises jurisdiction over cannabis- related legitimate businesses; (2) terminate, cancel or otherwise limit the policies of an insurer solely because the insurer has engaged in the business of insurance in connection with a cannabis-related legitimate business; (3) recommend, incentivize, or encourage an insurer not to engage in the business of insurance in connection with a policyholder, or downgrade or cancel the insurance and insurance services offered to a policyholder solely because-- (A) the policyholder is-- (i) a manufacturer or producer, or (ii) the owner, operator, or employee of a cannabis-related legitimate business; (B) the policyholder later becomes an employee, owner, or operator of a cannabis-related legitimate business; or (C) the insurer was not aware that the policyholder is an employee, owner, or operator of a cannabis- related legitimate business; or (4) take any adverse or corrective supervisory action on a policy to-- (A) a cannabis-related legitimate business, solely because the owner or operator owns or operates a cannabis-related legitimate business; (B) an employee, owner, or operator of a cannabis- related legitimate business or service provider, solely because the employee, owner, or operator is employed by, owns, or operates a cannabis-related legitimate business, as applicable; or (C) an owner or operator of real estate or equipment that is leased to a cannabis-related legitimate business, solely because the owner or operator of the real estate or equipment leased the equipment or real estate to a cannabis-related legitimate business, as applicable. 1011 et seq.) SEC. 3. (a) Study.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall carry out a study on the barriers to marketplace entry, including in the licensing process, and the access to financial services for potential and existing minority-owned and women-owned cannabis-related legitimate businesses.

To create a safe harbor for insurers engaging in the business of insurance in connection with a cannabis-related legitimate business, and for other purposes. SHORT TITLE. 2. (5) Financial service.--The term ``financial service''-- (A) means a financial product or service, as defined in section 1002 of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (12 U.S.C. (6) Indian country.--The term ``Indian country'' has the meaning given the term in section 1151 of title 18, United States Code. (11) State.--The term ``State'' means each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and any territory or possession of the United States. 3.

To create a safe harbor for insurers engaging in the business of insurance in connection with a cannabis-related legitimate business, and for other 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. 802). (5) Financial service.--The term ``financial service''-- (A) means a financial product or service, as defined in section 1002 of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (12 U.S.C. 5481); and (B) includes-- (i) the business of insurance; (ii) whether performed directly or indirectly, the authorizing, processing, clearing, settling, billing, transferring for deposit, transmitting, delivering, instructing to be delivered, reconciling, collecting, or otherwise effectuating or facilitating of payments or funds, where such payments or funds are made or transferred by any means, including by the use of credit cards, debit cards, other payment cards, or other access devices, accounts, original or substitute checks, or electronic funds transfers; (iii) acting as a money transmitting business which directly or indirectly makes use of a depository institution in connection with effectuating or facilitating a payment for a cannabis-related legitimate business or service provider in compliance with section 5330 of title 31, United States Code, and any applicable State law; and (iv) acting as an armored car service for processing and depositing with a depository institution or a Federal reserve bank with respect to any monetary instruments (as defined under section 1956(c)(5) of title 18, United States Code. (6) Indian country.--The term ``Indian country'' has the meaning given the term in section 1151 of title 18, United States Code. 479a). (9) Manufacturer.--The term ``manufacturer'' means a person or company who manufactures, compounds, converts, processes, prepares, or packages cannabis or cannabis products. (10) Producer.--The term ``producer'' means a person who plants, cultivates, harvests, or in any way facilitates the natural growth of cannabis. (11) State.--The term ``State'' means each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and any territory or possession of the United States. (b) Insurers.--A Federal agency may not-- (1) prohibit, penalize, or otherwise discourage an insurer from engaging in the business of insurance in connection with-- (A) a cannabis-related legitimate business; or (B) a State, political subdivision of a State, or Indian Tribe that exercises jurisdiction over cannabis- related legitimate businesses; (2) terminate, cancel or otherwise limit the policies of an insurer solely because the insurer has engaged in the business of insurance in connection with a cannabis-related legitimate business; (3) recommend, incentivize, or encourage an insurer not to engage in the business of insurance in connection with a policyholder, or downgrade or cancel the insurance and insurance services offered to a policyholder solely because-- (A) the policyholder is-- (i) a manufacturer or producer, or (ii) the owner, operator, or employee of a cannabis-related legitimate business; (B) the policyholder later becomes an employee, owner, or operator of a cannabis-related legitimate business; or (C) the insurer was not aware that the policyholder is an employee, owner, or operator of a cannabis- related legitimate business; or (4) take any adverse or corrective supervisory action on a policy to-- (A) a cannabis-related legitimate business, solely because the owner or operator owns or operates a cannabis-related legitimate business; (B) an employee, owner, or operator of a cannabis- related legitimate business or service provider, solely because the employee, owner, or operator is employed by, owns, or operates a cannabis-related legitimate business, as applicable; or (C) an owner or operator of real estate or equipment that is leased to a cannabis-related legitimate business, solely because the owner or operator of the real estate or equipment leased the equipment or real estate to a cannabis-related legitimate business, as applicable. 33, chapter 20; 15 U.S.C. 1011 et seq.) SEC. 3. GAO STUDY ON DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION. (a) Study.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall carry out a study on the barriers to marketplace entry, including in the licensing process, and the access to financial services for potential and existing minority-owned and women-owned cannabis-related legitimate businesses.

To create a safe harbor for insurers engaging in the business of insurance in connection with a cannabis-related legitimate business, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Clarifying Law Around Insurance of Marijuana Act'' or the ``CLAIM Act''. 2. (a) Definitions.--In this Act: (1) Cannabis.--The term ``cannabis'' has the meaning given the term ``marihuana'' in section 102 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 802). (2) Cannabis product.--The term ``cannabis product'' means any article which contains cannabis, including an article which is a concentrate, an edible, a tincture, a cannabis-infused product, or a topical. (3) Cannabis-related legitimate business.--The term ``cannabis-related legitimate business'' means a manufacturer, producer, or any person or company that-- (A) engages in any activity described in subparagraph (B) pursuant to a law established by a State or a political subdivision of a State, as determined by such State or political subdivision; and (B) participates in any business or organized activity that involves handling cannabis or cannabis products, including cultivating, producing, manufacturing, selling, transporting, displaying, dispensing, distributing, or purchasing cannabis or cannabis products. (5) Financial service.--The term ``financial service''-- (A) means a financial product or service, as defined in section 1002 of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (12 U.S.C. 5481); and (B) includes-- (i) the business of insurance; (ii) whether performed directly or indirectly, the authorizing, processing, clearing, settling, billing, transferring for deposit, transmitting, delivering, instructing to be delivered, reconciling, collecting, or otherwise effectuating or facilitating of payments or funds, where such payments or funds are made or transferred by any means, including by the use of credit cards, debit cards, other payment cards, or other access devices, accounts, original or substitute checks, or electronic funds transfers; (iii) acting as a money transmitting business which directly or indirectly makes use of a depository institution in connection with effectuating or facilitating a payment for a cannabis-related legitimate business or service provider in compliance with section 5330 of title 31, United States Code, and any applicable State law; and (iv) acting as an armored car service for processing and depositing with a depository institution or a Federal reserve bank with respect to any monetary instruments (as defined under section 1956(c)(5) of title 18, United States Code. (6) Indian country.--The term ``Indian country'' has the meaning given the term in section 1151 of title 18, United States Code. 479a). (9) Manufacturer.--The term ``manufacturer'' means a person or company who manufactures, compounds, converts, processes, prepares, or packages cannabis or cannabis products. (10) Producer.--The term ``producer'' means a person who plants, cultivates, harvests, or in any way facilitates the natural growth of cannabis. (11) State.--The term ``State'' means each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and any territory or possession of the United States. (b) Insurers.--A Federal agency may not-- (1) prohibit, penalize, or otherwise discourage an insurer from engaging in the business of insurance in connection with-- (A) a cannabis-related legitimate business; or (B) a State, political subdivision of a State, or Indian Tribe that exercises jurisdiction over cannabis- related legitimate businesses; (2) terminate, cancel or otherwise limit the policies of an insurer solely because the insurer has engaged in the business of insurance in connection with a cannabis-related legitimate business; (3) recommend, incentivize, or encourage an insurer not to engage in the business of insurance in connection with a policyholder, or downgrade or cancel the insurance and insurance services offered to a policyholder solely because-- (A) the policyholder is-- (i) a manufacturer or producer, or (ii) the owner, operator, or employee of a cannabis-related legitimate business; (B) the policyholder later becomes an employee, owner, or operator of a cannabis-related legitimate business; or (C) the insurer was not aware that the policyholder is an employee, owner, or operator of a cannabis- related legitimate business; or (4) take any adverse or corrective supervisory action on a policy to-- (A) a cannabis-related legitimate business, solely because the owner or operator owns or operates a cannabis-related legitimate business; (B) an employee, owner, or operator of a cannabis- related legitimate business or service provider, solely because the employee, owner, or operator is employed by, owns, or operates a cannabis-related legitimate business, as applicable; or (C) an owner or operator of real estate or equipment that is leased to a cannabis-related legitimate business, solely because the owner or operator of the real estate or equipment leased the equipment or real estate to a cannabis-related legitimate business, as applicable. (d) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this Act shall-- (1) require an insurer to engage in the business of insurance in connection with a cannabis-related legitimate business; or (2) interfere with the regulation of the business of insurance in accordance with the Act of March 9, 1945 (59 Stat. 33, chapter 20; 15 U.S.C. 1011 et seq.) 5301 et seq.). SEC. 3. GAO STUDY ON DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION. (a) Study.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall carry out a study on the barriers to marketplace entry, including in the licensing process, and the access to financial services for potential and existing minority-owned and women-owned cannabis-related legitimate businesses. (b) Report.--The Comptroller General shall issue a report to the Congress-- (1) containing all findings and determinations made in carrying out the study required under subsection (a); and (2) containing any regulatory or legislative recommendations for removing barriers to marketplace entry, including in the licensing process, and expanding access to financial services for potential and existing minority-owned and women-owned cannabis-related legitimate businesses.

To create a safe harbor for insurers engaging in the business of insurance in connection with a cannabis-related legitimate business, and for other purposes. 2) Cannabis product.--The term ``cannabis product'' means any article which contains cannabis, including an article which is a concentrate, an edible, a tincture, a cannabis-infused product, or a topical. ( (4) Federal agency.--The term ``Federal agency''-- (A) has the meaning given the term ``Executive agency'' in section 105 of title 5, United States Code; and (B) includes a private attorney described in section 3002(1)(B) of title 28, United States Code. ( (6) Indian country.--The term ``Indian country'' has the meaning given the term in section 1151 of title 18, United States Code. ( 9) Manufacturer.--The term ``manufacturer'' means a person or company who manufactures, compounds, converts, processes, prepares, or packages cannabis or cannabis products. ( d) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this Act shall-- (1) require an insurer to engage in the business of insurance in connection with a cannabis-related legitimate business; or (2) interfere with the regulation of the business of insurance in accordance with the Act of March 9, 1945 (59 Stat. commonly known as the ``McCarran-Ferguson Act'') and the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (12 U.S.C. 5301 et seq.). (a) Study.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall carry out a study on the barriers to marketplace entry, including in the licensing process, and the access to financial services for potential and existing minority-owned and women-owned cannabis-related legitimate businesses. ( b) Report.--The Comptroller General shall issue a report to the Congress-- (1) containing all findings and determinations made in carrying out the study required under subsection (a); and (2) containing any regulatory or legislative recommendations for removing barriers to marketplace entry, including in the licensing process, and expanding access to financial services for potential and existing minority-owned and women-owned cannabis-related legitimate businesses.

To create a safe harbor for insurers engaging in the business of insurance in connection with a cannabis-related legitimate business, and for other purposes. 4) Federal agency.--The term ``Federal agency''-- (A) has the meaning given the term ``Executive agency'' in section 105 of title 5, United States Code; and (B) includes a private attorney described in section 3002(1)(B) of title 28, United States Code. ( 6) Indian country.--The term ``Indian country'' has the meaning given the term in section 1151 of title 18, United States Code. ( 9) Manufacturer.--The term ``manufacturer'' means a person or company who manufactures, compounds, converts, processes, prepares, or packages cannabis or cannabis products. ( d) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this Act shall-- (1) require an insurer to engage in the business of insurance in connection with a cannabis-related legitimate business; or (2) interfere with the regulation of the business of insurance in accordance with the Act of March 9, 1945 (59 Stat. a) Study.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall carry out a study on the barriers to marketplace entry, including in the licensing process, and the access to financial services for potential and existing minority-owned and women-owned cannabis-related legitimate businesses. (

To create a safe harbor for insurers engaging in the business of insurance in connection with a cannabis-related legitimate business, and for other purposes. 4) Federal agency.--The term ``Federal agency''-- (A) has the meaning given the term ``Executive agency'' in section 105 of title 5, United States Code; and (B) includes a private attorney described in section 3002(1)(B) of title 28, United States Code. ( 6) Indian country.--The term ``Indian country'' has the meaning given the term in section 1151 of title 18, United States Code. ( 9) Manufacturer.--The term ``manufacturer'' means a person or company who manufactures, compounds, converts, processes, prepares, or packages cannabis or cannabis products. ( d) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this Act shall-- (1) require an insurer to engage in the business of insurance in connection with a cannabis-related legitimate business; or (2) interfere with the regulation of the business of insurance in accordance with the Act of March 9, 1945 (59 Stat. a) Study.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall carry out a study on the barriers to marketplace entry, including in the licensing process, and the access to financial services for potential and existing minority-owned and women-owned cannabis-related legitimate businesses. (

To create a safe harbor for insurers engaging in the business of insurance in connection with a cannabis-related legitimate business, and for other purposes. 2) Cannabis product.--The term ``cannabis product'' means any article which contains cannabis, including an article which is a concentrate, an edible, a tincture, a cannabis-infused product, or a topical. ( (4) Federal agency.--The term ``Federal agency''-- (A) has the meaning given the term ``Executive agency'' in section 105 of title 5, United States Code; and (B) includes a private attorney described in section 3002(1)(B) of title 28, United States Code. ( (6) Indian country.--The term ``Indian country'' has the meaning given the term in section 1151 of title 18, United States Code. ( 9) Manufacturer.--The term ``manufacturer'' means a person or company who manufactures, compounds, converts, processes, prepares, or packages cannabis or cannabis products. ( d) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this Act shall-- (1) require an insurer to engage in the business of insurance in connection with a cannabis-related legitimate business; or (2) interfere with the regulation of the business of insurance in accordance with the Act of March 9, 1945 (59 Stat. commonly known as the ``McCarran-Ferguson Act'') and the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (12 U.S.C. 5301 et seq.). (a) Study.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall carry out a study on the barriers to marketplace entry, including in the licensing process, and the access to financial services for potential and existing minority-owned and women-owned cannabis-related legitimate businesses. ( b) Report.--The Comptroller General shall issue a report to the Congress-- (1) containing all findings and determinations made in carrying out the study required under subsection (a); and (2) containing any regulatory or legislative recommendations for removing barriers to marketplace entry, including in the licensing process, and expanding access to financial services for potential and existing minority-owned and women-owned cannabis-related legitimate businesses.

To create a safe harbor for insurers engaging in the business of insurance in connection with a cannabis-related legitimate business, and for other purposes. 4) Federal agency.--The term ``Federal agency''-- (A) has the meaning given the term ``Executive agency'' in section 105 of title 5, United States Code; and (B) includes a private attorney described in section 3002(1)(B) of title 28, United States Code. ( 6) Indian country.--The term ``Indian country'' has the meaning given the term in section 1151 of title 18, United States Code. ( 9) Manufacturer.--The term ``manufacturer'' means a person or company who manufactures, compounds, converts, processes, prepares, or packages cannabis or cannabis products. ( d) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this Act shall-- (1) require an insurer to engage in the business of insurance in connection with a cannabis-related legitimate business; or (2) interfere with the regulation of the business of insurance in accordance with the Act of March 9, 1945 (59 Stat. a) Study.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall carry out a study on the barriers to marketplace entry, including in the licensing process, and the access to financial services for potential and existing minority-owned and women-owned cannabis-related legitimate businesses. (

To create a safe harbor for insurers engaging in the business of insurance in connection with a cannabis-related legitimate business, and for other purposes. 2) Cannabis product.--The term ``cannabis product'' means any article which contains cannabis, including an article which is a concentrate, an edible, a tincture, a cannabis-infused product, or a topical. ( (4) Federal agency.--The term ``Federal agency''-- (A) has the meaning given the term ``Executive agency'' in section 105 of title 5, United States Code; and (B) includes a private attorney described in section 3002(1)(B) of title 28, United States Code. ( (6) Indian country.--The term ``Indian country'' has the meaning given the term in section 1151 of title 18, United States Code. ( 9) Manufacturer.--The term ``manufacturer'' means a person or company who manufactures, compounds, converts, processes, prepares, or packages cannabis or cannabis products. ( d) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this Act shall-- (1) require an insurer to engage in the business of insurance in connection with a cannabis-related legitimate business; or (2) interfere with the regulation of the business of insurance in accordance with the Act of March 9, 1945 (59 Stat. commonly known as the ``McCarran-Ferguson Act'') and the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (12 U.S.C. 5301 et seq.). (a) Study.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall carry out a study on the barriers to marketplace entry, including in the licensing process, and the access to financial services for potential and existing minority-owned and women-owned cannabis-related legitimate businesses. ( b) Report.--The Comptroller General shall issue a report to the Congress-- (1) containing all findings and determinations made in carrying out the study required under subsection (a); and (2) containing any regulatory or legislative recommendations for removing barriers to marketplace entry, including in the licensing process, and expanding access to financial services for potential and existing minority-owned and women-owned cannabis-related legitimate businesses.

To create a safe harbor for insurers engaging in the business of insurance in connection with a cannabis-related legitimate business, and for other purposes. 4) Federal agency.--The term ``Federal agency''-- (A) has the meaning given the term ``Executive agency'' in section 105 of title 5, United States Code; and (B) includes a private attorney described in section 3002(1)(B) of title 28, United States Code. ( 6) Indian country.--The term ``Indian country'' has the meaning given the term in section 1151 of title 18, United States Code. ( 9) Manufacturer.--The term ``manufacturer'' means a person or company who manufactures, compounds, converts, processes, prepares, or packages cannabis or cannabis products. ( d) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this Act shall-- (1) require an insurer to engage in the business of insurance in connection with a cannabis-related legitimate business; or (2) interfere with the regulation of the business of insurance in accordance with the Act of March 9, 1945 (59 Stat. a) Study.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall carry out a study on the barriers to marketplace entry, including in the licensing process, and the access to financial services for potential and existing minority-owned and women-owned cannabis-related legitimate businesses. (

To create a safe harbor for insurers engaging in the business of insurance in connection with a cannabis-related legitimate business, and for other purposes. 2) Cannabis product.--The term ``cannabis product'' means any article which contains cannabis, including an article which is a concentrate, an edible, a tincture, a cannabis-infused product, or a topical. ( (4) Federal agency.--The term ``Federal agency''-- (A) has the meaning given the term ``Executive agency'' in section 105 of title 5, United States Code; and (B) includes a private attorney described in section 3002(1)(B) of title 28, United States Code. ( (6) Indian country.--The term ``Indian country'' has the meaning given the term in section 1151 of title 18, United States Code. ( 9) Manufacturer.--The term ``manufacturer'' means a person or company who manufactures, compounds, converts, processes, prepares, or packages cannabis or cannabis products. ( d) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this Act shall-- (1) require an insurer to engage in the business of insurance in connection with a cannabis-related legitimate business; or (2) interfere with the regulation of the business of insurance in accordance with the Act of March 9, 1945 (59 Stat. commonly known as the ``McCarran-Ferguson Act'') and the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (12 U.S.C. 5301 et seq.). (a) Study.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall carry out a study on the barriers to marketplace entry, including in the licensing process, and the access to financial services for potential and existing minority-owned and women-owned cannabis-related legitimate businesses. ( b) Report.--The Comptroller General shall issue a report to the Congress-- (1) containing all findings and determinations made in carrying out the study required under subsection (a); and (2) containing any regulatory or legislative recommendations for removing barriers to marketplace entry, including in the licensing process, and expanding access to financial services for potential and existing minority-owned and women-owned cannabis-related legitimate businesses.

To create a safe harbor for insurers engaging in the business of insurance in connection with a cannabis-related legitimate business, and for other purposes. 4) Federal agency.--The term ``Federal agency''-- (A) has the meaning given the term ``Executive agency'' in section 105 of title 5, United States Code; and (B) includes a private attorney described in section 3002(1)(B) of title 28, United States Code. ( 6) Indian country.--The term ``Indian country'' has the meaning given the term in section 1151 of title 18, United States Code. ( 9) Manufacturer.--The term ``manufacturer'' means a person or company who manufactures, compounds, converts, processes, prepares, or packages cannabis or cannabis products. ( d) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this Act shall-- (1) require an insurer to engage in the business of insurance in connection with a cannabis-related legitimate business; or (2) interfere with the regulation of the business of insurance in accordance with the Act of March 9, 1945 (59 Stat. a) Study.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall carry out a study on the barriers to marketplace entry, including in the licensing process, and the access to financial services for potential and existing minority-owned and women-owned cannabis-related legitimate businesses. (

To create a safe harbor for insurers engaging in the business of insurance in connection with a cannabis-related legitimate business, and for other purposes. 2) Cannabis product.--The term ``cannabis product'' means any article which contains cannabis, including an article which is a concentrate, an edible, a tincture, a cannabis-infused product, or a topical. ( (4) Federal agency.--The term ``Federal agency''-- (A) has the meaning given the term ``Executive agency'' in section 105 of title 5, United States Code; and (B) includes a private attorney described in section 3002(1)(B) of title 28, United States Code. ( (6) Indian country.--The term ``Indian country'' has the meaning given the term in section 1151 of title 18, United States Code. ( 9) Manufacturer.--The term ``manufacturer'' means a person or company who manufactures, compounds, converts, processes, prepares, or packages cannabis or cannabis products. ( d) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this Act shall-- (1) require an insurer to engage in the business of insurance in connection with a cannabis-related legitimate business; or (2) interfere with the regulation of the business of insurance in accordance with the Act of March 9, 1945 (59 Stat. commonly known as the ``McCarran-Ferguson Act'') and the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (12 U.S.C. 5301 et seq.). (a) Study.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall carry out a study on the barriers to marketplace entry, including in the licensing process, and the access to financial services for potential and existing minority-owned and women-owned cannabis-related legitimate businesses. ( b) Report.--The Comptroller General shall issue a report to the Congress-- (1) containing all findings and determinations made in carrying out the study required under subsection (a); and (2) containing any regulatory or legislative recommendations for removing barriers to marketplace entry, including in the licensing process, and expanding access to financial services for potential and existing minority-owned and women-owned cannabis-related legitimate businesses.

H.R.9470

Immigration

American Safety And Fairness through Expedited Removal Act of 2022 or the American SAFER Act of 2022 This bill expands the classes of non-U.S. nationals (aliens under federal law) who are subject to expedited removal (i.e., removal from the United States without further hearing or review). Specifically, the bill nullifies a 2004 Department of Homeland Security (DHS) rule that generally limits expedited removal to certain situations, such as for non-U.S. nationals encountered within 14 days of entry into the United States without inspection and within 100 miles of a U.S. international land border. The bill also (1) prohibits DHS from implementing a rule that limits expedited removal based on how far a non-U.S. national was from the border when encountered or apprehended, and (2) modifies the relevant statute to state that expedited removal authority applies regardless of where the non-U.S. national was encountered or apprehended.

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to clarify that expedited removal of inadmissible arriving aliens applies regardless of where the alien is encountered or apprehended, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``American Safety And Fairness through Expedited Removal Act of 2022'' or the ``American SAFER Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. EXPANSION OF EXPEDITED REMOVAL OF INADMISSIBLE ARRIVING ALIENS. Section 235(b)(1)(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1225(b)(1)(A)) is amended-- (1) in clause (i), by inserting ``, regardless of where the alien is encountered or apprehended,'' after ``or is described in clause (iii)''; (2) in clause (ii), by inserting ``, regardless of where the alien is encountered or apprehended,'' after ``or is described in clause (iii)''; and (3) in clause (iii)-- (A) by amending subclause (I) to read as follows: ``(I) In general.--The Secretary of Homeland Security shall apply clauses (i) and (ii) of this subparagraph to all aliens described in subclause (II).''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(III) Discretionary application to other aliens.--The Secretary of Homeland Security may apply clauses (i) and (ii) of this subparagraph to any or all other aliens who have not been admitted or paroled into the United States, as designated by the Secretary of Homeland Security. Such designation shall be in the sole and unreviewable discretion of the Secretary of Homeland Security and may be modified at any time.''. SEC. 3. RULEMAKING. (a) Nullification of Rule.--The rule of the Department of Homeland Security entitled ``Designating Aliens for Expedited Removal'' (69 Fed. Reg. 48,877; August 11, 2004) shall have no force or effect. (b) Implementation.--Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall make a rule to implement the amendments made by this Act. (c) Limitation on Rulemaking.--The Secretary of Homeland Security may not make any rules implementing section 235(b)(1)(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1225(b)(1)(A)) that limit the authority for expedited removal by the distance from the border of the United States where an alien is encountered or apprehended. <all>

American SAFER Act of 2022

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to clarify that expedited removal of inadmissible arriving aliens applies regardless of where the alien is encountered or apprehended, and for other purposes.

American SAFER Act of 2022 American Safety And Fairness through Expedited Removal Act of 2022

Rep. Fallon, Pat

R

TX

This bill expands the classes of non-U.S. nationals (aliens under federal law) who are subject to expedited removal (i.e., removal from the United States without further hearing or review). Specifically, the bill nullifies a 2004 Department of Homeland Security (DHS) rule that generally limits expedited removal to certain situations, such as for non-U.S. nationals encountered within 14 days of entry into the United States without inspection and within 100 miles of a U.S. international land border. The bill also (1) prohibits DHS from implementing a rule that limits expedited removal based on how far a non-U.S. national was from the border when encountered or apprehended, and (2) modifies the relevant statute to state that expedited removal authority applies regardless of where the non-U.S. national was encountered or apprehended.

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to clarify that expedited removal of inadmissible arriving aliens applies regardless of where the alien is encountered or apprehended, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``American Safety And Fairness through Expedited Removal Act of 2022'' or the ``American SAFER Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. EXPANSION OF EXPEDITED REMOVAL OF INADMISSIBLE ARRIVING ALIENS. Section 235(b)(1)(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1225(b)(1)(A)) is amended-- (1) in clause (i), by inserting ``, regardless of where the alien is encountered or apprehended,'' after ``or is described in clause (iii)''; (2) in clause (ii), by inserting ``, regardless of where the alien is encountered or apprehended,'' after ``or is described in clause (iii)''; and (3) in clause (iii)-- (A) by amending subclause (I) to read as follows: ``(I) In general.--The Secretary of Homeland Security shall apply clauses (i) and (ii) of this subparagraph to all aliens described in subclause (II).''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(III) Discretionary application to other aliens.--The Secretary of Homeland Security may apply clauses (i) and (ii) of this subparagraph to any or all other aliens who have not been admitted or paroled into the United States, as designated by the Secretary of Homeland Security. Such designation shall be in the sole and unreviewable discretion of the Secretary of Homeland Security and may be modified at any time.''. SEC. 3. RULEMAKING. (a) Nullification of Rule.--The rule of the Department of Homeland Security entitled ``Designating Aliens for Expedited Removal'' (69 Fed. Reg. 48,877; August 11, 2004) shall have no force or effect. (b) Implementation.--Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall make a rule to implement the amendments made by this Act. (c) Limitation on Rulemaking.--The Secretary of Homeland Security may not make any rules implementing section 235(b)(1)(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1225(b)(1)(A)) that limit the authority for expedited removal by the distance from the border of the United States where an alien is encountered or apprehended. <all>

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to clarify that expedited removal of inadmissible arriving aliens applies regardless of where the alien is encountered or apprehended, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``American Safety And Fairness through Expedited Removal Act of 2022'' or the ``American SAFER Act of 2022''. EXPANSION OF EXPEDITED REMOVAL OF INADMISSIBLE ARRIVING ALIENS. Section 235(b)(1)(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1225(b)(1)(A)) is amended-- (1) in clause (i), by inserting ``, regardless of where the alien is encountered or apprehended,'' after ``or is described in clause (iii)''; (2) in clause (ii), by inserting ``, regardless of where the alien is encountered or apprehended,'' after ``or is described in clause (iii)''; and (3) in clause (iii)-- (A) by amending subclause (I) to read as follows: ``(I) In general.--The Secretary of Homeland Security shall apply clauses (i) and (ii) of this subparagraph to all aliens described in subclause (II). ''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(III) Discretionary application to other aliens.--The Secretary of Homeland Security may apply clauses (i) and (ii) of this subparagraph to any or all other aliens who have not been admitted or paroled into the United States, as designated by the Secretary of Homeland Security. Such designation shall be in the sole and unreviewable discretion of the Secretary of Homeland Security and may be modified at any time.''. SEC. RULEMAKING. (a) Nullification of Rule.--The rule of the Department of Homeland Security entitled ``Designating Aliens for Expedited Removal'' (69 Fed. Reg. 48,877; August 11, 2004) shall have no force or effect. (b) Implementation.--Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall make a rule to implement the amendments made by this Act. 1225(b)(1)(A)) that limit the authority for expedited removal by the distance from the border of the United States where an alien is encountered or apprehended.

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to clarify that expedited removal of inadmissible arriving aliens applies regardless of where the alien is encountered or apprehended, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``American Safety And Fairness through Expedited Removal Act of 2022'' or the ``American SAFER Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. EXPANSION OF EXPEDITED REMOVAL OF INADMISSIBLE ARRIVING ALIENS. Section 235(b)(1)(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1225(b)(1)(A)) is amended-- (1) in clause (i), by inserting ``, regardless of where the alien is encountered or apprehended,'' after ``or is described in clause (iii)''; (2) in clause (ii), by inserting ``, regardless of where the alien is encountered or apprehended,'' after ``or is described in clause (iii)''; and (3) in clause (iii)-- (A) by amending subclause (I) to read as follows: ``(I) In general.--The Secretary of Homeland Security shall apply clauses (i) and (ii) of this subparagraph to all aliens described in subclause (II).''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(III) Discretionary application to other aliens.--The Secretary of Homeland Security may apply clauses (i) and (ii) of this subparagraph to any or all other aliens who have not been admitted or paroled into the United States, as designated by the Secretary of Homeland Security. Such designation shall be in the sole and unreviewable discretion of the Secretary of Homeland Security and may be modified at any time.''. SEC. 3. RULEMAKING. (a) Nullification of Rule.--The rule of the Department of Homeland Security entitled ``Designating Aliens for Expedited Removal'' (69 Fed. Reg. 48,877; August 11, 2004) shall have no force or effect. (b) Implementation.--Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall make a rule to implement the amendments made by this Act. (c) Limitation on Rulemaking.--The Secretary of Homeland Security may not make any rules implementing section 235(b)(1)(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1225(b)(1)(A)) that limit the authority for expedited removal by the distance from the border of the United States where an alien is encountered or apprehended. <all>

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to clarify that expedited removal of inadmissible arriving aliens applies regardless of where the alien is encountered or apprehended, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``American Safety And Fairness through Expedited Removal Act of 2022'' or the ``American SAFER Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. EXPANSION OF EXPEDITED REMOVAL OF INADMISSIBLE ARRIVING ALIENS. Section 235(b)(1)(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1225(b)(1)(A)) is amended-- (1) in clause (i), by inserting ``, regardless of where the alien is encountered or apprehended,'' after ``or is described in clause (iii)''; (2) in clause (ii), by inserting ``, regardless of where the alien is encountered or apprehended,'' after ``or is described in clause (iii)''; and (3) in clause (iii)-- (A) by amending subclause (I) to read as follows: ``(I) In general.--The Secretary of Homeland Security shall apply clauses (i) and (ii) of this subparagraph to all aliens described in subclause (II).''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(III) Discretionary application to other aliens.--The Secretary of Homeland Security may apply clauses (i) and (ii) of this subparagraph to any or all other aliens who have not been admitted or paroled into the United States, as designated by the Secretary of Homeland Security. Such designation shall be in the sole and unreviewable discretion of the Secretary of Homeland Security and may be modified at any time.''. SEC. 3. RULEMAKING. (a) Nullification of Rule.--The rule of the Department of Homeland Security entitled ``Designating Aliens for Expedited Removal'' (69 Fed. Reg. 48,877; August 11, 2004) shall have no force or effect. (b) Implementation.--Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall make a rule to implement the amendments made by this Act. (c) Limitation on Rulemaking.--The Secretary of Homeland Security may not make any rules implementing section 235(b)(1)(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1225(b)(1)(A)) that limit the authority for expedited removal by the distance from the border of the United States where an alien is encountered or apprehended. <all>

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to clarify that expedited removal of inadmissible arriving aliens applies regardless of where the alien is encountered or apprehended, and for other purposes. and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(III) Discretionary application to other aliens.--The Secretary of Homeland Security may apply clauses (i) and (ii) of this subparagraph to any or all other aliens who have not been admitted or paroled into the United States, as designated by the Secretary of Homeland Security. Such designation shall be in the sole and unreviewable discretion of the Secretary of Homeland Security and may be modified at any time.''. c) Limitation on Rulemaking.--The Secretary of Homeland Security may not make any rules implementing section 235(b)(1)(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1225(b)(1)(A)) that limit the authority for expedited removal by the distance from the border of the United States where an alien is encountered or apprehended.

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to clarify that expedited removal of inadmissible arriving aliens applies regardless of where the alien is encountered or apprehended, and for other purposes. and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(III) Discretionary application to other aliens.--The Secretary of Homeland Security may apply clauses (i) and (ii) of this subparagraph to any or all other aliens who have not been admitted or paroled into the United States, as designated by the Secretary of Homeland Security. 1225(b)(1)(A)) that limit the authority for expedited removal by the distance from the border of the United States where an alien is encountered or apprehended.

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to clarify that expedited removal of inadmissible arriving aliens applies regardless of where the alien is encountered or apprehended, and for other purposes. and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(III) Discretionary application to other aliens.--The Secretary of Homeland Security may apply clauses (i) and (ii) of this subparagraph to any or all other aliens who have not been admitted or paroled into the United States, as designated by the Secretary of Homeland Security. 1225(b)(1)(A)) that limit the authority for expedited removal by the distance from the border of the United States where an alien is encountered or apprehended.

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to clarify that expedited removal of inadmissible arriving aliens applies regardless of where the alien is encountered or apprehended, and for other purposes. and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(III) Discretionary application to other aliens.--The Secretary of Homeland Security may apply clauses (i) and (ii) of this subparagraph to any or all other aliens who have not been admitted or paroled into the United States, as designated by the Secretary of Homeland Security. Such designation shall be in the sole and unreviewable discretion of the Secretary of Homeland Security and may be modified at any time.''. c) Limitation on Rulemaking.--The Secretary of Homeland Security may not make any rules implementing section 235(b)(1)(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1225(b)(1)(A)) that limit the authority for expedited removal by the distance from the border of the United States where an alien is encountered or apprehended.

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to clarify that expedited removal of inadmissible arriving aliens applies regardless of where the alien is encountered or apprehended, and for other purposes. and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(III) Discretionary application to other aliens.--The Secretary of Homeland Security may apply clauses (i) and (ii) of this subparagraph to any or all other aliens who have not been admitted or paroled into the United States, as designated by the Secretary of Homeland Security. 1225(b)(1)(A)) that limit the authority for expedited removal by the distance from the border of the United States where an alien is encountered or apprehended.

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to clarify that expedited removal of inadmissible arriving aliens applies regardless of where the alien is encountered or apprehended, and for other purposes. and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(III) Discretionary application to other aliens.--The Secretary of Homeland Security may apply clauses (i) and (ii) of this subparagraph to any or all other aliens who have not been admitted or paroled into the United States, as designated by the Secretary of Homeland Security. Such designation shall be in the sole and unreviewable discretion of the Secretary of Homeland Security and may be modified at any time.''. c) Limitation on Rulemaking.--The Secretary of Homeland Security may not make any rules implementing section 235(b)(1)(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1225(b)(1)(A)) that limit the authority for expedited removal by the distance from the border of the United States where an alien is encountered or apprehended.

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to clarify that expedited removal of inadmissible arriving aliens applies regardless of where the alien is encountered or apprehended, and for other purposes. and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(III) Discretionary application to other aliens.--The Secretary of Homeland Security may apply clauses (i) and (ii) of this subparagraph to any or all other aliens who have not been admitted or paroled into the United States, as designated by the Secretary of Homeland Security. 1225(b)(1)(A)) that limit the authority for expedited removal by the distance from the border of the United States where an alien is encountered or apprehended.

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to clarify that expedited removal of inadmissible arriving aliens applies regardless of where the alien is encountered or apprehended, and for other purposes. and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(III) Discretionary application to other aliens.--The Secretary of Homeland Security may apply clauses (i) and (ii) of this subparagraph to any or all other aliens who have not been admitted or paroled into the United States, as designated by the Secretary of Homeland Security. Such designation shall be in the sole and unreviewable discretion of the Secretary of Homeland Security and may be modified at any time.''. c) Limitation on Rulemaking.--The Secretary of Homeland Security may not make any rules implementing section 235(b)(1)(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1225(b)(1)(A)) that limit the authority for expedited removal by the distance from the border of the United States where an alien is encountered or apprehended.

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to clarify that expedited removal of inadmissible arriving aliens applies regardless of where the alien is encountered or apprehended, and for other purposes. and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(III) Discretionary application to other aliens.--The Secretary of Homeland Security may apply clauses (i) and (ii) of this subparagraph to any or all other aliens who have not been admitted or paroled into the United States, as designated by the Secretary of Homeland Security. 1225(b)(1)(A)) that limit the authority for expedited removal by the distance from the border of the United States where an alien is encountered or apprehended.

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to clarify that expedited removal of inadmissible arriving aliens applies regardless of where the alien is encountered or apprehended, and for other purposes. and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(III) Discretionary application to other aliens.--The Secretary of Homeland Security may apply clauses (i) and (ii) of this subparagraph to any or all other aliens who have not been admitted or paroled into the United States, as designated by the Secretary of Homeland Security. Such designation shall be in the sole and unreviewable discretion of the Secretary of Homeland Security and may be modified at any time.''. c) Limitation on Rulemaking.--The Secretary of Homeland Security may not make any rules implementing section 235(b)(1)(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1225(b)(1)(A)) that limit the authority for expedited removal by the distance from the border of the United States where an alien is encountered or apprehended.

H.R.3708

Commerce

Advancing Tech Startups Act This bill requires the Department of Commerce to study and report on the impact of technology startup companies and small businesses on the U.S. economy. Such study shall involve, among other things, (1) describing the activities of identified locations that are dedicated to the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses; (2) establishing a list of federal agencies asserting jurisdiction over entities and industry sectors dedicated to technology startup companies and small businesses; and (3) assessing risks and trends in relevant marketplaces and supply chains that impact technology startup companies and small businesses in the United States. Commerce must report to Congress the results of such study and any recommendations to promote the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses.

To require the Secretary of Commerce to conduct a study on tech startups, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Advancing Tech Startups Act''. SEC. 2. TECHNOLOGY STARTUP COMPANIES AND SMALL BUSINESSES STUDY. (a) In General.-- (1) Study required.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Commerce, in coordination with the head of any other appropriate Federal agency, shall conduct a study on the impact of technology startup companies and small businesses on the United States economy. (2) Requirements for study.--In conducting the study, the Secretary shall do the following: (A) Conduct a survey on technology startup companies and small businesses in the United States through outreach to participating entities to-- (i) establish a list of locations, including any State, city, or geographic area, dedicated to the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses; (ii) provide a description of the activities of such locations with respect to the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses, including any incubators, accelerators, or other activity dedicated to such creation, development, and growth; (iii) establish a list of public-private partnerships focused on promoting the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses; and (iv) provide a description of the activities of such public-private partnerships to create, develop, and grow technology startup companies and small businesses. (B) Conduct a survey of Federal activity related to innovation to-- (i) establish a comprehensive list of Federal agencies asserting jurisdiction over entities and industry sectors dedicated to the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses; (ii) identify all interagency activities related to such activities; (iii) develop a brief description of the jurisdiction and expertise of the Federal agencies identified under clause (i); and (iv) identify each Federal rule, regulation, guideline, policy, and other Federal activity implemented by each Federal agency as it relates to any State, city, or geographic area dedicated to the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses. (C) Conduct an international survey of other countries to establish a compendium of at least 10 and not more than 15 countries consisting of each country's approach to innovation to determine where the United States ranks regarding a regulatory environment that supports the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses. (D) Conduct a survey of relevant marketplaces and supply chains impacting the creation, growth, and development of technology startup companies and small businesses in the United States to-- (i) assess the severity of risks posed to such marketplaces and supply chains; (ii) review the ability of foreign governments or third parties to exploit such supply chains in a manner that raises risks to the economic and national security of the United States; and (iii) identify emerging risks and long-term trends in such marketplaces and supply chains. (b) Report to Congress.--Not later than 6 months after the completion of the study required pursuant to subsection (a), the Secretary, in coordination with the head of any other appropriate Federal agency, shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate a report that contains-- (1) the results of the study conducted under subsection (a); and (2) recommendations to-- (A) address any duplicative Federal rule, regulation, guideline, policy, and other Federal activity acting as a barrier to creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses; (B) develop and implement a comprehensive plan to promote the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses; (C) develop policies that States can adopt to encourage the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses in the United States; (D) develop strategies to mitigate current and emerging risks to relevant marketplaces and supply chains impacting the creation, growth, and development of technology startup companies and small businesses; and (E) develop legislation to accomplish such recommendations. <all>

Advancing Tech Startups Act

To require the Secretary of Commerce to conduct a study on tech startups, and for other purposes.

Advancing Tech Startups Act

Rep. Johnson, Bill

R

OH

This bill requires the Department of Commerce to study and report on the impact of technology startup companies and small businesses on the U.S. economy. Such study shall involve, among other things, (1) describing the activities of identified locations that are dedicated to the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses; (2) establishing a list of federal agencies asserting jurisdiction over entities and industry sectors dedicated to technology startup companies and small businesses; and (3) assessing risks and trends in relevant marketplaces and supply chains that impact technology startup companies and small businesses in the United States. Commerce must report to Congress the results of such study and any recommendations to promote the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses.

To require the Secretary of Commerce to conduct a study on tech startups, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Advancing Tech Startups Act''. SEC. 2. TECHNOLOGY STARTUP COMPANIES AND SMALL BUSINESSES STUDY. (a) In General.-- (1) Study required.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Commerce, in coordination with the head of any other appropriate Federal agency, shall conduct a study on the impact of technology startup companies and small businesses on the United States economy. (B) Conduct a survey of Federal activity related to innovation to-- (i) establish a comprehensive list of Federal agencies asserting jurisdiction over entities and industry sectors dedicated to the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses; (ii) identify all interagency activities related to such activities; (iii) develop a brief description of the jurisdiction and expertise of the Federal agencies identified under clause (i); and (iv) identify each Federal rule, regulation, guideline, policy, and other Federal activity implemented by each Federal agency as it relates to any State, city, or geographic area dedicated to the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses. (C) Conduct an international survey of other countries to establish a compendium of at least 10 and not more than 15 countries consisting of each country's approach to innovation to determine where the United States ranks regarding a regulatory environment that supports the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses. (D) Conduct a survey of relevant marketplaces and supply chains impacting the creation, growth, and development of technology startup companies and small businesses in the United States to-- (i) assess the severity of risks posed to such marketplaces and supply chains; (ii) review the ability of foreign governments or third parties to exploit such supply chains in a manner that raises risks to the economic and national security of the United States; and (iii) identify emerging risks and long-term trends in such marketplaces and supply chains.

To require the Secretary of Commerce to conduct a study on tech startups, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Advancing Tech Startups Act''. SEC. 2. TECHNOLOGY STARTUP COMPANIES AND SMALL BUSINESSES STUDY. (a) In General.-- (1) Study required.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Commerce, in coordination with the head of any other appropriate Federal agency, shall conduct a study on the impact of technology startup companies and small businesses on the United States economy. (B) Conduct a survey of Federal activity related to innovation to-- (i) establish a comprehensive list of Federal agencies asserting jurisdiction over entities and industry sectors dedicated to the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses; (ii) identify all interagency activities related to such activities; (iii) develop a brief description of the jurisdiction and expertise of the Federal agencies identified under clause (i); and (iv) identify each Federal rule, regulation, guideline, policy, and other Federal activity implemented by each Federal agency as it relates to any State, city, or geographic area dedicated to the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses. (C) Conduct an international survey of other countries to establish a compendium of at least 10 and not more than 15 countries consisting of each country's approach to innovation to determine where the United States ranks regarding a regulatory environment that supports the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses. (D) Conduct a survey of relevant marketplaces and supply chains impacting the creation, growth, and development of technology startup companies and small businesses in the United States to-- (i) assess the severity of risks posed to such marketplaces and supply chains; (ii) review the ability of foreign governments or third parties to exploit such supply chains in a manner that raises risks to the economic and national security of the United States; and (iii) identify emerging risks and long-term trends in such marketplaces and supply chains.

To require the Secretary of Commerce to conduct a study on tech startups, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Advancing Tech Startups Act''. SEC. 2. TECHNOLOGY STARTUP COMPANIES AND SMALL BUSINESSES STUDY. (a) In General.-- (1) Study required.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Commerce, in coordination with the head of any other appropriate Federal agency, shall conduct a study on the impact of technology startup companies and small businesses on the United States economy. (2) Requirements for study.--In conducting the study, the Secretary shall do the following: (A) Conduct a survey on technology startup companies and small businesses in the United States through outreach to participating entities to-- (i) establish a list of locations, including any State, city, or geographic area, dedicated to the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses; (ii) provide a description of the activities of such locations with respect to the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses, including any incubators, accelerators, or other activity dedicated to such creation, development, and growth; (iii) establish a list of public-private partnerships focused on promoting the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses; and (iv) provide a description of the activities of such public-private partnerships to create, develop, and grow technology startup companies and small businesses. (B) Conduct a survey of Federal activity related to innovation to-- (i) establish a comprehensive list of Federal agencies asserting jurisdiction over entities and industry sectors dedicated to the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses; (ii) identify all interagency activities related to such activities; (iii) develop a brief description of the jurisdiction and expertise of the Federal agencies identified under clause (i); and (iv) identify each Federal rule, regulation, guideline, policy, and other Federal activity implemented by each Federal agency as it relates to any State, city, or geographic area dedicated to the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses. (C) Conduct an international survey of other countries to establish a compendium of at least 10 and not more than 15 countries consisting of each country's approach to innovation to determine where the United States ranks regarding a regulatory environment that supports the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses. (D) Conduct a survey of relevant marketplaces and supply chains impacting the creation, growth, and development of technology startup companies and small businesses in the United States to-- (i) assess the severity of risks posed to such marketplaces and supply chains; (ii) review the ability of foreign governments or third parties to exploit such supply chains in a manner that raises risks to the economic and national security of the United States; and (iii) identify emerging risks and long-term trends in such marketplaces and supply chains. (b) Report to Congress.--Not later than 6 months after the completion of the study required pursuant to subsection (a), the Secretary, in coordination with the head of any other appropriate Federal agency, shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate a report that contains-- (1) the results of the study conducted under subsection (a); and (2) recommendations to-- (A) address any duplicative Federal rule, regulation, guideline, policy, and other Federal activity acting as a barrier to creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses; (B) develop and implement a comprehensive plan to promote the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses; (C) develop policies that States can adopt to encourage the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses in the United States; (D) develop strategies to mitigate current and emerging risks to relevant marketplaces and supply chains impacting the creation, growth, and development of technology startup companies and small businesses; and (E) develop legislation to accomplish such recommendations. <all>

To require the Secretary of Commerce to conduct a study on tech startups, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Advancing Tech Startups Act''. SEC. 2. TECHNOLOGY STARTUP COMPANIES AND SMALL BUSINESSES STUDY. (a) In General.-- (1) Study required.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Commerce, in coordination with the head of any other appropriate Federal agency, shall conduct a study on the impact of technology startup companies and small businesses on the United States economy. (2) Requirements for study.--In conducting the study, the Secretary shall do the following: (A) Conduct a survey on technology startup companies and small businesses in the United States through outreach to participating entities to-- (i) establish a list of locations, including any State, city, or geographic area, dedicated to the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses; (ii) provide a description of the activities of such locations with respect to the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses, including any incubators, accelerators, or other activity dedicated to such creation, development, and growth; (iii) establish a list of public-private partnerships focused on promoting the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses; and (iv) provide a description of the activities of such public-private partnerships to create, develop, and grow technology startup companies and small businesses. (B) Conduct a survey of Federal activity related to innovation to-- (i) establish a comprehensive list of Federal agencies asserting jurisdiction over entities and industry sectors dedicated to the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses; (ii) identify all interagency activities related to such activities; (iii) develop a brief description of the jurisdiction and expertise of the Federal agencies identified under clause (i); and (iv) identify each Federal rule, regulation, guideline, policy, and other Federal activity implemented by each Federal agency as it relates to any State, city, or geographic area dedicated to the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses. (C) Conduct an international survey of other countries to establish a compendium of at least 10 and not more than 15 countries consisting of each country's approach to innovation to determine where the United States ranks regarding a regulatory environment that supports the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses. (D) Conduct a survey of relevant marketplaces and supply chains impacting the creation, growth, and development of technology startup companies and small businesses in the United States to-- (i) assess the severity of risks posed to such marketplaces and supply chains; (ii) review the ability of foreign governments or third parties to exploit such supply chains in a manner that raises risks to the economic and national security of the United States; and (iii) identify emerging risks and long-term trends in such marketplaces and supply chains. (b) Report to Congress.--Not later than 6 months after the completion of the study required pursuant to subsection (a), the Secretary, in coordination with the head of any other appropriate Federal agency, shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate a report that contains-- (1) the results of the study conducted under subsection (a); and (2) recommendations to-- (A) address any duplicative Federal rule, regulation, guideline, policy, and other Federal activity acting as a barrier to creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses; (B) develop and implement a comprehensive plan to promote the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses; (C) develop policies that States can adopt to encourage the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses in the United States; (D) develop strategies to mitigate current and emerging risks to relevant marketplaces and supply chains impacting the creation, growth, and development of technology startup companies and small businesses; and (E) develop legislation to accomplish such recommendations. <all>

To require the Secretary of Commerce to conduct a study on tech startups, and for other purposes. a) In General.-- (1) Study required.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Commerce, in coordination with the head of any other appropriate Federal agency, shall conduct a study on the impact of technology startup companies and small businesses on the United States economy. C) Conduct an international survey of other countries to establish a compendium of at least 10 and not more than 15 countries consisting of each country's approach to innovation to determine where the United States ranks regarding a regulatory environment that supports the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses. (D) Conduct a survey of relevant marketplaces and supply chains impacting the creation, growth, and development of technology startup companies and small businesses in the United States to-- (i) assess the severity of risks posed to such marketplaces and supply chains; (ii) review the ability of foreign governments or third parties to exploit such supply chains in a manner that raises risks to the economic and national security of the United States; and (iii) identify emerging risks and long-term trends in such marketplaces and supply chains.

To require the Secretary of Commerce to conduct a study on tech startups, and for other purposes. a) In General.-- (1) Study required.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Commerce, in coordination with the head of any other appropriate Federal agency, shall conduct a study on the impact of technology startup companies and small businesses on the United States economy. ( (C) Conduct an international survey of other countries to establish a compendium of at least 10 and not more than 15 countries consisting of each country's approach to innovation to determine where the United States ranks regarding a regulatory environment that supports the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses. ( D) Conduct a survey of relevant marketplaces and supply chains impacting the creation, growth, and development of technology startup companies and small businesses in the United States to-- (i) assess the severity of risks posed to such marketplaces and supply chains; (ii) review the ability of foreign governments or third parties to exploit such supply chains in a manner that raises risks to the economic and national security of the United States; and (iii) identify emerging risks and long-term trends in such marketplaces and supply chains. (

To require the Secretary of Commerce to conduct a study on tech startups, and for other purposes. a) In General.-- (1) Study required.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Commerce, in coordination with the head of any other appropriate Federal agency, shall conduct a study on the impact of technology startup companies and small businesses on the United States economy. ( (C) Conduct an international survey of other countries to establish a compendium of at least 10 and not more than 15 countries consisting of each country's approach to innovation to determine where the United States ranks regarding a regulatory environment that supports the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses. ( D) Conduct a survey of relevant marketplaces and supply chains impacting the creation, growth, and development of technology startup companies and small businesses in the United States to-- (i) assess the severity of risks posed to such marketplaces and supply chains; (ii) review the ability of foreign governments or third parties to exploit such supply chains in a manner that raises risks to the economic and national security of the United States; and (iii) identify emerging risks and long-term trends in such marketplaces and supply chains. (

To require the Secretary of Commerce to conduct a study on tech startups, and for other purposes. a) In General.-- (1) Study required.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Commerce, in coordination with the head of any other appropriate Federal agency, shall conduct a study on the impact of technology startup companies and small businesses on the United States economy. C) Conduct an international survey of other countries to establish a compendium of at least 10 and not more than 15 countries consisting of each country's approach to innovation to determine where the United States ranks regarding a regulatory environment that supports the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses. (D) Conduct a survey of relevant marketplaces and supply chains impacting the creation, growth, and development of technology startup companies and small businesses in the United States to-- (i) assess the severity of risks posed to such marketplaces and supply chains; (ii) review the ability of foreign governments or third parties to exploit such supply chains in a manner that raises risks to the economic and national security of the United States; and (iii) identify emerging risks and long-term trends in such marketplaces and supply chains.

To require the Secretary of Commerce to conduct a study on tech startups, and for other purposes. a) In General.-- (1) Study required.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Commerce, in coordination with the head of any other appropriate Federal agency, shall conduct a study on the impact of technology startup companies and small businesses on the United States economy. ( (C) Conduct an international survey of other countries to establish a compendium of at least 10 and not more than 15 countries consisting of each country's approach to innovation to determine where the United States ranks regarding a regulatory environment that supports the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses. ( D) Conduct a survey of relevant marketplaces and supply chains impacting the creation, growth, and development of technology startup companies and small businesses in the United States to-- (i) assess the severity of risks posed to such marketplaces and supply chains; (ii) review the ability of foreign governments or third parties to exploit such supply chains in a manner that raises risks to the economic and national security of the United States; and (iii) identify emerging risks and long-term trends in such marketplaces and supply chains. (

To require the Secretary of Commerce to conduct a study on tech startups, and for other purposes. a) In General.-- (1) Study required.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Commerce, in coordination with the head of any other appropriate Federal agency, shall conduct a study on the impact of technology startup companies and small businesses on the United States economy. C) Conduct an international survey of other countries to establish a compendium of at least 10 and not more than 15 countries consisting of each country's approach to innovation to determine where the United States ranks regarding a regulatory environment that supports the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses. (D) Conduct a survey of relevant marketplaces and supply chains impacting the creation, growth, and development of technology startup companies and small businesses in the United States to-- (i) assess the severity of risks posed to such marketplaces and supply chains; (ii) review the ability of foreign governments or third parties to exploit such supply chains in a manner that raises risks to the economic and national security of the United States; and (iii) identify emerging risks and long-term trends in such marketplaces and supply chains.

To require the Secretary of Commerce to conduct a study on tech startups, and for other purposes. a) In General.-- (1) Study required.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Commerce, in coordination with the head of any other appropriate Federal agency, shall conduct a study on the impact of technology startup companies and small businesses on the United States economy. ( (C) Conduct an international survey of other countries to establish a compendium of at least 10 and not more than 15 countries consisting of each country's approach to innovation to determine where the United States ranks regarding a regulatory environment that supports the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses. ( D) Conduct a survey of relevant marketplaces and supply chains impacting the creation, growth, and development of technology startup companies and small businesses in the United States to-- (i) assess the severity of risks posed to such marketplaces and supply chains; (ii) review the ability of foreign governments or third parties to exploit such supply chains in a manner that raises risks to the economic and national security of the United States; and (iii) identify emerging risks and long-term trends in such marketplaces and supply chains. (

To require the Secretary of Commerce to conduct a study on tech startups, and for other purposes. a) In General.-- (1) Study required.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Commerce, in coordination with the head of any other appropriate Federal agency, shall conduct a study on the impact of technology startup companies and small businesses on the United States economy. C) Conduct an international survey of other countries to establish a compendium of at least 10 and not more than 15 countries consisting of each country's approach to innovation to determine where the United States ranks regarding a regulatory environment that supports the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses. (D) Conduct a survey of relevant marketplaces and supply chains impacting the creation, growth, and development of technology startup companies and small businesses in the United States to-- (i) assess the severity of risks posed to such marketplaces and supply chains; (ii) review the ability of foreign governments or third parties to exploit such supply chains in a manner that raises risks to the economic and national security of the United States; and (iii) identify emerging risks and long-term trends in such marketplaces and supply chains.

To require the Secretary of Commerce to conduct a study on tech startups, and for other purposes. a) In General.-- (1) Study required.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Commerce, in coordination with the head of any other appropriate Federal agency, shall conduct a study on the impact of technology startup companies and small businesses on the United States economy. ( (C) Conduct an international survey of other countries to establish a compendium of at least 10 and not more than 15 countries consisting of each country's approach to innovation to determine where the United States ranks regarding a regulatory environment that supports the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses. ( D) Conduct a survey of relevant marketplaces and supply chains impacting the creation, growth, and development of technology startup companies and small businesses in the United States to-- (i) assess the severity of risks posed to such marketplaces and supply chains; (ii) review the ability of foreign governments or third parties to exploit such supply chains in a manner that raises risks to the economic and national security of the United States; and (iii) identify emerging risks and long-term trends in such marketplaces and supply chains. (

To require the Secretary of Commerce to conduct a study on tech startups, and for other purposes. a) In General.-- (1) Study required.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Commerce, in coordination with the head of any other appropriate Federal agency, shall conduct a study on the impact of technology startup companies and small businesses on the United States economy. C) Conduct an international survey of other countries to establish a compendium of at least 10 and not more than 15 countries consisting of each country's approach to innovation to determine where the United States ranks regarding a regulatory environment that supports the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies and small businesses. (D) Conduct a survey of relevant marketplaces and supply chains impacting the creation, growth, and development of technology startup companies and small businesses in the United States to-- (i) assess the severity of risks posed to such marketplaces and supply chains; (ii) review the ability of foreign governments or third parties to exploit such supply chains in a manner that raises risks to the economic and national security of the United States; and (iii) identify emerging risks and long-term trends in such marketplaces and supply chains.

H.R.1528

Finance and Financial Sector

Promoting Transparent Standards for Corporate Insiders Act This bill directs the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to study and report on possible revisions to limit the ability of issuers of securities and issuer insiders to adopt Rule 10b5-1 trading plans. These plans allow certain employees of publicly traded corporations to sell their shares without violating insider trading prohibitions. The SEC must revise regulations consistent with the results of the study.

To require the Securities and Exchange Commission to carry out a study of Rule 10b5-1 trading plans, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Promoting Transparent Standards for Corporate Insiders Act''. SEC. 2. SEC STUDY. (a) Study.-- (1) In general.--The Securities and Exchange Commission shall carry out a study of whether Rule 10b5-1 (17 CFR 240.10b5-1) should be amended to-- (A) limit the ability of issuers and issuer insiders to adopt a plan described under paragraph (c)(1)(i)(A)(3) of Rule 10b5-1 (``trading plan'') to a time when the issuer or issuer insider is permitted to buy or sell securities during issuer-adopted trading windows; (B) limit the ability of issuers and issuer insiders to adopt multiple trading plans; (C) establish a mandatory delay between the adoption of a trading plan and the execution of the first trade pursuant to such a plan and, if so and depending on the Commission's findings with respect to subparagraph (A)-- (i) whether any such delay should be the same for trading plans adopted during an issuer-adopted trading window as opposed to outside of such a window; and (ii) whether any exceptions to such a delay are appropriate; (D) limit the frequency that issuers and issuer insiders may modify or cancel trading plans; (E) require issuers and issuer insiders to file with the Commission trading plan adoptions, amendments, terminations and transactions; or (F) require boards of issuers that have adopted a trading plan to-- (i) adopt policies covering trading plan practices; (ii) periodically monitor trading plan transactions; and (iii) ensure that issuer policies discuss trading plan use in the context of guidelines or requirements on equity hedging, holding, and ownership. (2) Additional considerations.--In carrying out the study required under paragraph (1), the Commission shall consider-- (A) how any such amendments may clarify and enhance existing prohibitions against insider trading; (B) the impact any such amendments may have on the ability of issuers to attract persons to become an issuer insider; (C) the impact any such amendments may have on capital formation; (D) the impact any such amendments may have on an issuer's willingness to operate as a public company; and (E) any other consideration that the Commission considers necessary and appropriate for the protection of investors. (b) Report.--Not later than the end of the 1-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commission shall issue a report to the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate containing all findings and determinations made in carrying out the study required under section (a). (c) Rulemaking.--After the completion of the study required under subsection (a), the Commission shall, subject to public notice and comment, revise Rule 10b5-1 consistent with the results of such study. Passed the House of Representatives April 20, 2021. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

Promoting Transparent Standards for Corporate Insiders Act

To require the Securities and Exchange Commission to carry out a study of Rule 10b5-1 trading plans, and for other purposes. To require the Securities and Exchange Commission to carry out a study of Rule 10b5–1 trading plans, and for other purposes.

Promoting Transparent Standards for Corporate Insiders Act Promoting Transparent Standards for Corporate Insiders Act Promoting Transparent Standards for Corporate Insiders Act

Rep. Waters, Maxine

D

CA

This bill directs the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to study and report on possible revisions to limit the ability of issuers of securities and issuer insiders to adopt Rule 10b5-1 trading plans. These plans allow certain employees of publicly traded corporations to sell their shares without violating insider trading prohibitions. The SEC must revise regulations consistent with the results of the study.

To require the Securities and Exchange Commission to carry out a study of Rule 10b5-1 trading plans, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Promoting Transparent Standards for Corporate Insiders Act''. SEC. (a) Study.-- (1) In general.--The Securities and Exchange Commission shall carry out a study of whether Rule 10b5-1 (17 CFR 240.10b5-1) should be amended to-- (A) limit the ability of issuers and issuer insiders to adopt a plan described under paragraph (c)(1)(i)(A)(3) of Rule 10b5-1 (``trading plan'') to a time when the issuer or issuer insider is permitted to buy or sell securities during issuer-adopted trading windows; (B) limit the ability of issuers and issuer insiders to adopt multiple trading plans; (C) establish a mandatory delay between the adoption of a trading plan and the execution of the first trade pursuant to such a plan and, if so and depending on the Commission's findings with respect to subparagraph (A)-- (i) whether any such delay should be the same for trading plans adopted during an issuer-adopted trading window as opposed to outside of such a window; and (ii) whether any exceptions to such a delay are appropriate; (D) limit the frequency that issuers and issuer insiders may modify or cancel trading plans; (E) require issuers and issuer insiders to file with the Commission trading plan adoptions, amendments, terminations and transactions; or (F) require boards of issuers that have adopted a trading plan to-- (i) adopt policies covering trading plan practices; (ii) periodically monitor trading plan transactions; and (iii) ensure that issuer policies discuss trading plan use in the context of guidelines or requirements on equity hedging, holding, and ownership. (2) Additional considerations.--In carrying out the study required under paragraph (1), the Commission shall consider-- (A) how any such amendments may clarify and enhance existing prohibitions against insider trading; (B) the impact any such amendments may have on the ability of issuers to attract persons to become an issuer insider; (C) the impact any such amendments may have on capital formation; (D) the impact any such amendments may have on an issuer's willingness to operate as a public company; and (E) any other consideration that the Commission considers necessary and appropriate for the protection of investors. (b) Report.--Not later than the end of the 1-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commission shall issue a report to the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate containing all findings and determinations made in carrying out the study required under section (a). Passed the House of Representatives April 20, 2021. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

To require the Securities and Exchange Commission to carry out a study of Rule 10b5-1 trading plans, and for other purposes. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Promoting Transparent Standards for Corporate Insiders Act''. SEC. (2) Additional considerations.--In carrying out the study required under paragraph (1), the Commission shall consider-- (A) how any such amendments may clarify and enhance existing prohibitions against insider trading; (B) the impact any such amendments may have on the ability of issuers to attract persons to become an issuer insider; (C) the impact any such amendments may have on capital formation; (D) the impact any such amendments may have on an issuer's willingness to operate as a public company; and (E) any other consideration that the Commission considers necessary and appropriate for the protection of investors. (b) Report.--Not later than the end of the 1-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commission shall issue a report to the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate containing all findings and determinations made in carrying out the study required under section (a). Passed the House of Representatives April 20, 2021. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

To require the Securities and Exchange Commission to carry out a study of Rule 10b5-1 trading plans, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Promoting Transparent Standards for Corporate Insiders Act''. SEC. 2. SEC STUDY. (a) Study.-- (1) In general.--The Securities and Exchange Commission shall carry out a study of whether Rule 10b5-1 (17 CFR 240.10b5-1) should be amended to-- (A) limit the ability of issuers and issuer insiders to adopt a plan described under paragraph (c)(1)(i)(A)(3) of Rule 10b5-1 (``trading plan'') to a time when the issuer or issuer insider is permitted to buy or sell securities during issuer-adopted trading windows; (B) limit the ability of issuers and issuer insiders to adopt multiple trading plans; (C) establish a mandatory delay between the adoption of a trading plan and the execution of the first trade pursuant to such a plan and, if so and depending on the Commission's findings with respect to subparagraph (A)-- (i) whether any such delay should be the same for trading plans adopted during an issuer-adopted trading window as opposed to outside of such a window; and (ii) whether any exceptions to such a delay are appropriate; (D) limit the frequency that issuers and issuer insiders may modify or cancel trading plans; (E) require issuers and issuer insiders to file with the Commission trading plan adoptions, amendments, terminations and transactions; or (F) require boards of issuers that have adopted a trading plan to-- (i) adopt policies covering trading plan practices; (ii) periodically monitor trading plan transactions; and (iii) ensure that issuer policies discuss trading plan use in the context of guidelines or requirements on equity hedging, holding, and ownership. (2) Additional considerations.--In carrying out the study required under paragraph (1), the Commission shall consider-- (A) how any such amendments may clarify and enhance existing prohibitions against insider trading; (B) the impact any such amendments may have on the ability of issuers to attract persons to become an issuer insider; (C) the impact any such amendments may have on capital formation; (D) the impact any such amendments may have on an issuer's willingness to operate as a public company; and (E) any other consideration that the Commission considers necessary and appropriate for the protection of investors. (b) Report.--Not later than the end of the 1-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commission shall issue a report to the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate containing all findings and determinations made in carrying out the study required under section (a). (c) Rulemaking.--After the completion of the study required under subsection (a), the Commission shall, subject to public notice and comment, revise Rule 10b5-1 consistent with the results of such study. Passed the House of Representatives April 20, 2021. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

To require the Securities and Exchange Commission to carry out a study of Rule 10b5-1 trading plans, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Promoting Transparent Standards for Corporate Insiders Act''. SEC. 2. SEC STUDY. (a) Study.-- (1) In general.--The Securities and Exchange Commission shall carry out a study of whether Rule 10b5-1 (17 CFR 240.10b5-1) should be amended to-- (A) limit the ability of issuers and issuer insiders to adopt a plan described under paragraph (c)(1)(i)(A)(3) of Rule 10b5-1 (``trading plan'') to a time when the issuer or issuer insider is permitted to buy or sell securities during issuer-adopted trading windows; (B) limit the ability of issuers and issuer insiders to adopt multiple trading plans; (C) establish a mandatory delay between the adoption of a trading plan and the execution of the first trade pursuant to such a plan and, if so and depending on the Commission's findings with respect to subparagraph (A)-- (i) whether any such delay should be the same for trading plans adopted during an issuer-adopted trading window as opposed to outside of such a window; and (ii) whether any exceptions to such a delay are appropriate; (D) limit the frequency that issuers and issuer insiders may modify or cancel trading plans; (E) require issuers and issuer insiders to file with the Commission trading plan adoptions, amendments, terminations and transactions; or (F) require boards of issuers that have adopted a trading plan to-- (i) adopt policies covering trading plan practices; (ii) periodically monitor trading plan transactions; and (iii) ensure that issuer policies discuss trading plan use in the context of guidelines or requirements on equity hedging, holding, and ownership. (2) Additional considerations.--In carrying out the study required under paragraph (1), the Commission shall consider-- (A) how any such amendments may clarify and enhance existing prohibitions against insider trading; (B) the impact any such amendments may have on the ability of issuers to attract persons to become an issuer insider; (C) the impact any such amendments may have on capital formation; (D) the impact any such amendments may have on an issuer's willingness to operate as a public company; and (E) any other consideration that the Commission considers necessary and appropriate for the protection of investors. (b) Report.--Not later than the end of the 1-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commission shall issue a report to the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate containing all findings and determinations made in carrying out the study required under section (a). (c) Rulemaking.--After the completion of the study required under subsection (a), the Commission shall, subject to public notice and comment, revise Rule 10b5-1 consistent with the results of such study. Passed the House of Representatives April 20, 2021. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

To require the Securities and Exchange Commission to carry out a study of Rule 10b5-1 trading plans, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Promoting Transparent Standards for Corporate Insiders Act''. b) Report.--Not later than the end of the 1-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commission shall issue a report to the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate containing all findings and determinations made in carrying out the study required under section (a). ( Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

To require the Securities and Exchange Commission to carry out a study of Rule 10b5-1 trading plans, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Promoting Transparent Standards for Corporate Insiders Act''. b) Report.--Not later than the end of the 1-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commission shall issue a report to the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate containing all findings and determinations made in carrying out the study required under section (a). ( Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

To require the Securities and Exchange Commission to carry out a study of Rule 10b5-1 trading plans, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Promoting Transparent Standards for Corporate Insiders Act''. b) Report.--Not later than the end of the 1-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commission shall issue a report to the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate containing all findings and determinations made in carrying out the study required under section (a). ( Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

To require the Securities and Exchange Commission to carry out a study of Rule 10b5-1 trading plans, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Promoting Transparent Standards for Corporate Insiders Act''. b) Report.--Not later than the end of the 1-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commission shall issue a report to the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate containing all findings and determinations made in carrying out the study required under section (a). ( Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

To require the Securities and Exchange Commission to carry out a study of Rule 10b5-1 trading plans, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Promoting Transparent Standards for Corporate Insiders Act''. b) Report.--Not later than the end of the 1-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commission shall issue a report to the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate containing all findings and determinations made in carrying out the study required under section (a). ( Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

To require the Securities and Exchange Commission to carry out a study of Rule 10b5-1 trading plans, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Promoting Transparent Standards for Corporate Insiders Act''. b) Report.--Not later than the end of the 1-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commission shall issue a report to the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate containing all findings and determinations made in carrying out the study required under section (a). ( Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

To require the Securities and Exchange Commission to carry out a study of Rule 10b5-1 trading plans, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Promoting Transparent Standards for Corporate Insiders Act''. b) Report.--Not later than the end of the 1-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commission shall issue a report to the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate containing all findings and determinations made in carrying out the study required under section (a). ( Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

To require the Securities and Exchange Commission to carry out a study of Rule 10b5-1 trading plans, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Promoting Transparent Standards for Corporate Insiders Act''. b) Report.--Not later than the end of the 1-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commission shall issue a report to the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate containing all findings and determinations made in carrying out the study required under section (a). ( Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

To require the Securities and Exchange Commission to carry out a study of Rule 10b5-1 trading plans, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Promoting Transparent Standards for Corporate Insiders Act''. b) Report.--Not later than the end of the 1-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commission shall issue a report to the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate containing all findings and determinations made in carrying out the study required under section (a). ( Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

To require the Securities and Exchange Commission to carry out a study of Rule 10b5-1 trading plans, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Promoting Transparent Standards for Corporate Insiders Act''. b) Report.--Not later than the end of the 1-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commission shall issue a report to the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate containing all findings and determinations made in carrying out the study required under section (a). ( Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

H.R.8078

Health

Reducing Medically Unnecessary Delays in Care Act of 2022 This bill requires Medicare coverage decisions, including prior authorization requirements and adverse coverage decisions, to be based on written clinical criteria that is developed in consultation with physicians.

To ensure that prior authorization medical decisions under Medicare are determined by physicians. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Reducing Medically Unnecessary Delays in Care Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Adverse determination.--The term ``adverse determination'' means a decision by a medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan that administers prior authorization programs under the Medicare program under title XVIII of the Social Security Act or such plan that the health care services furnished or proposed to be furnished to an individual entitled to benefits or enrolled under the Medicare program are not medically necessary, or are experimental or investigational; and benefit coverage under such program or plan for such services is therefore denied, reduced, or terminated. (2) Authorization.--The term ``authorization'' means a determination by a medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan that administers prior authorization programs under the Medicare program under title XVIII of the Social Security Act or such plan that a health care service has been reviewed and, based on the information provided, satisfies the utilization review entity's requirements for medical necessity and appropriateness and that payment will be made under the Medicare program under title XVIII of the Social Security Act or such plan for that health care service. (3) Clinical criteria.--The term ``clinical criteria'' means the written policies, written screening procedures, drug formularies, or lists of covered drugs, decision rules, decision abstracts, clinical protocols, practice guidelines, and medical protocols used by a medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan to determine the necessity and appropriateness of health care services. (4) Final adverse determination.--The term ``final adverse determination'' means an adverse determination that has been upheld by a medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan at the completion of the contractor's appeals process. (5) Health care service.--The term ``health care service'' means a health care item, service, procedure, treatment, or prescription drug provided by a facility licensed in the State involved or provided by a doctor of medicine, a doctor of osteopathy, or a health care professional licensed in such State. (6) Medically necessary health care service.--The term ``medically necessary health care services'' means health care services that a prudent physician would provide to a patient for the purpose of preventing, diagnosing, or treating an illness, injury, disease, or its symptoms in a manner that is-- (A) in accordance with generally accepted standards of medical practice; (B) clinically appropriate in terms of type, frequency, extent, site, and duration; and (C) not primarily for the economic benefit of the health plans and purchasers or for the convenience of the patient, treating physician, or other health care provider. (7) Medicare administrative contractor.--The term ``medicare administrative contractor'' means a medicare administrative contractor with a contract under section 1874A of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395kk-1). (8) Medicare advantage plan.--The term ``Medicare Advantage plan'' means a Medicare Advantage plan under part C of title XVIII of the Social Security Act. (9) Preauthorization.--The term ``Preauthorization''-- (A) means the process by which a medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan determines the medical necessity or medical appropriateness of health care services for which benefits are otherwise provided under the Medicare program under title XVIII of the Social Security Act or such plan prior to the rendering of such health care services, including preadmission review, pretreatment review, utilization, and case management; and (B) includes any requirement that a patient or health care provider notify the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services prior to providing a health care service. (10) Prescription drug plan.--The term ``prescription drug plan'' means a prescription drug plan under part D of title XVIII of the Social Security Act. SEC. 3. CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS FOR PRIOR AUTHORIZATION MEDICAL DECISIONS FOR MEDICARE ADMINISTRATIVE CONTRACTORS, MEDICARE ADVANTAGE PLANS, AND PRESCRIPTION DRUG PLANS. Any contract that applies on or after the date that is 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, between the Secretary of Health and Human Services and a medicare administrative contractor under section 1874A of the Social Security Act, a Medicare Advantage organization under section 1857 of such Act with respect to the offering of a Medicare Advantage plan, or a PDP sponsor under section 1860D-12 of such Act with respect to the offering of a prescription drug plan shall require such medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, to comply with each of the following requirements: (1) Medical necessity.--Any restriction, preauthorization, adverse determination, or final adverse determination that the medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, places on the provision of a health care service for the purposes of coverage or payment of such service under the Medicare program under title XVIII of such Act, or under such plan, shall be based on the medical necessity or appropriateness of such service and on written clinical criteria. (2) Evidence-based standards.--If no independently developed evidence-based standards exist for a particular health care service, the medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, may not deny coverage of the health care service based solely on the grounds that the health care service does not meet an evidence-based standard. (3) Input from physicians.--Prior to establishing, or substantially or materially altering, written clinical criteria for purpose of preauthorization review, the medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, shall obtain input from actively practicing physicians within the service area where the written clinical criteria are to be employed. Such physicians must represent major areas of specialty and be certified by the boards of the American Board of Medical Specialties. The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan shall seek input from physicians who are not employees of the medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan. (4) Written clinical criteria.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, shall apply written clinical criteria for the purpose of preauthorization review consistently. Such written clinical criteria must-- (A) be based on nationally recognized standards; (B) be developed in accordance with the current standards of national accreditation entities; (C) reflect community standards of care; ensure quality of care and access to needed health care services; (D) be evidence-based; (E) be sufficiently flexible to allow deviations from norms when justified on case-by-case bases; and (F) be evaluated and updated if necessary at least annually. (5) Website posting.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, shall make any current preauthorization requirements and restrictions readily accessible on its website to subscribers, health care providers, and the general public. This includes the written clinical criteria. Such requirements must be described in detail but also in easily understandable language. (6) Notice required for new requirements or restrictions.-- If the medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, decides to implement a new preauthorization requirement or restriction, or amend an existing requirement or restriction, the medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan shall provide contracted health care providers written notice of the new or amended requirement or amendment no less than 60 days before the requirement or restriction is implemented and shall ensure that the new or amended requirement has been updated on the medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan's website. (7) Availability of determinations.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, utilizing preauthorization shall make statistics available regarding preauthorization approvals and denials for coverage or payment of health care services under the Medicare program under title XVIII of the Social Security Act or such plan on their website in a readily accessible format. The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan shall include categories for-- (A) physician specialty; (B) medication or diagnostic test/procedure; (C) indication offered; and (D) reason for denial. (8) Determinations made by physicians.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, shall ensure that all preauthorizations and adverse determinations are made by a physician who possesses a current and valid non-restricted license to practice medicine in a State, and must be board certified or eligible in the same specialty as the health care provider who typically manages the medical condition or disease or provides the health care service. The physician must make the adverse determination under the clinical direction of one of the medicare administrative contractor's, Medicare Advantage plan's, or prescription drug plan's medical directors who is responsible for the provision of health care services and who is licensed in such State. <all>

Reducing Medically Unnecessary Delays in Care Act of 2022

To ensure that prior authorization medical decisions under Medicare are determined by physicians.

Reducing Medically Unnecessary Delays in Care Act of 2022

Rep. Green, Mark E.

R

TN

This bill requires Medicare coverage decisions, including prior authorization requirements and adverse coverage decisions, to be based on written clinical criteria that is developed in consultation with physicians.

To ensure that prior authorization medical decisions under Medicare are determined by physicians. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Reducing Medically Unnecessary Delays in Care Act of 2022''. 2. DEFINITIONS. (4) Final adverse determination.--The term ``final adverse determination'' means an adverse determination that has been upheld by a medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan at the completion of the contractor's appeals process. (5) Health care service.--The term ``health care service'' means a health care item, service, procedure, treatment, or prescription drug provided by a facility licensed in the State involved or provided by a doctor of medicine, a doctor of osteopathy, or a health care professional licensed in such State. 1395kk-1). SEC. 3. Such physicians must represent major areas of specialty and be certified by the boards of the American Board of Medical Specialties. The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan shall seek input from physicians who are not employees of the medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan. Such written clinical criteria must-- (A) be based on nationally recognized standards; (B) be developed in accordance with the current standards of national accreditation entities; (C) reflect community standards of care; ensure quality of care and access to needed health care services; (D) be evidence-based; (E) be sufficiently flexible to allow deviations from norms when justified on case-by-case bases; and (F) be evaluated and updated if necessary at least annually. This includes the written clinical criteria. Such requirements must be described in detail but also in easily understandable language. (6) Notice required for new requirements or restrictions.-- If the medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, decides to implement a new preauthorization requirement or restriction, or amend an existing requirement or restriction, the medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan shall provide contracted health care providers written notice of the new or amended requirement or amendment no less than 60 days before the requirement or restriction is implemented and shall ensure that the new or amended requirement has been updated on the medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan's website. (7) Availability of determinations.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, utilizing preauthorization shall make statistics available regarding preauthorization approvals and denials for coverage or payment of health care services under the Medicare program under title XVIII of the Social Security Act or such plan on their website in a readily accessible format.

To ensure that prior authorization medical decisions under Medicare are determined by physicians. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Reducing Medically Unnecessary Delays in Care Act of 2022''. 2. (4) Final adverse determination.--The term ``final adverse determination'' means an adverse determination that has been upheld by a medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan at the completion of the contractor's appeals process. (5) Health care service.--The term ``health care service'' means a health care item, service, procedure, treatment, or prescription drug provided by a facility licensed in the State involved or provided by a doctor of medicine, a doctor of osteopathy, or a health care professional licensed in such State. 1395kk-1). SEC. 3. Such physicians must represent major areas of specialty and be certified by the boards of the American Board of Medical Specialties. The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan shall seek input from physicians who are not employees of the medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan. Such written clinical criteria must-- (A) be based on nationally recognized standards; (B) be developed in accordance with the current standards of national accreditation entities; (C) reflect community standards of care; ensure quality of care and access to needed health care services; (D) be evidence-based; (E) be sufficiently flexible to allow deviations from norms when justified on case-by-case bases; and (F) be evaluated and updated if necessary at least annually. This includes the written clinical criteria. Such requirements must be described in detail but also in easily understandable language. (7) Availability of determinations.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, utilizing preauthorization shall make statistics available regarding preauthorization approvals and denials for coverage or payment of health care services under the Medicare program under title XVIII of the Social Security Act or such plan on their website in a readily accessible format.

To ensure that prior authorization medical decisions under Medicare are determined by physicians. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Reducing Medically Unnecessary Delays in Care Act of 2022''. 2. DEFINITIONS. (3) Clinical criteria.--The term ``clinical criteria'' means the written policies, written screening procedures, drug formularies, or lists of covered drugs, decision rules, decision abstracts, clinical protocols, practice guidelines, and medical protocols used by a medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan to determine the necessity and appropriateness of health care services. (4) Final adverse determination.--The term ``final adverse determination'' means an adverse determination that has been upheld by a medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan at the completion of the contractor's appeals process. (5) Health care service.--The term ``health care service'' means a health care item, service, procedure, treatment, or prescription drug provided by a facility licensed in the State involved or provided by a doctor of medicine, a doctor of osteopathy, or a health care professional licensed in such State. (6) Medically necessary health care service.--The term ``medically necessary health care services'' means health care services that a prudent physician would provide to a patient for the purpose of preventing, diagnosing, or treating an illness, injury, disease, or its symptoms in a manner that is-- (A) in accordance with generally accepted standards of medical practice; (B) clinically appropriate in terms of type, frequency, extent, site, and duration; and (C) not primarily for the economic benefit of the health plans and purchasers or for the convenience of the patient, treating physician, or other health care provider. 1395kk-1). SEC. 3. Such physicians must represent major areas of specialty and be certified by the boards of the American Board of Medical Specialties. The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan shall seek input from physicians who are not employees of the medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan. Such written clinical criteria must-- (A) be based on nationally recognized standards; (B) be developed in accordance with the current standards of national accreditation entities; (C) reflect community standards of care; ensure quality of care and access to needed health care services; (D) be evidence-based; (E) be sufficiently flexible to allow deviations from norms when justified on case-by-case bases; and (F) be evaluated and updated if necessary at least annually. This includes the written clinical criteria. Such requirements must be described in detail but also in easily understandable language. (6) Notice required for new requirements or restrictions.-- If the medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, decides to implement a new preauthorization requirement or restriction, or amend an existing requirement or restriction, the medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan shall provide contracted health care providers written notice of the new or amended requirement or amendment no less than 60 days before the requirement or restriction is implemented and shall ensure that the new or amended requirement has been updated on the medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan's website. (7) Availability of determinations.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, utilizing preauthorization shall make statistics available regarding preauthorization approvals and denials for coverage or payment of health care services under the Medicare program under title XVIII of the Social Security Act or such plan on their website in a readily accessible format. (8) Determinations made by physicians.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, shall ensure that all preauthorizations and adverse determinations are made by a physician who possesses a current and valid non-restricted license to practice medicine in a State, and must be board certified or eligible in the same specialty as the health care provider who typically manages the medical condition or disease or provides the health care service.

To ensure that prior authorization medical decisions under Medicare are determined by physicians. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Reducing Medically Unnecessary Delays in Care Act of 2022''. 2. DEFINITIONS. (3) Clinical criteria.--The term ``clinical criteria'' means the written policies, written screening procedures, drug formularies, or lists of covered drugs, decision rules, decision abstracts, clinical protocols, practice guidelines, and medical protocols used by a medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan to determine the necessity and appropriateness of health care services. (4) Final adverse determination.--The term ``final adverse determination'' means an adverse determination that has been upheld by a medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan at the completion of the contractor's appeals process. (5) Health care service.--The term ``health care service'' means a health care item, service, procedure, treatment, or prescription drug provided by a facility licensed in the State involved or provided by a doctor of medicine, a doctor of osteopathy, or a health care professional licensed in such State. (6) Medically necessary health care service.--The term ``medically necessary health care services'' means health care services that a prudent physician would provide to a patient for the purpose of preventing, diagnosing, or treating an illness, injury, disease, or its symptoms in a manner that is-- (A) in accordance with generally accepted standards of medical practice; (B) clinically appropriate in terms of type, frequency, extent, site, and duration; and (C) not primarily for the economic benefit of the health plans and purchasers or for the convenience of the patient, treating physician, or other health care provider. 1395kk-1). (9) Preauthorization.--The term ``Preauthorization''-- (A) means the process by which a medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan determines the medical necessity or medical appropriateness of health care services for which benefits are otherwise provided under the Medicare program under title XVIII of the Social Security Act or such plan prior to the rendering of such health care services, including preadmission review, pretreatment review, utilization, and case management; and (B) includes any requirement that a patient or health care provider notify the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services prior to providing a health care service. SEC. 3. Any contract that applies on or after the date that is 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, between the Secretary of Health and Human Services and a medicare administrative contractor under section 1874A of the Social Security Act, a Medicare Advantage organization under section 1857 of such Act with respect to the offering of a Medicare Advantage plan, or a PDP sponsor under section 1860D-12 of such Act with respect to the offering of a prescription drug plan shall require such medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, to comply with each of the following requirements: (1) Medical necessity.--Any restriction, preauthorization, adverse determination, or final adverse determination that the medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, places on the provision of a health care service for the purposes of coverage or payment of such service under the Medicare program under title XVIII of such Act, or under such plan, shall be based on the medical necessity or appropriateness of such service and on written clinical criteria. Such physicians must represent major areas of specialty and be certified by the boards of the American Board of Medical Specialties. The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan shall seek input from physicians who are not employees of the medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan. Such written clinical criteria must-- (A) be based on nationally recognized standards; (B) be developed in accordance with the current standards of national accreditation entities; (C) reflect community standards of care; ensure quality of care and access to needed health care services; (D) be evidence-based; (E) be sufficiently flexible to allow deviations from norms when justified on case-by-case bases; and (F) be evaluated and updated if necessary at least annually. This includes the written clinical criteria. Such requirements must be described in detail but also in easily understandable language. (6) Notice required for new requirements or restrictions.-- If the medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, decides to implement a new preauthorization requirement or restriction, or amend an existing requirement or restriction, the medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan shall provide contracted health care providers written notice of the new or amended requirement or amendment no less than 60 days before the requirement or restriction is implemented and shall ensure that the new or amended requirement has been updated on the medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan's website. (7) Availability of determinations.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, utilizing preauthorization shall make statistics available regarding preauthorization approvals and denials for coverage or payment of health care services under the Medicare program under title XVIII of the Social Security Act or such plan on their website in a readily accessible format. The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan shall include categories for-- (A) physician specialty; (B) medication or diagnostic test/procedure; (C) indication offered; and (D) reason for denial. (8) Determinations made by physicians.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, shall ensure that all preauthorizations and adverse determinations are made by a physician who possesses a current and valid non-restricted license to practice medicine in a State, and must be board certified or eligible in the same specialty as the health care provider who typically manages the medical condition or disease or provides the health care service.

To ensure that prior authorization medical decisions under Medicare are determined by physicians. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. (3) Clinical criteria.--The term ``clinical criteria'' means the written policies, written screening procedures, drug formularies, or lists of covered drugs, decision rules, decision abstracts, clinical protocols, practice guidelines, and medical protocols used by a medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan to determine the necessity and appropriateness of health care services. ( 4) Final adverse determination.--The term ``final adverse determination'' means an adverse determination that has been upheld by a medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan at the completion of the contractor's appeals process. ( (7) Medicare administrative contractor.--The term ``medicare administrative contractor'' means a medicare administrative contractor with a contract under section 1874A of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395kk-1). ( 8) Medicare advantage plan.--The term ``Medicare Advantage plan'' means a Medicare Advantage plan under part C of title XVIII of the Social Security Act. ( 2) Evidence-based standards.--If no independently developed evidence-based standards exist for a particular health care service, the medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, may not deny coverage of the health care service based solely on the grounds that the health care service does not meet an evidence-based standard. (3) Input from physicians.--Prior to establishing, or substantially or materially altering, written clinical criteria for purpose of preauthorization review, the medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, shall obtain input from actively practicing physicians within the service area where the written clinical criteria are to be employed. 4) Written clinical criteria.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, shall apply written clinical criteria for the purpose of preauthorization review consistently. Such requirements must be described in detail but also in easily understandable language. ( 7) Availability of determinations.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, utilizing preauthorization shall make statistics available regarding preauthorization approvals and denials for coverage or payment of health care services under the Medicare program under title XVIII of the Social Security Act or such plan on their website in a readily accessible format. (8) Determinations made by physicians.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, shall ensure that all preauthorizations and adverse determinations are made by a physician who possesses a current and valid non-restricted license to practice medicine in a State, and must be board certified or eligible in the same specialty as the health care provider who typically manages the medical condition or disease or provides the health care service. The physician must make the adverse determination under the clinical direction of one of the medicare administrative contractor's, Medicare Advantage plan's, or prescription drug plan's medical directors who is responsible for the provision of health care services and who is licensed in such State.

To ensure that prior authorization medical decisions under Medicare are determined by physicians. 3) Clinical criteria.--The term ``clinical criteria'' means the written policies, written screening procedures, drug formularies, or lists of covered drugs, decision rules, decision abstracts, clinical protocols, practice guidelines, and medical protocols used by a medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan to determine the necessity and appropriateness of health care services. ( (5) Health care service.--The term ``health care service'' means a health care item, service, procedure, treatment, or prescription drug provided by a facility licensed in the State involved or provided by a doctor of medicine, a doctor of osteopathy, or a health care professional licensed in such State. ( 8) Medicare advantage plan.--The term ``Medicare Advantage plan'' means a Medicare Advantage plan under part C of title XVIII of the Social Security Act. ( 2) Evidence-based standards.--If no independently developed evidence-based standards exist for a particular health care service, the medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, may not deny coverage of the health care service based solely on the grounds that the health care service does not meet an evidence-based standard. ( 4) Written clinical criteria.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, shall apply written clinical criteria for the purpose of preauthorization review consistently. Such written clinical criteria must-- (A) be based on nationally recognized standards; (B) be developed in accordance with the current standards of national accreditation entities; (C) reflect community standards of care; ensure quality of care and access to needed health care services; (D) be evidence-based; (E) be sufficiently flexible to allow deviations from norms when justified on case-by-case bases; and (F) be evaluated and updated if necessary at least annually. ( 7) Availability of determinations.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, utilizing preauthorization shall make statistics available regarding preauthorization approvals and denials for coverage or payment of health care services under the Medicare program under title XVIII of the Social Security Act or such plan on their website in a readily accessible format. (8) Determinations made by physicians.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, shall ensure that all preauthorizations and adverse determinations are made by a physician who possesses a current and valid non-restricted license to practice medicine in a State, and must be board certified or eligible in the same specialty as the health care provider who typically manages the medical condition or disease or provides the health care service. The physician must make the adverse determination under the clinical direction of one of the medicare administrative contractor's, Medicare Advantage plan's, or prescription drug plan's medical directors who is responsible for the provision of health care services and who is licensed in such State.

To ensure that prior authorization medical decisions under Medicare are determined by physicians. 3) Clinical criteria.--The term ``clinical criteria'' means the written policies, written screening procedures, drug formularies, or lists of covered drugs, decision rules, decision abstracts, clinical protocols, practice guidelines, and medical protocols used by a medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan to determine the necessity and appropriateness of health care services. ( (5) Health care service.--The term ``health care service'' means a health care item, service, procedure, treatment, or prescription drug provided by a facility licensed in the State involved or provided by a doctor of medicine, a doctor of osteopathy, or a health care professional licensed in such State. ( 8) Medicare advantage plan.--The term ``Medicare Advantage plan'' means a Medicare Advantage plan under part C of title XVIII of the Social Security Act. ( 2) Evidence-based standards.--If no independently developed evidence-based standards exist for a particular health care service, the medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, may not deny coverage of the health care service based solely on the grounds that the health care service does not meet an evidence-based standard. ( 4) Written clinical criteria.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, shall apply written clinical criteria for the purpose of preauthorization review consistently. Such written clinical criteria must-- (A) be based on nationally recognized standards; (B) be developed in accordance with the current standards of national accreditation entities; (C) reflect community standards of care; ensure quality of care and access to needed health care services; (D) be evidence-based; (E) be sufficiently flexible to allow deviations from norms when justified on case-by-case bases; and (F) be evaluated and updated if necessary at least annually. ( 7) Availability of determinations.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, utilizing preauthorization shall make statistics available regarding preauthorization approvals and denials for coverage or payment of health care services under the Medicare program under title XVIII of the Social Security Act or such plan on their website in a readily accessible format. (8) Determinations made by physicians.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, shall ensure that all preauthorizations and adverse determinations are made by a physician who possesses a current and valid non-restricted license to practice medicine in a State, and must be board certified or eligible in the same specialty as the health care provider who typically manages the medical condition or disease or provides the health care service. The physician must make the adverse determination under the clinical direction of one of the medicare administrative contractor's, Medicare Advantage plan's, or prescription drug plan's medical directors who is responsible for the provision of health care services and who is licensed in such State.

To ensure that prior authorization medical decisions under Medicare are determined by physicians. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. (3) Clinical criteria.--The term ``clinical criteria'' means the written policies, written screening procedures, drug formularies, or lists of covered drugs, decision rules, decision abstracts, clinical protocols, practice guidelines, and medical protocols used by a medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan to determine the necessity and appropriateness of health care services. ( 4) Final adverse determination.--The term ``final adverse determination'' means an adverse determination that has been upheld by a medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan at the completion of the contractor's appeals process. ( (7) Medicare administrative contractor.--The term ``medicare administrative contractor'' means a medicare administrative contractor with a contract under section 1874A of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395kk-1). ( 8) Medicare advantage plan.--The term ``Medicare Advantage plan'' means a Medicare Advantage plan under part C of title XVIII of the Social Security Act. ( 2) Evidence-based standards.--If no independently developed evidence-based standards exist for a particular health care service, the medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, may not deny coverage of the health care service based solely on the grounds that the health care service does not meet an evidence-based standard. (3) Input from physicians.--Prior to establishing, or substantially or materially altering, written clinical criteria for purpose of preauthorization review, the medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, shall obtain input from actively practicing physicians within the service area where the written clinical criteria are to be employed. 4) Written clinical criteria.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, shall apply written clinical criteria for the purpose of preauthorization review consistently. Such requirements must be described in detail but also in easily understandable language. ( 7) Availability of determinations.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, utilizing preauthorization shall make statistics available regarding preauthorization approvals and denials for coverage or payment of health care services under the Medicare program under title XVIII of the Social Security Act or such plan on their website in a readily accessible format. (8) Determinations made by physicians.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, shall ensure that all preauthorizations and adverse determinations are made by a physician who possesses a current and valid non-restricted license to practice medicine in a State, and must be board certified or eligible in the same specialty as the health care provider who typically manages the medical condition or disease or provides the health care service. The physician must make the adverse determination under the clinical direction of one of the medicare administrative contractor's, Medicare Advantage plan's, or prescription drug plan's medical directors who is responsible for the provision of health care services and who is licensed in such State.

To ensure that prior authorization medical decisions under Medicare are determined by physicians. 3) Clinical criteria.--The term ``clinical criteria'' means the written policies, written screening procedures, drug formularies, or lists of covered drugs, decision rules, decision abstracts, clinical protocols, practice guidelines, and medical protocols used by a medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan to determine the necessity and appropriateness of health care services. ( (5) Health care service.--The term ``health care service'' means a health care item, service, procedure, treatment, or prescription drug provided by a facility licensed in the State involved or provided by a doctor of medicine, a doctor of osteopathy, or a health care professional licensed in such State. ( 8) Medicare advantage plan.--The term ``Medicare Advantage plan'' means a Medicare Advantage plan under part C of title XVIII of the Social Security Act. ( 2) Evidence-based standards.--If no independently developed evidence-based standards exist for a particular health care service, the medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, may not deny coverage of the health care service based solely on the grounds that the health care service does not meet an evidence-based standard. ( 4) Written clinical criteria.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, shall apply written clinical criteria for the purpose of preauthorization review consistently. Such written clinical criteria must-- (A) be based on nationally recognized standards; (B) be developed in accordance with the current standards of national accreditation entities; (C) reflect community standards of care; ensure quality of care and access to needed health care services; (D) be evidence-based; (E) be sufficiently flexible to allow deviations from norms when justified on case-by-case bases; and (F) be evaluated and updated if necessary at least annually. ( 7) Availability of determinations.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, utilizing preauthorization shall make statistics available regarding preauthorization approvals and denials for coverage or payment of health care services under the Medicare program under title XVIII of the Social Security Act or such plan on their website in a readily accessible format. (8) Determinations made by physicians.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, shall ensure that all preauthorizations and adverse determinations are made by a physician who possesses a current and valid non-restricted license to practice medicine in a State, and must be board certified or eligible in the same specialty as the health care provider who typically manages the medical condition or disease or provides the health care service. The physician must make the adverse determination under the clinical direction of one of the medicare administrative contractor's, Medicare Advantage plan's, or prescription drug plan's medical directors who is responsible for the provision of health care services and who is licensed in such State.

To ensure that prior authorization medical decisions under Medicare are determined by physicians. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. (3) Clinical criteria.--The term ``clinical criteria'' means the written policies, written screening procedures, drug formularies, or lists of covered drugs, decision rules, decision abstracts, clinical protocols, practice guidelines, and medical protocols used by a medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan to determine the necessity and appropriateness of health care services. ( 4) Final adverse determination.--The term ``final adverse determination'' means an adverse determination that has been upheld by a medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan at the completion of the contractor's appeals process. ( (7) Medicare administrative contractor.--The term ``medicare administrative contractor'' means a medicare administrative contractor with a contract under section 1874A of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395kk-1). ( 8) Medicare advantage plan.--The term ``Medicare Advantage plan'' means a Medicare Advantage plan under part C of title XVIII of the Social Security Act. ( 2) Evidence-based standards.--If no independently developed evidence-based standards exist for a particular health care service, the medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, may not deny coverage of the health care service based solely on the grounds that the health care service does not meet an evidence-based standard. (3) Input from physicians.--Prior to establishing, or substantially or materially altering, written clinical criteria for purpose of preauthorization review, the medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, shall obtain input from actively practicing physicians within the service area where the written clinical criteria are to be employed. 4) Written clinical criteria.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, shall apply written clinical criteria for the purpose of preauthorization review consistently. Such requirements must be described in detail but also in easily understandable language. ( 7) Availability of determinations.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, utilizing preauthorization shall make statistics available regarding preauthorization approvals and denials for coverage or payment of health care services under the Medicare program under title XVIII of the Social Security Act or such plan on their website in a readily accessible format. (8) Determinations made by physicians.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, shall ensure that all preauthorizations and adverse determinations are made by a physician who possesses a current and valid non-restricted license to practice medicine in a State, and must be board certified or eligible in the same specialty as the health care provider who typically manages the medical condition or disease or provides the health care service. The physician must make the adverse determination under the clinical direction of one of the medicare administrative contractor's, Medicare Advantage plan's, or prescription drug plan's medical directors who is responsible for the provision of health care services and who is licensed in such State.

To ensure that prior authorization medical decisions under Medicare are determined by physicians. 3) Clinical criteria.--The term ``clinical criteria'' means the written policies, written screening procedures, drug formularies, or lists of covered drugs, decision rules, decision abstracts, clinical protocols, practice guidelines, and medical protocols used by a medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan to determine the necessity and appropriateness of health care services. ( (5) Health care service.--The term ``health care service'' means a health care item, service, procedure, treatment, or prescription drug provided by a facility licensed in the State involved or provided by a doctor of medicine, a doctor of osteopathy, or a health care professional licensed in such State. ( 8) Medicare advantage plan.--The term ``Medicare Advantage plan'' means a Medicare Advantage plan under part C of title XVIII of the Social Security Act. ( 2) Evidence-based standards.--If no independently developed evidence-based standards exist for a particular health care service, the medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, may not deny coverage of the health care service based solely on the grounds that the health care service does not meet an evidence-based standard. ( 4) Written clinical criteria.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, shall apply written clinical criteria for the purpose of preauthorization review consistently. Such written clinical criteria must-- (A) be based on nationally recognized standards; (B) be developed in accordance with the current standards of national accreditation entities; (C) reflect community standards of care; ensure quality of care and access to needed health care services; (D) be evidence-based; (E) be sufficiently flexible to allow deviations from norms when justified on case-by-case bases; and (F) be evaluated and updated if necessary at least annually. ( 7) Availability of determinations.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, utilizing preauthorization shall make statistics available regarding preauthorization approvals and denials for coverage or payment of health care services under the Medicare program under title XVIII of the Social Security Act or such plan on their website in a readily accessible format. (8) Determinations made by physicians.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, shall ensure that all preauthorizations and adverse determinations are made by a physician who possesses a current and valid non-restricted license to practice medicine in a State, and must be board certified or eligible in the same specialty as the health care provider who typically manages the medical condition or disease or provides the health care service. The physician must make the adverse determination under the clinical direction of one of the medicare administrative contractor's, Medicare Advantage plan's, or prescription drug plan's medical directors who is responsible for the provision of health care services and who is licensed in such State.

To ensure that prior authorization medical decisions under Medicare are determined by physicians. 8) Medicare advantage plan.--The term ``Medicare Advantage plan'' means a Medicare Advantage plan under part C of title XVIII of the Social Security Act. ( (3) Input from physicians.--Prior to establishing, or substantially or materially altering, written clinical criteria for purpose of preauthorization review, the medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, shall obtain input from actively practicing physicians within the service area where the written clinical criteria are to be employed. 4) Written clinical criteria.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, shall apply written clinical criteria for the purpose of preauthorization review consistently. The physician must make the adverse determination under the clinical direction of one of the medicare administrative contractor's, Medicare Advantage plan's, or prescription drug plan's medical directors who is responsible for the provision of health care services and who is licensed in such State.

To ensure that prior authorization medical decisions under Medicare are determined by physicians. 7) Availability of determinations.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, utilizing preauthorization shall make statistics available regarding preauthorization approvals and denials for coverage or payment of health care services under the Medicare program under title XVIII of the Social Security Act or such plan on their website in a readily accessible format. (8) Determinations made by physicians.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, shall ensure that all preauthorizations and adverse determinations are made by a physician who possesses a current and valid non-restricted license to practice medicine in a State, and must be board certified or eligible in the same specialty as the health care provider who typically manages the medical condition or disease or provides the health care service. The physician must make the adverse determination under the clinical direction of one of the medicare administrative contractor's, Medicare Advantage plan's, or prescription drug plan's medical directors who is responsible for the provision of health care services and who is licensed in such State.

To ensure that prior authorization medical decisions under Medicare are determined by physicians. 8) Medicare advantage plan.--The term ``Medicare Advantage plan'' means a Medicare Advantage plan under part C of title XVIII of the Social Security Act. ( (3) Input from physicians.--Prior to establishing, or substantially or materially altering, written clinical criteria for purpose of preauthorization review, the medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, shall obtain input from actively practicing physicians within the service area where the written clinical criteria are to be employed. 4) Written clinical criteria.--The medicare administrative contractor, Medicare Advantage plan, or prescription drug plan, respectively, shall apply written clinical criteria for the purpose of preauthorization review consistently. The physician must make the adverse determination under the clinical direction of one of the medicare administrative contractor's, Medicare Advantage plan's, or prescription drug plan's medical directors who is responsible for the provision of health care services and who is licensed in such State.

S.4883

Environmental Protection

Continued Rapid Ohia Death Response Act of 2022 This bill establishes requirements to research and control the fungus Ceratocystis, known as Rapid Ohia Death, which has killed more than a million native trees in Hawaii.

To require the Secretary of the Interior to partner and collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the State of Hawaii to address Rapid Ohia Death, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Continued Rapid Ohia Death Response Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds that-- (1) the fungus Ceratocystis, known as ``Rapid Ohia Death'', has killed more than 1,000,000 native trees in the State; and (2) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service and the Administrator of the Agricultural Research Service, has provided funding and staff-- (A) to identify and detect Rapid Ohia Death; (B) to prevent the spread of Rapid Ohia Death; (C) to identify Ohia trees that are resistant to Rapid Ohia Death; and (D) to propagate trees that are resistant to Rapid Ohia Death in order to restore the native forests of the State. SEC. 3. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Rapid ohia death.--The term ``Rapid Ohia Death'' means the fungus described in section 2(1) that has killed more than 1,000,000 native trees in the State. (2) State.--The term ``State'' means the State of Hawaii. SEC. 4. COLLABORATION. The Secretary of the Interior shall partner and collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the State to address Rapid Ohia Death. SEC. 5. SUSTAINED EFFORTS. (a) Transmission.--The Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Director of the United States Geological Survey, shall continue to conduct research on Rapid Ohia Death vectors and transmission. (b) Ungulate Management.--The Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, shall continue to partner with the State and with local stakeholders to manage ungulates in Rapid Ohia Death control areas on Federal, State, and private land. (c) Restoration and Research.--The Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall continue to provide-- (1) financial assistance, including to the Secretary of the Interior-- (A) to prevent the spread of Rapid Ohia Death; and (B) to restore the native forests of the State; and (2) staff and necessary infrastructure funding to the Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry to conduct research on Rapid Ohia Death. SEC. 6. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. For each of fiscal years 2023 through 2033, there is authorized to be appropriated $5,000,000 to carry out this Act, including for activities carried out by the Secretary of the Interior, the Secretary of Agriculture, or both. <all>

Continued Rapid Ohia Death Response Act of 2022

A bill to require the Secretary of the Interior to partner and collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the State of Hawaii to address Rapid Ohia Death, and for other purposes.

Continued Rapid Ohia Death Response Act of 2022

Sen. Hirono, Mazie K.

D

HI

This bill establishes requirements to research and control the fungus Ceratocystis, known as Rapid Ohia Death, which has killed more than a million native trees in Hawaii.

To require the Secretary of the Interior to partner and collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the State of Hawaii to address Rapid Ohia Death, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Continued Rapid Ohia Death Response Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds that-- (1) the fungus Ceratocystis, known as ``Rapid Ohia Death'', has killed more than 1,000,000 native trees in the State; and (2) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service and the Administrator of the Agricultural Research Service, has provided funding and staff-- (A) to identify and detect Rapid Ohia Death; (B) to prevent the spread of Rapid Ohia Death; (C) to identify Ohia trees that are resistant to Rapid Ohia Death; and (D) to propagate trees that are resistant to Rapid Ohia Death in order to restore the native forests of the State. SEC. 3. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Rapid ohia death.--The term ``Rapid Ohia Death'' means the fungus described in section 2(1) that has killed more than 1,000,000 native trees in the State. (2) State.--The term ``State'' means the State of Hawaii. SEC. 4. COLLABORATION. The Secretary of the Interior shall partner and collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the State to address Rapid Ohia Death. SEC. 5. SUSTAINED EFFORTS. (a) Transmission.--The Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Director of the United States Geological Survey, shall continue to conduct research on Rapid Ohia Death vectors and transmission. (b) Ungulate Management.--The Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, shall continue to partner with the State and with local stakeholders to manage ungulates in Rapid Ohia Death control areas on Federal, State, and private land. (c) Restoration and Research.--The Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall continue to provide-- (1) financial assistance, including to the Secretary of the Interior-- (A) to prevent the spread of Rapid Ohia Death; and (B) to restore the native forests of the State; and (2) staff and necessary infrastructure funding to the Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry to conduct research on Rapid Ohia Death. SEC. 6. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. For each of fiscal years 2023 through 2033, there is authorized to be appropriated $5,000,000 to carry out this Act, including for activities carried out by the Secretary of the Interior, the Secretary of Agriculture, or both. <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 ``Continued Rapid Ohia Death Response Act of 2022''. 2. FINDINGS. 3. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Rapid ohia death.--The term ``Rapid Ohia Death'' means the fungus described in section 2(1) that has killed more than 1,000,000 native trees in the State. (2) State.--The term ``State'' means the State of Hawaii. 4. COLLABORATION. The Secretary of the Interior shall partner and collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the State to address Rapid Ohia Death. 5. SUSTAINED EFFORTS. (a) Transmission.--The Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Director of the United States Geological Survey, shall continue to conduct research on Rapid Ohia Death vectors and transmission. (b) Ungulate Management.--The Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, shall continue to partner with the State and with local stakeholders to manage ungulates in Rapid Ohia Death control areas on Federal, State, and private land. (c) Restoration and Research.--The Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall continue to provide-- (1) financial assistance, including to the Secretary of the Interior-- (A) to prevent the spread of Rapid Ohia Death; and (B) to restore the native forests of the State; and (2) staff and necessary infrastructure funding to the Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry to conduct research on Rapid Ohia Death. SEC. 6. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. For each of fiscal years 2023 through 2033, there is authorized to be appropriated $5,000,000 to carry out this Act, including for activities carried out by the Secretary of the Interior, the Secretary of Agriculture, or both.

To require the Secretary of the Interior to partner and collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the State of Hawaii to address Rapid Ohia Death, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Continued Rapid Ohia Death Response Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds that-- (1) the fungus Ceratocystis, known as ``Rapid Ohia Death'', has killed more than 1,000,000 native trees in the State; and (2) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service and the Administrator of the Agricultural Research Service, has provided funding and staff-- (A) to identify and detect Rapid Ohia Death; (B) to prevent the spread of Rapid Ohia Death; (C) to identify Ohia trees that are resistant to Rapid Ohia Death; and (D) to propagate trees that are resistant to Rapid Ohia Death in order to restore the native forests of the State. SEC. 3. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Rapid ohia death.--The term ``Rapid Ohia Death'' means the fungus described in section 2(1) that has killed more than 1,000,000 native trees in the State. (2) State.--The term ``State'' means the State of Hawaii. SEC. 4. COLLABORATION. The Secretary of the Interior shall partner and collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the State to address Rapid Ohia Death. SEC. 5. SUSTAINED EFFORTS. (a) Transmission.--The Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Director of the United States Geological Survey, shall continue to conduct research on Rapid Ohia Death vectors and transmission. (b) Ungulate Management.--The Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, shall continue to partner with the State and with local stakeholders to manage ungulates in Rapid Ohia Death control areas on Federal, State, and private land. (c) Restoration and Research.--The Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall continue to provide-- (1) financial assistance, including to the Secretary of the Interior-- (A) to prevent the spread of Rapid Ohia Death; and (B) to restore the native forests of the State; and (2) staff and necessary infrastructure funding to the Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry to conduct research on Rapid Ohia Death. SEC. 6. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. For each of fiscal years 2023 through 2033, there is authorized to be appropriated $5,000,000 to carry out this Act, including for activities carried out by the Secretary of the Interior, the Secretary of Agriculture, or both. <all>

To require the Secretary of the Interior to partner and collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the State of Hawaii to address Rapid Ohia Death, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Continued Rapid Ohia Death Response Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds that-- (1) the fungus Ceratocystis, known as ``Rapid Ohia Death'', has killed more than 1,000,000 native trees in the State; and (2) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service and the Administrator of the Agricultural Research Service, has provided funding and staff-- (A) to identify and detect Rapid Ohia Death; (B) to prevent the spread of Rapid Ohia Death; (C) to identify Ohia trees that are resistant to Rapid Ohia Death; and (D) to propagate trees that are resistant to Rapid Ohia Death in order to restore the native forests of the State. SEC. 3. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Rapid ohia death.--The term ``Rapid Ohia Death'' means the fungus described in section 2(1) that has killed more than 1,000,000 native trees in the State. (2) State.--The term ``State'' means the State of Hawaii. SEC. 4. COLLABORATION. The Secretary of the Interior shall partner and collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the State to address Rapid Ohia Death. SEC. 5. SUSTAINED EFFORTS. (a) Transmission.--The Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Director of the United States Geological Survey, shall continue to conduct research on Rapid Ohia Death vectors and transmission. (b) Ungulate Management.--The Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, shall continue to partner with the State and with local stakeholders to manage ungulates in Rapid Ohia Death control areas on Federal, State, and private land. (c) Restoration and Research.--The Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall continue to provide-- (1) financial assistance, including to the Secretary of the Interior-- (A) to prevent the spread of Rapid Ohia Death; and (B) to restore the native forests of the State; and (2) staff and necessary infrastructure funding to the Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry to conduct research on Rapid Ohia Death. SEC. 6. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. For each of fiscal years 2023 through 2033, there is authorized to be appropriated $5,000,000 to carry out this Act, including for activities carried out by the Secretary of the Interior, the Secretary of Agriculture, or both. <all>

To require the Secretary of the Interior to partner and collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the State of Hawaii to address Rapid Ohia Death, and for other purposes. Congress finds that-- (1) the fungus Ceratocystis, known as ``Rapid Ohia Death'', has killed more than 1,000,000 native trees in the State; and (2) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service and the Administrator of the Agricultural Research Service, has provided funding and staff-- (A) to identify and detect Rapid Ohia Death; (B) to prevent the spread of Rapid Ohia Death; (C) to identify Ohia trees that are resistant to Rapid Ohia Death; and (D) to propagate trees that are resistant to Rapid Ohia Death in order to restore the native forests of the State. (a) Transmission.--The Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Director of the United States Geological Survey, shall continue to conduct research on Rapid Ohia Death vectors and transmission. ( c) Restoration and Research.--The Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall continue to provide-- (1) financial assistance, including to the Secretary of the Interior-- (A) to prevent the spread of Rapid Ohia Death; and (B) to restore the native forests of the State; and (2) staff and necessary infrastructure funding to the Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry to conduct research on Rapid Ohia Death.

To require the Secretary of the Interior to partner and collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the State of Hawaii to address Rapid Ohia Death, and for other purposes. Congress finds that-- (1) the fungus Ceratocystis, known as ``Rapid Ohia Death'', has killed more than 1,000,000 native trees in the State; and (2) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service and the Administrator of the Agricultural Research Service, has provided funding and staff-- (A) to identify and detect Rapid Ohia Death; (B) to prevent the spread of Rapid Ohia Death; (C) to identify Ohia trees that are resistant to Rapid Ohia Death; and (D) to propagate trees that are resistant to Rapid Ohia Death in order to restore the native forests of the State. (c) Restoration and Research.--The Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall continue to provide-- (1) financial assistance, including to the Secretary of the Interior-- (A) to prevent the spread of Rapid Ohia Death; and (B) to restore the native forests of the State; and (2) staff and necessary infrastructure funding to the Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry to conduct research on Rapid Ohia Death. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.

To require the Secretary of the Interior to partner and collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the State of Hawaii to address Rapid Ohia Death, and for other purposes. Congress finds that-- (1) the fungus Ceratocystis, known as ``Rapid Ohia Death'', has killed more than 1,000,000 native trees in the State; and (2) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service and the Administrator of the Agricultural Research Service, has provided funding and staff-- (A) to identify and detect Rapid Ohia Death; (B) to prevent the spread of Rapid Ohia Death; (C) to identify Ohia trees that are resistant to Rapid Ohia Death; and (D) to propagate trees that are resistant to Rapid Ohia Death in order to restore the native forests of the State. (c) Restoration and Research.--The Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall continue to provide-- (1) financial assistance, including to the Secretary of the Interior-- (A) to prevent the spread of Rapid Ohia Death; and (B) to restore the native forests of the State; and (2) staff and necessary infrastructure funding to the Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry to conduct research on Rapid Ohia Death. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.

To require the Secretary of the Interior to partner and collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the State of Hawaii to address Rapid Ohia Death, and for other purposes. Congress finds that-- (1) the fungus Ceratocystis, known as ``Rapid Ohia Death'', has killed more than 1,000,000 native trees in the State; and (2) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service and the Administrator of the Agricultural Research Service, has provided funding and staff-- (A) to identify and detect Rapid Ohia Death; (B) to prevent the spread of Rapid Ohia Death; (C) to identify Ohia trees that are resistant to Rapid Ohia Death; and (D) to propagate trees that are resistant to Rapid Ohia Death in order to restore the native forests of the State. (a) Transmission.--The Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Director of the United States Geological Survey, shall continue to conduct research on Rapid Ohia Death vectors and transmission. ( c) Restoration and Research.--The Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall continue to provide-- (1) financial assistance, including to the Secretary of the Interior-- (A) to prevent the spread of Rapid Ohia Death; and (B) to restore the native forests of the State; and (2) staff and necessary infrastructure funding to the Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry to conduct research on Rapid Ohia Death.

To require the Secretary of the Interior to partner and collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the State of Hawaii to address Rapid Ohia Death, and for other purposes. Congress finds that-- (1) the fungus Ceratocystis, known as ``Rapid Ohia Death'', has killed more than 1,000,000 native trees in the State; and (2) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service and the Administrator of the Agricultural Research Service, has provided funding and staff-- (A) to identify and detect Rapid Ohia Death; (B) to prevent the spread of Rapid Ohia Death; (C) to identify Ohia trees that are resistant to Rapid Ohia Death; and (D) to propagate trees that are resistant to Rapid Ohia Death in order to restore the native forests of the State. (c) Restoration and Research.--The Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall continue to provide-- (1) financial assistance, including to the Secretary of the Interior-- (A) to prevent the spread of Rapid Ohia Death; and (B) to restore the native forests of the State; and (2) staff and necessary infrastructure funding to the Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry to conduct research on Rapid Ohia Death. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.

To require the Secretary of the Interior to partner and collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the State of Hawaii to address Rapid Ohia Death, and for other purposes. Congress finds that-- (1) the fungus Ceratocystis, known as ``Rapid Ohia Death'', has killed more than 1,000,000 native trees in the State; and (2) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service and the Administrator of the Agricultural Research Service, has provided funding and staff-- (A) to identify and detect Rapid Ohia Death; (B) to prevent the spread of Rapid Ohia Death; (C) to identify Ohia trees that are resistant to Rapid Ohia Death; and (D) to propagate trees that are resistant to Rapid Ohia Death in order to restore the native forests of the State. (a) Transmission.--The Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Director of the United States Geological Survey, shall continue to conduct research on Rapid Ohia Death vectors and transmission. ( c) Restoration and Research.--The Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall continue to provide-- (1) financial assistance, including to the Secretary of the Interior-- (A) to prevent the spread of Rapid Ohia Death; and (B) to restore the native forests of the State; and (2) staff and necessary infrastructure funding to the Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry to conduct research on Rapid Ohia Death.

To require the Secretary of the Interior to partner and collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the State of Hawaii to address Rapid Ohia Death, and for other purposes. Congress finds that-- (1) the fungus Ceratocystis, known as ``Rapid Ohia Death'', has killed more than 1,000,000 native trees in the State; and (2) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service and the Administrator of the Agricultural Research Service, has provided funding and staff-- (A) to identify and detect Rapid Ohia Death; (B) to prevent the spread of Rapid Ohia Death; (C) to identify Ohia trees that are resistant to Rapid Ohia Death; and (D) to propagate trees that are resistant to Rapid Ohia Death in order to restore the native forests of the State. (c) Restoration and Research.--The Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall continue to provide-- (1) financial assistance, including to the Secretary of the Interior-- (A) to prevent the spread of Rapid Ohia Death; and (B) to restore the native forests of the State; and (2) staff and necessary infrastructure funding to the Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry to conduct research on Rapid Ohia Death. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.

To require the Secretary of the Interior to partner and collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the State of Hawaii to address Rapid Ohia Death, and for other purposes. Congress finds that-- (1) the fungus Ceratocystis, known as ``Rapid Ohia Death'', has killed more than 1,000,000 native trees in the State; and (2) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service and the Administrator of the Agricultural Research Service, has provided funding and staff-- (A) to identify and detect Rapid Ohia Death; (B) to prevent the spread of Rapid Ohia Death; (C) to identify Ohia trees that are resistant to Rapid Ohia Death; and (D) to propagate trees that are resistant to Rapid Ohia Death in order to restore the native forests of the State. (a) Transmission.--The Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Director of the United States Geological Survey, shall continue to conduct research on Rapid Ohia Death vectors and transmission. ( c) Restoration and Research.--The Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall continue to provide-- (1) financial assistance, including to the Secretary of the Interior-- (A) to prevent the spread of Rapid Ohia Death; and (B) to restore the native forests of the State; and (2) staff and necessary infrastructure funding to the Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry to conduct research on Rapid Ohia Death.

To require the Secretary of the Interior to partner and collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the State of Hawaii to address Rapid Ohia Death, and for other purposes. Congress finds that-- (1) the fungus Ceratocystis, known as ``Rapid Ohia Death'', has killed more than 1,000,000 native trees in the State; and (2) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service and the Administrator of the Agricultural Research Service, has provided funding and staff-- (A) to identify and detect Rapid Ohia Death; (B) to prevent the spread of Rapid Ohia Death; (C) to identify Ohia trees that are resistant to Rapid Ohia Death; and (D) to propagate trees that are resistant to Rapid Ohia Death in order to restore the native forests of the State. (c) Restoration and Research.--The Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall continue to provide-- (1) financial assistance, including to the Secretary of the Interior-- (A) to prevent the spread of Rapid Ohia Death; and (B) to restore the native forests of the State; and (2) staff and necessary infrastructure funding to the Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry to conduct research on Rapid Ohia Death. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.

To require the Secretary of the Interior to partner and collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the State of Hawaii to address Rapid Ohia Death, and for other purposes. Congress finds that-- (1) the fungus Ceratocystis, known as ``Rapid Ohia Death'', has killed more than 1,000,000 native trees in the State; and (2) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service and the Administrator of the Agricultural Research Service, has provided funding and staff-- (A) to identify and detect Rapid Ohia Death; (B) to prevent the spread of Rapid Ohia Death; (C) to identify Ohia trees that are resistant to Rapid Ohia Death; and (D) to propagate trees that are resistant to Rapid Ohia Death in order to restore the native forests of the State. (a) Transmission.--The Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Director of the United States Geological Survey, shall continue to conduct research on Rapid Ohia Death vectors and transmission. ( c) Restoration and Research.--The Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall continue to provide-- (1) financial assistance, including to the Secretary of the Interior-- (A) to prevent the spread of Rapid Ohia Death; and (B) to restore the native forests of the State; and (2) staff and necessary infrastructure funding to the Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry to conduct research on Rapid Ohia Death.

S.3628

Health

Youth Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Act This bill authorizes competitive grants to enhance services for school-aged youth with mental and behavioral health issues that can lead to poor academic performance, depression, and other negative outcomes. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) may award the grants to state or local educational agencies or Indian tribes. SAMHSA must ensure geographic representation, including with respect to rural areas, in the distribution of grant funds.

To authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a grant program to promote comprehensive mental health and suicide prevention efforts in schools, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Youth Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Act''. SEC. 2. COORDINATED PROMOTION OF SCHOOL COMPREHENSIVE MENTAL HEALTH AND SUICIDE PREVENTION PLANS. (a) In General.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Center for Mental Health Services of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, may carry out a program to award grants, on a competitive basis, to eligible entities to enhance services for school-age youth with mental health and behavioral health issues that can lead to low academic proficiency, low rates of school attendance and graduation, and other negative outcomes, including depression, substance abuse, and suicide attempts. (b) Application.--To be eligible for a grant under this section, an eligible entity shall submit to the Secretary an application in such form, at such time, and containing such information as the Secretary determines appropriate, including, at a minimum-- (1) a description of identified mental health and behavioral health needs of school-age youth served by such eligible entity; (2) a description of revenue from Federal, State, local, private, and institutional sources the eligible entity has available to address the needs described in paragraph (1); (3) a description of the eligible entity's proposed plan for using the grant funds to increase access to evidence-based mental and behavioral health services; (4) a description of the eligible entity's proposed plan for improving mental health equity and assisting school-age youth most in need of mental health services; (5) a description of how such eligible entity will involve, as appropriate, school-age youth and peer representatives in the planning, implementation, and evaluation processes related to the use of grant funds and for purposes of achieving mental health equity; (6) a description of how such eligible entity will support other school-age youth and the school community if a school-age youth attempts suicide or dies by suicide; (7) a plan to-- (A) implement the activities described in subsection (c); and (B) evaluate the outcomes of such activities; and (8) an assurance that such eligible entity will submit to the Secretary, for each fiscal year in which grant funds are used, a report with respect to-- (A) the activities carried out under subsection (c); and (B) the outcomes of such activities, reported in accordance with the requirements of section 444 of the General Education Provisions Act (20 U.S.C. 1232g; commonly known as the ``Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974''). (c) Allowable Uses of Grant Funds.--A grant awarded under this section may be used by an eligible entity for-- (1) evaluating existing program activities and prevention strategies; (2) educational seminars; (3) educational awareness campaign materials for school-age youth, families of school-age youth, and school staff to increase the awareness of potential mental and behavioral health issues of school-age youth; (4) peer-to-peer program support; (5) programs that assist schools in adopting a public health approach to mental health; (6) social media applications used for mental and behavioral health purposes, such as suicide risk and mental health screenings; (7) providing mental health services for school-age youth through telehealth; (8) training programs for school-age youth and teachers, school leaders, and other school personnel to learn to respond effectively to school-age youth with mental health and behavioral health issues that can lead to low academic proficiency, low rates of school attendance and graduation, and other negative outcomes, including depression, substance abuse, and suicide attempts; and (9) providing culturally specific mental health and substance use education and prevention programs for school-age youth. (d) Geographical Representation.--In awarding grants under this section, the Secretary shall ensure that grant funds are distributed with the greatest possible geographical representation, including to State and local educational agencies that serve rural areas. (e) Technical Assistance.--The Secretary may provide technical assistance to grantees in carrying out this section. (f) Study and Report.-- (1) Study.--For each fiscal year during which grants are awarded under this section, the Secretary shall conduct a study on the results of the grant program. (2) Report.--For each study conducted under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report on the results of such study, including-- (A) an evaluation of the outcomes of the grant program, including a summary of activities carried out by eligible entities and the results of such activities; and (B) recommendations with respect to improving access to mental health and behavioral heath services at schools, including efforts to reduce the occurrence of suicide and substance abuse. (g) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a local educational agency; (B) a State educational agency; or (C) an Indian Tribe or Tribal organization. (2) ESEA terms.--The terms ``local educational agency'' and ``State educational agency'' have the meanings given such terms in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801). (3) Indian tribe; tribal organization.--The terms ``Indian Tribe'' and ``Tribal organization'' have the meanings given the terms ``Indian tribe'' and ``tribal organization'', respectively, in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 5304). (4) School-age youth.--The term ``school-age youth'' means-- (A) individuals between the ages of 5 and 17, inclusive; and (B) children with disabilities, as defined in section 602(3) of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1401(3)), who receive services under part B of such Act (20 U.S.C. 1411 et seq.). (5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services, in consultation with the Secretary of Education and the heads of other appropriate agencies. (h) Authorization of Appropriations.-- (1) In general.--There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary to carry out this section. (2) Set-aside.--Of the amount appropriated to carry out this section for a fiscal year, 10 percent shall be reserved for grants to eligible entities that serve Indian Tribes or Tribal organizations. <all>

Youth Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Act

A bill to authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a grant program to promote comprehensive mental health and suicide prevention efforts in schools, and for other purposes.

Youth Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Act

Sen. Rosen, Jacky

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NV

This bill authorizes competitive grants to enhance services for school-aged youth with mental and behavioral health issues that can lead to poor academic performance, depression, and other negative outcomes. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) may award the grants to state or local educational agencies or Indian tribes. SAMHSA must ensure geographic representation, including with respect to rural areas, in the distribution of grant 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 ``Youth Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Act''. SEC. 2. COORDINATED PROMOTION OF SCHOOL COMPREHENSIVE MENTAL HEALTH AND SUICIDE PREVENTION PLANS. (c) Allowable Uses of Grant Funds.--A grant awarded under this section may be used by an eligible entity for-- (1) evaluating existing program activities and prevention strategies; (2) educational seminars; (3) educational awareness campaign materials for school-age youth, families of school-age youth, and school staff to increase the awareness of potential mental and behavioral health issues of school-age youth; (4) peer-to-peer program support; (5) programs that assist schools in adopting a public health approach to mental health; (6) social media applications used for mental and behavioral health purposes, such as suicide risk and mental health screenings; (7) providing mental health services for school-age youth through telehealth; (8) training programs for school-age youth and teachers, school leaders, and other school personnel to learn to respond effectively to school-age youth with mental health and behavioral health issues that can lead to low academic proficiency, low rates of school attendance and graduation, and other negative outcomes, including depression, substance abuse, and suicide attempts; and (9) providing culturally specific mental health and substance use education and prevention programs for school-age youth. (d) Geographical Representation.--In awarding grants under this section, the Secretary shall ensure that grant funds are distributed with the greatest possible geographical representation, including to State and local educational agencies that serve rural areas. (e) Technical Assistance.--The Secretary may provide technical assistance to grantees in carrying out this section. (f) Study and Report.-- (1) Study.--For each fiscal year during which grants are awarded under this section, the Secretary shall conduct a study on the results of the grant program. (g) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a local educational agency; (B) a State educational agency; or (C) an Indian Tribe or Tribal organization. 7801). 5304). 1401(3)), who receive services under part B of such Act (20 U.S.C. 1411 et seq.). (5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services, in consultation with the Secretary of Education and the heads of other appropriate agencies. (h) Authorization of Appropriations.-- (1) In general.--There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary to carry out this section.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Youth Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Act''. SEC. 2. (c) Allowable Uses of Grant Funds.--A grant awarded under this section may be used by an eligible entity for-- (1) evaluating existing program activities and prevention strategies; (2) educational seminars; (3) educational awareness campaign materials for school-age youth, families of school-age youth, and school staff to increase the awareness of potential mental and behavioral health issues of school-age youth; (4) peer-to-peer program support; (5) programs that assist schools in adopting a public health approach to mental health; (6) social media applications used for mental and behavioral health purposes, such as suicide risk and mental health screenings; (7) providing mental health services for school-age youth through telehealth; (8) training programs for school-age youth and teachers, school leaders, and other school personnel to learn to respond effectively to school-age youth with mental health and behavioral health issues that can lead to low academic proficiency, low rates of school attendance and graduation, and other negative outcomes, including depression, substance abuse, and suicide attempts; and (9) providing culturally specific mental health and substance use education and prevention programs for school-age youth. (e) Technical Assistance.--The Secretary may provide technical assistance to grantees in carrying out this section. (f) Study and Report.-- (1) Study.--For each fiscal year during which grants are awarded under this section, the Secretary shall conduct a study on the results of the grant program. (g) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a local educational agency; (B) a State educational agency; or (C) an Indian Tribe or Tribal organization. 7801). 5304). 1401(3)), who receive services under part B of such Act (20 U.S.C. 1411 et seq.). (5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services, in consultation with the Secretary of Education and the heads of other appropriate agencies. (h) Authorization of Appropriations.-- (1) In general.--There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary to carry out this section.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Youth Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Act''. SEC. 2. COORDINATED PROMOTION OF SCHOOL COMPREHENSIVE MENTAL HEALTH AND SUICIDE PREVENTION PLANS. (b) Application.--To be eligible for a grant under this section, an eligible entity shall submit to the Secretary an application in such form, at such time, and containing such information as the Secretary determines appropriate, including, at a minimum-- (1) a description of identified mental health and behavioral health needs of school-age youth served by such eligible entity; (2) a description of revenue from Federal, State, local, private, and institutional sources the eligible entity has available to address the needs described in paragraph (1); (3) a description of the eligible entity's proposed plan for using the grant funds to increase access to evidence-based mental and behavioral health services; (4) a description of the eligible entity's proposed plan for improving mental health equity and assisting school-age youth most in need of mental health services; (5) a description of how such eligible entity will involve, as appropriate, school-age youth and peer representatives in the planning, implementation, and evaluation processes related to the use of grant funds and for purposes of achieving mental health equity; (6) a description of how such eligible entity will support other school-age youth and the school community if a school-age youth attempts suicide or dies by suicide; (7) a plan to-- (A) implement the activities described in subsection (c); and (B) evaluate the outcomes of such activities; and (8) an assurance that such eligible entity will submit to the Secretary, for each fiscal year in which grant funds are used, a report with respect to-- (A) the activities carried out under subsection (c); and (B) the outcomes of such activities, reported in accordance with the requirements of section 444 of the General Education Provisions Act (20 U.S.C. 1232g; commonly known as the ``Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974''). (c) Allowable Uses of Grant Funds.--A grant awarded under this section may be used by an eligible entity for-- (1) evaluating existing program activities and prevention strategies; (2) educational seminars; (3) educational awareness campaign materials for school-age youth, families of school-age youth, and school staff to increase the awareness of potential mental and behavioral health issues of school-age youth; (4) peer-to-peer program support; (5) programs that assist schools in adopting a public health approach to mental health; (6) social media applications used for mental and behavioral health purposes, such as suicide risk and mental health screenings; (7) providing mental health services for school-age youth through telehealth; (8) training programs for school-age youth and teachers, school leaders, and other school personnel to learn to respond effectively to school-age youth with mental health and behavioral health issues that can lead to low academic proficiency, low rates of school attendance and graduation, and other negative outcomes, including depression, substance abuse, and suicide attempts; and (9) providing culturally specific mental health and substance use education and prevention programs for school-age youth. (d) Geographical Representation.--In awarding grants under this section, the Secretary shall ensure that grant funds are distributed with the greatest possible geographical representation, including to State and local educational agencies that serve rural areas. (e) Technical Assistance.--The Secretary may provide technical assistance to grantees in carrying out this section. (f) Study and Report.-- (1) Study.--For each fiscal year during which grants are awarded under this section, the Secretary shall conduct a study on the results of the grant program. (g) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a local educational agency; (B) a State educational agency; or (C) an Indian Tribe or Tribal organization. 7801). 5304). 1401(3)), who receive services under part B of such Act (20 U.S.C. 1411 et seq.). (5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services, in consultation with the Secretary of Education and the heads of other appropriate agencies. (h) Authorization of Appropriations.-- (1) In general.--There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary to carry out this section.

To authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a grant program to promote comprehensive mental health and suicide prevention efforts in schools, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Youth Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Act''. SEC. 2. COORDINATED PROMOTION OF SCHOOL COMPREHENSIVE MENTAL HEALTH AND SUICIDE PREVENTION PLANS. (a) In General.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Center for Mental Health Services of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, may carry out a program to award grants, on a competitive basis, to eligible entities to enhance services for school-age youth with mental health and behavioral health issues that can lead to low academic proficiency, low rates of school attendance and graduation, and other negative outcomes, including depression, substance abuse, and suicide attempts. (b) Application.--To be eligible for a grant under this section, an eligible entity shall submit to the Secretary an application in such form, at such time, and containing such information as the Secretary determines appropriate, including, at a minimum-- (1) a description of identified mental health and behavioral health needs of school-age youth served by such eligible entity; (2) a description of revenue from Federal, State, local, private, and institutional sources the eligible entity has available to address the needs described in paragraph (1); (3) a description of the eligible entity's proposed plan for using the grant funds to increase access to evidence-based mental and behavioral health services; (4) a description of the eligible entity's proposed plan for improving mental health equity and assisting school-age youth most in need of mental health services; (5) a description of how such eligible entity will involve, as appropriate, school-age youth and peer representatives in the planning, implementation, and evaluation processes related to the use of grant funds and for purposes of achieving mental health equity; (6) a description of how such eligible entity will support other school-age youth and the school community if a school-age youth attempts suicide or dies by suicide; (7) a plan to-- (A) implement the activities described in subsection (c); and (B) evaluate the outcomes of such activities; and (8) an assurance that such eligible entity will submit to the Secretary, for each fiscal year in which grant funds are used, a report with respect to-- (A) the activities carried out under subsection (c); and (B) the outcomes of such activities, reported in accordance with the requirements of section 444 of the General Education Provisions Act (20 U.S.C. 1232g; commonly known as the ``Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974''). (c) Allowable Uses of Grant Funds.--A grant awarded under this section may be used by an eligible entity for-- (1) evaluating existing program activities and prevention strategies; (2) educational seminars; (3) educational awareness campaign materials for school-age youth, families of school-age youth, and school staff to increase the awareness of potential mental and behavioral health issues of school-age youth; (4) peer-to-peer program support; (5) programs that assist schools in adopting a public health approach to mental health; (6) social media applications used for mental and behavioral health purposes, such as suicide risk and mental health screenings; (7) providing mental health services for school-age youth through telehealth; (8) training programs for school-age youth and teachers, school leaders, and other school personnel to learn to respond effectively to school-age youth with mental health and behavioral health issues that can lead to low academic proficiency, low rates of school attendance and graduation, and other negative outcomes, including depression, substance abuse, and suicide attempts; and (9) providing culturally specific mental health and substance use education and prevention programs for school-age youth. (d) Geographical Representation.--In awarding grants under this section, the Secretary shall ensure that grant funds are distributed with the greatest possible geographical representation, including to State and local educational agencies that serve rural areas. (e) Technical Assistance.--The Secretary may provide technical assistance to grantees in carrying out this section. (f) Study and Report.-- (1) Study.--For each fiscal year during which grants are awarded under this section, the Secretary shall conduct a study on the results of the grant program. (g) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a local educational agency; (B) a State educational agency; or (C) an Indian Tribe or Tribal organization. (2) ESEA terms.--The terms ``local educational agency'' and ``State educational agency'' have the meanings given such terms in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801). (3) Indian tribe; tribal organization.--The terms ``Indian Tribe'' and ``Tribal organization'' have the meanings given the terms ``Indian tribe'' and ``tribal organization'', respectively, in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 5304). (4) School-age youth.--The term ``school-age youth'' means-- (A) individuals between the ages of 5 and 17, inclusive; and (B) children with disabilities, as defined in section 602(3) of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1401(3)), who receive services under part B of such Act (20 U.S.C. 1411 et seq.). (5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services, in consultation with the Secretary of Education and the heads of other appropriate agencies. (h) Authorization of Appropriations.-- (1) In general.--There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary to carry out this section. (2) Set-aside.--Of the amount appropriated to carry out this section for a fiscal year, 10 percent shall be reserved for grants to eligible entities that serve Indian Tribes or Tribal organizations.

To authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a grant program to promote comprehensive mental health and suicide prevention efforts in schools, and for other purposes. a) In General.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Center for Mental Health Services of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, may carry out a program to award grants, on a competitive basis, to eligible entities to enhance services for school-age youth with mental health and behavioral health issues that can lead to low academic proficiency, low rates of school attendance and graduation, and other negative outcomes, including depression, substance abuse, and suicide attempts. 1232g; commonly known as the ``Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974''). ( d) Geographical Representation.--In awarding grants under this section, the Secretary shall ensure that grant funds are distributed with the greatest possible geographical representation, including to State and local educational agencies that serve rural areas. (e) Technical Assistance.--The Secretary may provide technical assistance to grantees in carrying out this section. ( 2) ESEA terms.--The terms ``local educational agency'' and ``State educational agency'' have the meanings given such terms in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801). ( (4) School-age youth.--The term ``school-age youth'' means-- (A) individuals between the ages of 5 and 17, inclusive; and (B) children with disabilities, as defined in section 602(3) of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1401(3)), who receive services under part B of such Act (20 U.S.C. 1411 et seq.). ( 2) Set-aside.--Of the amount appropriated to carry out this section for a fiscal year, 10 percent shall be reserved for grants to eligible entities that serve Indian Tribes or Tribal organizations.

To authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a grant program to promote comprehensive mental health and suicide prevention efforts in schools, and for other purposes. a) In General.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Center for Mental Health Services of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, may carry out a program to award grants, on a competitive basis, to eligible entities to enhance services for school-age youth with mental health and behavioral health issues that can lead to low academic proficiency, low rates of school attendance and graduation, and other negative outcomes, including depression, substance abuse, and suicide attempts. d) Geographical Representation.--In awarding grants under this section, the Secretary shall ensure that grant funds are distributed with the greatest possible geographical representation, including to State and local educational agencies that serve rural areas. ( f) Study and Report.-- (1) Study.--For each fiscal year during which grants are awarded under this section, the Secretary shall conduct a study on the results of the grant program. ( (g) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a local educational agency; (B) a State educational agency; or (C) an Indian Tribe or Tribal organization. ( 4) School-age youth.--The term ``school-age youth'' means-- (A) individuals between the ages of 5 and 17, inclusive; and (B) children with disabilities, as defined in section 602(3) of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1401(3)), who receive services under part B of such Act (20 U.S.C. 1411 et seq.). (

To authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a grant program to promote comprehensive mental health and suicide prevention efforts in schools, and for other purposes. a) In General.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Center for Mental Health Services of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, may carry out a program to award grants, on a competitive basis, to eligible entities to enhance services for school-age youth with mental health and behavioral health issues that can lead to low academic proficiency, low rates of school attendance and graduation, and other negative outcomes, including depression, substance abuse, and suicide attempts. d) Geographical Representation.--In awarding grants under this section, the Secretary shall ensure that grant funds are distributed with the greatest possible geographical representation, including to State and local educational agencies that serve rural areas. ( f) Study and Report.-- (1) Study.--For each fiscal year during which grants are awarded under this section, the Secretary shall conduct a study on the results of the grant program. ( (g) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a local educational agency; (B) a State educational agency; or (C) an Indian Tribe or Tribal organization. ( 4) School-age youth.--The term ``school-age youth'' means-- (A) individuals between the ages of 5 and 17, inclusive; and (B) children with disabilities, as defined in section 602(3) of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1401(3)), who receive services under part B of such Act (20 U.S.C. 1411 et seq.). (

To authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a grant program to promote comprehensive mental health and suicide prevention efforts in schools, and for other purposes. a) In General.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Center for Mental Health Services of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, may carry out a program to award grants, on a competitive basis, to eligible entities to enhance services for school-age youth with mental health and behavioral health issues that can lead to low academic proficiency, low rates of school attendance and graduation, and other negative outcomes, including depression, substance abuse, and suicide attempts. 1232g; commonly known as the ``Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974''). ( d) Geographical Representation.--In awarding grants under this section, the Secretary shall ensure that grant funds are distributed with the greatest possible geographical representation, including to State and local educational agencies that serve rural areas. (e) Technical Assistance.--The Secretary may provide technical assistance to grantees in carrying out this section. ( 2) ESEA terms.--The terms ``local educational agency'' and ``State educational agency'' have the meanings given such terms in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801). ( (4) School-age youth.--The term ``school-age youth'' means-- (A) individuals between the ages of 5 and 17, inclusive; and (B) children with disabilities, as defined in section 602(3) of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1401(3)), who receive services under part B of such Act (20 U.S.C. 1411 et seq.). ( 2) Set-aside.--Of the amount appropriated to carry out this section for a fiscal year, 10 percent shall be reserved for grants to eligible entities that serve Indian Tribes or Tribal organizations.

To authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a grant program to promote comprehensive mental health and suicide prevention efforts in schools, and for other purposes. a) In General.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Center for Mental Health Services of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, may carry out a program to award grants, on a competitive basis, to eligible entities to enhance services for school-age youth with mental health and behavioral health issues that can lead to low academic proficiency, low rates of school attendance and graduation, and other negative outcomes, including depression, substance abuse, and suicide attempts. d) Geographical Representation.--In awarding grants under this section, the Secretary shall ensure that grant funds are distributed with the greatest possible geographical representation, including to State and local educational agencies that serve rural areas. ( f) Study and Report.-- (1) Study.--For each fiscal year during which grants are awarded under this section, the Secretary shall conduct a study on the results of the grant program. ( (g) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a local educational agency; (B) a State educational agency; or (C) an Indian Tribe or Tribal organization. ( 4) School-age youth.--The term ``school-age youth'' means-- (A) individuals between the ages of 5 and 17, inclusive; and (B) children with disabilities, as defined in section 602(3) of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1401(3)), who receive services under part B of such Act (20 U.S.C. 1411 et seq.). (

To authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a grant program to promote comprehensive mental health and suicide prevention efforts in schools, and for other purposes. a) In General.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Center for Mental Health Services of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, may carry out a program to award grants, on a competitive basis, to eligible entities to enhance services for school-age youth with mental health and behavioral health issues that can lead to low academic proficiency, low rates of school attendance and graduation, and other negative outcomes, including depression, substance abuse, and suicide attempts. 1232g; commonly known as the ``Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974''). ( d) Geographical Representation.--In awarding grants under this section, the Secretary shall ensure that grant funds are distributed with the greatest possible geographical representation, including to State and local educational agencies that serve rural areas. (e) Technical Assistance.--The Secretary may provide technical assistance to grantees in carrying out this section. ( 2) ESEA terms.--The terms ``local educational agency'' and ``State educational agency'' have the meanings given such terms in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801). ( (4) School-age youth.--The term ``school-age youth'' means-- (A) individuals between the ages of 5 and 17, inclusive; and (B) children with disabilities, as defined in section 602(3) of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1401(3)), who receive services under part B of such Act (20 U.S.C. 1411 et seq.). ( 2) Set-aside.--Of the amount appropriated to carry out this section for a fiscal year, 10 percent shall be reserved for grants to eligible entities that serve Indian Tribes or Tribal organizations.

To authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a grant program to promote comprehensive mental health and suicide prevention efforts in schools, and for other purposes. a) In General.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Center for Mental Health Services of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, may carry out a program to award grants, on a competitive basis, to eligible entities to enhance services for school-age youth with mental health and behavioral health issues that can lead to low academic proficiency, low rates of school attendance and graduation, and other negative outcomes, including depression, substance abuse, and suicide attempts. d) Geographical Representation.--In awarding grants under this section, the Secretary shall ensure that grant funds are distributed with the greatest possible geographical representation, including to State and local educational agencies that serve rural areas. ( f) Study and Report.-- (1) Study.--For each fiscal year during which grants are awarded under this section, the Secretary shall conduct a study on the results of the grant program. ( (g) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a local educational agency; (B) a State educational agency; or (C) an Indian Tribe or Tribal organization. ( 4) School-age youth.--The term ``school-age youth'' means-- (A) individuals between the ages of 5 and 17, inclusive; and (B) children with disabilities, as defined in section 602(3) of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1401(3)), who receive services under part B of such Act (20 U.S.C. 1411 et seq.). (

To authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a grant program to promote comprehensive mental health and suicide prevention efforts in schools, and for other purposes. a) In General.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Center for Mental Health Services of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, may carry out a program to award grants, on a competitive basis, to eligible entities to enhance services for school-age youth with mental health and behavioral health issues that can lead to low academic proficiency, low rates of school attendance and graduation, and other negative outcomes, including depression, substance abuse, and suicide attempts. 1232g; commonly known as the ``Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974''). ( d) Geographical Representation.--In awarding grants under this section, the Secretary shall ensure that grant funds are distributed with the greatest possible geographical representation, including to State and local educational agencies that serve rural areas. (e) Technical Assistance.--The Secretary may provide technical assistance to grantees in carrying out this section. ( 2) ESEA terms.--The terms ``local educational agency'' and ``State educational agency'' have the meanings given such terms in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801). ( (4) School-age youth.--The term ``school-age youth'' means-- (A) individuals between the ages of 5 and 17, inclusive; and (B) children with disabilities, as defined in section 602(3) of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1401(3)), who receive services under part B of such Act (20 U.S.C. 1411 et seq.). ( 2) Set-aside.--Of the amount appropriated to carry out this section for a fiscal year, 10 percent shall be reserved for grants to eligible entities that serve Indian Tribes or Tribal organizations.

To authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a grant program to promote comprehensive mental health and suicide prevention efforts in schools, and for other purposes. a) In General.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Center for Mental Health Services of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, may carry out a program to award grants, on a competitive basis, to eligible entities to enhance services for school-age youth with mental health and behavioral health issues that can lead to low academic proficiency, low rates of school attendance and graduation, and other negative outcomes, including depression, substance abuse, and suicide attempts. d) Geographical Representation.--In awarding grants under this section, the Secretary shall ensure that grant funds are distributed with the greatest possible geographical representation, including to State and local educational agencies that serve rural areas. ( f) Study and Report.-- (1) Study.--For each fiscal year during which grants are awarded under this section, the Secretary shall conduct a study on the results of the grant program. ( (g) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a local educational agency; (B) a State educational agency; or (C) an Indian Tribe or Tribal organization. ( 4) School-age youth.--The term ``school-age youth'' means-- (A) individuals between the ages of 5 and 17, inclusive; and (B) children with disabilities, as defined in section 602(3) of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1401(3)), who receive services under part B of such Act (20 U.S.C. 1411 et seq.). (

To authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a grant program to promote comprehensive mental health and suicide prevention efforts in schools, and for other purposes. a) In General.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Center for Mental Health Services of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, may carry out a program to award grants, on a competitive basis, to eligible entities to enhance services for school-age youth with mental health and behavioral health issues that can lead to low academic proficiency, low rates of school attendance and graduation, and other negative outcomes, including depression, substance abuse, and suicide attempts. 1232g; commonly known as the ``Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974''). ( d) Geographical Representation.--In awarding grants under this section, the Secretary shall ensure that grant funds are distributed with the greatest possible geographical representation, including to State and local educational agencies that serve rural areas. (e) Technical Assistance.--The Secretary may provide technical assistance to grantees in carrying out this section. ( 2) ESEA terms.--The terms ``local educational agency'' and ``State educational agency'' have the meanings given such terms in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801). ( (4) School-age youth.--The term ``school-age youth'' means-- (A) individuals between the ages of 5 and 17, inclusive; and (B) children with disabilities, as defined in section 602(3) of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1401(3)), who receive services under part B of such Act (20 U.S.C. 1411 et seq.). ( 2) Set-aside.--Of the amount appropriated to carry out this section for a fiscal year, 10 percent shall be reserved for grants to eligible entities that serve Indian Tribes or Tribal organizations.

S.2743

Commerce

Music Under Severe Income Crisis Act This bill expands eligibility for the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant program, which provides emergency assistance for eligible venues affected by COVID-19, to include service and support companies. Such companies are those whose principal business (1) provides stages, lighting, sound, casts, or other support for live performing arts events; or (2) showcases performers or prepackaged productions to potential buyers. In addition, the bill rescinds specified funds that were made available for COVID-19 relief and appropriates an equal amount to make grants to service and support companies.

To make companies that support venues and events eligible for grants under the shuttered venue operators grant 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 ``Music Under Severe Income Crisis Act''. SEC. 2. ADDING SERVICE AND SUPPORT COMPANIES TO THE SHUTTERED VENUE OPERATORS GRANT PROGRAM. (a) In General.--Section 324 of the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act (title III of division N of Public Law 116-260) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)-- (A) in paragraph (1)-- (i) in subparagraph (A)-- (I) in the matter preceding clause (i), by inserting ``a service and support company,'' after ``theatre operator,''; (II) in clause (i)-- (aa) in the matter preceding subclause (I), by inserting ``the service and support company,'' after ``theatre operator,''; and (bb) in subclause (I), by inserting ``a service and support company,'' after ``theatre operator,''; (III) in clause (ii)-- (aa) in subclause (III), by striking ``and'' at the end; (bb) in subclause (IV), by adding ``and'' at the end; and (cc) by adding at the end the following: ``(V) the service and support company is or intends to resume the services and activities described in paragraph (11);''; and (IV) in clause (vi), by inserting ``the service and support company,'' after ``theatre operator,'' each place that term appears; and (ii) in subparagraph (B), by inserting ``service and support company,'' after ``theatre operator,'' each place that term appears; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(11) Service and support company.--The term `service and support company'-- ``(A) means an individual or entity-- ``(i) that is assigned a North American Industry Classification System code of 532490, 541410, 541420, 541430, 541490, 561920, 711190, 711300, or 711320, as appears on the most recent income tax filing or on the application for a loan under paragraph (36) or (37) of section 7(a) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(a)) of the individual or entity, if applicable; and ``(ii) that-- ``(I)(aa) as the principal business of the individual or entity, provides stages, lighting, sound, casts, or other support for live performing arts events; and ``(bb) for which not less than 70 percent of the earned revenue generated through providing the support described in item (aa) is for live performing arts events organized, promoted, produced, managed, or hosted by an eligible person or entity described in paragraph (1)(A)(iii); or ``(II)(aa) as the principal business of the individual or entity, showcases performers or pre-packaged productions to potential buyers; and ``(bb) for which not less than 70 percent of the earned revenue generated through showcasing performers or pre- packaged productions described in item (aa) is for live performing arts events-- ``(AA) organized, promoted, produced, managed, or hosted by an eligible person or entity described in paragraph (1)(A)(iii); or ``(BB) hosted in a hotel or convention center facility; ``(B) includes an individual or entity described in subparagraph (A) that-- ``(i) operates for profit; ``(ii) is a nonprofit organization; ``(iii) is government-owned; or ``(iv) is a corporation, limited liability company, or partnership or operated as a sole proprietorship; and ``(C) does not include-- ``(i) an individual or entity described in subparagraph (A) that-- ``(I) employs more than 250 full- time employees; or ``(II) is registered or operates outside of the United States; or ``(ii) an entity that is majority owned or controlled by an entity that is an issuer, the securities of which are listed on a national securities exchange under section 6 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78f).''; and (2) in subsection (b)(2)(B), by adding at the end the following: ``(iii) Priority for awards to service and support companies.-- ``(I) First priority in awarding grants.--During the initial 14-day period during which service and support companies are eligible to receive a grant under this paragraph, in making awards to those companies, the Administrator shall only award grants to those companies with revenue during the period beginning on April 1, 2020, and ending on December 31, 2020, that is not more than 10 percent of the revenue of the company during the period beginning on April 1, 2019, and ending on December 31, 2019, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. ``(II) Second priority in awarding grants.--During the 14-day period immediately following the 14-day period described in clause (i), in making awards to service and support companies under this paragraph, the Administrator shall only award grants to those companies with revenue, during the period beginning on April 1, 2020, and ending on December 31, 2020, that is not more than 30 percent of the revenue of the company during the period beginning on April 1, 2019, and ending on December 31, 2019, due to the COVID- 19 pandemic.''. (b) Transfer of Amounts From Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds to Shuttered Venue Operators Program.-- (1) Rescission.--Of the unobligated balances of amounts appropriated under sections 602(a)(1) and 603(a) of the Social Security Act (as added by section 9901 of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (Public Law 117-2)) on the date of enactment of this Act, $4,000,000,000 is rescinded, provided that amounts shall be rescinded from the unobligated balance of amounts appropriated under such section 602(a)(1) first, and amounts shall then be rescinded from the unobligated balance of amounts appropriated under such section 603(a) only if the unobligated balance of amounts appropriated under such section 602(a)(1) is less than $4,000,000,000. (2) Appropriation.--There is appropriated for an additional amount, out of amounts in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2021, an amount equal to the amount rescinded under paragraph (1), to remain available until December 31, 2021, under the heading ``Small Business Administration--Shuttered Venue Operators'', to make grants to service and support companies under section 324 of the Economic Aid to Hard Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act (title III of division N of Public Law 116-260), as amended by subsection (a). (c) Processing Previously Denied Applications.--If a service and support company, as defined in paragraph (11) of section 324(a) of the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act (title III of division N of Public Law 116-260), as added by subsection (a), was denied a grant under such section before the date of enactment of this Act due to lack of eligibility but, as a result of the amendments made by subsection (a), is eligible for a grant under such section, the Administrator of the Small Business Administration shall reconsider and process the application of the service and support company. (d) Regulations.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator of the Small Business Administration shall issue regulations to carry out this Act and the amendments made by this Act without regard to the notice requirements under section 553(b) of title 5, United States Code. (e) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that the Administrator of the Small Business Administration should-- (1) issue guidance to ensure that entities whose principal business is to provide services and support to the live events industry remain eligible for the program established under section 324 of the Economic Aid to Hard Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act (title III of division N of Public Law 116-260); and (2) distribute funds appropriated for the program described in paragraph (1) not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act. <all>

Music Under Severe Income Crisis Act

A bill to make companies that support venues and events eligible for grants under the shuttered venue operators grant program, and for other purposes.

Music Under Severe Income Crisis Act

Sen. Blackburn, Marsha

R

TN

This bill expands eligibility for the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant program, which provides emergency assistance for eligible venues affected by COVID-19, to include service and support companies. Such companies are those whose principal business (1) provides stages, lighting, sound, casts, or other support for live performing arts events; or (2) showcases performers or prepackaged productions to potential buyers. In addition, the bill rescinds specified funds that were made available for COVID-19 relief and appropriates an equal amount to make grants to service and support companies.

SHORT TITLE. 2. ADDING SERVICE AND SUPPORT COMPANIES TO THE SHUTTERED VENUE OPERATORS GRANT PROGRAM. ``(II) Second priority in awarding grants.--During the 14-day period immediately following the 14-day period described in clause (i), in making awards to service and support companies under this paragraph, the Administrator shall only award grants to those companies with revenue, during the period beginning on April 1, 2020, and ending on December 31, 2020, that is not more than 30 percent of the revenue of the company during the period beginning on April 1, 2019, and ending on December 31, 2019, due to the COVID- 19 pandemic.''. (b) Transfer of Amounts From Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds to Shuttered Venue Operators Program.-- (1) Rescission.--Of the unobligated balances of amounts appropriated under sections 602(a)(1) and 603(a) of the Social Security Act (as added by section 9901 of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (Public Law 117-2)) on the date of enactment of this Act, $4,000,000,000 is rescinded, provided that amounts shall be rescinded from the unobligated balance of amounts appropriated under such section 602(a)(1) first, and amounts shall then be rescinded from the unobligated balance of amounts appropriated under such section 603(a) only if the unobligated balance of amounts appropriated under such section 602(a)(1) is less than $4,000,000,000.

SHORT TITLE. 2. ADDING SERVICE AND SUPPORT COMPANIES TO THE SHUTTERED VENUE OPERATORS GRANT PROGRAM. ``(II) Second priority in awarding grants.--During the 14-day period immediately following the 14-day period described in clause (i), in making awards to service and support companies under this paragraph, the Administrator shall only award grants to those companies with revenue, during the period beginning on April 1, 2020, and ending on December 31, 2020, that is not more than 30 percent of the revenue of the company during the period beginning on April 1, 2019, and ending on December 31, 2019, due to the COVID- 19 pandemic.''. (b) Transfer of Amounts From Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds to Shuttered Venue Operators Program.-- (1) Rescission.--Of the unobligated balances of amounts appropriated under sections 602(a)(1) and 603(a) of the Social Security Act (as added by section 9901 of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (Public Law 117-2)) on the date of enactment of this Act, $4,000,000,000 is rescinded, provided that amounts shall be rescinded from the unobligated balance of amounts appropriated under such section 602(a)(1) first, and amounts shall then be rescinded from the unobligated balance of amounts appropriated under such section 603(a) only if the unobligated balance of amounts appropriated under such section 602(a)(1) is less than $4,000,000,000.

SHORT TITLE. SEC. 2. ADDING SERVICE AND SUPPORT COMPANIES TO THE SHUTTERED VENUE OPERATORS GRANT PROGRAM. 636(a)) of the individual or entity, if applicable; and ``(ii) that-- ``(I)(aa) as the principal business of the individual or entity, provides stages, lighting, sound, casts, or other support for live performing arts events; and ``(bb) for which not less than 70 percent of the earned revenue generated through providing the support described in item (aa) is for live performing arts events organized, promoted, produced, managed, or hosted by an eligible person or entity described in paragraph (1)(A)(iii); or ``(II)(aa) as the principal business of the individual or entity, showcases performers or pre-packaged productions to potential buyers; and ``(bb) for which not less than 70 percent of the earned revenue generated through showcasing performers or pre- packaged productions described in item (aa) is for live performing arts events-- ``(AA) organized, promoted, produced, managed, or hosted by an eligible person or entity described in paragraph (1)(A)(iii); or ``(BB) hosted in a hotel or convention center facility; ``(B) includes an individual or entity described in subparagraph (A) that-- ``(i) operates for profit; ``(ii) is a nonprofit organization; ``(iii) is government-owned; or ``(iv) is a corporation, limited liability company, or partnership or operated as a sole proprietorship; and ``(C) does not include-- ``(i) an individual or entity described in subparagraph (A) that-- ``(I) employs more than 250 full- time employees; or ``(II) is registered or operates outside of the United States; or ``(ii) an entity that is majority owned or controlled by an entity that is an issuer, the securities of which are listed on a national securities exchange under section 6 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78f). ``(II) Second priority in awarding grants.--During the 14-day period immediately following the 14-day period described in clause (i), in making awards to service and support companies under this paragraph, the Administrator shall only award grants to those companies with revenue, during the period beginning on April 1, 2020, and ending on December 31, 2020, that is not more than 30 percent of the revenue of the company during the period beginning on April 1, 2019, and ending on December 31, 2019, due to the COVID- 19 pandemic.''. (b) Transfer of Amounts From Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds to Shuttered Venue Operators Program.-- (1) Rescission.--Of the unobligated balances of amounts appropriated under sections 602(a)(1) and 603(a) of the Social Security Act (as added by section 9901 of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (Public Law 117-2)) on the date of enactment of this Act, $4,000,000,000 is rescinded, provided that amounts shall be rescinded from the unobligated balance of amounts appropriated under such section 602(a)(1) first, and amounts shall then be rescinded from the unobligated balance of amounts appropriated under such section 603(a) only if the unobligated balance of amounts appropriated under such section 602(a)(1) is less than $4,000,000,000. (c) Processing Previously Denied Applications.--If a service and support company, as defined in paragraph (11) of section 324(a) of the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act (title III of division N of Public Law 116-260), as added by subsection (a), was denied a grant under such section before the date of enactment of this Act due to lack of eligibility but, as a result of the amendments made by subsection (a), is eligible for a grant under such section, the Administrator of the Small Business Administration shall reconsider and process the application of the service and support company.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Music Under Severe Income Crisis Act''. SEC. 2. ADDING SERVICE AND SUPPORT COMPANIES TO THE SHUTTERED VENUE OPERATORS GRANT PROGRAM. (a) In General.--Section 324 of the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act (title III of division N of Public Law 116-260) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)-- (A) in paragraph (1)-- (i) in subparagraph (A)-- (I) in the matter preceding clause (i), by inserting ``a service and support company,'' after ``theatre operator,''; (II) in clause (i)-- (aa) in the matter preceding subclause (I), by inserting ``the service and support company,'' after ``theatre operator,''; and (bb) in subclause (I), by inserting ``a service and support company,'' after ``theatre operator,''; (III) in clause (ii)-- (aa) in subclause (III), by striking ``and'' at the end; (bb) in subclause (IV), by adding ``and'' at the end; and (cc) by adding at the end the following: ``(V) the service and support company is or intends to resume the services and activities described in paragraph (11);''; and (IV) in clause (vi), by inserting ``the service and support company,'' after ``theatre operator,'' each place that term appears; and (ii) in subparagraph (B), by inserting ``service and support company,'' after ``theatre operator,'' each place that term appears; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(11) Service and support company.--The term `service and support company'-- ``(A) means an individual or entity-- ``(i) that is assigned a North American Industry Classification System code of 532490, 541410, 541420, 541430, 541490, 561920, 711190, 711300, or 711320, as appears on the most recent income tax filing or on the application for a loan under paragraph (36) or (37) of section 7(a) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(a)) of the individual or entity, if applicable; and ``(ii) that-- ``(I)(aa) as the principal business of the individual or entity, provides stages, lighting, sound, casts, or other support for live performing arts events; and ``(bb) for which not less than 70 percent of the earned revenue generated through providing the support described in item (aa) is for live performing arts events organized, promoted, produced, managed, or hosted by an eligible person or entity described in paragraph (1)(A)(iii); or ``(II)(aa) as the principal business of the individual or entity, showcases performers or pre-packaged productions to potential buyers; and ``(bb) for which not less than 70 percent of the earned revenue generated through showcasing performers or pre- packaged productions described in item (aa) is for live performing arts events-- ``(AA) organized, promoted, produced, managed, or hosted by an eligible person or entity described in paragraph (1)(A)(iii); or ``(BB) hosted in a hotel or convention center facility; ``(B) includes an individual or entity described in subparagraph (A) that-- ``(i) operates for profit; ``(ii) is a nonprofit organization; ``(iii) is government-owned; or ``(iv) is a corporation, limited liability company, or partnership or operated as a sole proprietorship; and ``(C) does not include-- ``(i) an individual or entity described in subparagraph (A) that-- ``(I) employs more than 250 full- time employees; or ``(II) is registered or operates outside of the United States; or ``(ii) an entity that is majority owned or controlled by an entity that is an issuer, the securities of which are listed on a national securities exchange under section 6 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78f). ``(II) Second priority in awarding grants.--During the 14-day period immediately following the 14-day period described in clause (i), in making awards to service and support companies under this paragraph, the Administrator shall only award grants to those companies with revenue, during the period beginning on April 1, 2020, and ending on December 31, 2020, that is not more than 30 percent of the revenue of the company during the period beginning on April 1, 2019, and ending on December 31, 2019, due to the COVID- 19 pandemic.''. (b) Transfer of Amounts From Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds to Shuttered Venue Operators Program.-- (1) Rescission.--Of the unobligated balances of amounts appropriated under sections 602(a)(1) and 603(a) of the Social Security Act (as added by section 9901 of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (Public Law 117-2)) on the date of enactment of this Act, $4,000,000,000 is rescinded, provided that amounts shall be rescinded from the unobligated balance of amounts appropriated under such section 602(a)(1) first, and amounts shall then be rescinded from the unobligated balance of amounts appropriated under such section 603(a) only if the unobligated balance of amounts appropriated under such section 602(a)(1) is less than $4,000,000,000. (c) Processing Previously Denied Applications.--If a service and support company, as defined in paragraph (11) of section 324(a) of the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act (title III of division N of Public Law 116-260), as added by subsection (a), was denied a grant under such section before the date of enactment of this Act due to lack of eligibility but, as a result of the amendments made by subsection (a), is eligible for a grant under such section, the Administrator of the Small Business Administration shall reconsider and process the application of the service and support company. (d) Regulations.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator of the Small Business Administration shall issue regulations to carry out this Act and the amendments made by this Act without regard to the notice requirements under section 553(b) of title 5, United States Code.

To make companies that support venues and events eligible for grants under the shuttered venue operators grant program, and for other purposes. ADDING SERVICE AND SUPPORT COMPANIES TO THE SHUTTERED VENUE OPERATORS GRANT PROGRAM. ``(II) Second priority in awarding grants.--During the 14-day period immediately following the 14-day period described in clause (i), in making awards to service and support companies under this paragraph, the Administrator shall only award grants to those companies with revenue, during the period beginning on April 1, 2020, and ending on December 31, 2020, that is not more than 30 percent of the revenue of the company during the period beginning on April 1, 2019, and ending on December 31, 2019, due to the COVID- 19 pandemic.''. 2) Appropriation.--There is appropriated for an additional amount, out of amounts in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2021, an amount equal to the amount rescinded under paragraph (1), to remain available until December 31, 2021, under the heading ``Small Business Administration--Shuttered Venue Operators'', to make grants to service and support companies under section 324 of the Economic Aid to Hard Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act (title III of division N of Public Law 116-260), as amended by subsection (a). d) Regulations.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator of the Small Business Administration shall issue regulations to carry out this Act and the amendments made by this Act without regard to the notice requirements under section 553(b) of title 5, United States Code. (e) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that the Administrator of the Small Business Administration should-- (1) issue guidance to ensure that entities whose principal business is to provide services and support to the live events industry remain eligible for the program established under section 324 of the Economic Aid to Hard Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act (title III of division N of Public Law 116-260); and (2) distribute funds appropriated for the program described in paragraph (1) not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act.

To make companies that support venues and events eligible for grants under the shuttered venue operators grant program, and for other purposes. ADDING SERVICE AND SUPPORT COMPANIES TO THE SHUTTERED VENUE OPERATORS GRANT PROGRAM. ( ``(II) Second priority in awarding grants.--During the 14-day period immediately following the 14-day period described in clause (i), in making awards to service and support companies under this paragraph, the Administrator shall only award grants to those companies with revenue, during the period beginning on April 1, 2020, and ending on December 31, 2020, that is not more than 30 percent of the revenue of the company during the period beginning on April 1, 2019, and ending on December 31, 2019, due to the COVID- 19 pandemic.''. ( (2) Appropriation.--There is appropriated for an additional amount, out of amounts in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2021, an amount equal to the amount rescinded under paragraph (1), to remain available until December 31, 2021, under the heading ``Small Business Administration--Shuttered Venue Operators'', to make grants to service and support companies under section 324 of the Economic Aid to Hard Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act (title III of division N of Public Law 116-260), as amended by subsection (a). ( d) Regulations.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator of the Small Business Administration shall issue regulations to carry out this Act and the amendments made by this Act without regard to the notice requirements under section 553(b) of title 5, United States Code. (

To make companies that support venues and events eligible for grants under the shuttered venue operators grant program, and for other purposes. ADDING SERVICE AND SUPPORT COMPANIES TO THE SHUTTERED VENUE OPERATORS GRANT PROGRAM. ( ``(II) Second priority in awarding grants.--During the 14-day period immediately following the 14-day period described in clause (i), in making awards to service and support companies under this paragraph, the Administrator shall only award grants to those companies with revenue, during the period beginning on April 1, 2020, and ending on December 31, 2020, that is not more than 30 percent of the revenue of the company during the period beginning on April 1, 2019, and ending on December 31, 2019, due to the COVID- 19 pandemic.''. ( (2) Appropriation.--There is appropriated for an additional amount, out of amounts in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2021, an amount equal to the amount rescinded under paragraph (1), to remain available until December 31, 2021, under the heading ``Small Business Administration--Shuttered Venue Operators'', to make grants to service and support companies under section 324 of the Economic Aid to Hard Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act (title III of division N of Public Law 116-260), as amended by subsection (a). ( d) Regulations.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator of the Small Business Administration shall issue regulations to carry out this Act and the amendments made by this Act without regard to the notice requirements under section 553(b) of title 5, United States Code. (

To make companies that support venues and events eligible for grants under the shuttered venue operators grant program, and for other purposes. ADDING SERVICE AND SUPPORT COMPANIES TO THE SHUTTERED VENUE OPERATORS GRANT PROGRAM. ``(II) Second priority in awarding grants.--During the 14-day period immediately following the 14-day period described in clause (i), in making awards to service and support companies under this paragraph, the Administrator shall only award grants to those companies with revenue, during the period beginning on April 1, 2020, and ending on December 31, 2020, that is not more than 30 percent of the revenue of the company during the period beginning on April 1, 2019, and ending on December 31, 2019, due to the COVID- 19 pandemic.''. 2) Appropriation.--There is appropriated for an additional amount, out of amounts in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2021, an amount equal to the amount rescinded under paragraph (1), to remain available until December 31, 2021, under the heading ``Small Business Administration--Shuttered Venue Operators'', to make grants to service and support companies under section 324 of the Economic Aid to Hard Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act (title III of division N of Public Law 116-260), as amended by subsection (a). d) Regulations.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator of the Small Business Administration shall issue regulations to carry out this Act and the amendments made by this Act without regard to the notice requirements under section 553(b) of title 5, United States Code. (e) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that the Administrator of the Small Business Administration should-- (1) issue guidance to ensure that entities whose principal business is to provide services and support to the live events industry remain eligible for the program established under section 324 of the Economic Aid to Hard Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act (title III of division N of Public Law 116-260); and (2) distribute funds appropriated for the program described in paragraph (1) not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act.

To make companies that support venues and events eligible for grants under the shuttered venue operators grant program, and for other purposes. ADDING SERVICE AND SUPPORT COMPANIES TO THE SHUTTERED VENUE OPERATORS GRANT PROGRAM. ( ``(II) Second priority in awarding grants.--During the 14-day period immediately following the 14-day period described in clause (i), in making awards to service and support companies under this paragraph, the Administrator shall only award grants to those companies with revenue, during the period beginning on April 1, 2020, and ending on December 31, 2020, that is not more than 30 percent of the revenue of the company during the period beginning on April 1, 2019, and ending on December 31, 2019, due to the COVID- 19 pandemic.''. ( (2) Appropriation.--There is appropriated for an additional amount, out of amounts in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2021, an amount equal to the amount rescinded under paragraph (1), to remain available until December 31, 2021, under the heading ``Small Business Administration--Shuttered Venue Operators'', to make grants to service and support companies under section 324 of the Economic Aid to Hard Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act (title III of division N of Public Law 116-260), as amended by subsection (a). ( d) Regulations.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator of the Small Business Administration shall issue regulations to carry out this Act and the amendments made by this Act without regard to the notice requirements under section 553(b) of title 5, United States Code. (

To make companies that support venues and events eligible for grants under the shuttered venue operators grant program, and for other purposes. ADDING SERVICE AND SUPPORT COMPANIES TO THE SHUTTERED VENUE OPERATORS GRANT PROGRAM. ``(II) Second priority in awarding grants.--During the 14-day period immediately following the 14-day period described in clause (i), in making awards to service and support companies under this paragraph, the Administrator shall only award grants to those companies with revenue, during the period beginning on April 1, 2020, and ending on December 31, 2020, that is not more than 30 percent of the revenue of the company during the period beginning on April 1, 2019, and ending on December 31, 2019, due to the COVID- 19 pandemic.''. 2) Appropriation.--There is appropriated for an additional amount, out of amounts in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2021, an amount equal to the amount rescinded under paragraph (1), to remain available until December 31, 2021, under the heading ``Small Business Administration--Shuttered Venue Operators'', to make grants to service and support companies under section 324 of the Economic Aid to Hard Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act (title III of division N of Public Law 116-260), as amended by subsection (a). d) Regulations.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator of the Small Business Administration shall issue regulations to carry out this Act and the amendments made by this Act without regard to the notice requirements under section 553(b) of title 5, United States Code. (e) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that the Administrator of the Small Business Administration should-- (1) issue guidance to ensure that entities whose principal business is to provide services and support to the live events industry remain eligible for the program established under section 324 of the Economic Aid to Hard Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act (title III of division N of Public Law 116-260); and (2) distribute funds appropriated for the program described in paragraph (1) not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act.

To make companies that support venues and events eligible for grants under the shuttered venue operators grant program, and for other purposes. ADDING SERVICE AND SUPPORT COMPANIES TO THE SHUTTERED VENUE OPERATORS GRANT PROGRAM. ( ``(II) Second priority in awarding grants.--During the 14-day period immediately following the 14-day period described in clause (i), in making awards to service and support companies under this paragraph, the Administrator shall only award grants to those companies with revenue, during the period beginning on April 1, 2020, and ending on December 31, 2020, that is not more than 30 percent of the revenue of the company during the period beginning on April 1, 2019, and ending on December 31, 2019, due to the COVID- 19 pandemic.''. ( (2) Appropriation.--There is appropriated for an additional amount, out of amounts in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2021, an amount equal to the amount rescinded under paragraph (1), to remain available until December 31, 2021, under the heading ``Small Business Administration--Shuttered Venue Operators'', to make grants to service and support companies under section 324 of the Economic Aid to Hard Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act (title III of division N of Public Law 116-260), as amended by subsection (a). ( d) Regulations.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator of the Small Business Administration shall issue regulations to carry out this Act and the amendments made by this Act without regard to the notice requirements under section 553(b) of title 5, United States Code. (

To make companies that support venues and events eligible for grants under the shuttered venue operators grant program, and for other purposes. ADDING SERVICE AND SUPPORT COMPANIES TO THE SHUTTERED VENUE OPERATORS GRANT PROGRAM. ``(II) Second priority in awarding grants.--During the 14-day period immediately following the 14-day period described in clause (i), in making awards to service and support companies under this paragraph, the Administrator shall only award grants to those companies with revenue, during the period beginning on April 1, 2020, and ending on December 31, 2020, that is not more than 30 percent of the revenue of the company during the period beginning on April 1, 2019, and ending on December 31, 2019, due to the COVID- 19 pandemic.''. 2) Appropriation.--There is appropriated for an additional amount, out of amounts in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2021, an amount equal to the amount rescinded under paragraph (1), to remain available until December 31, 2021, under the heading ``Small Business Administration--Shuttered Venue Operators'', to make grants to service and support companies under section 324 of the Economic Aid to Hard Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act (title III of division N of Public Law 116-260), as amended by subsection (a). d) Regulations.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator of the Small Business Administration shall issue regulations to carry out this Act and the amendments made by this Act without regard to the notice requirements under section 553(b) of title 5, United States Code. (e) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that the Administrator of the Small Business Administration should-- (1) issue guidance to ensure that entities whose principal business is to provide services and support to the live events industry remain eligible for the program established under section 324 of the Economic Aid to Hard Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act (title III of division N of Public Law 116-260); and (2) distribute funds appropriated for the program described in paragraph (1) not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act.

To make companies that support venues and events eligible for grants under the shuttered venue operators grant program, and for other purposes. ADDING SERVICE AND SUPPORT COMPANIES TO THE SHUTTERED VENUE OPERATORS GRANT PROGRAM. ( ``(II) Second priority in awarding grants.--During the 14-day period immediately following the 14-day period described in clause (i), in making awards to service and support companies under this paragraph, the Administrator shall only award grants to those companies with revenue, during the period beginning on April 1, 2020, and ending on December 31, 2020, that is not more than 30 percent of the revenue of the company during the period beginning on April 1, 2019, and ending on December 31, 2019, due to the COVID- 19 pandemic.''. ( (2) Appropriation.--There is appropriated for an additional amount, out of amounts in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2021, an amount equal to the amount rescinded under paragraph (1), to remain available until December 31, 2021, under the heading ``Small Business Administration--Shuttered Venue Operators'', to make grants to service and support companies under section 324 of the Economic Aid to Hard Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act (title III of division N of Public Law 116-260), as amended by subsection (a). ( d) Regulations.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator of the Small Business Administration shall issue regulations to carry out this Act and the amendments made by this Act without regard to the notice requirements under section 553(b) of title 5, United States Code. (

To make companies that support venues and events eligible for grants under the shuttered venue operators grant program, and for other purposes. ADDING SERVICE AND SUPPORT COMPANIES TO THE SHUTTERED VENUE OPERATORS GRANT PROGRAM. ``(II) Second priority in awarding grants.--During the 14-day period immediately following the 14-day period described in clause (i), in making awards to service and support companies under this paragraph, the Administrator shall only award grants to those companies with revenue, during the period beginning on April 1, 2020, and ending on December 31, 2020, that is not more than 30 percent of the revenue of the company during the period beginning on April 1, 2019, and ending on December 31, 2019, due to the COVID- 19 pandemic.''. 2) Appropriation.--There is appropriated for an additional amount, out of amounts in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2021, an amount equal to the amount rescinded under paragraph (1), to remain available until December 31, 2021, under the heading ``Small Business Administration--Shuttered Venue Operators'', to make grants to service and support companies under section 324 of the Economic Aid to Hard Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act (title III of division N of Public Law 116-260), as amended by subsection (a). d) Regulations.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator of the Small Business Administration shall issue regulations to carry out this Act and the amendments made by this Act without regard to the notice requirements under section 553(b) of title 5, United States Code. (e) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that the Administrator of the Small Business Administration should-- (1) issue guidance to ensure that entities whose principal business is to provide services and support to the live events industry remain eligible for the program established under section 324 of the Economic Aid to Hard Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act (title III of division N of Public Law 116-260); and (2) distribute funds appropriated for the program described in paragraph (1) not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act.

S.1617

Commerce

Disaster Assistance for Rural Communities Act This bill authorizes the Small Business Administration (SBA) to declare a disaster in rural areas where significant damage has been incurred for the purpose of providing certain assistance. A rural area is a county or political subdivision designated as such by the Census Bureau. Significant damage means uninsured losses of not less than 40% of the fair replacement value or pre-disaster fair market value of the damaged property (whichever is less). For a rural area where the President has declared a major disaster, the SBA may declare a disaster for the purpose of providing economic injury disaster loans if (1) the state or tribal government wherein the rural area is located requests the declaration; and (2) any home, small business, private nonprofit organization, or small agricultural cooperative has incurred significant damage. The Government Accountability Office must report on (1) any unique challenges to communities in rural areas compared to communities in urbanized areas when seeking economic injury disaster assistance, and (2) any legislative recommendations for improving access to disaster assistance for communities in rural areas.

[117th Congress Public Law 249] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. 2350]] Public Law 117-249 117th Congress An Act To modify the requirements for the Administrator of the Small Business Administration relating to declaring a disaster in a rural area, and for other purposes. <<NOTE: Dec. 20, 2022 - [S. 1617]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Disaster Assistance for Rural Communities Act. 15 USC 631 note.>> SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Disaster Assistance for Rural Communities Act''. SEC. 2. DISASTER DECLARATION IN RURAL AREAS. (a) In General.--Section 7(b) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(b)) is amended by inserting after paragraph (15) the following: ``(16) Disaster declaration in rural areas.-- ``(A) Definitions.--In this paragraph-- ``(i) the term `rural area' means any county or other political subdivision of a State, the District of Columbia, or a territory or possession of the United States that is designated as a rural area by the Bureau of the Census; and ``(ii) the term `significant damage' means, with respect to property, uninsured losses of not less than 40 percent of the estimated fair replacement value or pre-disaster fair market value of the damaged property, whichever is lower. ``(B) Disaster declaration.--For the purpose of making loans under paragraph (1) or (2), the Administrator may declare a disaster in a rural area for which a major disaster was declared by the President under section 401 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170) and for which individual assistance was not authorized under section 408 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 5174) if-- ``(i) the Governor of the State or the Chief Executive of the Indian tribal government in which the rural area is located requests such a declaration; and ``(ii) any home, small business concern, private nonprofit organization, or small agricultural cooperative has incurred significant damage in the rural area. ``(C) <<NOTE: Time period.>> SBA report.--Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this paragraph, and every year thereafter, the Administrator shall submit to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship of the Senate and the Committee on Small Business of the House of [[Page 136 STAT. 2351]] Representatives a report on, with respect to the 1-year period preceding submission of the report-- ``(i) any economic injury that resulted from a major disaster declared by the President under section 401 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170) in a rural area; ``(ii) each request for assistance made by the Governor of a State or the Chief Executive of an Indian tribal government under subparagraph (B)(i) and the response of the Administrator, including the timeline for each response; and ``(iii) any regulatory changes that will impact the ability of communities in rural areas to obtain disaster assistance under this subsection.''. (b) <<NOTE: Deadline. 15 USC 636 note.>> Regulations.--Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator of the Small Business Administration shall issue regulations to carry out the amendment made by subsection (a). (c) GAO Report.-- (1) Definition of rural area.--In this subsection, the term ``rural area'' means any county or other political subdivision of a State, the District of Columbia, or a territory or possession of the United States that is designated as a rural area by the Bureau of the Census. (2) Report.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship of the Senate and the Committee on Small Business of the House of Representatives a report on-- (A) any unique challenges that communities in rural areas face compared to communities in urbanized areas when seeking to obtain disaster assistance under section 7(b) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(b)); and (B) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> legislative recommendations for improving access to disaster assistance for communities in rural areas. Approved December 20, 2022. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--S. 1617: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- SENATE REPORTS: No. 117- 103 (Comm. on Small Business and Entrepreneurship). CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 168 (2022): Sept. 28, considered and passed Senate. Dec. 5, 8, considered and passed House. <all>

Disaster Assistance for Rural Communities Act

A bill to modify the requirements for the Administrator of the Small Business Administration relating to declaring a disaster in a rural area, and for other purposes.

Disaster Assistance for Rural Communities Act Disaster Assistance for Rural Communities Act Disaster Assistance for Rural Communities Act

Sen. Risch, James E.

R

ID

This bill authorizes the Small Business Administration (SBA) to declare a disaster in rural areas where significant damage has been incurred for the purpose of providing certain assistance. A rural area is a county or political subdivision designated as such by the Census Bureau. Significant damage means uninsured losses of not less than 40% of the fair replacement value or pre-disaster fair market value of the damaged property (whichever is less). For a rural area where the President has declared a major disaster, the SBA may declare a disaster for the purpose of providing economic injury disaster loans if (1) the state or tribal government wherein the rural area is located requests the declaration; and (2) any home, small business, private nonprofit organization, or small agricultural cooperative has incurred significant damage. The Government Accountability Office must report on (1) any unique challenges to communities in rural areas compared to communities in urbanized areas when seeking economic injury disaster assistance, and (2) any legislative recommendations for improving access to disaster assistance for communities in rural areas.

[117th Congress Public Law 249] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. 15 USC 631 note.>> SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Disaster Assistance for Rural Communities Act''. SEC. 2. DISASTER DECLARATION IN RURAL AREAS. 636(b)) is amended by inserting after paragraph (15) the following: ``(16) Disaster declaration in rural areas.-- ``(A) Definitions.--In this paragraph-- ``(i) the term `rural area' means any county or other political subdivision of a State, the District of Columbia, or a territory or possession of the United States that is designated as a rural area by the Bureau of the Census; and ``(ii) the term `significant damage' means, with respect to property, uninsured losses of not less than 40 percent of the estimated fair replacement value or pre-disaster fair market value of the damaged property, whichever is lower. 5170) and for which individual assistance was not authorized under section 408 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 5174) if-- ``(i) the Governor of the State or the Chief Executive of the Indian tribal government in which the rural area is located requests such a declaration; and ``(ii) any home, small business concern, private nonprofit organization, or small agricultural cooperative has incurred significant damage in the rural area. 2351]] Representatives a report on, with respect to the 1-year period preceding submission of the report-- ``(i) any economic injury that resulted from a major disaster declared by the President under section 401 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. (b) <<NOTE: Deadline. 15 USC 636 note.>> Regulations.--Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator of the Small Business Administration shall issue regulations to carry out the amendment made by subsection (a). (c) GAO Report.-- (1) Definition of rural area.--In this subsection, the term ``rural area'' means any county or other political subdivision of a State, the District of Columbia, or a territory or possession of the United States that is designated as a rural area by the Bureau of the Census. (2) Report.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship of the Senate and the Committee on Small Business of the House of Representatives a report on-- (A) any unique challenges that communities in rural areas face compared to communities in urbanized areas when seeking to obtain disaster assistance under section 7(b) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. Approved December 20, 2022. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--S. 1617: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- SENATE REPORTS: No. 117- 103 (Comm. on Small Business and Entrepreneurship). CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 168 (2022): Sept. 28, considered and passed Senate. Dec. 5, 8, considered and passed House.

[117th Congress Public Law 249] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. 15 USC 631 note.>> SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Disaster Assistance for Rural Communities Act''. SEC. 2. DISASTER DECLARATION IN RURAL AREAS. 636(b)) is amended by inserting after paragraph (15) the following: ``(16) Disaster declaration in rural areas.-- ``(A) Definitions.--In this paragraph-- ``(i) the term `rural area' means any county or other political subdivision of a State, the District of Columbia, or a territory or possession of the United States that is designated as a rural area by the Bureau of the Census; and ``(ii) the term `significant damage' means, with respect to property, uninsured losses of not less than 40 percent of the estimated fair replacement value or pre-disaster fair market value of the damaged property, whichever is lower. 5174) if-- ``(i) the Governor of the State or the Chief Executive of the Indian tribal government in which the rural area is located requests such a declaration; and ``(ii) any home, small business concern, private nonprofit organization, or small agricultural cooperative has incurred significant damage in the rural area. 2351]] Representatives a report on, with respect to the 1-year period preceding submission of the report-- ``(i) any economic injury that resulted from a major disaster declared by the President under section 401 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. (b) <<NOTE: Deadline. 15 USC 636 note.>> Regulations.--Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator of the Small Business Administration shall issue regulations to carry out the amendment made by subsection (a). (c) GAO Report.-- (1) Definition of rural area.--In this subsection, the term ``rural area'' means any county or other political subdivision of a State, the District of Columbia, or a territory or possession of the United States that is designated as a rural area by the Bureau of the Census. Approved December 20, 2022. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--S. 1617: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- SENATE REPORTS: No. 117- 103 (Comm. on Small Business and Entrepreneurship). CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. Dec. 5, 8, considered and passed House.

[117th Congress Public Law 249] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. 2350]] Public Law 117-249 117th Congress An Act To modify the requirements for the Administrator of the Small Business Administration relating to declaring a disaster in a rural area, and for other purposes. <<NOTE: Dec. 20, 2022 - [S. 1617]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Disaster Assistance for Rural Communities Act. 15 USC 631 note.>> SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Disaster Assistance for Rural Communities Act''. SEC. 2. DISASTER DECLARATION IN RURAL AREAS. (a) In General.--Section 7(b) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(b)) is amended by inserting after paragraph (15) the following: ``(16) Disaster declaration in rural areas.-- ``(A) Definitions.--In this paragraph-- ``(i) the term `rural area' means any county or other political subdivision of a State, the District of Columbia, or a territory or possession of the United States that is designated as a rural area by the Bureau of the Census; and ``(ii) the term `significant damage' means, with respect to property, uninsured losses of not less than 40 percent of the estimated fair replacement value or pre-disaster fair market value of the damaged property, whichever is lower. ``(B) Disaster declaration.--For the purpose of making loans under paragraph (1) or (2), the Administrator may declare a disaster in a rural area for which a major disaster was declared by the President under section 401 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170) and for which individual assistance was not authorized under section 408 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 5174) if-- ``(i) the Governor of the State or the Chief Executive of the Indian tribal government in which the rural area is located requests such a declaration; and ``(ii) any home, small business concern, private nonprofit organization, or small agricultural cooperative has incurred significant damage in the rural area. ``(C) <<NOTE: Time period.>> SBA report.--Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this paragraph, and every year thereafter, the Administrator shall submit to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship of the Senate and the Committee on Small Business of the House of [[Page 136 STAT. 2351]] Representatives a report on, with respect to the 1-year period preceding submission of the report-- ``(i) any economic injury that resulted from a major disaster declared by the President under section 401 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170) in a rural area; ``(ii) each request for assistance made by the Governor of a State or the Chief Executive of an Indian tribal government under subparagraph (B)(i) and the response of the Administrator, including the timeline for each response; and ``(iii) any regulatory changes that will impact the ability of communities in rural areas to obtain disaster assistance under this subsection.''. (b) <<NOTE: Deadline. 15 USC 636 note.>> Regulations.--Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator of the Small Business Administration shall issue regulations to carry out the amendment made by subsection (a). (c) GAO Report.-- (1) Definition of rural area.--In this subsection, the term ``rural area'' means any county or other political subdivision of a State, the District of Columbia, or a territory or possession of the United States that is designated as a rural area by the Bureau of the Census. (2) Report.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship of the Senate and the Committee on Small Business of the House of Representatives a report on-- (A) any unique challenges that communities in rural areas face compared to communities in urbanized areas when seeking to obtain disaster assistance under section 7(b) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(b)); and (B) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> legislative recommendations for improving access to disaster assistance for communities in rural areas. Approved December 20, 2022. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--S. 1617: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- SENATE REPORTS: No. 117- 103 (Comm. on Small Business and Entrepreneurship). CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 168 (2022): Sept. 28, considered and passed Senate. Dec. 5, 8, considered and passed House. <all>

[117th Congress Public Law 249] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. 2350]] Public Law 117-249 117th Congress An Act To modify the requirements for the Administrator of the Small Business Administration relating to declaring a disaster in a rural area, and for other purposes. <<NOTE: Dec. 20, 2022 - [S. 1617]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Disaster Assistance for Rural Communities Act. 15 USC 631 note.>> SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Disaster Assistance for Rural Communities Act''. SEC. 2. DISASTER DECLARATION IN RURAL AREAS. (a) In General.--Section 7(b) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(b)) is amended by inserting after paragraph (15) the following: ``(16) Disaster declaration in rural areas.-- ``(A) Definitions.--In this paragraph-- ``(i) the term `rural area' means any county or other political subdivision of a State, the District of Columbia, or a territory or possession of the United States that is designated as a rural area by the Bureau of the Census; and ``(ii) the term `significant damage' means, with respect to property, uninsured losses of not less than 40 percent of the estimated fair replacement value or pre-disaster fair market value of the damaged property, whichever is lower. ``(B) Disaster declaration.--For the purpose of making loans under paragraph (1) or (2), the Administrator may declare a disaster in a rural area for which a major disaster was declared by the President under section 401 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170) and for which individual assistance was not authorized under section 408 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 5174) if-- ``(i) the Governor of the State or the Chief Executive of the Indian tribal government in which the rural area is located requests such a declaration; and ``(ii) any home, small business concern, private nonprofit organization, or small agricultural cooperative has incurred significant damage in the rural area. ``(C) <<NOTE: Time period.>> SBA report.--Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this paragraph, and every year thereafter, the Administrator shall submit to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship of the Senate and the Committee on Small Business of the House of [[Page 136 STAT. 2351]] Representatives a report on, with respect to the 1-year period preceding submission of the report-- ``(i) any economic injury that resulted from a major disaster declared by the President under section 401 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170) in a rural area; ``(ii) each request for assistance made by the Governor of a State or the Chief Executive of an Indian tribal government under subparagraph (B)(i) and the response of the Administrator, including the timeline for each response; and ``(iii) any regulatory changes that will impact the ability of communities in rural areas to obtain disaster assistance under this subsection.''. (b) <<NOTE: Deadline. 15 USC 636 note.>> Regulations.--Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator of the Small Business Administration shall issue regulations to carry out the amendment made by subsection (a). (c) GAO Report.-- (1) Definition of rural area.--In this subsection, the term ``rural area'' means any county or other political subdivision of a State, the District of Columbia, or a territory or possession of the United States that is designated as a rural area by the Bureau of the Census. (2) Report.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship of the Senate and the Committee on Small Business of the House of Representatives a report on-- (A) any unique challenges that communities in rural areas face compared to communities in urbanized areas when seeking to obtain disaster assistance under section 7(b) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(b)); and (B) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> legislative recommendations for improving access to disaster assistance for communities in rural areas. Approved December 20, 2022. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--S. 1617: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- SENATE REPORTS: No. 117- 103 (Comm. on Small Business and Entrepreneurship). CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 168 (2022): Sept. 28, considered and passed Senate. Dec. 5, 8, considered and passed House. <all>

[117th Congress Public Law 249] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: Dec. 20, 2022 - [S. 1617]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Disaster Assistance for Rural Communities Act. ``(C) <<NOTE: Time period. 2351]] Representatives a report on, with respect to the 1-year period preceding submission of the report-- ``(i) any economic injury that resulted from a major disaster declared by the President under section 401 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170) in a rural area; ``(ii) each request for assistance made by the Governor of a State or the Chief Executive of an Indian tribal government under subparagraph (B)(i) and the response of the Administrator, including the timeline for each response; and ``(iii) any regulatory changes that will impact the ability of communities in rural areas to obtain disaster assistance under this subsection.''. ( 2) Report.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship of the Senate and the Committee on Small Business of the House of Representatives a report on-- (A) any unique challenges that communities in rural areas face compared to communities in urbanized areas when seeking to obtain disaster assistance under section 7(b) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(b)); and (B) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions. 168 (2022): Sept. 28, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 249] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: Dec. 20, 2022 - [S. 1617]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Disaster Assistance for Rural Communities Act. ``(C) <<NOTE: Time period. 2) Report.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship of the Senate and the Committee on Small Business of the House of Representatives a report on-- (A) any unique challenges that communities in rural areas face compared to communities in urbanized areas when seeking to obtain disaster assistance under section 7(b) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(b)); and (B) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions. on Small Business and Entrepreneurship). 168 (2022): Sept. 28, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 249] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: Dec. 20, 2022 - [S. 1617]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Disaster Assistance for Rural Communities Act. ``(C) <<NOTE: Time period. 2) Report.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship of the Senate and the Committee on Small Business of the House of Representatives a report on-- (A) any unique challenges that communities in rural areas face compared to communities in urbanized areas when seeking to obtain disaster assistance under section 7(b) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(b)); and (B) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions. on Small Business and Entrepreneurship). 168 (2022): Sept. 28, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 249] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: Dec. 20, 2022 - [S. 1617]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Disaster Assistance for Rural Communities Act. ``(C) <<NOTE: Time period. 2351]] Representatives a report on, with respect to the 1-year period preceding submission of the report-- ``(i) any economic injury that resulted from a major disaster declared by the President under section 401 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170) in a rural area; ``(ii) each request for assistance made by the Governor of a State or the Chief Executive of an Indian tribal government under subparagraph (B)(i) and the response of the Administrator, including the timeline for each response; and ``(iii) any regulatory changes that will impact the ability of communities in rural areas to obtain disaster assistance under this subsection.''. ( 2) Report.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship of the Senate and the Committee on Small Business of the House of Representatives a report on-- (A) any unique challenges that communities in rural areas face compared to communities in urbanized areas when seeking to obtain disaster assistance under section 7(b) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(b)); and (B) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions. 168 (2022): Sept. 28, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 249] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: Dec. 20, 2022 - [S. 1617]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Disaster Assistance for Rural Communities Act. ``(C) <<NOTE: Time period. 2) Report.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship of the Senate and the Committee on Small Business of the House of Representatives a report on-- (A) any unique challenges that communities in rural areas face compared to communities in urbanized areas when seeking to obtain disaster assistance under section 7(b) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(b)); and (B) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions. on Small Business and Entrepreneurship). 168 (2022): Sept. 28, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 249] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: Dec. 20, 2022 - [S. 1617]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Disaster Assistance for Rural Communities Act. ``(C) <<NOTE: Time period. 2351]] Representatives a report on, with respect to the 1-year period preceding submission of the report-- ``(i) any economic injury that resulted from a major disaster declared by the President under section 401 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170) in a rural area; ``(ii) each request for assistance made by the Governor of a State or the Chief Executive of an Indian tribal government under subparagraph (B)(i) and the response of the Administrator, including the timeline for each response; and ``(iii) any regulatory changes that will impact the ability of communities in rural areas to obtain disaster assistance under this subsection.''. ( 2) Report.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship of the Senate and the Committee on Small Business of the House of Representatives a report on-- (A) any unique challenges that communities in rural areas face compared to communities in urbanized areas when seeking to obtain disaster assistance under section 7(b) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(b)); and (B) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions. 168 (2022): Sept. 28, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 249] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: Dec. 20, 2022 - [S. 1617]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Disaster Assistance for Rural Communities Act. ``(C) <<NOTE: Time period. 2) Report.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship of the Senate and the Committee on Small Business of the House of Representatives a report on-- (A) any unique challenges that communities in rural areas face compared to communities in urbanized areas when seeking to obtain disaster assistance under section 7(b) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(b)); and (B) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions. on Small Business and Entrepreneurship). 168 (2022): Sept. 28, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 249] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: Dec. 20, 2022 - [S. 1617]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Disaster Assistance for Rural Communities Act. ``(C) <<NOTE: Time period. 2351]] Representatives a report on, with respect to the 1-year period preceding submission of the report-- ``(i) any economic injury that resulted from a major disaster declared by the President under section 401 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170) in a rural area; ``(ii) each request for assistance made by the Governor of a State or the Chief Executive of an Indian tribal government under subparagraph (B)(i) and the response of the Administrator, including the timeline for each response; and ``(iii) any regulatory changes that will impact the ability of communities in rural areas to obtain disaster assistance under this subsection.''. ( 2) Report.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship of the Senate and the Committee on Small Business of the House of Representatives a report on-- (A) any unique challenges that communities in rural areas face compared to communities in urbanized areas when seeking to obtain disaster assistance under section 7(b) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(b)); and (B) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions. 168 (2022): Sept. 28, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 249] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: Dec. 20, 2022 - [S. 1617]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Disaster Assistance for Rural Communities Act. ``(C) <<NOTE: Time period. 2) Report.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship of the Senate and the Committee on Small Business of the House of Representatives a report on-- (A) any unique challenges that communities in rural areas face compared to communities in urbanized areas when seeking to obtain disaster assistance under section 7(b) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(b)); and (B) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions. on Small Business and Entrepreneurship). 168 (2022): Sept. 28, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 249] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: Dec. 20, 2022 - [S. 1617]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Disaster Assistance for Rural Communities Act. ``(C) <<NOTE: Time period. 2351]] Representatives a report on, with respect to the 1-year period preceding submission of the report-- ``(i) any economic injury that resulted from a major disaster declared by the President under section 401 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170) in a rural area; ``(ii) each request for assistance made by the Governor of a State or the Chief Executive of an Indian tribal government under subparagraph (B)(i) and the response of the Administrator, including the timeline for each response; and ``(iii) any regulatory changes that will impact the ability of communities in rural areas to obtain disaster assistance under this subsection.''. ( 2) Report.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship of the Senate and the Committee on Small Business of the House of Representatives a report on-- (A) any unique challenges that communities in rural areas face compared to communities in urbanized areas when seeking to obtain disaster assistance under section 7(b) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(b)); and (B) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions. 168 (2022): Sept. 28, considered and passed Senate.

S.2669

Agriculture and Food

Preventing Harmful Exposure to Phthalates Act This bill prohibits the use of any phthalate chemical as a food contact substance. (A food contact substance is any substance intended for use as a component of materials used in manufacturing, packing, packaging, transporting, or holding food if such use is not intended to have a technical effect in such food.) The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) must review FDA-regulated products other than food to determine whether use of such products leads to exposure to phthalate chemicals. This review must be publicly available on the website of the Department of Health and Human Services.

To ban the use of ortho-phthalate chemicals as food contact substances. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Harmful Exposure to Phthalates Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds as follows: (1) Prenatal exposures to phthalates can do lasting harm to child brain development and increase children's risks for learning, attention, and behavior disorders. (2) Pregnant women's exposures to phthalates, which are known to decrease fetal testosterone, can harm reproductive tract development in male babies which may have lifelong consequences. (3) Phthalates that are used in food production materials have been shown to leach into food from plastic equipment, such as tubing used in commercial dairy operations, lid gaskets, food preparation gloves, conveyor belts, and food packaging materials. (4) Exposure to phthalates can come from multiple sources simultaneously, including food and food contact substances and other products. Therefore, assessing risks from individual phthalates may underestimate the health risks from exposure to mixtures of phthalates. (5) Research shows that women have higher exposure to phthalates found in personal care products than men. (6) Studies have shown that Black and Latina women have higher exposure to certain phthalates compared with White women. (7) In a nationally representative sample, Black women had higher exposures to a real-world mixture of hormonally-active phthalates compared to White women. SEC. 3. PROHIBITION ON USE OF ORTHO-PHTHALATE CHEMICALS AS FOOD CONTACT SUBSTANCES, INCLUDING FOOD PACKAGING MATERIALS. (a) In General.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, effective on the date that is 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act-- (1) the use of any ortho-phthalate chemical as a food contact substance shall be deemed to be unsafe for the purposes of the application of clause (2)(C) of section 402(a) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 342(a)); (2) any regulation previously issued under section 409 of such Act (21 U.S.C. 348) prescribing the conditions under which any ortho-phthalate chemical may be safely used as a food contact substance shall have no force or effect; and (3) the Secretary of Health and Human Services (referred to in this Act as the ``Secretary'') shall object to any notification of an intended use of an ortho-phthalate chemical as a food contact substance submitted under section 409(h)(1) of such Act, and may not issue regulations prescribing any conditions under which any ortho-phthalate chemical may be safely used as a food contact substance. (b) Alternative Substances.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, beginning on the date that is 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, in acting in response to any petition under section 409 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 348) to establish safety with respect to a food contact substance that the Secretary determines to be an alternative to an ortho-phthalate chemical, in addition to the criteria under subsection (c) of such section 409, the Secretary shall consider potential adverse effects of exposure to the substance on vulnerable populations, including pregnant women, infants, children, the elderly, and populations with high exposure, including workers who are exposed through production practices or handling of final products. SEC. 4. FDA REVIEW OF PRODUCTS. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall-- (1) conduct a review of products other than food that is subject to regulation by the Food and Drug Administration to determine whether such products lead to exposure of the general public to any ortho-phthalate chemical through use of such products; and (2) not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, issue a report on the findings of such review, to be made available to the public on the website of the Department of Health and Human Services. (b) Considerations.--In conducting the review under subsection (a), the Secretary shall consider disproportionate exposure of products containing an ortho-phthalate chemical to members of communities of color and the health effects of such exposure to members of such communities, including any increased risk of preterm birth, low birth weight, or other risks to children's health. <all>

Preventing Harmful Exposure to Phthalates Act

A bill to ban the use of ortho-phthalate chemicals as food contact substances.

Preventing Harmful Exposure to Phthalates Act

Sen. Feinstein, Dianne

D

CA

This bill prohibits the use of any phthalate chemical as a food contact substance. (A food contact substance is any substance intended for use as a component of materials used in manufacturing, packing, packaging, transporting, or holding food if such use is not intended to have a technical effect in such food.) The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) must review FDA-regulated products other than food to determine whether use of such products leads to exposure to phthalate chemicals. This review must be publicly available on the website of the Department of Health and Human Services.

To ban the use of ortho-phthalate chemicals as food contact substances. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Harmful Exposure to Phthalates Act''. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds as follows: (1) Prenatal exposures to phthalates can do lasting harm to child brain development and increase children's risks for learning, attention, and behavior disorders. (2) Pregnant women's exposures to phthalates, which are known to decrease fetal testosterone, can harm reproductive tract development in male babies which may have lifelong consequences. (3) Phthalates that are used in food production materials have been shown to leach into food from plastic equipment, such as tubing used in commercial dairy operations, lid gaskets, food preparation gloves, conveyor belts, and food packaging materials. (5) Research shows that women have higher exposure to phthalates found in personal care products than men. (6) Studies have shown that Black and Latina women have higher exposure to certain phthalates compared with White women. (7) In a nationally representative sample, Black women had higher exposures to a real-world mixture of hormonally-active phthalates compared to White women. 3. 342(a)); (2) any regulation previously issued under section 409 of such Act (21 U.S.C. (b) Alternative Substances.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, beginning on the date that is 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, in acting in response to any petition under section 409 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 348) to establish safety with respect to a food contact substance that the Secretary determines to be an alternative to an ortho-phthalate chemical, in addition to the criteria under subsection (c) of such section 409, the Secretary shall consider potential adverse effects of exposure to the substance on vulnerable populations, including pregnant women, infants, children, the elderly, and populations with high exposure, including workers who are exposed through production practices or handling of final products. SEC. 4. FDA REVIEW OF PRODUCTS. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall-- (1) conduct a review of products other than food that is subject to regulation by the Food and Drug Administration to determine whether such products lead to exposure of the general public to any ortho-phthalate chemical through use of such products; and (2) not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, issue a report on the findings of such review, to be made available to the public on the website of the Department of Health and Human Services. (b) Considerations.--In conducting the review under subsection (a), the Secretary shall consider disproportionate exposure of products containing an ortho-phthalate chemical to members of communities of color and the health effects of such exposure to members of such communities, including any increased risk of preterm birth, low birth weight, or other risks to children's health.

To ban the use of ortho-phthalate chemicals as food contact substances. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Harmful Exposure to Phthalates Act''. 2. FINDINGS. (2) Pregnant women's exposures to phthalates, which are known to decrease fetal testosterone, can harm reproductive tract development in male babies which may have lifelong consequences. (3) Phthalates that are used in food production materials have been shown to leach into food from plastic equipment, such as tubing used in commercial dairy operations, lid gaskets, food preparation gloves, conveyor belts, and food packaging materials. (5) Research shows that women have higher exposure to phthalates found in personal care products than men. (6) Studies have shown that Black and Latina women have higher exposure to certain phthalates compared with White women. 3. 342(a)); (2) any regulation previously issued under section 409 of such Act (21 U.S.C. (b) Alternative Substances.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, beginning on the date that is 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, in acting in response to any petition under section 409 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. SEC. 4. FDA REVIEW OF PRODUCTS. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall-- (1) conduct a review of products other than food that is subject to regulation by the Food and Drug Administration to determine whether such products lead to exposure of the general public to any ortho-phthalate chemical through use of such products; and (2) not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, issue a report on the findings of such review, to be made available to the public on the website of the Department of Health and Human Services. (b) Considerations.--In conducting the review under subsection (a), the Secretary shall consider disproportionate exposure of products containing an ortho-phthalate chemical to members of communities of color and the health effects of such exposure to members of such communities, including any increased risk of preterm birth, low birth weight, or other risks to children's health.

To ban the use of ortho-phthalate chemicals as food contact substances. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Harmful Exposure to Phthalates Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds as follows: (1) Prenatal exposures to phthalates can do lasting harm to child brain development and increase children's risks for learning, attention, and behavior disorders. (2) Pregnant women's exposures to phthalates, which are known to decrease fetal testosterone, can harm reproductive tract development in male babies which may have lifelong consequences. (3) Phthalates that are used in food production materials have been shown to leach into food from plastic equipment, such as tubing used in commercial dairy operations, lid gaskets, food preparation gloves, conveyor belts, and food packaging materials. (4) Exposure to phthalates can come from multiple sources simultaneously, including food and food contact substances and other products. Therefore, assessing risks from individual phthalates may underestimate the health risks from exposure to mixtures of phthalates. (5) Research shows that women have higher exposure to phthalates found in personal care products than men. (6) Studies have shown that Black and Latina women have higher exposure to certain phthalates compared with White women. (7) In a nationally representative sample, Black women had higher exposures to a real-world mixture of hormonally-active phthalates compared to White women. SEC. 3. PROHIBITION ON USE OF ORTHO-PHTHALATE CHEMICALS AS FOOD CONTACT SUBSTANCES, INCLUDING FOOD PACKAGING MATERIALS. (a) In General.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, effective on the date that is 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act-- (1) the use of any ortho-phthalate chemical as a food contact substance shall be deemed to be unsafe for the purposes of the application of clause (2)(C) of section 402(a) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 342(a)); (2) any regulation previously issued under section 409 of such Act (21 U.S.C. 348) prescribing the conditions under which any ortho-phthalate chemical may be safely used as a food contact substance shall have no force or effect; and (3) the Secretary of Health and Human Services (referred to in this Act as the ``Secretary'') shall object to any notification of an intended use of an ortho-phthalate chemical as a food contact substance submitted under section 409(h)(1) of such Act, and may not issue regulations prescribing any conditions under which any ortho-phthalate chemical may be safely used as a food contact substance. (b) Alternative Substances.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, beginning on the date that is 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, in acting in response to any petition under section 409 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 348) to establish safety with respect to a food contact substance that the Secretary determines to be an alternative to an ortho-phthalate chemical, in addition to the criteria under subsection (c) of such section 409, the Secretary shall consider potential adverse effects of exposure to the substance on vulnerable populations, including pregnant women, infants, children, the elderly, and populations with high exposure, including workers who are exposed through production practices or handling of final products. SEC. 4. FDA REVIEW OF PRODUCTS. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall-- (1) conduct a review of products other than food that is subject to regulation by the Food and Drug Administration to determine whether such products lead to exposure of the general public to any ortho-phthalate chemical through use of such products; and (2) not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, issue a report on the findings of such review, to be made available to the public on the website of the Department of Health and Human Services. (b) Considerations.--In conducting the review under subsection (a), the Secretary shall consider disproportionate exposure of products containing an ortho-phthalate chemical to members of communities of color and the health effects of such exposure to members of such communities, including any increased risk of preterm birth, low birth weight, or other risks to children's health. <all>

To ban the use of ortho-phthalate chemicals as food contact substances. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Harmful Exposure to Phthalates Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds as follows: (1) Prenatal exposures to phthalates can do lasting harm to child brain development and increase children's risks for learning, attention, and behavior disorders. (2) Pregnant women's exposures to phthalates, which are known to decrease fetal testosterone, can harm reproductive tract development in male babies which may have lifelong consequences. (3) Phthalates that are used in food production materials have been shown to leach into food from plastic equipment, such as tubing used in commercial dairy operations, lid gaskets, food preparation gloves, conveyor belts, and food packaging materials. (4) Exposure to phthalates can come from multiple sources simultaneously, including food and food contact substances and other products. Therefore, assessing risks from individual phthalates may underestimate the health risks from exposure to mixtures of phthalates. (5) Research shows that women have higher exposure to phthalates found in personal care products than men. (6) Studies have shown that Black and Latina women have higher exposure to certain phthalates compared with White women. (7) In a nationally representative sample, Black women had higher exposures to a real-world mixture of hormonally-active phthalates compared to White women. SEC. 3. PROHIBITION ON USE OF ORTHO-PHTHALATE CHEMICALS AS FOOD CONTACT SUBSTANCES, INCLUDING FOOD PACKAGING MATERIALS. (a) In General.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, effective on the date that is 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act-- (1) the use of any ortho-phthalate chemical as a food contact substance shall be deemed to be unsafe for the purposes of the application of clause (2)(C) of section 402(a) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 342(a)); (2) any regulation previously issued under section 409 of such Act (21 U.S.C. 348) prescribing the conditions under which any ortho-phthalate chemical may be safely used as a food contact substance shall have no force or effect; and (3) the Secretary of Health and Human Services (referred to in this Act as the ``Secretary'') shall object to any notification of an intended use of an ortho-phthalate chemical as a food contact substance submitted under section 409(h)(1) of such Act, and may not issue regulations prescribing any conditions under which any ortho-phthalate chemical may be safely used as a food contact substance. (b) Alternative Substances.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, beginning on the date that is 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, in acting in response to any petition under section 409 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 348) to establish safety with respect to a food contact substance that the Secretary determines to be an alternative to an ortho-phthalate chemical, in addition to the criteria under subsection (c) of such section 409, the Secretary shall consider potential adverse effects of exposure to the substance on vulnerable populations, including pregnant women, infants, children, the elderly, and populations with high exposure, including workers who are exposed through production practices or handling of final products. SEC. 4. FDA REVIEW OF PRODUCTS. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall-- (1) conduct a review of products other than food that is subject to regulation by the Food and Drug Administration to determine whether such products lead to exposure of the general public to any ortho-phthalate chemical through use of such products; and (2) not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, issue a report on the findings of such review, to be made available to the public on the website of the Department of Health and Human Services. (b) Considerations.--In conducting the review under subsection (a), the Secretary shall consider disproportionate exposure of products containing an ortho-phthalate chemical to members of communities of color and the health effects of such exposure to members of such communities, including any increased risk of preterm birth, low birth weight, or other risks to children's health. <all>

To ban the use of ortho-phthalate chemicals as food contact substances. 2) Pregnant women's exposures to phthalates, which are known to decrease fetal testosterone, can harm reproductive tract development in male babies which may have lifelong consequences. ( 6) Studies have shown that Black and Latina women have higher exposure to certain phthalates compared with White women. ( PROHIBITION ON USE OF ORTHO-PHTHALATE CHEMICALS AS FOOD CONTACT SUBSTANCES, INCLUDING FOOD PACKAGING MATERIALS. ( b) Alternative Substances.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, beginning on the date that is 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, in acting in response to any petition under section 409 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 348) to establish safety with respect to a food contact substance that the Secretary determines to be an alternative to an ortho-phthalate chemical, in addition to the criteria under subsection (c) of such section 409, the Secretary shall consider potential adverse effects of exposure to the substance on vulnerable populations, including pregnant women, infants, children, the elderly, and populations with high exposure, including workers who are exposed through production practices or handling of final products. a) In General.--The Secretary shall-- (1) conduct a review of products other than food that is subject to regulation by the Food and Drug Administration to determine whether such products lead to exposure of the general public to any ortho-phthalate chemical through use of such products; and (2) not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, issue a report on the findings of such review, to be made available to the public on the website of the Department of Health and Human Services. (

To ban the use of ortho-phthalate chemicals as food contact substances. 2) Pregnant women's exposures to phthalates, which are known to decrease fetal testosterone, can harm reproductive tract development in male babies which may have lifelong consequences. ( 6) Studies have shown that Black and Latina women have higher exposure to certain phthalates compared with White women. ( 348) prescribing the conditions under which any ortho-phthalate chemical may be safely used as a food contact substance shall have no force or effect; and (3) the Secretary of Health and Human Services (referred to in this Act as the ``Secretary'') shall object to any notification of an intended use of an ortho-phthalate chemical as a food contact substance submitted under section 409(h)(1) of such Act, and may not issue regulations prescribing any conditions under which any ortho-phthalate chemical may be safely used as a food contact substance. ( a) In General.--The Secretary shall-- (1) conduct a review of products other than food that is subject to regulation by the Food and Drug Administration to determine whether such products lead to exposure of the general public to any ortho-phthalate chemical through use of such products; and (2) not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, issue a report on the findings of such review, to be made available to the public on the website of the Department of Health and Human Services. (

To ban the use of ortho-phthalate chemicals as food contact substances. 2) Pregnant women's exposures to phthalates, which are known to decrease fetal testosterone, can harm reproductive tract development in male babies which may have lifelong consequences. ( 6) Studies have shown that Black and Latina women have higher exposure to certain phthalates compared with White women. ( 348) prescribing the conditions under which any ortho-phthalate chemical may be safely used as a food contact substance shall have no force or effect; and (3) the Secretary of Health and Human Services (referred to in this Act as the ``Secretary'') shall object to any notification of an intended use of an ortho-phthalate chemical as a food contact substance submitted under section 409(h)(1) of such Act, and may not issue regulations prescribing any conditions under which any ortho-phthalate chemical may be safely used as a food contact substance. ( a) In General.--The Secretary shall-- (1) conduct a review of products other than food that is subject to regulation by the Food and Drug Administration to determine whether such products lead to exposure of the general public to any ortho-phthalate chemical through use of such products; and (2) not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, issue a report on the findings of such review, to be made available to the public on the website of the Department of Health and Human Services. (

To ban the use of ortho-phthalate chemicals as food contact substances. 2) Pregnant women's exposures to phthalates, which are known to decrease fetal testosterone, can harm reproductive tract development in male babies which may have lifelong consequences. ( 6) Studies have shown that Black and Latina women have higher exposure to certain phthalates compared with White women. ( PROHIBITION ON USE OF ORTHO-PHTHALATE CHEMICALS AS FOOD CONTACT SUBSTANCES, INCLUDING FOOD PACKAGING MATERIALS. ( b) Alternative Substances.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, beginning on the date that is 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, in acting in response to any petition under section 409 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 348) to establish safety with respect to a food contact substance that the Secretary determines to be an alternative to an ortho-phthalate chemical, in addition to the criteria under subsection (c) of such section 409, the Secretary shall consider potential adverse effects of exposure to the substance on vulnerable populations, including pregnant women, infants, children, the elderly, and populations with high exposure, including workers who are exposed through production practices or handling of final products. a) In General.--The Secretary shall-- (1) conduct a review of products other than food that is subject to regulation by the Food and Drug Administration to determine whether such products lead to exposure of the general public to any ortho-phthalate chemical through use of such products; and (2) not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, issue a report on the findings of such review, to be made available to the public on the website of the Department of Health and Human Services. (

To ban the use of ortho-phthalate chemicals as food contact substances. 2) Pregnant women's exposures to phthalates, which are known to decrease fetal testosterone, can harm reproductive tract development in male babies which may have lifelong consequences. ( 6) Studies have shown that Black and Latina women have higher exposure to certain phthalates compared with White women. ( 348) prescribing the conditions under which any ortho-phthalate chemical may be safely used as a food contact substance shall have no force or effect; and (3) the Secretary of Health and Human Services (referred to in this Act as the ``Secretary'') shall object to any notification of an intended use of an ortho-phthalate chemical as a food contact substance submitted under section 409(h)(1) of such Act, and may not issue regulations prescribing any conditions under which any ortho-phthalate chemical may be safely used as a food contact substance. ( a) In General.--The Secretary shall-- (1) conduct a review of products other than food that is subject to regulation by the Food and Drug Administration to determine whether such products lead to exposure of the general public to any ortho-phthalate chemical through use of such products; and (2) not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, issue a report on the findings of such review, to be made available to the public on the website of the Department of Health and Human Services. (

To ban the use of ortho-phthalate chemicals as food contact substances. 2) Pregnant women's exposures to phthalates, which are known to decrease fetal testosterone, can harm reproductive tract development in male babies which may have lifelong consequences. ( 6) Studies have shown that Black and Latina women have higher exposure to certain phthalates compared with White women. ( PROHIBITION ON USE OF ORTHO-PHTHALATE CHEMICALS AS FOOD CONTACT SUBSTANCES, INCLUDING FOOD PACKAGING MATERIALS. ( b) Alternative Substances.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, beginning on the date that is 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, in acting in response to any petition under section 409 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 348) to establish safety with respect to a food contact substance that the Secretary determines to be an alternative to an ortho-phthalate chemical, in addition to the criteria under subsection (c) of such section 409, the Secretary shall consider potential adverse effects of exposure to the substance on vulnerable populations, including pregnant women, infants, children, the elderly, and populations with high exposure, including workers who are exposed through production practices or handling of final products. a) In General.--The Secretary shall-- (1) conduct a review of products other than food that is subject to regulation by the Food and Drug Administration to determine whether such products lead to exposure of the general public to any ortho-phthalate chemical through use of such products; and (2) not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, issue a report on the findings of such review, to be made available to the public on the website of the Department of Health and Human Services. (

To ban the use of ortho-phthalate chemicals as food contact substances. 2) Pregnant women's exposures to phthalates, which are known to decrease fetal testosterone, can harm reproductive tract development in male babies which may have lifelong consequences. ( 6) Studies have shown that Black and Latina women have higher exposure to certain phthalates compared with White women. ( 348) prescribing the conditions under which any ortho-phthalate chemical may be safely used as a food contact substance shall have no force or effect; and (3) the Secretary of Health and Human Services (referred to in this Act as the ``Secretary'') shall object to any notification of an intended use of an ortho-phthalate chemical as a food contact substance submitted under section 409(h)(1) of such Act, and may not issue regulations prescribing any conditions under which any ortho-phthalate chemical may be safely used as a food contact substance. ( a) In General.--The Secretary shall-- (1) conduct a review of products other than food that is subject to regulation by the Food and Drug Administration to determine whether such products lead to exposure of the general public to any ortho-phthalate chemical through use of such products; and (2) not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, issue a report on the findings of such review, to be made available to the public on the website of the Department of Health and Human Services. (

To ban the use of ortho-phthalate chemicals as food contact substances. 2) Pregnant women's exposures to phthalates, which are known to decrease fetal testosterone, can harm reproductive tract development in male babies which may have lifelong consequences. ( 6) Studies have shown that Black and Latina women have higher exposure to certain phthalates compared with White women. ( PROHIBITION ON USE OF ORTHO-PHTHALATE CHEMICALS AS FOOD CONTACT SUBSTANCES, INCLUDING FOOD PACKAGING MATERIALS. ( b) Alternative Substances.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, beginning on the date that is 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, in acting in response to any petition under section 409 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 348) to establish safety with respect to a food contact substance that the Secretary determines to be an alternative to an ortho-phthalate chemical, in addition to the criteria under subsection (c) of such section 409, the Secretary shall consider potential adverse effects of exposure to the substance on vulnerable populations, including pregnant women, infants, children, the elderly, and populations with high exposure, including workers who are exposed through production practices or handling of final products. a) In General.--The Secretary shall-- (1) conduct a review of products other than food that is subject to regulation by the Food and Drug Administration to determine whether such products lead to exposure of the general public to any ortho-phthalate chemical through use of such products; and (2) not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, issue a report on the findings of such review, to be made available to the public on the website of the Department of Health and Human Services. (

To ban the use of ortho-phthalate chemicals as food contact substances. 2) Pregnant women's exposures to phthalates, which are known to decrease fetal testosterone, can harm reproductive tract development in male babies which may have lifelong consequences. ( 6) Studies have shown that Black and Latina women have higher exposure to certain phthalates compared with White women. ( 348) prescribing the conditions under which any ortho-phthalate chemical may be safely used as a food contact substance shall have no force or effect; and (3) the Secretary of Health and Human Services (referred to in this Act as the ``Secretary'') shall object to any notification of an intended use of an ortho-phthalate chemical as a food contact substance submitted under section 409(h)(1) of such Act, and may not issue regulations prescribing any conditions under which any ortho-phthalate chemical may be safely used as a food contact substance. ( a) In General.--The Secretary shall-- (1) conduct a review of products other than food that is subject to regulation by the Food and Drug Administration to determine whether such products lead to exposure of the general public to any ortho-phthalate chemical through use of such products; and (2) not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, issue a report on the findings of such review, to be made available to the public on the website of the Department of Health and Human Services. (

To ban the use of ortho-phthalate chemicals as food contact substances. 2) Pregnant women's exposures to phthalates, which are known to decrease fetal testosterone, can harm reproductive tract development in male babies which may have lifelong consequences. ( 6) Studies have shown that Black and Latina women have higher exposure to certain phthalates compared with White women. ( PROHIBITION ON USE OF ORTHO-PHTHALATE CHEMICALS AS FOOD CONTACT SUBSTANCES, INCLUDING FOOD PACKAGING MATERIALS. ( b) Alternative Substances.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, beginning on the date that is 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, in acting in response to any petition under section 409 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 348) to establish safety with respect to a food contact substance that the Secretary determines to be an alternative to an ortho-phthalate chemical, in addition to the criteria under subsection (c) of such section 409, the Secretary shall consider potential adverse effects of exposure to the substance on vulnerable populations, including pregnant women, infants, children, the elderly, and populations with high exposure, including workers who are exposed through production practices or handling of final products. a) In General.--The Secretary shall-- (1) conduct a review of products other than food that is subject to regulation by the Food and Drug Administration to determine whether such products lead to exposure of the general public to any ortho-phthalate chemical through use of such products; and (2) not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, issue a report on the findings of such review, to be made available to the public on the website of the Department of Health and Human Services. (

S.1985

Transportation and Public Works

Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Act or the ROUTES Act This bill provides statutory authority for a Department of Transportation (DOT) initiative by establishing the Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success (ROUTES) Office within DOT. The purpose of the office is to (1) improve analysis of projects from rural and tribal areas, and underserved communities in such areas that are applying for DOT discretionary grants, including ensuring that project costs, local resources, and the larger benefits to the American people and economy are appropriately considered; and (2) provide rural, tribal, and underserved communities in these areas with technical assistance for meeting transportation infrastructure investment needs in a financially sustainable manner. To carry out the mission of the office, DOT must establish the ROUTES Council.

To establish a Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success 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. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Act'' or the ``ROUTES Act''. SEC. 2. RURAL OPPORTUNITIES TO USE TRANSPORTATION FOR ECONOMIC SUCCESS INITIATIVE. (a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) ROUTES council.--The term ``ROUTES Council'' means the Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Council established by subsection (c)(1). (2) ROUTES office.--The term ``ROUTES Office'' means the Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Office established by subsection (b)(1). (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Transportation. (b) ROUTES Office.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall establish within the Department of Transportation the Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Office-- (A) to improve analysis of projects from rural areas, Tribal areas, and underserved communities in rural or Tribal areas applying for Department of Transportation discretionary grants, including ensuring that project costs, local resources, and the larger benefits to the people and the economy of the United States are appropriately considered; and (B) to provide rural communities, Tribal communities, and underserved communities in rural or Tribal areas with technical assistance for meeting the transportation infrastructure investment needs of the United States in a financially sustainable manner. (2) Objectives.--The ROUTES Office shall-- (A) collect input from knowledgeable entities and the public on-- (i) the benefits of rural and Tribal transportation projects; (ii) the technical and financial assistance required for constructing and operating rural and Tribal transportation infrastructure and services; (iii) barriers and opportunities to funding rural and Tribal transportation projects; and (iv) unique transportation barriers and challenges facing underserved communities in rural and Tribal areas and ways to address those challenges; (B) evaluate data on rural and Tribal transportation challenges and determining methods to align the discretionary funding and financing opportunities of the Department of Transportation with the needs of those communities for meeting national transportation goals; and (C) educate rural communities and Tribal communities about applicable Department of Transportation discretionary grants, develop effective methods to evaluate projects in those communities in discretionary grant programs, and communicate those methods through program guidance. (c) ROUTES Council.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall establish a Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Council-- (A) to organize, guide, and lead the ROUTES Office; and (B) to coordinate rural-related and Tribal-related funding programs and assistance among the modal administrations. (2) Membership.-- (A) In general.--The ROUTES Council shall be composed of the following officers of the Department of Transportation, or their designees: (i) The Under Secretary of Transportation for Policy. (ii) The General Counsel. (iii) The Chief Financial Officer and Assistant Secretary for Budget and Programs. (iv) The Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology. (v) The Administrators of-- (I) the Federal Aviation Administration; (II) the Federal Highway Administration; (III) the Federal Railroad Administration; and (IV) the Federal Transit Administration. (vi) The Executive Director of the National Surface Transportation and Innovative Finance Bureau established under section 116 of title 49, United States Code. (vii) The Assistant Secretary of Government Affairs. (viii) Such other individuals as the Secretary may designate. (B) Chair.--The Under Secretary of Transportation for Policy shall be the Chair of the ROUTES Council. (C) Additional members.--The Secretary or the Chair of the ROUTES Council may designate additional members to serve on the ROUTES Council. (3) Additional modal input.--To address issues related to safety and transport of rural and Tribal commodities, the ROUTES Council shall consult with the Administrators (or their designees) of-- (A) the Maritime Administration; (B) the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation; and (C) the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. (4) Duties.--Members of the ROUTES Council shall-- (A) participate in all meetings and relevant ROUTES Council activities and be prepared to share information relevant to rural and Tribal transportation infrastructure projects and issues; (B) provide guidance and leadership on rural and Tribal transportation infrastructure issues and represent the work of the ROUTES Council and Department of Transportation on those issues to external stakeholders; and (C) recommend initiatives to the Chair of the ROUTES Council to consider, establish, and staff any resulting activities or working groups. (5) Meetings.--The ROUTES Council shall meet bimonthly. (6) Work products and deliverables.--The ROUTES Council may develop work products or deliverables to meet the goals of the ROUTES Council, including-- (A) an annual report to Congress describing ROUTES Council activities for the past year and expected activities for the coming year; (B) any recommendations to enhance the effectiveness of Department of Transportation discretionary grant programs regarding rural and Tribal infrastructure issues; and (C) other guides and reports for relevant groups and the public. <all>

ROUTES Act

A bill to establish a Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Initiative, and for other purposes.

ROUTES Act Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Act

Sen. Fischer, Deb

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This bill provides statutory authority for a Department of Transportation (DOT) initiative by establishing the Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success (ROUTES) Office within DOT. The purpose of the office is to (1) improve analysis of projects from rural and tribal areas, and underserved communities in such areas that are applying for DOT discretionary grants, including ensuring that project costs, local resources, and the larger benefits to the American people and economy are appropriately considered; and (2) provide rural, tribal, and underserved communities in these areas with technical assistance for meeting transportation infrastructure investment needs in a financially sustainable manner. To carry out the mission of the office, DOT must establish the ROUTES Council.

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Act'' or the ``ROUTES Act''. SEC. 2. RURAL OPPORTUNITIES TO USE TRANSPORTATION FOR ECONOMIC SUCCESS INITIATIVE. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Transportation. (b) ROUTES Office.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall establish within the Department of Transportation the Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Office-- (A) to improve analysis of projects from rural areas, Tribal areas, and underserved communities in rural or Tribal areas applying for Department of Transportation discretionary grants, including ensuring that project costs, local resources, and the larger benefits to the people and the economy of the United States are appropriately considered; and (B) to provide rural communities, Tribal communities, and underserved communities in rural or Tribal areas with technical assistance for meeting the transportation infrastructure investment needs of the United States in a financially sustainable manner. (iii) The Chief Financial Officer and Assistant Secretary for Budget and Programs. (v) The Administrators of-- (I) the Federal Aviation Administration; (II) the Federal Highway Administration; (III) the Federal Railroad Administration; and (IV) the Federal Transit Administration. (vi) The Executive Director of the National Surface Transportation and Innovative Finance Bureau established under section 116 of title 49, United States Code. (vii) The Assistant Secretary of Government Affairs. (B) Chair.--The Under Secretary of Transportation for Policy shall be the Chair of the ROUTES Council. (C) Additional members.--The Secretary or the Chair of the ROUTES Council may designate additional members to serve on the ROUTES Council. (3) Additional modal input.--To address issues related to safety and transport of rural and Tribal commodities, the ROUTES Council shall consult with the Administrators (or their designees) of-- (A) the Maritime Administration; (B) the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation; and (C) the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. (6) Work products and deliverables.--The ROUTES Council may develop work products or deliverables to meet the goals of the ROUTES Council, including-- (A) an annual report to Congress describing ROUTES Council activities for the past year and expected activities for the coming year; (B) any recommendations to enhance the effectiveness of Department of Transportation discretionary grant programs regarding rural and Tribal infrastructure issues; and (C) other guides and reports for relevant groups and the public.

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Act'' or the ``ROUTES Act''. SEC. 2. RURAL OPPORTUNITIES TO USE TRANSPORTATION FOR ECONOMIC SUCCESS INITIATIVE. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Transportation. (b) ROUTES Office.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall establish within the Department of Transportation the Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Office-- (A) to improve analysis of projects from rural areas, Tribal areas, and underserved communities in rural or Tribal areas applying for Department of Transportation discretionary grants, including ensuring that project costs, local resources, and the larger benefits to the people and the economy of the United States are appropriately considered; and (B) to provide rural communities, Tribal communities, and underserved communities in rural or Tribal areas with technical assistance for meeting the transportation infrastructure investment needs of the United States in a financially sustainable manner. (iii) The Chief Financial Officer and Assistant Secretary for Budget and Programs. (v) The Administrators of-- (I) the Federal Aviation Administration; (II) the Federal Highway Administration; (III) the Federal Railroad Administration; and (IV) the Federal Transit Administration. (vi) The Executive Director of the National Surface Transportation and Innovative Finance Bureau established under section 116 of title 49, United States Code. (B) Chair.--The Under Secretary of Transportation for Policy shall be the Chair of the ROUTES Council. (C) Additional members.--The Secretary or the Chair of the ROUTES Council may designate additional members to serve on the ROUTES Council. (6) Work products and deliverables.--The ROUTES Council may develop work products or deliverables to meet the goals of the ROUTES Council, including-- (A) an annual report to Congress describing ROUTES Council activities for the past year and expected activities for the coming year; (B) any recommendations to enhance the effectiveness of Department of Transportation discretionary grant programs regarding rural and Tribal infrastructure issues; and (C) other guides and reports for relevant groups and the public.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Act'' or the ``ROUTES Act''. SEC. 2. RURAL OPPORTUNITIES TO USE TRANSPORTATION FOR ECONOMIC SUCCESS INITIATIVE. (a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) ROUTES council.--The term ``ROUTES Council'' means the Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Council established by subsection (c)(1). (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Transportation. (b) ROUTES Office.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall establish within the Department of Transportation the Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Office-- (A) to improve analysis of projects from rural areas, Tribal areas, and underserved communities in rural or Tribal areas applying for Department of Transportation discretionary grants, including ensuring that project costs, local resources, and the larger benefits to the people and the economy of the United States are appropriately considered; and (B) to provide rural communities, Tribal communities, and underserved communities in rural or Tribal areas with technical assistance for meeting the transportation infrastructure investment needs of the United States in a financially sustainable manner. (2) Objectives.--The ROUTES Office shall-- (A) collect input from knowledgeable entities and the public on-- (i) the benefits of rural and Tribal transportation projects; (ii) the technical and financial assistance required for constructing and operating rural and Tribal transportation infrastructure and services; (iii) barriers and opportunities to funding rural and Tribal transportation projects; and (iv) unique transportation barriers and challenges facing underserved communities in rural and Tribal areas and ways to address those challenges; (B) evaluate data on rural and Tribal transportation challenges and determining methods to align the discretionary funding and financing opportunities of the Department of Transportation with the needs of those communities for meeting national transportation goals; and (C) educate rural communities and Tribal communities about applicable Department of Transportation discretionary grants, develop effective methods to evaluate projects in those communities in discretionary grant programs, and communicate those methods through program guidance. (2) Membership.-- (A) In general.--The ROUTES Council shall be composed of the following officers of the Department of Transportation, or their designees: (i) The Under Secretary of Transportation for Policy. (ii) The General Counsel. (iii) The Chief Financial Officer and Assistant Secretary for Budget and Programs. (iv) The Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology. (v) The Administrators of-- (I) the Federal Aviation Administration; (II) the Federal Highway Administration; (III) the Federal Railroad Administration; and (IV) the Federal Transit Administration. (vi) The Executive Director of the National Surface Transportation and Innovative Finance Bureau established under section 116 of title 49, United States Code. (vii) The Assistant Secretary of Government Affairs. (viii) Such other individuals as the Secretary may designate. (B) Chair.--The Under Secretary of Transportation for Policy shall be the Chair of the ROUTES Council. (C) Additional members.--The Secretary or the Chair of the ROUTES Council may designate additional members to serve on the ROUTES Council. (3) Additional modal input.--To address issues related to safety and transport of rural and Tribal commodities, the ROUTES Council shall consult with the Administrators (or their designees) of-- (A) the Maritime Administration; (B) the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation; and (C) the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. (4) Duties.--Members of the ROUTES Council shall-- (A) participate in all meetings and relevant ROUTES Council activities and be prepared to share information relevant to rural and Tribal transportation infrastructure projects and issues; (B) provide guidance and leadership on rural and Tribal transportation infrastructure issues and represent the work of the ROUTES Council and Department of Transportation on those issues to external stakeholders; and (C) recommend initiatives to the Chair of the ROUTES Council to consider, establish, and staff any resulting activities or working groups. (5) Meetings.--The ROUTES Council shall meet bimonthly. (6) Work products and deliverables.--The ROUTES Council may develop work products or deliverables to meet the goals of the ROUTES Council, including-- (A) an annual report to Congress describing ROUTES Council activities for the past year and expected activities for the coming year; (B) any recommendations to enhance the effectiveness of Department of Transportation discretionary grant programs regarding rural and Tribal infrastructure issues; and (C) other guides and reports for relevant groups and the public.

To establish a Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success 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. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Act'' or the ``ROUTES Act''. SEC. 2. RURAL OPPORTUNITIES TO USE TRANSPORTATION FOR ECONOMIC SUCCESS INITIATIVE. (a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) ROUTES council.--The term ``ROUTES Council'' means the Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Council established by subsection (c)(1). (2) ROUTES office.--The term ``ROUTES Office'' means the Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Office established by subsection (b)(1). (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Transportation. (b) ROUTES Office.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall establish within the Department of Transportation the Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Office-- (A) to improve analysis of projects from rural areas, Tribal areas, and underserved communities in rural or Tribal areas applying for Department of Transportation discretionary grants, including ensuring that project costs, local resources, and the larger benefits to the people and the economy of the United States are appropriately considered; and (B) to provide rural communities, Tribal communities, and underserved communities in rural or Tribal areas with technical assistance for meeting the transportation infrastructure investment needs of the United States in a financially sustainable manner. (2) Objectives.--The ROUTES Office shall-- (A) collect input from knowledgeable entities and the public on-- (i) the benefits of rural and Tribal transportation projects; (ii) the technical and financial assistance required for constructing and operating rural and Tribal transportation infrastructure and services; (iii) barriers and opportunities to funding rural and Tribal transportation projects; and (iv) unique transportation barriers and challenges facing underserved communities in rural and Tribal areas and ways to address those challenges; (B) evaluate data on rural and Tribal transportation challenges and determining methods to align the discretionary funding and financing opportunities of the Department of Transportation with the needs of those communities for meeting national transportation goals; and (C) educate rural communities and Tribal communities about applicable Department of Transportation discretionary grants, develop effective methods to evaluate projects in those communities in discretionary grant programs, and communicate those methods through program guidance. (c) ROUTES Council.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall establish a Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Council-- (A) to organize, guide, and lead the ROUTES Office; and (B) to coordinate rural-related and Tribal-related funding programs and assistance among the modal administrations. (2) Membership.-- (A) In general.--The ROUTES Council shall be composed of the following officers of the Department of Transportation, or their designees: (i) The Under Secretary of Transportation for Policy. (ii) The General Counsel. (iii) The Chief Financial Officer and Assistant Secretary for Budget and Programs. (iv) The Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology. (v) The Administrators of-- (I) the Federal Aviation Administration; (II) the Federal Highway Administration; (III) the Federal Railroad Administration; and (IV) the Federal Transit Administration. (vi) The Executive Director of the National Surface Transportation and Innovative Finance Bureau established under section 116 of title 49, United States Code. (vii) The Assistant Secretary of Government Affairs. (viii) Such other individuals as the Secretary may designate. (B) Chair.--The Under Secretary of Transportation for Policy shall be the Chair of the ROUTES Council. (C) Additional members.--The Secretary or the Chair of the ROUTES Council may designate additional members to serve on the ROUTES Council. (3) Additional modal input.--To address issues related to safety and transport of rural and Tribal commodities, the ROUTES Council shall consult with the Administrators (or their designees) of-- (A) the Maritime Administration; (B) the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation; and (C) the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. (4) Duties.--Members of the ROUTES Council shall-- (A) participate in all meetings and relevant ROUTES Council activities and be prepared to share information relevant to rural and Tribal transportation infrastructure projects and issues; (B) provide guidance and leadership on rural and Tribal transportation infrastructure issues and represent the work of the ROUTES Council and Department of Transportation on those issues to external stakeholders; and (C) recommend initiatives to the Chair of the ROUTES Council to consider, establish, and staff any resulting activities or working groups. (5) Meetings.--The ROUTES Council shall meet bimonthly. (6) Work products and deliverables.--The ROUTES Council may develop work products or deliverables to meet the goals of the ROUTES Council, including-- (A) an annual report to Congress describing ROUTES Council activities for the past year and expected activities for the coming year; (B) any recommendations to enhance the effectiveness of Department of Transportation discretionary grant programs regarding rural and Tribal infrastructure issues; and (C) other guides and reports for relevant groups and the public. <all>

To establish a Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Initiative, and for other purposes. 2) ROUTES office.--The term ``ROUTES Office'' means the Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Office established by subsection (b)(1). ( c) ROUTES Council.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall establish a Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Council-- (A) to organize, guide, and lead the ROUTES Office; and (B) to coordinate rural-related and Tribal-related funding programs and assistance among the modal administrations. ( iii) The Chief Financial Officer and Assistant Secretary for Budget and Programs. ( (v) The Administrators of-- (I) the Federal Aviation Administration; (II) the Federal Highway Administration; (III) the Federal Railroad Administration; and (IV) the Federal Transit Administration. ( B) Chair.--The Under Secretary of Transportation for Policy shall be the Chair of the ROUTES Council. ( (6) Work products and deliverables.--The ROUTES Council may develop work products or deliverables to meet the goals of the ROUTES Council, including-- (A) an annual report to Congress describing ROUTES Council activities for the past year and expected activities for the coming year; (B) any recommendations to enhance the effectiveness of Department of Transportation discretionary grant programs regarding rural and Tribal infrastructure issues; and (C) other guides and reports for relevant groups and the public.

To establish a Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Initiative, and for other purposes. 2) ROUTES office.--The term ``ROUTES Office'' means the Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Office established by subsection (b)(1). ( c) ROUTES Council.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall establish a Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Council-- (A) to organize, guide, and lead the ROUTES Office; and (B) to coordinate rural-related and Tribal-related funding programs and assistance among the modal administrations. ( iv) The Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology. ( B) Chair.--The Under Secretary of Transportation for Policy shall be the Chair of the ROUTES Council. ( (3) Additional modal input.--To address issues related to safety and transport of rural and Tribal commodities, the ROUTES Council shall consult with the Administrators (or their designees) of-- (A) the Maritime Administration; (B) the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation; and (C) the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. ( 6) Work products and deliverables.--The ROUTES Council may develop work products or deliverables to meet the goals of the ROUTES Council, including-- (A) an annual report to Congress describing ROUTES Council activities for the past year and expected activities for the coming year; (B) any recommendations to enhance the effectiveness of Department of Transportation discretionary grant programs regarding rural and Tribal infrastructure issues; and (C) other guides and reports for relevant groups and the public.

To establish a Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Initiative, and for other purposes. 2) ROUTES office.--The term ``ROUTES Office'' means the Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Office established by subsection (b)(1). ( c) ROUTES Council.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall establish a Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Council-- (A) to organize, guide, and lead the ROUTES Office; and (B) to coordinate rural-related and Tribal-related funding programs and assistance among the modal administrations. ( iv) The Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology. ( B) Chair.--The Under Secretary of Transportation for Policy shall be the Chair of the ROUTES Council. ( (3) Additional modal input.--To address issues related to safety and transport of rural and Tribal commodities, the ROUTES Council shall consult with the Administrators (or their designees) of-- (A) the Maritime Administration; (B) the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation; and (C) the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. ( 6) Work products and deliverables.--The ROUTES Council may develop work products or deliverables to meet the goals of the ROUTES Council, including-- (A) an annual report to Congress describing ROUTES Council activities for the past year and expected activities for the coming year; (B) any recommendations to enhance the effectiveness of Department of Transportation discretionary grant programs regarding rural and Tribal infrastructure issues; and (C) other guides and reports for relevant groups and the public.

To establish a Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Initiative, and for other purposes. 2) ROUTES office.--The term ``ROUTES Office'' means the Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Office established by subsection (b)(1). ( c) ROUTES Council.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall establish a Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Council-- (A) to organize, guide, and lead the ROUTES Office; and (B) to coordinate rural-related and Tribal-related funding programs and assistance among the modal administrations. ( iii) The Chief Financial Officer and Assistant Secretary for Budget and Programs. ( (v) The Administrators of-- (I) the Federal Aviation Administration; (II) the Federal Highway Administration; (III) the Federal Railroad Administration; and (IV) the Federal Transit Administration. ( B) Chair.--The Under Secretary of Transportation for Policy shall be the Chair of the ROUTES Council. ( (6) Work products and deliverables.--The ROUTES Council may develop work products or deliverables to meet the goals of the ROUTES Council, including-- (A) an annual report to Congress describing ROUTES Council activities for the past year and expected activities for the coming year; (B) any recommendations to enhance the effectiveness of Department of Transportation discretionary grant programs regarding rural and Tribal infrastructure issues; and (C) other guides and reports for relevant groups and the public.

To establish a Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Initiative, and for other purposes. 2) ROUTES office.--The term ``ROUTES Office'' means the Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Office established by subsection (b)(1). ( c) ROUTES Council.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall establish a Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Council-- (A) to organize, guide, and lead the ROUTES Office; and (B) to coordinate rural-related and Tribal-related funding programs and assistance among the modal administrations. ( iv) The Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology. ( B) Chair.--The Under Secretary of Transportation for Policy shall be the Chair of the ROUTES Council. ( (3) Additional modal input.--To address issues related to safety and transport of rural and Tribal commodities, the ROUTES Council shall consult with the Administrators (or their designees) of-- (A) the Maritime Administration; (B) the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation; and (C) the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. ( 6) Work products and deliverables.--The ROUTES Council may develop work products or deliverables to meet the goals of the ROUTES Council, including-- (A) an annual report to Congress describing ROUTES Council activities for the past year and expected activities for the coming year; (B) any recommendations to enhance the effectiveness of Department of Transportation discretionary grant programs regarding rural and Tribal infrastructure issues; and (C) other guides and reports for relevant groups and the public.

To establish a Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Initiative, and for other purposes. 2) ROUTES office.--The term ``ROUTES Office'' means the Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Office established by subsection (b)(1). ( c) ROUTES Council.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall establish a Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Council-- (A) to organize, guide, and lead the ROUTES Office; and (B) to coordinate rural-related and Tribal-related funding programs and assistance among the modal administrations. ( iii) The Chief Financial Officer and Assistant Secretary for Budget and Programs. ( (v) The Administrators of-- (I) the Federal Aviation Administration; (II) the Federal Highway Administration; (III) the Federal Railroad Administration; and (IV) the Federal Transit Administration. ( B) Chair.--The Under Secretary of Transportation for Policy shall be the Chair of the ROUTES Council. ( (6) Work products and deliverables.--The ROUTES Council may develop work products or deliverables to meet the goals of the ROUTES Council, including-- (A) an annual report to Congress describing ROUTES Council activities for the past year and expected activities for the coming year; (B) any recommendations to enhance the effectiveness of Department of Transportation discretionary grant programs regarding rural and Tribal infrastructure issues; and (C) other guides and reports for relevant groups and the public.

To establish a Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Initiative, and for other purposes. 2) ROUTES office.--The term ``ROUTES Office'' means the Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Office established by subsection (b)(1). ( c) ROUTES Council.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall establish a Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Council-- (A) to organize, guide, and lead the ROUTES Office; and (B) to coordinate rural-related and Tribal-related funding programs and assistance among the modal administrations. ( iv) The Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology. ( B) Chair.--The Under Secretary of Transportation for Policy shall be the Chair of the ROUTES Council. ( (3) Additional modal input.--To address issues related to safety and transport of rural and Tribal commodities, the ROUTES Council shall consult with the Administrators (or their designees) of-- (A) the Maritime Administration; (B) the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation; and (C) the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. ( 6) Work products and deliverables.--The ROUTES Council may develop work products or deliverables to meet the goals of the ROUTES Council, including-- (A) an annual report to Congress describing ROUTES Council activities for the past year and expected activities for the coming year; (B) any recommendations to enhance the effectiveness of Department of Transportation discretionary grant programs regarding rural and Tribal infrastructure issues; and (C) other guides and reports for relevant groups and the public.

To establish a Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Initiative, and for other purposes. 2) ROUTES office.--The term ``ROUTES Office'' means the Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Office established by subsection (b)(1). ( c) ROUTES Council.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall establish a Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Council-- (A) to organize, guide, and lead the ROUTES Office; and (B) to coordinate rural-related and Tribal-related funding programs and assistance among the modal administrations. ( iii) The Chief Financial Officer and Assistant Secretary for Budget and Programs. ( (v) The Administrators of-- (I) the Federal Aviation Administration; (II) the Federal Highway Administration; (III) the Federal Railroad Administration; and (IV) the Federal Transit Administration. ( B) Chair.--The Under Secretary of Transportation for Policy shall be the Chair of the ROUTES Council. ( (6) Work products and deliverables.--The ROUTES Council may develop work products or deliverables to meet the goals of the ROUTES Council, including-- (A) an annual report to Congress describing ROUTES Council activities for the past year and expected activities for the coming year; (B) any recommendations to enhance the effectiveness of Department of Transportation discretionary grant programs regarding rural and Tribal infrastructure issues; and (C) other guides and reports for relevant groups and the public.

To establish a Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Initiative, and for other purposes. 2) ROUTES office.--The term ``ROUTES Office'' means the Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Office established by subsection (b)(1). ( c) ROUTES Council.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall establish a Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Council-- (A) to organize, guide, and lead the ROUTES Office; and (B) to coordinate rural-related and Tribal-related funding programs and assistance among the modal administrations. ( iv) The Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology. ( B) Chair.--The Under Secretary of Transportation for Policy shall be the Chair of the ROUTES Council. ( (3) Additional modal input.--To address issues related to safety and transport of rural and Tribal commodities, the ROUTES Council shall consult with the Administrators (or their designees) of-- (A) the Maritime Administration; (B) the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation; and (C) the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. ( 6) Work products and deliverables.--The ROUTES Council may develop work products or deliverables to meet the goals of the ROUTES Council, including-- (A) an annual report to Congress describing ROUTES Council activities for the past year and expected activities for the coming year; (B) any recommendations to enhance the effectiveness of Department of Transportation discretionary grant programs regarding rural and Tribal infrastructure issues; and (C) other guides and reports for relevant groups and the public.

To establish a Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Initiative, and for other purposes. 2) ROUTES office.--The term ``ROUTES Office'' means the Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Office established by subsection (b)(1). ( c) ROUTES Council.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall establish a Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Council-- (A) to organize, guide, and lead the ROUTES Office; and (B) to coordinate rural-related and Tribal-related funding programs and assistance among the modal administrations. ( iii) The Chief Financial Officer and Assistant Secretary for Budget and Programs. ( (v) The Administrators of-- (I) the Federal Aviation Administration; (II) the Federal Highway Administration; (III) the Federal Railroad Administration; and (IV) the Federal Transit Administration. ( B) Chair.--The Under Secretary of Transportation for Policy shall be the Chair of the ROUTES Council. ( (6) Work products and deliverables.--The ROUTES Council may develop work products or deliverables to meet the goals of the ROUTES Council, including-- (A) an annual report to Congress describing ROUTES Council activities for the past year and expected activities for the coming year; (B) any recommendations to enhance the effectiveness of Department of Transportation discretionary grant programs regarding rural and Tribal infrastructure issues; and (C) other guides and reports for relevant groups and the public.

H.R.6888

Health

Helping Experts Accelerate Rare Treatments Act of 2022 This bill requires studies on processes for approving drugs that treat rare diseases and conditions. The Government Accountability Office (GAO) must contract with an appropriate entity to study the European Union's process for evaluating the safety and efficacy of such drugs, including any flexibilities or mechanisms that are specific to rare diseases or conditions. The GAO must also conduct a study about the Food and Drug Administration's mechanisms for ensuring that patient and physician perspectives are considered when evaluating and approving drugs for rare diseases or conditions. The GAO must report to Congress the results of these studies.

To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to improve the treatment of rare diseases and conditions, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Helping Experts Accelerate Rare Treatments Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. IMPROVING THE TREATMENT OF RARE DISEASES AND CONDITIONS. (a) Annual Report on Orphan Drug Program.--Subchapter B of chapter V of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 360aa et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``SEC. 529B. ANNUAL REPORT ON ORPHAN DRUG PROGRAM. ``(a) In General.--Not later than the end of each of the 4 years following the date of enactment of the Helping Experts Accelerate Rare Treatments Act of 2022, the Secretary shall submit to the Congress a report summarizing the activities of the Food and Drug Administration related to designating drugs under section 526 for a rare disease or condition and approving such drugs under section 505 of this Act or licensing such drugs under section 351 of the Public Health Service Act, including-- ``(1) the number of applications for such drugs under section 505 of this Act and section 351 of the Public Health Service Act received by the Food and Drug Administration, the number of such applications accepted and rejected for filing, and the number of such applications pending, approved, and disapproved by the Food and Drug Administration, arrayed by the review division assigned to the application; and ``(2) assess the extent to which the Food and Drug Administration is consulting with external experts pursuant to section 569(a)(2) on topics pertaining to drugs for a rare disease or condition, including how and when any such consultation is occurring. ``(b) Public Availability.--The Secretary shall make each report under subsection (a) available to the public, including by posting the report on the website of the Food and Drug Administration. ``(c) Definition.--In this section, the term `rare disease or condition' means a disease or condition affecting fewer than 200,000 persons in the United States.''. (b) Study on European Union Safety and Efficacy Reviews of Drugs for Rare Diseases and Conditions.-- (1) In general.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall enter into a contract with an appropriate entity to conduct a study on the European Union process for evaluating the safety and efficacy of drugs for rare diseases or conditions, including-- (A) any flexibilities, authorities, or mechanisms available in the European Union specific to rare diseases or conditions; and (B) consideration and use of supplemental data submitted during the review process, including data associated with open label extension studies and expanded access programs specific to rare diseases or conditions. (2) Consultation.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for consultation with relevant stakeholders, including-- (A) rare disease or condition patients; and (B) patient groups that-- (i) represent rare disease or condition patients; and (ii) have international patient outreach. (3) Report.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for-- (A) not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act-- (i) the completion of the study under paragraph (1); and (ii) the submission of a report on the results of such study to the Congress; and (B) the inclusion in the report under subparagraph (A)(ii) of recommendations for changes to the processes and authorities of the Food and Drug Administration to facilitate development of, and access to, treatments for rare diseases or conditions. (4) Public availability.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for the appropriate entity referred to in paragraph (1) to make the report under paragraph (3) available to the public, including by posting the report on the website of the appropriate entity. (c) Public Meeting.-- (1) In general.--Not later than December 31, 2023, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, shall convene one or more public meetings to solicit input from stakeholders regarding the approaches described in paragraph (2). (2) Approaches.--The public meeting or meetings under paragraph (1) shall address approaches to increasing and improving engagement with rare disease or condition patients, groups representing such patients, rare disease or condition experts, and experts on small population studies, in order to improve the understanding with respect to rare diseases or conditions of-- (A) patient burden; (B) treatment options; and (C) side effects of treatments, including-- (i) comparing the side effects of treatments; and (ii) understanding the risks of side effects relative to the health status of the patient and the progression of the disease or condition. (3) Public docket.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall establish a public docket to receive written comments related to the approaches addressed during each public meeting under paragraph (1). Such public docket shall remain open for 60 days following the date of each such public meeting. (4) Reports.--Not later than 180 days after each public meeting under paragraph (1), the Commissioner of Food and Drugs shall develop and publish on the website of the Food and Drug Administration a report on-- (A) the approaches discussed at the public meeting; and (B) any related recommendations. (d) Consultation on the Science of Small Population Studies.-- Section 569(a)(2) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 360bbb-8(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(C) Small population studies.--The external experts on the list maintained pursuant to subparagraph (A) may include experts on the science of small population studies.''. (e) Study on Sufficiency and Use of FDA Mechanisms for Incorporating the Patient and Clinician Perspective in FDA Processes Related to Applications Concerning Drugs for Rare Diseases or Conditions.-- (1) In general.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall conduct a study on the use of Food and Drug Administration mechanisms and tools to ensure that patient and physician perspectives are considered and incorporated throughout the processes of the Food and Drug Administration-- (A) for approving or licensing under section 505 of the Federal Food, Drug, or Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355) or section 351 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 262) a drug designated as a drug for a rare disease or condition under section 526 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 360bb); and (B) in making any determination related to such a drug's approval, including assessment of the drug's-- (i) safety or effectiveness; or (ii) postapproval safety monitoring. (2) Topics.--The study under paragraph (1) shall-- (A) identify and compare the processes that the Food and Drug Administration has formally put in place and utilized to gather external expertise (including patients, patient groups, and physicians) on specific applications for diseases or conditions affecting 20,000 or fewer patients in the United States and specific applications for diseases or conditions affecting 200,000 or fewer patients in the United States; (B) examine tools or mechanisms to improve efforts and initiatives of the Food and Drug Administration to collect and consider such external expertise with respect to applications for diseases or conditions affecting 20,000 or fewer patients in the United States compared to applications for diseases or conditions affecting 200,000 or fewer patients in the United States throughout the application review and approval or licensure processes, including within internal benefit-risk assessments, advisory committee processes, and postapproval safety monitoring; and (C) examine processes or alternatives to address or resolve conflicts of interest that impede the Food and Drug Administration in gaining external expert input on rare diseases or conditions with a limited set of clinical and research experts. (3) Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall-- (A) complete the study under paragraph (1); (B) submit a report on the results of such study to the Congress; and (C) include in such report recommendations, if appropriate, for changes to the processes and authorities of the Food and Drug Administration to improve the collection and consideration of external expert opinions of patients, patient groups, and physicians with expertise in rare diseases or conditions, including any specific recommendations for diseases or conditions affecting 20,000 or fewer patients in the United States. (f) Definition.--In this section, the term ``rare disease or condition'' means a disease or condition affecting fewer than 200,000 persons in the United States. <all>

Helping Experts Accelerate Rare Treatments Act of 2022

To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to improve the treatment of rare diseases and conditions, and for other purposes.

Helping Experts Accelerate Rare Treatments Act of 2022

Rep. Tonko, Paul

D

NY

This bill requires studies on processes for approving drugs that treat rare diseases and conditions. The Government Accountability Office (GAO) must contract with an appropriate entity to study the European Union's process for evaluating the safety and efficacy of such drugs, including any flexibilities or mechanisms that are specific to rare diseases or conditions. The GAO must also conduct a study about the Food and Drug Administration's mechanisms for ensuring that patient and physician perspectives are considered when evaluating and approving drugs for rare diseases or conditions. The GAO must report to Congress the results of these studies.

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. IMPROVING THE TREATMENT OF RARE DISEASES AND CONDITIONS. 360aa et seq.) 529B. ANNUAL REPORT ON ORPHAN DRUG PROGRAM. (b) Study on European Union Safety and Efficacy Reviews of Drugs for Rare Diseases and Conditions.-- (1) In general.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall enter into a contract with an appropriate entity to conduct a study on the European Union process for evaluating the safety and efficacy of drugs for rare diseases or conditions, including-- (A) any flexibilities, authorities, or mechanisms available in the European Union specific to rare diseases or conditions; and (B) consideration and use of supplemental data submitted during the review process, including data associated with open label extension studies and expanded access programs specific to rare diseases or conditions. (2) Consultation.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for consultation with relevant stakeholders, including-- (A) rare disease or condition patients; and (B) patient groups that-- (i) represent rare disease or condition patients; and (ii) have international patient outreach. (4) Public availability.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for the appropriate entity referred to in paragraph (1) to make the report under paragraph (3) available to the public, including by posting the report on the website of the appropriate entity. (c) Public Meeting.-- (1) In general.--Not later than December 31, 2023, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, shall convene one or more public meetings to solicit input from stakeholders regarding the approaches described in paragraph (2). Such public docket shall remain open for 60 days following the date of each such public meeting. 360bbb-8(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(C) Small population studies.--The external experts on the list maintained pursuant to subparagraph (A) may include experts on the science of small population studies.''. (e) Study on Sufficiency and Use of FDA Mechanisms for Incorporating the Patient and Clinician Perspective in FDA Processes Related to Applications Concerning Drugs for Rare Diseases or Conditions.-- (1) In general.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall conduct a study on the use of Food and Drug Administration mechanisms and tools to ensure that patient and physician perspectives are considered and incorporated throughout the processes of the Food and Drug Administration-- (A) for approving or licensing under section 505 of the Federal Food, Drug, or Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355) or section 351 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 360bb); and (B) in making any determination related to such a drug's approval, including assessment of the drug's-- (i) safety or effectiveness; or (ii) postapproval safety monitoring. (f) Definition.--In this section, the term ``rare disease or condition'' means a disease or condition affecting fewer than 200,000 persons in the United States.

SHORT TITLE. SEC. 2. IMPROVING THE TREATMENT OF RARE DISEASES AND CONDITIONS. 360aa et seq.) 529B. ANNUAL REPORT ON ORPHAN DRUG PROGRAM. (2) Consultation.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for consultation with relevant stakeholders, including-- (A) rare disease or condition patients; and (B) patient groups that-- (i) represent rare disease or condition patients; and (ii) have international patient outreach. (4) Public availability.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for the appropriate entity referred to in paragraph (1) to make the report under paragraph (3) available to the public, including by posting the report on the website of the appropriate entity. (c) Public Meeting.-- (1) In general.--Not later than December 31, 2023, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, shall convene one or more public meetings to solicit input from stakeholders regarding the approaches described in paragraph (2). Such public docket shall remain open for 60 days following the date of each such public meeting. 360bbb-8(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(C) Small population studies.--The external experts on the list maintained pursuant to subparagraph (A) may include experts on the science of small population studies.''. (e) Study on Sufficiency and Use of FDA Mechanisms for Incorporating the Patient and Clinician Perspective in FDA Processes Related to Applications Concerning Drugs for Rare Diseases or Conditions.-- (1) In general.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall conduct a study on the use of Food and Drug Administration mechanisms and tools to ensure that patient and physician perspectives are considered and incorporated throughout the processes of the Food and Drug Administration-- (A) for approving or licensing under section 505 of the Federal Food, Drug, or Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355) or section 351 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 360bb); and (B) in making any determination related to such a drug's approval, including assessment of the drug's-- (i) safety or effectiveness; or (ii) postapproval safety monitoring. (f) Definition.--In this section, the term ``rare disease or condition'' means a disease or condition affecting fewer than 200,000 persons in the United States.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Helping Experts Accelerate Rare Treatments Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. IMPROVING THE TREATMENT OF RARE DISEASES AND CONDITIONS. 360aa et seq.) 529B. ANNUAL REPORT ON ORPHAN DRUG PROGRAM. (b) Study on European Union Safety and Efficacy Reviews of Drugs for Rare Diseases and Conditions.-- (1) In general.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall enter into a contract with an appropriate entity to conduct a study on the European Union process for evaluating the safety and efficacy of drugs for rare diseases or conditions, including-- (A) any flexibilities, authorities, or mechanisms available in the European Union specific to rare diseases or conditions; and (B) consideration and use of supplemental data submitted during the review process, including data associated with open label extension studies and expanded access programs specific to rare diseases or conditions. (2) Consultation.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for consultation with relevant stakeholders, including-- (A) rare disease or condition patients; and (B) patient groups that-- (i) represent rare disease or condition patients; and (ii) have international patient outreach. (4) Public availability.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for the appropriate entity referred to in paragraph (1) to make the report under paragraph (3) available to the public, including by posting the report on the website of the appropriate entity. (c) Public Meeting.-- (1) In general.--Not later than December 31, 2023, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, shall convene one or more public meetings to solicit input from stakeholders regarding the approaches described in paragraph (2). (2) Approaches.--The public meeting or meetings under paragraph (1) shall address approaches to increasing and improving engagement with rare disease or condition patients, groups representing such patients, rare disease or condition experts, and experts on small population studies, in order to improve the understanding with respect to rare diseases or conditions of-- (A) patient burden; (B) treatment options; and (C) side effects of treatments, including-- (i) comparing the side effects of treatments; and (ii) understanding the risks of side effects relative to the health status of the patient and the progression of the disease or condition. Such public docket shall remain open for 60 days following the date of each such public meeting. 360bbb-8(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(C) Small population studies.--The external experts on the list maintained pursuant to subparagraph (A) may include experts on the science of small population studies.''. (e) Study on Sufficiency and Use of FDA Mechanisms for Incorporating the Patient and Clinician Perspective in FDA Processes Related to Applications Concerning Drugs for Rare Diseases or Conditions.-- (1) In general.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall conduct a study on the use of Food and Drug Administration mechanisms and tools to ensure that patient and physician perspectives are considered and incorporated throughout the processes of the Food and Drug Administration-- (A) for approving or licensing under section 505 of the Federal Food, Drug, or Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355) or section 351 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 360bb); and (B) in making any determination related to such a drug's approval, including assessment of the drug's-- (i) safety or effectiveness; or (ii) postapproval safety monitoring. (3) Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall-- (A) complete the study under paragraph (1); (B) submit a report on the results of such study to the Congress; and (C) include in such report recommendations, if appropriate, for changes to the processes and authorities of the Food and Drug Administration to improve the collection and consideration of external expert opinions of patients, patient groups, and physicians with expertise in rare diseases or conditions, including any specific recommendations for diseases or conditions affecting 20,000 or fewer patients in the United States. (f) Definition.--In this section, the term ``rare disease or condition'' means a disease or condition affecting fewer than 200,000 persons in the United States.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Helping Experts Accelerate Rare Treatments Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. IMPROVING THE TREATMENT OF RARE DISEASES AND CONDITIONS. 360aa et seq.) 529B. ANNUAL REPORT ON ORPHAN DRUG PROGRAM. ``(a) In General.--Not later than the end of each of the 4 years following the date of enactment of the Helping Experts Accelerate Rare Treatments Act of 2022, the Secretary shall submit to the Congress a report summarizing the activities of the Food and Drug Administration related to designating drugs under section 526 for a rare disease or condition and approving such drugs under section 505 of this Act or licensing such drugs under section 351 of the Public Health Service Act, including-- ``(1) the number of applications for such drugs under section 505 of this Act and section 351 of the Public Health Service Act received by the Food and Drug Administration, the number of such applications accepted and rejected for filing, and the number of such applications pending, approved, and disapproved by the Food and Drug Administration, arrayed by the review division assigned to the application; and ``(2) assess the extent to which the Food and Drug Administration is consulting with external experts pursuant to section 569(a)(2) on topics pertaining to drugs for a rare disease or condition, including how and when any such consultation is occurring. (b) Study on European Union Safety and Efficacy Reviews of Drugs for Rare Diseases and Conditions.-- (1) In general.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall enter into a contract with an appropriate entity to conduct a study on the European Union process for evaluating the safety and efficacy of drugs for rare diseases or conditions, including-- (A) any flexibilities, authorities, or mechanisms available in the European Union specific to rare diseases or conditions; and (B) consideration and use of supplemental data submitted during the review process, including data associated with open label extension studies and expanded access programs specific to rare diseases or conditions. (2) Consultation.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for consultation with relevant stakeholders, including-- (A) rare disease or condition patients; and (B) patient groups that-- (i) represent rare disease or condition patients; and (ii) have international patient outreach. (4) Public availability.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for the appropriate entity referred to in paragraph (1) to make the report under paragraph (3) available to the public, including by posting the report on the website of the appropriate entity. (c) Public Meeting.-- (1) In general.--Not later than December 31, 2023, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, shall convene one or more public meetings to solicit input from stakeholders regarding the approaches described in paragraph (2). (2) Approaches.--The public meeting or meetings under paragraph (1) shall address approaches to increasing and improving engagement with rare disease or condition patients, groups representing such patients, rare disease or condition experts, and experts on small population studies, in order to improve the understanding with respect to rare diseases or conditions of-- (A) patient burden; (B) treatment options; and (C) side effects of treatments, including-- (i) comparing the side effects of treatments; and (ii) understanding the risks of side effects relative to the health status of the patient and the progression of the disease or condition. Such public docket shall remain open for 60 days following the date of each such public meeting. 360bbb-8(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(C) Small population studies.--The external experts on the list maintained pursuant to subparagraph (A) may include experts on the science of small population studies.''. (e) Study on Sufficiency and Use of FDA Mechanisms for Incorporating the Patient and Clinician Perspective in FDA Processes Related to Applications Concerning Drugs for Rare Diseases or Conditions.-- (1) In general.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall conduct a study on the use of Food and Drug Administration mechanisms and tools to ensure that patient and physician perspectives are considered and incorporated throughout the processes of the Food and Drug Administration-- (A) for approving or licensing under section 505 of the Federal Food, Drug, or Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355) or section 351 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 360bb); and (B) in making any determination related to such a drug's approval, including assessment of the drug's-- (i) safety or effectiveness; or (ii) postapproval safety monitoring. (3) Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall-- (A) complete the study under paragraph (1); (B) submit a report on the results of such study to the Congress; and (C) include in such report recommendations, if appropriate, for changes to the processes and authorities of the Food and Drug Administration to improve the collection and consideration of external expert opinions of patients, patient groups, and physicians with expertise in rare diseases or conditions, including any specific recommendations for diseases or conditions affecting 20,000 or fewer patients in the United States. (f) Definition.--In this section, the term ``rare disease or condition'' means a disease or condition affecting fewer than 200,000 persons in the United States.

To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to improve the treatment of rare diseases and conditions, and for other purposes. a) Annual Report on Orphan Drug Program.--Subchapter B of chapter V of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 360aa et seq.) ``(b) Public Availability.--The Secretary shall make each report under subsection (a) available to the public, including by posting the report on the website of the Food and Drug Administration. ``(c) Definition.--In this section, the term `rare disease or condition' means a disease or condition affecting fewer than 200,000 persons in the United States.''. 2) Consultation.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for consultation with relevant stakeholders, including-- (A) rare disease or condition patients; and (B) patient groups that-- (i) represent rare disease or condition patients; and (ii) have international patient outreach. ( 3) Report.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for-- (A) not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act-- (i) the completion of the study under paragraph (1); and (ii) the submission of a report on the results of such study to the Congress; and (B) the inclusion in the report under subparagraph (A)(ii) of recommendations for changes to the processes and authorities of the Food and Drug Administration to facilitate development of, and access to, treatments for rare diseases or conditions. (4) Public availability.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for the appropriate entity referred to in paragraph (1) to make the report under paragraph (3) available to the public, including by posting the report on the website of the appropriate entity. ( 3) Public docket.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall establish a public docket to receive written comments related to the approaches addressed during each public meeting under paragraph (1). (4) Reports.--Not later than 180 days after each public meeting under paragraph (1), the Commissioner of Food and Drugs shall develop and publish on the website of the Food and Drug Administration a report on-- (A) the approaches discussed at the public meeting; and (B) any related recommendations. ( d) Consultation on the Science of Small Population Studies.-- Section 569(a)(2) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 360bbb-8(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(C) Small population studies.--The external experts on the list maintained pursuant to subparagraph (A) may include experts on the science of small population studies.''. ( 360bb); and (B) in making any determination related to such a drug's approval, including assessment of the drug's-- (i) safety or effectiveness; or (ii) postapproval safety monitoring. ( f) Definition.--In this section, the term ``rare disease or condition'' means a disease or condition affecting fewer than 200,000 persons in the United States.

To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to improve the treatment of rare diseases and conditions, and for other purposes. ``(b) Public Availability.--The Secretary shall make each report under subsection (a) available to the public, including by posting the report on the website of the Food and Drug Administration. 2) Consultation.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for consultation with relevant stakeholders, including-- (A) rare disease or condition patients; and (B) patient groups that-- (i) represent rare disease or condition patients; and (ii) have international patient outreach. ( 3) Report.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for-- (A) not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act-- (i) the completion of the study under paragraph (1); and (ii) the submission of a report on the results of such study to the Congress; and (B) the inclusion in the report under subparagraph (A)(ii) of recommendations for changes to the processes and authorities of the Food and Drug Administration to facilitate development of, and access to, treatments for rare diseases or conditions. ( 3) Public docket.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall establish a public docket to receive written comments related to the approaches addressed during each public meeting under paragraph (1). 4) Reports.--Not later than 180 days after each public meeting under paragraph (1), the Commissioner of Food and Drugs shall develop and publish on the website of the Food and Drug Administration a report on-- (A) the approaches discussed at the public meeting; and (B) any related recommendations. ( 262) a drug designated as a drug for a rare disease or condition under section 526 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 360bb); and (B) in making any determination related to such a drug's approval, including assessment of the drug's-- (i) safety or effectiveness; or (ii) postapproval safety monitoring. ( (f) Definition.--In this section, the term ``rare disease or condition'' means a disease or condition affecting fewer than 200,000 persons in the United States.

To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to improve the treatment of rare diseases and conditions, and for other purposes. ``(b) Public Availability.--The Secretary shall make each report under subsection (a) available to the public, including by posting the report on the website of the Food and Drug Administration. 2) Consultation.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for consultation with relevant stakeholders, including-- (A) rare disease or condition patients; and (B) patient groups that-- (i) represent rare disease or condition patients; and (ii) have international patient outreach. ( 3) Report.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for-- (A) not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act-- (i) the completion of the study under paragraph (1); and (ii) the submission of a report on the results of such study to the Congress; and (B) the inclusion in the report under subparagraph (A)(ii) of recommendations for changes to the processes and authorities of the Food and Drug Administration to facilitate development of, and access to, treatments for rare diseases or conditions. ( 3) Public docket.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall establish a public docket to receive written comments related to the approaches addressed during each public meeting under paragraph (1). 4) Reports.--Not later than 180 days after each public meeting under paragraph (1), the Commissioner of Food and Drugs shall develop and publish on the website of the Food and Drug Administration a report on-- (A) the approaches discussed at the public meeting; and (B) any related recommendations. ( 262) a drug designated as a drug for a rare disease or condition under section 526 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 360bb); and (B) in making any determination related to such a drug's approval, including assessment of the drug's-- (i) safety or effectiveness; or (ii) postapproval safety monitoring. ( (f) Definition.--In this section, the term ``rare disease or condition'' means a disease or condition affecting fewer than 200,000 persons in the United States.

To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to improve the treatment of rare diseases and conditions, and for other purposes. a) Annual Report on Orphan Drug Program.--Subchapter B of chapter V of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 360aa et seq.) ``(b) Public Availability.--The Secretary shall make each report under subsection (a) available to the public, including by posting the report on the website of the Food and Drug Administration. ``(c) Definition.--In this section, the term `rare disease or condition' means a disease or condition affecting fewer than 200,000 persons in the United States.''. 2) Consultation.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for consultation with relevant stakeholders, including-- (A) rare disease or condition patients; and (B) patient groups that-- (i) represent rare disease or condition patients; and (ii) have international patient outreach. ( 3) Report.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for-- (A) not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act-- (i) the completion of the study under paragraph (1); and (ii) the submission of a report on the results of such study to the Congress; and (B) the inclusion in the report under subparagraph (A)(ii) of recommendations for changes to the processes and authorities of the Food and Drug Administration to facilitate development of, and access to, treatments for rare diseases or conditions. (4) Public availability.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for the appropriate entity referred to in paragraph (1) to make the report under paragraph (3) available to the public, including by posting the report on the website of the appropriate entity. ( 3) Public docket.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall establish a public docket to receive written comments related to the approaches addressed during each public meeting under paragraph (1). (4) Reports.--Not later than 180 days after each public meeting under paragraph (1), the Commissioner of Food and Drugs shall develop and publish on the website of the Food and Drug Administration a report on-- (A) the approaches discussed at the public meeting; and (B) any related recommendations. ( d) Consultation on the Science of Small Population Studies.-- Section 569(a)(2) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 360bbb-8(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(C) Small population studies.--The external experts on the list maintained pursuant to subparagraph (A) may include experts on the science of small population studies.''. ( 360bb); and (B) in making any determination related to such a drug's approval, including assessment of the drug's-- (i) safety or effectiveness; or (ii) postapproval safety monitoring. ( f) Definition.--In this section, the term ``rare disease or condition'' means a disease or condition affecting fewer than 200,000 persons in the United States.

To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to improve the treatment of rare diseases and conditions, and for other purposes. ``(b) Public Availability.--The Secretary shall make each report under subsection (a) available to the public, including by posting the report on the website of the Food and Drug Administration. 2) Consultation.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for consultation with relevant stakeholders, including-- (A) rare disease or condition patients; and (B) patient groups that-- (i) represent rare disease or condition patients; and (ii) have international patient outreach. ( 3) Report.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for-- (A) not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act-- (i) the completion of the study under paragraph (1); and (ii) the submission of a report on the results of such study to the Congress; and (B) the inclusion in the report under subparagraph (A)(ii) of recommendations for changes to the processes and authorities of the Food and Drug Administration to facilitate development of, and access to, treatments for rare diseases or conditions. ( 3) Public docket.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall establish a public docket to receive written comments related to the approaches addressed during each public meeting under paragraph (1). 4) Reports.--Not later than 180 days after each public meeting under paragraph (1), the Commissioner of Food and Drugs shall develop and publish on the website of the Food and Drug Administration a report on-- (A) the approaches discussed at the public meeting; and (B) any related recommendations. ( 262) a drug designated as a drug for a rare disease or condition under section 526 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 360bb); and (B) in making any determination related to such a drug's approval, including assessment of the drug's-- (i) safety or effectiveness; or (ii) postapproval safety monitoring. ( (f) Definition.--In this section, the term ``rare disease or condition'' means a disease or condition affecting fewer than 200,000 persons in the United States.

To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to improve the treatment of rare diseases and conditions, and for other purposes. a) Annual Report on Orphan Drug Program.--Subchapter B of chapter V of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 360aa et seq.) ``(b) Public Availability.--The Secretary shall make each report under subsection (a) available to the public, including by posting the report on the website of the Food and Drug Administration. ``(c) Definition.--In this section, the term `rare disease or condition' means a disease or condition affecting fewer than 200,000 persons in the United States.''. 2) Consultation.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for consultation with relevant stakeholders, including-- (A) rare disease or condition patients; and (B) patient groups that-- (i) represent rare disease or condition patients; and (ii) have international patient outreach. ( 3) Report.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for-- (A) not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act-- (i) the completion of the study under paragraph (1); and (ii) the submission of a report on the results of such study to the Congress; and (B) the inclusion in the report under subparagraph (A)(ii) of recommendations for changes to the processes and authorities of the Food and Drug Administration to facilitate development of, and access to, treatments for rare diseases or conditions. (4) Public availability.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for the appropriate entity referred to in paragraph (1) to make the report under paragraph (3) available to the public, including by posting the report on the website of the appropriate entity. ( 3) Public docket.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall establish a public docket to receive written comments related to the approaches addressed during each public meeting under paragraph (1). (4) Reports.--Not later than 180 days after each public meeting under paragraph (1), the Commissioner of Food and Drugs shall develop and publish on the website of the Food and Drug Administration a report on-- (A) the approaches discussed at the public meeting; and (B) any related recommendations. ( d) Consultation on the Science of Small Population Studies.-- Section 569(a)(2) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 360bbb-8(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(C) Small population studies.--The external experts on the list maintained pursuant to subparagraph (A) may include experts on the science of small population studies.''. ( 360bb); and (B) in making any determination related to such a drug's approval, including assessment of the drug's-- (i) safety or effectiveness; or (ii) postapproval safety monitoring. ( f) Definition.--In this section, the term ``rare disease or condition'' means a disease or condition affecting fewer than 200,000 persons in the United States.

To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to improve the treatment of rare diseases and conditions, and for other purposes. ``(b) Public Availability.--The Secretary shall make each report under subsection (a) available to the public, including by posting the report on the website of the Food and Drug Administration. 2) Consultation.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for consultation with relevant stakeholders, including-- (A) rare disease or condition patients; and (B) patient groups that-- (i) represent rare disease or condition patients; and (ii) have international patient outreach. ( 3) Report.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for-- (A) not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act-- (i) the completion of the study under paragraph (1); and (ii) the submission of a report on the results of such study to the Congress; and (B) the inclusion in the report under subparagraph (A)(ii) of recommendations for changes to the processes and authorities of the Food and Drug Administration to facilitate development of, and access to, treatments for rare diseases or conditions. ( 3) Public docket.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall establish a public docket to receive written comments related to the approaches addressed during each public meeting under paragraph (1). 4) Reports.--Not later than 180 days after each public meeting under paragraph (1), the Commissioner of Food and Drugs shall develop and publish on the website of the Food and Drug Administration a report on-- (A) the approaches discussed at the public meeting; and (B) any related recommendations. ( 262) a drug designated as a drug for a rare disease or condition under section 526 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 360bb); and (B) in making any determination related to such a drug's approval, including assessment of the drug's-- (i) safety or effectiveness; or (ii) postapproval safety monitoring. ( (f) Definition.--In this section, the term ``rare disease or condition'' means a disease or condition affecting fewer than 200,000 persons in the United States.

To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to improve the treatment of rare diseases and conditions, and for other purposes. a) Annual Report on Orphan Drug Program.--Subchapter B of chapter V of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 360aa et seq.) ``(b) Public Availability.--The Secretary shall make each report under subsection (a) available to the public, including by posting the report on the website of the Food and Drug Administration. ``(c) Definition.--In this section, the term `rare disease or condition' means a disease or condition affecting fewer than 200,000 persons in the United States.''. 2) Consultation.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for consultation with relevant stakeholders, including-- (A) rare disease or condition patients; and (B) patient groups that-- (i) represent rare disease or condition patients; and (ii) have international patient outreach. ( 3) Report.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for-- (A) not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act-- (i) the completion of the study under paragraph (1); and (ii) the submission of a report on the results of such study to the Congress; and (B) the inclusion in the report under subparagraph (A)(ii) of recommendations for changes to the processes and authorities of the Food and Drug Administration to facilitate development of, and access to, treatments for rare diseases or conditions. (4) Public availability.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for the appropriate entity referred to in paragraph (1) to make the report under paragraph (3) available to the public, including by posting the report on the website of the appropriate entity. ( 3) Public docket.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall establish a public docket to receive written comments related to the approaches addressed during each public meeting under paragraph (1). (4) Reports.--Not later than 180 days after each public meeting under paragraph (1), the Commissioner of Food and Drugs shall develop and publish on the website of the Food and Drug Administration a report on-- (A) the approaches discussed at the public meeting; and (B) any related recommendations. ( d) Consultation on the Science of Small Population Studies.-- Section 569(a)(2) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 360bbb-8(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(C) Small population studies.--The external experts on the list maintained pursuant to subparagraph (A) may include experts on the science of small population studies.''. ( 360bb); and (B) in making any determination related to such a drug's approval, including assessment of the drug's-- (i) safety or effectiveness; or (ii) postapproval safety monitoring. ( f) Definition.--In this section, the term ``rare disease or condition'' means a disease or condition affecting fewer than 200,000 persons in the United States.

To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to improve the treatment of rare diseases and conditions, and for other purposes. ``(b) Public Availability.--The Secretary shall make each report under subsection (a) available to the public, including by posting the report on the website of the Food and Drug Administration. 2) Consultation.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for consultation with relevant stakeholders, including-- (A) rare disease or condition patients; and (B) patient groups that-- (i) represent rare disease or condition patients; and (ii) have international patient outreach. ( 3) Report.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for-- (A) not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act-- (i) the completion of the study under paragraph (1); and (ii) the submission of a report on the results of such study to the Congress; and (B) the inclusion in the report under subparagraph (A)(ii) of recommendations for changes to the processes and authorities of the Food and Drug Administration to facilitate development of, and access to, treatments for rare diseases or conditions. ( 3) Public docket.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall establish a public docket to receive written comments related to the approaches addressed during each public meeting under paragraph (1). 4) Reports.--Not later than 180 days after each public meeting under paragraph (1), the Commissioner of Food and Drugs shall develop and publish on the website of the Food and Drug Administration a report on-- (A) the approaches discussed at the public meeting; and (B) any related recommendations. ( 262) a drug designated as a drug for a rare disease or condition under section 526 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 360bb); and (B) in making any determination related to such a drug's approval, including assessment of the drug's-- (i) safety or effectiveness; or (ii) postapproval safety monitoring. ( (f) Definition.--In this section, the term ``rare disease or condition'' means a disease or condition affecting fewer than 200,000 persons in the United States.

To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to improve the treatment of rare diseases and conditions, and for other purposes. ``(b) Public Availability.--The Secretary shall make each report under subsection (a) available to the public, including by posting the report on the website of the Food and Drug Administration. (4) Public availability.--The contract under paragraph (1) shall provide for the appropriate entity referred to in paragraph (1) to make the report under paragraph (3) available to the public, including by posting the report on the website of the appropriate entity. ( 3) Public docket.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall establish a public docket to receive written comments related to the approaches addressed during each public meeting under paragraph (1). (

H.R.1085

Congress

This bill directs the Speaker of the House and the President pro tempore of the Senate to arrange for the award of three Congressional Gold Medals to the U.S. Capitol Police (USCP) and other law enforcement agencies that protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. Following the award of these medals, one medal shall be given to the USCP, one medal shall be given to the Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia, and one medal shall be given to the Smithsonian Institution and displayed with a plaque listing all law enforcement agencies that participated in protecting the Capitol on January 6, 2021.

To award three congressional gold medals to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. FINDINGS. The Congress finds the following: (1) Every day, the United States Capitol Police (``Capitol Police'') protects the U.S. Capitol, Members of Congress, congressional staff and institutional staff, journalists, and the visiting public. (2) On January 6, 2021, a mob of insurrectionists forced its way into the U.S. Capitol building and congressional office buildings and engaged in acts of vandalism, looting, and violently attacked Capitol Police officers. (3) The sacrifice of heroes including Capitol Police Officers Brian Sicknick and Howard Liebengood, Metropolitan Police Department Officer Jeffrey Smith, and those who sustained injuries, and the courage of Capitol Police Officer Eugene Goodman, exemplify the patriotism and the commitment of Capitol Police officers, and those of other law enforcement agencies, to risk their lives in service of our country. (4) Up to seven Americans died following this violent attack, and more than 140 law enforcement officers suffered physical injuries, including 15 officers who were hospitalized. (5) The desecration of the U.S. Capitol, which is the temple of our American Democracy, and the violence targeting Congress are horrors that will forever stain our Nation's history. SEC. 2. CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDALS. (a) Presentation Authorization.--The Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate shall make appropriate arrangements for the presentation, on behalf of the Congress, of three gold medals of appropriate design to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. (b) Design and Striking.--For the purposes of the award referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike gold medals with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions, to be determined by the Secretary. (c) Disposition of Medals.--Following the award of the gold medals under subsection (a): (1) USCP headquarters.--One gold medal shall be given to the United States Capitol Police, so that the medal may be displayed at the headquarters of the United States Capitol Police and made available for research, as appropriate. (2) DC metropolitan police department headquarters.--One gold medal shall be given to the Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia, so that the medal may be displayed at the headquarters of the Metropolitan Police Department and made available for research, as appropriate. (3) Smithsonian institution.-- (A) In general.--One gold medal shall be given to the Smithsonian Institution, where it shall be available for display as appropriate and available for research. (B) Plaque.--In displaying the gold medal given under subparagraph (A), the Smithsonian Institution shall display the medal with a plaque that lists the other law enforcement agencies that participated in protecting the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. (C) Sense of the congress.--It is the sense of the Congress that the Smithsonian Institution should make the gold medal given under subparagraph (A) available for display elsewhere, particularly at appropriate locations associated with the protection of the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. SEC. 3. DUPLICATE MEDALS. The Secretary may strike and sell duplicates in bronze of the gold medals struck pursuant to section 2 under such regulations as the Secretary may prescribe, at a price sufficient to cover the cost thereof, including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, and overhead expenses. SEC. 4. SENSE OF CONGRESS. It is the sense of the Congress that the United States Mint should expedite production of the gold medals and duplicate medals under this Act, so that the sacrifices of fallen officers and their families, and the contributions of other law enforcement agencies who answered the call of duty on January 6, 2021, can be recognized and honored in a timely manner. SEC. 5. NATIONAL MEDALS. Medals struck pursuant to this Act are national medals for the purposes of chapter 51 of title 31, United States Code. SEC. 6. 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 March 17, 2021. Attest: Clerk. 117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. R. 1085 _______________________________________________________________________

To award three congressional gold medals to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021.

To award three congressional gold medals to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021.

Official Titles - House of Representatives Official Title as Introduced To award three congressional gold medals to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021.

Rep. Pelosi, Nancy

D

CA

This bill directs the Speaker of the House and the President pro tempore of the Senate to arrange for the award of three Congressional Gold Medals to the U.S. Capitol Police (USCP) and other law enforcement agencies that protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. Following the award of these medals, one medal shall be given to the USCP, one medal shall be given to the Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia, and one medal shall be given to the Smithsonian Institution and displayed with a plaque listing all law enforcement agencies that participated in protecting the Capitol on January 6, 2021.

To award three congressional gold medals to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. FINDINGS. The Congress finds the following: (1) Every day, the United States Capitol Police (``Capitol Police'') protects the U.S. Capitol, Members of Congress, congressional staff and institutional staff, journalists, and the visiting public. (2) On January 6, 2021, a mob of insurrectionists forced its way into the U.S. Capitol building and congressional office buildings and engaged in acts of vandalism, looting, and violently attacked Capitol Police officers. (3) The sacrifice of heroes including Capitol Police Officers Brian Sicknick and Howard Liebengood, Metropolitan Police Department Officer Jeffrey Smith, and those who sustained injuries, and the courage of Capitol Police Officer Eugene Goodman, exemplify the patriotism and the commitment of Capitol Police officers, and those of other law enforcement agencies, to risk their lives in service of our country. (4) Up to seven Americans died following this violent attack, and more than 140 law enforcement officers suffered physical injuries, including 15 officers who were hospitalized. (5) The desecration of the U.S. Capitol, which is the temple of our American Democracy, and the violence targeting Congress are horrors that will forever stain our Nation's history. 2. CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDALS. (b) Design and Striking.--For the purposes of the award referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike gold medals with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions, to be determined by the Secretary. (2) DC metropolitan police department headquarters.--One gold medal shall be given to the Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia, so that the medal may be displayed at the headquarters of the Metropolitan Police Department and made available for research, as appropriate. (3) Smithsonian institution.-- (A) In general.--One gold medal shall be given to the Smithsonian Institution, where it shall be available for display as appropriate and available for research. DUPLICATE MEDALS. The Secretary may strike and sell duplicates in bronze of the gold medals struck pursuant to section 2 under such regulations as the Secretary may prescribe, at a price sufficient to cover the cost thereof, including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, and overhead expenses. SENSE OF CONGRESS. 5. NATIONAL MEDALS. SEC. 6. 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 March 17, 2021. Attest: Clerk. 117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. R. 1085 _______________________________________________________________________

To award three congressional gold medals to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. FINDINGS. (4) Up to seven Americans died following this violent attack, and more than 140 law enforcement officers suffered physical injuries, including 15 officers who were hospitalized. (5) The desecration of the U.S. Capitol, which is the temple of our American Democracy, and the violence targeting Congress are horrors that will forever stain our Nation's history. 2. CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDALS. (b) Design and Striking.--For the purposes of the award referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike gold medals with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions, to be determined by the Secretary. (2) DC metropolitan police department headquarters.--One gold medal shall be given to the Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia, so that the medal may be displayed at the headquarters of the Metropolitan Police Department and made available for research, as appropriate. (3) Smithsonian institution.-- (A) In general.--One gold medal shall be given to the Smithsonian Institution, where it shall be available for display as appropriate and available for research. DUPLICATE MEDALS. The Secretary may strike and sell duplicates in bronze of the gold medals struck pursuant to section 2 under such regulations as the Secretary may prescribe, at a price sufficient to cover the cost thereof, including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, and overhead expenses. SENSE OF CONGRESS. 5. NATIONAL MEDALS. SEC. 6. 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 March 17, 2021. Attest: Clerk. 117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. R. 1085 _______________________________________________________________________

To award three congressional gold medals to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. FINDINGS. The Congress finds the following: (1) Every day, the United States Capitol Police (``Capitol Police'') protects the U.S. Capitol, Members of Congress, congressional staff and institutional staff, journalists, and the visiting public. (2) On January 6, 2021, a mob of insurrectionists forced its way into the U.S. Capitol building and congressional office buildings and engaged in acts of vandalism, looting, and violently attacked Capitol Police officers. (3) The sacrifice of heroes including Capitol Police Officers Brian Sicknick and Howard Liebengood, Metropolitan Police Department Officer Jeffrey Smith, and those who sustained injuries, and the courage of Capitol Police Officer Eugene Goodman, exemplify the patriotism and the commitment of Capitol Police officers, and those of other law enforcement agencies, to risk their lives in service of our country. (4) Up to seven Americans died following this violent attack, and more than 140 law enforcement officers suffered physical injuries, including 15 officers who were hospitalized. (5) The desecration of the U.S. Capitol, which is the temple of our American Democracy, and the violence targeting Congress are horrors that will forever stain our Nation's history. 2. CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDALS. (a) Presentation Authorization.--The Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate shall make appropriate arrangements for the presentation, on behalf of the Congress, of three gold medals of appropriate design to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. (b) Design and Striking.--For the purposes of the award referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike gold medals with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions, to be determined by the Secretary. (2) DC metropolitan police department headquarters.--One gold medal shall be given to the Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia, so that the medal may be displayed at the headquarters of the Metropolitan Police Department and made available for research, as appropriate. (3) Smithsonian institution.-- (A) In general.--One gold medal shall be given to the Smithsonian Institution, where it shall be available for display as appropriate and available for research. (B) Plaque.--In displaying the gold medal given under subparagraph (A), the Smithsonian Institution shall display the medal with a plaque that lists the other law enforcement agencies that participated in protecting the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. (C) Sense of the congress.--It is the sense of the Congress that the Smithsonian Institution should make the gold medal given under subparagraph (A) available for display elsewhere, particularly at appropriate locations associated with the protection of the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. DUPLICATE MEDALS. The Secretary may strike and sell duplicates in bronze of the gold medals struck pursuant to section 2 under such regulations as the Secretary may prescribe, at a price sufficient to cover the cost thereof, including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, and overhead expenses. SENSE OF CONGRESS. It is the sense of the Congress that the United States Mint should expedite production of the gold medals and duplicate medals under this Act, so that the sacrifices of fallen officers and their families, and the contributions of other law enforcement agencies who answered the call of duty on January 6, 2021, can be recognized and honored in a timely manner. 5. NATIONAL MEDALS. Medals struck pursuant to this Act are national medals for the purposes of chapter 51 of title 31, United States Code. SEC. 6. 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 March 17, 2021. Attest: Clerk. 117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. R. 1085 _______________________________________________________________________

To award three congressional gold medals to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. FINDINGS. The Congress finds the following: (1) Every day, the United States Capitol Police (``Capitol Police'') protects the U.S. Capitol, Members of Congress, congressional staff and institutional staff, journalists, and the visiting public. (2) On January 6, 2021, a mob of insurrectionists forced its way into the U.S. Capitol building and congressional office buildings and engaged in acts of vandalism, looting, and violently attacked Capitol Police officers. (3) The sacrifice of heroes including Capitol Police Officers Brian Sicknick and Howard Liebengood, Metropolitan Police Department Officer Jeffrey Smith, and those who sustained injuries, and the courage of Capitol Police Officer Eugene Goodman, exemplify the patriotism and the commitment of Capitol Police officers, and those of other law enforcement agencies, to risk their lives in service of our country. (4) Up to seven Americans died following this violent attack, and more than 140 law enforcement officers suffered physical injuries, including 15 officers who were hospitalized. (5) The desecration of the U.S. Capitol, which is the temple of our American Democracy, and the violence targeting Congress are horrors that will forever stain our Nation's history. SEC. 2. CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDALS. (a) Presentation Authorization.--The Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate shall make appropriate arrangements for the presentation, on behalf of the Congress, of three gold medals of appropriate design to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. (b) Design and Striking.--For the purposes of the award referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike gold medals with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions, to be determined by the Secretary. (c) Disposition of Medals.--Following the award of the gold medals under subsection (a): (1) USCP headquarters.--One gold medal shall be given to the United States Capitol Police, so that the medal may be displayed at the headquarters of the United States Capitol Police and made available for research, as appropriate. (2) DC metropolitan police department headquarters.--One gold medal shall be given to the Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia, so that the medal may be displayed at the headquarters of the Metropolitan Police Department and made available for research, as appropriate. (3) Smithsonian institution.-- (A) In general.--One gold medal shall be given to the Smithsonian Institution, where it shall be available for display as appropriate and available for research. (B) Plaque.--In displaying the gold medal given under subparagraph (A), the Smithsonian Institution shall display the medal with a plaque that lists the other law enforcement agencies that participated in protecting the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. (C) Sense of the congress.--It is the sense of the Congress that the Smithsonian Institution should make the gold medal given under subparagraph (A) available for display elsewhere, particularly at appropriate locations associated with the protection of the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. SEC. 3. DUPLICATE MEDALS. The Secretary may strike and sell duplicates in bronze of the gold medals struck pursuant to section 2 under such regulations as the Secretary may prescribe, at a price sufficient to cover the cost thereof, including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, and overhead expenses. SEC. 4. SENSE OF CONGRESS. It is the sense of the Congress that the United States Mint should expedite production of the gold medals and duplicate medals under this Act, so that the sacrifices of fallen officers and their families, and the contributions of other law enforcement agencies who answered the call of duty on January 6, 2021, can be recognized and honored in a timely manner. SEC. 5. NATIONAL MEDALS. Medals struck pursuant to this Act are national medals for the purposes of chapter 51 of title 31, United States Code. SEC. 6. 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 March 17, 2021. Attest: Clerk. 117th CONGRESS 1st Session H. R. 1085 _______________________________________________________________________

To award three congressional gold medals to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. 5) The desecration of the U.S. Capitol, which is the temple of our American Democracy, and the violence targeting Congress are horrors that will forever stain our Nation's history. (a) Presentation Authorization.--The Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate shall make appropriate arrangements for the presentation, on behalf of the Congress, of three gold medals of appropriate design to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. ( c) Disposition of Medals.--Following the award of the gold medals under subsection (a): (1) USCP headquarters.--One gold medal shall be given to the United States Capitol Police, so that the medal may be displayed at the headquarters of the United States Capitol Police and made available for research, as appropriate. ( (B) Plaque.--In displaying the gold medal given under subparagraph (A), the Smithsonian Institution shall display the medal with a plaque that lists the other law enforcement agencies that participated in protecting the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. ( C) Sense of the congress.--It is the sense of the Congress that the Smithsonian Institution should make the gold medal given under subparagraph (A) available for display elsewhere, particularly at appropriate locations associated with the protection of the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. 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 March 17, 2021.

To award three congressional gold medals to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. a) Presentation Authorization.--The Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate shall make appropriate arrangements for the presentation, on behalf of the Congress, of three gold medals of appropriate design to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. ( (c) Disposition of Medals.--Following the award of the gold medals under subsection (a): (1) USCP headquarters.--One gold medal shall be given to the United States Capitol Police, so that the medal may be displayed at the headquarters of the United States Capitol Police and made available for research, as appropriate. ( B) Plaque.--In displaying the gold medal given under subparagraph (A), the Smithsonian Institution shall display the medal with a plaque that lists the other law enforcement agencies that participated in protecting the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. ( 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 March 17, 2021.

To award three congressional gold medals to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. a) Presentation Authorization.--The Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate shall make appropriate arrangements for the presentation, on behalf of the Congress, of three gold medals of appropriate design to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. ( (c) Disposition of Medals.--Following the award of the gold medals under subsection (a): (1) USCP headquarters.--One gold medal shall be given to the United States Capitol Police, so that the medal may be displayed at the headquarters of the United States Capitol Police and made available for research, as appropriate. ( B) Plaque.--In displaying the gold medal given under subparagraph (A), the Smithsonian Institution shall display the medal with a plaque that lists the other law enforcement agencies that participated in protecting the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. ( 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 March 17, 2021.

To award three congressional gold medals to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. 5) The desecration of the U.S. Capitol, which is the temple of our American Democracy, and the violence targeting Congress are horrors that will forever stain our Nation's history. (a) Presentation Authorization.--The Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate shall make appropriate arrangements for the presentation, on behalf of the Congress, of three gold medals of appropriate design to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. ( c) Disposition of Medals.--Following the award of the gold medals under subsection (a): (1) USCP headquarters.--One gold medal shall be given to the United States Capitol Police, so that the medal may be displayed at the headquarters of the United States Capitol Police and made available for research, as appropriate. ( (B) Plaque.--In displaying the gold medal given under subparagraph (A), the Smithsonian Institution shall display the medal with a plaque that lists the other law enforcement agencies that participated in protecting the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. ( C) Sense of the congress.--It is the sense of the Congress that the Smithsonian Institution should make the gold medal given under subparagraph (A) available for display elsewhere, particularly at appropriate locations associated with the protection of the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. 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 March 17, 2021.

To award three congressional gold medals to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. a) Presentation Authorization.--The Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate shall make appropriate arrangements for the presentation, on behalf of the Congress, of three gold medals of appropriate design to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. ( (c) Disposition of Medals.--Following the award of the gold medals under subsection (a): (1) USCP headquarters.--One gold medal shall be given to the United States Capitol Police, so that the medal may be displayed at the headquarters of the United States Capitol Police and made available for research, as appropriate. ( B) Plaque.--In displaying the gold medal given under subparagraph (A), the Smithsonian Institution shall display the medal with a plaque that lists the other law enforcement agencies that participated in protecting the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. ( 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 March 17, 2021.

To award three congressional gold medals to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. 5) The desecration of the U.S. Capitol, which is the temple of our American Democracy, and the violence targeting Congress are horrors that will forever stain our Nation's history. (a) Presentation Authorization.--The Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate shall make appropriate arrangements for the presentation, on behalf of the Congress, of three gold medals of appropriate design to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. ( c) Disposition of Medals.--Following the award of the gold medals under subsection (a): (1) USCP headquarters.--One gold medal shall be given to the United States Capitol Police, so that the medal may be displayed at the headquarters of the United States Capitol Police and made available for research, as appropriate. ( (B) Plaque.--In displaying the gold medal given under subparagraph (A), the Smithsonian Institution shall display the medal with a plaque that lists the other law enforcement agencies that participated in protecting the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. ( C) Sense of the congress.--It is the sense of the Congress that the Smithsonian Institution should make the gold medal given under subparagraph (A) available for display elsewhere, particularly at appropriate locations associated with the protection of the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. 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 March 17, 2021.

To award three congressional gold medals to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. a) Presentation Authorization.--The Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate shall make appropriate arrangements for the presentation, on behalf of the Congress, of three gold medals of appropriate design to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. ( (c) Disposition of Medals.--Following the award of the gold medals under subsection (a): (1) USCP headquarters.--One gold medal shall be given to the United States Capitol Police, so that the medal may be displayed at the headquarters of the United States Capitol Police and made available for research, as appropriate. ( B) Plaque.--In displaying the gold medal given under subparagraph (A), the Smithsonian Institution shall display the medal with a plaque that lists the other law enforcement agencies that participated in protecting the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. ( 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 March 17, 2021.

To award three congressional gold medals to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. 5) The desecration of the U.S. Capitol, which is the temple of our American Democracy, and the violence targeting Congress are horrors that will forever stain our Nation's history. (a) Presentation Authorization.--The Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate shall make appropriate arrangements for the presentation, on behalf of the Congress, of three gold medals of appropriate design to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. ( c) Disposition of Medals.--Following the award of the gold medals under subsection (a): (1) USCP headquarters.--One gold medal shall be given to the United States Capitol Police, so that the medal may be displayed at the headquarters of the United States Capitol Police and made available for research, as appropriate. ( (B) Plaque.--In displaying the gold medal given under subparagraph (A), the Smithsonian Institution shall display the medal with a plaque that lists the other law enforcement agencies that participated in protecting the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. ( C) Sense of the congress.--It is the sense of the Congress that the Smithsonian Institution should make the gold medal given under subparagraph (A) available for display elsewhere, particularly at appropriate locations associated with the protection of the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. 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 March 17, 2021.

To award three congressional gold medals to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. a) Presentation Authorization.--The Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate shall make appropriate arrangements for the presentation, on behalf of the Congress, of three gold medals of appropriate design to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. ( (c) Disposition of Medals.--Following the award of the gold medals under subsection (a): (1) USCP headquarters.--One gold medal shall be given to the United States Capitol Police, so that the medal may be displayed at the headquarters of the United States Capitol Police and made available for research, as appropriate. ( B) Plaque.--In displaying the gold medal given under subparagraph (A), the Smithsonian Institution shall display the medal with a plaque that lists the other law enforcement agencies that participated in protecting the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. ( 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 March 17, 2021.

To award three congressional gold medals to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. 5) The desecration of the U.S. Capitol, which is the temple of our American Democracy, and the violence targeting Congress are horrors that will forever stain our Nation's history. (a) Presentation Authorization.--The Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate shall make appropriate arrangements for the presentation, on behalf of the Congress, of three gold medals of appropriate design to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. ( c) Disposition of Medals.--Following the award of the gold medals under subsection (a): (1) USCP headquarters.--One gold medal shall be given to the United States Capitol Police, so that the medal may be displayed at the headquarters of the United States Capitol Police and made available for research, as appropriate. ( (B) Plaque.--In displaying the gold medal given under subparagraph (A), the Smithsonian Institution shall display the medal with a plaque that lists the other law enforcement agencies that participated in protecting the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. ( C) Sense of the congress.--It is the sense of the Congress that the Smithsonian Institution should make the gold medal given under subparagraph (A) available for display elsewhere, particularly at appropriate locations associated with the protection of the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. 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 March 17, 2021.

H.R.9639

Education

Higher Standards for Higher Education Act This bill requires the Department of Education, in its annual report on cohort default rates (generally, a percentage of how many current and former students default on their student loans in a fiscal year), to collect and report additional data for institutions of higher education with an endowment of $1 billion or more.

To require the Secretary of Education to report default and other data for each program of study of certain institutions of higher education for which the Secretary annually reports cohort default data under the Higher Education Act of 1965. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Higher Standards for Higher Education Act''. SEC. 2. COLLECTION AND REPORTING OF DEFAULT DATA FOR CERTAIN PROGRAMS OF STUDY. Section 435(m)(4) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1085(m)(4)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(E) Program of study reporting requirements.-- ``(i) In general.--Subject to clause (ii), for each fiscal year beginning after the date of enactment of the Higher Standards for Higher Education Act, the Secretary shall include in the annual report required under subparagraph (C), for each covered institution for which a cohort default rate is calculated under this subsection for a fiscal year, the following with respect each program of study of such institution in which one or more current and former students at the institution who enter repayment in that fiscal year on Federal Direct Stafford Loans, Federal Direct PLUS Loans, or Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans, received for attendance at the institution, are enrolled (in the case of a current student) or were most recently enrolled prior to entering repayment (in the case of a former student): ``(I) The number of those current and former students who enter repayment on such loans (or on the portion of a Federal Direct Consolidation Loan that is used to repay any such loans) in that fiscal year. ``(II) Of the students identified in subclause (I), the percentage who default on any such loan before the end of the second succeeding fiscal year following the fiscal year in which the students entered repayment. ``(III) Of such students, the percentage who are between 31 and 360 days delinquent on any such loan before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(IV) Of such students, the percentage who are in forbearance on any such loan before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(V) Of such students, the percentage who are in deferment on any such loan before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(VI) Of such students, the percentage who-- ``(aa) have been making regular payments on such loans, but for whom-- ``(AA) on any day before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year, the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans, exceeds ``(BB) the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans on the date that is one year preceding the day in subitem (AA); and ``(bb) are not described in subclauses (II) through (V). ``(VII) Of such students, the percentage who-- ``(aa) have been making regular payments on such loans, and for whom-- ``(AA) on any day before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year, the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans, is less than ``(BB) the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans on the date that is one year preceding the day in subitem (AA); and ``(bb) are not described in subclauses (II) through (V). ``(VIII) Of such students, the percentage who, before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year-- ``(aa) are making regular payments on such loans, and for whom-- ``(AA) the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans, is less than ``(BB) the sum of the original balance due on such loans; and ``(bb) are not described in subclauses (II) through (V). ``(IX) Of such students, the percentage who have paid each such loan in full before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(X) Of such students, the percentage whose obligation to repay all such loans has been discharged under section 437 before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(ii) Exclusion of certain programs of study.--The Secretary shall exclude under clause (i) information with respect to any program of study if the number of students (or former students) of such program is insufficient to yield statistically reliable information or the results would reveal personally identifiable information about an individual student (or former student). ``(iii) Definitions.--In this subparagraph: ``(I) Covered institution.--The term `covered institution' means an institution that is the beneficiary of an endowment fund that has a total value of not less than $1,000,000,000. ``(II) Endowment fund.--The term `endowment fund' means a fund established by State law, by an institution of higher education, or by a foundation which is exempt from Federal income taxation and is maintained for the purpose of generating income for the support of the institution, but which shall not include real estate''. <all>

Higher Standards for Higher Education Act

To require the Secretary of Education to report default and other data for each program of study of certain institutions of higher education for which the Secretary annually reports cohort default data under the Higher Education Act of 1965.

Higher Standards for Higher Education Act

Rep. Van Duyne, Beth

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This bill requires the Department of Education, in its annual report on cohort default rates (generally, a percentage of how many current and former students default on their student loans in a fiscal year), to collect and report additional data for institutions of higher education with an endowment of $1 billion or more.

To require the Secretary of Education to report default and other data for each program of study of certain institutions of higher education for which the Secretary annually reports cohort default data under the Higher Education Act of 1965. 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. 1085(m)(4)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(E) Program of study reporting requirements.-- ``(i) In general.--Subject to clause (ii), for each fiscal year beginning after the date of enactment of the Higher Standards for Higher Education Act, the Secretary shall include in the annual report required under subparagraph (C), for each covered institution for which a cohort default rate is calculated under this subsection for a fiscal year, the following with respect each program of study of such institution in which one or more current and former students at the institution who enter repayment in that fiscal year on Federal Direct Stafford Loans, Federal Direct PLUS Loans, or Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans, received for attendance at the institution, are enrolled (in the case of a current student) or were most recently enrolled prior to entering repayment (in the case of a former student): ``(I) The number of those current and former students who enter repayment on such loans (or on the portion of a Federal Direct Consolidation Loan that is used to repay any such loans) in that fiscal year. ``(V) Of such students, the percentage who are in deferment on any such loan before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(VII) Of such students, the percentage who-- ``(aa) have been making regular payments on such loans, and for whom-- ``(AA) on any day before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year, the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans, is less than ``(BB) the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans on the date that is one year preceding the day in subitem (AA); and ``(bb) are not described in subclauses (II) through (V). ``(ii) Exclusion of certain programs of study.--The Secretary shall exclude under clause (i) information with respect to any program of study if the number of students (or former students) of such program is insufficient to yield statistically reliable information or the results would reveal personally identifiable information about an individual student (or former student). ``(iii) Definitions.--In this subparagraph: ``(I) Covered institution.--The term `covered institution' means an institution that is the beneficiary of an endowment fund that has a total value of not less than $1,000,000,000. ``(II) Endowment fund.--The term `endowment fund' means a fund established by State law, by an institution of higher education, or by a foundation which is exempt from Federal income taxation and is maintained for the purpose of generating income for the support of the institution, but which shall not include real estate''.

To require the Secretary of Education to report default and other data for each program of study of certain institutions of higher education for which the Secretary annually reports cohort default data under the Higher Education Act of 1965. 1085(m)(4)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(E) Program of study reporting requirements.-- ``(i) In general.--Subject to clause (ii), for each fiscal year beginning after the date of enactment of the Higher Standards for Higher Education Act, the Secretary shall include in the annual report required under subparagraph (C), for each covered institution for which a cohort default rate is calculated under this subsection for a fiscal year, the following with respect each program of study of such institution in which one or more current and former students at the institution who enter repayment in that fiscal year on Federal Direct Stafford Loans, Federal Direct PLUS Loans, or Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans, received for attendance at the institution, are enrolled (in the case of a current student) or were most recently enrolled prior to entering repayment (in the case of a former student): ``(I) The number of those current and former students who enter repayment on such loans (or on the portion of a Federal Direct Consolidation Loan that is used to repay any such loans) in that fiscal year. ``(V) Of such students, the percentage who are in deferment on any such loan before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(VII) Of such students, the percentage who-- ``(aa) have been making regular payments on such loans, and for whom-- ``(AA) on any day before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year, the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans, is less than ``(BB) the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans on the date that is one year preceding the day in subitem (AA); and ``(bb) are not described in subclauses (II) through (V). ``(iii) Definitions.--In this subparagraph: ``(I) Covered institution.--The term `covered institution' means an institution that is the beneficiary of an endowment fund that has a total value of not less than $1,000,000,000.

To require the Secretary of Education to report default and other data for each program of study of certain institutions of higher education for which the Secretary annually reports cohort default data under the Higher Education Act of 1965. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Higher Standards for Higher Education Act''. SEC. 2. COLLECTION AND REPORTING OF DEFAULT DATA FOR CERTAIN PROGRAMS OF STUDY. Section 435(m)(4) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1085(m)(4)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(E) Program of study reporting requirements.-- ``(i) In general.--Subject to clause (ii), for each fiscal year beginning after the date of enactment of the Higher Standards for Higher Education Act, the Secretary shall include in the annual report required under subparagraph (C), for each covered institution for which a cohort default rate is calculated under this subsection for a fiscal year, the following with respect each program of study of such institution in which one or more current and former students at the institution who enter repayment in that fiscal year on Federal Direct Stafford Loans, Federal Direct PLUS Loans, or Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans, received for attendance at the institution, are enrolled (in the case of a current student) or were most recently enrolled prior to entering repayment (in the case of a former student): ``(I) The number of those current and former students who enter repayment on such loans (or on the portion of a Federal Direct Consolidation Loan that is used to repay any such loans) in that fiscal year. ``(II) Of the students identified in subclause (I), the percentage who default on any such loan before the end of the second succeeding fiscal year following the fiscal year in which the students entered repayment. ``(III) Of such students, the percentage who are between 31 and 360 days delinquent on any such loan before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(IV) Of such students, the percentage who are in forbearance on any such loan before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(V) Of such students, the percentage who are in deferment on any such loan before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(VII) Of such students, the percentage who-- ``(aa) have been making regular payments on such loans, and for whom-- ``(AA) on any day before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year, the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans, is less than ``(BB) the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans on the date that is one year preceding the day in subitem (AA); and ``(bb) are not described in subclauses (II) through (V). ``(VIII) Of such students, the percentage who, before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year-- ``(aa) are making regular payments on such loans, and for whom-- ``(AA) the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans, is less than ``(BB) the sum of the original balance due on such loans; and ``(bb) are not described in subclauses (II) through (V). ``(IX) Of such students, the percentage who have paid each such loan in full before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(X) Of such students, the percentage whose obligation to repay all such loans has been discharged under section 437 before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(ii) Exclusion of certain programs of study.--The Secretary shall exclude under clause (i) information with respect to any program of study if the number of students (or former students) of such program is insufficient to yield statistically reliable information or the results would reveal personally identifiable information about an individual student (or former student). ``(iii) Definitions.--In this subparagraph: ``(I) Covered institution.--The term `covered institution' means an institution that is the beneficiary of an endowment fund that has a total value of not less than $1,000,000,000. ``(II) Endowment fund.--The term `endowment fund' means a fund established by State law, by an institution of higher education, or by a foundation which is exempt from Federal income taxation and is maintained for the purpose of generating income for the support of the institution, but which shall not include real estate''.

To require the Secretary of Education to report default and other data for each program of study of certain institutions of higher education for which the Secretary annually reports cohort default data under the Higher Education Act of 1965. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Higher Standards for Higher Education Act''. SEC. 2. COLLECTION AND REPORTING OF DEFAULT DATA FOR CERTAIN PROGRAMS OF STUDY. Section 435(m)(4) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1085(m)(4)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(E) Program of study reporting requirements.-- ``(i) In general.--Subject to clause (ii), for each fiscal year beginning after the date of enactment of the Higher Standards for Higher Education Act, the Secretary shall include in the annual report required under subparagraph (C), for each covered institution for which a cohort default rate is calculated under this subsection for a fiscal year, the following with respect each program of study of such institution in which one or more current and former students at the institution who enter repayment in that fiscal year on Federal Direct Stafford Loans, Federal Direct PLUS Loans, or Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans, received for attendance at the institution, are enrolled (in the case of a current student) or were most recently enrolled prior to entering repayment (in the case of a former student): ``(I) The number of those current and former students who enter repayment on such loans (or on the portion of a Federal Direct Consolidation Loan that is used to repay any such loans) in that fiscal year. ``(II) Of the students identified in subclause (I), the percentage who default on any such loan before the end of the second succeeding fiscal year following the fiscal year in which the students entered repayment. ``(III) Of such students, the percentage who are between 31 and 360 days delinquent on any such loan before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(IV) Of such students, the percentage who are in forbearance on any such loan before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(V) Of such students, the percentage who are in deferment on any such loan before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(VI) Of such students, the percentage who-- ``(aa) have been making regular payments on such loans, but for whom-- ``(AA) on any day before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year, the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans, exceeds ``(BB) the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans on the date that is one year preceding the day in subitem (AA); and ``(bb) are not described in subclauses (II) through (V). ``(VII) Of such students, the percentage who-- ``(aa) have been making regular payments on such loans, and for whom-- ``(AA) on any day before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year, the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans, is less than ``(BB) the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans on the date that is one year preceding the day in subitem (AA); and ``(bb) are not described in subclauses (II) through (V). ``(VIII) Of such students, the percentage who, before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year-- ``(aa) are making regular payments on such loans, and for whom-- ``(AA) the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans, is less than ``(BB) the sum of the original balance due on such loans; and ``(bb) are not described in subclauses (II) through (V). ``(IX) Of such students, the percentage who have paid each such loan in full before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(X) Of such students, the percentage whose obligation to repay all such loans has been discharged under section 437 before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(ii) Exclusion of certain programs of study.--The Secretary shall exclude under clause (i) information with respect to any program of study if the number of students (or former students) of such program is insufficient to yield statistically reliable information or the results would reveal personally identifiable information about an individual student (or former student). ``(iii) Definitions.--In this subparagraph: ``(I) Covered institution.--The term `covered institution' means an institution that is the beneficiary of an endowment fund that has a total value of not less than $1,000,000,000. ``(II) Endowment fund.--The term `endowment fund' means a fund established by State law, by an institution of higher education, or by a foundation which is exempt from Federal income taxation and is maintained for the purpose of generating income for the support of the institution, but which shall not include real estate''. <all>

To require the Secretary of Education to report default and other data for each program of study of certain institutions of higher education for which the Secretary annually reports cohort default data under the Higher Education Act of 1965. Section 435(m)(4) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. ``(II) Of the students identified in subclause (I), the percentage who default on any such loan before the end of the second succeeding fiscal year following the fiscal year in which the students entered repayment. ``(III) Of such students, the percentage who are between 31 and 360 days delinquent on any such loan before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(IV) Of such students, the percentage who are in forbearance on any such loan before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(VI) Of such students, the percentage who-- ``(aa) have been making regular payments on such loans, but for whom-- ``(AA) on any day before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year, the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans, exceeds ``(BB) the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans on the date that is one year preceding the day in subitem (AA); and ``(bb) are not described in subclauses (II) through (V). ``(VIII) Of such students, the percentage who, before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year-- ``(aa) are making regular payments on such loans, and for whom-- ``(AA) the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans, is less than ``(BB) the sum of the original balance due on such loans; and ``(bb) are not described in subclauses (II) through (V). ``(X) Of such students, the percentage whose obligation to repay all such loans has been discharged under section 437 before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(II) Endowment fund.--The term `endowment fund' means a fund established by State law, by an institution of higher education, or by a foundation which is exempt from Federal income taxation and is maintained for the purpose of generating income for the support of the institution, but which shall not include real estate''.

To require the Secretary of Education to report default and other data for each program of study of certain institutions of higher education for which the Secretary annually reports cohort default data under the Higher Education Act of 1965. ``(III) Of such students, the percentage who are between 31 and 360 days delinquent on any such loan before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(V) Of such students, the percentage who are in deferment on any such loan before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(VI) Of such students, the percentage who-- ``(aa) have been making regular payments on such loans, but for whom-- ``(AA) on any day before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year, the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans, exceeds ``(BB) the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans on the date that is one year preceding the day in subitem (AA); and ``(bb) are not described in subclauses (II) through (V). ``(iii) Definitions.--In this subparagraph: ``(I) Covered institution.--The term `covered institution' means an institution that is the beneficiary of an endowment fund that has a total value of not less than $1,000,000,000. ``(II) Endowment fund.--The term `endowment fund' means a fund established by State law, by an institution of higher education, or by a foundation which is exempt from Federal income taxation and is maintained for the purpose of generating income for the support of the institution, but which shall not include real estate''.

To require the Secretary of Education to report default and other data for each program of study of certain institutions of higher education for which the Secretary annually reports cohort default data under the Higher Education Act of 1965. ``(III) Of such students, the percentage who are between 31 and 360 days delinquent on any such loan before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(V) Of such students, the percentage who are in deferment on any such loan before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(VI) Of such students, the percentage who-- ``(aa) have been making regular payments on such loans, but for whom-- ``(AA) on any day before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year, the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans, exceeds ``(BB) the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans on the date that is one year preceding the day in subitem (AA); and ``(bb) are not described in subclauses (II) through (V). ``(iii) Definitions.--In this subparagraph: ``(I) Covered institution.--The term `covered institution' means an institution that is the beneficiary of an endowment fund that has a total value of not less than $1,000,000,000. ``(II) Endowment fund.--The term `endowment fund' means a fund established by State law, by an institution of higher education, or by a foundation which is exempt from Federal income taxation and is maintained for the purpose of generating income for the support of the institution, but which shall not include real estate''.

To require the Secretary of Education to report default and other data for each program of study of certain institutions of higher education for which the Secretary annually reports cohort default data under the Higher Education Act of 1965. Section 435(m)(4) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. ``(II) Of the students identified in subclause (I), the percentage who default on any such loan before the end of the second succeeding fiscal year following the fiscal year in which the students entered repayment. ``(III) Of such students, the percentage who are between 31 and 360 days delinquent on any such loan before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(IV) Of such students, the percentage who are in forbearance on any such loan before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(VI) Of such students, the percentage who-- ``(aa) have been making regular payments on such loans, but for whom-- ``(AA) on any day before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year, the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans, exceeds ``(BB) the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans on the date that is one year preceding the day in subitem (AA); and ``(bb) are not described in subclauses (II) through (V). ``(VIII) Of such students, the percentage who, before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year-- ``(aa) are making regular payments on such loans, and for whom-- ``(AA) the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans, is less than ``(BB) the sum of the original balance due on such loans; and ``(bb) are not described in subclauses (II) through (V). ``(X) Of such students, the percentage whose obligation to repay all such loans has been discharged under section 437 before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(II) Endowment fund.--The term `endowment fund' means a fund established by State law, by an institution of higher education, or by a foundation which is exempt from Federal income taxation and is maintained for the purpose of generating income for the support of the institution, but which shall not include real estate''.

To require the Secretary of Education to report default and other data for each program of study of certain institutions of higher education for which the Secretary annually reports cohort default data under the Higher Education Act of 1965. ``(III) Of such students, the percentage who are between 31 and 360 days delinquent on any such loan before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(V) Of such students, the percentage who are in deferment on any such loan before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(VI) Of such students, the percentage who-- ``(aa) have been making regular payments on such loans, but for whom-- ``(AA) on any day before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year, the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans, exceeds ``(BB) the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans on the date that is one year preceding the day in subitem (AA); and ``(bb) are not described in subclauses (II) through (V). ``(iii) Definitions.--In this subparagraph: ``(I) Covered institution.--The term `covered institution' means an institution that is the beneficiary of an endowment fund that has a total value of not less than $1,000,000,000. ``(II) Endowment fund.--The term `endowment fund' means a fund established by State law, by an institution of higher education, or by a foundation which is exempt from Federal income taxation and is maintained for the purpose of generating income for the support of the institution, but which shall not include real estate''.

To require the Secretary of Education to report default and other data for each program of study of certain institutions of higher education for which the Secretary annually reports cohort default data under the Higher Education Act of 1965. Section 435(m)(4) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. ``(II) Of the students identified in subclause (I), the percentage who default on any such loan before the end of the second succeeding fiscal year following the fiscal year in which the students entered repayment. ``(III) Of such students, the percentage who are between 31 and 360 days delinquent on any such loan before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(IV) Of such students, the percentage who are in forbearance on any such loan before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(VI) Of such students, the percentage who-- ``(aa) have been making regular payments on such loans, but for whom-- ``(AA) on any day before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year, the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans, exceeds ``(BB) the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans on the date that is one year preceding the day in subitem (AA); and ``(bb) are not described in subclauses (II) through (V). ``(VIII) Of such students, the percentage who, before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year-- ``(aa) are making regular payments on such loans, and for whom-- ``(AA) the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans, is less than ``(BB) the sum of the original balance due on such loans; and ``(bb) are not described in subclauses (II) through (V). ``(X) Of such students, the percentage whose obligation to repay all such loans has been discharged under section 437 before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(II) Endowment fund.--The term `endowment fund' means a fund established by State law, by an institution of higher education, or by a foundation which is exempt from Federal income taxation and is maintained for the purpose of generating income for the support of the institution, but which shall not include real estate''.

To require the Secretary of Education to report default and other data for each program of study of certain institutions of higher education for which the Secretary annually reports cohort default data under the Higher Education Act of 1965. ``(III) Of such students, the percentage who are between 31 and 360 days delinquent on any such loan before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(V) Of such students, the percentage who are in deferment on any such loan before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(VI) Of such students, the percentage who-- ``(aa) have been making regular payments on such loans, but for whom-- ``(AA) on any day before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year, the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans, exceeds ``(BB) the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans on the date that is one year preceding the day in subitem (AA); and ``(bb) are not described in subclauses (II) through (V). ``(iii) Definitions.--In this subparagraph: ``(I) Covered institution.--The term `covered institution' means an institution that is the beneficiary of an endowment fund that has a total value of not less than $1,000,000,000. ``(II) Endowment fund.--The term `endowment fund' means a fund established by State law, by an institution of higher education, or by a foundation which is exempt from Federal income taxation and is maintained for the purpose of generating income for the support of the institution, but which shall not include real estate''.

To require the Secretary of Education to report default and other data for each program of study of certain institutions of higher education for which the Secretary annually reports cohort default data under the Higher Education Act of 1965. Section 435(m)(4) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. ``(II) Of the students identified in subclause (I), the percentage who default on any such loan before the end of the second succeeding fiscal year following the fiscal year in which the students entered repayment. ``(III) Of such students, the percentage who are between 31 and 360 days delinquent on any such loan before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(IV) Of such students, the percentage who are in forbearance on any such loan before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(VI) Of such students, the percentage who-- ``(aa) have been making regular payments on such loans, but for whom-- ``(AA) on any day before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year, the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans, exceeds ``(BB) the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans on the date that is one year preceding the day in subitem (AA); and ``(bb) are not described in subclauses (II) through (V). ``(VIII) Of such students, the percentage who, before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year-- ``(aa) are making regular payments on such loans, and for whom-- ``(AA) the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans, is less than ``(BB) the sum of the original balance due on such loans; and ``(bb) are not described in subclauses (II) through (V). ``(X) Of such students, the percentage whose obligation to repay all such loans has been discharged under section 437 before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(II) Endowment fund.--The term `endowment fund' means a fund established by State law, by an institution of higher education, or by a foundation which is exempt from Federal income taxation and is maintained for the purpose of generating income for the support of the institution, but which shall not include real estate''.

To require the Secretary of Education to report default and other data for each program of study of certain institutions of higher education for which the Secretary annually reports cohort default data under the Higher Education Act of 1965. ``(III) Of such students, the percentage who are between 31 and 360 days delinquent on any such loan before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(V) Of such students, the percentage who are in deferment on any such loan before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(VI) Of such students, the percentage who-- ``(aa) have been making regular payments on such loans, but for whom-- ``(AA) on any day before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year, the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans, exceeds ``(BB) the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans on the date that is one year preceding the day in subitem (AA); and ``(bb) are not described in subclauses (II) through (V). ``(iii) Definitions.--In this subparagraph: ``(I) Covered institution.--The term `covered institution' means an institution that is the beneficiary of an endowment fund that has a total value of not less than $1,000,000,000. ``(II) Endowment fund.--The term `endowment fund' means a fund established by State law, by an institution of higher education, or by a foundation which is exempt from Federal income taxation and is maintained for the purpose of generating income for the support of the institution, but which shall not include real estate''.

To require the Secretary of Education to report default and other data for each program of study of certain institutions of higher education for which the Secretary annually reports cohort default data under the Higher Education Act of 1965. Section 435(m)(4) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. ``(II) Of the students identified in subclause (I), the percentage who default on any such loan before the end of the second succeeding fiscal year following the fiscal year in which the students entered repayment. ``(III) Of such students, the percentage who are between 31 and 360 days delinquent on any such loan before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(IV) Of such students, the percentage who are in forbearance on any such loan before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(VI) Of such students, the percentage who-- ``(aa) have been making regular payments on such loans, but for whom-- ``(AA) on any day before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year, the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans, exceeds ``(BB) the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans on the date that is one year preceding the day in subitem (AA); and ``(bb) are not described in subclauses (II) through (V). ``(VIII) Of such students, the percentage who, before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year-- ``(aa) are making regular payments on such loans, and for whom-- ``(AA) the sum of the outstanding balance due on such loans, is less than ``(BB) the sum of the original balance due on such loans; and ``(bb) are not described in subclauses (II) through (V). ``(X) Of such students, the percentage whose obligation to repay all such loans has been discharged under section 437 before the end of such second succeeding fiscal year. ``(II) Endowment fund.--The term `endowment fund' means a fund established by State law, by an institution of higher education, or by a foundation which is exempt from Federal income taxation and is maintained for the purpose of generating income for the support of the institution, but which shall not include real estate''.

H.R.6959

International Affairs

American Volunteering Corporation Act This bill establishes an independent executive branch agency to be known as the American Volunteering Corporation. The bill also transfers to the corporation the operations of the Peace Corps and AmeriCorps, including the duties, assets, and obligations belonging to such programs.

To transfer the Peace Corps and the Corporation for National and Community Service under the umbrella of an American Volunteering Corporation, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``American Volunteering Corporation Act''. SEC. 2. AMERICAN VOLUNTEERING CORPORATION. (a) Establishment.--There is established as an independent agency within the executive branch of the Federal Government the American Volunteering Corporation, to coordinate and promote service at all levels across the country and internationally. (b) Administrator.--The American Volunteering Corporation shall be headed by an Administrator of the American Volunteering Corporation who shall be appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. (c) Director of the Peace Corps.--There shall be a Director of the Peace Corps and a Deputy Director of the Peace Corps, who shall be appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. The Director shall report directly to the Administrator appointed under subsection (b). (d) CEO of Corporation for National and Community Service.--There shall be a Chief Executive Officer for National and Community Service, who shall be appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. The Chief Executive Officer shall report directly to the Administrator appointed under subsection (b). SEC. 3. MODIFICATIONS TO PEACE CORPS OPERATIONS. (a) In General.-- (1) Director of the peace corps.--The authorities, duties, and responsibilities of the Director of the Peace Corps appointed pursuant to section 4 of the Peace Corps Act, as of the day before the date of the enactment of this Act, are transferred as of such date of enactment to the Director of the Peace Corps established under section 2(c) of this Act. (2) Peace corps.--The assets, liabilities, and obligations of the Peace Corps, as of the day before the date of the enactment of this Act, are transferred as of such date to the American Volunteering Corporation established under section 2(a) of this Act. (3) References.--Any reference in law or regulation to the ``Director of the Peace Corps'', on and after the date of the enactment of this Act, shall be treated as a reference to the Director of the Peace Corps established under section 2(c) of this Act. (b) Conforming Amendments.--The Peace Corps Act (22 U.S.C. 2503) is amended in section 12(c)(3), by inserting ``the Administrator of the American Volunteering Corporation,'' after ``or their designees,''. SEC. 4. MODIFICATION TO AMERICORPS OPERATIONS. (a) Corporation for National and Community Service.--The authorities, duties, and responsibilities of the Corporation for National and Community Service under section 193A of the National and Community Service Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12651d), as of the day before the date of the enactment of this Act, are transferred as of such date of enactment to the Chief Executive Office for National and Community Service established under section 2(d) of this Act. (b) National Service Programs.--The assets, liabilities, and obligations of the national service programs under the National and Community Service Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12501 et seq.) and the Domestic Volunteer Service Act of 1973 (42 U.S.C. 4950 et seq.), as of the day before the date of the enactment of this Act, are transferred as of such date to the American Volunteering Corporation established under section 2(a) of this Act. (c) References.--Any reference in law or regulation to the ``Chief Executive Officer for National and Community Service'' shall be treated as a reference to the Chief Executive Officer for National and Community Service established under section 2(d) of this Act. <all>

American Volunteering Corporation Act

To transfer the Peace Corps and the Corporation for National and Community Service under the umbrella of an American Volunteering Corporation, and for other purposes.

American Volunteering Corporation Act

Rep. Kim, Andy

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This bill establishes an independent executive branch agency to be known as the American Volunteering Corporation. The bill also transfers to the corporation the operations of the Peace Corps and AmeriCorps, including the duties, assets, and obligations belonging to such programs.

To transfer the Peace Corps and the Corporation for National and Community Service under the umbrella of an American Volunteering Corporation, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``American Volunteering Corporation Act''. AMERICAN VOLUNTEERING CORPORATION. (a) Establishment.--There is established as an independent agency within the executive branch of the Federal Government the American Volunteering Corporation, to coordinate and promote service at all levels across the country and internationally. (b) Administrator.--The American Volunteering Corporation shall be headed by an Administrator of the American Volunteering Corporation who shall be appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. (d) CEO of Corporation for National and Community Service.--There shall be a Chief Executive Officer for National and Community Service, who shall be appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. The Chief Executive Officer shall report directly to the Administrator appointed under subsection (b). (a) In General.-- (1) Director of the peace corps.--The authorities, duties, and responsibilities of the Director of the Peace Corps appointed pursuant to section 4 of the Peace Corps Act, as of the day before the date of the enactment of this Act, are transferred as of such date of enactment to the Director of the Peace Corps established under section 2(c) of this Act. (3) References.--Any reference in law or regulation to the ``Director of the Peace Corps'', on and after the date of the enactment of this Act, shall be treated as a reference to the Director of the Peace Corps established under section 2(c) of this Act. (b) Conforming Amendments.--The Peace Corps Act (22 U.S.C. 2503) is amended in section 12(c)(3), by inserting ``the Administrator of the American Volunteering Corporation,'' after ``or their designees,''. SEC. 4. MODIFICATION TO AMERICORPS OPERATIONS. (a) Corporation for National and Community Service.--The authorities, duties, and responsibilities of the Corporation for National and Community Service under section 193A of the National and Community Service Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12651d), as of the day before the date of the enactment of this Act, are transferred as of such date of enactment to the Chief Executive Office for National and Community Service established under section 2(d) of this Act. (b) National Service Programs.--The assets, liabilities, and obligations of the national service programs under the National and Community Service Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12501 et seq.) and the Domestic Volunteer Service Act of 1973 (42 U.S.C. 4950 et seq. ), as of the day before the date of the enactment of this Act, are transferred as of such date to the American Volunteering Corporation established under section 2(a) of this Act.

To transfer the Peace Corps and the Corporation for National and Community Service under the umbrella of an American Volunteering Corporation, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``American Volunteering Corporation Act''. AMERICAN VOLUNTEERING CORPORATION. (a) Establishment.--There is established as an independent agency within the executive branch of the Federal Government the American Volunteering Corporation, to coordinate and promote service at all levels across the country and internationally. (b) Administrator.--The American Volunteering Corporation shall be headed by an Administrator of the American Volunteering Corporation who shall be appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. The Chief Executive Officer shall report directly to the Administrator appointed under subsection (b). (3) References.--Any reference in law or regulation to the ``Director of the Peace Corps'', on and after the date of the enactment of this Act, shall be treated as a reference to the Director of the Peace Corps established under section 2(c) of this Act. (b) Conforming Amendments.--The Peace Corps Act (22 U.S.C. 2503) is amended in section 12(c)(3), by inserting ``the Administrator of the American Volunteering Corporation,'' after ``or their designees,''. SEC. 4. MODIFICATION TO AMERICORPS OPERATIONS. (a) Corporation for National and Community Service.--The authorities, duties, and responsibilities of the Corporation for National and Community Service under section 193A of the National and Community Service Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. (b) National Service Programs.--The assets, liabilities, and obligations of the national service programs under the National and Community Service Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12501 et seq.) and the Domestic Volunteer Service Act of 1973 (42 U.S.C. 4950 et seq. ), as of the day before the date of the enactment of this Act, are transferred as of such date to the American Volunteering Corporation established under section 2(a) of this Act.

To transfer the Peace Corps and the Corporation for National and Community Service under the umbrella of an American Volunteering Corporation, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``American Volunteering Corporation Act''. SEC. 2. AMERICAN VOLUNTEERING CORPORATION. (a) Establishment.--There is established as an independent agency within the executive branch of the Federal Government the American Volunteering Corporation, to coordinate and promote service at all levels across the country and internationally. (b) Administrator.--The American Volunteering Corporation shall be headed by an Administrator of the American Volunteering Corporation who shall be appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. (c) Director of the Peace Corps.--There shall be a Director of the Peace Corps and a Deputy Director of the Peace Corps, who shall be appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. The Director shall report directly to the Administrator appointed under subsection (b). (d) CEO of Corporation for National and Community Service.--There shall be a Chief Executive Officer for National and Community Service, who shall be appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. The Chief Executive Officer shall report directly to the Administrator appointed under subsection (b). SEC. 3. MODIFICATIONS TO PEACE CORPS OPERATIONS. (a) In General.-- (1) Director of the peace corps.--The authorities, duties, and responsibilities of the Director of the Peace Corps appointed pursuant to section 4 of the Peace Corps Act, as of the day before the date of the enactment of this Act, are transferred as of such date of enactment to the Director of the Peace Corps established under section 2(c) of this Act. (2) Peace corps.--The assets, liabilities, and obligations of the Peace Corps, as of the day before the date of the enactment of this Act, are transferred as of such date to the American Volunteering Corporation established under section 2(a) of this Act. (3) References.--Any reference in law or regulation to the ``Director of the Peace Corps'', on and after the date of the enactment of this Act, shall be treated as a reference to the Director of the Peace Corps established under section 2(c) of this Act. (b) Conforming Amendments.--The Peace Corps Act (22 U.S.C. 2503) is amended in section 12(c)(3), by inserting ``the Administrator of the American Volunteering Corporation,'' after ``or their designees,''. SEC. 4. MODIFICATION TO AMERICORPS OPERATIONS. (a) Corporation for National and Community Service.--The authorities, duties, and responsibilities of the Corporation for National and Community Service under section 193A of the National and Community Service Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12651d), as of the day before the date of the enactment of this Act, are transferred as of such date of enactment to the Chief Executive Office for National and Community Service established under section 2(d) of this Act. (b) National Service Programs.--The assets, liabilities, and obligations of the national service programs under the National and Community Service Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12501 et seq.) and the Domestic Volunteer Service Act of 1973 (42 U.S.C. 4950 et seq.), as of the day before the date of the enactment of this Act, are transferred as of such date to the American Volunteering Corporation established under section 2(a) of this Act. (c) References.--Any reference in law or regulation to the ``Chief Executive Officer for National and Community Service'' shall be treated as a reference to the Chief Executive Officer for National and Community Service established under section 2(d) of this Act. <all>

To transfer the Peace Corps and the Corporation for National and Community Service under the umbrella of an American Volunteering Corporation, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``American Volunteering Corporation Act''. SEC. 2. AMERICAN VOLUNTEERING CORPORATION. (a) Establishment.--There is established as an independent agency within the executive branch of the Federal Government the American Volunteering Corporation, to coordinate and promote service at all levels across the country and internationally. (b) Administrator.--The American Volunteering Corporation shall be headed by an Administrator of the American Volunteering Corporation who shall be appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. (c) Director of the Peace Corps.--There shall be a Director of the Peace Corps and a Deputy Director of the Peace Corps, who shall be appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. The Director shall report directly to the Administrator appointed under subsection (b). (d) CEO of Corporation for National and Community Service.--There shall be a Chief Executive Officer for National and Community Service, who shall be appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. The Chief Executive Officer shall report directly to the Administrator appointed under subsection (b). SEC. 3. MODIFICATIONS TO PEACE CORPS OPERATIONS. (a) In General.-- (1) Director of the peace corps.--The authorities, duties, and responsibilities of the Director of the Peace Corps appointed pursuant to section 4 of the Peace Corps Act, as of the day before the date of the enactment of this Act, are transferred as of such date of enactment to the Director of the Peace Corps established under section 2(c) of this Act. (2) Peace corps.--The assets, liabilities, and obligations of the Peace Corps, as of the day before the date of the enactment of this Act, are transferred as of such date to the American Volunteering Corporation established under section 2(a) of this Act. (3) References.--Any reference in law or regulation to the ``Director of the Peace Corps'', on and after the date of the enactment of this Act, shall be treated as a reference to the Director of the Peace Corps established under section 2(c) of this Act. (b) Conforming Amendments.--The Peace Corps Act (22 U.S.C. 2503) is amended in section 12(c)(3), by inserting ``the Administrator of the American Volunteering Corporation,'' after ``or their designees,''. SEC. 4. MODIFICATION TO AMERICORPS OPERATIONS. (a) Corporation for National and Community Service.--The authorities, duties, and responsibilities of the Corporation for National and Community Service under section 193A of the National and Community Service Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12651d), as of the day before the date of the enactment of this Act, are transferred as of such date of enactment to the Chief Executive Office for National and Community Service established under section 2(d) of this Act. (b) National Service Programs.--The assets, liabilities, and obligations of the national service programs under the National and Community Service Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12501 et seq.) and the Domestic Volunteer Service Act of 1973 (42 U.S.C. 4950 et seq.), as of the day before the date of the enactment of this Act, are transferred as of such date to the American Volunteering Corporation established under section 2(a) of this Act. (c) References.--Any reference in law or regulation to the ``Chief Executive Officer for National and Community Service'' shall be treated as a reference to the Chief Executive Officer for National and Community Service established under section 2(d) of this Act. <all>

To transfer the Peace Corps and the Corporation for National and Community Service under the umbrella of an American Volunteering Corporation, and for other purposes. AMERICAN VOLUNTEERING CORPORATION. ( d) CEO of Corporation for National and Community Service.--There shall be a Chief Executive Officer for National and Community Service, who shall be appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. (a) In General.-- (1) Director of the peace corps.--The authorities, duties, and responsibilities of the Director of the Peace Corps appointed pursuant to section 4 of the Peace Corps Act, as of the day before the date of the enactment of this Act, are transferred as of such date of enactment to the Director of the Peace Corps established under section 2(c) of this Act. ( 3) References.--Any reference in law or regulation to the ``Director of the Peace Corps'', on and after the date of the enactment of this Act, shall be treated as a reference to the Director of the Peace Corps established under section 2(c) of this Act. ( 12651d), as of the day before the date of the enactment of this Act, are transferred as of such date of enactment to the Chief Executive Office for National and Community Service established under section 2(d) of this Act. ( b) National Service Programs.--The assets, liabilities, and obligations of the national service programs under the National and Community Service Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12501 et seq.)

To transfer the Peace Corps and the Corporation for National and Community Service under the umbrella of an American Volunteering Corporation, and for other purposes. AMERICAN VOLUNTEERING CORPORATION. ( d) CEO of Corporation for National and Community Service.--There shall be a Chief Executive Officer for National and Community Service, who shall be appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. (3) References.--Any reference in law or regulation to the ``Director of the Peace Corps'', on and after the date of the enactment of this Act, shall be treated as a reference to the Director of the Peace Corps established under section 2(c) of this Act. ( b) National Service Programs.--The assets, liabilities, and obligations of the national service programs under the National and Community Service Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12501 et seq.)

To transfer the Peace Corps and the Corporation for National and Community Service under the umbrella of an American Volunteering Corporation, and for other purposes. AMERICAN VOLUNTEERING CORPORATION. ( d) CEO of Corporation for National and Community Service.--There shall be a Chief Executive Officer for National and Community Service, who shall be appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. (3) References.--Any reference in law or regulation to the ``Director of the Peace Corps'', on and after the date of the enactment of this Act, shall be treated as a reference to the Director of the Peace Corps established under section 2(c) of this Act. ( b) National Service Programs.--The assets, liabilities, and obligations of the national service programs under the National and Community Service Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12501 et seq.)

To transfer the Peace Corps and the Corporation for National and Community Service under the umbrella of an American Volunteering Corporation, and for other purposes. AMERICAN VOLUNTEERING CORPORATION. ( d) CEO of Corporation for National and Community Service.--There shall be a Chief Executive Officer for National and Community Service, who shall be appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. (a) In General.-- (1) Director of the peace corps.--The authorities, duties, and responsibilities of the Director of the Peace Corps appointed pursuant to section 4 of the Peace Corps Act, as of the day before the date of the enactment of this Act, are transferred as of such date of enactment to the Director of the Peace Corps established under section 2(c) of this Act. ( 3) References.--Any reference in law or regulation to the ``Director of the Peace Corps'', on and after the date of the enactment of this Act, shall be treated as a reference to the Director of the Peace Corps established under section 2(c) of this Act. ( 12651d), as of the day before the date of the enactment of this Act, are transferred as of such date of enactment to the Chief Executive Office for National and Community Service established under section 2(d) of this Act. ( b) National Service Programs.--The assets, liabilities, and obligations of the national service programs under the National and Community Service Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12501 et seq.)

To transfer the Peace Corps and the Corporation for National and Community Service under the umbrella of an American Volunteering Corporation, and for other purposes. AMERICAN VOLUNTEERING CORPORATION. ( d) CEO of Corporation for National and Community Service.--There shall be a Chief Executive Officer for National and Community Service, who shall be appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. (3) References.--Any reference in law or regulation to the ``Director of the Peace Corps'', on and after the date of the enactment of this Act, shall be treated as a reference to the Director of the Peace Corps established under section 2(c) of this Act. ( b) National Service Programs.--The assets, liabilities, and obligations of the national service programs under the National and Community Service Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12501 et seq.)

To transfer the Peace Corps and the Corporation for National and Community Service under the umbrella of an American Volunteering Corporation, and for other purposes. AMERICAN VOLUNTEERING CORPORATION. ( d) CEO of Corporation for National and Community Service.--There shall be a Chief Executive Officer for National and Community Service, who shall be appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. (a) In General.-- (1) Director of the peace corps.--The authorities, duties, and responsibilities of the Director of the Peace Corps appointed pursuant to section 4 of the Peace Corps Act, as of the day before the date of the enactment of this Act, are transferred as of such date of enactment to the Director of the Peace Corps established under section 2(c) of this Act. ( 3) References.--Any reference in law or regulation to the ``Director of the Peace Corps'', on and after the date of the enactment of this Act, shall be treated as a reference to the Director of the Peace Corps established under section 2(c) of this Act. ( 12651d), as of the day before the date of the enactment of this Act, are transferred as of such date of enactment to the Chief Executive Office for National and Community Service established under section 2(d) of this Act. ( b) National Service Programs.--The assets, liabilities, and obligations of the national service programs under the National and Community Service Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12501 et seq.)

To transfer the Peace Corps and the Corporation for National and Community Service under the umbrella of an American Volunteering Corporation, and for other purposes. AMERICAN VOLUNTEERING CORPORATION. ( d) CEO of Corporation for National and Community Service.--There shall be a Chief Executive Officer for National and Community Service, who shall be appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. (3) References.--Any reference in law or regulation to the ``Director of the Peace Corps'', on and after the date of the enactment of this Act, shall be treated as a reference to the Director of the Peace Corps established under section 2(c) of this Act. ( b) National Service Programs.--The assets, liabilities, and obligations of the national service programs under the National and Community Service Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12501 et seq.)

To transfer the Peace Corps and the Corporation for National and Community Service under the umbrella of an American Volunteering Corporation, and for other purposes. AMERICAN VOLUNTEERING CORPORATION. ( d) CEO of Corporation for National and Community Service.--There shall be a Chief Executive Officer for National and Community Service, who shall be appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. (a) In General.-- (1) Director of the peace corps.--The authorities, duties, and responsibilities of the Director of the Peace Corps appointed pursuant to section 4 of the Peace Corps Act, as of the day before the date of the enactment of this Act, are transferred as of such date of enactment to the Director of the Peace Corps established under section 2(c) of this Act. ( 3) References.--Any reference in law or regulation to the ``Director of the Peace Corps'', on and after the date of the enactment of this Act, shall be treated as a reference to the Director of the Peace Corps established under section 2(c) of this Act. ( 12651d), as of the day before the date of the enactment of this Act, are transferred as of such date of enactment to the Chief Executive Office for National and Community Service established under section 2(d) of this Act. ( b) National Service Programs.--The assets, liabilities, and obligations of the national service programs under the National and Community Service Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12501 et seq.)

To transfer the Peace Corps and the Corporation for National and Community Service under the umbrella of an American Volunteering Corporation, and for other purposes. AMERICAN VOLUNTEERING CORPORATION. ( d) CEO of Corporation for National and Community Service.--There shall be a Chief Executive Officer for National and Community Service, who shall be appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. (3) References.--Any reference in law or regulation to the ``Director of the Peace Corps'', on and after the date of the enactment of this Act, shall be treated as a reference to the Director of the Peace Corps established under section 2(c) of this Act. ( b) National Service Programs.--The assets, liabilities, and obligations of the national service programs under the National and Community Service Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12501 et seq.)

To transfer the Peace Corps and the Corporation for National and Community Service under the umbrella of an American Volunteering Corporation, and for other purposes. AMERICAN VOLUNTEERING CORPORATION. ( d) CEO of Corporation for National and Community Service.--There shall be a Chief Executive Officer for National and Community Service, who shall be appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. (a) In General.-- (1) Director of the peace corps.--The authorities, duties, and responsibilities of the Director of the Peace Corps appointed pursuant to section 4 of the Peace Corps Act, as of the day before the date of the enactment of this Act, are transferred as of such date of enactment to the Director of the Peace Corps established under section 2(c) of this Act. ( 3) References.--Any reference in law or regulation to the ``Director of the Peace Corps'', on and after the date of the enactment of this Act, shall be treated as a reference to the Director of the Peace Corps established under section 2(c) of this Act. ( 12651d), as of the day before the date of the enactment of this Act, are transferred as of such date of enactment to the Chief Executive Office for National and Community Service established under section 2(d) of this Act. ( b) National Service Programs.--The assets, liabilities, and obligations of the national service programs under the National and Community Service Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12501 et seq.)

H.R.6596

Armed Forces and National Security

Support our Services to Veterans Caregivers Act or the S.O.S. Veterans Caregivers Act This bill expands eligibility for assistance under the Department of Veterans Affairs Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers. Specifically, the bill expands eligibility for such assistance to caregivers of veterans who have a serious illness that was incurred or aggravated during active military, naval, or air service. Under current law, such assistance is already provided to caregivers of veterans who sustained serious injuries in the course of their military, naval, or air service. The bill also requires the provision of an annual multidimensional assessment to measure burdens felt by family caregivers who are designated as the primary providers of personal care services to such veterans.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify that caregivers for veterans with serious illnesses are eligible for assistance and support services provided by the Secretary 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 ``Support Our Services to Veterans Caregivers Act'' or the ``S.O.S. Veterans Caregivers Act''. SEC. 2. IMPROVEMENTS TO SERVICES PROVIDED TO CAREGIVERS OF VETERANS. (a) Caregivers of Veterans With Serious Illnesses.--Paragraph (2)(B) of section 1720G(a) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by inserting ``illness or'' after ``serious'' each place it appears. (b) Assessing Caregiver and Veteran Burden and Satisfaction.-- (1) Survey.--Paragraph (3)(A)(ii) of such section is amended-- (A) in subclause (V), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in subclause (VI)(bb), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following new subclause: ``(VII) not less than annually, a multidimensional assessment to measure, in both objective and subjective terms, the burden and strain felt by the family caregiver.''. (2) Reports.--Section 101(c)(2)(B) of the Caregivers and Veterans Omnibus Health Services Act of 2010 (Public Law 111- 163; 38 U.S.C. 1720G note) is amended-- (A) in clause (ii), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in clause (iii), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) a description of the satisfaction experienced by caregivers and veterans with respect to such program, including any findings regarding whether such program reduces the burden and strain felt by caregivers.''. (c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to services provided after the date of the enactment of this Act. <all>

S.O.S. Veterans Caregivers Act

To amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify that caregivers for veterans with serious illnesses are eligible for assistance and support services provided by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.

S.O.S. Veterans Caregivers Act Support Our Services to Veterans Caregivers Act

Rep. Ruiz, Raul

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This bill expands eligibility for assistance under the Department of Veterans Affairs Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers. Specifically, the bill expands eligibility for such assistance to caregivers of veterans who have a serious illness that was incurred or aggravated during active military, naval, or air service. Under current law, such assistance is already provided to caregivers of veterans who sustained serious injuries in the course of their military, naval, or air service. The bill also requires the provision of an annual multidimensional assessment to measure burdens felt by family caregivers who are designated as the primary providers of personal care services to such veterans.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify that caregivers for veterans with serious illnesses are eligible for assistance and support services provided by the Secretary 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 ``Support Our Services to Veterans Caregivers Act'' or the ``S.O.S. Veterans Caregivers Act''. SEC. 2. IMPROVEMENTS TO SERVICES PROVIDED TO CAREGIVERS OF VETERANS. (a) Caregivers of Veterans With Serious Illnesses.--Paragraph (2)(B) of section 1720G(a) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by inserting ``illness or'' after ``serious'' each place it appears. (b) Assessing Caregiver and Veteran Burden and Satisfaction.-- (1) Survey.--Paragraph (3)(A)(ii) of such section is amended-- (A) in subclause (V), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in subclause (VI)(bb), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following new subclause: ``(VII) not less than annually, a multidimensional assessment to measure, in both objective and subjective terms, the burden and strain felt by the family caregiver.''. (2) Reports.--Section 101(c)(2)(B) of the Caregivers and Veterans Omnibus Health Services Act of 2010 (Public Law 111- 163; 38 U.S.C. 1720G note) is amended-- (A) in clause (ii), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in clause (iii), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) a description of the satisfaction experienced by caregivers and veterans with respect to such program, including any findings regarding whether such program reduces the burden and strain felt by caregivers.''. (c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to services provided after the date of the enactment of this Act. <all>

To amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify that caregivers for veterans with serious illnesses are eligible for assistance and support services provided by the Secretary 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 ``Support Our Services to Veterans Caregivers Act'' or the ``S.O.S. Veterans Caregivers Act''. SEC. 2. IMPROVEMENTS TO SERVICES PROVIDED TO CAREGIVERS OF VETERANS. (a) Caregivers of Veterans With Serious Illnesses.--Paragraph (2)(B) of section 1720G(a) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by inserting ``illness or'' after ``serious'' each place it appears. (b) Assessing Caregiver and Veteran Burden and Satisfaction.-- (1) Survey.--Paragraph (3)(A)(ii) of such section is amended-- (A) in subclause (V), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in subclause (VI)(bb), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following new subclause: ``(VII) not less than annually, a multidimensional assessment to measure, in both objective and subjective terms, the burden and strain felt by the family caregiver.''. (2) Reports.--Section 101(c)(2)(B) of the Caregivers and Veterans Omnibus Health Services Act of 2010 (Public Law 111- 163; 38 U.S.C. 1720G note) is amended-- (A) in clause (ii), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in clause (iii), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) a description of the satisfaction experienced by caregivers and veterans with respect to such program, including any findings regarding whether such program reduces the burden and strain felt by caregivers.''. (c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to services provided after the date of the enactment of this Act. <all>

To amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify that caregivers for veterans with serious illnesses are eligible for assistance and support services provided by the Secretary 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 ``Support Our Services to Veterans Caregivers Act'' or the ``S.O.S. Veterans Caregivers Act''. SEC. 2. IMPROVEMENTS TO SERVICES PROVIDED TO CAREGIVERS OF VETERANS. (a) Caregivers of Veterans With Serious Illnesses.--Paragraph (2)(B) of section 1720G(a) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by inserting ``illness or'' after ``serious'' each place it appears. (b) Assessing Caregiver and Veteran Burden and Satisfaction.-- (1) Survey.--Paragraph (3)(A)(ii) of such section is amended-- (A) in subclause (V), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in subclause (VI)(bb), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following new subclause: ``(VII) not less than annually, a multidimensional assessment to measure, in both objective and subjective terms, the burden and strain felt by the family caregiver.''. (2) Reports.--Section 101(c)(2)(B) of the Caregivers and Veterans Omnibus Health Services Act of 2010 (Public Law 111- 163; 38 U.S.C. 1720G note) is amended-- (A) in clause (ii), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in clause (iii), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) a description of the satisfaction experienced by caregivers and veterans with respect to such program, including any findings regarding whether such program reduces the burden and strain felt by caregivers.''. (c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to services provided after the date of the enactment of this Act. <all>

To amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify that caregivers for veterans with serious illnesses are eligible for assistance and support services provided by the Secretary 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 ``Support Our Services to Veterans Caregivers Act'' or the ``S.O.S. Veterans Caregivers Act''. SEC. 2. IMPROVEMENTS TO SERVICES PROVIDED TO CAREGIVERS OF VETERANS. (a) Caregivers of Veterans With Serious Illnesses.--Paragraph (2)(B) of section 1720G(a) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by inserting ``illness or'' after ``serious'' each place it appears. (b) Assessing Caregiver and Veteran Burden and Satisfaction.-- (1) Survey.--Paragraph (3)(A)(ii) of such section is amended-- (A) in subclause (V), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in subclause (VI)(bb), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following new subclause: ``(VII) not less than annually, a multidimensional assessment to measure, in both objective and subjective terms, the burden and strain felt by the family caregiver.''. (2) Reports.--Section 101(c)(2)(B) of the Caregivers and Veterans Omnibus Health Services Act of 2010 (Public Law 111- 163; 38 U.S.C. 1720G note) is amended-- (A) in clause (ii), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in clause (iii), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) a description of the satisfaction experienced by caregivers and veterans with respect to such program, including any findings regarding whether such program reduces the burden and strain felt by caregivers.''. (c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to services provided after the date of the enactment of this Act. <all>

To amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify that caregivers for veterans with serious illnesses are eligible for assistance and support services provided by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes. a) Caregivers of Veterans With Serious Illnesses.--Paragraph (2)(B) of section 1720G(a) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by inserting ``illness or'' after ``serious'' each place it appears. ( 1720G note) is amended-- (A) in clause (ii), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in clause (iii), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) a description of the satisfaction experienced by caregivers and veterans with respect to such program, including any findings regarding whether such program reduces the burden and strain felt by caregivers.''. ( c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to services provided after the date of the enactment of this Act.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify that caregivers for veterans with serious illnesses are eligible for assistance and support services provided by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes. 2) Reports.--Section 101(c)(2)(B) of the Caregivers and Veterans Omnibus Health Services Act of 2010 (Public Law 111- 163; 38 U.S.C. 1720G note) is amended-- (A) in clause (ii), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in clause (iii), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) a description of the satisfaction experienced by caregivers and veterans with respect to such program, including any findings regarding whether such program reduces the burden and strain felt by caregivers.''. (

To amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify that caregivers for veterans with serious illnesses are eligible for assistance and support services provided by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes. 2) Reports.--Section 101(c)(2)(B) of the Caregivers and Veterans Omnibus Health Services Act of 2010 (Public Law 111- 163; 38 U.S.C. 1720G note) is amended-- (A) in clause (ii), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in clause (iii), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) a description of the satisfaction experienced by caregivers and veterans with respect to such program, including any findings regarding whether such program reduces the burden and strain felt by caregivers.''. (

To amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify that caregivers for veterans with serious illnesses are eligible for assistance and support services provided by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes. a) Caregivers of Veterans With Serious Illnesses.--Paragraph (2)(B) of section 1720G(a) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by inserting ``illness or'' after ``serious'' each place it appears. ( 1720G note) is amended-- (A) in clause (ii), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in clause (iii), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) a description of the satisfaction experienced by caregivers and veterans with respect to such program, including any findings regarding whether such program reduces the burden and strain felt by caregivers.''. ( c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to services provided after the date of the enactment of this Act.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify that caregivers for veterans with serious illnesses are eligible for assistance and support services provided by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes. 2) Reports.--Section 101(c)(2)(B) of the Caregivers and Veterans Omnibus Health Services Act of 2010 (Public Law 111- 163; 38 U.S.C. 1720G note) is amended-- (A) in clause (ii), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in clause (iii), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) a description of the satisfaction experienced by caregivers and veterans with respect to such program, including any findings regarding whether such program reduces the burden and strain felt by caregivers.''. (

To amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify that caregivers for veterans with serious illnesses are eligible for assistance and support services provided by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes. a) Caregivers of Veterans With Serious Illnesses.--Paragraph (2)(B) of section 1720G(a) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by inserting ``illness or'' after ``serious'' each place it appears. ( 1720G note) is amended-- (A) in clause (ii), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in clause (iii), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) a description of the satisfaction experienced by caregivers and veterans with respect to such program, including any findings regarding whether such program reduces the burden and strain felt by caregivers.''. ( c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to services provided after the date of the enactment of this Act.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify that caregivers for veterans with serious illnesses are eligible for assistance and support services provided by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes. 2) Reports.--Section 101(c)(2)(B) of the Caregivers and Veterans Omnibus Health Services Act of 2010 (Public Law 111- 163; 38 U.S.C. 1720G note) is amended-- (A) in clause (ii), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in clause (iii), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) a description of the satisfaction experienced by caregivers and veterans with respect to such program, including any findings regarding whether such program reduces the burden and strain felt by caregivers.''. (

To amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify that caregivers for veterans with serious illnesses are eligible for assistance and support services provided by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes. a) Caregivers of Veterans With Serious Illnesses.--Paragraph (2)(B) of section 1720G(a) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by inserting ``illness or'' after ``serious'' each place it appears. ( 1720G note) is amended-- (A) in clause (ii), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in clause (iii), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) a description of the satisfaction experienced by caregivers and veterans with respect to such program, including any findings regarding whether such program reduces the burden and strain felt by caregivers.''. ( c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to services provided after the date of the enactment of this Act.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify that caregivers for veterans with serious illnesses are eligible for assistance and support services provided by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes. 2) Reports.--Section 101(c)(2)(B) of the Caregivers and Veterans Omnibus Health Services Act of 2010 (Public Law 111- 163; 38 U.S.C. 1720G note) is amended-- (A) in clause (ii), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in clause (iii), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) a description of the satisfaction experienced by caregivers and veterans with respect to such program, including any findings regarding whether such program reduces the burden and strain felt by caregivers.''. (

To amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify that caregivers for veterans with serious illnesses are eligible for assistance and support services provided by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes. a) Caregivers of Veterans With Serious Illnesses.--Paragraph (2)(B) of section 1720G(a) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by inserting ``illness or'' after ``serious'' each place it appears. ( 1720G note) is amended-- (A) in clause (ii), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in clause (iii), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) a description of the satisfaction experienced by caregivers and veterans with respect to such program, including any findings regarding whether such program reduces the burden and strain felt by caregivers.''. ( c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to services provided after the date of the enactment of this Act.

H.R.7191

Housing and Community Development

Homes for All Act of 2021 This bill provides funding for the construction of new public housing units, authorizes additional assistance for the construction of new affordable housing units, and otherwise addresses housing affordability. Specifically, the bill provides permanent, mandatory funding for the capital and operating funds available to public housing agencies (PHAs) and allows PHAs to use such funds to construct new public housing units. Under current law, a PHA generally may not use such funds to construct public housing units if doing so would result in a net increase of the number of public housing units owned, assisted, or operated by the PHA. The bill also (1) provides annual funding through FY2032 for the construction of new public housing units; and (2) authorizes additional assistance through FY2032 from the Housing Trust Fund for the construction of new, private-market, affordable housing units. A PHA may not discriminate, with respect to the rental of a unit developed with assistance under the bill, based on an individual's criminal record or immigration status. Additionally, a PHA receiving such assistance must meet specified requirements with respect to the new units regarding other forms of discrimination, supportive services, environmental standards, and accessibility. Finally, the bill requires the Department of Housing and Urban Development to establish a Community Control and Anti-Displacement Fund to award grants to local governments for the purpose of combatting gentrification and neighborhood destabilization.

To establish new units of public housing and private market affordable housing, to provide grants to combat gentrification and neighborhood destabilization, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Homes for All Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. CONGRESSIONAL FINDINGS. The Congress finds that-- (1) Every State and large metropolitan area in the United States is facing a shortage of affordable housing options for people who are very or extremely low-income. (2) More than 18 million households--1 in 6--are paying more than half of their income on housing and are considered severely cost-burdened. (3) The current affordable housing shortage facing the United States cannot be addressed solely by the private market, necessitating significant Federal intervention and investment. (4) The Federal Government must adopt a policy that guarantees the right to housing for all individuals, strengthen neighborhoods, and address the failures of the free market in housing by building new public housing and investing in private affordable housing. SEC. 3. CONSTRUCTION OF NEW PUBLIC HOUSING. (a) Purpose.--It is the purpose of this section to fund the construction of 9,500,000 publicly owned dwelling units over 10 years. (b) Repeal of Faircloth Amendment.--Section 9(g) of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437g(g)) is amended by striking paragraph (3) (relating to limitation on new construction). (c) Full Funding of Public Housing Operating and Capital Expenses Under Mandatory Spending.--Subsection (c) of section 9 of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437g(c)) is amended by striking paragraph (2) and inserting the following new paragraphs: ``(2) Funding.--For fiscal year 2022 and each fiscal year thereafter, each public housing agency shall be entitled to assistance in the following amounts: ``(A) Capital fund.--From the Capital Fund under subsection (d), such amount as may be necessary to fully fund the capital needs of the agency for such fiscal year, as determined in accordance with such subsection. ``(B) Operating fund.--From the Operating Fund under subsection (e), such amount as may be necessary to fully fund the operating needs of the agency for such fiscal year, as determined in accordance with such subsection. ``(3) Permanent appropriations.--For fiscal year 2022 and each fiscal year thereafter, there is appropriated-- ``(A) for the Capital Fund, an amount equivalent to the aggregate of the amounts to which each public housing agency is entitled under paragraph (2)(A); and ``(B) for the Operating Fund, an amount equivalent to the aggregate of the amounts to which each public housing agency is entitled under paragraph (2)(B).''. (d) Homes for All New Construction Program.-- (1) Authorization of appropriations.--Section 8 of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437f) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(ee) Homes for All.-- ``(1) In general.--There shall be appropriated $80,000,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2032 for annual contribution contracts for assistance under section 5(a)(2) to cover the development costs for new public housing dwelling units that meet the requirements of this subsection. ``(2) Requirements.-- ``(A) Public housing.--All dwelling units funded with amounts made available pursuant to this subsection shall comply with and be operated in compliance with all requirements applicable to public housing (as defined in section 3(b)) and the requirements of this subsection. ``(B) Regulations.--The Secretary shall issue regulations to ensure, to the extent practicable, that dwelling units funded with amounts made available pursuant to this subsection comply with the following: ``(i) Use.--Notwithstanding any provision of this Act, such units shall be operated as public housing during the entire useful life of such dwelling units and may not be sold or otherwise alienated by the public housing agency receiving such amounts during such useful life. ``(ii) Location and accessibility.--Such units shall be located in a manner that complies with such standards as the Secretary, in conjunction with the Secretary of the Department of Transportation, shall establish to ensure proper integration of housing and public transit and ensure that residents of such units have access to sufficient transportation options. Standards should ensure that such units should be integrated with public transit and vehicle alternatives such as walking and biking and should accommodate differences between a transit hub in a town or reservation compared with a large city. ``(iii) Environmental standards.--Such units shall comply with such standards as the Secretary shall establish to ensure such units are designed, built, and operated according to the highest possible environmental standard, with a focus on minimizing energy costs and achieving carbon neutrality. ``(iv) Tenancy restrictions.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this subsection shall not refuse to rent a dwelling unit developed with such assistance or otherwise discriminate in the rental of such a dwelling unit based on an individual's criminal record or immigration status. ``(v) Anti-discrimination.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this subsection shall not refuse to rent a dwelling unit developed with such assistance or otherwise discriminate in the rental of such a dwelling unit because of the sexual orientation or gender identity of any person. ``(vi) Affirmatively furthering fair housing.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this subsection shall comply with the final rule entitled `Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing' (80 Fed. Reg. 42272 (July 16, 2015)). ``(vii) Supportive services.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this subsection shall develop a supportive services plan to ensure that residents have access to free, voluntary programs that address the needs of people experiencing chronic homelessness and housing instability. Services provided should include assistance with accessing healthcare, employment, education, childcare, financial literacy and other community-based supportive services.''. SEC. 4. CONSTRUCTION OF PRIVATE MARKET AFFORDABLE HOUSING. (a) Purpose.--It is the purpose of this section to fund the construction of 2,500,000 private market affordable housing dwelling units over 10 years. (b) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated $20,000,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2032 for crediting to the Housing Trust Fund under section 1338 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1992 (12 U.S.C. 4568), which amounts shall be available only for assistance for production of new dwelling units that comply with the requirements of such section 1338 and this section. (c) Use.--Notwithstanding any provision of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437 et seq.), all units developed using amounts made available pursuant to this section shall remain affordable housing units for the entire useful life of such dwelling units. (d) Location and Accessibility.--All dwelling units developed using amounts made available pursuant to this section shall be located in a manner that complies with such standards as the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (in this subsection referred to as the ``Secretary''), in conjunction with the Secretary of the Department of Transportation, shall establish to ensure proper integration of housing and public transit and ensure that residents of such units have access to sufficient transportation options. Standards should ensure that such units should be integrated with public transit and vehicle alternatives such as walking and biking and should accommodate differences between a transit hub in a town or reservation compared with a large city. (e) Environmental Standards.--All dwelling units developed using amounts made available pursuant to this section shall comply with such standards as the Secretary shall establish to ensure units are designed, built, and operated according to the highest possible environmental standard, with a focus on minimizing energy costs and achieving carbon neutrality. (f) Tenancy Restrictions.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this section shall not refuse to rent a dwelling unit developed with such assistance or otherwise discriminate in the rental of such a dwelling unit based on an individual's criminal record or immigration status. (g) Anti-Discrimination.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this section shall not refuse to rent a dwelling unit developed with such assistance or otherwise discriminate in the rental of such a dwelling unit because of the sexual orientation or gender identity of any person. (h) Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this section shall comply with the final rule entitled ``Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing'' (80 Fed. Reg. 42272 (July 16, 2015)). (i) Supportive Services.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this section shall develop a supportive services plan to ensure that residents have access to free, voluntary programs that address the needs of people experiencing chronic homelessness and housing instability. Services provided should include assistance with accessing healthcare, employment, education, childcare, financial literacy and other community-based supportive services. SEC. 5. COMMUNITY CONTROL AND ANTI-DISPLACEMENT FUND. (a) Establishment.--The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development shall establish a program to be known as the ``Community Control and Anti-Displacement Fund'' to provide grants to local governments for the purposes of combating gentrification and neighborhood destabilization. (b) Priority.--The Secretary shall prioritize awards to local governments that propose projects or programs that encourage alternative ownership housing models that give renters agency over how the housing is operated and that protect housing affordability. (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development $200,000,000,000 for fiscal years 2022 through 2032 to carry out this section. <all>

Homes for All Act of 2021

To establish new units of public housing and private market affordable housing, to provide grants to combat gentrification and neighborhood destabilization, and for other purposes.

Homes for All Act of 2021

Rep. Omar, Ilhan

D

MN

This bill provides funding for the construction of new public housing units, authorizes additional assistance for the construction of new affordable housing units, and otherwise addresses housing affordability. Specifically, the bill provides permanent, mandatory funding for the capital and operating funds available to public housing agencies (PHAs) and allows PHAs to use such funds to construct new public housing units. Under current law, a PHA generally may not use such funds to construct public housing units if doing so would result in a net increase of the number of public housing units owned, assisted, or operated by the PHA. The bill also (1) provides annual funding through FY2032 for the construction of new public housing units; and (2) authorizes additional assistance through FY2032 from the Housing Trust Fund for the construction of new, private-market, affordable housing units. A PHA may not discriminate, with respect to the rental of a unit developed with assistance under the bill, based on an individual's criminal record or immigration status. Additionally, a PHA receiving such assistance must meet specified requirements with respect to the new units regarding other forms of discrimination, supportive services, environmental standards, and accessibility. Finally, the bill requires the Department of Housing and Urban Development to establish a Community Control and Anti-Displacement Fund to award grants to local governments for the purpose of combatting gentrification and neighborhood destabilization.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Homes for All Act of 2021''. 2. CONGRESSIONAL FINDINGS. (2) More than 18 million households--1 in 6--are paying more than half of their income on housing and are considered severely cost-burdened. 3. CONSTRUCTION OF NEW PUBLIC HOUSING. 1437g(g)) is amended by striking paragraph (3) (relating to limitation on new construction). ``(B) Operating fund.--From the Operating Fund under subsection (e), such amount as may be necessary to fully fund the operating needs of the agency for such fiscal year, as determined in accordance with such subsection. ``(ii) Location and accessibility.--Such units shall be located in a manner that complies with such standards as the Secretary, in conjunction with the Secretary of the Department of Transportation, shall establish to ensure proper integration of housing and public transit and ensure that residents of such units have access to sufficient transportation options. ``(iii) Environmental standards.--Such units shall comply with such standards as the Secretary shall establish to ensure such units are designed, built, and operated according to the highest possible environmental standard, with a focus on minimizing energy costs and achieving carbon neutrality. ``(iv) Tenancy restrictions.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this subsection shall not refuse to rent a dwelling unit developed with such assistance or otherwise discriminate in the rental of such a dwelling unit based on an individual's criminal record or immigration status. Services provided should include assistance with accessing healthcare, employment, education, childcare, financial literacy and other community-based supportive services.''. 4. CONSTRUCTION OF PRIVATE MARKET AFFORDABLE HOUSING. (c) Use.--Notwithstanding any provision of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437 et seq. ), all units developed using amounts made available pursuant to this section shall remain affordable housing units for the entire useful life of such dwelling units. Standards should ensure that such units should be integrated with public transit and vehicle alternatives such as walking and biking and should accommodate differences between a transit hub in a town or reservation compared with a large city. (h) Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this section shall comply with the final rule entitled ``Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing'' (80 Fed. Reg. 42272 (July 16, 2015)). SEC. 5. (a) Establishment.--The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development shall establish a program to be known as the ``Community Control and Anti-Displacement Fund'' to provide grants to local governments for the purposes of combating gentrification and neighborhood destabilization. (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development $200,000,000,000 for fiscal years 2022 through 2032 to carry out this section.

2. 3. CONSTRUCTION OF NEW PUBLIC HOUSING. 1437g(g)) is amended by striking paragraph (3) (relating to limitation on new construction). ``(B) Operating fund.--From the Operating Fund under subsection (e), such amount as may be necessary to fully fund the operating needs of the agency for such fiscal year, as determined in accordance with such subsection. ``(ii) Location and accessibility.--Such units shall be located in a manner that complies with such standards as the Secretary, in conjunction with the Secretary of the Department of Transportation, shall establish to ensure proper integration of housing and public transit and ensure that residents of such units have access to sufficient transportation options. ``(iii) Environmental standards.--Such units shall comply with such standards as the Secretary shall establish to ensure such units are designed, built, and operated according to the highest possible environmental standard, with a focus on minimizing energy costs and achieving carbon neutrality. Services provided should include assistance with accessing healthcare, employment, education, childcare, financial literacy and other community-based supportive services.''. 4. CONSTRUCTION OF PRIVATE MARKET AFFORDABLE HOUSING. (c) Use.--Notwithstanding any provision of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. ), all units developed using amounts made available pursuant to this section shall remain affordable housing units for the entire useful life of such dwelling units. Standards should ensure that such units should be integrated with public transit and vehicle alternatives such as walking and biking and should accommodate differences between a transit hub in a town or reservation compared with a large city. (h) Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this section shall comply with the final rule entitled ``Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing'' (80 Fed. Reg. 42272 (July 16, 2015)). SEC. 5. (a) Establishment.--The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development shall establish a program to be known as the ``Community Control and Anti-Displacement Fund'' to provide grants to local governments for the purposes of combating gentrification and neighborhood destabilization. (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development $200,000,000,000 for fiscal years 2022 through 2032 to carry out this section.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Homes for All Act of 2021''. 2. CONGRESSIONAL FINDINGS. (2) More than 18 million households--1 in 6--are paying more than half of their income on housing and are considered severely cost-burdened. (3) The current affordable housing shortage facing the United States cannot be addressed solely by the private market, necessitating significant Federal intervention and investment. 3. CONSTRUCTION OF NEW PUBLIC HOUSING. (a) Purpose.--It is the purpose of this section to fund the construction of 9,500,000 publicly owned dwelling units over 10 years. 1437g(g)) is amended by striking paragraph (3) (relating to limitation on new construction). 1437g(c)) is amended by striking paragraph (2) and inserting the following new paragraphs: ``(2) Funding.--For fiscal year 2022 and each fiscal year thereafter, each public housing agency shall be entitled to assistance in the following amounts: ``(A) Capital fund.--From the Capital Fund under subsection (d), such amount as may be necessary to fully fund the capital needs of the agency for such fiscal year, as determined in accordance with such subsection. ``(B) Operating fund.--From the Operating Fund under subsection (e), such amount as may be necessary to fully fund the operating needs of the agency for such fiscal year, as determined in accordance with such subsection. ``(2) Requirements.-- ``(A) Public housing.--All dwelling units funded with amounts made available pursuant to this subsection shall comply with and be operated in compliance with all requirements applicable to public housing (as defined in section 3(b)) and the requirements of this subsection. ``(ii) Location and accessibility.--Such units shall be located in a manner that complies with such standards as the Secretary, in conjunction with the Secretary of the Department of Transportation, shall establish to ensure proper integration of housing and public transit and ensure that residents of such units have access to sufficient transportation options. ``(iii) Environmental standards.--Such units shall comply with such standards as the Secretary shall establish to ensure such units are designed, built, and operated according to the highest possible environmental standard, with a focus on minimizing energy costs and achieving carbon neutrality. ``(iv) Tenancy restrictions.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this subsection shall not refuse to rent a dwelling unit developed with such assistance or otherwise discriminate in the rental of such a dwelling unit based on an individual's criminal record or immigration status. ``(vii) Supportive services.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this subsection shall develop a supportive services plan to ensure that residents have access to free, voluntary programs that address the needs of people experiencing chronic homelessness and housing instability. Services provided should include assistance with accessing healthcare, employment, education, childcare, financial literacy and other community-based supportive services.''. 4. CONSTRUCTION OF PRIVATE MARKET AFFORDABLE HOUSING. (c) Use.--Notwithstanding any provision of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437 et seq. ), all units developed using amounts made available pursuant to this section shall remain affordable housing units for the entire useful life of such dwelling units. Standards should ensure that such units should be integrated with public transit and vehicle alternatives such as walking and biking and should accommodate differences between a transit hub in a town or reservation compared with a large city. (h) Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this section shall comply with the final rule entitled ``Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing'' (80 Fed. Reg. 42272 (July 16, 2015)). SEC. 5. (a) Establishment.--The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development shall establish a program to be known as the ``Community Control and Anti-Displacement Fund'' to provide grants to local governments for the purposes of combating gentrification and neighborhood destabilization. (b) Priority.--The Secretary shall prioritize awards to local governments that propose projects or programs that encourage alternative ownership housing models that give renters agency over how the housing is operated and that protect housing affordability. (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development $200,000,000,000 for fiscal years 2022 through 2032 to carry out this section.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Homes for All Act of 2021''. 2. CONGRESSIONAL FINDINGS. The Congress finds that-- (1) Every State and large metropolitan area in the United States is facing a shortage of affordable housing options for people who are very or extremely low-income. (2) More than 18 million households--1 in 6--are paying more than half of their income on housing and are considered severely cost-burdened. (3) The current affordable housing shortage facing the United States cannot be addressed solely by the private market, necessitating significant Federal intervention and investment. (4) The Federal Government must adopt a policy that guarantees the right to housing for all individuals, strengthen neighborhoods, and address the failures of the free market in housing by building new public housing and investing in private affordable housing. 3. CONSTRUCTION OF NEW PUBLIC HOUSING. (a) Purpose.--It is the purpose of this section to fund the construction of 9,500,000 publicly owned dwelling units over 10 years. 1437g(g)) is amended by striking paragraph (3) (relating to limitation on new construction). 1437g(c)) is amended by striking paragraph (2) and inserting the following new paragraphs: ``(2) Funding.--For fiscal year 2022 and each fiscal year thereafter, each public housing agency shall be entitled to assistance in the following amounts: ``(A) Capital fund.--From the Capital Fund under subsection (d), such amount as may be necessary to fully fund the capital needs of the agency for such fiscal year, as determined in accordance with such subsection. ``(B) Operating fund.--From the Operating Fund under subsection (e), such amount as may be necessary to fully fund the operating needs of the agency for such fiscal year, as determined in accordance with such subsection. 1437f) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(ee) Homes for All.-- ``(1) In general.--There shall be appropriated $80,000,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2032 for annual contribution contracts for assistance under section 5(a)(2) to cover the development costs for new public housing dwelling units that meet the requirements of this subsection. ``(2) Requirements.-- ``(A) Public housing.--All dwelling units funded with amounts made available pursuant to this subsection shall comply with and be operated in compliance with all requirements applicable to public housing (as defined in section 3(b)) and the requirements of this subsection. ``(ii) Location and accessibility.--Such units shall be located in a manner that complies with such standards as the Secretary, in conjunction with the Secretary of the Department of Transportation, shall establish to ensure proper integration of housing and public transit and ensure that residents of such units have access to sufficient transportation options. ``(iii) Environmental standards.--Such units shall comply with such standards as the Secretary shall establish to ensure such units are designed, built, and operated according to the highest possible environmental standard, with a focus on minimizing energy costs and achieving carbon neutrality. ``(iv) Tenancy restrictions.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this subsection shall not refuse to rent a dwelling unit developed with such assistance or otherwise discriminate in the rental of such a dwelling unit based on an individual's criminal record or immigration status. ``(v) Anti-discrimination.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this subsection shall not refuse to rent a dwelling unit developed with such assistance or otherwise discriminate in the rental of such a dwelling unit because of the sexual orientation or gender identity of any person. ``(vii) Supportive services.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this subsection shall develop a supportive services plan to ensure that residents have access to free, voluntary programs that address the needs of people experiencing chronic homelessness and housing instability. Services provided should include assistance with accessing healthcare, employment, education, childcare, financial literacy and other community-based supportive services.''. 4. CONSTRUCTION OF PRIVATE MARKET AFFORDABLE HOUSING. 4568), which amounts shall be available only for assistance for production of new dwelling units that comply with the requirements of such section 1338 and this section. (c) Use.--Notwithstanding any provision of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437 et seq. ), all units developed using amounts made available pursuant to this section shall remain affordable housing units for the entire useful life of such dwelling units. Standards should ensure that such units should be integrated with public transit and vehicle alternatives such as walking and biking and should accommodate differences between a transit hub in a town or reservation compared with a large city. (h) Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this section shall comply with the final rule entitled ``Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing'' (80 Fed. Reg. 42272 (July 16, 2015)). SEC. 5. (a) Establishment.--The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development shall establish a program to be known as the ``Community Control and Anti-Displacement Fund'' to provide grants to local governments for the purposes of combating gentrification and neighborhood destabilization. (b) Priority.--The Secretary shall prioritize awards to local governments that propose projects or programs that encourage alternative ownership housing models that give renters agency over how the housing is operated and that protect housing affordability. (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development $200,000,000,000 for fiscal years 2022 through 2032 to carry out this section.

To establish new units of public housing and private market affordable housing, to provide grants to combat gentrification and neighborhood destabilization, and for other purposes. The Congress finds that-- (1) Every State and large metropolitan area in the United States is facing a shortage of affordable housing options for people who are very or extremely low-income. ( 3) The current affordable housing shortage facing the United States cannot be addressed solely by the private market, necessitating significant Federal intervention and investment. ( 1437g(g)) is amended by striking paragraph (3) (relating to limitation on new construction). ( ``(3) Permanent appropriations.--For fiscal year 2022 and each fiscal year thereafter, there is appropriated-- ``(A) for the Capital Fund, an amount equivalent to the aggregate of the amounts to which each public housing agency is entitled under paragraph (2)(A); and ``(B) for the Operating Fund, an amount equivalent to the aggregate of the amounts to which each public housing agency is entitled under paragraph (2)(B).''. ( 1437f) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(ee) Homes for All.-- ``(1) In general.--There shall be appropriated $80,000,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2032 for annual contribution contracts for assistance under section 5(a)(2) to cover the development costs for new public housing dwelling units that meet the requirements of this subsection. ``(ii) Location and accessibility.--Such units shall be located in a manner that complies with such standards as the Secretary, in conjunction with the Secretary of the Department of Transportation, shall establish to ensure proper integration of housing and public transit and ensure that residents of such units have access to sufficient transportation options. Standards should ensure that such units should be integrated with public transit and vehicle alternatives such as walking and biking and should accommodate differences between a transit hub in a town or reservation compared with a large city. ``(iv) Tenancy restrictions.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this subsection shall not refuse to rent a dwelling unit developed with such assistance or otherwise discriminate in the rental of such a dwelling unit based on an individual's criminal record or immigration status. ``(vii) Supportive services.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this subsection shall develop a supportive services plan to ensure that residents have access to free, voluntary programs that address the needs of people experiencing chronic homelessness and housing instability. b) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated $20,000,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2032 for crediting to the Housing Trust Fund under section 1338 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1992 (12 U.S.C. 4568), which amounts shall be available only for assistance for production of new dwelling units that comply with the requirements of such section 1338 and this section. ( (d) Location and Accessibility.--All dwelling units developed using amounts made available pursuant to this section shall be located in a manner that complies with such standards as the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (in this subsection referred to as the ``Secretary''), in conjunction with the Secretary of the Department of Transportation, shall establish to ensure proper integration of housing and public transit and ensure that residents of such units have access to sufficient transportation options. e) Environmental Standards.--All dwelling units developed using amounts made available pursuant to this section shall comply with such standards as the Secretary shall establish to ensure units are designed, built, and operated according to the highest possible environmental standard, with a focus on minimizing energy costs and achieving carbon neutrality. ( (g) Anti-Discrimination.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this section shall not refuse to rent a dwelling unit developed with such assistance or otherwise discriminate in the rental of such a dwelling unit because of the sexual orientation or gender identity of any person. ( b) Priority.--The Secretary shall prioritize awards to local governments that propose projects or programs that encourage alternative ownership housing models that give renters agency over how the housing is operated and that protect housing affordability. (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development $200,000,000,000 for fiscal years 2022 through 2032 to carry out this section.

To establish new units of public housing and private market affordable housing, to provide grants to combat gentrification and neighborhood destabilization, and for other purposes. 3) The current affordable housing shortage facing the United States cannot be addressed solely by the private market, necessitating significant Federal intervention and investment. ( b) Repeal of Faircloth Amendment.--Section 9(g) of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437g(g)) is amended by striking paragraph (3) (relating to limitation on new construction). ( ``(B) Operating fund.--From the Operating Fund under subsection (e), such amount as may be necessary to fully fund the operating needs of the agency for such fiscal year, as determined in accordance with such subsection. d) Homes for All New Construction Program.-- (1) Authorization of appropriations.--Section 8 of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437f) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(ee) Homes for All.-- ``(1) In general.--There shall be appropriated $80,000,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2032 for annual contribution contracts for assistance under section 5(a)(2) to cover the development costs for new public housing dwelling units that meet the requirements of this subsection. Standards should ensure that such units should be integrated with public transit and vehicle alternatives such as walking and biking and should accommodate differences between a transit hub in a town or reservation compared with a large city. ``(iv) Tenancy restrictions.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this subsection shall not refuse to rent a dwelling unit developed with such assistance or otherwise discriminate in the rental of such a dwelling unit based on an individual's criminal record or immigration status. a) Purpose.--It is the purpose of this section to fund the construction of 2,500,000 private market affordable housing dwelling units over 10 years. ( 4568), which amounts shall be available only for assistance for production of new dwelling units that comply with the requirements of such section 1338 and this section. ( e) Environmental Standards.--All dwelling units developed using amounts made available pursuant to this section shall comply with such standards as the Secretary shall establish to ensure units are designed, built, and operated according to the highest possible environmental standard, with a focus on minimizing energy costs and achieving carbon neutrality. ( (i) Supportive Services.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this section shall develop a supportive services plan to ensure that residents have access to free, voluntary programs that address the needs of people experiencing chronic homelessness and housing instability. b) Priority.--The Secretary shall prioritize awards to local governments that propose projects or programs that encourage alternative ownership housing models that give renters agency over how the housing is operated and that protect housing affordability. (

To establish new units of public housing and private market affordable housing, to provide grants to combat gentrification and neighborhood destabilization, and for other purposes. 3) The current affordable housing shortage facing the United States cannot be addressed solely by the private market, necessitating significant Federal intervention and investment. ( b) Repeal of Faircloth Amendment.--Section 9(g) of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437g(g)) is amended by striking paragraph (3) (relating to limitation on new construction). ( ``(B) Operating fund.--From the Operating Fund under subsection (e), such amount as may be necessary to fully fund the operating needs of the agency for such fiscal year, as determined in accordance with such subsection. d) Homes for All New Construction Program.-- (1) Authorization of appropriations.--Section 8 of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437f) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(ee) Homes for All.-- ``(1) In general.--There shall be appropriated $80,000,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2032 for annual contribution contracts for assistance under section 5(a)(2) to cover the development costs for new public housing dwelling units that meet the requirements of this subsection. Standards should ensure that such units should be integrated with public transit and vehicle alternatives such as walking and biking and should accommodate differences between a transit hub in a town or reservation compared with a large city. ``(iv) Tenancy restrictions.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this subsection shall not refuse to rent a dwelling unit developed with such assistance or otherwise discriminate in the rental of such a dwelling unit based on an individual's criminal record or immigration status. a) Purpose.--It is the purpose of this section to fund the construction of 2,500,000 private market affordable housing dwelling units over 10 years. ( 4568), which amounts shall be available only for assistance for production of new dwelling units that comply with the requirements of such section 1338 and this section. ( e) Environmental Standards.--All dwelling units developed using amounts made available pursuant to this section shall comply with such standards as the Secretary shall establish to ensure units are designed, built, and operated according to the highest possible environmental standard, with a focus on minimizing energy costs and achieving carbon neutrality. ( (i) Supportive Services.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this section shall develop a supportive services plan to ensure that residents have access to free, voluntary programs that address the needs of people experiencing chronic homelessness and housing instability. b) Priority.--The Secretary shall prioritize awards to local governments that propose projects or programs that encourage alternative ownership housing models that give renters agency over how the housing is operated and that protect housing affordability. (

To establish new units of public housing and private market affordable housing, to provide grants to combat gentrification and neighborhood destabilization, and for other purposes. The Congress finds that-- (1) Every State and large metropolitan area in the United States is facing a shortage of affordable housing options for people who are very or extremely low-income. ( 3) The current affordable housing shortage facing the United States cannot be addressed solely by the private market, necessitating significant Federal intervention and investment. ( 1437g(g)) is amended by striking paragraph (3) (relating to limitation on new construction). ( ``(3) Permanent appropriations.--For fiscal year 2022 and each fiscal year thereafter, there is appropriated-- ``(A) for the Capital Fund, an amount equivalent to the aggregate of the amounts to which each public housing agency is entitled under paragraph (2)(A); and ``(B) for the Operating Fund, an amount equivalent to the aggregate of the amounts to which each public housing agency is entitled under paragraph (2)(B).''. ( 1437f) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(ee) Homes for All.-- ``(1) In general.--There shall be appropriated $80,000,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2032 for annual contribution contracts for assistance under section 5(a)(2) to cover the development costs for new public housing dwelling units that meet the requirements of this subsection. ``(ii) Location and accessibility.--Such units shall be located in a manner that complies with such standards as the Secretary, in conjunction with the Secretary of the Department of Transportation, shall establish to ensure proper integration of housing and public transit and ensure that residents of such units have access to sufficient transportation options. Standards should ensure that such units should be integrated with public transit and vehicle alternatives such as walking and biking and should accommodate differences between a transit hub in a town or reservation compared with a large city. ``(iv) Tenancy restrictions.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this subsection shall not refuse to rent a dwelling unit developed with such assistance or otherwise discriminate in the rental of such a dwelling unit based on an individual's criminal record or immigration status. ``(vii) Supportive services.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this subsection shall develop a supportive services plan to ensure that residents have access to free, voluntary programs that address the needs of people experiencing chronic homelessness and housing instability. b) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated $20,000,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2032 for crediting to the Housing Trust Fund under section 1338 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1992 (12 U.S.C. 4568), which amounts shall be available only for assistance for production of new dwelling units that comply with the requirements of such section 1338 and this section. ( (d) Location and Accessibility.--All dwelling units developed using amounts made available pursuant to this section shall be located in a manner that complies with such standards as the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (in this subsection referred to as the ``Secretary''), in conjunction with the Secretary of the Department of Transportation, shall establish to ensure proper integration of housing and public transit and ensure that residents of such units have access to sufficient transportation options. e) Environmental Standards.--All dwelling units developed using amounts made available pursuant to this section shall comply with such standards as the Secretary shall establish to ensure units are designed, built, and operated according to the highest possible environmental standard, with a focus on minimizing energy costs and achieving carbon neutrality. ( (g) Anti-Discrimination.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this section shall not refuse to rent a dwelling unit developed with such assistance or otherwise discriminate in the rental of such a dwelling unit because of the sexual orientation or gender identity of any person. ( b) Priority.--The Secretary shall prioritize awards to local governments that propose projects or programs that encourage alternative ownership housing models that give renters agency over how the housing is operated and that protect housing affordability. (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development $200,000,000,000 for fiscal years 2022 through 2032 to carry out this section.

To establish new units of public housing and private market affordable housing, to provide grants to combat gentrification and neighborhood destabilization, and for other purposes. 3) The current affordable housing shortage facing the United States cannot be addressed solely by the private market, necessitating significant Federal intervention and investment. ( b) Repeal of Faircloth Amendment.--Section 9(g) of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437g(g)) is amended by striking paragraph (3) (relating to limitation on new construction). ( ``(B) Operating fund.--From the Operating Fund under subsection (e), such amount as may be necessary to fully fund the operating needs of the agency for such fiscal year, as determined in accordance with such subsection. d) Homes for All New Construction Program.-- (1) Authorization of appropriations.--Section 8 of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437f) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(ee) Homes for All.-- ``(1) In general.--There shall be appropriated $80,000,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2032 for annual contribution contracts for assistance under section 5(a)(2) to cover the development costs for new public housing dwelling units that meet the requirements of this subsection. Standards should ensure that such units should be integrated with public transit and vehicle alternatives such as walking and biking and should accommodate differences between a transit hub in a town or reservation compared with a large city. ``(iv) Tenancy restrictions.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this subsection shall not refuse to rent a dwelling unit developed with such assistance or otherwise discriminate in the rental of such a dwelling unit based on an individual's criminal record or immigration status. a) Purpose.--It is the purpose of this section to fund the construction of 2,500,000 private market affordable housing dwelling units over 10 years. ( 4568), which amounts shall be available only for assistance for production of new dwelling units that comply with the requirements of such section 1338 and this section. ( e) Environmental Standards.--All dwelling units developed using amounts made available pursuant to this section shall comply with such standards as the Secretary shall establish to ensure units are designed, built, and operated according to the highest possible environmental standard, with a focus on minimizing energy costs and achieving carbon neutrality. ( (i) Supportive Services.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this section shall develop a supportive services plan to ensure that residents have access to free, voluntary programs that address the needs of people experiencing chronic homelessness and housing instability. b) Priority.--The Secretary shall prioritize awards to local governments that propose projects or programs that encourage alternative ownership housing models that give renters agency over how the housing is operated and that protect housing affordability. (

To establish new units of public housing and private market affordable housing, to provide grants to combat gentrification and neighborhood destabilization, and for other purposes. The Congress finds that-- (1) Every State and large metropolitan area in the United States is facing a shortage of affordable housing options for people who are very or extremely low-income. ( 3) The current affordable housing shortage facing the United States cannot be addressed solely by the private market, necessitating significant Federal intervention and investment. ( 1437g(g)) is amended by striking paragraph (3) (relating to limitation on new construction). ( ``(3) Permanent appropriations.--For fiscal year 2022 and each fiscal year thereafter, there is appropriated-- ``(A) for the Capital Fund, an amount equivalent to the aggregate of the amounts to which each public housing agency is entitled under paragraph (2)(A); and ``(B) for the Operating Fund, an amount equivalent to the aggregate of the amounts to which each public housing agency is entitled under paragraph (2)(B).''. ( 1437f) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(ee) Homes for All.-- ``(1) In general.--There shall be appropriated $80,000,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2032 for annual contribution contracts for assistance under section 5(a)(2) to cover the development costs for new public housing dwelling units that meet the requirements of this subsection. ``(ii) Location and accessibility.--Such units shall be located in a manner that complies with such standards as the Secretary, in conjunction with the Secretary of the Department of Transportation, shall establish to ensure proper integration of housing and public transit and ensure that residents of such units have access to sufficient transportation options. Standards should ensure that such units should be integrated with public transit and vehicle alternatives such as walking and biking and should accommodate differences between a transit hub in a town or reservation compared with a large city. ``(iv) Tenancy restrictions.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this subsection shall not refuse to rent a dwelling unit developed with such assistance or otherwise discriminate in the rental of such a dwelling unit based on an individual's criminal record or immigration status. ``(vii) Supportive services.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this subsection shall develop a supportive services plan to ensure that residents have access to free, voluntary programs that address the needs of people experiencing chronic homelessness and housing instability. b) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated $20,000,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2032 for crediting to the Housing Trust Fund under section 1338 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1992 (12 U.S.C. 4568), which amounts shall be available only for assistance for production of new dwelling units that comply with the requirements of such section 1338 and this section. ( (d) Location and Accessibility.--All dwelling units developed using amounts made available pursuant to this section shall be located in a manner that complies with such standards as the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (in this subsection referred to as the ``Secretary''), in conjunction with the Secretary of the Department of Transportation, shall establish to ensure proper integration of housing and public transit and ensure that residents of such units have access to sufficient transportation options. e) Environmental Standards.--All dwelling units developed using amounts made available pursuant to this section shall comply with such standards as the Secretary shall establish to ensure units are designed, built, and operated according to the highest possible environmental standard, with a focus on minimizing energy costs and achieving carbon neutrality. ( (g) Anti-Discrimination.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this section shall not refuse to rent a dwelling unit developed with such assistance or otherwise discriminate in the rental of such a dwelling unit because of the sexual orientation or gender identity of any person. ( b) Priority.--The Secretary shall prioritize awards to local governments that propose projects or programs that encourage alternative ownership housing models that give renters agency over how the housing is operated and that protect housing affordability. (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development $200,000,000,000 for fiscal years 2022 through 2032 to carry out this section.

To establish new units of public housing and private market affordable housing, to provide grants to combat gentrification and neighborhood destabilization, and for other purposes. 3) The current affordable housing shortage facing the United States cannot be addressed solely by the private market, necessitating significant Federal intervention and investment. ( b) Repeal of Faircloth Amendment.--Section 9(g) of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437g(g)) is amended by striking paragraph (3) (relating to limitation on new construction). ( ``(B) Operating fund.--From the Operating Fund under subsection (e), such amount as may be necessary to fully fund the operating needs of the agency for such fiscal year, as determined in accordance with such subsection. d) Homes for All New Construction Program.-- (1) Authorization of appropriations.--Section 8 of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437f) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(ee) Homes for All.-- ``(1) In general.--There shall be appropriated $80,000,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2032 for annual contribution contracts for assistance under section 5(a)(2) to cover the development costs for new public housing dwelling units that meet the requirements of this subsection. Standards should ensure that such units should be integrated with public transit and vehicle alternatives such as walking and biking and should accommodate differences between a transit hub in a town or reservation compared with a large city. ``(iv) Tenancy restrictions.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this subsection shall not refuse to rent a dwelling unit developed with such assistance or otherwise discriminate in the rental of such a dwelling unit based on an individual's criminal record or immigration status. a) Purpose.--It is the purpose of this section to fund the construction of 2,500,000 private market affordable housing dwelling units over 10 years. ( 4568), which amounts shall be available only for assistance for production of new dwelling units that comply with the requirements of such section 1338 and this section. ( e) Environmental Standards.--All dwelling units developed using amounts made available pursuant to this section shall comply with such standards as the Secretary shall establish to ensure units are designed, built, and operated according to the highest possible environmental standard, with a focus on minimizing energy costs and achieving carbon neutrality. ( (i) Supportive Services.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this section shall develop a supportive services plan to ensure that residents have access to free, voluntary programs that address the needs of people experiencing chronic homelessness and housing instability. b) Priority.--The Secretary shall prioritize awards to local governments that propose projects or programs that encourage alternative ownership housing models that give renters agency over how the housing is operated and that protect housing affordability. (

To establish new units of public housing and private market affordable housing, to provide grants to combat gentrification and neighborhood destabilization, and for other purposes. 1437f) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(ee) Homes for All.-- ``(1) In general.--There shall be appropriated $80,000,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2032 for annual contribution contracts for assistance under section 5(a)(2) to cover the development costs for new public housing dwelling units that meet the requirements of this subsection. ``(ii) Location and accessibility.--Such units shall be located in a manner that complies with such standards as the Secretary, in conjunction with the Secretary of the Department of Transportation, shall establish to ensure proper integration of housing and public transit and ensure that residents of such units have access to sufficient transportation options. ``(vii) Supportive services.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this subsection shall develop a supportive services plan to ensure that residents have access to free, voluntary programs that address the needs of people experiencing chronic homelessness and housing instability. 4568), which amounts shall be available only for assistance for production of new dwelling units that comply with the requirements of such section 1338 and this section. ( ( d) Location and Accessibility.--All dwelling units developed using amounts made available pursuant to this section shall be located in a manner that complies with such standards as the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (in this subsection referred to as the ``Secretary''), in conjunction with the Secretary of the Department of Transportation, shall establish to ensure proper integration of housing and public transit and ensure that residents of such units have access to sufficient transportation options. (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development $200,000,000,000 for fiscal years 2022 through 2032 to carry out this section.

To establish new units of public housing and private market affordable housing, to provide grants to combat gentrification and neighborhood destabilization, and for other purposes. d) Homes for All New Construction Program.-- (1) Authorization of appropriations.--Section 8 of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437f) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(ee) Homes for All.-- ``(1) In general.--There shall be appropriated $80,000,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2032 for annual contribution contracts for assistance under section 5(a)(2) to cover the development costs for new public housing dwelling units that meet the requirements of this subsection. ( e) Environmental Standards.--All dwelling units developed using amounts made available pursuant to this section shall comply with such standards as the Secretary shall establish to ensure units are designed, built, and operated according to the highest possible environmental standard, with a focus on minimizing energy costs and achieving carbon neutrality. ( ( i) Supportive Services.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this section shall develop a supportive services plan to ensure that residents have access to free, voluntary programs that address the needs of people experiencing chronic homelessness and housing instability.

To establish new units of public housing and private market affordable housing, to provide grants to combat gentrification and neighborhood destabilization, and for other purposes. 1437f) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(ee) Homes for All.-- ``(1) In general.--There shall be appropriated $80,000,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2032 for annual contribution contracts for assistance under section 5(a)(2) to cover the development costs for new public housing dwelling units that meet the requirements of this subsection. ``(ii) Location and accessibility.--Such units shall be located in a manner that complies with such standards as the Secretary, in conjunction with the Secretary of the Department of Transportation, shall establish to ensure proper integration of housing and public transit and ensure that residents of such units have access to sufficient transportation options. ``(vii) Supportive services.--A public housing agency receiving assistance made available pursuant to this subsection shall develop a supportive services plan to ensure that residents have access to free, voluntary programs that address the needs of people experiencing chronic homelessness and housing instability. 4568), which amounts shall be available only for assistance for production of new dwelling units that comply with the requirements of such section 1338 and this section. ( ( d) Location and Accessibility.--All dwelling units developed using amounts made available pursuant to this section shall be located in a manner that complies with such standards as the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (in this subsection referred to as the ``Secretary''), in conjunction with the Secretary of the Department of Transportation, shall establish to ensure proper integration of housing and public transit and ensure that residents of such units have access to sufficient transportation options. (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development $200,000,000,000 for fiscal years 2022 through 2032 to carry out this section.

S.2267

Taxation

Clean Fuels Vehicle Act of 2021 This bill allows a new business-related tax credit through 2031 for the production of flexible fuel vehicles (i.e., motor vehicles engineered and designed to be operated on a petroleum fuel and on a methanol or ethanol fuel, or on any mixtures of such fuels). The amount of such credit in a taxable year is equal to the product of $200, and the number of vehicles produced and sold by the taxpayer to an unrelated person in the United States. The bill also repeals limitations on manufacturing incentives for dual fuel automobiles and repeals the maximum fuel economy increase for alternative fuel automobiles.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a tax credit for the production of flexible fuel vehicles, and to amend title 49, United States Code, to restore certain flexible fuel vehicle credits. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Fuels Vehicle Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. FLEXIBLE FUEL VEHICLE PRODUCTION TAX CREDIT. (a) In General.--Subpart D of part IV of subchapter A of chapter 1 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``SEC. 45U. FLEXIBLE FUEL VEHICLE PRODUCTION CREDIT. ``(a) In General.--For purposes of section 38, in the case of a manufacturer, the flexible fuel vehicle production credit for any taxable year shall be an amount equal to the product of-- ``(1) $200, and ``(2) the number of qualified flexible fuel vehicles-- ``(A) produced by the taxpayer, and ``(B) sold by the taxpayer to an unrelated person in the United States during the taxable year. ``(b) Limitation.--The number of qualified flexible fuel vehicles taken into account for any taxable year shall not exceed 25 percent of the sum of-- ``(1) the total number of light duty vehicles produced for model years ending in such taxable year, plus ``(2) the total number of light duty trucks produced for model years ending in such taxable year. ``(c) Qualified Flexible Fuel Vehicle.--For purposes of this section-- ``(1) In general.--The term `qualified flexible fuel vehicle' means a motor vehicle-- ``(A) which is engineered and designed to be operated-- ``(i) on a petroleum fuel and on a methanol or ethanol fuel, or ``(ii) on any mixture of the petroleum fuel and methanol or ethanol, and ``(B) which meets the requirements for a flexible fuel vehicle as are prescribed by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency for purposes of title of the administration of title II of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7521 et seq.). ``(2) Motor vehicle.--The term `motor vehicle' means any vehicle which is manufactured primarily for use on public streets, roads, and highways (not including a vehicle operated exclusively on a rail or rails) and which has at least 4 wheels. ``(d) Other Definitions and Rules.-- ``(1) Manufacturer; other terms.--The terms `manufacturer', `light duty vehicle', `light duty truck', and `model year' have the meanings given such terms in regulations prescribed by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency for purposes of the administration of title II of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7521 et seq.). ``(2) Related persons.--Persons shall be treated as related to each other if such persons would be treated as a single employer under the regulations prescribed under section 52(b). In the case of a corporation which is a member of an affiliated group of corporations filing a consolidated return, such corporation shall be treated as selling a vehicle to an unrelated person if such vehicle is sold to such a person by another member of such group. ``(e) Termination.--This section shall not apply to any flexible fuel vehicle produced for any model year ending after 2031.''. (b) Part of General Business Credit.--Section 38(b) of such Code is amended by striking ``plus'' at the end of paragraph (32), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (33) and inserting ``, plus'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(34) the flexible fuel vehicle production credit determined under section 45U(a).''. (c) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for subpart D of part IV of subchapter A of chapter 1 is amended by adding at the end the following new item: ``Sec. 45U. Flexible fuel vehicle production credit.''. (d) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to vehicles produced and sold after the date of the enactment of this Act, in taxable years ending after such date. SEC. 3. RESTORATION OF CERTAIN FLEXIBLE FUEL VEHICLE CREDITS. (a) Restoration of Manufacturing Incentives for Dual Fueled Automobiles.--Section 32905(b) of title 49, United States Code, is amended, in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking ``in model years 1993 through 2019''. (b) Repeal of Maximum Fuel Economy Increase for Alternative Fuel Automobiles.-- (1) In general.--Section 32906 of title 49, United States Code, is repealed. (2) Clerical amendment.--The analysis for chapter 329 of part C of subtitle VI of title 49, United States Code, is amended by striking the item relating to section 32906. (c) Testing Procedures Under the Clean Air Act.--Section 206 of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7525) is amended-- (1) in subsection (h), by striking ``subsection (a) and (b) of this section'' and inserting ``subsections (a) and (b)''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(i) Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this subsection, the Administrator shall review the regulations under subsections (a) and (b) relating to the testing of motor vehicles and motor vehicle engines to ensure such testing is in accordance with section 32905(b) of title 49, United States Code.''. (d) Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Section 32901(c)(1) of title 49, United States Code, is amended, in the first sentence, by striking ``under sections 32905 and 32906 of this title'' and inserting ``under section 32905''. (2) Section 32905 of title 49, United States Code, is amended by striking subsection (g). (3) Section 32908(g)(3) of title 49, United States Code, is amended by striking the second sentence. <all>

Clean Fuels Vehicle Act of 2021

A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a tax credit for the production of flexible fuel vehicles, and to amend title 49, United States Code, to restore certain flexible fuel vehicle credits.

Clean Fuels Vehicle Act of 2021

Sen. Klobuchar, Amy

D

MN

This bill allows a new business-related tax credit through 2031 for the production of flexible fuel vehicles (i.e., motor vehicles engineered and designed to be operated on a petroleum fuel and on a methanol or ethanol fuel, or on any mixtures of such fuels). The amount of such credit in a taxable year is equal to the product of $200, and the number of vehicles produced and sold by the taxpayer to an unrelated person in the United States. The bill also repeals limitations on manufacturing incentives for dual fuel automobiles and repeals the maximum fuel economy increase for alternative fuel automobiles.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a tax credit for the production of flexible fuel vehicles, and to amend title 49, United States Code, to restore certain flexible fuel vehicle credits. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Fuels Vehicle Act of 2021''. (a) In General.--Subpart D of part IV of subchapter A of chapter 1 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``SEC. FLEXIBLE FUEL VEHICLE PRODUCTION CREDIT. ``(b) Limitation.--The number of qualified flexible fuel vehicles taken into account for any taxable year shall not exceed 25 percent of the sum of-- ``(1) the total number of light duty vehicles produced for model years ending in such taxable year, plus ``(2) the total number of light duty trucks produced for model years ending in such taxable year. ``(2) Motor vehicle.--The term `motor vehicle' means any vehicle which is manufactured primarily for use on public streets, roads, and highways (not including a vehicle operated exclusively on a rail or rails) and which has at least 4 wheels. ``(d) Other Definitions and Rules.-- ``(1) Manufacturer; other terms.--The terms `manufacturer', `light duty vehicle', `light duty truck', and `model year' have the meanings given such terms in regulations prescribed by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency for purposes of the administration of title II of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7521 et seq.). ``(2) Related persons.--Persons shall be treated as related to each other if such persons would be treated as a single employer under the regulations prescribed under section 52(b). In the case of a corporation which is a member of an affiliated group of corporations filing a consolidated return, such corporation shall be treated as selling a vehicle to an unrelated person if such vehicle is sold to such a person by another member of such group. 45U. (d) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to vehicles produced and sold after the date of the enactment of this Act, in taxable years ending after such date. SEC. 3. (a) Restoration of Manufacturing Incentives for Dual Fueled Automobiles.--Section 32905(b) of title 49, United States Code, is amended, in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking ``in model years 1993 through 2019''. (2) Clerical amendment.--The analysis for chapter 329 of part C of subtitle VI of title 49, United States Code, is amended by striking the item relating to section 32906. (c) Testing Procedures Under the Clean Air Act.--Section 206 of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. (2) Section 32905 of title 49, United States Code, is amended by striking subsection (g).

(a) In General.--Subpart D of part IV of subchapter A of chapter 1 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``SEC. FLEXIBLE FUEL VEHICLE PRODUCTION CREDIT. ``(b) Limitation.--The number of qualified flexible fuel vehicles taken into account for any taxable year shall not exceed 25 percent of the sum of-- ``(1) the total number of light duty vehicles produced for model years ending in such taxable year, plus ``(2) the total number of light duty trucks produced for model years ending in such taxable year. ``(2) Motor vehicle.--The term `motor vehicle' means any vehicle which is manufactured primarily for use on public streets, roads, and highways (not including a vehicle operated exclusively on a rail or rails) and which has at least 4 wheels. ``(d) Other Definitions and Rules.-- ``(1) Manufacturer; other terms.--The terms `manufacturer', `light duty vehicle', `light duty truck', and `model year' have the meanings given such terms in regulations prescribed by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency for purposes of the administration of title II of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7521 et seq.). ``(2) Related persons.--Persons shall be treated as related to each other if such persons would be treated as a single employer under the regulations prescribed under section 52(b). In the case of a corporation which is a member of an affiliated group of corporations filing a consolidated return, such corporation shall be treated as selling a vehicle to an unrelated person if such vehicle is sold to such a person by another member of such group. 45U. (d) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to vehicles produced and sold after the date of the enactment of this Act, in taxable years ending after such date. SEC. 3. (c) Testing Procedures Under the Clean Air Act.--Section 206 of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. (2) Section 32905 of title 49, United States Code, is amended by striking subsection (g).

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a tax credit for the production of flexible fuel vehicles, and to amend title 49, United States Code, to restore certain flexible fuel vehicle credits. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Fuels Vehicle Act of 2021''. (a) In General.--Subpart D of part IV of subchapter A of chapter 1 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``SEC. FLEXIBLE FUEL VEHICLE PRODUCTION CREDIT. ``(a) In General.--For purposes of section 38, in the case of a manufacturer, the flexible fuel vehicle production credit for any taxable year shall be an amount equal to the product of-- ``(1) $200, and ``(2) the number of qualified flexible fuel vehicles-- ``(A) produced by the taxpayer, and ``(B) sold by the taxpayer to an unrelated person in the United States during the taxable year. ``(b) Limitation.--The number of qualified flexible fuel vehicles taken into account for any taxable year shall not exceed 25 percent of the sum of-- ``(1) the total number of light duty vehicles produced for model years ending in such taxable year, plus ``(2) the total number of light duty trucks produced for model years ending in such taxable year. ``(c) Qualified Flexible Fuel Vehicle.--For purposes of this section-- ``(1) In general.--The term `qualified flexible fuel vehicle' means a motor vehicle-- ``(A) which is engineered and designed to be operated-- ``(i) on a petroleum fuel and on a methanol or ethanol fuel, or ``(ii) on any mixture of the petroleum fuel and methanol or ethanol, and ``(B) which meets the requirements for a flexible fuel vehicle as are prescribed by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency for purposes of title of the administration of title II of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. ``(2) Motor vehicle.--The term `motor vehicle' means any vehicle which is manufactured primarily for use on public streets, roads, and highways (not including a vehicle operated exclusively on a rail or rails) and which has at least 4 wheels. ``(d) Other Definitions and Rules.-- ``(1) Manufacturer; other terms.--The terms `manufacturer', `light duty vehicle', `light duty truck', and `model year' have the meanings given such terms in regulations prescribed by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency for purposes of the administration of title II of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7521 et seq.). ``(2) Related persons.--Persons shall be treated as related to each other if such persons would be treated as a single employer under the regulations prescribed under section 52(b). In the case of a corporation which is a member of an affiliated group of corporations filing a consolidated return, such corporation shall be treated as selling a vehicle to an unrelated person if such vehicle is sold to such a person by another member of such group. ``(e) Termination.--This section shall not apply to any flexible fuel vehicle produced for any model year ending after 2031.''. 45U. (d) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to vehicles produced and sold after the date of the enactment of this Act, in taxable years ending after such date. SEC. 3. (a) Restoration of Manufacturing Incentives for Dual Fueled Automobiles.--Section 32905(b) of title 49, United States Code, is amended, in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking ``in model years 1993 through 2019''. (b) Repeal of Maximum Fuel Economy Increase for Alternative Fuel Automobiles.-- (1) In general.--Section 32906 of title 49, United States Code, is repealed. (2) Clerical amendment.--The analysis for chapter 329 of part C of subtitle VI of title 49, United States Code, is amended by striking the item relating to section 32906. (c) Testing Procedures Under the Clean Air Act.--Section 206 of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. (d) Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Section 32901(c)(1) of title 49, United States Code, is amended, in the first sentence, by striking ``under sections 32905 and 32906 of this title'' and inserting ``under section 32905''. (2) Section 32905 of title 49, United States Code, is amended by striking subsection (g).

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a tax credit for the production of flexible fuel vehicles, and to amend title 49, United States Code, to restore certain flexible fuel vehicle credits. Be it enacted by the Senate 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 Fuels Vehicle Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. FLEXIBLE FUEL VEHICLE PRODUCTION TAX CREDIT. (a) In General.--Subpart D of part IV of subchapter A of chapter 1 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``SEC. 45U. FLEXIBLE FUEL VEHICLE PRODUCTION CREDIT. ``(a) In General.--For purposes of section 38, in the case of a manufacturer, the flexible fuel vehicle production credit for any taxable year shall be an amount equal to the product of-- ``(1) $200, and ``(2) the number of qualified flexible fuel vehicles-- ``(A) produced by the taxpayer, and ``(B) sold by the taxpayer to an unrelated person in the United States during the taxable year. ``(b) Limitation.--The number of qualified flexible fuel vehicles taken into account for any taxable year shall not exceed 25 percent of the sum of-- ``(1) the total number of light duty vehicles produced for model years ending in such taxable year, plus ``(2) the total number of light duty trucks produced for model years ending in such taxable year. ``(c) Qualified Flexible Fuel Vehicle.--For purposes of this section-- ``(1) In general.--The term `qualified flexible fuel vehicle' means a motor vehicle-- ``(A) which is engineered and designed to be operated-- ``(i) on a petroleum fuel and on a methanol or ethanol fuel, or ``(ii) on any mixture of the petroleum fuel and methanol or ethanol, and ``(B) which meets the requirements for a flexible fuel vehicle as are prescribed by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency for purposes of title of the administration of title II of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7521 et seq.). ``(2) Motor vehicle.--The term `motor vehicle' means any vehicle which is manufactured primarily for use on public streets, roads, and highways (not including a vehicle operated exclusively on a rail or rails) and which has at least 4 wheels. ``(d) Other Definitions and Rules.-- ``(1) Manufacturer; other terms.--The terms `manufacturer', `light duty vehicle', `light duty truck', and `model year' have the meanings given such terms in regulations prescribed by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency for purposes of the administration of title II of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7521 et seq.). ``(2) Related persons.--Persons shall be treated as related to each other if such persons would be treated as a single employer under the regulations prescribed under section 52(b). In the case of a corporation which is a member of an affiliated group of corporations filing a consolidated return, such corporation shall be treated as selling a vehicle to an unrelated person if such vehicle is sold to such a person by another member of such group. ``(e) Termination.--This section shall not apply to any flexible fuel vehicle produced for any model year ending after 2031.''. (b) Part of General Business Credit.--Section 38(b) of such Code is amended by striking ``plus'' at the end of paragraph (32), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (33) and inserting ``, plus'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(34) the flexible fuel vehicle production credit determined under section 45U(a).''. (c) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for subpart D of part IV of subchapter A of chapter 1 is amended by adding at the end the following new item: ``Sec. 45U. Flexible fuel vehicle production credit.''. (d) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to vehicles produced and sold after the date of the enactment of this Act, in taxable years ending after such date. SEC. 3. RESTORATION OF CERTAIN FLEXIBLE FUEL VEHICLE CREDITS. (a) Restoration of Manufacturing Incentives for Dual Fueled Automobiles.--Section 32905(b) of title 49, United States Code, is amended, in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking ``in model years 1993 through 2019''. (b) Repeal of Maximum Fuel Economy Increase for Alternative Fuel Automobiles.-- (1) In general.--Section 32906 of title 49, United States Code, is repealed. (2) Clerical amendment.--The analysis for chapter 329 of part C of subtitle VI of title 49, United States Code, is amended by striking the item relating to section 32906. (c) Testing Procedures Under the Clean Air Act.--Section 206 of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7525) is amended-- (1) in subsection (h), by striking ``subsection (a) and (b) of this section'' and inserting ``subsections (a) and (b)''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(i) Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this subsection, the Administrator shall review the regulations under subsections (a) and (b) relating to the testing of motor vehicles and motor vehicle engines to ensure such testing is in accordance with section 32905(b) of title 49, United States Code.''. (d) Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Section 32901(c)(1) of title 49, United States Code, is amended, in the first sentence, by striking ``under sections 32905 and 32906 of this title'' and inserting ``under section 32905''. (2) Section 32905 of title 49, United States Code, is amended by striking subsection (g). (3) Section 32908(g)(3) of title 49, United States Code, is amended by striking the second sentence. <all>

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a tax credit for the production of flexible fuel vehicles, and to amend title 49, United States Code, to restore certain flexible fuel vehicle credits. ``(a) In General.--For purposes of section 38, in the case of a manufacturer, the flexible fuel vehicle production credit for any taxable year shall be an amount equal to the product of-- ``(1) $200, and ``(2) the number of qualified flexible fuel vehicles-- ``(A) produced by the taxpayer, and ``(B) sold by the taxpayer to an unrelated person in the United States during the taxable year. ``(c) Qualified Flexible Fuel Vehicle.--For purposes of this section-- ``(1) In general.--The term `qualified flexible fuel vehicle' means a motor vehicle-- ``(A) which is engineered and designed to be operated-- ``(i) on a petroleum fuel and on a methanol or ethanol fuel, or ``(ii) on any mixture of the petroleum fuel and methanol or ethanol, and ``(B) which meets the requirements for a flexible fuel vehicle as are prescribed by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency for purposes of title of the administration of title II of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7521 et seq.). ``(2) Motor vehicle.--The term `motor vehicle' means any vehicle which is manufactured primarily for use on public streets, roads, and highways (not including a vehicle operated exclusively on a rail or rails) and which has at least 4 wheels. In the case of a corporation which is a member of an affiliated group of corporations filing a consolidated return, such corporation shall be treated as selling a vehicle to an unrelated person if such vehicle is sold to such a person by another member of such group. a) Restoration of Manufacturing Incentives for Dual Fueled Automobiles.--Section 32905(b) of title 49, United States Code, is amended, in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking ``in model years 1993 through 2019''. (b) Repeal of Maximum Fuel Economy Increase for Alternative Fuel Automobiles.-- (1) In general.--Section 32906 of title 49, United States Code, is repealed. ( d) Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Section 32901(c)(1) of title 49, United States Code, is amended, in the first sentence, by striking ``under sections 32905 and 32906 of this title'' and inserting ``under section 32905''. (

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a tax credit for the production of flexible fuel vehicles, and to amend title 49, United States Code, to restore certain flexible fuel vehicle credits. ``(a) In General.--For purposes of section 38, in the case of a manufacturer, the flexible fuel vehicle production credit for any taxable year shall be an amount equal to the product of-- ``(1) $200, and ``(2) the number of qualified flexible fuel vehicles-- ``(A) produced by the taxpayer, and ``(B) sold by the taxpayer to an unrelated person in the United States during the taxable year. ``(2) Motor vehicle.--The term `motor vehicle' means any vehicle which is manufactured primarily for use on public streets, roads, and highways (not including a vehicle operated exclusively on a rail or rails) and which has at least 4 wheels. ``(e) Termination.--This section shall not apply to any flexible fuel vehicle produced for any model year ending after 2031.''. ( b) Part of General Business Credit.--Section 38(b) of such Code is amended by striking ``plus'' at the end of paragraph (32), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (33) and inserting ``, plus'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(34) the flexible fuel vehicle production credit determined under section 45U(a).''. ( (b) Repeal of Maximum Fuel Economy Increase for Alternative Fuel Automobiles.-- (1) In general.--Section 32906 of title 49, United States Code, is repealed. ( d) Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Section 32901(c)(1) of title 49, United States Code, is amended, in the first sentence, by striking ``under sections 32905 and 32906 of this title'' and inserting ``under section 32905''. (

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a tax credit for the production of flexible fuel vehicles, and to amend title 49, United States Code, to restore certain flexible fuel vehicle credits. ``(a) In General.--For purposes of section 38, in the case of a manufacturer, the flexible fuel vehicle production credit for any taxable year shall be an amount equal to the product of-- ``(1) $200, and ``(2) the number of qualified flexible fuel vehicles-- ``(A) produced by the taxpayer, and ``(B) sold by the taxpayer to an unrelated person in the United States during the taxable year. ``(2) Motor vehicle.--The term `motor vehicle' means any vehicle which is manufactured primarily for use on public streets, roads, and highways (not including a vehicle operated exclusively on a rail or rails) and which has at least 4 wheels. ``(e) Termination.--This section shall not apply to any flexible fuel vehicle produced for any model year ending after 2031.''. ( b) Part of General Business Credit.--Section 38(b) of such Code is amended by striking ``plus'' at the end of paragraph (32), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (33) and inserting ``, plus'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(34) the flexible fuel vehicle production credit determined under section 45U(a).''. ( (b) Repeal of Maximum Fuel Economy Increase for Alternative Fuel Automobiles.-- (1) In general.--Section 32906 of title 49, United States Code, is repealed. ( d) Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Section 32901(c)(1) of title 49, United States Code, is amended, in the first sentence, by striking ``under sections 32905 and 32906 of this title'' and inserting ``under section 32905''. (

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a tax credit for the production of flexible fuel vehicles, and to amend title 49, United States Code, to restore certain flexible fuel vehicle credits. ``(a) In General.--For purposes of section 38, in the case of a manufacturer, the flexible fuel vehicle production credit for any taxable year shall be an amount equal to the product of-- ``(1) $200, and ``(2) the number of qualified flexible fuel vehicles-- ``(A) produced by the taxpayer, and ``(B) sold by the taxpayer to an unrelated person in the United States during the taxable year. ``(c) Qualified Flexible Fuel Vehicle.--For purposes of this section-- ``(1) In general.--The term `qualified flexible fuel vehicle' means a motor vehicle-- ``(A) which is engineered and designed to be operated-- ``(i) on a petroleum fuel and on a methanol or ethanol fuel, or ``(ii) on any mixture of the petroleum fuel and methanol or ethanol, and ``(B) which meets the requirements for a flexible fuel vehicle as are prescribed by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency for purposes of title of the administration of title II of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7521 et seq.). ``(2) Motor vehicle.--The term `motor vehicle' means any vehicle which is manufactured primarily for use on public streets, roads, and highways (not including a vehicle operated exclusively on a rail or rails) and which has at least 4 wheels. In the case of a corporation which is a member of an affiliated group of corporations filing a consolidated return, such corporation shall be treated as selling a vehicle to an unrelated person if such vehicle is sold to such a person by another member of such group. a) Restoration of Manufacturing Incentives for Dual Fueled Automobiles.--Section 32905(b) of title 49, United States Code, is amended, in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking ``in model years 1993 through 2019''. (b) Repeal of Maximum Fuel Economy Increase for Alternative Fuel Automobiles.-- (1) In general.--Section 32906 of title 49, United States Code, is repealed. ( d) Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Section 32901(c)(1) of title 49, United States Code, is amended, in the first sentence, by striking ``under sections 32905 and 32906 of this title'' and inserting ``under section 32905''. (

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a tax credit for the production of flexible fuel vehicles, and to amend title 49, United States Code, to restore certain flexible fuel vehicle credits. ``(a) In General.--For purposes of section 38, in the case of a manufacturer, the flexible fuel vehicle production credit for any taxable year shall be an amount equal to the product of-- ``(1) $200, and ``(2) the number of qualified flexible fuel vehicles-- ``(A) produced by the taxpayer, and ``(B) sold by the taxpayer to an unrelated person in the United States during the taxable year. ``(2) Motor vehicle.--The term `motor vehicle' means any vehicle which is manufactured primarily for use on public streets, roads, and highways (not including a vehicle operated exclusively on a rail or rails) and which has at least 4 wheels. ``(e) Termination.--This section shall not apply to any flexible fuel vehicle produced for any model year ending after 2031.''. ( b) Part of General Business Credit.--Section 38(b) of such Code is amended by striking ``plus'' at the end of paragraph (32), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (33) and inserting ``, plus'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(34) the flexible fuel vehicle production credit determined under section 45U(a).''. ( (b) Repeal of Maximum Fuel Economy Increase for Alternative Fuel Automobiles.-- (1) In general.--Section 32906 of title 49, United States Code, is repealed. ( d) Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Section 32901(c)(1) of title 49, United States Code, is amended, in the first sentence, by striking ``under sections 32905 and 32906 of this title'' and inserting ``under section 32905''. (

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a tax credit for the production of flexible fuel vehicles, and to amend title 49, United States Code, to restore certain flexible fuel vehicle credits. ``(a) In General.--For purposes of section 38, in the case of a manufacturer, the flexible fuel vehicle production credit for any taxable year shall be an amount equal to the product of-- ``(1) $200, and ``(2) the number of qualified flexible fuel vehicles-- ``(A) produced by the taxpayer, and ``(B) sold by the taxpayer to an unrelated person in the United States during the taxable year. ``(c) Qualified Flexible Fuel Vehicle.--For purposes of this section-- ``(1) In general.--The term `qualified flexible fuel vehicle' means a motor vehicle-- ``(A) which is engineered and designed to be operated-- ``(i) on a petroleum fuel and on a methanol or ethanol fuel, or ``(ii) on any mixture of the petroleum fuel and methanol or ethanol, and ``(B) which meets the requirements for a flexible fuel vehicle as are prescribed by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency for purposes of title of the administration of title II of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7521 et seq.). ``(2) Motor vehicle.--The term `motor vehicle' means any vehicle which is manufactured primarily for use on public streets, roads, and highways (not including a vehicle operated exclusively on a rail or rails) and which has at least 4 wheels. In the case of a corporation which is a member of an affiliated group of corporations filing a consolidated return, such corporation shall be treated as selling a vehicle to an unrelated person if such vehicle is sold to such a person by another member of such group. a) Restoration of Manufacturing Incentives for Dual Fueled Automobiles.--Section 32905(b) of title 49, United States Code, is amended, in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking ``in model years 1993 through 2019''. (b) Repeal of Maximum Fuel Economy Increase for Alternative Fuel Automobiles.-- (1) In general.--Section 32906 of title 49, United States Code, is repealed. ( d) Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Section 32901(c)(1) of title 49, United States Code, is amended, in the first sentence, by striking ``under sections 32905 and 32906 of this title'' and inserting ``under section 32905''. (

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a tax credit for the production of flexible fuel vehicles, and to amend title 49, United States Code, to restore certain flexible fuel vehicle credits. ``(a) In General.--For purposes of section 38, in the case of a manufacturer, the flexible fuel vehicle production credit for any taxable year shall be an amount equal to the product of-- ``(1) $200, and ``(2) the number of qualified flexible fuel vehicles-- ``(A) produced by the taxpayer, and ``(B) sold by the taxpayer to an unrelated person in the United States during the taxable year. ``(2) Motor vehicle.--The term `motor vehicle' means any vehicle which is manufactured primarily for use on public streets, roads, and highways (not including a vehicle operated exclusively on a rail or rails) and which has at least 4 wheels. ``(e) Termination.--This section shall not apply to any flexible fuel vehicle produced for any model year ending after 2031.''. ( b) Part of General Business Credit.--Section 38(b) of such Code is amended by striking ``plus'' at the end of paragraph (32), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (33) and inserting ``, plus'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(34) the flexible fuel vehicle production credit determined under section 45U(a).''. ( (b) Repeal of Maximum Fuel Economy Increase for Alternative Fuel Automobiles.-- (1) In general.--Section 32906 of title 49, United States Code, is repealed. ( d) Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Section 32901(c)(1) of title 49, United States Code, is amended, in the first sentence, by striking ``under sections 32905 and 32906 of this title'' and inserting ``under section 32905''. (

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a tax credit for the production of flexible fuel vehicles, and to amend title 49, United States Code, to restore certain flexible fuel vehicle credits. ``(a) In General.--For purposes of section 38, in the case of a manufacturer, the flexible fuel vehicle production credit for any taxable year shall be an amount equal to the product of-- ``(1) $200, and ``(2) the number of qualified flexible fuel vehicles-- ``(A) produced by the taxpayer, and ``(B) sold by the taxpayer to an unrelated person in the United States during the taxable year. ``(c) Qualified Flexible Fuel Vehicle.--For purposes of this section-- ``(1) In general.--The term `qualified flexible fuel vehicle' means a motor vehicle-- ``(A) which is engineered and designed to be operated-- ``(i) on a petroleum fuel and on a methanol or ethanol fuel, or ``(ii) on any mixture of the petroleum fuel and methanol or ethanol, and ``(B) which meets the requirements for a flexible fuel vehicle as are prescribed by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency for purposes of title of the administration of title II of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7521 et seq.). ``(2) Motor vehicle.--The term `motor vehicle' means any vehicle which is manufactured primarily for use on public streets, roads, and highways (not including a vehicle operated exclusively on a rail or rails) and which has at least 4 wheels. In the case of a corporation which is a member of an affiliated group of corporations filing a consolidated return, such corporation shall be treated as selling a vehicle to an unrelated person if such vehicle is sold to such a person by another member of such group. a) Restoration of Manufacturing Incentives for Dual Fueled Automobiles.--Section 32905(b) of title 49, United States Code, is amended, in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking ``in model years 1993 through 2019''. (b) Repeal of Maximum Fuel Economy Increase for Alternative Fuel Automobiles.-- (1) In general.--Section 32906 of title 49, United States Code, is repealed. ( d) Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Section 32901(c)(1) of title 49, United States Code, is amended, in the first sentence, by striking ``under sections 32905 and 32906 of this title'' and inserting ``under section 32905''. (

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a tax credit for the production of flexible fuel vehicles, and to amend title 49, United States Code, to restore certain flexible fuel vehicle credits. ``(a) In General.--For purposes of section 38, in the case of a manufacturer, the flexible fuel vehicle production credit for any taxable year shall be an amount equal to the product of-- ``(1) $200, and ``(2) the number of qualified flexible fuel vehicles-- ``(A) produced by the taxpayer, and ``(B) sold by the taxpayer to an unrelated person in the United States during the taxable year. ``(2) Motor vehicle.--The term `motor vehicle' means any vehicle which is manufactured primarily for use on public streets, roads, and highways (not including a vehicle operated exclusively on a rail or rails) and which has at least 4 wheels. ``(e) Termination.--This section shall not apply to any flexible fuel vehicle produced for any model year ending after 2031.''. ( b) Part of General Business Credit.--Section 38(b) of such Code is amended by striking ``plus'' at the end of paragraph (32), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (33) and inserting ``, plus'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(34) the flexible fuel vehicle production credit determined under section 45U(a).''. ( (b) Repeal of Maximum Fuel Economy Increase for Alternative Fuel Automobiles.-- (1) In general.--Section 32906 of title 49, United States Code, is repealed. ( d) Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Section 32901(c)(1) of title 49, United States Code, is amended, in the first sentence, by striking ``under sections 32905 and 32906 of this title'' and inserting ``under section 32905''. (

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a tax credit for the production of flexible fuel vehicles, and to amend title 49, United States Code, to restore certain flexible fuel vehicle credits. ``(c) Qualified Flexible Fuel Vehicle.--For purposes of this section-- ``(1) In general.--The term `qualified flexible fuel vehicle' means a motor vehicle-- ``(A) which is engineered and designed to be operated-- ``(i) on a petroleum fuel and on a methanol or ethanol fuel, or ``(ii) on any mixture of the petroleum fuel and methanol or ethanol, and ``(B) which meets the requirements for a flexible fuel vehicle as are prescribed by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency for purposes of title of the administration of title II of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7521 et seq.). In the case of a corporation which is a member of an affiliated group of corporations filing a consolidated return, such corporation shall be treated as selling a vehicle to an unrelated person if such vehicle is sold to such a person by another member of such group. d) Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Section 32901(c)(1) of title 49, United States Code, is amended, in the first sentence, by striking ``under sections 32905 and 32906 of this title'' and inserting ``under section 32905''. (

H.R.3037

Emergency Management

Housing Survivors of Major Disasters Act of 2021 This bill makes certain individuals and households eligible for housing assistance in connection with a major disaster, including Hurricane Maria of 2017. To be eligible, an individual or household must be (1) residing on property located in the area for which the major disaster was declared but does not have documented ownership rights to and is not renting such property, or (2) residing or have resided in an area for which the major disaster was declared during the designated incident period. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) must consider alternative forms of proof to determine the eligibility of an individual or household for assistance. FEMA shall create and distribute a declarative form statement that applicants for assistance can use to self-certify eligibility for assistance and shall make the statement available in specified languages at all active Disaster Recovery Centers and on its website and social media. FEMA may provide financial assistance for repairs to ensure that residences are habitable during longer-term recovery and for permanent housing construction if the President determines that such assistance is a cost effective alternative to other housing solutions. FEMA shall conduct an analysis comparing the costs, benefits, and effectiveness of assistance provided under the Disaster Housing Assistance Program, including any case management services provided, with other temporary housing options provided by FEMA.

To make available necessary disaster assistance for families affected by major disasters, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Housing Survivors of Major Disasters Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) FEMA.--The term ``FEMA'' means the Federal Emergency Management Agency. (2) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of FEMA. SEC. 3. ELIGIBILITY FOR AND USE OF DISASTER ASSISTANCE. (a) Financial Assistance.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, individuals and households described in subsection (c) may be eligible for assistance made available under section 408 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5174) in connection with a major disaster declared by the President under section 401 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 5170), including Hurricane Maria of 2017. (b) Use of Funds.--Any assistance provided pursuant to subsection (a) may include costs relating to obtaining title for a property described in subsection (c)(1), including the cost of land surveys and any other taxes or fees associated with obtaining the title for such property. (c) Eligible Individuals or Households.--With respect to a major disaster declared by the President under section 401 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170), an individual or household described in this subsection is an individual or household who-- (1) is residing on a property located in the area for which the major disaster was declared but does not have documented ownership rights to such property and is not renting such property; or (2) is or was residing in an area for which a major disaster has been declared by the President under section 401 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170), during the designated incident period, including residing in any housing accommodation or property upon which a housing accommodation is located, including any living quarters, boardinghouse, bunkhouse, manufactured home, mobile home, or travel trailer. (d) Evidence.-- (1) Consideration.--In making a determination to provide assistance pursuant to this Act, the Administrator shall consider a wide range of evidence. (2) Alternative forms of evidence.--In determining if an individual or household is eligible for assistance pursuant to this Act, the Administrator shall accept either a declarative statement or the presentation of at least one item of alternative evidence, including the following: (A) A utility (including gas, electric, sewer, or water) bill with the name and address of the individual. (B) A merchant's statement (including a credit card, delivery notice, or first class mail) with the name and address of the individual. (C) A pay stub from an employer with the name and address of the individual. (D) A current driver's license or State-issued identification card of the individual. (E) The deed or title for the applicable property. (F) A mortgage payment booklet or another mortgage document. (G) Property title of mobile home certificate of title. (H) A real estate property tax receipt. (I) A school registration containing the address of self, child, or children. (J) A will and testament with the name and address of the individual. (K) In a State that does not require a will and testament for the transfer of immovable property, a death certificate and birth certificate that establishes an automatic transfer of legal ownership. (L) Medical records that list the name and address of the individual. (M) A charitable donation receipt that lists the name and address of the individual. (N) Any other documentation, certification, identification, or proof of occupancy or ownership not included on this list that can reasonably link the individual requesting assistance to the applicable property. (e) Applicability.--This section shall apply to funds appropriated on or after the date of enactment of this Act. SEC. 4. DECLARATIVE STATEMENT. (a) Development of Declarative Statement.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall create, in coordination with the appropriate authorities of the applicable jurisdiction, and distribute, where necessary, a declarative statement form that an applicant for assistance provided pursuant to section 3 may use to self-certify such applicant's eligibility for assistance pursuant to this Act. (2) Prohibition of notarization.--The Administrator may not require the declarative statement form created under paragraph (1) to require notarization by the applicant. (b) Exemptions.--A declarative statement form created under subsection (a)(1) is exempt from publication notice, public comment periods, and agency information collection review and approval by the Office of Management and Budget required by the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.). (c) Guidance.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall provide written notification and guidance to employees of FEMA regarding the requirements of this Act. (d) Publication.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall-- (1) make the declarative statement form created under subsection (a)(1) available in Spanish and English at all active Disaster Recovery Centers; and (2) publish in English, Spanish, and any other locally predominant languages on the website of FEMA and on social media the declarative statement form and instructions on how applicants can reopen or seek further appeal of relevant determinations. (e) Past Disasters.--For applicants of assistance provided pursuant to section 3 since January 1, 2017, the Administrator shall provide an applicant not fewer than 180 days to submit the declarative statement form to reopen or appeal a case after such applicant has received notice of the right to do so. SEC. 5. REPAIR AND REBUILDING. Section 408(c) of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5174) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (2)(A)(i) by striking ``to a safe and sanitary living or functioning condition'' and inserting ``to ensure that such residences are habitable during longer term recovery (including through coordination with other sources for repair and rebuilding of such residences)''; and (2) in paragraph (4) by striking ``in cases in which'' and all that follows through the end and inserting ``if the President determines such assistance is a cost effective alternative to other housing solutions, including the costs associated with temporary housing provided under this section.''. SEC. 6. POST-DISASTER HOUSING ASSISTANCE ANALYSIS AND REPORT. (a) Analysis.--The Administrator, in coordination with the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, shall conduct an analysis comparing the costs, benefits, and effectiveness of assistance provided under the Disaster Housing Assistance Program, including any case management services provided, with other temporary housing options provided by the Administrator under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq.). (b) Provision of Data.--The Administrator shall ensure that public housing authorities engaged in carrying out the Disaster Housing Assistance Program relay data concerning the extent and effectiveness of case management services in transitioning individuals and households toward self-sufficiency under the Program compared to other alternative disaster assistance programs available under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq.). (c) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate a report that contains the analysis required under subsection (a) and an analysis of the oversight mechanisms, program integrity checks, and financial management measures utilized in carrying out the Program compared to alternative disaster housing assistance programs under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq.). SEC. 7. 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. Union Calendar No. 473 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 3037 [Report No. 117-653, Part I] _______________________________________________________________________

Housing Survivors of Major Disasters Act of 2021

To make available necessary disaster assistance for families affected by major disasters, and for other purposes.

Housing Survivors of Major Disasters Act of 2021 Housing Survivors of Major Disasters Act of 2021

Rep. Espaillat, Adriano

D

NY

This bill makes certain individuals and households eligible for housing assistance in connection with a major disaster, including Hurricane Maria of 2017. To be eligible, an individual or household must be (1) residing on property located in the area for which the major disaster was declared but does not have documented ownership rights to and is not renting such property, or (2) residing or have resided in an area for which the major disaster was declared during the designated incident period. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) must consider alternative forms of proof to determine the eligibility of an individual or household for assistance. FEMA shall create and distribute a declarative form statement that applicants for assistance can use to self-certify eligibility for assistance and shall make the statement available in specified languages at all active Disaster Recovery Centers and on its website and social media. FEMA may provide financial assistance for repairs to ensure that residences are habitable during longer-term recovery and for permanent housing construction if the President determines that such assistance is a cost effective alternative to other housing solutions. FEMA shall conduct an analysis comparing the costs, benefits, and effectiveness of assistance provided under the Disaster Housing Assistance Program, including any case management services provided, with other temporary housing options provided by FEMA.

To make available necessary disaster assistance for families affected by major disasters, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. DEFINITIONS. (2) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of FEMA. 3. ELIGIBILITY FOR AND USE OF DISASTER ASSISTANCE. 5174) in connection with a major disaster declared by the President under section 401 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 5170), including Hurricane Maria of 2017. (b) Use of Funds.--Any assistance provided pursuant to subsection (a) may include costs relating to obtaining title for a property described in subsection (c)(1), including the cost of land surveys and any other taxes or fees associated with obtaining the title for such property. 5170), during the designated incident period, including residing in any housing accommodation or property upon which a housing accommodation is located, including any living quarters, boardinghouse, bunkhouse, manufactured home, mobile home, or travel trailer. (d) Evidence.-- (1) Consideration.--In making a determination to provide assistance pursuant to this Act, the Administrator shall consider a wide range of evidence. (E) The deed or title for the applicable property. (F) A mortgage payment booklet or another mortgage document. (G) Property title of mobile home certificate of title. (H) A real estate property tax receipt. (I) A school registration containing the address of self, child, or children. (J) A will and testament with the name and address of the individual. (N) Any other documentation, certification, identification, or proof of occupancy or ownership not included on this list that can reasonably link the individual requesting assistance to the applicable property. 4. DECLARATIVE STATEMENT. (2) Prohibition of notarization.--The Administrator may not require the declarative statement form created under paragraph (1) to require notarization by the applicant. (c) Guidance.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall provide written notification and guidance to employees of FEMA regarding the requirements of this Act. 5. REPAIR AND REBUILDING. Section 408(c) of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 6. POST-DISASTER HOUSING ASSISTANCE ANALYSIS AND REPORT. (b) Provision of Data.--The Administrator shall ensure that public housing authorities engaged in carrying out the Disaster Housing Assistance Program relay data concerning the extent and effectiveness of case management services in transitioning individuals and households toward self-sufficiency under the Program compared to other alternative disaster assistance programs available under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq.). SEC. 7. DETERMINATION OF BUDGETARY EFFECTS. Union Calendar No. 117-653, Part I] _______________________________________________________________________

To make available necessary disaster assistance for families affected by major disasters, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. (2) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of FEMA. 3. ELIGIBILITY FOR AND USE OF DISASTER ASSISTANCE. 5174) in connection with a major disaster declared by the President under section 401 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 5170), including Hurricane Maria of 2017. (b) Use of Funds.--Any assistance provided pursuant to subsection (a) may include costs relating to obtaining title for a property described in subsection (c)(1), including the cost of land surveys and any other taxes or fees associated with obtaining the title for such property. (d) Evidence.-- (1) Consideration.--In making a determination to provide assistance pursuant to this Act, the Administrator shall consider a wide range of evidence. (E) The deed or title for the applicable property. (F) A mortgage payment booklet or another mortgage document. (G) Property title of mobile home certificate of title. (J) A will and testament with the name and address of the individual. 4. DECLARATIVE STATEMENT. (2) Prohibition of notarization.--The Administrator may not require the declarative statement form created under paragraph (1) to require notarization by the applicant. (c) Guidance.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall provide written notification and guidance to employees of FEMA regarding the requirements of this Act. REPAIR AND REBUILDING. Section 408(c) of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. POST-DISASTER HOUSING ASSISTANCE ANALYSIS AND REPORT. (b) Provision of Data.--The Administrator shall ensure that public housing authorities engaged in carrying out the Disaster Housing Assistance Program relay data concerning the extent and effectiveness of case management services in transitioning individuals and households toward self-sufficiency under the Program compared to other alternative disaster assistance programs available under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq.). SEC. DETERMINATION OF BUDGETARY EFFECTS.

To make available necessary disaster assistance for families affected by major disasters, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. DEFINITIONS. (2) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of FEMA. 3. ELIGIBILITY FOR AND USE OF DISASTER ASSISTANCE. 5174) in connection with a major disaster declared by the President under section 401 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 5170), including Hurricane Maria of 2017. (b) Use of Funds.--Any assistance provided pursuant to subsection (a) may include costs relating to obtaining title for a property described in subsection (c)(1), including the cost of land surveys and any other taxes or fees associated with obtaining the title for such property. 5170), during the designated incident period, including residing in any housing accommodation or property upon which a housing accommodation is located, including any living quarters, boardinghouse, bunkhouse, manufactured home, mobile home, or travel trailer. (d) Evidence.-- (1) Consideration.--In making a determination to provide assistance pursuant to this Act, the Administrator shall consider a wide range of evidence. (B) A merchant's statement (including a credit card, delivery notice, or first class mail) with the name and address of the individual. (E) The deed or title for the applicable property. (F) A mortgage payment booklet or another mortgage document. (G) Property title of mobile home certificate of title. (H) A real estate property tax receipt. (I) A school registration containing the address of self, child, or children. (J) A will and testament with the name and address of the individual. (K) In a State that does not require a will and testament for the transfer of immovable property, a death certificate and birth certificate that establishes an automatic transfer of legal ownership. (N) Any other documentation, certification, identification, or proof of occupancy or ownership not included on this list that can reasonably link the individual requesting assistance to the applicable property. 4. DECLARATIVE STATEMENT. (2) Prohibition of notarization.--The Administrator may not require the declarative statement form created under paragraph (1) to require notarization by the applicant. (b) Exemptions.--A declarative statement form created under subsection (a)(1) is exempt from publication notice, public comment periods, and agency information collection review and approval by the Office of Management and Budget required by the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. (c) Guidance.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall provide written notification and guidance to employees of FEMA regarding the requirements of this Act. 5. REPAIR AND REBUILDING. Section 408(c) of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5174) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (2)(A)(i) by striking ``to a safe and sanitary living or functioning condition'' and inserting ``to ensure that such residences are habitable during longer term recovery (including through coordination with other sources for repair and rebuilding of such residences)''; and (2) in paragraph (4) by striking ``in cases in which'' and all that follows through the end and inserting ``if the President determines such assistance is a cost effective alternative to other housing solutions, including the costs associated with temporary housing provided under this section.''. 6. POST-DISASTER HOUSING ASSISTANCE ANALYSIS AND REPORT. (b) Provision of Data.--The Administrator shall ensure that public housing authorities engaged in carrying out the Disaster Housing Assistance Program relay data concerning the extent and effectiveness of case management services in transitioning individuals and households toward self-sufficiency under the Program compared to other alternative disaster assistance programs available under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq.). SEC. 7. 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. Union Calendar No. 473 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 3037 [Report No. 117-653, Part I] _______________________________________________________________________

To make available necessary disaster assistance for families affected by major disasters, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Housing Survivors of Major Disasters Act of 2021''. DEFINITIONS. (2) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of FEMA. 3. ELIGIBILITY FOR AND USE OF DISASTER ASSISTANCE. 5174) in connection with a major disaster declared by the President under section 401 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 5170), including Hurricane Maria of 2017. (b) Use of Funds.--Any assistance provided pursuant to subsection (a) may include costs relating to obtaining title for a property described in subsection (c)(1), including the cost of land surveys and any other taxes or fees associated with obtaining the title for such property. 5170), during the designated incident period, including residing in any housing accommodation or property upon which a housing accommodation is located, including any living quarters, boardinghouse, bunkhouse, manufactured home, mobile home, or travel trailer. (d) Evidence.-- (1) Consideration.--In making a determination to provide assistance pursuant to this Act, the Administrator shall consider a wide range of evidence. (2) Alternative forms of evidence.--In determining if an individual or household is eligible for assistance pursuant to this Act, the Administrator shall accept either a declarative statement or the presentation of at least one item of alternative evidence, including the following: (A) A utility (including gas, electric, sewer, or water) bill with the name and address of the individual. (B) A merchant's statement (including a credit card, delivery notice, or first class mail) with the name and address of the individual. (C) A pay stub from an employer with the name and address of the individual. (D) A current driver's license or State-issued identification card of the individual. (E) The deed or title for the applicable property. (F) A mortgage payment booklet or another mortgage document. (G) Property title of mobile home certificate of title. (H) A real estate property tax receipt. (I) A school registration containing the address of self, child, or children. (J) A will and testament with the name and address of the individual. (K) In a State that does not require a will and testament for the transfer of immovable property, a death certificate and birth certificate that establishes an automatic transfer of legal ownership. (L) Medical records that list the name and address of the individual. (M) A charitable donation receipt that lists the name and address of the individual. (N) Any other documentation, certification, identification, or proof of occupancy or ownership not included on this list that can reasonably link the individual requesting assistance to the applicable property. (e) Applicability.--This section shall apply to funds appropriated on or after the date of enactment of this Act. 4. DECLARATIVE STATEMENT. (2) Prohibition of notarization.--The Administrator may not require the declarative statement form created under paragraph (1) to require notarization by the applicant. (b) Exemptions.--A declarative statement form created under subsection (a)(1) is exempt from publication notice, public comment periods, and agency information collection review and approval by the Office of Management and Budget required by the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.). (c) Guidance.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall provide written notification and guidance to employees of FEMA regarding the requirements of this Act. (d) Publication.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall-- (1) make the declarative statement form created under subsection (a)(1) available in Spanish and English at all active Disaster Recovery Centers; and (2) publish in English, Spanish, and any other locally predominant languages on the website of FEMA and on social media the declarative statement form and instructions on how applicants can reopen or seek further appeal of relevant determinations. (e) Past Disasters.--For applicants of assistance provided pursuant to section 3 since January 1, 2017, the Administrator shall provide an applicant not fewer than 180 days to submit the declarative statement form to reopen or appeal a case after such applicant has received notice of the right to do so. 5. REPAIR AND REBUILDING. Section 408(c) of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5174) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (2)(A)(i) by striking ``to a safe and sanitary living or functioning condition'' and inserting ``to ensure that such residences are habitable during longer term recovery (including through coordination with other sources for repair and rebuilding of such residences)''; and (2) in paragraph (4) by striking ``in cases in which'' and all that follows through the end and inserting ``if the President determines such assistance is a cost effective alternative to other housing solutions, including the costs associated with temporary housing provided under this section.''. 6. POST-DISASTER HOUSING ASSISTANCE ANALYSIS AND REPORT. (b) Provision of Data.--The Administrator shall ensure that public housing authorities engaged in carrying out the Disaster Housing Assistance Program relay data concerning the extent and effectiveness of case management services in transitioning individuals and households toward self-sufficiency under the Program compared to other alternative disaster assistance programs available under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq.). SEC. 7. 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. Union Calendar No. 473 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 3037 [Report No. 117-653, Part I] _______________________________________________________________________

To make available necessary disaster assistance for families affected by major disasters, and for other purposes. a) Financial Assistance.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, individuals and households described in subsection (c) may be eligible for assistance made available under section 408 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5174) in connection with a major disaster declared by the President under section 401 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 5170), including Hurricane Maria of 2017. ( d) Evidence.-- (1) Consideration.--In making a determination to provide assistance pursuant to this Act, the Administrator shall consider a wide range of evidence. ( 2) Alternative forms of evidence.--In determining if an individual or household is eligible for assistance pursuant to this Act, the Administrator shall accept either a declarative statement or the presentation of at least one item of alternative evidence, including the following: (A) A utility (including gas, electric, sewer, or water) bill with the name and address of the individual. ( (D) A current driver's license or State-issued identification card of the individual. ( H) A real estate property tax receipt. ( J) A will and testament with the name and address of the individual. ( (a) Development of Declarative Statement.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall create, in coordination with the appropriate authorities of the applicable jurisdiction, and distribute, where necessary, a declarative statement form that an applicant for assistance provided pursuant to section 3 may use to self-certify such applicant's eligibility for assistance pursuant to this Act. ( d) Publication.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall-- (1) make the declarative statement form created under subsection (a)(1) available in Spanish and English at all active Disaster Recovery Centers; and (2) publish in English, Spanish, and any other locally predominant languages on the website of FEMA and on social media the declarative statement form and instructions on how applicants can reopen or seek further appeal of relevant determinations. (e) Past Disasters.--For applicants of assistance provided pursuant to section 3 since January 1, 2017, the Administrator shall provide an applicant not fewer than 180 days to submit the declarative statement form to reopen or appeal a case after such applicant has received notice of the right to do so. a) Analysis.--The Administrator, in coordination with the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, shall conduct an analysis comparing the costs, benefits, and effectiveness of assistance provided under the Disaster Housing Assistance Program, including any case management services provided, with other temporary housing options provided by the Administrator under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq.). (b) Provision of Data.--The Administrator shall ensure that public housing authorities engaged in carrying out the Disaster Housing Assistance Program relay data concerning the extent and effectiveness of case management services in transitioning individuals and households toward self-sufficiency under the Program compared to other alternative disaster assistance programs available under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq.). ( DETERMINATION OF BUDGETARY EFFECTS. 473 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 3037 [Report No. 117-653, Part I] _______________________________________________________________________

To make available necessary disaster assistance for families affected by major disasters, and for other purposes. a) Financial Assistance.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, individuals and households described in subsection (c) may be eligible for assistance made available under section 408 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5174) in connection with a major disaster declared by the President under section 401 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 5170), including Hurricane Maria of 2017. ( (d) Evidence.-- (1) Consideration.--In making a determination to provide assistance pursuant to this Act, the Administrator shall consider a wide range of evidence. ( 2) Alternative forms of evidence.--In determining if an individual or household is eligible for assistance pursuant to this Act, the Administrator shall accept either a declarative statement or the presentation of at least one item of alternative evidence, including the following: (A) A utility (including gas, electric, sewer, or water) bill with the name and address of the individual. ( H) A real estate property tax receipt. ( DECLARATIVE STATEMENT. ( (2) Prohibition of notarization.--The Administrator may not require the declarative statement form created under paragraph (1) to require notarization by the applicant. ( e) Past Disasters.--For applicants of assistance provided pursuant to section 3 since January 1, 2017, the Administrator shall provide an applicant not fewer than 180 days to submit the declarative statement form to reopen or appeal a case after such applicant has received notice of the right to do so. (a) Analysis.--The Administrator, in coordination with the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, shall conduct an analysis comparing the costs, benefits, and effectiveness of assistance provided under the Disaster Housing Assistance Program, including any case management services provided, with other temporary housing options provided by the Administrator under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq.). ( 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.

To make available necessary disaster assistance for families affected by major disasters, and for other purposes. a) Financial Assistance.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, individuals and households described in subsection (c) may be eligible for assistance made available under section 408 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5174) in connection with a major disaster declared by the President under section 401 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 5170), including Hurricane Maria of 2017. ( (d) Evidence.-- (1) Consideration.--In making a determination to provide assistance pursuant to this Act, the Administrator shall consider a wide range of evidence. ( 2) Alternative forms of evidence.--In determining if an individual or household is eligible for assistance pursuant to this Act, the Administrator shall accept either a declarative statement or the presentation of at least one item of alternative evidence, including the following: (A) A utility (including gas, electric, sewer, or water) bill with the name and address of the individual. ( H) A real estate property tax receipt. ( DECLARATIVE STATEMENT. ( (2) Prohibition of notarization.--The Administrator may not require the declarative statement form created under paragraph (1) to require notarization by the applicant. ( e) Past Disasters.--For applicants of assistance provided pursuant to section 3 since January 1, 2017, the Administrator shall provide an applicant not fewer than 180 days to submit the declarative statement form to reopen or appeal a case after such applicant has received notice of the right to do so. (a) Analysis.--The Administrator, in coordination with the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, shall conduct an analysis comparing the costs, benefits, and effectiveness of assistance provided under the Disaster Housing Assistance Program, including any case management services provided, with other temporary housing options provided by the Administrator under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq.). ( 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.

To make available necessary disaster assistance for families affected by major disasters, and for other purposes. a) Financial Assistance.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, individuals and households described in subsection (c) may be eligible for assistance made available under section 408 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5174) in connection with a major disaster declared by the President under section 401 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 5170), including Hurricane Maria of 2017. ( d) Evidence.-- (1) Consideration.--In making a determination to provide assistance pursuant to this Act, the Administrator shall consider a wide range of evidence. ( 2) Alternative forms of evidence.--In determining if an individual or household is eligible for assistance pursuant to this Act, the Administrator shall accept either a declarative statement or the presentation of at least one item of alternative evidence, including the following: (A) A utility (including gas, electric, sewer, or water) bill with the name and address of the individual. ( (D) A current driver's license or State-issued identification card of the individual. ( H) A real estate property tax receipt. ( J) A will and testament with the name and address of the individual. ( (a) Development of Declarative Statement.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall create, in coordination with the appropriate authorities of the applicable jurisdiction, and distribute, where necessary, a declarative statement form that an applicant for assistance provided pursuant to section 3 may use to self-certify such applicant's eligibility for assistance pursuant to this Act. ( d) Publication.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall-- (1) make the declarative statement form created under subsection (a)(1) available in Spanish and English at all active Disaster Recovery Centers; and (2) publish in English, Spanish, and any other locally predominant languages on the website of FEMA and on social media the declarative statement form and instructions on how applicants can reopen or seek further appeal of relevant determinations. (e) Past Disasters.--For applicants of assistance provided pursuant to section 3 since January 1, 2017, the Administrator shall provide an applicant not fewer than 180 days to submit the declarative statement form to reopen or appeal a case after such applicant has received notice of the right to do so. a) Analysis.--The Administrator, in coordination with the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, shall conduct an analysis comparing the costs, benefits, and effectiveness of assistance provided under the Disaster Housing Assistance Program, including any case management services provided, with other temporary housing options provided by the Administrator under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq.). (b) Provision of Data.--The Administrator shall ensure that public housing authorities engaged in carrying out the Disaster Housing Assistance Program relay data concerning the extent and effectiveness of case management services in transitioning individuals and households toward self-sufficiency under the Program compared to other alternative disaster assistance programs available under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq.). ( DETERMINATION OF BUDGETARY EFFECTS. 473 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 3037 [Report No. 117-653, Part I] _______________________________________________________________________

To make available necessary disaster assistance for families affected by major disasters, and for other purposes. a) Financial Assistance.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, individuals and households described in subsection (c) may be eligible for assistance made available under section 408 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5174) in connection with a major disaster declared by the President under section 401 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 5170), including Hurricane Maria of 2017. ( (d) Evidence.-- (1) Consideration.--In making a determination to provide assistance pursuant to this Act, the Administrator shall consider a wide range of evidence. ( 2) Alternative forms of evidence.--In determining if an individual or household is eligible for assistance pursuant to this Act, the Administrator shall accept either a declarative statement or the presentation of at least one item of alternative evidence, including the following: (A) A utility (including gas, electric, sewer, or water) bill with the name and address of the individual. ( H) A real estate property tax receipt. ( DECLARATIVE STATEMENT. ( (2) Prohibition of notarization.--The Administrator may not require the declarative statement form created under paragraph (1) to require notarization by the applicant. ( e) Past Disasters.--For applicants of assistance provided pursuant to section 3 since January 1, 2017, the Administrator shall provide an applicant not fewer than 180 days to submit the declarative statement form to reopen or appeal a case after such applicant has received notice of the right to do so. (a) Analysis.--The Administrator, in coordination with the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, shall conduct an analysis comparing the costs, benefits, and effectiveness of assistance provided under the Disaster Housing Assistance Program, including any case management services provided, with other temporary housing options provided by the Administrator under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq.). ( 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.

To make available necessary disaster assistance for families affected by major disasters, and for other purposes. a) Financial Assistance.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, individuals and households described in subsection (c) may be eligible for assistance made available under section 408 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5174) in connection with a major disaster declared by the President under section 401 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 5170), including Hurricane Maria of 2017. ( d) Evidence.-- (1) Consideration.--In making a determination to provide assistance pursuant to this Act, the Administrator shall consider a wide range of evidence. ( 2) Alternative forms of evidence.--In determining if an individual or household is eligible for assistance pursuant to this Act, the Administrator shall accept either a declarative statement or the presentation of at least one item of alternative evidence, including the following: (A) A utility (including gas, electric, sewer, or water) bill with the name and address of the individual. ( (D) A current driver's license or State-issued identification card of the individual. ( H) A real estate property tax receipt. ( J) A will and testament with the name and address of the individual. ( (a) Development of Declarative Statement.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall create, in coordination with the appropriate authorities of the applicable jurisdiction, and distribute, where necessary, a declarative statement form that an applicant for assistance provided pursuant to section 3 may use to self-certify such applicant's eligibility for assistance pursuant to this Act. ( d) Publication.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall-- (1) make the declarative statement form created under subsection (a)(1) available in Spanish and English at all active Disaster Recovery Centers; and (2) publish in English, Spanish, and any other locally predominant languages on the website of FEMA and on social media the declarative statement form and instructions on how applicants can reopen or seek further appeal of relevant determinations. (e) Past Disasters.--For applicants of assistance provided pursuant to section 3 since January 1, 2017, the Administrator shall provide an applicant not fewer than 180 days to submit the declarative statement form to reopen or appeal a case after such applicant has received notice of the right to do so. a) Analysis.--The Administrator, in coordination with the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, shall conduct an analysis comparing the costs, benefits, and effectiveness of assistance provided under the Disaster Housing Assistance Program, including any case management services provided, with other temporary housing options provided by the Administrator under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq.). (b) Provision of Data.--The Administrator shall ensure that public housing authorities engaged in carrying out the Disaster Housing Assistance Program relay data concerning the extent and effectiveness of case management services in transitioning individuals and households toward self-sufficiency under the Program compared to other alternative disaster assistance programs available under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq.). ( DETERMINATION OF BUDGETARY EFFECTS. 473 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 3037 [Report No. 117-653, Part I] _______________________________________________________________________

To make available necessary disaster assistance for families affected by major disasters, and for other purposes. a) Financial Assistance.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, individuals and households described in subsection (c) may be eligible for assistance made available under section 408 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5174) in connection with a major disaster declared by the President under section 401 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 5170), including Hurricane Maria of 2017. ( (d) Evidence.-- (1) Consideration.--In making a determination to provide assistance pursuant to this Act, the Administrator shall consider a wide range of evidence. ( 2) Alternative forms of evidence.--In determining if an individual or household is eligible for assistance pursuant to this Act, the Administrator shall accept either a declarative statement or the presentation of at least one item of alternative evidence, including the following: (A) A utility (including gas, electric, sewer, or water) bill with the name and address of the individual. ( H) A real estate property tax receipt. ( DECLARATIVE STATEMENT. ( (2) Prohibition of notarization.--The Administrator may not require the declarative statement form created under paragraph (1) to require notarization by the applicant. ( e) Past Disasters.--For applicants of assistance provided pursuant to section 3 since January 1, 2017, the Administrator shall provide an applicant not fewer than 180 days to submit the declarative statement form to reopen or appeal a case after such applicant has received notice of the right to do so. (a) Analysis.--The Administrator, in coordination with the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, shall conduct an analysis comparing the costs, benefits, and effectiveness of assistance provided under the Disaster Housing Assistance Program, including any case management services provided, with other temporary housing options provided by the Administrator under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq.). ( 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.

To make available necessary disaster assistance for families affected by major disasters, and for other purposes. 2) Alternative forms of evidence.--In determining if an individual or household is eligible for assistance pursuant to this Act, the Administrator shall accept either a declarative statement or the presentation of at least one item of alternative evidence, including the following: (A) A utility (including gas, electric, sewer, or water) bill with the name and address of the individual. ( ( ( (a) Development of Declarative Statement.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall create, in coordination with the appropriate authorities of the applicable jurisdiction, and distribute, where necessary, a declarative statement form that an applicant for assistance provided pursuant to section 3 may use to self-certify such applicant's eligibility for assistance pursuant to this Act. ( d) Publication.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall-- (1) make the declarative statement form created under subsection (a)(1) available in Spanish and English at all active Disaster Recovery Centers; and (2) publish in English, Spanish, and any other locally predominant languages on the website of FEMA and on social media the declarative statement form and instructions on how applicants can reopen or seek further appeal of relevant determinations. ( a) Analysis.--The Administrator, in coordination with the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, shall conduct an analysis comparing the costs, benefits, and effectiveness of assistance provided under the Disaster Housing Assistance Program, including any case management services provided, with other temporary housing options provided by the Administrator under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq.). ( b) Provision of Data.--The Administrator shall ensure that public housing authorities engaged in carrying out the Disaster Housing Assistance Program relay data concerning the extent and effectiveness of case management services in transitioning individuals and households toward self-sufficiency under the Program compared to other alternative disaster assistance programs available under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq.). (

To make available necessary disaster assistance for families affected by major disasters, and for other purposes. e) Past Disasters.--For applicants of assistance provided pursuant to section 3 since January 1, 2017, the Administrator shall provide an applicant not fewer than 180 days to submit the declarative statement form to reopen or appeal a case after such applicant has received notice of the right to do so. ( ( 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.

To make available necessary disaster assistance for families affected by major disasters, and for other purposes. 2) Alternative forms of evidence.--In determining if an individual or household is eligible for assistance pursuant to this Act, the Administrator shall accept either a declarative statement or the presentation of at least one item of alternative evidence, including the following: (A) A utility (including gas, electric, sewer, or water) bill with the name and address of the individual. ( ( ( (a) Development of Declarative Statement.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall create, in coordination with the appropriate authorities of the applicable jurisdiction, and distribute, where necessary, a declarative statement form that an applicant for assistance provided pursuant to section 3 may use to self-certify such applicant's eligibility for assistance pursuant to this Act. ( d) Publication.--Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall-- (1) make the declarative statement form created under subsection (a)(1) available in Spanish and English at all active Disaster Recovery Centers; and (2) publish in English, Spanish, and any other locally predominant languages on the website of FEMA and on social media the declarative statement form and instructions on how applicants can reopen or seek further appeal of relevant determinations. ( a) Analysis.--The Administrator, in coordination with the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, shall conduct an analysis comparing the costs, benefits, and effectiveness of assistance provided under the Disaster Housing Assistance Program, including any case management services provided, with other temporary housing options provided by the Administrator under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq.). ( b) Provision of Data.--The Administrator shall ensure that public housing authorities engaged in carrying out the Disaster Housing Assistance Program relay data concerning the extent and effectiveness of case management services in transitioning individuals and households toward self-sufficiency under the Program compared to other alternative disaster assistance programs available under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq.). (

H.R.5506

Science, Technology, Communications

Rural Telehealth Access Task Force Act This bill establishes the Rural Telehealth Access Task Force to identify, evaluate, and recommend ways to increase adoption of telehealth services and access to broadband internet in rural areas.

To establish a Rural Telehealth Access Task Force to determine how to address barriers to the adoption of telehealth technology and access to broadband internet access service in rural 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 ``Rural Telehealth Access Task Force Act''. SEC. 2. RURAL TELEHEALTH ACCESS TASK FORCE. (a) Establishment.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this section, the Commission shall establish a task force to be known as the ``Rural Telehealth Access Task Force'' (in this section referred to as the ``Task Force''). (b) Membership.--The Task Force shall be composed of the following: (1) The Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information. (2) The Secretary of Agriculture. (3) The Secretary of Health and Human Services. (4) The Chairperson of the Federal Communications Commission. (5) The Secretary of Veterans Affairs. (c) Chairperson.--The Chairperson of the Federal Communications Commission shall serve as the Chairperson of the Task Force. (d) Duties.--The Task Force shall carry out the following duties: (1) Identify barriers and opportunities to telehealth service in rural areas. (2) Identify barriers to, and opportunities for, utilization of telehealth services in rural areas. (3) Identify opportunities for coordination among covered agencies and across high-cost programs to prevent duplication of effort or overbuilding of existing or planned broadband internet access service projects. (4) Evaluate the adoption and usage rates of telehealth services in rural areas. (5) Evaluate how expanded access to telehealth services can address health disparities in rural patients. (6) Determine how to expand access to broadband internet access service for telehealth services in rural areas, including-- (A) rural health systems; and (B) internet service providers. (7) Develop recommendations on how to use current high cost broadband resources to expand access to telehealth services in rural areas. (e) Information Sharing.--The covered agencies shall share information with the Task Force on existing or planned broadband internet access service projects that may be useful in carrying out the duties of the Task Force in subsection (c). (f) Report.--Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this section, the Commission shall submit to Congress a report that-- (1) details the findings and recommendations of the Task Force; and (2) includes an identification of other telehealth issues or recommendations that the Task Forces determines is appropriate. (g) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Broadband internet access service.--The term ``broadband internet access service'' has the meaning give such term in section 8.1(b) of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations. (2) Commission.--The term ``Commission'' means the Federal Communications Commission. (3) Covered agency.--The term ``covered agency'' means-- (A) the Commission; (B) the Department of Agriculture; (C) the Department of Health and Human Services; and (D) the National Telecommunications and Information Administration. (4) High-cost program.--The term ``high-cost program'' includes the following: (A) Subpart D of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as ``Universal Service Support for High Cost Areas''). (B) Subpart J of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as the ``Remote Areas Fund''). (C) Subpart K of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as the ``Interstate Common Line Support Mechanism for Rate-of-Return Carriers''). (D) Subpart L of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as the ``Mobility Fund''). (E) Subpart M of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as the ``High Cost Loop Support for Rate-of-Return Carriers''). (F) The connected care pilot program (85 Fed. Reg. 19896). (G) Section 1734 of title 7, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as the ``Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant Program''). (H) The COVID-19 telehealth program (86 Fed. Reg. 8356). (I) Section 902 of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (Public Law 116-133). (J) Section 905(c) of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (Public Law 116-133). (5) Rural; rural area.--The terms ``rural'' and ``rural area'' mean any area other than a city or town that has a population greater than 50,000 inhabitants. <all>

Rural Telehealth Access Task Force Act

To establish a Rural Telehealth Access Task Force to determine how to address barriers to the adoption of telehealth technology and access to broadband internet access service in rural areas, and for other purposes.

Rural Telehealth Access Task Force Act

Rep. Pence, Greg

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This bill establishes the Rural Telehealth Access Task Force to identify, evaluate, and recommend ways to increase adoption of telehealth services and access to broadband internet in rural areas.

To establish a Rural Telehealth Access Task Force to determine how to address barriers to the adoption of telehealth technology and access to broadband internet access service in rural 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. SEC. RURAL TELEHEALTH ACCESS TASK FORCE. (b) Membership.--The Task Force shall be composed of the following: (1) The Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information. (2) The Secretary of Agriculture. (3) The Secretary of Health and Human Services. (5) The Secretary of Veterans Affairs. (c) Chairperson.--The Chairperson of the Federal Communications Commission shall serve as the Chairperson of the Task Force. (d) Duties.--The Task Force shall carry out the following duties: (1) Identify barriers and opportunities to telehealth service in rural areas. (3) Identify opportunities for coordination among covered agencies and across high-cost programs to prevent duplication of effort or overbuilding of existing or planned broadband internet access service projects. (4) Evaluate the adoption and usage rates of telehealth services in rural areas. (5) Evaluate how expanded access to telehealth services can address health disparities in rural patients. (7) Develop recommendations on how to use current high cost broadband resources to expand access to telehealth services in rural areas. (e) Information Sharing.--The covered agencies shall share information with the Task Force on existing or planned broadband internet access service projects that may be useful in carrying out the duties of the Task Force in subsection (c). (f) Report.--Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this section, the Commission shall submit to Congress a report that-- (1) details the findings and recommendations of the Task Force; and (2) includes an identification of other telehealth issues or recommendations that the Task Forces determines is appropriate. (2) Commission.--The term ``Commission'' means the Federal Communications Commission. (3) Covered agency.--The term ``covered agency'' means-- (A) the Commission; (B) the Department of Agriculture; (C) the Department of Health and Human Services; and (D) the National Telecommunications and Information Administration. (B) Subpart J of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as the ``Remote Areas Fund''). (C) Subpart K of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as the ``Interstate Common Line Support Mechanism for Rate-of-Return Carriers''). (F) The connected care pilot program (85 Fed. 19896). (G) Section 1734 of title 7, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as the ``Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant Program''). (H) The COVID-19 telehealth program (86 Fed. Reg. 8356). (I) Section 902 of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (Public Law 116-133). (5) Rural; rural area.--The terms ``rural'' and ``rural area'' mean any area other than a city or town that has a population greater than 50,000 inhabitants.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. SEC. RURAL TELEHEALTH ACCESS TASK FORCE. (2) The Secretary of Agriculture. (3) The Secretary of Health and Human Services. (5) The Secretary of Veterans Affairs. (c) Chairperson.--The Chairperson of the Federal Communications Commission shall serve as the Chairperson of the Task Force. (d) Duties.--The Task Force shall carry out the following duties: (1) Identify barriers and opportunities to telehealth service in rural areas. (3) Identify opportunities for coordination among covered agencies and across high-cost programs to prevent duplication of effort or overbuilding of existing or planned broadband internet access service projects. (4) Evaluate the adoption and usage rates of telehealth services in rural areas. (5) Evaluate how expanded access to telehealth services can address health disparities in rural patients. (e) Information Sharing.--The covered agencies shall share information with the Task Force on existing or planned broadband internet access service projects that may be useful in carrying out the duties of the Task Force in subsection (c). (f) Report.--Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this section, the Commission shall submit to Congress a report that-- (1) details the findings and recommendations of the Task Force; and (2) includes an identification of other telehealth issues or recommendations that the Task Forces determines is appropriate. (2) Commission.--The term ``Commission'' means the Federal Communications Commission. (B) Subpart J of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as the ``Remote Areas Fund''). (C) Subpart K of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as the ``Interstate Common Line Support Mechanism for Rate-of-Return Carriers''). (F) The connected care pilot program (85 Fed. 19896). (G) Section 1734 of title 7, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as the ``Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant Program''). (H) The COVID-19 telehealth program (86 Fed. Reg. 8356). (I) Section 902 of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (Public Law 116-133). (5) Rural; rural area.--The terms ``rural'' and ``rural area'' mean any area other than a city or town that has a population greater than 50,000 inhabitants.

To establish a Rural Telehealth Access Task Force to determine how to address barriers to the adoption of telehealth technology and access to broadband internet access service in rural 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 ``Rural Telehealth Access Task Force Act''. SEC. 2. RURAL TELEHEALTH ACCESS TASK FORCE. (a) Establishment.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this section, the Commission shall establish a task force to be known as the ``Rural Telehealth Access Task Force'' (in this section referred to as the ``Task Force''). (b) Membership.--The Task Force shall be composed of the following: (1) The Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information. (2) The Secretary of Agriculture. (3) The Secretary of Health and Human Services. (4) The Chairperson of the Federal Communications Commission. (5) The Secretary of Veterans Affairs. (c) Chairperson.--The Chairperson of the Federal Communications Commission shall serve as the Chairperson of the Task Force. (d) Duties.--The Task Force shall carry out the following duties: (1) Identify barriers and opportunities to telehealth service in rural areas. (2) Identify barriers to, and opportunities for, utilization of telehealth services in rural areas. (3) Identify opportunities for coordination among covered agencies and across high-cost programs to prevent duplication of effort or overbuilding of existing or planned broadband internet access service projects. (4) Evaluate the adoption and usage rates of telehealth services in rural areas. (5) Evaluate how expanded access to telehealth services can address health disparities in rural patients. (6) Determine how to expand access to broadband internet access service for telehealth services in rural areas, including-- (A) rural health systems; and (B) internet service providers. (7) Develop recommendations on how to use current high cost broadband resources to expand access to telehealth services in rural areas. (e) Information Sharing.--The covered agencies shall share information with the Task Force on existing or planned broadband internet access service projects that may be useful in carrying out the duties of the Task Force in subsection (c). (f) Report.--Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this section, the Commission shall submit to Congress a report that-- (1) details the findings and recommendations of the Task Force; and (2) includes an identification of other telehealth issues or recommendations that the Task Forces determines is appropriate. (g) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Broadband internet access service.--The term ``broadband internet access service'' has the meaning give such term in section 8.1(b) of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations. (2) Commission.--The term ``Commission'' means the Federal Communications Commission. (3) Covered agency.--The term ``covered agency'' means-- (A) the Commission; (B) the Department of Agriculture; (C) the Department of Health and Human Services; and (D) the National Telecommunications and Information Administration. (4) High-cost program.--The term ``high-cost program'' includes the following: (A) Subpart D of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as ``Universal Service Support for High Cost Areas''). (B) Subpart J of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as the ``Remote Areas Fund''). (C) Subpart K of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as the ``Interstate Common Line Support Mechanism for Rate-of-Return Carriers''). (D) Subpart L of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as the ``Mobility Fund''). (E) Subpart M of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as the ``High Cost Loop Support for Rate-of-Return Carriers''). (F) The connected care pilot program (85 Fed. Reg. 19896). (G) Section 1734 of title 7, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as the ``Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant Program''). (H) The COVID-19 telehealth program (86 Fed. Reg. 8356). (I) Section 902 of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (Public Law 116-133). (J) Section 905(c) of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (Public Law 116-133). (5) Rural; rural area.--The terms ``rural'' and ``rural area'' mean any area other than a city or town that has a population greater than 50,000 inhabitants. <all>

To establish a Rural Telehealth Access Task Force to determine how to address barriers to the adoption of telehealth technology and access to broadband internet access service in rural 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 ``Rural Telehealth Access Task Force Act''. SEC. 2. RURAL TELEHEALTH ACCESS TASK FORCE. (a) Establishment.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this section, the Commission shall establish a task force to be known as the ``Rural Telehealth Access Task Force'' (in this section referred to as the ``Task Force''). (b) Membership.--The Task Force shall be composed of the following: (1) The Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information. (2) The Secretary of Agriculture. (3) The Secretary of Health and Human Services. (4) The Chairperson of the Federal Communications Commission. (5) The Secretary of Veterans Affairs. (c) Chairperson.--The Chairperson of the Federal Communications Commission shall serve as the Chairperson of the Task Force. (d) Duties.--The Task Force shall carry out the following duties: (1) Identify barriers and opportunities to telehealth service in rural areas. (2) Identify barriers to, and opportunities for, utilization of telehealth services in rural areas. (3) Identify opportunities for coordination among covered agencies and across high-cost programs to prevent duplication of effort or overbuilding of existing or planned broadband internet access service projects. (4) Evaluate the adoption and usage rates of telehealth services in rural areas. (5) Evaluate how expanded access to telehealth services can address health disparities in rural patients. (6) Determine how to expand access to broadband internet access service for telehealth services in rural areas, including-- (A) rural health systems; and (B) internet service providers. (7) Develop recommendations on how to use current high cost broadband resources to expand access to telehealth services in rural areas. (e) Information Sharing.--The covered agencies shall share information with the Task Force on existing or planned broadband internet access service projects that may be useful in carrying out the duties of the Task Force in subsection (c). (f) Report.--Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this section, the Commission shall submit to Congress a report that-- (1) details the findings and recommendations of the Task Force; and (2) includes an identification of other telehealth issues or recommendations that the Task Forces determines is appropriate. (g) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Broadband internet access service.--The term ``broadband internet access service'' has the meaning give such term in section 8.1(b) of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations. (2) Commission.--The term ``Commission'' means the Federal Communications Commission. (3) Covered agency.--The term ``covered agency'' means-- (A) the Commission; (B) the Department of Agriculture; (C) the Department of Health and Human Services; and (D) the National Telecommunications and Information Administration. (4) High-cost program.--The term ``high-cost program'' includes the following: (A) Subpart D of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as ``Universal Service Support for High Cost Areas''). (B) Subpart J of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as the ``Remote Areas Fund''). (C) Subpart K of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as the ``Interstate Common Line Support Mechanism for Rate-of-Return Carriers''). (D) Subpart L of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as the ``Mobility Fund''). (E) Subpart M of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as the ``High Cost Loop Support for Rate-of-Return Carriers''). (F) The connected care pilot program (85 Fed. Reg. 19896). (G) Section 1734 of title 7, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as the ``Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant Program''). (H) The COVID-19 telehealth program (86 Fed. Reg. 8356). (I) Section 902 of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (Public Law 116-133). (J) Section 905(c) of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (Public Law 116-133). (5) Rural; rural area.--The terms ``rural'' and ``rural area'' mean any area other than a city or town that has a population greater than 50,000 inhabitants. <all>

To establish a Rural Telehealth Access Task Force to determine how to address barriers to the adoption of telehealth technology and access to broadband internet access service in rural areas, and for other purposes. a) Establishment.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this section, the Commission shall establish a task force to be known as the ``Rural Telehealth Access Task Force'' (in this section referred to as the ``Task Force''). ( 4) The Chairperson of the Federal Communications Commission. ( (4) Evaluate the adoption and usage rates of telehealth services in rural areas. ( e) Information Sharing.--The covered agencies shall share information with the Task Force on existing or planned broadband internet access service projects that may be useful in carrying out the duties of the Task Force in subsection (c). ( (4) High-cost program.--The term ``high-cost program'' includes the following: (A) Subpart D of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as ``Universal Service Support for High Cost Areas''). ( C) Subpart K of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as the ``Interstate Common Line Support Mechanism for Rate-of-Return Carriers''). ( F) The connected care pilot program (85 Fed.

To establish a Rural Telehealth Access Task Force to determine how to address barriers to the adoption of telehealth technology and access to broadband internet access service in rural areas, and for other purposes. 5) The Secretary of Veterans Affairs. ( 2) Identify barriers to, and opportunities for, utilization of telehealth services in rural areas. ( e) Information Sharing.--The covered agencies shall share information with the Task Force on existing or planned broadband internet access service projects that may be useful in carrying out the duties of the Task Force in subsection (c). (f) Report.--Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this section, the Commission shall submit to Congress a report that-- (1) details the findings and recommendations of the Task Force; and (2) includes an identification of other telehealth issues or recommendations that the Task Forces determines is appropriate. ( 4) High-cost program.--The term ``high-cost program'' includes the following: (A) Subpart D of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as ``Universal Service Support for High Cost Areas''). ( C) Subpart K of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as the ``Interstate Common Line Support Mechanism for Rate-of-Return Carriers''). (

To establish a Rural Telehealth Access Task Force to determine how to address barriers to the adoption of telehealth technology and access to broadband internet access service in rural areas, and for other purposes. 5) The Secretary of Veterans Affairs. ( 2) Identify barriers to, and opportunities for, utilization of telehealth services in rural areas. ( e) Information Sharing.--The covered agencies shall share information with the Task Force on existing or planned broadband internet access service projects that may be useful in carrying out the duties of the Task Force in subsection (c). (f) Report.--Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this section, the Commission shall submit to Congress a report that-- (1) details the findings and recommendations of the Task Force; and (2) includes an identification of other telehealth issues or recommendations that the Task Forces determines is appropriate. ( 4) High-cost program.--The term ``high-cost program'' includes the following: (A) Subpart D of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as ``Universal Service Support for High Cost Areas''). ( C) Subpart K of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as the ``Interstate Common Line Support Mechanism for Rate-of-Return Carriers''). (

To establish a Rural Telehealth Access Task Force to determine how to address barriers to the adoption of telehealth technology and access to broadband internet access service in rural areas, and for other purposes. a) Establishment.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this section, the Commission shall establish a task force to be known as the ``Rural Telehealth Access Task Force'' (in this section referred to as the ``Task Force''). ( 4) The Chairperson of the Federal Communications Commission. ( (4) Evaluate the adoption and usage rates of telehealth services in rural areas. ( e) Information Sharing.--The covered agencies shall share information with the Task Force on existing or planned broadband internet access service projects that may be useful in carrying out the duties of the Task Force in subsection (c). ( (4) High-cost program.--The term ``high-cost program'' includes the following: (A) Subpart D of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as ``Universal Service Support for High Cost Areas''). ( C) Subpart K of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as the ``Interstate Common Line Support Mechanism for Rate-of-Return Carriers''). ( F) The connected care pilot program (85 Fed.

To establish a Rural Telehealth Access Task Force to determine how to address barriers to the adoption of telehealth technology and access to broadband internet access service in rural areas, and for other purposes. 5) The Secretary of Veterans Affairs. ( 2) Identify barriers to, and opportunities for, utilization of telehealth services in rural areas. ( e) Information Sharing.--The covered agencies shall share information with the Task Force on existing or planned broadband internet access service projects that may be useful in carrying out the duties of the Task Force in subsection (c). (f) Report.--Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this section, the Commission shall submit to Congress a report that-- (1) details the findings and recommendations of the Task Force; and (2) includes an identification of other telehealth issues or recommendations that the Task Forces determines is appropriate. ( 4) High-cost program.--The term ``high-cost program'' includes the following: (A) Subpart D of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as ``Universal Service Support for High Cost Areas''). ( C) Subpart K of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as the ``Interstate Common Line Support Mechanism for Rate-of-Return Carriers''). (

To establish a Rural Telehealth Access Task Force to determine how to address barriers to the adoption of telehealth technology and access to broadband internet access service in rural areas, and for other purposes. a) Establishment.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this section, the Commission shall establish a task force to be known as the ``Rural Telehealth Access Task Force'' (in this section referred to as the ``Task Force''). ( 4) The Chairperson of the Federal Communications Commission. ( (4) Evaluate the adoption and usage rates of telehealth services in rural areas. ( e) Information Sharing.--The covered agencies shall share information with the Task Force on existing or planned broadband internet access service projects that may be useful in carrying out the duties of the Task Force in subsection (c). ( (4) High-cost program.--The term ``high-cost program'' includes the following: (A) Subpart D of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as ``Universal Service Support for High Cost Areas''). ( C) Subpart K of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as the ``Interstate Common Line Support Mechanism for Rate-of-Return Carriers''). ( F) The connected care pilot program (85 Fed.

To establish a Rural Telehealth Access Task Force to determine how to address barriers to the adoption of telehealth technology and access to broadband internet access service in rural areas, and for other purposes. 5) The Secretary of Veterans Affairs. ( 2) Identify barriers to, and opportunities for, utilization of telehealth services in rural areas. ( e) Information Sharing.--The covered agencies shall share information with the Task Force on existing or planned broadband internet access service projects that may be useful in carrying out the duties of the Task Force in subsection (c). (f) Report.--Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this section, the Commission shall submit to Congress a report that-- (1) details the findings and recommendations of the Task Force; and (2) includes an identification of other telehealth issues or recommendations that the Task Forces determines is appropriate. ( 4) High-cost program.--The term ``high-cost program'' includes the following: (A) Subpart D of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as ``Universal Service Support for High Cost Areas''). ( C) Subpart K of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as the ``Interstate Common Line Support Mechanism for Rate-of-Return Carriers''). (

To establish a Rural Telehealth Access Task Force to determine how to address barriers to the adoption of telehealth technology and access to broadband internet access service in rural areas, and for other purposes. a) Establishment.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this section, the Commission shall establish a task force to be known as the ``Rural Telehealth Access Task Force'' (in this section referred to as the ``Task Force''). ( 4) The Chairperson of the Federal Communications Commission. ( (4) Evaluate the adoption and usage rates of telehealth services in rural areas. ( e) Information Sharing.--The covered agencies shall share information with the Task Force on existing or planned broadband internet access service projects that may be useful in carrying out the duties of the Task Force in subsection (c). ( (4) High-cost program.--The term ``high-cost program'' includes the following: (A) Subpart D of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as ``Universal Service Support for High Cost Areas''). ( C) Subpart K of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as the ``Interstate Common Line Support Mechanism for Rate-of-Return Carriers''). ( F) The connected care pilot program (85 Fed.

To establish a Rural Telehealth Access Task Force to determine how to address barriers to the adoption of telehealth technology and access to broadband internet access service in rural areas, and for other purposes. 5) The Secretary of Veterans Affairs. ( 2) Identify barriers to, and opportunities for, utilization of telehealth services in rural areas. ( e) Information Sharing.--The covered agencies shall share information with the Task Force on existing or planned broadband internet access service projects that may be useful in carrying out the duties of the Task Force in subsection (c). (f) Report.--Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this section, the Commission shall submit to Congress a report that-- (1) details the findings and recommendations of the Task Force; and (2) includes an identification of other telehealth issues or recommendations that the Task Forces determines is appropriate. ( 4) High-cost program.--The term ``high-cost program'' includes the following: (A) Subpart D of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as ``Universal Service Support for High Cost Areas''). ( C) Subpart K of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as the ``Interstate Common Line Support Mechanism for Rate-of-Return Carriers''). (

To establish a Rural Telehealth Access Task Force to determine how to address barriers to the adoption of telehealth technology and access to broadband internet access service in rural areas, and for other purposes. a) Establishment.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this section, the Commission shall establish a task force to be known as the ``Rural Telehealth Access Task Force'' (in this section referred to as the ``Task Force''). ( 4) The Chairperson of the Federal Communications Commission. ( (4) Evaluate the adoption and usage rates of telehealth services in rural areas. ( e) Information Sharing.--The covered agencies shall share information with the Task Force on existing or planned broadband internet access service projects that may be useful in carrying out the duties of the Task Force in subsection (c). ( (4) High-cost program.--The term ``high-cost program'' includes the following: (A) Subpart D of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as ``Universal Service Support for High Cost Areas''). ( C) Subpart K of title 47, Code of Federal Regulations (commonly known as the ``Interstate Common Line Support Mechanism for Rate-of-Return Carriers''). ( F) The connected care pilot program (85 Fed.

H.R.123

Finance and Financial Sector

Alternative Data for Additional Credit FHA Pilot Program Reauthorization Act This bill establishes a pilot program for an additional credit rating system for use by mortgage lenders. Specifically, the program utilizes one or more commercially available credit scoring models that apply additional credit information about borrowers who have insufficient credit histories for purposes of determining their creditworthiness for mortgages insured by the Federal Housing Administration.

To authorize a pilot program under section 258 of the National Housing Act to establish an automated process for providing additional credit rating information for mortgagors and prospective mortgagors under certain mortgages. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Alternative Data for Additional Credit FHA Pilot Program Reauthorization Act''. SEC. 2. PILOT PROGRAM FOR BORROWERS WITHOUT SUFFICIENT CREDIT HISTORY. Section 258 of the National Housing Act (12 U.S.C. 1715z-24) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)-- (A) by striking ``carry out'' and inserting ``establish and carry out''; (B) by striking ``establish, and''; (C) by inserting ``who elect to participate in the pilot program'' before the second comma; (D) by striking ``mortgagors and''; (E) by inserting after ``their creditworthiness'' the following: ``and have opted into the use of additional credit information''; and (F) by striking ``alternative'' each place such term appears and inserting ``additional''; (2) in subsection (b), by adding after the period at the end the following: ``The pilot program may not be carried out with respect to any mortgagor or prospective mortgagor under a mortgage the proceeds of which are used to prepay or pay off an existing loan secured by the same property.''; (3) by striking subsection (c); (4) by redesignating subsections (b) (as amended by paragraph (2) of this subsection) and (d) as subsections (c) and (k), respectively; (5) by inserting after subsection (a) the following new subsection: ``(b) Goal.--The goal of the pilot program under this section shall be to examine and evaluate the benefits of using such a credit scoring model that uses additional data.''; (6) by inserting after subsection (c) (as so redesignated by paragraph (4) of this subsection) the following: ``(d) Additional Credit Information.--The Secretary shall, after consultation with the Government National Mortgage Association and not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this subsection, select one or more commercially available credit scoring models that will be available under the pilot and that utilize additional data, as the Secretary considers appropriate based on the goals of the pilot program. In selecting the model or models to use, the Secretary shall consider the criteria under part 1254 of the regulations of the Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (12 C.F.R. Part 1254) to the extent appropriate. ``(e) Notification.-- ``(1) Notice of options.--The Secretary shall develop a notice for prospective mortgagors, and require mortgagees to provide such notice to prospective mortgagors, that informs prospective mortgagors of-- ``(A) the ability to opt into the use of the credit scoring model selected for use under the pilot program; ``(B) information on how the pilot program credit scoring model differs from the FHA's current credit scoring models, including the types of additional data that are included in the pilot program model; and ``(C) housing counseling agencies in the area that are approved by the Department of Housing and Urban Development. ``(2) Comparison of lending options.--The Secretary shall require mortgagees participating in the pilot program to provide information to prospective mortgagors sufficient to allow comparison of the mortgagor's lending options using the credit scoring model under the pilot program and using the credit scoring model then in effect for mortgagors not opting into the use of the credit scoring model under the pilot program. ``(f) Underwriting Options.--This section may not be construed to preclude a prospective mortgagor who opts to use an approved credit scoring model under the pilot program under this subsection in connection with underwriting for a mortgage insured under this title from thereafter obtaining a determination of creditworthiness involved in underwriting for such mortgage using information other than that provided under such approved credit scoring model. ``(g) Protection of Proprietary Information.--This section may not be construed to require the disclosure or sharing of any proprietary information. ``(h) Reporting.-- ``(1) In general.--The Secretary shall submit reports to the Congress in accordance with paragraph (2) that provide a detailed evaluation of the effectiveness of the pilot, including data that shows-- ``(A) the number of mortgagors who had the option to opt into using additional credit information and the number of mortgagors who opted into using additional credit information; ``(B) the total number and percent of mortgagors who opted into the pilot and were subsequently approved for a mortgage; ``(C) demographic information about mortgagors who opt into using additional credit information, compared to demographic information about mortgagors generally, which shall include race, ethnicity, marital status, sex or gender, geographic location regarding mortgaged properties, and any other information the Secretary deems appropriate; ``(D) whether or not mortgagors with no or thin credit files benefitted from having this option and how; ``(E) whether or not other borrowers who did not have thin or no credit files benefitted from this option and how; ``(F) the effectiveness of the additional credit information in predicting mortgage loan default; ``(G) the rate of participation of mortgagees in the pilot program; ``(H) whether or not the pilot program had an impact on the Mutual Mortgage Insurance Fund, in general, and specifically whether it had an impact on the economic net worth ratio of the Fund; ``(I) whether or not there was sufficient income from the pilot program to offset the risk posed to such Fund by the pilot program; ``(J) whether the pilot program had an impact on the ability of other borrowers not participating in the program to obtain the products and services of the FHA; and ``(K) any other information the Secretary determines relevant. ``(2) Submission.--The Secretary shall submit a report described in paragraph (1)-- ``(A) not later than 6 months after the conclusion of the 2-year period beginning on the date on which the Secretary begins accepting the additional credit scores through the pilot program established by the Secretary pursuant to this section; and ``(B) not later than 1 year after the conclusion of the 5-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of the Alternative Data for Additional Credit FHA Pilot Program Reauthorization Act. ``(3) Report on selection of additional credit model.--Not later than the conclusion of the 6-month period that begins upon the conclusion of the 1-year period under subsection (d), the Secretary shall submit to the Congress a report explaining why the additional credit scoring model or models selected pursuant to subsection (d) were selected in lieu of other commercially available credit scoring models. ``(4) Public availability of information.--The Secretary shall make publicly available in an easily accessible location on the website of the Department-- ``(A) each report submitted to the Congress pursuant to this subsection; and ``(B) information about the pilot program, which shall include an up-to-date listing of mortgagees participating in the pilot program. ``(i) Authority To Limit Participation.--The Secretary may establish a limitation to cap participation in the pilot program under this section. ``(j) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated-- ``(1) $3,000,000 for fiscal year 2020 for establishing and carrying out the pilot program under this section; and ``(2) $1,500,000 for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2024 for carrying out the pilot program under this section.''; and (7) in subsection (k), as so redesignated by paragraph (4), by striking ``5-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of the Building American Homeownership Act of 2008'' and inserting ``5-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of the Alternative Data for Additional Credit FHA Pilot Program Reauthorization Act''. <all>

Alternative Data for Additional Credit FHA Pilot Program Reauthorization Act

To authorize a pilot program under section 258 of the National Housing Act to establish an automated process for providing additional credit rating information for mortgagors and prospective mortgagors under certain mortgages.

Alternative Data for Additional Credit FHA Pilot Program Reauthorization Act

Rep. Green, Al

D

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This bill establishes a pilot program for an additional credit rating system for use by mortgage lenders. Specifically, the program utilizes one or more commercially available credit scoring models that apply additional credit information about borrowers who have insufficient credit histories for purposes of determining their creditworthiness for mortgages insured by the Federal Housing Administration.

To authorize a pilot program under section 258 of the National Housing Act to establish an automated process for providing additional credit rating information for mortgagors and prospective mortgagors under certain mortgages. SHORT TITLE. SEC. 2. PILOT PROGRAM FOR BORROWERS WITHOUT SUFFICIENT CREDIT HISTORY. Part 1254) to the extent appropriate. ``(g) Protection of Proprietary Information.--This section may not be construed to require the disclosure or sharing of any proprietary information. ``(h) Reporting.-- ``(1) In general.--The Secretary shall submit reports to the Congress in accordance with paragraph (2) that provide a detailed evaluation of the effectiveness of the pilot, including data that shows-- ``(A) the number of mortgagors who had the option to opt into using additional credit information and the number of mortgagors who opted into using additional credit information; ``(B) the total number and percent of mortgagors who opted into the pilot and were subsequently approved for a mortgage; ``(C) demographic information about mortgagors who opt into using additional credit information, compared to demographic information about mortgagors generally, which shall include race, ethnicity, marital status, sex or gender, geographic location regarding mortgaged properties, and any other information the Secretary deems appropriate; ``(D) whether or not mortgagors with no or thin credit files benefitted from having this option and how; ``(E) whether or not other borrowers who did not have thin or no credit files benefitted from this option and how; ``(F) the effectiveness of the additional credit information in predicting mortgage loan default; ``(G) the rate of participation of mortgagees in the pilot program; ``(H) whether or not the pilot program had an impact on the Mutual Mortgage Insurance Fund, in general, and specifically whether it had an impact on the economic net worth ratio of the Fund; ``(I) whether or not there was sufficient income from the pilot program to offset the risk posed to such Fund by the pilot program; ``(J) whether the pilot program had an impact on the ability of other borrowers not participating in the program to obtain the products and services of the FHA; and ``(K) any other information the Secretary determines relevant. ``(3) Report on selection of additional credit model.--Not later than the conclusion of the 6-month period that begins upon the conclusion of the 1-year period under subsection (d), the Secretary shall submit to the Congress a report explaining why the additional credit scoring model or models selected pursuant to subsection (d) were selected in lieu of other commercially available credit scoring models. ''; and (7) in subsection (k), as so redesignated by paragraph (4), by striking ``5-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of the Building American Homeownership Act of 2008'' and inserting ``5-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of the Alternative Data for Additional Credit FHA Pilot Program Reauthorization Act''.

To authorize a pilot program under section 258 of the National Housing Act to establish an automated process for providing additional credit rating information for mortgagors and prospective mortgagors under certain mortgages. 2. PILOT PROGRAM FOR BORROWERS WITHOUT SUFFICIENT CREDIT HISTORY. Part 1254) to the extent appropriate. ``(g) Protection of Proprietary Information.--This section may not be construed to require the disclosure or sharing of any proprietary information. ``(3) Report on selection of additional credit model.--Not later than the conclusion of the 6-month period that begins upon the conclusion of the 1-year period under subsection (d), the Secretary shall submit to the Congress a report explaining why the additional credit scoring model or models selected pursuant to subsection (d) were selected in lieu of other commercially available credit scoring models. ''; and (7) in subsection (k), as so redesignated by paragraph (4), by striking ``5-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of the Building American Homeownership Act of 2008'' and inserting ``5-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of the Alternative Data for Additional Credit FHA Pilot Program Reauthorization Act''.

To authorize a pilot program under section 258 of the National Housing Act to establish an automated process for providing additional credit rating information for mortgagors and prospective mortgagors under certain mortgages. 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. PILOT PROGRAM FOR BORROWERS WITHOUT SUFFICIENT CREDIT HISTORY. 1715z-24) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)-- (A) by striking ``carry out'' and inserting ``establish and carry out''; (B) by striking ``establish, and''; (C) by inserting ``who elect to participate in the pilot program'' before the second comma; (D) by striking ``mortgagors and''; (E) by inserting after ``their creditworthiness'' the following: ``and have opted into the use of additional credit information''; and (F) by striking ``alternative'' each place such term appears and inserting ``additional''; (2) in subsection (b), by adding after the period at the end the following: ``The pilot program may not be carried out with respect to any mortgagor or prospective mortgagor under a mortgage the proceeds of which are used to prepay or pay off an existing loan secured by the same property. In selecting the model or models to use, the Secretary shall consider the criteria under part 1254 of the regulations of the Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (12 C.F.R. Part 1254) to the extent appropriate. ``(g) Protection of Proprietary Information.--This section may not be construed to require the disclosure or sharing of any proprietary information. ``(h) Reporting.-- ``(1) In general.--The Secretary shall submit reports to the Congress in accordance with paragraph (2) that provide a detailed evaluation of the effectiveness of the pilot, including data that shows-- ``(A) the number of mortgagors who had the option to opt into using additional credit information and the number of mortgagors who opted into using additional credit information; ``(B) the total number and percent of mortgagors who opted into the pilot and were subsequently approved for a mortgage; ``(C) demographic information about mortgagors who opt into using additional credit information, compared to demographic information about mortgagors generally, which shall include race, ethnicity, marital status, sex or gender, geographic location regarding mortgaged properties, and any other information the Secretary deems appropriate; ``(D) whether or not mortgagors with no or thin credit files benefitted from having this option and how; ``(E) whether or not other borrowers who did not have thin or no credit files benefitted from this option and how; ``(F) the effectiveness of the additional credit information in predicting mortgage loan default; ``(G) the rate of participation of mortgagees in the pilot program; ``(H) whether or not the pilot program had an impact on the Mutual Mortgage Insurance Fund, in general, and specifically whether it had an impact on the economic net worth ratio of the Fund; ``(I) whether or not there was sufficient income from the pilot program to offset the risk posed to such Fund by the pilot program; ``(J) whether the pilot program had an impact on the ability of other borrowers not participating in the program to obtain the products and services of the FHA; and ``(K) any other information the Secretary determines relevant. ``(3) Report on selection of additional credit model.--Not later than the conclusion of the 6-month period that begins upon the conclusion of the 1-year period under subsection (d), the Secretary shall submit to the Congress a report explaining why the additional credit scoring model or models selected pursuant to subsection (d) were selected in lieu of other commercially available credit scoring models. ``(j) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated-- ``(1) $3,000,000 for fiscal year 2020 for establishing and carrying out the pilot program under this section; and ``(2) $1,500,000 for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2024 for carrying out the pilot program under this section. ''; and (7) in subsection (k), as so redesignated by paragraph (4), by striking ``5-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of the Building American Homeownership Act of 2008'' and inserting ``5-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of the Alternative Data for Additional Credit FHA Pilot Program Reauthorization Act''.

To authorize a pilot program under section 258 of the National Housing Act to establish an automated process for providing additional credit rating information for mortgagors and prospective mortgagors under certain mortgages. 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. PILOT PROGRAM FOR BORROWERS WITHOUT SUFFICIENT CREDIT HISTORY. 1715z-24) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)-- (A) by striking ``carry out'' and inserting ``establish and carry out''; (B) by striking ``establish, and''; (C) by inserting ``who elect to participate in the pilot program'' before the second comma; (D) by striking ``mortgagors and''; (E) by inserting after ``their creditworthiness'' the following: ``and have opted into the use of additional credit information''; and (F) by striking ``alternative'' each place such term appears and inserting ``additional''; (2) in subsection (b), by adding after the period at the end the following: ``The pilot program may not be carried out with respect to any mortgagor or prospective mortgagor under a mortgage the proceeds of which are used to prepay or pay off an existing loan secured by the same property. ''; (3) by striking subsection (c); (4) by redesignating subsections (b) (as amended by paragraph (2) of this subsection) and (d) as subsections (c) and (k), respectively; (5) by inserting after subsection (a) the following new subsection: ``(b) Goal.--The goal of the pilot program under this section shall be to examine and evaluate the benefits of using such a credit scoring model that uses additional data. In selecting the model or models to use, the Secretary shall consider the criteria under part 1254 of the regulations of the Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (12 C.F.R. Part 1254) to the extent appropriate. ``(e) Notification.-- ``(1) Notice of options.--The Secretary shall develop a notice for prospective mortgagors, and require mortgagees to provide such notice to prospective mortgagors, that informs prospective mortgagors of-- ``(A) the ability to opt into the use of the credit scoring model selected for use under the pilot program; ``(B) information on how the pilot program credit scoring model differs from the FHA's current credit scoring models, including the types of additional data that are included in the pilot program model; and ``(C) housing counseling agencies in the area that are approved by the Department of Housing and Urban Development. ``(f) Underwriting Options.--This section may not be construed to preclude a prospective mortgagor who opts to use an approved credit scoring model under the pilot program under this subsection in connection with underwriting for a mortgage insured under this title from thereafter obtaining a determination of creditworthiness involved in underwriting for such mortgage using information other than that provided under such approved credit scoring model. ``(g) Protection of Proprietary Information.--This section may not be construed to require the disclosure or sharing of any proprietary information. ``(h) Reporting.-- ``(1) In general.--The Secretary shall submit reports to the Congress in accordance with paragraph (2) that provide a detailed evaluation of the effectiveness of the pilot, including data that shows-- ``(A) the number of mortgagors who had the option to opt into using additional credit information and the number of mortgagors who opted into using additional credit information; ``(B) the total number and percent of mortgagors who opted into the pilot and were subsequently approved for a mortgage; ``(C) demographic information about mortgagors who opt into using additional credit information, compared to demographic information about mortgagors generally, which shall include race, ethnicity, marital status, sex or gender, geographic location regarding mortgaged properties, and any other information the Secretary deems appropriate; ``(D) whether or not mortgagors with no or thin credit files benefitted from having this option and how; ``(E) whether or not other borrowers who did not have thin or no credit files benefitted from this option and how; ``(F) the effectiveness of the additional credit information in predicting mortgage loan default; ``(G) the rate of participation of mortgagees in the pilot program; ``(H) whether or not the pilot program had an impact on the Mutual Mortgage Insurance Fund, in general, and specifically whether it had an impact on the economic net worth ratio of the Fund; ``(I) whether or not there was sufficient income from the pilot program to offset the risk posed to such Fund by the pilot program; ``(J) whether the pilot program had an impact on the ability of other borrowers not participating in the program to obtain the products and services of the FHA; and ``(K) any other information the Secretary determines relevant. ``(3) Report on selection of additional credit model.--Not later than the conclusion of the 6-month period that begins upon the conclusion of the 1-year period under subsection (d), the Secretary shall submit to the Congress a report explaining why the additional credit scoring model or models selected pursuant to subsection (d) were selected in lieu of other commercially available credit scoring models. ``(i) Authority To Limit Participation.--The Secretary may establish a limitation to cap participation in the pilot program under this section. ``(j) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated-- ``(1) $3,000,000 for fiscal year 2020 for establishing and carrying out the pilot program under this section; and ``(2) $1,500,000 for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2024 for carrying out the pilot program under this section. ''; and (7) in subsection (k), as so redesignated by paragraph (4), by striking ``5-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of the Building American Homeownership Act of 2008'' and inserting ``5-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of the Alternative Data for Additional Credit FHA Pilot Program Reauthorization Act''.

To authorize a pilot program under section 258 of the National Housing Act to establish an automated process for providing additional credit rating information for mortgagors and prospective mortgagors under certain mortgages. This Act may be cited as the ``Alternative Data for Additional Credit FHA Pilot Program Reauthorization Act''. ''; (3) by striking subsection (c); (4) by redesignating subsections (b) (as amended by paragraph (2) of this subsection) and (d) as subsections (c) and (k), respectively; (5) by inserting after subsection (a) the following new subsection: ``(b) Goal.--The goal of the pilot program under this section shall be to examine and evaluate the benefits of using such a credit scoring model that uses additional data. ''; ( 6) by inserting after subsection (c) (as so redesignated by paragraph (4) of this subsection) the following: ``(d) Additional Credit Information.--The Secretary shall, after consultation with the Government National Mortgage Association and not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this subsection, select one or more commercially available credit scoring models that will be available under the pilot and that utilize additional data, as the Secretary considers appropriate based on the goals of the pilot program. ``(2) Comparison of lending options.--The Secretary shall require mortgagees participating in the pilot program to provide information to prospective mortgagors sufficient to allow comparison of the mortgagor's lending options using the credit scoring model under the pilot program and using the credit scoring model then in effect for mortgagors not opting into the use of the credit scoring model under the pilot program. ``(f) Underwriting Options.--This section may not be construed to preclude a prospective mortgagor who opts to use an approved credit scoring model under the pilot program under this subsection in connection with underwriting for a mortgage insured under this title from thereafter obtaining a determination of creditworthiness involved in underwriting for such mortgage using information other than that provided under such approved credit scoring model. ``(g) Protection of Proprietary Information.--This section may not be construed to require the disclosure or sharing of any proprietary information. ``(2) Submission.--The Secretary shall submit a report described in paragraph (1)-- ``(A) not later than 6 months after the conclusion of the 2-year period beginning on the date on which the Secretary begins accepting the additional credit scores through the pilot program established by the Secretary pursuant to this section; and ``(B) not later than 1 year after the conclusion of the 5-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of the Alternative Data for Additional Credit FHA Pilot Program Reauthorization Act. ``(4) Public availability of information.--The Secretary shall make publicly available in an easily accessible location on the website of the Department-- ``(A) each report submitted to the Congress pursuant to this subsection; and ``(B) information about the pilot program, which shall include an up-to-date listing of mortgagees participating in the pilot program. ``(j) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated-- ``(1) $3,000,000 for fiscal year 2020 for establishing and carrying out the pilot program under this section; and ``(2) $1,500,000 for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2024 for carrying out the pilot program under this section. ''; and (7) in subsection (k), as so redesignated by paragraph (4), by striking ``5-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of the Building American Homeownership Act of 2008'' and inserting ``5-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of the Alternative Data for Additional Credit FHA Pilot Program Reauthorization Act''.

To authorize a pilot program under section 258 of the National Housing Act to establish an automated process for providing additional credit rating information for mortgagors and prospective mortgagors under certain mortgages. 6) by inserting after subsection (c) (as so redesignated by paragraph (4) of this subsection) the following: ``(d) Additional Credit Information.--The Secretary shall, after consultation with the Government National Mortgage Association and not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this subsection, select one or more commercially available credit scoring models that will be available under the pilot and that utilize additional data, as the Secretary considers appropriate based on the goals of the pilot program. In selecting the model or models to use, the Secretary shall consider the criteria under part 1254 of the regulations of the Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (12 C.F.R. Part 1254) to the extent appropriate. ``(f) Underwriting Options.--This section may not be construed to preclude a prospective mortgagor who opts to use an approved credit scoring model under the pilot program under this subsection in connection with underwriting for a mortgage insured under this title from thereafter obtaining a determination of creditworthiness involved in underwriting for such mortgage using information other than that provided under such approved credit scoring model. ``(2) Submission.--The Secretary shall submit a report described in paragraph (1)-- ``(A) not later than 6 months after the conclusion of the 2-year period beginning on the date on which the Secretary begins accepting the additional credit scores through the pilot program established by the Secretary pursuant to this section; and ``(B) not later than 1 year after the conclusion of the 5-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of the Alternative Data for Additional Credit FHA Pilot Program Reauthorization Act. ``(3) Report on selection of additional credit model.--Not later than the conclusion of the 6-month period that begins upon the conclusion of the 1-year period under subsection (d), the Secretary shall submit to the Congress a report explaining why the additional credit scoring model or models selected pursuant to subsection (d) were selected in lieu of other commercially available credit scoring models. ``(4) Public availability of information.--The Secretary shall make publicly available in an easily accessible location on the website of the Department-- ``(A) each report submitted to the Congress pursuant to this subsection; and ``(B) information about the pilot program, which shall include an up-to-date listing of mortgagees participating in the pilot program.

To authorize a pilot program under section 258 of the National Housing Act to establish an automated process for providing additional credit rating information for mortgagors and prospective mortgagors under certain mortgages. 6) by inserting after subsection (c) (as so redesignated by paragraph (4) of this subsection) the following: ``(d) Additional Credit Information.--The Secretary shall, after consultation with the Government National Mortgage Association and not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this subsection, select one or more commercially available credit scoring models that will be available under the pilot and that utilize additional data, as the Secretary considers appropriate based on the goals of the pilot program. In selecting the model or models to use, the Secretary shall consider the criteria under part 1254 of the regulations of the Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (12 C.F.R. Part 1254) to the extent appropriate. ``(f) Underwriting Options.--This section may not be construed to preclude a prospective mortgagor who opts to use an approved credit scoring model under the pilot program under this subsection in connection with underwriting for a mortgage insured under this title from thereafter obtaining a determination of creditworthiness involved in underwriting for such mortgage using information other than that provided under such approved credit scoring model. ``(2) Submission.--The Secretary shall submit a report described in paragraph (1)-- ``(A) not later than 6 months after the conclusion of the 2-year period beginning on the date on which the Secretary begins accepting the additional credit scores through the pilot program established by the Secretary pursuant to this section; and ``(B) not later than 1 year after the conclusion of the 5-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of the Alternative Data for Additional Credit FHA Pilot Program Reauthorization Act. ``(3) Report on selection of additional credit model.--Not later than the conclusion of the 6-month period that begins upon the conclusion of the 1-year period under subsection (d), the Secretary shall submit to the Congress a report explaining why the additional credit scoring model or models selected pursuant to subsection (d) were selected in lieu of other commercially available credit scoring models. ``(4) Public availability of information.--The Secretary shall make publicly available in an easily accessible location on the website of the Department-- ``(A) each report submitted to the Congress pursuant to this subsection; and ``(B) information about the pilot program, which shall include an up-to-date listing of mortgagees participating in the pilot program.

To authorize a pilot program under section 258 of the National Housing Act to establish an automated process for providing additional credit rating information for mortgagors and prospective mortgagors under certain mortgages. This Act may be cited as the ``Alternative Data for Additional Credit FHA Pilot Program Reauthorization Act''. ''; (3) by striking subsection (c); (4) by redesignating subsections (b) (as amended by paragraph (2) of this subsection) and (d) as subsections (c) and (k), respectively; (5) by inserting after subsection (a) the following new subsection: ``(b) Goal.--The goal of the pilot program under this section shall be to examine and evaluate the benefits of using such a credit scoring model that uses additional data. ''; ( 6) by inserting after subsection (c) (as so redesignated by paragraph (4) of this subsection) the following: ``(d) Additional Credit Information.--The Secretary shall, after consultation with the Government National Mortgage Association and not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this subsection, select one or more commercially available credit scoring models that will be available under the pilot and that utilize additional data, as the Secretary considers appropriate based on the goals of the pilot program. ``(2) Comparison of lending options.--The Secretary shall require mortgagees participating in the pilot program to provide information to prospective mortgagors sufficient to allow comparison of the mortgagor's lending options using the credit scoring model under the pilot program and using the credit scoring model then in effect for mortgagors not opting into the use of the credit scoring model under the pilot program. ``(f) Underwriting Options.--This section may not be construed to preclude a prospective mortgagor who opts to use an approved credit scoring model under the pilot program under this subsection in connection with underwriting for a mortgage insured under this title from thereafter obtaining a determination of creditworthiness involved in underwriting for such mortgage using information other than that provided under such approved credit scoring model. ``(g) Protection of Proprietary Information.--This section may not be construed to require the disclosure or sharing of any proprietary information. ``(2) Submission.--The Secretary shall submit a report described in paragraph (1)-- ``(A) not later than 6 months after the conclusion of the 2-year period beginning on the date on which the Secretary begins accepting the additional credit scores through the pilot program established by the Secretary pursuant to this section; and ``(B) not later than 1 year after the conclusion of the 5-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of the Alternative Data for Additional Credit FHA Pilot Program Reauthorization Act. ``(4) Public availability of information.--The Secretary shall make publicly available in an easily accessible location on the website of the Department-- ``(A) each report submitted to the Congress pursuant to this subsection; and ``(B) information about the pilot program, which shall include an up-to-date listing of mortgagees participating in the pilot program. ``(j) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated-- ``(1) $3,000,000 for fiscal year 2020 for establishing and carrying out the pilot program under this section; and ``(2) $1,500,000 for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2024 for carrying out the pilot program under this section. ''; and (7) in subsection (k), as so redesignated by paragraph (4), by striking ``5-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of the Building American Homeownership Act of 2008'' and inserting ``5-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of the Alternative Data for Additional Credit FHA Pilot Program Reauthorization Act''.

To authorize a pilot program under section 258 of the National Housing Act to establish an automated process for providing additional credit rating information for mortgagors and prospective mortgagors under certain mortgages. 6) by inserting after subsection (c) (as so redesignated by paragraph (4) of this subsection) the following: ``(d) Additional Credit Information.--The Secretary shall, after consultation with the Government National Mortgage Association and not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this subsection, select one or more commercially available credit scoring models that will be available under the pilot and that utilize additional data, as the Secretary considers appropriate based on the goals of the pilot program. In selecting the model or models to use, the Secretary shall consider the criteria under part 1254 of the regulations of the Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (12 C.F.R. Part 1254) to the extent appropriate. ``(f) Underwriting Options.--This section may not be construed to preclude a prospective mortgagor who opts to use an approved credit scoring model under the pilot program under this subsection in connection with underwriting for a mortgage insured under this title from thereafter obtaining a determination of creditworthiness involved in underwriting for such mortgage using information other than that provided under such approved credit scoring model. ``(2) Submission.--The Secretary shall submit a report described in paragraph (1)-- ``(A) not later than 6 months after the conclusion of the 2-year period beginning on the date on which the Secretary begins accepting the additional credit scores through the pilot program established by the Secretary pursuant to this section; and ``(B) not later than 1 year after the conclusion of the 5-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of the Alternative Data for Additional Credit FHA Pilot Program Reauthorization Act. ``(3) Report on selection of additional credit model.--Not later than the conclusion of the 6-month period that begins upon the conclusion of the 1-year period under subsection (d), the Secretary shall submit to the Congress a report explaining why the additional credit scoring model or models selected pursuant to subsection (d) were selected in lieu of other commercially available credit scoring models. ``(4) Public availability of information.--The Secretary shall make publicly available in an easily accessible location on the website of the Department-- ``(A) each report submitted to the Congress pursuant to this subsection; and ``(B) information about the pilot program, which shall include an up-to-date listing of mortgagees participating in the pilot program.

To authorize a pilot program under section 258 of the National Housing Act to establish an automated process for providing additional credit rating information for mortgagors and prospective mortgagors under certain mortgages. This Act may be cited as the ``Alternative Data for Additional Credit FHA Pilot Program Reauthorization Act''. ''; (3) by striking subsection (c); (4) by redesignating subsections (b) (as amended by paragraph (2) of this subsection) and (d) as subsections (c) and (k), respectively; (5) by inserting after subsection (a) the following new subsection: ``(b) Goal.--The goal of the pilot program under this section shall be to examine and evaluate the benefits of using such a credit scoring model that uses additional data. ''; ( 6) by inserting after subsection (c) (as so redesignated by paragraph (4) of this subsection) the following: ``(d) Additional Credit Information.--The Secretary shall, after consultation with the Government National Mortgage Association and not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this subsection, select one or more commercially available credit scoring models that will be available under the pilot and that utilize additional data, as the Secretary considers appropriate based on the goals of the pilot program. ``(2) Comparison of lending options.--The Secretary shall require mortgagees participating in the pilot program to provide information to prospective mortgagors sufficient to allow comparison of the mortgagor's lending options using the credit scoring model under the pilot program and using the credit scoring model then in effect for mortgagors not opting into the use of the credit scoring model under the pilot program. ``(f) Underwriting Options.--This section may not be construed to preclude a prospective mortgagor who opts to use an approved credit scoring model under the pilot program under this subsection in connection with underwriting for a mortgage insured under this title from thereafter obtaining a determination of creditworthiness involved in underwriting for such mortgage using information other than that provided under such approved credit scoring model. ``(g) Protection of Proprietary Information.--This section may not be construed to require the disclosure or sharing of any proprietary information. ``(2) Submission.--The Secretary shall submit a report described in paragraph (1)-- ``(A) not later than 6 months after the conclusion of the 2-year period beginning on the date on which the Secretary begins accepting the additional credit scores through the pilot program established by the Secretary pursuant to this section; and ``(B) not later than 1 year after the conclusion of the 5-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of the Alternative Data for Additional Credit FHA Pilot Program Reauthorization Act. ``(4) Public availability of information.--The Secretary shall make publicly available in an easily accessible location on the website of the Department-- ``(A) each report submitted to the Congress pursuant to this subsection; and ``(B) information about the pilot program, which shall include an up-to-date listing of mortgagees participating in the pilot program. ``(j) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated-- ``(1) $3,000,000 for fiscal year 2020 for establishing and carrying out the pilot program under this section; and ``(2) $1,500,000 for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2024 for carrying out the pilot program under this section. ''; and (7) in subsection (k), as so redesignated by paragraph (4), by striking ``5-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of the Building American Homeownership Act of 2008'' and inserting ``5-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of the Alternative Data for Additional Credit FHA Pilot Program Reauthorization Act''.

To authorize a pilot program under section 258 of the National Housing Act to establish an automated process for providing additional credit rating information for mortgagors and prospective mortgagors under certain mortgages. 6) by inserting after subsection (c) (as so redesignated by paragraph (4) of this subsection) the following: ``(d) Additional Credit Information.--The Secretary shall, after consultation with the Government National Mortgage Association and not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this subsection, select one or more commercially available credit scoring models that will be available under the pilot and that utilize additional data, as the Secretary considers appropriate based on the goals of the pilot program. In selecting the model or models to use, the Secretary shall consider the criteria under part 1254 of the regulations of the Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (12 C.F.R. Part 1254) to the extent appropriate. ``(f) Underwriting Options.--This section may not be construed to preclude a prospective mortgagor who opts to use an approved credit scoring model under the pilot program under this subsection in connection with underwriting for a mortgage insured under this title from thereafter obtaining a determination of creditworthiness involved in underwriting for such mortgage using information other than that provided under such approved credit scoring model. ``(2) Submission.--The Secretary shall submit a report described in paragraph (1)-- ``(A) not later than 6 months after the conclusion of the 2-year period beginning on the date on which the Secretary begins accepting the additional credit scores through the pilot program established by the Secretary pursuant to this section; and ``(B) not later than 1 year after the conclusion of the 5-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of the Alternative Data for Additional Credit FHA Pilot Program Reauthorization Act. ``(3) Report on selection of additional credit model.--Not later than the conclusion of the 6-month period that begins upon the conclusion of the 1-year period under subsection (d), the Secretary shall submit to the Congress a report explaining why the additional credit scoring model or models selected pursuant to subsection (d) were selected in lieu of other commercially available credit scoring models. ``(4) Public availability of information.--The Secretary shall make publicly available in an easily accessible location on the website of the Department-- ``(A) each report submitted to the Congress pursuant to this subsection; and ``(B) information about the pilot program, which shall include an up-to-date listing of mortgagees participating in the pilot program.

To authorize a pilot program under section 258 of the National Housing Act to establish an automated process for providing additional credit rating information for mortgagors and prospective mortgagors under certain mortgages. 3) by striking subsection (c); (4) by redesignating subsections (b) (as amended by paragraph (2) of this subsection) and (d) as subsections (c) and (k), respectively; (5) by inserting after subsection (a) the following new subsection: ``(b) Goal.--The goal of the pilot program under this section shall be to examine and evaluate the benefits of using such a credit scoring model that uses additional data. ''; ( ``(2) Comparison of lending options.--The Secretary shall require mortgagees participating in the pilot program to provide information to prospective mortgagors sufficient to allow comparison of the mortgagor's lending options using the credit scoring model under the pilot program and using the credit scoring model then in effect for mortgagors not opting into the use of the credit scoring model under the pilot program. ``(f) Underwriting Options.--This section may not be construed to preclude a prospective mortgagor who opts to use an approved credit scoring model under the pilot program under this subsection in connection with underwriting for a mortgage insured under this title from thereafter obtaining a determination of creditworthiness involved in underwriting for such mortgage using information other than that provided under such approved credit scoring model. ``(4) Public availability of information.--The Secretary shall make publicly available in an easily accessible location on the website of the Department-- ``(A) each report submitted to the Congress pursuant to this subsection; and ``(B) information about the pilot program, which shall include an up-to-date listing of mortgagees participating in the pilot program. ``(j) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated-- ``(1) $3,000,000 for fiscal year 2020 for establishing and carrying out the pilot program under this section; and ``(2) $1,500,000 for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2024 for carrying out the pilot program under this section. '';

To authorize a pilot program under section 258 of the National Housing Act to establish an automated process for providing additional credit rating information for mortgagors and prospective mortgagors under certain mortgages. ``(3) Report on selection of additional credit model.--Not later than the conclusion of the 6-month period that begins upon the conclusion of the 1-year period under subsection (d), the Secretary shall submit to the Congress a report explaining why the additional credit scoring model or models selected pursuant to subsection (d) were selected in lieu of other commercially available credit scoring models. ``(4) Public availability of information.--The Secretary shall make publicly available in an easily accessible location on the website of the Department-- ``(A) each report submitted to the Congress pursuant to this subsection; and ``(B) information about the pilot program, which shall include an up-to-date listing of mortgagees participating in the pilot program.

To authorize a pilot program under section 258 of the National Housing Act to establish an automated process for providing additional credit rating information for mortgagors and prospective mortgagors under certain mortgages. 3) by striking subsection (c); (4) by redesignating subsections (b) (as amended by paragraph (2) of this subsection) and (d) as subsections (c) and (k), respectively; (5) by inserting after subsection (a) the following new subsection: ``(b) Goal.--The goal of the pilot program under this section shall be to examine and evaluate the benefits of using such a credit scoring model that uses additional data. ''; ( ``(2) Comparison of lending options.--The Secretary shall require mortgagees participating in the pilot program to provide information to prospective mortgagors sufficient to allow comparison of the mortgagor's lending options using the credit scoring model under the pilot program and using the credit scoring model then in effect for mortgagors not opting into the use of the credit scoring model under the pilot program. ``(f) Underwriting Options.--This section may not be construed to preclude a prospective mortgagor who opts to use an approved credit scoring model under the pilot program under this subsection in connection with underwriting for a mortgage insured under this title from thereafter obtaining a determination of creditworthiness involved in underwriting for such mortgage using information other than that provided under such approved credit scoring model. ``(4) Public availability of information.--The Secretary shall make publicly available in an easily accessible location on the website of the Department-- ``(A) each report submitted to the Congress pursuant to this subsection; and ``(B) information about the pilot program, which shall include an up-to-date listing of mortgagees participating in the pilot program. ``(j) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated-- ``(1) $3,000,000 for fiscal year 2020 for establishing and carrying out the pilot program under this section; and ``(2) $1,500,000 for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2024 for carrying out the pilot program under this section. '';

S.3765

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Stewarding Atlantic Fisheries Ecosystems by Supporting Economic Assistance and Sustainability Act of 2022 or the SAFE SEAS Act of 2022 This bill establishes grants for states to assist lobster and Jonah crab harvesters with the costs of gear modifications in accordance with the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan.

To provide assistance to American fisheries participants to comply with Federal regulations to protect the endangered North Atlantic right whale by reducing the risk of incidental entanglement in fishing gear. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Stewarding Atlantic Fisheries Ecosystems by Supporting Economic Assistance and Sustainability Act of 2022'' or the ``SAFE SEAS Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) The North Atlantic right whale is critically endangered, with estimates suggesting fewer than 350 remain, including fewer than 100 breeding females. (2) Harvesters in the North Atlantic have taken previous actions to protect whales, including by implementing weak links, replacing thousands of miles of floating ground line with whale-safe sinking line, and increasing the minimum number of traps per trawl to remove thousands of miles of vertical buoy lines. (3) Seventeen North Atlantic right whale mortalities were observed in 2017, including many determined to have been caused by vessel strikes and entanglements, leading to a declaration of a right whale Unusual Mortality Event. (4) The Department of Commerce has issued regulations revising the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan under section 229.32 of title 50, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this Act) that require lobster and Jonah crab harvesters to make gear modifications. (5) Implementing the federally required gear modifications, including markings, is estimated to cost the industry tens of millions of dollars per year. (6) The fishing industry is a vital driver of regional economies, supporting our coastal communities and stewarding natural resources. SEC. 3. GRANT ASSISTANCE FOR LOBSTER AND JONAH CRAB HARVESTER GEAR MODIFICATION. (a) Purposes.--The purposes of this section are to-- (1) protect the highly endangered North Atlantic right whale population; (2) facilitate lobster and Jonah crab harvesters' transition to modified and new gear types in accordance with the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan; (3) assist lobster and Jonah crab harvesters with the financial burden of this transition; and (4) assist compliance with any subsequent modifications to the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan in any future impacted fisheries. (b) Program Authorized.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary of Commerce (referred to in this section as the ``Secretary''), in coordination with the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission, shall provide grants to States from allotments under paragraph (2) to enable the States to assist lobster and Jonah crab harvesters with the costs of gear modifications, including markings, in accordance with the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan. (2) Allotments.-- (A) In general.--Except as provided in subparagraph (B), funds made available for any fiscal year to carry out this section shall be allotted to each State in proportion to the number of active federally permitted lobster trap harvesters in each State. For purposes of this subparagraph, a federally permitted lobster trap harvester is considered in a State if the Principal Port in the Federal permit application of the lobster trap harvester is in such State. (B) Minimum.--From the total amount available for any fiscal year to carry out this section, each State with not less than 20 active federally permitted lobster trap harvesters shall be allotted not less than 4 percent of the total amount. (3) Application.--A State that desires to receive a grant under this section shall submit an application to the Secretary at such time, in such manner, and accompanied by such information as the Secretary may require. (4) Allowable uses.--A State that receives a grant under this section shall use the grant funds-- (A) to assist State-permitted and federally permitted lobster and Jonah crab harvesters with management measures needed to comply with the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan, including the costs of federally required gear modification, configuration, and marking within the Northeast lobster and Jonah crab fisheries, including requirements to modify gear marking, change gear configurations to increase traps fished on trawls, or modify buoy lines to accommodate new weak rope and weak insertions; (B) to implement electronic tracking requirements within the American lobster and Jonah crab fishery; (C) to conduct research to inform future management actions, including in preparation for potential subsequent modifications to the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan; and (D) to assist fishery compliance with any subsequent modifications to the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan, as necessary. (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $10,000,000 for fiscal year 2022 and such sums as may be necessary for each of fiscal years 2023 and 2024. <all>

SAFE SEAS Act of 2022

A bill to provide assistance to American fisheries participants to comply with Federal regulations to protect the endangered North Atlantic right whale by reducing the risk of incidental entanglement in fishing gear.

SAFE SEAS Act of 2022 Stewarding Atlantic Fisheries Ecosystems by Supporting Economic Assistance and Sustainability Act of 2022

Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne

D

NH

This bill establishes grants for states to assist lobster and Jonah crab harvesters with the costs of gear modifications in accordance with the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan.

To provide assistance to American fisheries participants to comply with Federal regulations to protect the endangered North Atlantic right whale by reducing the risk of incidental entanglement in fishing gear. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Stewarding Atlantic Fisheries Ecosystems by Supporting Economic Assistance and Sustainability Act of 2022'' or the ``SAFE SEAS Act of 2022''. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) The North Atlantic right whale is critically endangered, with estimates suggesting fewer than 350 remain, including fewer than 100 breeding females. (2) Harvesters in the North Atlantic have taken previous actions to protect whales, including by implementing weak links, replacing thousands of miles of floating ground line with whale-safe sinking line, and increasing the minimum number of traps per trawl to remove thousands of miles of vertical buoy lines. (3) Seventeen North Atlantic right whale mortalities were observed in 2017, including many determined to have been caused by vessel strikes and entanglements, leading to a declaration of a right whale Unusual Mortality Event. (6) The fishing industry is a vital driver of regional economies, supporting our coastal communities and stewarding natural resources. SEC. 3. GRANT ASSISTANCE FOR LOBSTER AND JONAH CRAB HARVESTER GEAR MODIFICATION. (b) Program Authorized.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary of Commerce (referred to in this section as the ``Secretary''), in coordination with the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission, shall provide grants to States from allotments under paragraph (2) to enable the States to assist lobster and Jonah crab harvesters with the costs of gear modifications, including markings, in accordance with the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan. (B) Minimum.--From the total amount available for any fiscal year to carry out this section, each State with not less than 20 active federally permitted lobster trap harvesters shall be allotted not less than 4 percent of the total amount. (3) Application.--A State that desires to receive a grant under this section shall submit an application to the Secretary at such time, in such manner, and accompanied by such information as the Secretary may require. (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $10,000,000 for fiscal year 2022 and such sums as may be necessary for each of fiscal years 2023 and 2024.

To provide assistance to American fisheries participants to comply with Federal regulations to protect the endangered North Atlantic right whale by reducing the risk of incidental entanglement in fishing gear. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Stewarding Atlantic Fisheries Ecosystems by Supporting Economic Assistance and Sustainability Act of 2022'' or the ``SAFE SEAS Act of 2022''. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) The North Atlantic right whale is critically endangered, with estimates suggesting fewer than 350 remain, including fewer than 100 breeding females. (2) Harvesters in the North Atlantic have taken previous actions to protect whales, including by implementing weak links, replacing thousands of miles of floating ground line with whale-safe sinking line, and increasing the minimum number of traps per trawl to remove thousands of miles of vertical buoy lines. (6) The fishing industry is a vital driver of regional economies, supporting our coastal communities and stewarding natural resources. SEC. 3. GRANT ASSISTANCE FOR LOBSTER AND JONAH CRAB HARVESTER GEAR MODIFICATION. (b) Program Authorized.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary of Commerce (referred to in this section as the ``Secretary''), in coordination with the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission, shall provide grants to States from allotments under paragraph (2) to enable the States to assist lobster and Jonah crab harvesters with the costs of gear modifications, including markings, in accordance with the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan. (B) Minimum.--From the total amount available for any fiscal year to carry out this section, each State with not less than 20 active federally permitted lobster trap harvesters shall be allotted not less than 4 percent of the total amount. (3) Application.--A State that desires to receive a grant under this section shall submit an application to the Secretary at such time, in such manner, and accompanied by such information as the Secretary may require. (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $10,000,000 for fiscal year 2022 and such sums as may be necessary for each of fiscal years 2023 and 2024.

To provide assistance to American fisheries participants to comply with Federal regulations to protect the endangered North Atlantic right whale by reducing the risk of incidental entanglement in fishing gear. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Stewarding Atlantic Fisheries Ecosystems by Supporting Economic Assistance and Sustainability Act of 2022'' or the ``SAFE SEAS Act of 2022''. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) The North Atlantic right whale is critically endangered, with estimates suggesting fewer than 350 remain, including fewer than 100 breeding females. (2) Harvesters in the North Atlantic have taken previous actions to protect whales, including by implementing weak links, replacing thousands of miles of floating ground line with whale-safe sinking line, and increasing the minimum number of traps per trawl to remove thousands of miles of vertical buoy lines. (3) Seventeen North Atlantic right whale mortalities were observed in 2017, including many determined to have been caused by vessel strikes and entanglements, leading to a declaration of a right whale Unusual Mortality Event. (4) The Department of Commerce has issued regulations revising the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan under section 229.32 of title 50, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this Act) that require lobster and Jonah crab harvesters to make gear modifications. (5) Implementing the federally required gear modifications, including markings, is estimated to cost the industry tens of millions of dollars per year. (6) The fishing industry is a vital driver of regional economies, supporting our coastal communities and stewarding natural resources. SEC. 3. GRANT ASSISTANCE FOR LOBSTER AND JONAH CRAB HARVESTER GEAR MODIFICATION. (a) Purposes.--The purposes of this section are to-- (1) protect the highly endangered North Atlantic right whale population; (2) facilitate lobster and Jonah crab harvesters' transition to modified and new gear types in accordance with the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan; (3) assist lobster and Jonah crab harvesters with the financial burden of this transition; and (4) assist compliance with any subsequent modifications to the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan in any future impacted fisheries. (b) Program Authorized.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary of Commerce (referred to in this section as the ``Secretary''), in coordination with the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission, shall provide grants to States from allotments under paragraph (2) to enable the States to assist lobster and Jonah crab harvesters with the costs of gear modifications, including markings, in accordance with the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan. For purposes of this subparagraph, a federally permitted lobster trap harvester is considered in a State if the Principal Port in the Federal permit application of the lobster trap harvester is in such State. (B) Minimum.--From the total amount available for any fiscal year to carry out this section, each State with not less than 20 active federally permitted lobster trap harvesters shall be allotted not less than 4 percent of the total amount. (3) Application.--A State that desires to receive a grant under this section shall submit an application to the Secretary at such time, in such manner, and accompanied by such information as the Secretary may require. (4) Allowable uses.--A State that receives a grant under this section shall use the grant funds-- (A) to assist State-permitted and federally permitted lobster and Jonah crab harvesters with management measures needed to comply with the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan, including the costs of federally required gear modification, configuration, and marking within the Northeast lobster and Jonah crab fisheries, including requirements to modify gear marking, change gear configurations to increase traps fished on trawls, or modify buoy lines to accommodate new weak rope and weak insertions; (B) to implement electronic tracking requirements within the American lobster and Jonah crab fishery; (C) to conduct research to inform future management actions, including in preparation for potential subsequent modifications to the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan; and (D) to assist fishery compliance with any subsequent modifications to the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan, as necessary. (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $10,000,000 for fiscal year 2022 and such sums as may be necessary for each of fiscal years 2023 and 2024.

To provide assistance to American fisheries participants to comply with Federal regulations to protect the endangered North Atlantic right whale by reducing the risk of incidental entanglement in fishing gear. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Stewarding Atlantic Fisheries Ecosystems by Supporting Economic Assistance and Sustainability Act of 2022'' or the ``SAFE SEAS Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) The North Atlantic right whale is critically endangered, with estimates suggesting fewer than 350 remain, including fewer than 100 breeding females. (2) Harvesters in the North Atlantic have taken previous actions to protect whales, including by implementing weak links, replacing thousands of miles of floating ground line with whale-safe sinking line, and increasing the minimum number of traps per trawl to remove thousands of miles of vertical buoy lines. (3) Seventeen North Atlantic right whale mortalities were observed in 2017, including many determined to have been caused by vessel strikes and entanglements, leading to a declaration of a right whale Unusual Mortality Event. (4) The Department of Commerce has issued regulations revising the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan under section 229.32 of title 50, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this Act) that require lobster and Jonah crab harvesters to make gear modifications. (5) Implementing the federally required gear modifications, including markings, is estimated to cost the industry tens of millions of dollars per year. (6) The fishing industry is a vital driver of regional economies, supporting our coastal communities and stewarding natural resources. SEC. 3. GRANT ASSISTANCE FOR LOBSTER AND JONAH CRAB HARVESTER GEAR MODIFICATION. (a) Purposes.--The purposes of this section are to-- (1) protect the highly endangered North Atlantic right whale population; (2) facilitate lobster and Jonah crab harvesters' transition to modified and new gear types in accordance with the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan; (3) assist lobster and Jonah crab harvesters with the financial burden of this transition; and (4) assist compliance with any subsequent modifications to the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan in any future impacted fisheries. (b) Program Authorized.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary of Commerce (referred to in this section as the ``Secretary''), in coordination with the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission, shall provide grants to States from allotments under paragraph (2) to enable the States to assist lobster and Jonah crab harvesters with the costs of gear modifications, including markings, in accordance with the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan. (2) Allotments.-- (A) In general.--Except as provided in subparagraph (B), funds made available for any fiscal year to carry out this section shall be allotted to each State in proportion to the number of active federally permitted lobster trap harvesters in each State. For purposes of this subparagraph, a federally permitted lobster trap harvester is considered in a State if the Principal Port in the Federal permit application of the lobster trap harvester is in such State. (B) Minimum.--From the total amount available for any fiscal year to carry out this section, each State with not less than 20 active federally permitted lobster trap harvesters shall be allotted not less than 4 percent of the total amount. (3) Application.--A State that desires to receive a grant under this section shall submit an application to the Secretary at such time, in such manner, and accompanied by such information as the Secretary may require. (4) Allowable uses.--A State that receives a grant under this section shall use the grant funds-- (A) to assist State-permitted and federally permitted lobster and Jonah crab harvesters with management measures needed to comply with the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan, including the costs of federally required gear modification, configuration, and marking within the Northeast lobster and Jonah crab fisheries, including requirements to modify gear marking, change gear configurations to increase traps fished on trawls, or modify buoy lines to accommodate new weak rope and weak insertions; (B) to implement electronic tracking requirements within the American lobster and Jonah crab fishery; (C) to conduct research to inform future management actions, including in preparation for potential subsequent modifications to the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan; and (D) to assist fishery compliance with any subsequent modifications to the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan, as necessary. (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $10,000,000 for fiscal year 2022 and such sums as may be necessary for each of fiscal years 2023 and 2024. <all>

To provide assistance to American fisheries participants to comply with Federal regulations to protect the endangered North Atlantic right whale by reducing the risk of incidental entanglement in fishing gear. Congress finds the following: (1) The North Atlantic right whale is critically endangered, with estimates suggesting fewer than 350 remain, including fewer than 100 breeding females. ( (5) Implementing the federally required gear modifications, including markings, is estimated to cost the industry tens of millions of dollars per year. ( b) Program Authorized.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary of Commerce (referred to in this section as the ``Secretary''), in coordination with the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission, shall provide grants to States from allotments under paragraph (2) to enable the States to assist lobster and Jonah crab harvesters with the costs of gear modifications, including markings, in accordance with the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan. ( For purposes of this subparagraph, a federally permitted lobster trap harvester is considered in a State if the Principal Port in the Federal permit application of the lobster trap harvester is in such State. ( B) Minimum.--From the total amount available for any fiscal year to carry out this section, each State with not less than 20 active federally permitted lobster trap harvesters shall be allotted not less than 4 percent of the total amount. ( c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $10,000,000 for fiscal year 2022 and such sums as may be necessary for each of fiscal years 2023 and 2024.

To provide assistance to American fisheries participants to comply with Federal regulations to protect the endangered North Atlantic right whale by reducing the risk of incidental entanglement in fishing gear. 5) Implementing the federally required gear modifications, including markings, is estimated to cost the industry tens of millions of dollars per year. ( a) Purposes.--The purposes of this section are to-- (1) protect the highly endangered North Atlantic right whale population; (2) facilitate lobster and Jonah crab harvesters' transition to modified and new gear types in accordance with the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan; (3) assist lobster and Jonah crab harvesters with the financial burden of this transition; and (4) assist compliance with any subsequent modifications to the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan in any future impacted fisheries. (b) Program Authorized.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary of Commerce (referred to in this section as the ``Secretary''), in coordination with the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission, shall provide grants to States from allotments under paragraph (2) to enable the States to assist lobster and Jonah crab harvesters with the costs of gear modifications, including markings, in accordance with the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan. ( B) Minimum.--From the total amount available for any fiscal year to carry out this section, each State with not less than 20 active federally permitted lobster trap harvesters shall be allotted not less than 4 percent of the total amount. ( (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $10,000,000 for fiscal year 2022 and such sums as may be necessary for each of fiscal years 2023 and 2024.

To provide assistance to American fisheries participants to comply with Federal regulations to protect the endangered North Atlantic right whale by reducing the risk of incidental entanglement in fishing gear. 5) Implementing the federally required gear modifications, including markings, is estimated to cost the industry tens of millions of dollars per year. ( a) Purposes.--The purposes of this section are to-- (1) protect the highly endangered North Atlantic right whale population; (2) facilitate lobster and Jonah crab harvesters' transition to modified and new gear types in accordance with the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan; (3) assist lobster and Jonah crab harvesters with the financial burden of this transition; and (4) assist compliance with any subsequent modifications to the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan in any future impacted fisheries. (b) Program Authorized.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary of Commerce (referred to in this section as the ``Secretary''), in coordination with the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission, shall provide grants to States from allotments under paragraph (2) to enable the States to assist lobster and Jonah crab harvesters with the costs of gear modifications, including markings, in accordance with the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan. ( B) Minimum.--From the total amount available for any fiscal year to carry out this section, each State with not less than 20 active federally permitted lobster trap harvesters shall be allotted not less than 4 percent of the total amount. ( (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $10,000,000 for fiscal year 2022 and such sums as may be necessary for each of fiscal years 2023 and 2024.

To provide assistance to American fisheries participants to comply with Federal regulations to protect the endangered North Atlantic right whale by reducing the risk of incidental entanglement in fishing gear. Congress finds the following: (1) The North Atlantic right whale is critically endangered, with estimates suggesting fewer than 350 remain, including fewer than 100 breeding females. ( (5) Implementing the federally required gear modifications, including markings, is estimated to cost the industry tens of millions of dollars per year. ( b) Program Authorized.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary of Commerce (referred to in this section as the ``Secretary''), in coordination with the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission, shall provide grants to States from allotments under paragraph (2) to enable the States to assist lobster and Jonah crab harvesters with the costs of gear modifications, including markings, in accordance with the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan. ( For purposes of this subparagraph, a federally permitted lobster trap harvester is considered in a State if the Principal Port in the Federal permit application of the lobster trap harvester is in such State. ( B) Minimum.--From the total amount available for any fiscal year to carry out this section, each State with not less than 20 active federally permitted lobster trap harvesters shall be allotted not less than 4 percent of the total amount. ( c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $10,000,000 for fiscal year 2022 and such sums as may be necessary for each of fiscal years 2023 and 2024.

To provide assistance to American fisheries participants to comply with Federal regulations to protect the endangered North Atlantic right whale by reducing the risk of incidental entanglement in fishing gear. 5) Implementing the federally required gear modifications, including markings, is estimated to cost the industry tens of millions of dollars per year. ( a) Purposes.--The purposes of this section are to-- (1) protect the highly endangered North Atlantic right whale population; (2) facilitate lobster and Jonah crab harvesters' transition to modified and new gear types in accordance with the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan; (3) assist lobster and Jonah crab harvesters with the financial burden of this transition; and (4) assist compliance with any subsequent modifications to the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan in any future impacted fisheries. (b) Program Authorized.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary of Commerce (referred to in this section as the ``Secretary''), in coordination with the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission, shall provide grants to States from allotments under paragraph (2) to enable the States to assist lobster and Jonah crab harvesters with the costs of gear modifications, including markings, in accordance with the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan. ( B) Minimum.--From the total amount available for any fiscal year to carry out this section, each State with not less than 20 active federally permitted lobster trap harvesters shall be allotted not less than 4 percent of the total amount. ( (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $10,000,000 for fiscal year 2022 and such sums as may be necessary for each of fiscal years 2023 and 2024.

To provide assistance to American fisheries participants to comply with Federal regulations to protect the endangered North Atlantic right whale by reducing the risk of incidental entanglement in fishing gear. Congress finds the following: (1) The North Atlantic right whale is critically endangered, with estimates suggesting fewer than 350 remain, including fewer than 100 breeding females. ( (5) Implementing the federally required gear modifications, including markings, is estimated to cost the industry tens of millions of dollars per year. ( b) Program Authorized.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary of Commerce (referred to in this section as the ``Secretary''), in coordination with the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission, shall provide grants to States from allotments under paragraph (2) to enable the States to assist lobster and Jonah crab harvesters with the costs of gear modifications, including markings, in accordance with the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan. ( For purposes of this subparagraph, a federally permitted lobster trap harvester is considered in a State if the Principal Port in the Federal permit application of the lobster trap harvester is in such State. ( B) Minimum.--From the total amount available for any fiscal year to carry out this section, each State with not less than 20 active federally permitted lobster trap harvesters shall be allotted not less than 4 percent of the total amount. ( c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $10,000,000 for fiscal year 2022 and such sums as may be necessary for each of fiscal years 2023 and 2024.

To provide assistance to American fisheries participants to comply with Federal regulations to protect the endangered North Atlantic right whale by reducing the risk of incidental entanglement in fishing gear. 5) Implementing the federally required gear modifications, including markings, is estimated to cost the industry tens of millions of dollars per year. ( a) Purposes.--The purposes of this section are to-- (1) protect the highly endangered North Atlantic right whale population; (2) facilitate lobster and Jonah crab harvesters' transition to modified and new gear types in accordance with the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan; (3) assist lobster and Jonah crab harvesters with the financial burden of this transition; and (4) assist compliance with any subsequent modifications to the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan in any future impacted fisheries. (b) Program Authorized.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary of Commerce (referred to in this section as the ``Secretary''), in coordination with the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission, shall provide grants to States from allotments under paragraph (2) to enable the States to assist lobster and Jonah crab harvesters with the costs of gear modifications, including markings, in accordance with the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan. ( B) Minimum.--From the total amount available for any fiscal year to carry out this section, each State with not less than 20 active federally permitted lobster trap harvesters shall be allotted not less than 4 percent of the total amount. ( (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $10,000,000 for fiscal year 2022 and such sums as may be necessary for each of fiscal years 2023 and 2024.

To provide assistance to American fisheries participants to comply with Federal regulations to protect the endangered North Atlantic right whale by reducing the risk of incidental entanglement in fishing gear. Congress finds the following: (1) The North Atlantic right whale is critically endangered, with estimates suggesting fewer than 350 remain, including fewer than 100 breeding females. ( (5) Implementing the federally required gear modifications, including markings, is estimated to cost the industry tens of millions of dollars per year. ( b) Program Authorized.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary of Commerce (referred to in this section as the ``Secretary''), in coordination with the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission, shall provide grants to States from allotments under paragraph (2) to enable the States to assist lobster and Jonah crab harvesters with the costs of gear modifications, including markings, in accordance with the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan. ( For purposes of this subparagraph, a federally permitted lobster trap harvester is considered in a State if the Principal Port in the Federal permit application of the lobster trap harvester is in such State. ( B) Minimum.--From the total amount available for any fiscal year to carry out this section, each State with not less than 20 active federally permitted lobster trap harvesters shall be allotted not less than 4 percent of the total amount. ( c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $10,000,000 for fiscal year 2022 and such sums as may be necessary for each of fiscal years 2023 and 2024.

To provide assistance to American fisheries participants to comply with Federal regulations to protect the endangered North Atlantic right whale by reducing the risk of incidental entanglement in fishing gear. 5) Implementing the federally required gear modifications, including markings, is estimated to cost the industry tens of millions of dollars per year. ( a) Purposes.--The purposes of this section are to-- (1) protect the highly endangered North Atlantic right whale population; (2) facilitate lobster and Jonah crab harvesters' transition to modified and new gear types in accordance with the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan; (3) assist lobster and Jonah crab harvesters with the financial burden of this transition; and (4) assist compliance with any subsequent modifications to the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan in any future impacted fisheries. (b) Program Authorized.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary of Commerce (referred to in this section as the ``Secretary''), in coordination with the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission, shall provide grants to States from allotments under paragraph (2) to enable the States to assist lobster and Jonah crab harvesters with the costs of gear modifications, including markings, in accordance with the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan. ( B) Minimum.--From the total amount available for any fiscal year to carry out this section, each State with not less than 20 active federally permitted lobster trap harvesters shall be allotted not less than 4 percent of the total amount. ( (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $10,000,000 for fiscal year 2022 and such sums as may be necessary for each of fiscal years 2023 and 2024.

To provide assistance to American fisheries participants to comply with Federal regulations to protect the endangered North Atlantic right whale by reducing the risk of incidental entanglement in fishing gear. Congress finds the following: (1) The North Atlantic right whale is critically endangered, with estimates suggesting fewer than 350 remain, including fewer than 100 breeding females. ( (5) Implementing the federally required gear modifications, including markings, is estimated to cost the industry tens of millions of dollars per year. ( b) Program Authorized.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary of Commerce (referred to in this section as the ``Secretary''), in coordination with the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission, shall provide grants to States from allotments under paragraph (2) to enable the States to assist lobster and Jonah crab harvesters with the costs of gear modifications, including markings, in accordance with the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan. ( For purposes of this subparagraph, a federally permitted lobster trap harvester is considered in a State if the Principal Port in the Federal permit application of the lobster trap harvester is in such State. ( B) Minimum.--From the total amount available for any fiscal year to carry out this section, each State with not less than 20 active federally permitted lobster trap harvesters shall be allotted not less than 4 percent of the total amount. ( c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $10,000,000 for fiscal year 2022 and such sums as may be necessary for each of fiscal years 2023 and 2024.

S.273

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Driftnet Modernization and Bycatch Reduction Act This bill addresses certain driftnet fishing. Driftnet fishing is a method of fishing in which a gillnet composed of a panel or panels of webbing, or a series of such gillnets, is placed in the water and allowed to drift with the currents and winds for the purpose of entangling fish in the webbing. Currently, the use of large-scale drift gillnets with a total length of 2.5 kilometers or more is prohibited in the United States. The bill expands the definition of large-scale driftnet fishing to prohibit the use of gillnets with a mesh size of 14 inches or greater. This expanded prohibition does not apply within the U.S. exclusive economic zone for five years. The Department of Commerce must conduct a transition program to facilitate the phase out of large-scale driftnet fishing and to promote the adoption of alternative fishing practices that minimize the incidental catch of living marine resources. Commerce must award grants to program participants. The North Pacific Fishery Management Council may recommend and Commerce may approve regulations that require charter operators to pay fees on vessels that harvest Pacific halibut in specific International Pacific Halibut Commission regulatory areas.

To improve the management of driftnet fishing. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Driftnet Modernization and Bycatch Reduction Act''. SEC. 2. DEFINITION. Section 3(25) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1802(25)) is amended by inserting ``, or with a mesh size of 14 inches or greater,'' after ``more''. SEC. 3. FINDINGS AND POLICY. (a) Findings.--Section 206(b) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1826(b)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (6), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in paragraph (7), by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(8) within the exclusive economic zone, large-scale driftnet fishing that deploys nets with large mesh sizes causes significant entanglement and mortality of living marine resources, including myriad protected species, despite limitations on the lengths of such nets.''. (b) Policy.--Section 206(c) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1826(c)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (2), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in paragraph (3), by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(4) prioritize the phase out of large-scale driftnet fishing in the exclusive economic zone and promote the development and adoption of alternative fishing methods and gear types that minimize the incidental catch of living marine resources.''. SEC. 4. TRANSITION PROGRAM. Section 206 of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1826) is amended by adding at the end the following-- ``(i) Fishing Gear Transition Program.-- ``(1) In general.--During the 5-year period beginning on the date of enactment of the Driftnet Modernization and Bycatch Reduction Act, the Secretary shall conduct a transition program to facilitate the phase-out of large-scale driftnet fishing and adoption of alternative fishing practices that minimize the incidental catch of living marine resources, and shall award grants to eligible permit holders who participate in the program. ``(2) Permissible uses.--Any permit holder receiving a grant under paragraph (1) may use such funds only for the purpose of covering-- ``(A) any fee originally associated with a permit authorizing participation in a large-scale driftnet fishery, if such permit is surrendered for permanent revocation, and such permit holder relinquishes any claim associated with the permit; ``(B) a forfeiture of fishing gear associated with a permit described in subparagraph (A); or ``(C) the purchase of alternative gear with minimal incidental catch of living marine resources, if the fishery participant is authorized to continue fishing using such alternative gears. ``(3) Certification.--The Secretary shall certify that, with respect to each participant in the program under this subsection, any permit authorizing participation in a large- scale driftnet fishery has been permanently revoked and that no new permits will be issued to authorize such fishing.''. SEC. 5. EXCEPTION. Section 307(1)(M) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1857(1)(M)) is amended by inserting before the semicolon the following: ``, unless such large-scale driftnet fishing-- ``(i) deploys, within the exclusive economic zone, a net with a total length of less than two and one-half kilometers and a mesh size of 14 inches or greater; and ``(ii) is conducted within 5 years of the date of enactment of the Driftnet Modernization and Bycatch Reduction Act''. SEC. 6. FEES. (a) In General.--The North Pacific Fishery Management Council may recommend, and the Secretary of Commerce may approve, regulations necessary for the collection of fees from charter vessel operators who guide recreational anglers who harvest Pacific halibut in International Pacific Halibut Commission regulatory areas 2C and 3A as those terms are defined in part 300 of title 50, Code of Federal Regulations (or any successor regulations). (b) Use of Fees.--Any fees collected under this section shall be available for the purposes of-- (1) financing administrative costs of the Recreational Quota Entity program; (2) the purchase of halibut quota shares in International Pacific Halibut Commission regulatory areas 2C and 3A by the recreational quota entity authorized in part 679 of title 50, Code of Federal Regulations (or any successor regulations); (3) halibut conservation and research; and (4) promotion of the halibut resource by the recreational quota entity authorized in part 679 of title 50, Code of Federal Regulations (or any successor regulations). (c) Limitation on Collection and Availability.--Fees shall be collected and available pursuant to this section only to the extent and in such amounts as provided in advance in appropriations Acts, subject to subsection (d). (d) Fee Collected During Start-up Period.--Notwithstanding subsection (c), fees may be collected through the date of enactment of an Act making appropriations for the activities authorized under this Act through September 30, 2022, and shall be available for obligation and remain available until expended. Passed the Senate September 14, 2021. Attest: Secretary. 117th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 273 _______________________________________________________________________

Driftnet Modernization and Bycatch Reduction Act

A bill to improve the management of driftnet fishing.

Driftnet Modernization and Bycatch Reduction Act Driftnet Modernization and Bycatch Reduction Act Driftnet Modernization and Bycatch Reduction Act

Sen. Feinstein, Dianne

D

CA

This bill addresses certain driftnet fishing. Driftnet fishing is a method of fishing in which a gillnet composed of a panel or panels of webbing, or a series of such gillnets, is placed in the water and allowed to drift with the currents and winds for the purpose of entangling fish in the webbing. Currently, the use of large-scale drift gillnets with a total length of 2.5 kilometers or more is prohibited in the United States. The bill expands the definition of large-scale driftnet fishing to prohibit the use of gillnets with a mesh size of 14 inches or greater. This expanded prohibition does not apply within the U.S. exclusive economic zone for five years. The Department of Commerce must conduct a transition program to facilitate the phase out of large-scale driftnet fishing and to promote the adoption of alternative fishing practices that minimize the incidental catch of living marine resources. Commerce must award grants to program participants. The North Pacific Fishery Management Council may recommend and Commerce may approve regulations that require charter operators to pay fees on vessels that harvest Pacific halibut in specific International Pacific Halibut Commission regulatory areas.

To improve the management of driftnet fishing. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Driftnet Modernization and Bycatch Reduction Act''. 2. DEFINITION. 1802(25)) is amended by inserting ``, or with a mesh size of 14 inches or greater,'' after ``more''. 3. FINDINGS AND POLICY. 1826(b)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (6), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in paragraph (7), by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(8) within the exclusive economic zone, large-scale driftnet fishing that deploys nets with large mesh sizes causes significant entanglement and mortality of living marine resources, including myriad protected species, despite limitations on the lengths of such nets.''. TRANSITION PROGRAM. Section 206 of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. ``(2) Permissible uses.--Any permit holder receiving a grant under paragraph (1) may use such funds only for the purpose of covering-- ``(A) any fee originally associated with a permit authorizing participation in a large-scale driftnet fishery, if such permit is surrendered for permanent revocation, and such permit holder relinquishes any claim associated with the permit; ``(B) a forfeiture of fishing gear associated with a permit described in subparagraph (A); or ``(C) the purchase of alternative gear with minimal incidental catch of living marine resources, if the fishery participant is authorized to continue fishing using such alternative gears. 5. EXCEPTION. SEC. 6. FEES. (b) Use of Fees.--Any fees collected under this section shall be available for the purposes of-- (1) financing administrative costs of the Recreational Quota Entity program; (2) the purchase of halibut quota shares in International Pacific Halibut Commission regulatory areas 2C and 3A by the recreational quota entity authorized in part 679 of title 50, Code of Federal Regulations (or any successor regulations); (3) halibut conservation and research; and (4) promotion of the halibut resource by the recreational quota entity authorized in part 679 of title 50, Code of Federal Regulations (or any successor regulations). (c) Limitation on Collection and Availability.--Fees shall be collected and available pursuant to this section only to the extent and in such amounts as provided in advance in appropriations Acts, subject to subsection (d). (d) Fee Collected During Start-up Period.--Notwithstanding subsection (c), fees may be collected through the date of enactment of an Act making appropriations for the activities authorized under this Act through September 30, 2022, and shall be available for obligation and remain available until expended. Passed the Senate September 14, 2021. Attest: Secretary. 117th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 273 _______________________________________________________________________

To improve the management of driftnet fishing. This Act may be cited as the ``Driftnet Modernization and Bycatch Reduction Act''. 2. DEFINITION. 1802(25)) is amended by inserting ``, or with a mesh size of 14 inches or greater,'' after ``more''. 3. FINDINGS AND POLICY. 1826(b)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (6), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in paragraph (7), by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(8) within the exclusive economic zone, large-scale driftnet fishing that deploys nets with large mesh sizes causes significant entanglement and mortality of living marine resources, including myriad protected species, despite limitations on the lengths of such nets.''. TRANSITION PROGRAM. Section 206 of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. ``(2) Permissible uses.--Any permit holder receiving a grant under paragraph (1) may use such funds only for the purpose of covering-- ``(A) any fee originally associated with a permit authorizing participation in a large-scale driftnet fishery, if such permit is surrendered for permanent revocation, and such permit holder relinquishes any claim associated with the permit; ``(B) a forfeiture of fishing gear associated with a permit described in subparagraph (A); or ``(C) the purchase of alternative gear with minimal incidental catch of living marine resources, if the fishery participant is authorized to continue fishing using such alternative gears. 5. EXCEPTION. SEC. 6. FEES. (b) Use of Fees.--Any fees collected under this section shall be available for the purposes of-- (1) financing administrative costs of the Recreational Quota Entity program; (2) the purchase of halibut quota shares in International Pacific Halibut Commission regulatory areas 2C and 3A by the recreational quota entity authorized in part 679 of title 50, Code of Federal Regulations (or any successor regulations); (3) halibut conservation and research; and (4) promotion of the halibut resource by the recreational quota entity authorized in part 679 of title 50, Code of Federal Regulations (or any successor regulations). Passed the Senate September 14, 2021. Attest: Secretary. 117th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 273 _______________________________________________________________________

To improve the management of driftnet fishing. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Driftnet Modernization and Bycatch Reduction Act''. 2. DEFINITION. 1802(25)) is amended by inserting ``, or with a mesh size of 14 inches or greater,'' after ``more''. 3. FINDINGS AND POLICY. 1826(b)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (6), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in paragraph (7), by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(8) within the exclusive economic zone, large-scale driftnet fishing that deploys nets with large mesh sizes causes significant entanglement and mortality of living marine resources, including myriad protected species, despite limitations on the lengths of such nets.''. 1826(c)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (2), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in paragraph (3), by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(4) prioritize the phase out of large-scale driftnet fishing in the exclusive economic zone and promote the development and adoption of alternative fishing methods and gear types that minimize the incidental catch of living marine resources.''. TRANSITION PROGRAM. Section 206 of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. ``(2) Permissible uses.--Any permit holder receiving a grant under paragraph (1) may use such funds only for the purpose of covering-- ``(A) any fee originally associated with a permit authorizing participation in a large-scale driftnet fishery, if such permit is surrendered for permanent revocation, and such permit holder relinquishes any claim associated with the permit; ``(B) a forfeiture of fishing gear associated with a permit described in subparagraph (A); or ``(C) the purchase of alternative gear with minimal incidental catch of living marine resources, if the fishery participant is authorized to continue fishing using such alternative gears. ``(3) Certification.--The Secretary shall certify that, with respect to each participant in the program under this subsection, any permit authorizing participation in a large- scale driftnet fishery has been permanently revoked and that no new permits will be issued to authorize such fishing.''. 5. EXCEPTION. 1857(1)(M)) is amended by inserting before the semicolon the following: ``, unless such large-scale driftnet fishing-- ``(i) deploys, within the exclusive economic zone, a net with a total length of less than two and one-half kilometers and a mesh size of 14 inches or greater; and ``(ii) is conducted within 5 years of the date of enactment of the Driftnet Modernization and Bycatch Reduction Act''. SEC. 6. FEES. (a) In General.--The North Pacific Fishery Management Council may recommend, and the Secretary of Commerce may approve, regulations necessary for the collection of fees from charter vessel operators who guide recreational anglers who harvest Pacific halibut in International Pacific Halibut Commission regulatory areas 2C and 3A as those terms are defined in part 300 of title 50, Code of Federal Regulations (or any successor regulations). (b) Use of Fees.--Any fees collected under this section shall be available for the purposes of-- (1) financing administrative costs of the Recreational Quota Entity program; (2) the purchase of halibut quota shares in International Pacific Halibut Commission regulatory areas 2C and 3A by the recreational quota entity authorized in part 679 of title 50, Code of Federal Regulations (or any successor regulations); (3) halibut conservation and research; and (4) promotion of the halibut resource by the recreational quota entity authorized in part 679 of title 50, Code of Federal Regulations (or any successor regulations). (c) Limitation on Collection and Availability.--Fees shall be collected and available pursuant to this section only to the extent and in such amounts as provided in advance in appropriations Acts, subject to subsection (d). (d) Fee Collected During Start-up Period.--Notwithstanding subsection (c), fees may be collected through the date of enactment of an Act making appropriations for the activities authorized under this Act through September 30, 2022, and shall be available for obligation and remain available until expended. Passed the Senate September 14, 2021. Attest: Secretary. 117th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 273 _______________________________________________________________________

To improve the management of driftnet fishing. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Driftnet Modernization and Bycatch Reduction Act''. SEC. 2. DEFINITION. Section 3(25) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1802(25)) is amended by inserting ``, or with a mesh size of 14 inches or greater,'' after ``more''. SEC. 3. FINDINGS AND POLICY. (a) Findings.--Section 206(b) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1826(b)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (6), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in paragraph (7), by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(8) within the exclusive economic zone, large-scale driftnet fishing that deploys nets with large mesh sizes causes significant entanglement and mortality of living marine resources, including myriad protected species, despite limitations on the lengths of such nets.''. (b) Policy.--Section 206(c) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1826(c)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (2), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in paragraph (3), by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(4) prioritize the phase out of large-scale driftnet fishing in the exclusive economic zone and promote the development and adoption of alternative fishing methods and gear types that minimize the incidental catch of living marine resources.''. SEC. 4. TRANSITION PROGRAM. Section 206 of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1826) is amended by adding at the end the following-- ``(i) Fishing Gear Transition Program.-- ``(1) In general.--During the 5-year period beginning on the date of enactment of the Driftnet Modernization and Bycatch Reduction Act, the Secretary shall conduct a transition program to facilitate the phase-out of large-scale driftnet fishing and adoption of alternative fishing practices that minimize the incidental catch of living marine resources, and shall award grants to eligible permit holders who participate in the program. ``(2) Permissible uses.--Any permit holder receiving a grant under paragraph (1) may use such funds only for the purpose of covering-- ``(A) any fee originally associated with a permit authorizing participation in a large-scale driftnet fishery, if such permit is surrendered for permanent revocation, and such permit holder relinquishes any claim associated with the permit; ``(B) a forfeiture of fishing gear associated with a permit described in subparagraph (A); or ``(C) the purchase of alternative gear with minimal incidental catch of living marine resources, if the fishery participant is authorized to continue fishing using such alternative gears. ``(3) Certification.--The Secretary shall certify that, with respect to each participant in the program under this subsection, any permit authorizing participation in a large- scale driftnet fishery has been permanently revoked and that no new permits will be issued to authorize such fishing.''. SEC. 5. EXCEPTION. Section 307(1)(M) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1857(1)(M)) is amended by inserting before the semicolon the following: ``, unless such large-scale driftnet fishing-- ``(i) deploys, within the exclusive economic zone, a net with a total length of less than two and one-half kilometers and a mesh size of 14 inches or greater; and ``(ii) is conducted within 5 years of the date of enactment of the Driftnet Modernization and Bycatch Reduction Act''. SEC. 6. FEES. (a) In General.--The North Pacific Fishery Management Council may recommend, and the Secretary of Commerce may approve, regulations necessary for the collection of fees from charter vessel operators who guide recreational anglers who harvest Pacific halibut in International Pacific Halibut Commission regulatory areas 2C and 3A as those terms are defined in part 300 of title 50, Code of Federal Regulations (or any successor regulations). (b) Use of Fees.--Any fees collected under this section shall be available for the purposes of-- (1) financing administrative costs of the Recreational Quota Entity program; (2) the purchase of halibut quota shares in International Pacific Halibut Commission regulatory areas 2C and 3A by the recreational quota entity authorized in part 679 of title 50, Code of Federal Regulations (or any successor regulations); (3) halibut conservation and research; and (4) promotion of the halibut resource by the recreational quota entity authorized in part 679 of title 50, Code of Federal Regulations (or any successor regulations). (c) Limitation on Collection and Availability.--Fees shall be collected and available pursuant to this section only to the extent and in such amounts as provided in advance in appropriations Acts, subject to subsection (d). (d) Fee Collected During Start-up Period.--Notwithstanding subsection (c), fees may be collected through the date of enactment of an Act making appropriations for the activities authorized under this Act through September 30, 2022, and shall be available for obligation and remain available until expended. Passed the Senate September 14, 2021. Attest: Secretary. 117th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 273 _______________________________________________________________________

To improve the management of driftnet fishing. a) Findings.--Section 206(b) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1826(b)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (6), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in paragraph (7), by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(8) within the exclusive economic zone, large-scale driftnet fishing that deploys nets with large mesh sizes causes significant entanglement and mortality of living marine resources, including myriad protected species, despite limitations on the lengths of such nets.''. ( 1826(c)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (2), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in paragraph (3), by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(4) prioritize the phase out of large-scale driftnet fishing in the exclusive economic zone and promote the development and adoption of alternative fishing methods and gear types that minimize the incidental catch of living marine resources.''. ``(3) Certification.--The Secretary shall certify that, with respect to each participant in the program under this subsection, any permit authorizing participation in a large- scale driftnet fishery has been permanently revoked and that no new permits will be issued to authorize such fishing.''. Section 307(1)(M) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1857(1)(M)) is amended by inserting before the semicolon the following: ``, unless such large-scale driftnet fishing-- ``(i) deploys, within the exclusive economic zone, a net with a total length of less than two and one-half kilometers and a mesh size of 14 inches or greater; and ``(ii) is conducted within 5 years of the date of enactment of the Driftnet Modernization and Bycatch Reduction Act''. (a) In General.--The North Pacific Fishery Management Council may recommend, and the Secretary of Commerce may approve, regulations necessary for the collection of fees from charter vessel operators who guide recreational anglers who harvest Pacific halibut in International Pacific Halibut Commission regulatory areas 2C and 3A as those terms are defined in part 300 of title 50, Code of Federal Regulations (or any successor regulations). ( d) Fee Collected During Start-up Period.--Notwithstanding subsection (c), fees may be collected through the date of enactment of an Act making appropriations for the activities authorized under this Act through September 30, 2022, and shall be available for obligation and remain available until expended. 117th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 273 _______________________________________________________________________

To improve the management of driftnet fishing. a) Findings.--Section 206(b) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1826(b)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (6), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in paragraph (7), by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(8) within the exclusive economic zone, large-scale driftnet fishing that deploys nets with large mesh sizes causes significant entanglement and mortality of living marine resources, including myriad protected species, despite limitations on the lengths of such nets.''. ( ``(3) Certification.--The Secretary shall certify that, with respect to each participant in the program under this subsection, any permit authorizing participation in a large- scale driftnet fishery has been permanently revoked and that no new permits will be issued to authorize such fishing.''. Section 307(1)(M) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1857(1)(M)) is amended by inserting before the semicolon the following: ``, unless such large-scale driftnet fishing-- ``(i) deploys, within the exclusive economic zone, a net with a total length of less than two and one-half kilometers and a mesh size of 14 inches or greater; and ``(ii) is conducted within 5 years of the date of enactment of the Driftnet Modernization and Bycatch Reduction Act''. c) Limitation on Collection and Availability.--Fees shall be collected and available pursuant to this section only to the extent and in such amounts as provided in advance in appropriations Acts, subject to subsection (d). ( d) Fee Collected During Start-up Period.--Notwithstanding subsection (c), fees may be collected through the date of enactment of an Act making appropriations for the activities authorized under this Act through September 30, 2022, and shall be available for obligation and remain available until expended.

To improve the management of driftnet fishing. a) Findings.--Section 206(b) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1826(b)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (6), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in paragraph (7), by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(8) within the exclusive economic zone, large-scale driftnet fishing that deploys nets with large mesh sizes causes significant entanglement and mortality of living marine resources, including myriad protected species, despite limitations on the lengths of such nets.''. ( ``(3) Certification.--The Secretary shall certify that, with respect to each participant in the program under this subsection, any permit authorizing participation in a large- scale driftnet fishery has been permanently revoked and that no new permits will be issued to authorize such fishing.''. Section 307(1)(M) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1857(1)(M)) is amended by inserting before the semicolon the following: ``, unless such large-scale driftnet fishing-- ``(i) deploys, within the exclusive economic zone, a net with a total length of less than two and one-half kilometers and a mesh size of 14 inches or greater; and ``(ii) is conducted within 5 years of the date of enactment of the Driftnet Modernization and Bycatch Reduction Act''. c) Limitation on Collection and Availability.--Fees shall be collected and available pursuant to this section only to the extent and in such amounts as provided in advance in appropriations Acts, subject to subsection (d). ( d) Fee Collected During Start-up Period.--Notwithstanding subsection (c), fees may be collected through the date of enactment of an Act making appropriations for the activities authorized under this Act through September 30, 2022, and shall be available for obligation and remain available until expended.

To improve the management of driftnet fishing. a) Findings.--Section 206(b) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1826(b)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (6), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in paragraph (7), by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(8) within the exclusive economic zone, large-scale driftnet fishing that deploys nets with large mesh sizes causes significant entanglement and mortality of living marine resources, including myriad protected species, despite limitations on the lengths of such nets.''. ( 1826(c)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (2), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in paragraph (3), by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(4) prioritize the phase out of large-scale driftnet fishing in the exclusive economic zone and promote the development and adoption of alternative fishing methods and gear types that minimize the incidental catch of living marine resources.''. ``(3) Certification.--The Secretary shall certify that, with respect to each participant in the program under this subsection, any permit authorizing participation in a large- scale driftnet fishery has been permanently revoked and that no new permits will be issued to authorize such fishing.''. Section 307(1)(M) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1857(1)(M)) is amended by inserting before the semicolon the following: ``, unless such large-scale driftnet fishing-- ``(i) deploys, within the exclusive economic zone, a net with a total length of less than two and one-half kilometers and a mesh size of 14 inches or greater; and ``(ii) is conducted within 5 years of the date of enactment of the Driftnet Modernization and Bycatch Reduction Act''. (a) In General.--The North Pacific Fishery Management Council may recommend, and the Secretary of Commerce may approve, regulations necessary for the collection of fees from charter vessel operators who guide recreational anglers who harvest Pacific halibut in International Pacific Halibut Commission regulatory areas 2C and 3A as those terms are defined in part 300 of title 50, Code of Federal Regulations (or any successor regulations). ( d) Fee Collected During Start-up Period.--Notwithstanding subsection (c), fees may be collected through the date of enactment of an Act making appropriations for the activities authorized under this Act through September 30, 2022, and shall be available for obligation and remain available until expended. 117th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 273 _______________________________________________________________________

To improve the management of driftnet fishing. a) Findings.--Section 206(b) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1826(b)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (6), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in paragraph (7), by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(8) within the exclusive economic zone, large-scale driftnet fishing that deploys nets with large mesh sizes causes significant entanglement and mortality of living marine resources, including myriad protected species, despite limitations on the lengths of such nets.''. ( ``(3) Certification.--The Secretary shall certify that, with respect to each participant in the program under this subsection, any permit authorizing participation in a large- scale driftnet fishery has been permanently revoked and that no new permits will be issued to authorize such fishing.''. Section 307(1)(M) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1857(1)(M)) is amended by inserting before the semicolon the following: ``, unless such large-scale driftnet fishing-- ``(i) deploys, within the exclusive economic zone, a net with a total length of less than two and one-half kilometers and a mesh size of 14 inches or greater; and ``(ii) is conducted within 5 years of the date of enactment of the Driftnet Modernization and Bycatch Reduction Act''. c) Limitation on Collection and Availability.--Fees shall be collected and available pursuant to this section only to the extent and in such amounts as provided in advance in appropriations Acts, subject to subsection (d). ( d) Fee Collected During Start-up Period.--Notwithstanding subsection (c), fees may be collected through the date of enactment of an Act making appropriations for the activities authorized under this Act through September 30, 2022, and shall be available for obligation and remain available until expended.

To improve the management of driftnet fishing. a) Findings.--Section 206(b) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1826(b)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (6), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in paragraph (7), by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(8) within the exclusive economic zone, large-scale driftnet fishing that deploys nets with large mesh sizes causes significant entanglement and mortality of living marine resources, including myriad protected species, despite limitations on the lengths of such nets.''. ( 1826(c)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (2), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in paragraph (3), by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(4) prioritize the phase out of large-scale driftnet fishing in the exclusive economic zone and promote the development and adoption of alternative fishing methods and gear types that minimize the incidental catch of living marine resources.''. ``(3) Certification.--The Secretary shall certify that, with respect to each participant in the program under this subsection, any permit authorizing participation in a large- scale driftnet fishery has been permanently revoked and that no new permits will be issued to authorize such fishing.''. Section 307(1)(M) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1857(1)(M)) is amended by inserting before the semicolon the following: ``, unless such large-scale driftnet fishing-- ``(i) deploys, within the exclusive economic zone, a net with a total length of less than two and one-half kilometers and a mesh size of 14 inches or greater; and ``(ii) is conducted within 5 years of the date of enactment of the Driftnet Modernization and Bycatch Reduction Act''. (a) In General.--The North Pacific Fishery Management Council may recommend, and the Secretary of Commerce may approve, regulations necessary for the collection of fees from charter vessel operators who guide recreational anglers who harvest Pacific halibut in International Pacific Halibut Commission regulatory areas 2C and 3A as those terms are defined in part 300 of title 50, Code of Federal Regulations (or any successor regulations). ( d) Fee Collected During Start-up Period.--Notwithstanding subsection (c), fees may be collected through the date of enactment of an Act making appropriations for the activities authorized under this Act through September 30, 2022, and shall be available for obligation and remain available until expended. 117th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 273 _______________________________________________________________________

To improve the management of driftnet fishing. a) Findings.--Section 206(b) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1826(b)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (6), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in paragraph (7), by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(8) within the exclusive economic zone, large-scale driftnet fishing that deploys nets with large mesh sizes causes significant entanglement and mortality of living marine resources, including myriad protected species, despite limitations on the lengths of such nets.''. ( ``(3) Certification.--The Secretary shall certify that, with respect to each participant in the program under this subsection, any permit authorizing participation in a large- scale driftnet fishery has been permanently revoked and that no new permits will be issued to authorize such fishing.''. Section 307(1)(M) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1857(1)(M)) is amended by inserting before the semicolon the following: ``, unless such large-scale driftnet fishing-- ``(i) deploys, within the exclusive economic zone, a net with a total length of less than two and one-half kilometers and a mesh size of 14 inches or greater; and ``(ii) is conducted within 5 years of the date of enactment of the Driftnet Modernization and Bycatch Reduction Act''. c) Limitation on Collection and Availability.--Fees shall be collected and available pursuant to this section only to the extent and in such amounts as provided in advance in appropriations Acts, subject to subsection (d). ( d) Fee Collected During Start-up Period.--Notwithstanding subsection (c), fees may be collected through the date of enactment of an Act making appropriations for the activities authorized under this Act through September 30, 2022, and shall be available for obligation and remain available until expended.

To improve the management of driftnet fishing. a) Findings.--Section 206(b) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1826(b)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (6), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in paragraph (7), by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(8) within the exclusive economic zone, large-scale driftnet fishing that deploys nets with large mesh sizes causes significant entanglement and mortality of living marine resources, including myriad protected species, despite limitations on the lengths of such nets.''. ( 1826(c)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (2), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in paragraph (3), by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(4) prioritize the phase out of large-scale driftnet fishing in the exclusive economic zone and promote the development and adoption of alternative fishing methods and gear types that minimize the incidental catch of living marine resources.''. ``(3) Certification.--The Secretary shall certify that, with respect to each participant in the program under this subsection, any permit authorizing participation in a large- scale driftnet fishery has been permanently revoked and that no new permits will be issued to authorize such fishing.''. Section 307(1)(M) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1857(1)(M)) is amended by inserting before the semicolon the following: ``, unless such large-scale driftnet fishing-- ``(i) deploys, within the exclusive economic zone, a net with a total length of less than two and one-half kilometers and a mesh size of 14 inches or greater; and ``(ii) is conducted within 5 years of the date of enactment of the Driftnet Modernization and Bycatch Reduction Act''. (a) In General.--The North Pacific Fishery Management Council may recommend, and the Secretary of Commerce may approve, regulations necessary for the collection of fees from charter vessel operators who guide recreational anglers who harvest Pacific halibut in International Pacific Halibut Commission regulatory areas 2C and 3A as those terms are defined in part 300 of title 50, Code of Federal Regulations (or any successor regulations). ( d) Fee Collected During Start-up Period.--Notwithstanding subsection (c), fees may be collected through the date of enactment of an Act making appropriations for the activities authorized under this Act through September 30, 2022, and shall be available for obligation and remain available until expended. 117th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 273 _______________________________________________________________________

To improve the management of driftnet fishing. a) Findings.--Section 206(b) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1826(b)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (6), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in paragraph (7), by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(8) within the exclusive economic zone, large-scale driftnet fishing that deploys nets with large mesh sizes causes significant entanglement and mortality of living marine resources, including myriad protected species, despite limitations on the lengths of such nets.''. ( ``(3) Certification.--The Secretary shall certify that, with respect to each participant in the program under this subsection, any permit authorizing participation in a large- scale driftnet fishery has been permanently revoked and that no new permits will be issued to authorize such fishing.''. Section 307(1)(M) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1857(1)(M)) is amended by inserting before the semicolon the following: ``, unless such large-scale driftnet fishing-- ``(i) deploys, within the exclusive economic zone, a net with a total length of less than two and one-half kilometers and a mesh size of 14 inches or greater; and ``(ii) is conducted within 5 years of the date of enactment of the Driftnet Modernization and Bycatch Reduction Act''. c) Limitation on Collection and Availability.--Fees shall be collected and available pursuant to this section only to the extent and in such amounts as provided in advance in appropriations Acts, subject to subsection (d). ( d) Fee Collected During Start-up Period.--Notwithstanding subsection (c), fees may be collected through the date of enactment of an Act making appropriations for the activities authorized under this Act through September 30, 2022, and shall be available for obligation and remain available until expended.

To improve the management of driftnet fishing. a) Findings.--Section 206(b) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1826(b)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (6), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in paragraph (7), by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(8) within the exclusive economic zone, large-scale driftnet fishing that deploys nets with large mesh sizes causes significant entanglement and mortality of living marine resources, including myriad protected species, despite limitations on the lengths of such nets.''. ( 1857(1)(M)) is amended by inserting before the semicolon the following: ``, unless such large-scale driftnet fishing-- ``(i) deploys, within the exclusive economic zone, a net with a total length of less than two and one-half kilometers and a mesh size of 14 inches or greater; and ``(ii) is conducted within 5 years of the date of enactment of the Driftnet Modernization and Bycatch Reduction Act''. ( a) In General.--The North Pacific Fishery Management Council may recommend, and the Secretary of Commerce may approve, regulations necessary for the collection of fees from charter vessel operators who guide recreational anglers who harvest Pacific halibut in International Pacific Halibut Commission regulatory areas 2C and 3A as those terms are defined in part 300 of title 50, Code of Federal Regulations (or any successor regulations). (

H.R.4735

Health

Provider Relief Fund Deadline Extension Act This bill extends the period during which health care providers may use payments received from the Provider Relief Fund to cover a variety of costs related to COVID-19.

To extend the deadline for eligible health care providers to use certain funds received from the COVID-19 Provider Relief Fund, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Provider Relief Fund Deadline Extension Act''. SEC. 2. EXTENSION OF DEADLINE FOR ELIGIBLE HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS TO USE CERTAIN FUNDS RECEIVED FROM THE COVID-19 PROVIDER RELIEF FUND. (a) Extension of Deadline.-- (1) Payment received period 1.--Effective June 29, 2021, the deadline by which an eligible health care provider is required to use reimbursements from the Provider Relief Fund received by such provider during the covered payment received period shall be extended until the later of-- (A) the end of the COVID-19 public health emergency period; or (B) December 31, 2021. (2) Adjustment of reporting time period.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall make appropriate adjustments to the reporting time period established by the Secretary that is applicable to eligible health care providers with respect to the use of reimbursements from the Provider Relief Fund received during the payment received period to reflect the deadline established in paragraph (1) for the use of such reimbursements received during such payment received period. (b) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Covered payment received period.--The term ``covered payment received period'' means, with respect to the Payment Received Periods referred to in the Provider Relief Fund Guidance, the payments beginning on April 10, 2020, and ending on June 30, 2020. (2) COVID-19 public health emergency period.--The term ``COVID-19 public health emergency period'' means the emergency period described in section 1135(g)(1)(B) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1320b-5(g)(1)(B)). (3) Eligible health care provider.--The term ``eligible health care provider'' has the meaning given such term in the third proviso of the third paragraph under the heading ``Department of Health and Human Services--Office of the Secretary--Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund'' in division B of the CARES Act (Public Law 116-136). (4) Provider relief fund.--The term ``Provider Relief Fund'' means the program to prevent, prepare for, and respond to COVID-19, domestically or internationally, for necessary expenses to reimburse, through grants or other mechanisms, eligible health care providers for health care related expenses or lost revenues that are attributable to COVID-19 for which appropriations are made-- (A) under the heading ``Department of Health and Human Services--Office of the Secretary--Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund'' in title VIII of division B of the CARES Act (Public Law 116-136); and (B) under the heading ``Department of Health and Human Services--Office of the Secretary--Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund'' in title I of division B of the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act (Public Law 116-139). (5) Provider relief fund guidance.--The term ``Provider Relief Fund Guidance'' refers to the guidance entitled ``Provider Relief Fund General and Targeted Distribution Post- Payment Notice of Reporting Requirement'' and issued by the Secretary of Health and Human Services on June 11, 2021. <all>

Provider Relief Fund Deadline Extension Act

To extend the deadline for eligible health care providers to use certain funds received from the COVID-19 Provider Relief Fund, and for other purposes.

Provider Relief Fund Deadline Extension Act

Rep. Axne, Cynthia

D

IA

This bill extends the period during which health care providers may use payments received from the Provider Relief Fund to cover a variety of costs related to COVID-19.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Provider Relief Fund Deadline Extension Act''. SEC. EXTENSION OF DEADLINE FOR ELIGIBLE HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS TO USE CERTAIN FUNDS RECEIVED FROM THE COVID-19 PROVIDER RELIEF FUND. (2) Adjustment of reporting time period.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall make appropriate adjustments to the reporting time period established by the Secretary that is applicable to eligible health care providers with respect to the use of reimbursements from the Provider Relief Fund received during the payment received period to reflect the deadline established in paragraph (1) for the use of such reimbursements received during such payment received period. (b) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Covered payment received period.--The term ``covered payment received period'' means, with respect to the Payment Received Periods referred to in the Provider Relief Fund Guidance, the payments beginning on April 10, 2020, and ending on June 30, 2020. (2) COVID-19 public health emergency period.--The term ``COVID-19 public health emergency period'' means the emergency period described in section 1135(g)(1)(B) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1320b-5(g)(1)(B)). (3) Eligible health care provider.--The term ``eligible health care provider'' has the meaning given such term in the third proviso of the third paragraph under the heading ``Department of Health and Human Services--Office of the Secretary--Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund'' in division B of the CARES Act (Public Law 116-136). (4) Provider relief fund.--The term ``Provider Relief Fund'' means the program to prevent, prepare for, and respond to COVID-19, domestically or internationally, for necessary expenses to reimburse, through grants or other mechanisms, eligible health care providers for health care related expenses or lost revenues that are attributable to COVID-19 for which appropriations are made-- (A) under the heading ``Department of Health and Human Services--Office of the Secretary--Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund'' in title VIII of division B of the CARES Act (Public Law 116-136); and (B) under the heading ``Department of Health and Human Services--Office of the Secretary--Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund'' in title I of division B of the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act (Public Law 116-139). (5) Provider relief fund guidance.--The term ``Provider Relief Fund Guidance'' refers to the guidance entitled ``Provider Relief Fund General and Targeted Distribution Post- Payment Notice of Reporting Requirement'' and issued by the Secretary of Health and Human Services on June 11, 2021.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. SEC. EXTENSION OF DEADLINE FOR ELIGIBLE HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS TO USE CERTAIN FUNDS RECEIVED FROM THE COVID-19 PROVIDER RELIEF FUND. (2) Adjustment of reporting time period.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall make appropriate adjustments to the reporting time period established by the Secretary that is applicable to eligible health care providers with respect to the use of reimbursements from the Provider Relief Fund received during the payment received period to reflect the deadline established in paragraph (1) for the use of such reimbursements received during such payment received period. (b) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Covered payment received period.--The term ``covered payment received period'' means, with respect to the Payment Received Periods referred to in the Provider Relief Fund Guidance, the payments beginning on April 10, 2020, and ending on June 30, 2020. (2) COVID-19 public health emergency period.--The term ``COVID-19 public health emergency period'' means the emergency period described in section 1135(g)(1)(B) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1320b-5(g)(1)(B)). (3) Eligible health care provider.--The term ``eligible health care provider'' has the meaning given such term in the third proviso of the third paragraph under the heading ``Department of Health and Human Services--Office of the Secretary--Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund'' in division B of the CARES Act (Public Law 116-136). (5) Provider relief fund guidance.--The term ``Provider Relief Fund Guidance'' refers to the guidance entitled ``Provider Relief Fund General and Targeted Distribution Post- Payment Notice of Reporting Requirement'' and issued by the Secretary of Health and Human Services on June 11, 2021.

To extend the deadline for eligible health care providers to use certain funds received from the COVID-19 Provider Relief Fund, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Provider Relief Fund Deadline Extension Act''. SEC. 2. EXTENSION OF DEADLINE FOR ELIGIBLE HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS TO USE CERTAIN FUNDS RECEIVED FROM THE COVID-19 PROVIDER RELIEF FUND. (a) Extension of Deadline.-- (1) Payment received period 1.--Effective June 29, 2021, the deadline by which an eligible health care provider is required to use reimbursements from the Provider Relief Fund received by such provider during the covered payment received period shall be extended until the later of-- (A) the end of the COVID-19 public health emergency period; or (B) December 31, 2021. (2) Adjustment of reporting time period.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall make appropriate adjustments to the reporting time period established by the Secretary that is applicable to eligible health care providers with respect to the use of reimbursements from the Provider Relief Fund received during the payment received period to reflect the deadline established in paragraph (1) for the use of such reimbursements received during such payment received period. (b) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Covered payment received period.--The term ``covered payment received period'' means, with respect to the Payment Received Periods referred to in the Provider Relief Fund Guidance, the payments beginning on April 10, 2020, and ending on June 30, 2020. (2) COVID-19 public health emergency period.--The term ``COVID-19 public health emergency period'' means the emergency period described in section 1135(g)(1)(B) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1320b-5(g)(1)(B)). (3) Eligible health care provider.--The term ``eligible health care provider'' has the meaning given such term in the third proviso of the third paragraph under the heading ``Department of Health and Human Services--Office of the Secretary--Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund'' in division B of the CARES Act (Public Law 116-136). (4) Provider relief fund.--The term ``Provider Relief Fund'' means the program to prevent, prepare for, and respond to COVID-19, domestically or internationally, for necessary expenses to reimburse, through grants or other mechanisms, eligible health care providers for health care related expenses or lost revenues that are attributable to COVID-19 for which appropriations are made-- (A) under the heading ``Department of Health and Human Services--Office of the Secretary--Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund'' in title VIII of division B of the CARES Act (Public Law 116-136); and (B) under the heading ``Department of Health and Human Services--Office of the Secretary--Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund'' in title I of division B of the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act (Public Law 116-139). (5) Provider relief fund guidance.--The term ``Provider Relief Fund Guidance'' refers to the guidance entitled ``Provider Relief Fund General and Targeted Distribution Post- Payment Notice of Reporting Requirement'' and issued by the Secretary of Health and Human Services on June 11, 2021. <all>

To extend the deadline for eligible health care providers to use certain funds received from the COVID-19 Provider Relief Fund, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Provider Relief Fund Deadline Extension Act''. SEC. 2. EXTENSION OF DEADLINE FOR ELIGIBLE HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS TO USE CERTAIN FUNDS RECEIVED FROM THE COVID-19 PROVIDER RELIEF FUND. (a) Extension of Deadline.-- (1) Payment received period 1.--Effective June 29, 2021, the deadline by which an eligible health care provider is required to use reimbursements from the Provider Relief Fund received by such provider during the covered payment received period shall be extended until the later of-- (A) the end of the COVID-19 public health emergency period; or (B) December 31, 2021. (2) Adjustment of reporting time period.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall make appropriate adjustments to the reporting time period established by the Secretary that is applicable to eligible health care providers with respect to the use of reimbursements from the Provider Relief Fund received during the payment received period to reflect the deadline established in paragraph (1) for the use of such reimbursements received during such payment received period. (b) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Covered payment received period.--The term ``covered payment received period'' means, with respect to the Payment Received Periods referred to in the Provider Relief Fund Guidance, the payments beginning on April 10, 2020, and ending on June 30, 2020. (2) COVID-19 public health emergency period.--The term ``COVID-19 public health emergency period'' means the emergency period described in section 1135(g)(1)(B) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1320b-5(g)(1)(B)). (3) Eligible health care provider.--The term ``eligible health care provider'' has the meaning given such term in the third proviso of the third paragraph under the heading ``Department of Health and Human Services--Office of the Secretary--Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund'' in division B of the CARES Act (Public Law 116-136). (4) Provider relief fund.--The term ``Provider Relief Fund'' means the program to prevent, prepare for, and respond to COVID-19, domestically or internationally, for necessary expenses to reimburse, through grants or other mechanisms, eligible health care providers for health care related expenses or lost revenues that are attributable to COVID-19 for which appropriations are made-- (A) under the heading ``Department of Health and Human Services--Office of the Secretary--Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund'' in title VIII of division B of the CARES Act (Public Law 116-136); and (B) under the heading ``Department of Health and Human Services--Office of the Secretary--Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund'' in title I of division B of the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act (Public Law 116-139). (5) Provider relief fund guidance.--The term ``Provider Relief Fund Guidance'' refers to the guidance entitled ``Provider Relief Fund General and Targeted Distribution Post- Payment Notice of Reporting Requirement'' and issued by the Secretary of Health and Human Services on June 11, 2021. <all>

To extend the deadline for eligible health care providers to use certain funds received from the COVID-19 Provider Relief Fund, and for other purposes. 2) Adjustment of reporting time period.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall make appropriate adjustments to the reporting time period established by the Secretary that is applicable to eligible health care providers with respect to the use of reimbursements from the Provider Relief Fund received during the payment received period to reflect the deadline established in paragraph (1) for the use of such reimbursements received during such payment received period. (b) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Covered payment received period.--The term ``covered payment received period'' means, with respect to the Payment Received Periods referred to in the Provider Relief Fund Guidance, the payments beginning on April 10, 2020, and ending on June 30, 2020. ( 2) COVID-19 public health emergency period.--The term ``COVID-19 public health emergency period'' means the emergency period described in section 1135(g)(1)(B) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1320b-5(g)(1)(B)). ( 5) Provider relief fund guidance.--The term ``Provider Relief Fund Guidance'' refers to the guidance entitled ``Provider Relief Fund General and Targeted Distribution Post- Payment Notice of Reporting Requirement'' and issued by the Secretary of Health and Human Services on June 11, 2021.

To extend the deadline for eligible health care providers to use certain funds received from the COVID-19 Provider Relief Fund, and for other purposes. a) Extension of Deadline.-- (1) Payment received period 1.--Effective June 29, 2021, the deadline by which an eligible health care provider is required to use reimbursements from the Provider Relief Fund received by such provider during the covered payment received period shall be extended until the later of-- (A) the end of the COVID-19 public health emergency period; or (B) December 31, 2021. ( 5) Provider relief fund guidance.--The term ``Provider Relief Fund Guidance'' refers to the guidance entitled ``Provider Relief Fund General and Targeted Distribution Post- Payment Notice of Reporting Requirement'' and issued by the Secretary of Health and Human Services on June 11, 2021.

To extend the deadline for eligible health care providers to use certain funds received from the COVID-19 Provider Relief Fund, and for other purposes. a) Extension of Deadline.-- (1) Payment received period 1.--Effective June 29, 2021, the deadline by which an eligible health care provider is required to use reimbursements from the Provider Relief Fund received by such provider during the covered payment received period shall be extended until the later of-- (A) the end of the COVID-19 public health emergency period; or (B) December 31, 2021. ( 5) Provider relief fund guidance.--The term ``Provider Relief Fund Guidance'' refers to the guidance entitled ``Provider Relief Fund General and Targeted Distribution Post- Payment Notice of Reporting Requirement'' and issued by the Secretary of Health and Human Services on June 11, 2021.

To extend the deadline for eligible health care providers to use certain funds received from the COVID-19 Provider Relief Fund, and for other purposes. 2) Adjustment of reporting time period.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall make appropriate adjustments to the reporting time period established by the Secretary that is applicable to eligible health care providers with respect to the use of reimbursements from the Provider Relief Fund received during the payment received period to reflect the deadline established in paragraph (1) for the use of such reimbursements received during such payment received period. (b) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Covered payment received period.--The term ``covered payment received period'' means, with respect to the Payment Received Periods referred to in the Provider Relief Fund Guidance, the payments beginning on April 10, 2020, and ending on June 30, 2020. ( 2) COVID-19 public health emergency period.--The term ``COVID-19 public health emergency period'' means the emergency period described in section 1135(g)(1)(B) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1320b-5(g)(1)(B)). ( 5) Provider relief fund guidance.--The term ``Provider Relief Fund Guidance'' refers to the guidance entitled ``Provider Relief Fund General and Targeted Distribution Post- Payment Notice of Reporting Requirement'' and issued by the Secretary of Health and Human Services on June 11, 2021.

To extend the deadline for eligible health care providers to use certain funds received from the COVID-19 Provider Relief Fund, and for other purposes. a) Extension of Deadline.-- (1) Payment received period 1.--Effective June 29, 2021, the deadline by which an eligible health care provider is required to use reimbursements from the Provider Relief Fund received by such provider during the covered payment received period shall be extended until the later of-- (A) the end of the COVID-19 public health emergency period; or (B) December 31, 2021. ( 5) Provider relief fund guidance.--The term ``Provider Relief Fund Guidance'' refers to the guidance entitled ``Provider Relief Fund General and Targeted Distribution Post- Payment Notice of Reporting Requirement'' and issued by the Secretary of Health and Human Services on June 11, 2021.

To extend the deadline for eligible health care providers to use certain funds received from the COVID-19 Provider Relief Fund, and for other purposes. 2) Adjustment of reporting time period.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall make appropriate adjustments to the reporting time period established by the Secretary that is applicable to eligible health care providers with respect to the use of reimbursements from the Provider Relief Fund received during the payment received period to reflect the deadline established in paragraph (1) for the use of such reimbursements received during such payment received period. (b) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Covered payment received period.--The term ``covered payment received period'' means, with respect to the Payment Received Periods referred to in the Provider Relief Fund Guidance, the payments beginning on April 10, 2020, and ending on June 30, 2020. ( 2) COVID-19 public health emergency period.--The term ``COVID-19 public health emergency period'' means the emergency period described in section 1135(g)(1)(B) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1320b-5(g)(1)(B)). ( 5) Provider relief fund guidance.--The term ``Provider Relief Fund Guidance'' refers to the guidance entitled ``Provider Relief Fund General and Targeted Distribution Post- Payment Notice of Reporting Requirement'' and issued by the Secretary of Health and Human Services on June 11, 2021.

To extend the deadline for eligible health care providers to use certain funds received from the COVID-19 Provider Relief Fund, and for other purposes. a) Extension of Deadline.-- (1) Payment received period 1.--Effective June 29, 2021, the deadline by which an eligible health care provider is required to use reimbursements from the Provider Relief Fund received by such provider during the covered payment received period shall be extended until the later of-- (A) the end of the COVID-19 public health emergency period; or (B) December 31, 2021. ( 5) Provider relief fund guidance.--The term ``Provider Relief Fund Guidance'' refers to the guidance entitled ``Provider Relief Fund General and Targeted Distribution Post- Payment Notice of Reporting Requirement'' and issued by the Secretary of Health and Human Services on June 11, 2021.

To extend the deadline for eligible health care providers to use certain funds received from the COVID-19 Provider Relief Fund, and for other purposes. 2) Adjustment of reporting time period.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall make appropriate adjustments to the reporting time period established by the Secretary that is applicable to eligible health care providers with respect to the use of reimbursements from the Provider Relief Fund received during the payment received period to reflect the deadline established in paragraph (1) for the use of such reimbursements received during such payment received period. (b) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Covered payment received period.--The term ``covered payment received period'' means, with respect to the Payment Received Periods referred to in the Provider Relief Fund Guidance, the payments beginning on April 10, 2020, and ending on June 30, 2020. ( 2) COVID-19 public health emergency period.--The term ``COVID-19 public health emergency period'' means the emergency period described in section 1135(g)(1)(B) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1320b-5(g)(1)(B)). ( 5) Provider relief fund guidance.--The term ``Provider Relief Fund Guidance'' refers to the guidance entitled ``Provider Relief Fund General and Targeted Distribution Post- Payment Notice of Reporting Requirement'' and issued by the Secretary of Health and Human Services on June 11, 2021.

To extend the deadline for eligible health care providers to use certain funds received from the COVID-19 Provider Relief Fund, and for other purposes. a) Extension of Deadline.-- (1) Payment received period 1.--Effective June 29, 2021, the deadline by which an eligible health care provider is required to use reimbursements from the Provider Relief Fund received by such provider during the covered payment received period shall be extended until the later of-- (A) the end of the COVID-19 public health emergency period; or (B) December 31, 2021. ( 5) Provider relief fund guidance.--The term ``Provider Relief Fund Guidance'' refers to the guidance entitled ``Provider Relief Fund General and Targeted Distribution Post- Payment Notice of Reporting Requirement'' and issued by the Secretary of Health and Human Services on June 11, 2021.

To extend the deadline for eligible health care providers to use certain funds received from the COVID-19 Provider Relief Fund, and for other purposes. 2) Adjustment of reporting time period.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall make appropriate adjustments to the reporting time period established by the Secretary that is applicable to eligible health care providers with respect to the use of reimbursements from the Provider Relief Fund received during the payment received period to reflect the deadline established in paragraph (1) for the use of such reimbursements received during such payment received period. (b) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Covered payment received period.--The term ``covered payment received period'' means, with respect to the Payment Received Periods referred to in the Provider Relief Fund Guidance, the payments beginning on April 10, 2020, and ending on June 30, 2020. ( 2) COVID-19 public health emergency period.--The term ``COVID-19 public health emergency period'' means the emergency period described in section 1135(g)(1)(B) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1320b-5(g)(1)(B)). ( 5) Provider relief fund guidance.--The term ``Provider Relief Fund Guidance'' refers to the guidance entitled ``Provider Relief Fund General and Targeted Distribution Post- Payment Notice of Reporting Requirement'' and issued by the Secretary of Health and Human Services on June 11, 2021.

S.4717

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Stop the Spread of Invasive Mussels Act of 2022 This bill provides for activities to control invasive species on federal lands and waters. The Department of the Interior may inspect and decontaminate watercraft entering and leaving federal land and water located within a river basin that contains a Bureau of Reclamation water project. The Bureau of Reclamation shall establish a competitive grant program to provide grants to partners to conduct inspections and decontamination of watercraft in reservoirs operated and maintained by Reclamation, including to purchase, establish, operate, or maintain a watercraft inspection and decontamination station. In carrying out the grant program, Reclamation shall coordinate with (1) states with Reclamation projects, (2) affected Indian tribes, and (3) the Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force.

To authorize the Director of the Bureau of Land Management and the Director of the National Park Service to carry out activities to control the movement of aquatic invasive species into, across, and out of Federal land and waters, to provide for financial assistance from the Commissioner of Reclamation to Reclamation States for watercraft inspection and decontamination stations, to amend the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 to make certain technical corrections, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Stop the Spread of Invasive Mussels Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Aquatic nuisance species task force.--The term ``Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force'' means the Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force established by section 1201(a) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4721(a)). (2) Federal land and water.--The term ``Federal land and water'' means Federal land and water operated and maintained by the Bureau of Land Management or the National Park Service, as applicable. (3) Indian tribe.--The term ``Indian Tribe'' has the meaning given the term in section 4 of the Indian Self- Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 5304). (4) Inspection.--The term ``inspection'' means an inspection to prevent and respond to biological invasions of an aquatic ecosystem. (5) Partner.--The term ``partner'' means-- (A) a Reclamation State; (B) an Indian Tribe in a Reclamation State; (C) an applicable nonprofit organization in a Reclamation State; or (D) a unit of local government in a Reclamation State. (6) Reclamation state.-- (A) In general.--The term ``Reclamation State'' means any State in which a Bureau of Reclamation reservoir is located. (B) Inclusions.--The term ``Reclamation State'' includes any of the States of-- (i) Alaska; (ii) Arizona; (iii) California; (iv) Colorado; (v) Idaho; (vi) Kansas; (vii) Montana; (viii) Nebraska; (ix) Nevada; (x) New Mexico; (xi) North Dakota; (xii) Oklahoma; (xiii) Oregon; (xiv) South Dakota; (xv) Texas; (xvi) Utah; (xvii) Washington; and (xviii) Wyoming. (7) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior. SEC. 3. FEDERAL LAND AND AQUATIC RESOURCE ACTIVITIES ASSISTANCE. (a) Authority of Bureau of Land Management and National Park Service With Respect to Certain Aquatic Resource Activities on Federal Land and Water.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary may inspect and decontaminate watercraft entering and leaving Federal land and water located within a river basin that contains a Bureau of Reclamation water project. (2) Requirements.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Bureau of Land Management and the Director of the National Park Service, shall-- (A) in carrying out an inspection under paragraph (1), coordinate with 1 or more partners; (B) consult with the Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force to identify potential improvements in the detection and management of invasive species on Federal land and water; and (C) to the maximum extent practicable, inspect watercraft in a manner that minimizes disruptions to public access for boating and recreation in noncontaminated watercraft. (3) Partnerships.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Bureau of Land Management and the Director of the National Park Service, may enter into a partnership to provide technical assistance to a partner-- (A) to carry out an inspection or decontamination of watercraft; or (B) to establish an inspection and decontamination station for watercraft. (b) Grant Program for Reclamation States for Watercraft Inspection and Decontamination Stations.-- (1) Watercraft inspection in reclamation states.--Subject to the availability of appropriations, the Secretary, acting through the Commissioner of Reclamation, shall establish a competitive grant program to provide grants to partners to conduct inspections and decontamination of watercraft in reservoirs operated and maintained by the Secretary, including to purchase, establish, operate, or maintain a watercraft inspection and decontamination station. (2) Cost share.--The Federal share of the cost of a grant under paragraph (1), including personnel costs, shall not exceed 75 percent. (3) Standards.--Before awarding a grant under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall determine that the project is technically and financially feasible. (4) Coordination.--In carrying out this subsection, the Secretary shall coordinate with-- (A) each of the Reclamation States; (B) affected Indian Tribes; and (C) the Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force. (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $25,000,000 for fiscal year 2023 and each fiscal year thereafter. SEC. 4. TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS TO THE NONINDIGENOUS AQUATIC NUISANCE PREVENTION AND CONTROL ACT OF 1990. (a) Purposes.--Section 1002(b) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4701(b)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (2)-- (A) by inserting a comma after ``funded''; (B) by inserting a comma after ``prevention''; and (C) by inserting a comma after ``dissemination''; and (2) in paragraph (3), by inserting a comma after ``monitor''. (b) Definitions.--Section 1003 of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4702) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (7), by striking ``Canandian'' and inserting ``Canadian''; (2) by redesignating paragraphs (13) through (17) as paragraphs (14) through (18), respectively; and (3) by inserting after paragraph (12) the following: ``(13) `State' means-- ``(A) a State; ``(B) the District of Columbia; ``(C) American Samoa; ``(D) Guam; ``(E) the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico; ``(F) the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands; and ``(G) the United States Virgin Islands;''. (c) Great Lakes Panel.--Section 1203(a) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4723(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)(F), by inserting ``and'' after ``research,''; and (2) in paragraph (3), by striking ``encourage'' and inserting ``encouraged''. (d) Administrative Costs.--Section 1204(b)(4) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4724(b)(4)) is amended, in the paragraph heading, by striking ``Adminisrative'' and inserting ``Administrative''. (e) Brown Tree Snake Control Program.--Section 1209 of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4728) is amended by striking ``subsection (a)'' and inserting ``section 1202(a)''. (f) Prevention of Unintentional Introductions.--Section 1301(a)(2) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4741(a)(2)) is amended by striking ``1102(a)(2'' and inserting ``1102(a)(2)''. <all>

Stop the Spread of Invasive Mussels Act of 2022

A bill to authorize the Director of the Bureau of Land Management and the Director of the National Park Service to carry out activities to control the movement of aquatic invasive species into, across, and out of Federal land and waters, to provide for financial assistance from the Commissioner of Reclamation to Reclamation States for watercraft inspection and decontamination stations, to amend the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 to make certain technical corrections, and for other purposes.

Stop the Spread of Invasive Mussels Act of 2022

Sen. Bennet, Michael F.

D

CO

This bill provides for activities to control invasive species on federal lands and waters. The Department of the Interior may inspect and decontaminate watercraft entering and leaving federal land and water located within a river basin that contains a Bureau of Reclamation water project. The Bureau of Reclamation shall establish a competitive grant program to provide grants to partners to conduct inspections and decontamination of watercraft in reservoirs operated and maintained by Reclamation, including to purchase, establish, operate, or maintain a watercraft inspection and decontamination station. In carrying out the grant program, Reclamation shall coordinate with (1) states with Reclamation projects, (2) affected Indian tribes, and (3) the Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Stop the Spread of Invasive Mussels Act of 2022''. 2. DEFINITIONS. 4721(a)). (2) Federal land and water.--The term ``Federal land and water'' means Federal land and water operated and maintained by the Bureau of Land Management or the National Park Service, as applicable. 5304). (6) Reclamation state.-- (A) In general.--The term ``Reclamation State'' means any State in which a Bureau of Reclamation reservoir is located. (B) Inclusions.--The term ``Reclamation State'' includes any of the States of-- (i) Alaska; (ii) Arizona; (iii) California; (iv) Colorado; (v) Idaho; (vi) Kansas; (vii) Montana; (viii) Nebraska; (ix) Nevada; (x) New Mexico; (xi) North Dakota; (xii) Oklahoma; (xiii) Oregon; (xiv) South Dakota; (xv) Texas; (xvi) Utah; (xvii) Washington; and (xviii) Wyoming. (7) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior. 3. FEDERAL LAND AND AQUATIC RESOURCE ACTIVITIES ASSISTANCE. (b) Grant Program for Reclamation States for Watercraft Inspection and Decontamination Stations.-- (1) Watercraft inspection in reclamation states.--Subject to the availability of appropriations, the Secretary, acting through the Commissioner of Reclamation, shall establish a competitive grant program to provide grants to partners to conduct inspections and decontamination of watercraft in reservoirs operated and maintained by the Secretary, including to purchase, establish, operate, or maintain a watercraft inspection and decontamination station. (2) Cost share.--The Federal share of the cost of a grant under paragraph (1), including personnel costs, shall not exceed 75 percent. (4) Coordination.--In carrying out this subsection, the Secretary shall coordinate with-- (A) each of the Reclamation States; (B) affected Indian Tribes; and (C) the Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force. (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $25,000,000 for fiscal year 2023 and each fiscal year thereafter. SEC. 4. (a) Purposes.--Section 1002(b) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4701(b)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (2)-- (A) by inserting a comma after ``funded''; (B) by inserting a comma after ``prevention''; and (C) by inserting a comma after ``dissemination''; and (2) in paragraph (3), by inserting a comma after ``monitor''. 4702) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (7), by striking ``Canandian'' and inserting ``Canadian''; (2) by redesignating paragraphs (13) through (17) as paragraphs (14) through (18), respectively; and (3) by inserting after paragraph (12) the following: ``(13) `State' means-- ``(A) a State; ``(B) the District of Columbia; ``(C) American Samoa; ``(D) Guam; ``(E) the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico; ``(F) the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands; and ``(G) the United States Virgin Islands;''. 4723(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)(F), by inserting ``and'' after ``research,''; and (2) in paragraph (3), by striking ``encourage'' and inserting ``encouraged''.

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Stop the Spread of Invasive Mussels Act of 2022''. 2. DEFINITIONS. 4721(a)). (2) Federal land and water.--The term ``Federal land and water'' means Federal land and water operated and maintained by the Bureau of Land Management or the National Park Service, as applicable. 5304). (6) Reclamation state.-- (A) In general.--The term ``Reclamation State'' means any State in which a Bureau of Reclamation reservoir is located. (B) Inclusions.--The term ``Reclamation State'' includes any of the States of-- (i) Alaska; (ii) Arizona; (iii) California; (iv) Colorado; (v) Idaho; (vi) Kansas; (vii) Montana; (viii) Nebraska; (ix) Nevada; (x) New Mexico; (xi) North Dakota; (xii) Oklahoma; (xiii) Oregon; (xiv) South Dakota; (xv) Texas; (xvi) Utah; (xvii) Washington; and (xviii) Wyoming. (7) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior. 3. FEDERAL LAND AND AQUATIC RESOURCE ACTIVITIES ASSISTANCE. (b) Grant Program for Reclamation States for Watercraft Inspection and Decontamination Stations.-- (1) Watercraft inspection in reclamation states.--Subject to the availability of appropriations, the Secretary, acting through the Commissioner of Reclamation, shall establish a competitive grant program to provide grants to partners to conduct inspections and decontamination of watercraft in reservoirs operated and maintained by the Secretary, including to purchase, establish, operate, or maintain a watercraft inspection and decontamination station. (2) Cost share.--The Federal share of the cost of a grant under paragraph (1), including personnel costs, shall not exceed 75 percent. (4) Coordination.--In carrying out this subsection, the Secretary shall coordinate with-- (A) each of the Reclamation States; (B) affected Indian Tribes; and (C) the Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force. (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $25,000,000 for fiscal year 2023 and each fiscal year thereafter. SEC. 4. (a) Purposes.--Section 1002(b) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4723(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)(F), by inserting ``and'' after ``research,''; and (2) in paragraph (3), by striking ``encourage'' and inserting ``encouraged''.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Stop the Spread of Invasive Mussels Act of 2022''. 2. DEFINITIONS. 4721(a)). (2) Federal land and water.--The term ``Federal land and water'' means Federal land and water operated and maintained by the Bureau of Land Management or the National Park Service, as applicable. 5304). (4) Inspection.--The term ``inspection'' means an inspection to prevent and respond to biological invasions of an aquatic ecosystem. (6) Reclamation state.-- (A) In general.--The term ``Reclamation State'' means any State in which a Bureau of Reclamation reservoir is located. (B) Inclusions.--The term ``Reclamation State'' includes any of the States of-- (i) Alaska; (ii) Arizona; (iii) California; (iv) Colorado; (v) Idaho; (vi) Kansas; (vii) Montana; (viii) Nebraska; (ix) Nevada; (x) New Mexico; (xi) North Dakota; (xii) Oklahoma; (xiii) Oregon; (xiv) South Dakota; (xv) Texas; (xvi) Utah; (xvii) Washington; and (xviii) Wyoming. (7) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior. 3. FEDERAL LAND AND AQUATIC RESOURCE ACTIVITIES ASSISTANCE. (a) Authority of Bureau of Land Management and National Park Service With Respect to Certain Aquatic Resource Activities on Federal Land and Water.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary may inspect and decontaminate watercraft entering and leaving Federal land and water located within a river basin that contains a Bureau of Reclamation water project. (2) Requirements.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Bureau of Land Management and the Director of the National Park Service, shall-- (A) in carrying out an inspection under paragraph (1), coordinate with 1 or more partners; (B) consult with the Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force to identify potential improvements in the detection and management of invasive species on Federal land and water; and (C) to the maximum extent practicable, inspect watercraft in a manner that minimizes disruptions to public access for boating and recreation in noncontaminated watercraft. (3) Partnerships.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Bureau of Land Management and the Director of the National Park Service, may enter into a partnership to provide technical assistance to a partner-- (A) to carry out an inspection or decontamination of watercraft; or (B) to establish an inspection and decontamination station for watercraft. (b) Grant Program for Reclamation States for Watercraft Inspection and Decontamination Stations.-- (1) Watercraft inspection in reclamation states.--Subject to the availability of appropriations, the Secretary, acting through the Commissioner of Reclamation, shall establish a competitive grant program to provide grants to partners to conduct inspections and decontamination of watercraft in reservoirs operated and maintained by the Secretary, including to purchase, establish, operate, or maintain a watercraft inspection and decontamination station. (2) Cost share.--The Federal share of the cost of a grant under paragraph (1), including personnel costs, shall not exceed 75 percent. (3) Standards.--Before awarding a grant under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall determine that the project is technically and financially feasible. (4) Coordination.--In carrying out this subsection, the Secretary shall coordinate with-- (A) each of the Reclamation States; (B) affected Indian Tribes; and (C) the Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force. (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $25,000,000 for fiscal year 2023 and each fiscal year thereafter. SEC. 4. (a) Purposes.--Section 1002(b) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4701(b)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (2)-- (A) by inserting a comma after ``funded''; (B) by inserting a comma after ``prevention''; and (C) by inserting a comma after ``dissemination''; and (2) in paragraph (3), by inserting a comma after ``monitor''. 4702) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (7), by striking ``Canandian'' and inserting ``Canadian''; (2) by redesignating paragraphs (13) through (17) as paragraphs (14) through (18), respectively; and (3) by inserting after paragraph (12) the following: ``(13) `State' means-- ``(A) a State; ``(B) the District of Columbia; ``(C) American Samoa; ``(D) Guam; ``(E) the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico; ``(F) the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands; and ``(G) the United States Virgin Islands;''. 4723(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)(F), by inserting ``and'' after ``research,''; and (2) in paragraph (3), by striking ``encourage'' and inserting ``encouraged''. 4724(b)(4)) is amended, in the paragraph heading, by striking ``Adminisrative'' and inserting ``Administrative''. 4741(a)(2)) is amended by striking ``1102(a)(2'' and inserting ``1102(a)(2)''.

To authorize the Director of the Bureau of Land Management and the Director of the National Park Service to carry out activities to control the movement of aquatic invasive species into, across, and out of Federal land and waters, to provide for financial assistance from the Commissioner of Reclamation to Reclamation States for watercraft inspection and decontamination stations, to amend the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 to make certain technical corrections, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Stop the Spread of Invasive Mussels Act of 2022''. 2. DEFINITIONS. 4721(a)). (2) Federal land and water.--The term ``Federal land and water'' means Federal land and water operated and maintained by the Bureau of Land Management or the National Park Service, as applicable. (3) Indian tribe.--The term ``Indian Tribe'' has the meaning given the term in section 4 of the Indian Self- Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 5304). (4) Inspection.--The term ``inspection'' means an inspection to prevent and respond to biological invasions of an aquatic ecosystem. (5) Partner.--The term ``partner'' means-- (A) a Reclamation State; (B) an Indian Tribe in a Reclamation State; (C) an applicable nonprofit organization in a Reclamation State; or (D) a unit of local government in a Reclamation State. (6) Reclamation state.-- (A) In general.--The term ``Reclamation State'' means any State in which a Bureau of Reclamation reservoir is located. (B) Inclusions.--The term ``Reclamation State'' includes any of the States of-- (i) Alaska; (ii) Arizona; (iii) California; (iv) Colorado; (v) Idaho; (vi) Kansas; (vii) Montana; (viii) Nebraska; (ix) Nevada; (x) New Mexico; (xi) North Dakota; (xii) Oklahoma; (xiii) Oregon; (xiv) South Dakota; (xv) Texas; (xvi) Utah; (xvii) Washington; and (xviii) Wyoming. (7) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior. 3. FEDERAL LAND AND AQUATIC RESOURCE ACTIVITIES ASSISTANCE. (a) Authority of Bureau of Land Management and National Park Service With Respect to Certain Aquatic Resource Activities on Federal Land and Water.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary may inspect and decontaminate watercraft entering and leaving Federal land and water located within a river basin that contains a Bureau of Reclamation water project. (2) Requirements.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Bureau of Land Management and the Director of the National Park Service, shall-- (A) in carrying out an inspection under paragraph (1), coordinate with 1 or more partners; (B) consult with the Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force to identify potential improvements in the detection and management of invasive species on Federal land and water; and (C) to the maximum extent practicable, inspect watercraft in a manner that minimizes disruptions to public access for boating and recreation in noncontaminated watercraft. (3) Partnerships.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Bureau of Land Management and the Director of the National Park Service, may enter into a partnership to provide technical assistance to a partner-- (A) to carry out an inspection or decontamination of watercraft; or (B) to establish an inspection and decontamination station for watercraft. (b) Grant Program for Reclamation States for Watercraft Inspection and Decontamination Stations.-- (1) Watercraft inspection in reclamation states.--Subject to the availability of appropriations, the Secretary, acting through the Commissioner of Reclamation, shall establish a competitive grant program to provide grants to partners to conduct inspections and decontamination of watercraft in reservoirs operated and maintained by the Secretary, including to purchase, establish, operate, or maintain a watercraft inspection and decontamination station. (2) Cost share.--The Federal share of the cost of a grant under paragraph (1), including personnel costs, shall not exceed 75 percent. (3) Standards.--Before awarding a grant under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall determine that the project is technically and financially feasible. (4) Coordination.--In carrying out this subsection, the Secretary shall coordinate with-- (A) each of the Reclamation States; (B) affected Indian Tribes; and (C) the Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force. (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $25,000,000 for fiscal year 2023 and each fiscal year thereafter. SEC. 4. TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS TO THE NONINDIGENOUS AQUATIC NUISANCE PREVENTION AND CONTROL ACT OF 1990. (a) Purposes.--Section 1002(b) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4701(b)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (2)-- (A) by inserting a comma after ``funded''; (B) by inserting a comma after ``prevention''; and (C) by inserting a comma after ``dissemination''; and (2) in paragraph (3), by inserting a comma after ``monitor''. 4702) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (7), by striking ``Canandian'' and inserting ``Canadian''; (2) by redesignating paragraphs (13) through (17) as paragraphs (14) through (18), respectively; and (3) by inserting after paragraph (12) the following: ``(13) `State' means-- ``(A) a State; ``(B) the District of Columbia; ``(C) American Samoa; ``(D) Guam; ``(E) the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico; ``(F) the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands; and ``(G) the United States Virgin Islands;''. (c) Great Lakes Panel.--Section 1203(a) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4723(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)(F), by inserting ``and'' after ``research,''; and (2) in paragraph (3), by striking ``encourage'' and inserting ``encouraged''. 4724(b)(4)) is amended, in the paragraph heading, by striking ``Adminisrative'' and inserting ``Administrative''. (e) Brown Tree Snake Control Program.--Section 1209 of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4728) is amended by striking ``subsection (a)'' and inserting ``section 1202(a)''. (f) Prevention of Unintentional Introductions.--Section 1301(a)(2) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4741(a)(2)) is amended by striking ``1102(a)(2'' and inserting ``1102(a)(2)''.

To authorize the Director of the Bureau of Land Management and the Director of the National Park Service to carry out activities to control the movement of aquatic invasive species into, across, and out of Federal land and waters, to provide for financial assistance from the Commissioner of Reclamation to Reclamation States for watercraft inspection and decontamination stations, to amend the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 to make certain technical corrections, and for other purposes. In this Act: (1) Aquatic nuisance species task force.--The term ``Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force'' means the Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force established by section 1201(a) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4721(a)). ( (5) Partner.--The term ``partner'' means-- (A) a Reclamation State; (B) an Indian Tribe in a Reclamation State; (C) an applicable nonprofit organization in a Reclamation State; or (D) a unit of local government in a Reclamation State. ( 6) Reclamation state.-- (A) In general.--The term ``Reclamation State'' means any State in which a Bureau of Reclamation reservoir is located. ( (2) Requirements.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Bureau of Land Management and the Director of the National Park Service, shall-- (A) in carrying out an inspection under paragraph (1), coordinate with 1 or more partners; (B) consult with the Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force to identify potential improvements in the detection and management of invasive species on Federal land and water; and (C) to the maximum extent practicable, inspect watercraft in a manner that minimizes disruptions to public access for boating and recreation in noncontaminated watercraft. ( b) Grant Program for Reclamation States for Watercraft Inspection and Decontamination Stations.-- (1) Watercraft inspection in reclamation states.--Subject to the availability of appropriations, the Secretary, acting through the Commissioner of Reclamation, shall establish a competitive grant program to provide grants to partners to conduct inspections and decontamination of watercraft in reservoirs operated and maintained by the Secretary, including to purchase, establish, operate, or maintain a watercraft inspection and decontamination station. ( (3) Standards.--Before awarding a grant under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall determine that the project is technically and financially feasible. ( a) Purposes.--Section 1002(b) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4701(b)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (2)-- (A) by inserting a comma after ``funded''; (B) by inserting a comma after ``prevention''; and (C) by inserting a comma after ``dissemination''; and (2) in paragraph (3), by inserting a comma after ``monitor''. ( (c) Great Lakes Panel.--Section 1203(a) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4723(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)(F), by inserting ``and'' after ``research,''; and (2) in paragraph (3), by striking ``encourage'' and inserting ``encouraged''. ( f) Prevention of Unintentional Introductions.--Section 1301(a)(2) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4741(a)(2)) is amended by striking ``1102(a)(2'' and inserting ``1102(a)(2)''.

To authorize the Director of the Bureau of Land Management and the Director of the National Park Service to carry out activities to control the movement of aquatic invasive species into, across, and out of Federal land and waters, to provide for financial assistance from the Commissioner of Reclamation to Reclamation States for watercraft inspection and decontamination stations, to amend the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 to make certain technical corrections, and for other purposes. 3) Indian tribe.--The term ``Indian Tribe'' has the meaning given the term in section 4 of the Indian Self- Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 5304). ( 5) Partner.--The term ``partner'' means-- (A) a Reclamation State; (B) an Indian Tribe in a Reclamation State; (C) an applicable nonprofit organization in a Reclamation State; or (D) a unit of local government in a Reclamation State. ( FEDERAL LAND AND AQUATIC RESOURCE ACTIVITIES ASSISTANCE. ( 2) Requirements.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Bureau of Land Management and the Director of the National Park Service, shall-- (A) in carrying out an inspection under paragraph (1), coordinate with 1 or more partners; (B) consult with the Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force to identify potential improvements in the detection and management of invasive species on Federal land and water; and (C) to the maximum extent practicable, inspect watercraft in a manner that minimizes disruptions to public access for boating and recreation in noncontaminated watercraft. ( (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $25,000,000 for fiscal year 2023 and each fiscal year thereafter. d) Administrative Costs.--Section 1204(b)(4) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4724(b)(4)) is amended, in the paragraph heading, by striking ``Adminisrative'' and inserting ``Administrative''. (

To authorize the Director of the Bureau of Land Management and the Director of the National Park Service to carry out activities to control the movement of aquatic invasive species into, across, and out of Federal land and waters, to provide for financial assistance from the Commissioner of Reclamation to Reclamation States for watercraft inspection and decontamination stations, to amend the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 to make certain technical corrections, and for other purposes. 3) Indian tribe.--The term ``Indian Tribe'' has the meaning given the term in section 4 of the Indian Self- Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 5304). ( 5) Partner.--The term ``partner'' means-- (A) a Reclamation State; (B) an Indian Tribe in a Reclamation State; (C) an applicable nonprofit organization in a Reclamation State; or (D) a unit of local government in a Reclamation State. ( FEDERAL LAND AND AQUATIC RESOURCE ACTIVITIES ASSISTANCE. ( 2) Requirements.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Bureau of Land Management and the Director of the National Park Service, shall-- (A) in carrying out an inspection under paragraph (1), coordinate with 1 or more partners; (B) consult with the Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force to identify potential improvements in the detection and management of invasive species on Federal land and water; and (C) to the maximum extent practicable, inspect watercraft in a manner that minimizes disruptions to public access for boating and recreation in noncontaminated watercraft. ( (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $25,000,000 for fiscal year 2023 and each fiscal year thereafter. d) Administrative Costs.--Section 1204(b)(4) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4724(b)(4)) is amended, in the paragraph heading, by striking ``Adminisrative'' and inserting ``Administrative''. (

To authorize the Director of the Bureau of Land Management and the Director of the National Park Service to carry out activities to control the movement of aquatic invasive species into, across, and out of Federal land and waters, to provide for financial assistance from the Commissioner of Reclamation to Reclamation States for watercraft inspection and decontamination stations, to amend the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 to make certain technical corrections, and for other purposes. In this Act: (1) Aquatic nuisance species task force.--The term ``Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force'' means the Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force established by section 1201(a) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4721(a)). ( (5) Partner.--The term ``partner'' means-- (A) a Reclamation State; (B) an Indian Tribe in a Reclamation State; (C) an applicable nonprofit organization in a Reclamation State; or (D) a unit of local government in a Reclamation State. ( 6) Reclamation state.-- (A) In general.--The term ``Reclamation State'' means any State in which a Bureau of Reclamation reservoir is located. ( (2) Requirements.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Bureau of Land Management and the Director of the National Park Service, shall-- (A) in carrying out an inspection under paragraph (1), coordinate with 1 or more partners; (B) consult with the Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force to identify potential improvements in the detection and management of invasive species on Federal land and water; and (C) to the maximum extent practicable, inspect watercraft in a manner that minimizes disruptions to public access for boating and recreation in noncontaminated watercraft. ( b) Grant Program for Reclamation States for Watercraft Inspection and Decontamination Stations.-- (1) Watercraft inspection in reclamation states.--Subject to the availability of appropriations, the Secretary, acting through the Commissioner of Reclamation, shall establish a competitive grant program to provide grants to partners to conduct inspections and decontamination of watercraft in reservoirs operated and maintained by the Secretary, including to purchase, establish, operate, or maintain a watercraft inspection and decontamination station. ( (3) Standards.--Before awarding a grant under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall determine that the project is technically and financially feasible. ( a) Purposes.--Section 1002(b) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4701(b)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (2)-- (A) by inserting a comma after ``funded''; (B) by inserting a comma after ``prevention''; and (C) by inserting a comma after ``dissemination''; and (2) in paragraph (3), by inserting a comma after ``monitor''. ( (c) Great Lakes Panel.--Section 1203(a) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4723(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)(F), by inserting ``and'' after ``research,''; and (2) in paragraph (3), by striking ``encourage'' and inserting ``encouraged''. ( f) Prevention of Unintentional Introductions.--Section 1301(a)(2) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4741(a)(2)) is amended by striking ``1102(a)(2'' and inserting ``1102(a)(2)''.

To authorize the Director of the Bureau of Land Management and the Director of the National Park Service to carry out activities to control the movement of aquatic invasive species into, across, and out of Federal land and waters, to provide for financial assistance from the Commissioner of Reclamation to Reclamation States for watercraft inspection and decontamination stations, to amend the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 to make certain technical corrections, and for other purposes. 3) Indian tribe.--The term ``Indian Tribe'' has the meaning given the term in section 4 of the Indian Self- Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 5304). ( 5) Partner.--The term ``partner'' means-- (A) a Reclamation State; (B) an Indian Tribe in a Reclamation State; (C) an applicable nonprofit organization in a Reclamation State; or (D) a unit of local government in a Reclamation State. ( FEDERAL LAND AND AQUATIC RESOURCE ACTIVITIES ASSISTANCE. ( 2) Requirements.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Bureau of Land Management and the Director of the National Park Service, shall-- (A) in carrying out an inspection under paragraph (1), coordinate with 1 or more partners; (B) consult with the Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force to identify potential improvements in the detection and management of invasive species on Federal land and water; and (C) to the maximum extent practicable, inspect watercraft in a manner that minimizes disruptions to public access for boating and recreation in noncontaminated watercraft. ( (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $25,000,000 for fiscal year 2023 and each fiscal year thereafter. d) Administrative Costs.--Section 1204(b)(4) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4724(b)(4)) is amended, in the paragraph heading, by striking ``Adminisrative'' and inserting ``Administrative''. (

To authorize the Director of the Bureau of Land Management and the Director of the National Park Service to carry out activities to control the movement of aquatic invasive species into, across, and out of Federal land and waters, to provide for financial assistance from the Commissioner of Reclamation to Reclamation States for watercraft inspection and decontamination stations, to amend the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 to make certain technical corrections, and for other purposes. In this Act: (1) Aquatic nuisance species task force.--The term ``Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force'' means the Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force established by section 1201(a) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4721(a)). ( (5) Partner.--The term ``partner'' means-- (A) a Reclamation State; (B) an Indian Tribe in a Reclamation State; (C) an applicable nonprofit organization in a Reclamation State; or (D) a unit of local government in a Reclamation State. ( 6) Reclamation state.-- (A) In general.--The term ``Reclamation State'' means any State in which a Bureau of Reclamation reservoir is located. ( (2) Requirements.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Bureau of Land Management and the Director of the National Park Service, shall-- (A) in carrying out an inspection under paragraph (1), coordinate with 1 or more partners; (B) consult with the Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force to identify potential improvements in the detection and management of invasive species on Federal land and water; and (C) to the maximum extent practicable, inspect watercraft in a manner that minimizes disruptions to public access for boating and recreation in noncontaminated watercraft. ( b) Grant Program for Reclamation States for Watercraft Inspection and Decontamination Stations.-- (1) Watercraft inspection in reclamation states.--Subject to the availability of appropriations, the Secretary, acting through the Commissioner of Reclamation, shall establish a competitive grant program to provide grants to partners to conduct inspections and decontamination of watercraft in reservoirs operated and maintained by the Secretary, including to purchase, establish, operate, or maintain a watercraft inspection and decontamination station. ( (3) Standards.--Before awarding a grant under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall determine that the project is technically and financially feasible. ( a) Purposes.--Section 1002(b) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4701(b)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (2)-- (A) by inserting a comma after ``funded''; (B) by inserting a comma after ``prevention''; and (C) by inserting a comma after ``dissemination''; and (2) in paragraph (3), by inserting a comma after ``monitor''. ( (c) Great Lakes Panel.--Section 1203(a) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4723(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)(F), by inserting ``and'' after ``research,''; and (2) in paragraph (3), by striking ``encourage'' and inserting ``encouraged''. ( f) Prevention of Unintentional Introductions.--Section 1301(a)(2) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4741(a)(2)) is amended by striking ``1102(a)(2'' and inserting ``1102(a)(2)''.

To authorize the Director of the Bureau of Land Management and the Director of the National Park Service to carry out activities to control the movement of aquatic invasive species into, across, and out of Federal land and waters, to provide for financial assistance from the Commissioner of Reclamation to Reclamation States for watercraft inspection and decontamination stations, to amend the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 to make certain technical corrections, and for other purposes. 3) Indian tribe.--The term ``Indian Tribe'' has the meaning given the term in section 4 of the Indian Self- Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 5304). ( 5) Partner.--The term ``partner'' means-- (A) a Reclamation State; (B) an Indian Tribe in a Reclamation State; (C) an applicable nonprofit organization in a Reclamation State; or (D) a unit of local government in a Reclamation State. ( FEDERAL LAND AND AQUATIC RESOURCE ACTIVITIES ASSISTANCE. ( 2) Requirements.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Bureau of Land Management and the Director of the National Park Service, shall-- (A) in carrying out an inspection under paragraph (1), coordinate with 1 or more partners; (B) consult with the Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force to identify potential improvements in the detection and management of invasive species on Federal land and water; and (C) to the maximum extent practicable, inspect watercraft in a manner that minimizes disruptions to public access for boating and recreation in noncontaminated watercraft. ( (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $25,000,000 for fiscal year 2023 and each fiscal year thereafter. d) Administrative Costs.--Section 1204(b)(4) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4724(b)(4)) is amended, in the paragraph heading, by striking ``Adminisrative'' and inserting ``Administrative''. (

To authorize the Director of the Bureau of Land Management and the Director of the National Park Service to carry out activities to control the movement of aquatic invasive species into, across, and out of Federal land and waters, to provide for financial assistance from the Commissioner of Reclamation to Reclamation States for watercraft inspection and decontamination stations, to amend the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 to make certain technical corrections, and for other purposes. 5) Partner.--The term ``partner'' means-- (A) a Reclamation State; (B) an Indian Tribe in a Reclamation State; (C) an applicable nonprofit organization in a Reclamation State; or (D) a unit of local government in a Reclamation State. ( ( (2) Requirements.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Bureau of Land Management and the Director of the National Park Service, shall-- (A) in carrying out an inspection under paragraph (1), coordinate with 1 or more partners; (B) consult with the Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force to identify potential improvements in the detection and management of invasive species on Federal land and water; and (C) to the maximum extent practicable, inspect watercraft in a manner that minimizes disruptions to public access for boating and recreation in noncontaminated watercraft. ( b) Grant Program for Reclamation States for Watercraft Inspection and Decontamination Stations.-- (1) Watercraft inspection in reclamation states.--Subject to the availability of appropriations, the Secretary, acting through the Commissioner of Reclamation, shall establish a competitive grant program to provide grants to partners to conduct inspections and decontamination of watercraft in reservoirs operated and maintained by the Secretary, including to purchase, establish, operate, or maintain a watercraft inspection and decontamination station. ( ( ( (c) Great Lakes Panel.--Section 1203(a) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4723(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)(F), by inserting ``and'' after ``research,''; and (2) in paragraph (3), by striking ``encourage'' and inserting ``encouraged''. ( f) Prevention of Unintentional Introductions.--Section 1301(a)(2) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4741(a)(2)) is amended by striking ``1102(a)(2'' and inserting ``1102(a)(2)''.

To authorize the Director of the Bureau of Land Management and the Director of the National Park Service to carry out activities to control the movement of aquatic invasive species into, across, and out of Federal land and waters, to provide for financial assistance from the Commissioner of Reclamation to Reclamation States for watercraft inspection and decontamination stations, to amend the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 to make certain technical corrections, and for other purposes. 3) Indian tribe.--The term ``Indian Tribe'' has the meaning given the term in section 4 of the Indian Self- Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 5304). ( 5) Partner.--The term ``partner'' means-- (A) a Reclamation State; (B) an Indian Tribe in a Reclamation State; (C) an applicable nonprofit organization in a Reclamation State; or (D) a unit of local government in a Reclamation State. ( FEDERAL LAND AND AQUATIC RESOURCE ACTIVITIES ASSISTANCE. ( 2) Requirements.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Bureau of Land Management and the Director of the National Park Service, shall-- (A) in carrying out an inspection under paragraph (1), coordinate with 1 or more partners; (B) consult with the Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force to identify potential improvements in the detection and management of invasive species on Federal land and water; and (C) to the maximum extent practicable, inspect watercraft in a manner that minimizes disruptions to public access for boating and recreation in noncontaminated watercraft. ( (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $25,000,000 for fiscal year 2023 and each fiscal year thereafter. d) Administrative Costs.--Section 1204(b)(4) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4724(b)(4)) is amended, in the paragraph heading, by striking ``Adminisrative'' and inserting ``Administrative''. (

To authorize the Director of the Bureau of Land Management and the Director of the National Park Service to carry out activities to control the movement of aquatic invasive species into, across, and out of Federal land and waters, to provide for financial assistance from the Commissioner of Reclamation to Reclamation States for watercraft inspection and decontamination stations, to amend the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 to make certain technical corrections, and for other purposes. 5) Partner.--The term ``partner'' means-- (A) a Reclamation State; (B) an Indian Tribe in a Reclamation State; (C) an applicable nonprofit organization in a Reclamation State; or (D) a unit of local government in a Reclamation State. ( ( (2) Requirements.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Bureau of Land Management and the Director of the National Park Service, shall-- (A) in carrying out an inspection under paragraph (1), coordinate with 1 or more partners; (B) consult with the Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force to identify potential improvements in the detection and management of invasive species on Federal land and water; and (C) to the maximum extent practicable, inspect watercraft in a manner that minimizes disruptions to public access for boating and recreation in noncontaminated watercraft. ( b) Grant Program for Reclamation States for Watercraft Inspection and Decontamination Stations.-- (1) Watercraft inspection in reclamation states.--Subject to the availability of appropriations, the Secretary, acting through the Commissioner of Reclamation, shall establish a competitive grant program to provide grants to partners to conduct inspections and decontamination of watercraft in reservoirs operated and maintained by the Secretary, including to purchase, establish, operate, or maintain a watercraft inspection and decontamination station. ( ( ( (c) Great Lakes Panel.--Section 1203(a) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4723(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)(F), by inserting ``and'' after ``research,''; and (2) in paragraph (3), by striking ``encourage'' and inserting ``encouraged''. ( f) Prevention of Unintentional Introductions.--Section 1301(a)(2) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4741(a)(2)) is amended by striking ``1102(a)(2'' and inserting ``1102(a)(2)''.

H.R.9078

Environmental Protection

Permit Reform In Mining for Energy and Defense Act or the PRIMED Act This bill makes certain mineral production projects and certain actions taken by the Department of Defense eligible for an expedited environmental review by including those projects within the scope of covered projects under the Fixing America's Surface Transportation (FAST) Act.

To require that certain actions taken by the Secretary of Defense be treated as an eligible transportation project, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Permit Reform In Mining for Energy and Defense Act'' or the ``PRIMED Act''. SEC. 2. TREATMENT OF ACTIONS UNDER PRESIDENTIAL DETERMINATION 2022-11 FOR FEDERAL PERMITTING IMPROVEMENT PURPOSES. (a) In General.--Except as provided by subsection (c), an action described in subsection (b) shall be-- (1) treated as a covered project, as defined in section 41001(6) of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m(6)), without regard to the requirements of that section; and (2) included in the Permitting Dashboard maintained pursuant to section 41003(b) of that Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m- 2(b)). (b) Actions Described.--An action described in this subsection is an action taken by the Secretary of Defense pursuant to Presidential Determination 2022-11 (87 Fed. Reg. 19775; relating to certain actions under section 303 of the Defense Production Act of 1950) to create, maintain, protect, expand, or restore sustainable and responsible domestic production capabilities for strategic and critical materials through-- (1) supporting feasibility studies for mature mining, beneficiation, and value-added processing projects; (2) by-product and co-product production at existing mining, mine waste reclamation, and other industrial facilities; (3) modernization of mining, beneficiation, and value-added processing to increase productivity, environmental sustainability, and workforce safety; or (4) any other activity authorized under section 303(a)(1) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4533(a)(1)). (c) Exception.--An action described in subsection (b) may not be treated as a covered project or be included in the Permitting Dashboard under subsection (a) if the project sponsor (as defined in section 41001(18) of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m(18))) requests that the action not be treated as a covered project. <all>

PRIMED Act

To require that certain actions taken by the Secretary of Defense be treated as an eligible transportation project, and for other purposes.

PRIMED Act Permit Reform In Mining for Energy and Defense Act

Rep. Slotkin, Elissa

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MI

This bill makes certain mineral production projects and certain actions taken by the Department of Defense eligible for an expedited environmental review by including those projects within the scope of covered projects under the Fixing America's Surface Transportation (FAST) Act.

To require that certain actions taken by the Secretary of Defense be treated as an eligible transportation project, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Permit Reform In Mining for Energy and Defense Act'' or the ``PRIMED Act''. SEC. 2. TREATMENT OF ACTIONS UNDER PRESIDENTIAL DETERMINATION 2022-11 FOR FEDERAL PERMITTING IMPROVEMENT PURPOSES. (a) In General.--Except as provided by subsection (c), an action described in subsection (b) shall be-- (1) treated as a covered project, as defined in section 41001(6) of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m(6)), without regard to the requirements of that section; and (2) included in the Permitting Dashboard maintained pursuant to section 41003(b) of that Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m- 2(b)). (b) Actions Described.--An action described in this subsection is an action taken by the Secretary of Defense pursuant to Presidential Determination 2022-11 (87 Fed. Reg. 19775; relating to certain actions under section 303 of the Defense Production Act of 1950) to create, maintain, protect, expand, or restore sustainable and responsible domestic production capabilities for strategic and critical materials through-- (1) supporting feasibility studies for mature mining, beneficiation, and value-added processing projects; (2) by-product and co-product production at existing mining, mine waste reclamation, and other industrial facilities; (3) modernization of mining, beneficiation, and value-added processing to increase productivity, environmental sustainability, and workforce safety; or (4) any other activity authorized under section 303(a)(1) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4533(a)(1)). (c) Exception.--An action described in subsection (b) may not be treated as a covered project or be included in the Permitting Dashboard under subsection (a) if the project sponsor (as defined in section 41001(18) of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m(18))) requests that the action not be treated as a covered project. <all>

To require that certain actions taken by the Secretary of Defense be treated as an eligible transportation project, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Permit Reform In Mining for Energy and Defense Act'' or the ``PRIMED Act''. SEC. 2. TREATMENT OF ACTIONS UNDER PRESIDENTIAL DETERMINATION 2022-11 FOR FEDERAL PERMITTING IMPROVEMENT PURPOSES. (a) In General.--Except as provided by subsection (c), an action described in subsection (b) shall be-- (1) treated as a covered project, as defined in section 41001(6) of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m(6)), without regard to the requirements of that section; and (2) included in the Permitting Dashboard maintained pursuant to section 41003(b) of that Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m- 2(b)). (b) Actions Described.--An action described in this subsection is an action taken by the Secretary of Defense pursuant to Presidential Determination 2022-11 (87 Fed. Reg. 19775; relating to certain actions under section 303 of the Defense Production Act of 1950) to create, maintain, protect, expand, or restore sustainable and responsible domestic production capabilities for strategic and critical materials through-- (1) supporting feasibility studies for mature mining, beneficiation, and value-added processing projects; (2) by-product and co-product production at existing mining, mine waste reclamation, and other industrial facilities; (3) modernization of mining, beneficiation, and value-added processing to increase productivity, environmental sustainability, and workforce safety; or (4) any other activity authorized under section 303(a)(1) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4533(a)(1)). (c) Exception.--An action described in subsection (b) may not be treated as a covered project or be included in the Permitting Dashboard under subsection (a) if the project sponsor (as defined in section 41001(18) of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m(18))) requests that the action not be treated as a covered project. <all>

To require that certain actions taken by the Secretary of Defense be treated as an eligible transportation project, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Permit Reform In Mining for Energy and Defense Act'' or the ``PRIMED Act''. SEC. 2. TREATMENT OF ACTIONS UNDER PRESIDENTIAL DETERMINATION 2022-11 FOR FEDERAL PERMITTING IMPROVEMENT PURPOSES. (a) In General.--Except as provided by subsection (c), an action described in subsection (b) shall be-- (1) treated as a covered project, as defined in section 41001(6) of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m(6)), without regard to the requirements of that section; and (2) included in the Permitting Dashboard maintained pursuant to section 41003(b) of that Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m- 2(b)). (b) Actions Described.--An action described in this subsection is an action taken by the Secretary of Defense pursuant to Presidential Determination 2022-11 (87 Fed. Reg. 19775; relating to certain actions under section 303 of the Defense Production Act of 1950) to create, maintain, protect, expand, or restore sustainable and responsible domestic production capabilities for strategic and critical materials through-- (1) supporting feasibility studies for mature mining, beneficiation, and value-added processing projects; (2) by-product and co-product production at existing mining, mine waste reclamation, and other industrial facilities; (3) modernization of mining, beneficiation, and value-added processing to increase productivity, environmental sustainability, and workforce safety; or (4) any other activity authorized under section 303(a)(1) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4533(a)(1)). (c) Exception.--An action described in subsection (b) may not be treated as a covered project or be included in the Permitting Dashboard under subsection (a) if the project sponsor (as defined in section 41001(18) of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m(18))) requests that the action not be treated as a covered project. <all>

To require that certain actions taken by the Secretary of Defense be treated as an eligible transportation project, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Permit Reform In Mining for Energy and Defense Act'' or the ``PRIMED Act''. SEC. 2. TREATMENT OF ACTIONS UNDER PRESIDENTIAL DETERMINATION 2022-11 FOR FEDERAL PERMITTING IMPROVEMENT PURPOSES. (a) In General.--Except as provided by subsection (c), an action described in subsection (b) shall be-- (1) treated as a covered project, as defined in section 41001(6) of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m(6)), without regard to the requirements of that section; and (2) included in the Permitting Dashboard maintained pursuant to section 41003(b) of that Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m- 2(b)). (b) Actions Described.--An action described in this subsection is an action taken by the Secretary of Defense pursuant to Presidential Determination 2022-11 (87 Fed. Reg. 19775; relating to certain actions under section 303 of the Defense Production Act of 1950) to create, maintain, protect, expand, or restore sustainable and responsible domestic production capabilities for strategic and critical materials through-- (1) supporting feasibility studies for mature mining, beneficiation, and value-added processing projects; (2) by-product and co-product production at existing mining, mine waste reclamation, and other industrial facilities; (3) modernization of mining, beneficiation, and value-added processing to increase productivity, environmental sustainability, and workforce safety; or (4) any other activity authorized under section 303(a)(1) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4533(a)(1)). (c) Exception.--An action described in subsection (b) may not be treated as a covered project or be included in the Permitting Dashboard under subsection (a) if the project sponsor (as defined in section 41001(18) of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m(18))) requests that the action not be treated as a covered project. <all>

To require that certain actions taken by the Secretary of Defense be treated as an eligible transportation project, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Except as provided by subsection (c), an action described in subsection (b) shall be-- (1) treated as a covered project, as defined in section 41001(6) of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m(6)), without regard to the requirements of that section; and (2) included in the Permitting Dashboard maintained pursuant to section 41003(b) of that Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m- 2(b)). ( c) Exception.--An action described in subsection (b) may not be treated as a covered project or be included in the Permitting Dashboard under subsection (a) if the project sponsor (as defined in section 41001(18) of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m(18))) requests that the action not be treated as a covered project.

To require that certain actions taken by the Secretary of Defense be treated as an eligible transportation project, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Except as provided by subsection (c), an action described in subsection (b) shall be-- (1) treated as a covered project, as defined in section 41001(6) of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m(6)), without regard to the requirements of that section; and (2) included in the Permitting Dashboard maintained pursuant to section 41003(b) of that Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m- 2(b)). (

To require that certain actions taken by the Secretary of Defense be treated as an eligible transportation project, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Except as provided by subsection (c), an action described in subsection (b) shall be-- (1) treated as a covered project, as defined in section 41001(6) of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m(6)), without regard to the requirements of that section; and (2) included in the Permitting Dashboard maintained pursuant to section 41003(b) of that Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m- 2(b)). (

To require that certain actions taken by the Secretary of Defense be treated as an eligible transportation project, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Except as provided by subsection (c), an action described in subsection (b) shall be-- (1) treated as a covered project, as defined in section 41001(6) of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m(6)), without regard to the requirements of that section; and (2) included in the Permitting Dashboard maintained pursuant to section 41003(b) of that Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m- 2(b)). ( c) Exception.--An action described in subsection (b) may not be treated as a covered project or be included in the Permitting Dashboard under subsection (a) if the project sponsor (as defined in section 41001(18) of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m(18))) requests that the action not be treated as a covered project.

To require that certain actions taken by the Secretary of Defense be treated as an eligible transportation project, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Except as provided by subsection (c), an action described in subsection (b) shall be-- (1) treated as a covered project, as defined in section 41001(6) of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m(6)), without regard to the requirements of that section; and (2) included in the Permitting Dashboard maintained pursuant to section 41003(b) of that Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m- 2(b)). (

To require that certain actions taken by the Secretary of Defense be treated as an eligible transportation project, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Except as provided by subsection (c), an action described in subsection (b) shall be-- (1) treated as a covered project, as defined in section 41001(6) of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m(6)), without regard to the requirements of that section; and (2) included in the Permitting Dashboard maintained pursuant to section 41003(b) of that Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m- 2(b)). ( c) Exception.--An action described in subsection (b) may not be treated as a covered project or be included in the Permitting Dashboard under subsection (a) if the project sponsor (as defined in section 41001(18) of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m(18))) requests that the action not be treated as a covered project.

To require that certain actions taken by the Secretary of Defense be treated as an eligible transportation project, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Except as provided by subsection (c), an action described in subsection (b) shall be-- (1) treated as a covered project, as defined in section 41001(6) of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m(6)), without regard to the requirements of that section; and (2) included in the Permitting Dashboard maintained pursuant to section 41003(b) of that Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m- 2(b)). (

To require that certain actions taken by the Secretary of Defense be treated as an eligible transportation project, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Except as provided by subsection (c), an action described in subsection (b) shall be-- (1) treated as a covered project, as defined in section 41001(6) of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m(6)), without regard to the requirements of that section; and (2) included in the Permitting Dashboard maintained pursuant to section 41003(b) of that Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m- 2(b)). ( c) Exception.--An action described in subsection (b) may not be treated as a covered project or be included in the Permitting Dashboard under subsection (a) if the project sponsor (as defined in section 41001(18) of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m(18))) requests that the action not be treated as a covered project.

To require that certain actions taken by the Secretary of Defense be treated as an eligible transportation project, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Except as provided by subsection (c), an action described in subsection (b) shall be-- (1) treated as a covered project, as defined in section 41001(6) of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m(6)), without regard to the requirements of that section; and (2) included in the Permitting Dashboard maintained pursuant to section 41003(b) of that Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m- 2(b)). (

To require that certain actions taken by the Secretary of Defense be treated as an eligible transportation project, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Except as provided by subsection (c), an action described in subsection (b) shall be-- (1) treated as a covered project, as defined in section 41001(6) of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m(6)), without regard to the requirements of that section; and (2) included in the Permitting Dashboard maintained pursuant to section 41003(b) of that Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m- 2(b)). ( c) Exception.--An action described in subsection (b) may not be treated as a covered project or be included in the Permitting Dashboard under subsection (a) if the project sponsor (as defined in section 41001(18) of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m(18))) requests that the action not be treated as a covered project.

S.4563

Armed Forces and National Security

Building More Housing for Servicemembers Act This bill addresses the availability and quality of housing for members of the Armed Forces. First, the bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to report to Congress on the housing shortage for members of the Armed Forces. DOD must prescribe guidance for eligible entities and landlords regarding acceptable housing standards for privatized military housing. Under the bill, an eligible entity is any private person, corporation, firm, partnership, company, or state or local government that is prepared to enter into a contract for the construction of housing units and ancillary supporting facilities. DOD must establish a five-year pilot program to assess the feasibility of using the rental partnership programs of the Armed Forces to assure tenants for eligible entities to secure financing to construct privatized military housing. Additionally, DOD must coordinate with the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to develop a five-year pilot program to provide financial incentives to eligible entities to build privatized military housing, or to purchase or lease existing facilities, to house members of the Armed Forces and their dependents and low-income individuals and families. Finally, DOD and HUD may jointly operate a grant program through the Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation within DOD to build housing for members of the Armed Forces and their dependents, and low-income individuals and families. Household income limits for eligible entities to receive a grant must not differ based on whether a household includes a member of the Armed Forces.

To direct the Secretary of Defense and Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to take certain actions regarding the housing shortage for members of the Armed Forces. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Building More Housing for Servicemembers Act''. SEC. 2. RESPONSES TO THE HOUSING SHORTAGE FOR MEMBERS OF THE ARMED FORCES. (a) Report on Housing Shortage for Members of the Armed Forces.-- (1) In general.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the Committee on Armed Services of the Senate and the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives a report on the housing shortage for members of the Armed Forces. (2) Elements.--The report required under subsection (a) shall include the following elements: (A) The determination of the Secretary regarding the feasibility of acquiring real property near military installations that face housing shortages to be used for the development of privatized housing. (B) The determination of the Secretary regarding the need for an officer or civilian employee of the Department of Defense to serve, at each military installation, as a housing manager. (b) Guidance to Landlords of Privatized Housing.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall prescribe guidance for eligible entities and landlords regarding acceptable housing standards for privatized housing. (c) Pilot and Grant Programs.-- (1) Pilot program on using rental partnership programs of the armed forces to assure tenants for developers of privatized housing.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall establish a pilot program to assess the feasibility of using the rental partnership programs of the Armed Forces to assure tenants for eligible entities to secure financing to construct privatized housing. (B) Locations.--The Secretary shall operate the pilot program under subparagraph (A) in not more than 10 military housing areas that each have a rental vacancy rate of less than seven percent. (C) Term.--The pilot program under subparagraph (A) shall terminate on the date that is five years after the Secretary establishes the pilot program. (D) Report.--Not later than 90 days after the termination of the pilot program under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report on the results of the pilot program. (2) Joint pilot program on financial incentives for developers of privatized housing.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, shall develop a pilot program to provide financial incentives to eligible entities to build privatized housing or to purchase or lease existing facilities to house members of the Armed Forces and their dependents and to house low-income individuals and families, as determined by the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. (B) Eligible projects.-- (i) In general.--In order to be eligible for an incentive under the pilot program under subparagraph (A), proposed privatized housing shall ensure that a percentage of such housing is reserved for members of the Armed Forces and dependents of such members. (ii) Percentage.--The percentage under clause (i) shall vary proportionately to the value of the incentive provided under subparagraph (A). (C) Locations.--The Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development shall operate the pilot program under subparagraph (A) in areas that have the longest wait times for on-base housing. (D) Priority.--In selecting eligible entities under the pilot program under subparagraph (A), the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development shall give priority to entry-level housing and projects with greater density. (E) Term.--The pilot program under subparagraph (A) shall terminate on the date that is five years after the Secretary of Defense establishes the pilot program. (F) Report.--Not later than 90 days after the termination of the pilot program, the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development shall submit to Congress a report on the results of the pilot program. (3) Joint grant program.-- (A) In general.--The Secretary of Defense and Secretary of Housing and Urban Development may jointly operate a grant program through the Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation of the Department of Defense to build housing for members of the Armed Forces and their dependents and for low-income individuals and families. (B) Treatment of household income limits.-- Household income limits for entities eligible to receive a grant under subparagraph (A) shall not differ based on whether a household includes a member of the Armed Forces. (d) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Eligible entity; landlord.--The terms ``eligible entity'' and ``landlord'' have the meanings given such terms in section 2871 of title 10, United States Code. (2) Privatized housing.--The term ``privatized housing'' means housing under subchapter IV of chapter 169 of such title. <all>

Building More Housing for Servicemembers Act

A bill to direct the Secretary of Defense and Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to take certain actions regarding the housing shortage for members of the Armed Forces.

Building More Housing for Servicemembers Act

Sen. Warnock, Raphael G.

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This bill addresses the availability and quality of housing for members of the Armed Forces. First, the bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to report to Congress on the housing shortage for members of the Armed Forces. DOD must prescribe guidance for eligible entities and landlords regarding acceptable housing standards for privatized military housing. Under the bill, an eligible entity is any private person, corporation, firm, partnership, company, or state or local government that is prepared to enter into a contract for the construction of housing units and ancillary supporting facilities. DOD must establish a five-year pilot program to assess the feasibility of using the rental partnership programs of the Armed Forces to assure tenants for eligible entities to secure financing to construct privatized military housing. Additionally, DOD must coordinate with the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to develop a five-year pilot program to provide financial incentives to eligible entities to build privatized military housing, or to purchase or lease existing facilities, to house members of the Armed Forces and their dependents and low-income individuals and families. Finally, DOD and HUD may jointly operate a grant program through the Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation within DOD to build housing for members of the Armed Forces and their dependents, and low-income individuals and families. Household income limits for eligible entities to receive a grant must not differ based on whether a household includes a member of the Armed Forces.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Building More Housing for Servicemembers Act''. SEC. 2. RESPONSES TO THE HOUSING SHORTAGE FOR MEMBERS OF THE ARMED FORCES. (2) Elements.--The report required under subsection (a) shall include the following elements: (A) The determination of the Secretary regarding the feasibility of acquiring real property near military installations that face housing shortages to be used for the development of privatized housing. (B) The determination of the Secretary regarding the need for an officer or civilian employee of the Department of Defense to serve, at each military installation, as a housing manager. (b) Guidance to Landlords of Privatized Housing.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall prescribe guidance for eligible entities and landlords regarding acceptable housing standards for privatized housing. (c) Pilot and Grant Programs.-- (1) Pilot program on using rental partnership programs of the armed forces to assure tenants for developers of privatized housing.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall establish a pilot program to assess the feasibility of using the rental partnership programs of the Armed Forces to assure tenants for eligible entities to secure financing to construct privatized housing. (B) Locations.--The Secretary shall operate the pilot program under subparagraph (A) in not more than 10 military housing areas that each have a rental vacancy rate of less than seven percent. (ii) Percentage.--The percentage under clause (i) shall vary proportionately to the value of the incentive provided under subparagraph (A). (D) Priority.--In selecting eligible entities under the pilot program under subparagraph (A), the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development shall give priority to entry-level housing and projects with greater density. (E) Term.--The pilot program under subparagraph (A) shall terminate on the date that is five years after the Secretary of Defense establishes the pilot program. (F) Report.--Not later than 90 days after the termination of the pilot program, the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development shall submit to Congress a report on the results of the pilot program. (3) Joint grant program.-- (A) In general.--The Secretary of Defense and Secretary of Housing and Urban Development may jointly operate a grant program through the Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation of the Department of Defense to build housing for members of the Armed Forces and their dependents and for low-income individuals and families. (B) Treatment of household income limits.-- Household income limits for entities eligible to receive a grant under subparagraph (A) shall not differ based on whether a household includes a member of the Armed Forces.

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. RESPONSES TO THE HOUSING SHORTAGE FOR MEMBERS OF THE ARMED FORCES. (2) Elements.--The report required under subsection (a) shall include the following elements: (A) The determination of the Secretary regarding the feasibility of acquiring real property near military installations that face housing shortages to be used for the development of privatized housing. (b) Guidance to Landlords of Privatized Housing.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall prescribe guidance for eligible entities and landlords regarding acceptable housing standards for privatized housing. (B) Locations.--The Secretary shall operate the pilot program under subparagraph (A) in not more than 10 military housing areas that each have a rental vacancy rate of less than seven percent. (ii) Percentage.--The percentage under clause (i) shall vary proportionately to the value of the incentive provided under subparagraph (A). (E) Term.--The pilot program under subparagraph (A) shall terminate on the date that is five years after the Secretary of Defense establishes the pilot program. (F) Report.--Not later than 90 days after the termination of the pilot program, the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development shall submit to Congress a report on the results of the pilot program. (3) Joint grant program.-- (A) In general.--The Secretary of Defense and Secretary of Housing and Urban Development may jointly operate a grant program through the Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation of the Department of Defense to build housing for members of the Armed Forces and their dependents and for low-income individuals and families. (B) Treatment of household income limits.-- Household income limits for entities eligible to receive a grant under subparagraph (A) shall not differ based on whether a household includes a member of the Armed Forces.

To direct the Secretary of Defense and Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to take certain actions regarding the housing shortage for members of the Armed Forces. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Building More Housing for Servicemembers Act''. SEC. 2. RESPONSES TO THE HOUSING SHORTAGE FOR MEMBERS OF THE ARMED FORCES. (a) Report on Housing Shortage for Members of the Armed Forces.-- (1) In general.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the Committee on Armed Services of the Senate and the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives a report on the housing shortage for members of the Armed Forces. (2) Elements.--The report required under subsection (a) shall include the following elements: (A) The determination of the Secretary regarding the feasibility of acquiring real property near military installations that face housing shortages to be used for the development of privatized housing. (B) The determination of the Secretary regarding the need for an officer or civilian employee of the Department of Defense to serve, at each military installation, as a housing manager. (b) Guidance to Landlords of Privatized Housing.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall prescribe guidance for eligible entities and landlords regarding acceptable housing standards for privatized housing. (c) Pilot and Grant Programs.-- (1) Pilot program on using rental partnership programs of the armed forces to assure tenants for developers of privatized housing.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall establish a pilot program to assess the feasibility of using the rental partnership programs of the Armed Forces to assure tenants for eligible entities to secure financing to construct privatized housing. (B) Locations.--The Secretary shall operate the pilot program under subparagraph (A) in not more than 10 military housing areas that each have a rental vacancy rate of less than seven percent. (2) Joint pilot program on financial incentives for developers of privatized housing.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, shall develop a pilot program to provide financial incentives to eligible entities to build privatized housing or to purchase or lease existing facilities to house members of the Armed Forces and their dependents and to house low-income individuals and families, as determined by the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. (ii) Percentage.--The percentage under clause (i) shall vary proportionately to the value of the incentive provided under subparagraph (A). (D) Priority.--In selecting eligible entities under the pilot program under subparagraph (A), the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development shall give priority to entry-level housing and projects with greater density. (E) Term.--The pilot program under subparagraph (A) shall terminate on the date that is five years after the Secretary of Defense establishes the pilot program. (F) Report.--Not later than 90 days after the termination of the pilot program, the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development shall submit to Congress a report on the results of the pilot program. (3) Joint grant program.-- (A) In general.--The Secretary of Defense and Secretary of Housing and Urban Development may jointly operate a grant program through the Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation of the Department of Defense to build housing for members of the Armed Forces and their dependents and for low-income individuals and families. (B) Treatment of household income limits.-- Household income limits for entities eligible to receive a grant under subparagraph (A) shall not differ based on whether a household includes a member of the Armed Forces. (d) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Eligible entity; landlord.--The terms ``eligible entity'' and ``landlord'' have the meanings given such terms in section 2871 of title 10, United States Code. (2) Privatized housing.--The term ``privatized housing'' means housing under subchapter IV of chapter 169 of such title.

To direct the Secretary of Defense and Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to take certain actions regarding the housing shortage for members of the Armed Forces. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Building More Housing for Servicemembers Act''. SEC. 2. RESPONSES TO THE HOUSING SHORTAGE FOR MEMBERS OF THE ARMED FORCES. (a) Report on Housing Shortage for Members of the Armed Forces.-- (1) In general.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the Committee on Armed Services of the Senate and the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives a report on the housing shortage for members of the Armed Forces. (2) Elements.--The report required under subsection (a) shall include the following elements: (A) The determination of the Secretary regarding the feasibility of acquiring real property near military installations that face housing shortages to be used for the development of privatized housing. (B) The determination of the Secretary regarding the need for an officer or civilian employee of the Department of Defense to serve, at each military installation, as a housing manager. (b) Guidance to Landlords of Privatized Housing.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall prescribe guidance for eligible entities and landlords regarding acceptable housing standards for privatized housing. (c) Pilot and Grant Programs.-- (1) Pilot program on using rental partnership programs of the armed forces to assure tenants for developers of privatized housing.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall establish a pilot program to assess the feasibility of using the rental partnership programs of the Armed Forces to assure tenants for eligible entities to secure financing to construct privatized housing. (B) Locations.--The Secretary shall operate the pilot program under subparagraph (A) in not more than 10 military housing areas that each have a rental vacancy rate of less than seven percent. (C) Term.--The pilot program under subparagraph (A) shall terminate on the date that is five years after the Secretary establishes the pilot program. (D) Report.--Not later than 90 days after the termination of the pilot program under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report on the results of the pilot program. (2) Joint pilot program on financial incentives for developers of privatized housing.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, shall develop a pilot program to provide financial incentives to eligible entities to build privatized housing or to purchase or lease existing facilities to house members of the Armed Forces and their dependents and to house low-income individuals and families, as determined by the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. (B) Eligible projects.-- (i) In general.--In order to be eligible for an incentive under the pilot program under subparagraph (A), proposed privatized housing shall ensure that a percentage of such housing is reserved for members of the Armed Forces and dependents of such members. (ii) Percentage.--The percentage under clause (i) shall vary proportionately to the value of the incentive provided under subparagraph (A). (C) Locations.--The Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development shall operate the pilot program under subparagraph (A) in areas that have the longest wait times for on-base housing. (D) Priority.--In selecting eligible entities under the pilot program under subparagraph (A), the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development shall give priority to entry-level housing and projects with greater density. (E) Term.--The pilot program under subparagraph (A) shall terminate on the date that is five years after the Secretary of Defense establishes the pilot program. (F) Report.--Not later than 90 days after the termination of the pilot program, the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development shall submit to Congress a report on the results of the pilot program. (3) Joint grant program.-- (A) In general.--The Secretary of Defense and Secretary of Housing and Urban Development may jointly operate a grant program through the Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation of the Department of Defense to build housing for members of the Armed Forces and their dependents and for low-income individuals and families. (B) Treatment of household income limits.-- Household income limits for entities eligible to receive a grant under subparagraph (A) shall not differ based on whether a household includes a member of the Armed Forces. (d) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Eligible entity; landlord.--The terms ``eligible entity'' and ``landlord'' have the meanings given such terms in section 2871 of title 10, United States Code. (2) Privatized housing.--The term ``privatized housing'' means housing under subchapter IV of chapter 169 of such title. <all>

To direct the Secretary of Defense and Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to take certain actions regarding the housing shortage for members of the Armed Forces. a) Report on Housing Shortage for Members of the Armed Forces.-- (1) In general.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the Committee on Armed Services of the Senate and the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives a report on the housing shortage for members of the Armed Forces. ( (b) Guidance to Landlords of Privatized Housing.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall prescribe guidance for eligible entities and landlords regarding acceptable housing standards for privatized housing. ( C) Term.--The pilot program under subparagraph (A) shall terminate on the date that is five years after the Secretary establishes the pilot program. ( (2) Joint pilot program on financial incentives for developers of privatized housing.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, shall develop a pilot program to provide financial incentives to eligible entities to build privatized housing or to purchase or lease existing facilities to house members of the Armed Forces and their dependents and to house low-income individuals and families, as determined by the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. ( D) Priority.--In selecting eligible entities under the pilot program under subparagraph (A), the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development shall give priority to entry-level housing and projects with greater density. (E) Term.--The pilot program under subparagraph (A) shall terminate on the date that is five years after the Secretary of Defense establishes the pilot program. ( B) Treatment of household income limits.-- Household income limits for entities eligible to receive a grant under subparagraph (A) shall not differ based on whether a household includes a member of the Armed Forces. (

To direct the Secretary of Defense and Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to take certain actions regarding the housing shortage for members of the Armed Forces. c) Pilot and Grant Programs.-- (1) Pilot program on using rental partnership programs of the armed forces to assure tenants for developers of privatized housing.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall establish a pilot program to assess the feasibility of using the rental partnership programs of the Armed Forces to assure tenants for eligible entities to secure financing to construct privatized housing. ( (C) Term.--The pilot program under subparagraph (A) shall terminate on the date that is five years after the Secretary establishes the pilot program. ( D) Priority.--In selecting eligible entities under the pilot program under subparagraph (A), the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development shall give priority to entry-level housing and projects with greater density. ( (3) Joint grant program.-- (A) In general.--The Secretary of Defense and Secretary of Housing and Urban Development may jointly operate a grant program through the Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation of the Department of Defense to build housing for members of the Armed Forces and their dependents and for low-income individuals and families. ( B) Treatment of household income limits.-- Household income limits for entities eligible to receive a grant under subparagraph (A) shall not differ based on whether a household includes a member of the Armed Forces. (

To direct the Secretary of Defense and Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to take certain actions regarding the housing shortage for members of the Armed Forces. c) Pilot and Grant Programs.-- (1) Pilot program on using rental partnership programs of the armed forces to assure tenants for developers of privatized housing.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall establish a pilot program to assess the feasibility of using the rental partnership programs of the Armed Forces to assure tenants for eligible entities to secure financing to construct privatized housing. ( (C) Term.--The pilot program under subparagraph (A) shall terminate on the date that is five years after the Secretary establishes the pilot program. ( D) Priority.--In selecting eligible entities under the pilot program under subparagraph (A), the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development shall give priority to entry-level housing and projects with greater density. ( (3) Joint grant program.-- (A) In general.--The Secretary of Defense and Secretary of Housing and Urban Development may jointly operate a grant program through the Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation of the Department of Defense to build housing for members of the Armed Forces and their dependents and for low-income individuals and families. ( B) Treatment of household income limits.-- Household income limits for entities eligible to receive a grant under subparagraph (A) shall not differ based on whether a household includes a member of the Armed Forces. (

To direct the Secretary of Defense and Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to take certain actions regarding the housing shortage for members of the Armed Forces. a) Report on Housing Shortage for Members of the Armed Forces.-- (1) In general.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the Committee on Armed Services of the Senate and the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives a report on the housing shortage for members of the Armed Forces. ( (b) Guidance to Landlords of Privatized Housing.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall prescribe guidance for eligible entities and landlords regarding acceptable housing standards for privatized housing. ( C) Term.--The pilot program under subparagraph (A) shall terminate on the date that is five years after the Secretary establishes the pilot program. ( (2) Joint pilot program on financial incentives for developers of privatized housing.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, shall develop a pilot program to provide financial incentives to eligible entities to build privatized housing or to purchase or lease existing facilities to house members of the Armed Forces and their dependents and to house low-income individuals and families, as determined by the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. ( D) Priority.--In selecting eligible entities under the pilot program under subparagraph (A), the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development shall give priority to entry-level housing and projects with greater density. (E) Term.--The pilot program under subparagraph (A) shall terminate on the date that is five years after the Secretary of Defense establishes the pilot program. ( B) Treatment of household income limits.-- Household income limits for entities eligible to receive a grant under subparagraph (A) shall not differ based on whether a household includes a member of the Armed Forces. (

To direct the Secretary of Defense and Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to take certain actions regarding the housing shortage for members of the Armed Forces. c) Pilot and Grant Programs.-- (1) Pilot program on using rental partnership programs of the armed forces to assure tenants for developers of privatized housing.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall establish a pilot program to assess the feasibility of using the rental partnership programs of the Armed Forces to assure tenants for eligible entities to secure financing to construct privatized housing. ( (C) Term.--The pilot program under subparagraph (A) shall terminate on the date that is five years after the Secretary establishes the pilot program. ( D) Priority.--In selecting eligible entities under the pilot program under subparagraph (A), the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development shall give priority to entry-level housing and projects with greater density. ( (3) Joint grant program.-- (A) In general.--The Secretary of Defense and Secretary of Housing and Urban Development may jointly operate a grant program through the Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation of the Department of Defense to build housing for members of the Armed Forces and their dependents and for low-income individuals and families. ( B) Treatment of household income limits.-- Household income limits for entities eligible to receive a grant under subparagraph (A) shall not differ based on whether a household includes a member of the Armed Forces. (

To direct the Secretary of Defense and Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to take certain actions regarding the housing shortage for members of the Armed Forces. a) Report on Housing Shortage for Members of the Armed Forces.-- (1) In general.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the Committee on Armed Services of the Senate and the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives a report on the housing shortage for members of the Armed Forces. ( (b) Guidance to Landlords of Privatized Housing.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall prescribe guidance for eligible entities and landlords regarding acceptable housing standards for privatized housing. ( C) Term.--The pilot program under subparagraph (A) shall terminate on the date that is five years after the Secretary establishes the pilot program. ( (2) Joint pilot program on financial incentives for developers of privatized housing.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, shall develop a pilot program to provide financial incentives to eligible entities to build privatized housing or to purchase or lease existing facilities to house members of the Armed Forces and their dependents and to house low-income individuals and families, as determined by the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. ( D) Priority.--In selecting eligible entities under the pilot program under subparagraph (A), the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development shall give priority to entry-level housing and projects with greater density. (E) Term.--The pilot program under subparagraph (A) shall terminate on the date that is five years after the Secretary of Defense establishes the pilot program. ( B) Treatment of household income limits.-- Household income limits for entities eligible to receive a grant under subparagraph (A) shall not differ based on whether a household includes a member of the Armed Forces. (

To direct the Secretary of Defense and Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to take certain actions regarding the housing shortage for members of the Armed Forces. c) Pilot and Grant Programs.-- (1) Pilot program on using rental partnership programs of the armed forces to assure tenants for developers of privatized housing.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall establish a pilot program to assess the feasibility of using the rental partnership programs of the Armed Forces to assure tenants for eligible entities to secure financing to construct privatized housing. ( (C) Term.--The pilot program under subparagraph (A) shall terminate on the date that is five years after the Secretary establishes the pilot program. ( D) Priority.--In selecting eligible entities under the pilot program under subparagraph (A), the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development shall give priority to entry-level housing and projects with greater density. ( (3) Joint grant program.-- (A) In general.--The Secretary of Defense and Secretary of Housing and Urban Development may jointly operate a grant program through the Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation of the Department of Defense to build housing for members of the Armed Forces and their dependents and for low-income individuals and families. ( B) Treatment of household income limits.-- Household income limits for entities eligible to receive a grant under subparagraph (A) shall not differ based on whether a household includes a member of the Armed Forces. (

To direct the Secretary of Defense and Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to take certain actions regarding the housing shortage for members of the Armed Forces. a) Report on Housing Shortage for Members of the Armed Forces.-- (1) In general.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the Committee on Armed Services of the Senate and the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives a report on the housing shortage for members of the Armed Forces. ( (b) Guidance to Landlords of Privatized Housing.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall prescribe guidance for eligible entities and landlords regarding acceptable housing standards for privatized housing. ( C) Term.--The pilot program under subparagraph (A) shall terminate on the date that is five years after the Secretary establishes the pilot program. ( (2) Joint pilot program on financial incentives for developers of privatized housing.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, shall develop a pilot program to provide financial incentives to eligible entities to build privatized housing or to purchase or lease existing facilities to house members of the Armed Forces and their dependents and to house low-income individuals and families, as determined by the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. ( D) Priority.--In selecting eligible entities under the pilot program under subparagraph (A), the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development shall give priority to entry-level housing and projects with greater density. (E) Term.--The pilot program under subparagraph (A) shall terminate on the date that is five years after the Secretary of Defense establishes the pilot program. ( B) Treatment of household income limits.-- Household income limits for entities eligible to receive a grant under subparagraph (A) shall not differ based on whether a household includes a member of the Armed Forces. (

To direct the Secretary of Defense and Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to take certain actions regarding the housing shortage for members of the Armed Forces. c) Pilot and Grant Programs.-- (1) Pilot program on using rental partnership programs of the armed forces to assure tenants for developers of privatized housing.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall establish a pilot program to assess the feasibility of using the rental partnership programs of the Armed Forces to assure tenants for eligible entities to secure financing to construct privatized housing. ( (C) Term.--The pilot program under subparagraph (A) shall terminate on the date that is five years after the Secretary establishes the pilot program. ( D) Priority.--In selecting eligible entities under the pilot program under subparagraph (A), the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development shall give priority to entry-level housing and projects with greater density. ( (3) Joint grant program.-- (A) In general.--The Secretary of Defense and Secretary of Housing and Urban Development may jointly operate a grant program through the Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation of the Department of Defense to build housing for members of the Armed Forces and their dependents and for low-income individuals and families. ( B) Treatment of household income limits.-- Household income limits for entities eligible to receive a grant under subparagraph (A) shall not differ based on whether a household includes a member of the Armed Forces. (

To direct the Secretary of Defense and Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to take certain actions regarding the housing shortage for members of the Armed Forces. a) Report on Housing Shortage for Members of the Armed Forces.-- (1) In general.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the Committee on Armed Services of the Senate and the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives a report on the housing shortage for members of the Armed Forces. ( (b) Guidance to Landlords of Privatized Housing.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall prescribe guidance for eligible entities and landlords regarding acceptable housing standards for privatized housing. ( C) Term.--The pilot program under subparagraph (A) shall terminate on the date that is five years after the Secretary establishes the pilot program. ( (2) Joint pilot program on financial incentives for developers of privatized housing.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, shall develop a pilot program to provide financial incentives to eligible entities to build privatized housing or to purchase or lease existing facilities to house members of the Armed Forces and their dependents and to house low-income individuals and families, as determined by the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. ( D) Priority.--In selecting eligible entities under the pilot program under subparagraph (A), the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development shall give priority to entry-level housing and projects with greater density. (E) Term.--The pilot program under subparagraph (A) shall terminate on the date that is five years after the Secretary of Defense establishes the pilot program. ( B) Treatment of household income limits.-- Household income limits for entities eligible to receive a grant under subparagraph (A) shall not differ based on whether a household includes a member of the Armed Forces. (

H.R.5187

Taxation

Home Energy Savings Act of 2021 This bill extends the nonbusiness energy property tax credit through 2031 and increases the credit percentage from 10% to 30% for qualified energy efficiency improvements. The bill also imposes a $1,200 annual limitation on the credit and limits for windows and doors. The bill allows a credit for 30% of the cost of home energy audits. A home energy audit is an inspection and written report for a taxpayer's principal residence that identifies the most significant and cost-effective energy efficiency improvements and is conducted and prepared by a certified home energy auditor. The bill also requires that energy property placed in service after 2023 be produced by a qualified manufacturer and that the taxpayer includes the qualified product identification number for such property on the return of tax.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend, increase, and modify the nonbusiness energy property credit. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Home Energy Savings Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. EXTENSION, INCREASE, AND MODIFICATIONS OF NONBUSINESS ENERGY PROPERTY CREDIT. (a) Extension of Credit.--Section 25C(g)(2) is amended by striking ``December 31, 2021'' and inserting ``December 31, 2031''. (b) Increase in Credit Percentage for Qualified Energy Efficiency Improvements.--Section 25C(a)(1) is amended by striking ``10 percent'' and inserting ``30 percent''. (c) Application of Annual Limitation in Lieu of Lifetime Limitation.--Section 25C(b) is amended to read as follows: ``(b) Limitations.-- ``(1) In general.--The credit allowed under this section with respect to any taxpayer for any taxable year shall not exceed $1,200. ``(2) Windows.--The credit allowed under this section by reason of subsection (a)(1) with respect to any taxpayer for any taxable year shall not exceed-- ``(A) in the aggregate with respect to all exterior windows and skylights which are not described in subparagraph (B), $200, ``(B) in the aggregate with respect to all exterior windows and skylights which meet the standard for the most efficient certification under applicable Energy Star program requirements, the excess (if any) of $600 over the credit so allowed with respect to all windows and skylights taken into account under subparagraph (A). ``(3) Doors.--The credit allowed under this section by reason of subsection (a)(1) with respect to any taxpayer for any taxable year shall not exceed-- ``(A) $250 in the case of any exterior door, and ``(B) $500 in the aggregate with respect to all exterior doors.''. (d) Modifications Related to Qualified Energy Efficiency Improvements.-- (1) Standards for energy efficient building envelope components.--Section 25C(c)(2) is amended by striking ``meets-- '' and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting the following: ``meets-- ``(A) in the case of an exterior window, a skylight, or an exterior door, applicable Energy Star program requirements, and ``(B) in the case of any other component, the prescriptive criteria for such component established by the IECC standard in effect as of the beginning of the calendar year which is 2 years prior to the calendar year in which such component is placed in service.''. (2) Roofs not treated as building envelope components.-- Section 25C(c)(3) is amended by adding ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (B), by striking ``, and'' at the end of subparagraph (C) and inserting a period, and by striking subparagraph (D). (3) Air barrier insulation added to definition of building envelope component.--Section 25C(c)(3)(A) is amended by striking ``material or system'' and inserting ``material or system, including air barrier insulation,''. (e) Modification of Residential Energy Property Expenditures.-- Section 25C(d) is amended to read as follows: ``(d) Residential Energy Property Expenditures.--For purposes of this section-- ``(1) In general.--The term `residential energy property expenditures' means expenditures made by the taxpayer for qualified energy property which is-- ``(A) installed on or in connection with a dwelling unit located in the United States and used as a residence by the taxpayer, and ``(B) originally placed in service by the taxpayer. Such term includes expenditures for labor costs properly allocable to the onsite preparation, assembly, or original installation of the property. ``(2) Qualified energy property.--The term `qualified energy property' means any of the following which meet or exceed the highest efficiency tier (not including any advanced tier) established by the Consortium for Energy Efficiency which is in effect as of the beginning of the calendar year in which the property is placed in service: ``(A) An electric heat pump water heater. ``(B) An electric heat pump. ``(C) A central air conditioner. ``(D) A natural gas, propane, or oil water heater. ``(E) A natural gas, propane, or oil furnace or hot water boiler.''. (f) Home Energy Audits.-- (1) In general.--Section 25C(a) is amended by striking ``and'' at the end of paragraph (1), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (2) and inserting ``, and'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) 30 percent of the amount paid or incurred by the taxpayer during the taxable year for home energy audits.''. (2) Limitation.--Section 25C(b), as amended by subsection (c), is amended adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(5) Home energy audits.-- ``(A) Dollar limitation.--The amount of the credit allowed under this section by reason of subsection (a)(3) shall not exceed $150. ``(B) Substantiation requirement.--No credit shall be allowed under this section by reason of subsection (a)(3) unless the taxpayer includes with the taxpayer's return of tax such information or documentation as the Secretary may require.''. (3) Home energy audits.-- (A) In general.--Section 25C, as amended by subsection (a), is amended by redesignating subsections (e), (f), and (g), as subsections (f), (g), and (h), respectively, and by inserting after subsection (d) the following new subsection: ``(e) Home Energy Audits.--For purposes of this section, the term `home energy audit' means an inspection and written report with respect to a dwelling unit located in the United States and owned or used by the taxpayer as the taxpayer's principal residence (within the meaning of section 121) which-- ``(1) identifies the most significant and cost-effective energy efficiency improvements with respect to such dwelling unit, including an estimate of the energy and cost savings with respect to each such improvement, and ``(2) is conducted and prepared by a home energy auditor that meets the certification or other requirements specified by the Secretary (after consultation with the Secretary of Energy, and not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this subsection) in regulations or other guidance.''. (B) Conforming amendment.--Section 1016(a)(33) is amended by striking ``section 25C(f)'' and inserting ``section 25C(g)''. (4) Lack of substantiation treated as mathematical or clerical error.--Section 6213(g)(2) is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (P), by striking ``and'' at the end, (B) in subparagraph (Q), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``, and'', and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(R) an omission of correct information or documentation required under section 25C(b)(5)(B) (relating to home energy audits) to be included on a return.''. (g) Identification Number Requirement.-- (1) In general.--Section 25C, as amended by subsections (a) and (f), is amended by redesignating subsection (h) as subsection (i) and by inserting after subsection (g) the following new subsection: ``(h) Product Identification Number Requirement.-- ``(1) In general.--No credit shall be allowed under subsection (a) with respect to any item of specified property placed in service after December 31, 2023, unless-- ``(A) such item is produced by a qualified manufacturer, and ``(B) the taxpayer includes the qualified product identification number of such item on the return of tax for the taxable year. ``(2) Qualified product identification number.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified product identification number' means, with respect to any item of specified property, the product identification number assigned to such item by the qualified manufacturer pursuant to the methodology referred to in paragraph (3). ``(3) Qualified manufacturer.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified manufacturer' means any manufacturer of specified property which enters into an agreement with the Secretary which provides that such manufacturer will-- ``(A) assign a product identification number to each item of specified property produced by such manufacturer utilizing a methodology that will ensure that such number (including any alphanumeric) is unique to each such item (by utilizing numbers or letters which are unique to such manufacturer or by such other method as the Secretary may provide), ``(B) label such item with such number in such manner as the Secretary may provide, and ``(C) make periodic written reports to the Secretary (at such times and in such manner as the Secretary may provide) of the product identification numbers so assigned and including such information as the Secretary may require with respect to the item of specified property to which such number was so assigned. ``(4) Specified property.--For purposes of this subsection, the term `specified property' means any qualified energy property and any property described in subparagraph (B) or (C) of subsection (c)(3).''. (2) Omission of correct product identification number treated as mathematical or clerical error.--Section 6213(g)(2), as amended by the preceding provisions of this Act, is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (Q), by striking ``and'' at the end, (B) in subparagraph (R), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``, and'', and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(S) an omission of a correct product identification number required under section 25C(h) (relating to credit for nonbusiness energy property) to be included on a return.''. (h) Effective Dates.-- (1) In general.--Except as otherwise provided by this subsection, the amendments made by this section shall apply to property placed in service after December 31, 2021. (2) Home energy audits.--The amendments made by subsection (f) shall apply to amounts paid or incurred after December 31, 2021. (3) Identification number requirement.--The amendments made subsection (g) shall apply to property placed in service after December 31, 2023. <all>

Home Energy Savings Act of 2021

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend, increase, and modify the nonbusiness energy property credit.

Home Energy Savings Act of 2021

Rep. Gomez, Jimmy

D

CA

This bill extends the nonbusiness energy property tax credit through 2031 and increases the credit percentage from 10% to 30% for qualified energy efficiency improvements. The bill also imposes a $1,200 annual limitation on the credit and limits for windows and doors. The bill allows a credit for 30% of the cost of home energy audits. A home energy audit is an inspection and written report for a taxpayer's principal residence that identifies the most significant and cost-effective energy efficiency improvements and is conducted and prepared by a certified home energy auditor. The bill also requires that energy property placed in service after 2023 be produced by a qualified manufacturer and that the taxpayer includes the qualified product identification number for such property on the return of tax.

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 ``Home Energy Savings Act of 2021''. 2. EXTENSION, INCREASE, AND MODIFICATIONS OF NONBUSINESS ENERGY PROPERTY CREDIT. ``(3) Doors.--The credit allowed under this section by reason of subsection (a)(1) with respect to any taxpayer for any taxable year shall not exceed-- ``(A) $250 in the case of any exterior door, and ``(B) $500 in the aggregate with respect to all exterior doors.''. (3) Air barrier insulation added to definition of building envelope component.--Section 25C(c)(3)(A) is amended by striking ``material or system'' and inserting ``material or system, including air barrier insulation,''. Such term includes expenditures for labor costs properly allocable to the onsite preparation, assembly, or original installation of the property. ``(B) An electric heat pump. ``(D) A natural gas, propane, or oil water heater. (f) Home Energy Audits.-- (1) In general.--Section 25C(a) is amended by striking ``and'' at the end of paragraph (1), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (2) and inserting ``, and'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) 30 percent of the amount paid or incurred by the taxpayer during the taxable year for home energy audits.''. (B) Conforming amendment.--Section 1016(a)(33) is amended by striking ``section 25C(f)'' and inserting ``section 25C(g)''. ``(2) Qualified product identification number.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified product identification number' means, with respect to any item of specified property, the product identification number assigned to such item by the qualified manufacturer pursuant to the methodology referred to in paragraph (3). ``(3) Qualified manufacturer.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified manufacturer' means any manufacturer of specified property which enters into an agreement with the Secretary which provides that such manufacturer will-- ``(A) assign a product identification number to each item of specified property produced by such manufacturer utilizing a methodology that will ensure that such number (including any alphanumeric) is unique to each such item (by utilizing numbers or letters which are unique to such manufacturer or by such other method as the Secretary may provide), ``(B) label such item with such number in such manner as the Secretary may provide, and ``(C) make periodic written reports to the Secretary (at such times and in such manner as the Secretary may provide) of the product identification numbers so assigned and including such information as the Secretary may require with respect to the item of specified property to which such number was so assigned. ``(4) Specified property.--For purposes of this subsection, the term `specified property' means any qualified energy property and any property described in subparagraph (B) or (C) of subsection (c)(3).''. (3) Identification number requirement.--The amendments made subsection (g) shall apply to property placed in service after December 31, 2023.

This Act may be cited as the ``Home Energy Savings Act of 2021''. 2. EXTENSION, INCREASE, AND MODIFICATIONS OF NONBUSINESS ENERGY PROPERTY CREDIT. ``(3) Doors.--The credit allowed under this section by reason of subsection (a)(1) with respect to any taxpayer for any taxable year shall not exceed-- ``(A) $250 in the case of any exterior door, and ``(B) $500 in the aggregate with respect to all exterior doors.''. (3) Air barrier insulation added to definition of building envelope component.--Section 25C(c)(3)(A) is amended by striking ``material or system'' and inserting ``material or system, including air barrier insulation,''. Such term includes expenditures for labor costs properly allocable to the onsite preparation, assembly, or original installation of the property. ``(B) An electric heat pump. ``(D) A natural gas, propane, or oil water heater. (f) Home Energy Audits.-- (1) In general.--Section 25C(a) is amended by striking ``and'' at the end of paragraph (1), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (2) and inserting ``, and'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) 30 percent of the amount paid or incurred by the taxpayer during the taxable year for home energy audits.''. (B) Conforming amendment.--Section 1016(a)(33) is amended by striking ``section 25C(f)'' and inserting ``section 25C(g)''. ``(2) Qualified product identification number.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified product identification number' means, with respect to any item of specified property, the product identification number assigned to such item by the qualified manufacturer pursuant to the methodology referred to in paragraph (3). ``(4) Specified property.--For purposes of this subsection, the term `specified property' means any qualified energy property and any property described in subparagraph (B) or (C) of subsection (c)(3).''. (3) Identification number requirement.--The amendments made subsection (g) shall apply to property placed in service after December 31, 2023.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Home Energy Savings Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. EXTENSION, INCREASE, AND MODIFICATIONS OF NONBUSINESS ENERGY PROPERTY CREDIT. (c) Application of Annual Limitation in Lieu of Lifetime Limitation.--Section 25C(b) is amended to read as follows: ``(b) Limitations.-- ``(1) In general.--The credit allowed under this section with respect to any taxpayer for any taxable year shall not exceed $1,200. ``(2) Windows.--The credit allowed under this section by reason of subsection (a)(1) with respect to any taxpayer for any taxable year shall not exceed-- ``(A) in the aggregate with respect to all exterior windows and skylights which are not described in subparagraph (B), $200, ``(B) in the aggregate with respect to all exterior windows and skylights which meet the standard for the most efficient certification under applicable Energy Star program requirements, the excess (if any) of $600 over the credit so allowed with respect to all windows and skylights taken into account under subparagraph (A). ``(3) Doors.--The credit allowed under this section by reason of subsection (a)(1) with respect to any taxpayer for any taxable year shall not exceed-- ``(A) $250 in the case of any exterior door, and ``(B) $500 in the aggregate with respect to all exterior doors.''. (3) Air barrier insulation added to definition of building envelope component.--Section 25C(c)(3)(A) is amended by striking ``material or system'' and inserting ``material or system, including air barrier insulation,''. Such term includes expenditures for labor costs properly allocable to the onsite preparation, assembly, or original installation of the property. ``(B) An electric heat pump. ``(D) A natural gas, propane, or oil water heater. ``(E) A natural gas, propane, or oil furnace or hot water boiler.''. (f) Home Energy Audits.-- (1) In general.--Section 25C(a) is amended by striking ``and'' at the end of paragraph (1), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (2) and inserting ``, and'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) 30 percent of the amount paid or incurred by the taxpayer during the taxable year for home energy audits.''. (B) Conforming amendment.--Section 1016(a)(33) is amended by striking ``section 25C(f)'' and inserting ``section 25C(g)''. (4) Lack of substantiation treated as mathematical or clerical error.--Section 6213(g)(2) is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (P), by striking ``and'' at the end, (B) in subparagraph (Q), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``, and'', and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(R) an omission of correct information or documentation required under section 25C(b)(5)(B) (relating to home energy audits) to be included on a return.''. ``(2) Qualified product identification number.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified product identification number' means, with respect to any item of specified property, the product identification number assigned to such item by the qualified manufacturer pursuant to the methodology referred to in paragraph (3). ``(3) Qualified manufacturer.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified manufacturer' means any manufacturer of specified property which enters into an agreement with the Secretary which provides that such manufacturer will-- ``(A) assign a product identification number to each item of specified property produced by such manufacturer utilizing a methodology that will ensure that such number (including any alphanumeric) is unique to each such item (by utilizing numbers or letters which are unique to such manufacturer or by such other method as the Secretary may provide), ``(B) label such item with such number in such manner as the Secretary may provide, and ``(C) make periodic written reports to the Secretary (at such times and in such manner as the Secretary may provide) of the product identification numbers so assigned and including such information as the Secretary may require with respect to the item of specified property to which such number was so assigned. ``(4) Specified property.--For purposes of this subsection, the term `specified property' means any qualified energy property and any property described in subparagraph (B) or (C) of subsection (c)(3).''. (3) Identification number requirement.--The amendments made subsection (g) shall apply to property placed in service after December 31, 2023.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend, increase, and modify the nonbusiness energy property credit. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Home Energy Savings Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. EXTENSION, INCREASE, AND MODIFICATIONS OF NONBUSINESS ENERGY PROPERTY CREDIT. (b) Increase in Credit Percentage for Qualified Energy Efficiency Improvements.--Section 25C(a)(1) is amended by striking ``10 percent'' and inserting ``30 percent''. (c) Application of Annual Limitation in Lieu of Lifetime Limitation.--Section 25C(b) is amended to read as follows: ``(b) Limitations.-- ``(1) In general.--The credit allowed under this section with respect to any taxpayer for any taxable year shall not exceed $1,200. ``(2) Windows.--The credit allowed under this section by reason of subsection (a)(1) with respect to any taxpayer for any taxable year shall not exceed-- ``(A) in the aggregate with respect to all exterior windows and skylights which are not described in subparagraph (B), $200, ``(B) in the aggregate with respect to all exterior windows and skylights which meet the standard for the most efficient certification under applicable Energy Star program requirements, the excess (if any) of $600 over the credit so allowed with respect to all windows and skylights taken into account under subparagraph (A). ``(3) Doors.--The credit allowed under this section by reason of subsection (a)(1) with respect to any taxpayer for any taxable year shall not exceed-- ``(A) $250 in the case of any exterior door, and ``(B) $500 in the aggregate with respect to all exterior doors.''. (3) Air barrier insulation added to definition of building envelope component.--Section 25C(c)(3)(A) is amended by striking ``material or system'' and inserting ``material or system, including air barrier insulation,''. (e) Modification of Residential Energy Property Expenditures.-- Section 25C(d) is amended to read as follows: ``(d) Residential Energy Property Expenditures.--For purposes of this section-- ``(1) In general.--The term `residential energy property expenditures' means expenditures made by the taxpayer for qualified energy property which is-- ``(A) installed on or in connection with a dwelling unit located in the United States and used as a residence by the taxpayer, and ``(B) originally placed in service by the taxpayer. Such term includes expenditures for labor costs properly allocable to the onsite preparation, assembly, or original installation of the property. ``(2) Qualified energy property.--The term `qualified energy property' means any of the following which meet or exceed the highest efficiency tier (not including any advanced tier) established by the Consortium for Energy Efficiency which is in effect as of the beginning of the calendar year in which the property is placed in service: ``(A) An electric heat pump water heater. ``(B) An electric heat pump. ``(C) A central air conditioner. ``(D) A natural gas, propane, or oil water heater. ``(E) A natural gas, propane, or oil furnace or hot water boiler.''. (f) Home Energy Audits.-- (1) In general.--Section 25C(a) is amended by striking ``and'' at the end of paragraph (1), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (2) and inserting ``, and'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) 30 percent of the amount paid or incurred by the taxpayer during the taxable year for home energy audits.''. (B) Conforming amendment.--Section 1016(a)(33) is amended by striking ``section 25C(f)'' and inserting ``section 25C(g)''. (4) Lack of substantiation treated as mathematical or clerical error.--Section 6213(g)(2) is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (P), by striking ``and'' at the end, (B) in subparagraph (Q), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``, and'', and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(R) an omission of correct information or documentation required under section 25C(b)(5)(B) (relating to home energy audits) to be included on a return.''. ``(2) Qualified product identification number.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified product identification number' means, with respect to any item of specified property, the product identification number assigned to such item by the qualified manufacturer pursuant to the methodology referred to in paragraph (3). ``(3) Qualified manufacturer.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified manufacturer' means any manufacturer of specified property which enters into an agreement with the Secretary which provides that such manufacturer will-- ``(A) assign a product identification number to each item of specified property produced by such manufacturer utilizing a methodology that will ensure that such number (including any alphanumeric) is unique to each such item (by utilizing numbers or letters which are unique to such manufacturer or by such other method as the Secretary may provide), ``(B) label such item with such number in such manner as the Secretary may provide, and ``(C) make periodic written reports to the Secretary (at such times and in such manner as the Secretary may provide) of the product identification numbers so assigned and including such information as the Secretary may require with respect to the item of specified property to which such number was so assigned. ``(4) Specified property.--For purposes of this subsection, the term `specified property' means any qualified energy property and any property described in subparagraph (B) or (C) of subsection (c)(3).''. (h) Effective Dates.-- (1) In general.--Except as otherwise provided by this subsection, the amendments made by this section shall apply to property placed in service after December 31, 2021. (3) Identification number requirement.--The amendments made subsection (g) shall apply to property placed in service after December 31, 2023.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend, increase, and modify the nonbusiness energy property credit. a) Extension of Credit.--Section 25C(g)(2) is amended by striking ``December 31, 2021'' and inserting ``December 31, 2031''. ( ``(3) Doors.--The credit allowed under this section by reason of subsection (a)(1) with respect to any taxpayer for any taxable year shall not exceed-- ``(A) $250 in the case of any exterior door, and ``(B) $500 in the aggregate with respect to all exterior doors.''. ( 2) Roofs not treated as building envelope components.-- Section 25C(c)(3) is amended by adding ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (B), by striking ``, and'' at the end of subparagraph (C) and inserting a period, and by striking subparagraph (D). ( (e) Modification of Residential Energy Property Expenditures.-- Section 25C(d) is amended to read as follows: ``(d) Residential Energy Property Expenditures.--For purposes of this section-- ``(1) In general.--The term `residential energy property expenditures' means expenditures made by the taxpayer for qualified energy property which is-- ``(A) installed on or in connection with a dwelling unit located in the United States and used as a residence by the taxpayer, and ``(B) originally placed in service by the taxpayer. ``(D) A natural gas, propane, or oil water heater. (f) Home Energy Audits.-- (1) In general.--Section 25C(a) is amended by striking ``and'' at the end of paragraph (1), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (2) and inserting ``, and'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) 30 percent of the amount paid or incurred by the taxpayer during the taxable year for home energy audits.''. ( ``(B) Substantiation requirement.--No credit shall be allowed under this section by reason of subsection (a)(3) unless the taxpayer includes with the taxpayer's return of tax such information or documentation as the Secretary may require.''. B) Conforming amendment.--Section 1016(a)(33) is amended by striking ``section 25C(f)'' and inserting ``section 25C(g)''. (4) Lack of substantiation treated as mathematical or clerical error.--Section 6213(g)(2) is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (P), by striking ``and'' at the end, (B) in subparagraph (Q), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``, and'', and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(R) an omission of correct information or documentation required under section 25C(b)(5)(B) (relating to home energy audits) to be included on a return.''. ( ``(2) Qualified product identification number.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified product identification number' means, with respect to any item of specified property, the product identification number assigned to such item by the qualified manufacturer pursuant to the methodology referred to in paragraph (3). ``(4) Specified property.--For purposes of this subsection, the term `specified property' means any qualified energy property and any property described in subparagraph (B) or (C) of subsection (c)(3).''. (2) Omission of correct product identification number treated as mathematical or clerical error.--Section 6213(g)(2), as amended by the preceding provisions of this Act, is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (Q), by striking ``and'' at the end, (B) in subparagraph (R), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``, and'', and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(S) an omission of a correct product identification number required under section 25C(h) (relating to credit for nonbusiness energy property) to be included on a return.''. ( 3) Identification number requirement.--The amendments made subsection (g) shall apply to property placed in service after December 31, 2023.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend, increase, and modify the nonbusiness energy property credit. c) Application of Annual Limitation in Lieu of Lifetime Limitation.--Section 25C(b) is amended to read as follows: ``(b) Limitations.-- ``(1) In general.--The credit allowed under this section with respect to any taxpayer for any taxable year shall not exceed $1,200. 2) Roofs not treated as building envelope components.-- Section 25C(c)(3) is amended by adding ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (B), by striking ``, and'' at the end of subparagraph (C) and inserting a period, and by striking subparagraph (D). ( ``(D) A natural gas, propane, or oil water heater. (f) Home Energy Audits.-- (1) In general.--Section 25C(a) is amended by striking ``and'' at the end of paragraph (1), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (2) and inserting ``, and'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) 30 percent of the amount paid or incurred by the taxpayer during the taxable year for home energy audits.''. ( 2) Limitation.--Section 25C(b), as amended by subsection (c), is amended adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(5) Home energy audits.-- ``(A) Dollar limitation.--The amount of the credit allowed under this section by reason of subsection (a)(3) shall not exceed $150. (4) Lack of substantiation treated as mathematical or clerical error.--Section 6213(g)(2) is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (P), by striking ``and'' at the end, (B) in subparagraph (Q), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``, and'', and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(R) an omission of correct information or documentation required under section 25C(b)(5)(B) (relating to home energy audits) to be included on a return.''. ( ``(2) Qualified product identification number.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified product identification number' means, with respect to any item of specified property, the product identification number assigned to such item by the qualified manufacturer pursuant to the methodology referred to in paragraph (3). ``(4) Specified property.--For purposes of this subsection, the term `specified property' means any qualified energy property and any property described in subparagraph (B) or (C) of subsection (c)(3).''. ( 3) Identification number requirement.--The amendments made subsection (g) shall apply to property placed in service after December 31, 2023.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend, increase, and modify the nonbusiness energy property credit. c) Application of Annual Limitation in Lieu of Lifetime Limitation.--Section 25C(b) is amended to read as follows: ``(b) Limitations.-- ``(1) In general.--The credit allowed under this section with respect to any taxpayer for any taxable year shall not exceed $1,200. 2) Roofs not treated as building envelope components.-- Section 25C(c)(3) is amended by adding ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (B), by striking ``, and'' at the end of subparagraph (C) and inserting a period, and by striking subparagraph (D). ( ``(D) A natural gas, propane, or oil water heater. (f) Home Energy Audits.-- (1) In general.--Section 25C(a) is amended by striking ``and'' at the end of paragraph (1), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (2) and inserting ``, and'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) 30 percent of the amount paid or incurred by the taxpayer during the taxable year for home energy audits.''. ( 2) Limitation.--Section 25C(b), as amended by subsection (c), is amended adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(5) Home energy audits.-- ``(A) Dollar limitation.--The amount of the credit allowed under this section by reason of subsection (a)(3) shall not exceed $150. (4) Lack of substantiation treated as mathematical or clerical error.--Section 6213(g)(2) is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (P), by striking ``and'' at the end, (B) in subparagraph (Q), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``, and'', and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(R) an omission of correct information or documentation required under section 25C(b)(5)(B) (relating to home energy audits) to be included on a return.''. ( ``(2) Qualified product identification number.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified product identification number' means, with respect to any item of specified property, the product identification number assigned to such item by the qualified manufacturer pursuant to the methodology referred to in paragraph (3). ``(4) Specified property.--For purposes of this subsection, the term `specified property' means any qualified energy property and any property described in subparagraph (B) or (C) of subsection (c)(3).''. ( 3) Identification number requirement.--The amendments made subsection (g) shall apply to property placed in service after December 31, 2023.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend, increase, and modify the nonbusiness energy property credit. a) Extension of Credit.--Section 25C(g)(2) is amended by striking ``December 31, 2021'' and inserting ``December 31, 2031''. ( ``(3) Doors.--The credit allowed under this section by reason of subsection (a)(1) with respect to any taxpayer for any taxable year shall not exceed-- ``(A) $250 in the case of any exterior door, and ``(B) $500 in the aggregate with respect to all exterior doors.''. ( 2) Roofs not treated as building envelope components.-- Section 25C(c)(3) is amended by adding ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (B), by striking ``, and'' at the end of subparagraph (C) and inserting a period, and by striking subparagraph (D). ( (e) Modification of Residential Energy Property Expenditures.-- Section 25C(d) is amended to read as follows: ``(d) Residential Energy Property Expenditures.--For purposes of this section-- ``(1) In general.--The term `residential energy property expenditures' means expenditures made by the taxpayer for qualified energy property which is-- ``(A) installed on or in connection with a dwelling unit located in the United States and used as a residence by the taxpayer, and ``(B) originally placed in service by the taxpayer. ``(D) A natural gas, propane, or oil water heater. (f) Home Energy Audits.-- (1) In general.--Section 25C(a) is amended by striking ``and'' at the end of paragraph (1), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (2) and inserting ``, and'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) 30 percent of the amount paid or incurred by the taxpayer during the taxable year for home energy audits.''. ( ``(B) Substantiation requirement.--No credit shall be allowed under this section by reason of subsection (a)(3) unless the taxpayer includes with the taxpayer's return of tax such information or documentation as the Secretary may require.''. B) Conforming amendment.--Section 1016(a)(33) is amended by striking ``section 25C(f)'' and inserting ``section 25C(g)''. (4) Lack of substantiation treated as mathematical or clerical error.--Section 6213(g)(2) is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (P), by striking ``and'' at the end, (B) in subparagraph (Q), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``, and'', and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(R) an omission of correct information or documentation required under section 25C(b)(5)(B) (relating to home energy audits) to be included on a return.''. ( ``(2) Qualified product identification number.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified product identification number' means, with respect to any item of specified property, the product identification number assigned to such item by the qualified manufacturer pursuant to the methodology referred to in paragraph (3). ``(4) Specified property.--For purposes of this subsection, the term `specified property' means any qualified energy property and any property described in subparagraph (B) or (C) of subsection (c)(3).''. (2) Omission of correct product identification number treated as mathematical or clerical error.--Section 6213(g)(2), as amended by the preceding provisions of this Act, is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (Q), by striking ``and'' at the end, (B) in subparagraph (R), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``, and'', and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(S) an omission of a correct product identification number required under section 25C(h) (relating to credit for nonbusiness energy property) to be included on a return.''. ( 3) Identification number requirement.--The amendments made subsection (g) shall apply to property placed in service after December 31, 2023.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend, increase, and modify the nonbusiness energy property credit. c) Application of Annual Limitation in Lieu of Lifetime Limitation.--Section 25C(b) is amended to read as follows: ``(b) Limitations.-- ``(1) In general.--The credit allowed under this section with respect to any taxpayer for any taxable year shall not exceed $1,200. 2) Roofs not treated as building envelope components.-- Section 25C(c)(3) is amended by adding ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (B), by striking ``, and'' at the end of subparagraph (C) and inserting a period, and by striking subparagraph (D). ( ``(D) A natural gas, propane, or oil water heater. (f) Home Energy Audits.-- (1) In general.--Section 25C(a) is amended by striking ``and'' at the end of paragraph (1), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (2) and inserting ``, and'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) 30 percent of the amount paid or incurred by the taxpayer during the taxable year for home energy audits.''. ( 2) Limitation.--Section 25C(b), as amended by subsection (c), is amended adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(5) Home energy audits.-- ``(A) Dollar limitation.--The amount of the credit allowed under this section by reason of subsection (a)(3) shall not exceed $150. (4) Lack of substantiation treated as mathematical or clerical error.--Section 6213(g)(2) is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (P), by striking ``and'' at the end, (B) in subparagraph (Q), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``, and'', and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(R) an omission of correct information or documentation required under section 25C(b)(5)(B) (relating to home energy audits) to be included on a return.''. ( ``(2) Qualified product identification number.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified product identification number' means, with respect to any item of specified property, the product identification number assigned to such item by the qualified manufacturer pursuant to the methodology referred to in paragraph (3). ``(4) Specified property.--For purposes of this subsection, the term `specified property' means any qualified energy property and any property described in subparagraph (B) or (C) of subsection (c)(3).''. ( 3) Identification number requirement.--The amendments made subsection (g) shall apply to property placed in service after December 31, 2023.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend, increase, and modify the nonbusiness energy property credit. a) Extension of Credit.--Section 25C(g)(2) is amended by striking ``December 31, 2021'' and inserting ``December 31, 2031''. ( ``(3) Doors.--The credit allowed under this section by reason of subsection (a)(1) with respect to any taxpayer for any taxable year shall not exceed-- ``(A) $250 in the case of any exterior door, and ``(B) $500 in the aggregate with respect to all exterior doors.''. ( 2) Roofs not treated as building envelope components.-- Section 25C(c)(3) is amended by adding ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (B), by striking ``, and'' at the end of subparagraph (C) and inserting a period, and by striking subparagraph (D). ( (e) Modification of Residential Energy Property Expenditures.-- Section 25C(d) is amended to read as follows: ``(d) Residential Energy Property Expenditures.--For purposes of this section-- ``(1) In general.--The term `residential energy property expenditures' means expenditures made by the taxpayer for qualified energy property which is-- ``(A) installed on or in connection with a dwelling unit located in the United States and used as a residence by the taxpayer, and ``(B) originally placed in service by the taxpayer. ``(D) A natural gas, propane, or oil water heater. (f) Home Energy Audits.-- (1) In general.--Section 25C(a) is amended by striking ``and'' at the end of paragraph (1), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (2) and inserting ``, and'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) 30 percent of the amount paid or incurred by the taxpayer during the taxable year for home energy audits.''. ( ``(B) Substantiation requirement.--No credit shall be allowed under this section by reason of subsection (a)(3) unless the taxpayer includes with the taxpayer's return of tax such information or documentation as the Secretary may require.''. B) Conforming amendment.--Section 1016(a)(33) is amended by striking ``section 25C(f)'' and inserting ``section 25C(g)''. (4) Lack of substantiation treated as mathematical or clerical error.--Section 6213(g)(2) is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (P), by striking ``and'' at the end, (B) in subparagraph (Q), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``, and'', and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(R) an omission of correct information or documentation required under section 25C(b)(5)(B) (relating to home energy audits) to be included on a return.''. ( ``(2) Qualified product identification number.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified product identification number' means, with respect to any item of specified property, the product identification number assigned to such item by the qualified manufacturer pursuant to the methodology referred to in paragraph (3). ``(4) Specified property.--For purposes of this subsection, the term `specified property' means any qualified energy property and any property described in subparagraph (B) or (C) of subsection (c)(3).''. (2) Omission of correct product identification number treated as mathematical or clerical error.--Section 6213(g)(2), as amended by the preceding provisions of this Act, is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (Q), by striking ``and'' at the end, (B) in subparagraph (R), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``, and'', and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(S) an omission of a correct product identification number required under section 25C(h) (relating to credit for nonbusiness energy property) to be included on a return.''. ( 3) Identification number requirement.--The amendments made subsection (g) shall apply to property placed in service after December 31, 2023.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend, increase, and modify the nonbusiness energy property credit. c) Application of Annual Limitation in Lieu of Lifetime Limitation.--Section 25C(b) is amended to read as follows: ``(b) Limitations.-- ``(1) In general.--The credit allowed under this section with respect to any taxpayer for any taxable year shall not exceed $1,200. 2) Roofs not treated as building envelope components.-- Section 25C(c)(3) is amended by adding ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (B), by striking ``, and'' at the end of subparagraph (C) and inserting a period, and by striking subparagraph (D). ( ``(D) A natural gas, propane, or oil water heater. (f) Home Energy Audits.-- (1) In general.--Section 25C(a) is amended by striking ``and'' at the end of paragraph (1), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (2) and inserting ``, and'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) 30 percent of the amount paid or incurred by the taxpayer during the taxable year for home energy audits.''. ( 2) Limitation.--Section 25C(b), as amended by subsection (c), is amended adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(5) Home energy audits.-- ``(A) Dollar limitation.--The amount of the credit allowed under this section by reason of subsection (a)(3) shall not exceed $150. (4) Lack of substantiation treated as mathematical or clerical error.--Section 6213(g)(2) is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (P), by striking ``and'' at the end, (B) in subparagraph (Q), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``, and'', and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(R) an omission of correct information or documentation required under section 25C(b)(5)(B) (relating to home energy audits) to be included on a return.''. ( ``(2) Qualified product identification number.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified product identification number' means, with respect to any item of specified property, the product identification number assigned to such item by the qualified manufacturer pursuant to the methodology referred to in paragraph (3). ``(4) Specified property.--For purposes of this subsection, the term `specified property' means any qualified energy property and any property described in subparagraph (B) or (C) of subsection (c)(3).''. ( 3) Identification number requirement.--The amendments made subsection (g) shall apply to property placed in service after December 31, 2023.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend, increase, and modify the nonbusiness energy property credit. 2) Roofs not treated as building envelope components.-- Section 25C(c)(3) is amended by adding ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (B), by striking ``, and'' at the end of subparagraph (C) and inserting a period, and by striking subparagraph (D). ( ( (f) Home Energy Audits.-- (1) In general.--Section 25C(a) is amended by striking ``and'' at the end of paragraph (1), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (2) and inserting ``, and'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) 30 percent of the amount paid or incurred by the taxpayer during the taxable year for home energy audits.''. ( ``(B) Substantiation requirement.--No credit shall be allowed under this section by reason of subsection (a)(3) unless the taxpayer includes with the taxpayer's return of tax such information or documentation as the Secretary may require.''. ``(4) Specified property.--For purposes of this subsection, the term `specified property' means any qualified energy property and any property described in subparagraph (B) or (C) of subsection (c)(3).''. ( 2) Omission of correct product identification number treated as mathematical or clerical error.--Section 6213(g)(2), as amended by the preceding provisions of this Act, is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (Q), by striking ``and'' at the end, (B) in subparagraph (R), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``, and'', and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(S) an omission of a correct product identification number required under section 25C(h) (relating to credit for nonbusiness energy property) to be included on a return.''. (

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend, increase, and modify the nonbusiness energy property credit. f) Home Energy Audits.-- (1) In general.--Section 25C(a) is amended by striking ``and'' at the end of paragraph (1), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (2) and inserting ``, and'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) 30 percent of the amount paid or incurred by the taxpayer during the taxable year for home energy audits.''. ( ( 3) Identification number requirement.--The amendments made subsection (g) shall apply to property placed in service after December 31, 2023.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend, increase, and modify the nonbusiness energy property credit. 2) Roofs not treated as building envelope components.-- Section 25C(c)(3) is amended by adding ``and'' at the end of subparagraph (B), by striking ``, and'' at the end of subparagraph (C) and inserting a period, and by striking subparagraph (D). ( ( (f) Home Energy Audits.-- (1) In general.--Section 25C(a) is amended by striking ``and'' at the end of paragraph (1), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (2) and inserting ``, and'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) 30 percent of the amount paid or incurred by the taxpayer during the taxable year for home energy audits.''. ( ``(B) Substantiation requirement.--No credit shall be allowed under this section by reason of subsection (a)(3) unless the taxpayer includes with the taxpayer's return of tax such information or documentation as the Secretary may require.''. ``(4) Specified property.--For purposes of this subsection, the term `specified property' means any qualified energy property and any property described in subparagraph (B) or (C) of subsection (c)(3).''. ( 2) Omission of correct product identification number treated as mathematical or clerical error.--Section 6213(g)(2), as amended by the preceding provisions of this Act, is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (Q), by striking ``and'' at the end, (B) in subparagraph (R), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``, and'', and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(S) an omission of a correct product identification number required under section 25C(h) (relating to credit for nonbusiness energy property) to be included on a return.''. (

S.2961

Transportation and Public Works

Blocking Lawlessness from Undermining Enforcement Act or the BLUE Act This bill generally prohibits the use of Highway Safety Program or National Priority Safety Program funds for traffic control or enforcement by a state or locality that defunds the police (i.e., reduces its police budget and reallocates the funds to other government agencies). However, states and localities may use such funds for traffic control and enforcement if (1) reducing the police budget is part of an overall budget reduction, or (2) the police chief decides to reallocate a portion of the police budget for mental health programs. Additionally, a state or locality may request an exemption from the prohibition.

To prohibit a State or local government from using highway safety program funds for traffic control or traffic enforcement if such State or local government defunds the police, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Blocking Lawlessness from Undermining Enforcement Act'' or the ``BLUE Act''. SEC. 2. PROHIBITION ON USE OF FUNDS. (a) Highway Safety Programs.--Section 402(c) of title 23, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(5) Traffic control or traffic enforcement.-- ``(A) Prohibition.--A State, local government, or political subdivision of a State, may not expend funds apportioned to such State under this section, including funds transferred pursuant to section 405(a)(8), for traffic control or traffic enforcement if such State, local government, or political subdivision defunds the police. ``(B) Exemption.-- ``(i) In general.--The Secretary may grant an exemption from the requirements under subparagraph (A) if the State, local government, or political subdivision that defunds the police submits a written request to the Secretary and the Secretary approves such request. ``(ii) Contents.--A request submitted under clause (i) shall include-- ``(I) the justification for the requested exemption from the requirements of subparagraph (A); and ``(II) a description of amount of funds a State, local government, or political subdivision intends to use for traffic control or traffic enforcement. ``(C) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this paragraph may be construed to result in a reduction in the amount of funding a State may receive under this section. ``(D) Definitions.--In this paragraph: ``(i) Defund the police.-- ``(I) In general.--The term `defund the police' means a situation in which-- ``(aa) a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State has a police budget for-- ``(AA) the fiscal year during which this paragraph is enacted that is lower in amount than such police budget for the fiscal year that includes January 1, 2000; or ``(BB) any fiscal year following the fiscal year during which this paragraph is enacted that is lower in amount than such police budget for the previous fiscal year; and ``(bb) such State, local government, or political subdivision has reallocated such police budget funds to other government agencies, evidenced by public statements, press releases, budget justifications, budget documentation, or any other materials. ``(II) Exclusions.--The term `defund the police' does not include a situation in which-- ``(aa) a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State reduces funding for a police department if the reduction of such funding is part of an overall budget reduction; or ``(bb) a police chief of a police department has decided to reallocate funds made available to such police department to psychological and mental health programs. ``(ii) Traffic control or traffic enforcement.--The term `traffic control or traffic enforcement' means a service provided by law enforcement officers in a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State that includes directing traffic, addressing traffic infractions on roadways, or serving in a traffic or roads policing unit enforcing rules of the road.''. (b) National Priority Safety Programs.--Section 405(a) of title 23, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(11) Use of funds.-- ``(A) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State receiving a grant under this section may not use such grant for traffic control or traffic enforcement (as such term is defined in section 402(c)(5)(D)) if such State, local government, or political subdivision defunds the police (as such term is defined in section 402(c)(5)(D)). ``(B) Exemption.-- ``(i) In general.--The Secretary may grant an exemption from the requirements under subparagraph (A) if the State, local government, or political subdivision that defunds the police submits a written request to the Secretary and the Secretary approves such request. ``(ii) Contents.--A request submitted under clause (i) shall include-- ``(I) the justification for the requested exemption from the requirements of subparagraph (A); and ``(II) a description of amount of funds a State, local government, or political subdivision intends to use for traffic control or traffic enforcement. ``(C) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this paragraph may be construed to result in a reduction in the amount of funding a State may receive under this section.''. (c) Report.--Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate a report describing the implementation of, and compliance with, the amendments made by this Act. <all>

BLUE Act

A bill to prohibit a State or local government from using highway safety program funds for traffic control or traffic enforcement if such State or local government defunds the police, and for other purposes.

BLUE Act Blocking Lawlessness from Undermining Enforcement Act

Sen. Cassidy, Bill

R

LA

This bill generally prohibits the use of Highway Safety Program or National Priority Safety Program funds for traffic control or enforcement by a state or locality that defunds the police (i.e., reduces its police budget and reallocates the funds to other government agencies). However, states and localities may use such funds for traffic control and enforcement if (1) reducing the police budget is part of an overall budget reduction, or (2) the police chief decides to reallocate a portion of the police budget for mental health programs. Additionally, a state or locality may request an exemption from the prohibition.

To prohibit a State or local government from using highway safety program funds for traffic control or traffic enforcement if such State or local government defunds the police, and for other purposes. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Blocking Lawlessness from Undermining Enforcement Act'' or the ``BLUE Act''. SEC. 2. PROHIBITION ON USE OF FUNDS. ``(C) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this paragraph may be construed to result in a reduction in the amount of funding a State may receive under this section. ``(D) Definitions.--In this paragraph: ``(i) Defund the police.-- ``(I) In general.--The term `defund the police' means a situation in which-- ``(aa) a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State has a police budget for-- ``(AA) the fiscal year during which this paragraph is enacted that is lower in amount than such police budget for the fiscal year that includes January 1, 2000; or ``(BB) any fiscal year following the fiscal year during which this paragraph is enacted that is lower in amount than such police budget for the previous fiscal year; and ``(bb) such State, local government, or political subdivision has reallocated such police budget funds to other government agencies, evidenced by public statements, press releases, budget justifications, budget documentation, or any other materials. (b) National Priority Safety Programs.--Section 405(a) of title 23, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(11) Use of funds.-- ``(A) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State receiving a grant under this section may not use such grant for traffic control or traffic enforcement (as such term is defined in section 402(c)(5)(D)) if such State, local government, or political subdivision defunds the police (as such term is defined in section 402(c)(5)(D)). ``(B) Exemption.-- ``(i) In general.--The Secretary may grant an exemption from the requirements under subparagraph (A) if the State, local government, or political subdivision that defunds the police submits a written request to the Secretary and the Secretary approves such request. ``(ii) Contents.--A request submitted under clause (i) shall include-- ``(I) the justification for the requested exemption from the requirements of subparagraph (A); and ``(II) a description of amount of funds a State, local government, or political subdivision intends to use for traffic control or traffic enforcement. (c) Report.--Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate a report describing the implementation of, and compliance with, the amendments made by this Act.

To prohibit a State or local government from using highway safety program funds for traffic control or traffic enforcement if such State or local government defunds the police, and for other purposes. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Blocking Lawlessness from Undermining Enforcement Act'' or the ``BLUE Act''. SEC. 2. PROHIBITION ON USE OF FUNDS. ``(C) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this paragraph may be construed to result in a reduction in the amount of funding a State may receive under this section. ``(D) Definitions.--In this paragraph: ``(i) Defund the police.-- ``(I) In general.--The term `defund the police' means a situation in which-- ``(aa) a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State has a police budget for-- ``(AA) the fiscal year during which this paragraph is enacted that is lower in amount than such police budget for the fiscal year that includes January 1, 2000; or ``(BB) any fiscal year following the fiscal year during which this paragraph is enacted that is lower in amount than such police budget for the previous fiscal year; and ``(bb) such State, local government, or political subdivision has reallocated such police budget funds to other government agencies, evidenced by public statements, press releases, budget justifications, budget documentation, or any other materials. ``(B) Exemption.-- ``(i) In general.--The Secretary may grant an exemption from the requirements under subparagraph (A) if the State, local government, or political subdivision that defunds the police submits a written request to the Secretary and the Secretary approves such request. ``(ii) Contents.--A request submitted under clause (i) shall include-- ``(I) the justification for the requested exemption from the requirements of subparagraph (A); and ``(II) a description of amount of funds a State, local government, or political subdivision intends to use for traffic control or traffic enforcement. (c) Report.--Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate a report describing the implementation of, and compliance with, the amendments made by this Act.

To prohibit a State or local government from using highway safety program funds for traffic control or traffic enforcement if such State or local government defunds the police, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Blocking Lawlessness from Undermining Enforcement Act'' or the ``BLUE Act''. SEC. 2. PROHIBITION ON USE OF FUNDS. (a) Highway Safety Programs.--Section 402(c) of title 23, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(5) Traffic control or traffic enforcement.-- ``(A) Prohibition.--A State, local government, or political subdivision of a State, may not expend funds apportioned to such State under this section, including funds transferred pursuant to section 405(a)(8), for traffic control or traffic enforcement if such State, local government, or political subdivision defunds the police. ``(C) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this paragraph may be construed to result in a reduction in the amount of funding a State may receive under this section. ``(D) Definitions.--In this paragraph: ``(i) Defund the police.-- ``(I) In general.--The term `defund the police' means a situation in which-- ``(aa) a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State has a police budget for-- ``(AA) the fiscal year during which this paragraph is enacted that is lower in amount than such police budget for the fiscal year that includes January 1, 2000; or ``(BB) any fiscal year following the fiscal year during which this paragraph is enacted that is lower in amount than such police budget for the previous fiscal year; and ``(bb) such State, local government, or political subdivision has reallocated such police budget funds to other government agencies, evidenced by public statements, press releases, budget justifications, budget documentation, or any other materials. ``(II) Exclusions.--The term `defund the police' does not include a situation in which-- ``(aa) a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State reduces funding for a police department if the reduction of such funding is part of an overall budget reduction; or ``(bb) a police chief of a police department has decided to reallocate funds made available to such police department to psychological and mental health programs. ``(ii) Traffic control or traffic enforcement.--The term `traffic control or traffic enforcement' means a service provided by law enforcement officers in a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State that includes directing traffic, addressing traffic infractions on roadways, or serving in a traffic or roads policing unit enforcing rules of the road.''. (b) National Priority Safety Programs.--Section 405(a) of title 23, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(11) Use of funds.-- ``(A) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State receiving a grant under this section may not use such grant for traffic control or traffic enforcement (as such term is defined in section 402(c)(5)(D)) if such State, local government, or political subdivision defunds the police (as such term is defined in section 402(c)(5)(D)). ``(B) Exemption.-- ``(i) In general.--The Secretary may grant an exemption from the requirements under subparagraph (A) if the State, local government, or political subdivision that defunds the police submits a written request to the Secretary and the Secretary approves such request. ``(ii) Contents.--A request submitted under clause (i) shall include-- ``(I) the justification for the requested exemption from the requirements of subparagraph (A); and ``(II) a description of amount of funds a State, local government, or political subdivision intends to use for traffic control or traffic enforcement. ``(C) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this paragraph may be construed to result in a reduction in the amount of funding a State may receive under this section.''. (c) Report.--Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate a report describing the implementation of, and compliance with, the amendments made by this Act. <all>

To prohibit a State or local government from using highway safety program funds for traffic control or traffic enforcement if such State or local government defunds the police, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Blocking Lawlessness from Undermining Enforcement Act'' or the ``BLUE Act''. SEC. 2. PROHIBITION ON USE OF FUNDS. (a) Highway Safety Programs.--Section 402(c) of title 23, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(5) Traffic control or traffic enforcement.-- ``(A) Prohibition.--A State, local government, or political subdivision of a State, may not expend funds apportioned to such State under this section, including funds transferred pursuant to section 405(a)(8), for traffic control or traffic enforcement if such State, local government, or political subdivision defunds the police. ``(B) Exemption.-- ``(i) In general.--The Secretary may grant an exemption from the requirements under subparagraph (A) if the State, local government, or political subdivision that defunds the police submits a written request to the Secretary and the Secretary approves such request. ``(ii) Contents.--A request submitted under clause (i) shall include-- ``(I) the justification for the requested exemption from the requirements of subparagraph (A); and ``(II) a description of amount of funds a State, local government, or political subdivision intends to use for traffic control or traffic enforcement. ``(C) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this paragraph may be construed to result in a reduction in the amount of funding a State may receive under this section. ``(D) Definitions.--In this paragraph: ``(i) Defund the police.-- ``(I) In general.--The term `defund the police' means a situation in which-- ``(aa) a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State has a police budget for-- ``(AA) the fiscal year during which this paragraph is enacted that is lower in amount than such police budget for the fiscal year that includes January 1, 2000; or ``(BB) any fiscal year following the fiscal year during which this paragraph is enacted that is lower in amount than such police budget for the previous fiscal year; and ``(bb) such State, local government, or political subdivision has reallocated such police budget funds to other government agencies, evidenced by public statements, press releases, budget justifications, budget documentation, or any other materials. ``(II) Exclusions.--The term `defund the police' does not include a situation in which-- ``(aa) a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State reduces funding for a police department if the reduction of such funding is part of an overall budget reduction; or ``(bb) a police chief of a police department has decided to reallocate funds made available to such police department to psychological and mental health programs. ``(ii) Traffic control or traffic enforcement.--The term `traffic control or traffic enforcement' means a service provided by law enforcement officers in a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State that includes directing traffic, addressing traffic infractions on roadways, or serving in a traffic or roads policing unit enforcing rules of the road.''. (b) National Priority Safety Programs.--Section 405(a) of title 23, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(11) Use of funds.-- ``(A) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State receiving a grant under this section may not use such grant for traffic control or traffic enforcement (as such term is defined in section 402(c)(5)(D)) if such State, local government, or political subdivision defunds the police (as such term is defined in section 402(c)(5)(D)). ``(B) Exemption.-- ``(i) In general.--The Secretary may grant an exemption from the requirements under subparagraph (A) if the State, local government, or political subdivision that defunds the police submits a written request to the Secretary and the Secretary approves such request. ``(ii) Contents.--A request submitted under clause (i) shall include-- ``(I) the justification for the requested exemption from the requirements of subparagraph (A); and ``(II) a description of amount of funds a State, local government, or political subdivision intends to use for traffic control or traffic enforcement. ``(C) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this paragraph may be construed to result in a reduction in the amount of funding a State may receive under this section.''. (c) Report.--Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate a report describing the implementation of, and compliance with, the amendments made by this Act. <all>

To prohibit a State or local government from using highway safety program funds for traffic control or traffic enforcement if such State or local government defunds the police, and for other purposes. ``(ii) Contents.--A request submitted under clause (i) shall include-- ``(I) the justification for the requested exemption from the requirements of subparagraph (A); and ``(II) a description of amount of funds a State, local government, or political subdivision intends to use for traffic control or traffic enforcement. ``(C) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this paragraph may be construed to result in a reduction in the amount of funding a State may receive under this section. ``(II) Exclusions.--The term `defund the police' does not include a situation in which-- ``(aa) a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State reduces funding for a police department if the reduction of such funding is part of an overall budget reduction; or ``(bb) a police chief of a police department has decided to reallocate funds made available to such police department to psychological and mental health programs. ``(ii) Traffic control or traffic enforcement.--The term `traffic control or traffic enforcement' means a service provided by law enforcement officers in a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State that includes directing traffic, addressing traffic infractions on roadways, or serving in a traffic or roads policing unit enforcing rules of the road.''. ( ``(ii) Contents.--A request submitted under clause (i) shall include-- ``(I) the justification for the requested exemption from the requirements of subparagraph (A); and ``(II) a description of amount of funds a State, local government, or political subdivision intends to use for traffic control or traffic enforcement. ``(C) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this paragraph may be construed to result in a reduction in the amount of funding a State may receive under this section.''. ( c) Report.--Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate a report describing the implementation of, and compliance with, the amendments made by this Act.

To prohibit a State or local government from using highway safety program funds for traffic control or traffic enforcement if such State or local government defunds the police, and for other purposes. ``(ii) Contents.--A request submitted under clause (i) shall include-- ``(I) the justification for the requested exemption from the requirements of subparagraph (A); and ``(II) a description of amount of funds a State, local government, or political subdivision intends to use for traffic control or traffic enforcement. ``(II) Exclusions.--The term `defund the police' does not include a situation in which-- ``(aa) a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State reduces funding for a police department if the reduction of such funding is part of an overall budget reduction; or ``(bb) a police chief of a police department has decided to reallocate funds made available to such police department to psychological and mental health programs. ``(ii) Traffic control or traffic enforcement.--The term `traffic control or traffic enforcement' means a service provided by law enforcement officers in a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State that includes directing traffic, addressing traffic infractions on roadways, or serving in a traffic or roads policing unit enforcing rules of the road.''. ( ``(B) Exemption.-- ``(i) In general.--The Secretary may grant an exemption from the requirements under subparagraph (A) if the State, local government, or political subdivision that defunds the police submits a written request to the Secretary and the Secretary approves such request. ``(ii) Contents.--A request submitted under clause (i) shall include-- ``(I) the justification for the requested exemption from the requirements of subparagraph (A); and ``(II) a description of amount of funds a State, local government, or political subdivision intends to use for traffic control or traffic enforcement.

To prohibit a State or local government from using highway safety program funds for traffic control or traffic enforcement if such State or local government defunds the police, and for other purposes. ``(ii) Contents.--A request submitted under clause (i) shall include-- ``(I) the justification for the requested exemption from the requirements of subparagraph (A); and ``(II) a description of amount of funds a State, local government, or political subdivision intends to use for traffic control or traffic enforcement. ``(II) Exclusions.--The term `defund the police' does not include a situation in which-- ``(aa) a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State reduces funding for a police department if the reduction of such funding is part of an overall budget reduction; or ``(bb) a police chief of a police department has decided to reallocate funds made available to such police department to psychological and mental health programs. ``(ii) Traffic control or traffic enforcement.--The term `traffic control or traffic enforcement' means a service provided by law enforcement officers in a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State that includes directing traffic, addressing traffic infractions on roadways, or serving in a traffic or roads policing unit enforcing rules of the road.''. ( ``(B) Exemption.-- ``(i) In general.--The Secretary may grant an exemption from the requirements under subparagraph (A) if the State, local government, or political subdivision that defunds the police submits a written request to the Secretary and the Secretary approves such request. ``(ii) Contents.--A request submitted under clause (i) shall include-- ``(I) the justification for the requested exemption from the requirements of subparagraph (A); and ``(II) a description of amount of funds a State, local government, or political subdivision intends to use for traffic control or traffic enforcement.

To prohibit a State or local government from using highway safety program funds for traffic control or traffic enforcement if such State or local government defunds the police, and for other purposes. ``(ii) Contents.--A request submitted under clause (i) shall include-- ``(I) the justification for the requested exemption from the requirements of subparagraph (A); and ``(II) a description of amount of funds a State, local government, or political subdivision intends to use for traffic control or traffic enforcement. ``(C) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this paragraph may be construed to result in a reduction in the amount of funding a State may receive under this section. ``(II) Exclusions.--The term `defund the police' does not include a situation in which-- ``(aa) a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State reduces funding for a police department if the reduction of such funding is part of an overall budget reduction; or ``(bb) a police chief of a police department has decided to reallocate funds made available to such police department to psychological and mental health programs. ``(ii) Traffic control or traffic enforcement.--The term `traffic control or traffic enforcement' means a service provided by law enforcement officers in a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State that includes directing traffic, addressing traffic infractions on roadways, or serving in a traffic or roads policing unit enforcing rules of the road.''. ( ``(ii) Contents.--A request submitted under clause (i) shall include-- ``(I) the justification for the requested exemption from the requirements of subparagraph (A); and ``(II) a description of amount of funds a State, local government, or political subdivision intends to use for traffic control or traffic enforcement. ``(C) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this paragraph may be construed to result in a reduction in the amount of funding a State may receive under this section.''. ( c) Report.--Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate a report describing the implementation of, and compliance with, the amendments made by this Act.

To prohibit a State or local government from using highway safety program funds for traffic control or traffic enforcement if such State or local government defunds the police, and for other purposes. ``(ii) Contents.--A request submitted under clause (i) shall include-- ``(I) the justification for the requested exemption from the requirements of subparagraph (A); and ``(II) a description of amount of funds a State, local government, or political subdivision intends to use for traffic control or traffic enforcement. ``(II) Exclusions.--The term `defund the police' does not include a situation in which-- ``(aa) a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State reduces funding for a police department if the reduction of such funding is part of an overall budget reduction; or ``(bb) a police chief of a police department has decided to reallocate funds made available to such police department to psychological and mental health programs. ``(ii) Traffic control or traffic enforcement.--The term `traffic control or traffic enforcement' means a service provided by law enforcement officers in a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State that includes directing traffic, addressing traffic infractions on roadways, or serving in a traffic or roads policing unit enforcing rules of the road.''. ( ``(B) Exemption.-- ``(i) In general.--The Secretary may grant an exemption from the requirements under subparagraph (A) if the State, local government, or political subdivision that defunds the police submits a written request to the Secretary and the Secretary approves such request. ``(ii) Contents.--A request submitted under clause (i) shall include-- ``(I) the justification for the requested exemption from the requirements of subparagraph (A); and ``(II) a description of amount of funds a State, local government, or political subdivision intends to use for traffic control or traffic enforcement.

To prohibit a State or local government from using highway safety program funds for traffic control or traffic enforcement if such State or local government defunds the police, and for other purposes. ``(ii) Contents.--A request submitted under clause (i) shall include-- ``(I) the justification for the requested exemption from the requirements of subparagraph (A); and ``(II) a description of amount of funds a State, local government, or political subdivision intends to use for traffic control or traffic enforcement. ``(C) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this paragraph may be construed to result in a reduction in the amount of funding a State may receive under this section. ``(II) Exclusions.--The term `defund the police' does not include a situation in which-- ``(aa) a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State reduces funding for a police department if the reduction of such funding is part of an overall budget reduction; or ``(bb) a police chief of a police department has decided to reallocate funds made available to such police department to psychological and mental health programs. ``(ii) Traffic control or traffic enforcement.--The term `traffic control or traffic enforcement' means a service provided by law enforcement officers in a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State that includes directing traffic, addressing traffic infractions on roadways, or serving in a traffic or roads policing unit enforcing rules of the road.''. ( ``(ii) Contents.--A request submitted under clause (i) shall include-- ``(I) the justification for the requested exemption from the requirements of subparagraph (A); and ``(II) a description of amount of funds a State, local government, or political subdivision intends to use for traffic control or traffic enforcement. ``(C) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this paragraph may be construed to result in a reduction in the amount of funding a State may receive under this section.''. ( c) Report.--Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate a report describing the implementation of, and compliance with, the amendments made by this Act.

To prohibit a State or local government from using highway safety program funds for traffic control or traffic enforcement if such State or local government defunds the police, and for other purposes. ``(ii) Contents.--A request submitted under clause (i) shall include-- ``(I) the justification for the requested exemption from the requirements of subparagraph (A); and ``(II) a description of amount of funds a State, local government, or political subdivision intends to use for traffic control or traffic enforcement. ``(II) Exclusions.--The term `defund the police' does not include a situation in which-- ``(aa) a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State reduces funding for a police department if the reduction of such funding is part of an overall budget reduction; or ``(bb) a police chief of a police department has decided to reallocate funds made available to such police department to psychological and mental health programs. ``(ii) Traffic control or traffic enforcement.--The term `traffic control or traffic enforcement' means a service provided by law enforcement officers in a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State that includes directing traffic, addressing traffic infractions on roadways, or serving in a traffic or roads policing unit enforcing rules of the road.''. ( ``(B) Exemption.-- ``(i) In general.--The Secretary may grant an exemption from the requirements under subparagraph (A) if the State, local government, or political subdivision that defunds the police submits a written request to the Secretary and the Secretary approves such request. ``(ii) Contents.--A request submitted under clause (i) shall include-- ``(I) the justification for the requested exemption from the requirements of subparagraph (A); and ``(II) a description of amount of funds a State, local government, or political subdivision intends to use for traffic control or traffic enforcement.

To prohibit a State or local government from using highway safety program funds for traffic control or traffic enforcement if such State or local government defunds the police, and for other purposes. ``(ii) Contents.--A request submitted under clause (i) shall include-- ``(I) the justification for the requested exemption from the requirements of subparagraph (A); and ``(II) a description of amount of funds a State, local government, or political subdivision intends to use for traffic control or traffic enforcement. ``(C) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this paragraph may be construed to result in a reduction in the amount of funding a State may receive under this section. ``(II) Exclusions.--The term `defund the police' does not include a situation in which-- ``(aa) a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State reduces funding for a police department if the reduction of such funding is part of an overall budget reduction; or ``(bb) a police chief of a police department has decided to reallocate funds made available to such police department to psychological and mental health programs. ``(ii) Traffic control or traffic enforcement.--The term `traffic control or traffic enforcement' means a service provided by law enforcement officers in a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State that includes directing traffic, addressing traffic infractions on roadways, or serving in a traffic or roads policing unit enforcing rules of the road.''. ( ``(ii) Contents.--A request submitted under clause (i) shall include-- ``(I) the justification for the requested exemption from the requirements of subparagraph (A); and ``(II) a description of amount of funds a State, local government, or political subdivision intends to use for traffic control or traffic enforcement. ``(C) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this paragraph may be construed to result in a reduction in the amount of funding a State may receive under this section.''. ( c) Report.--Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate a report describing the implementation of, and compliance with, the amendments made by this Act.

To prohibit a State or local government from using highway safety program funds for traffic control or traffic enforcement if such State or local government defunds the police, and for other purposes. ``(ii) Contents.--A request submitted under clause (i) shall include-- ``(I) the justification for the requested exemption from the requirements of subparagraph (A); and ``(II) a description of amount of funds a State, local government, or political subdivision intends to use for traffic control or traffic enforcement. ``(II) Exclusions.--The term `defund the police' does not include a situation in which-- ``(aa) a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State reduces funding for a police department if the reduction of such funding is part of an overall budget reduction; or ``(bb) a police chief of a police department has decided to reallocate funds made available to such police department to psychological and mental health programs. ``(ii) Traffic control or traffic enforcement.--The term `traffic control or traffic enforcement' means a service provided by law enforcement officers in a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State that includes directing traffic, addressing traffic infractions on roadways, or serving in a traffic or roads policing unit enforcing rules of the road.''. ( ``(B) Exemption.-- ``(i) In general.--The Secretary may grant an exemption from the requirements under subparagraph (A) if the State, local government, or political subdivision that defunds the police submits a written request to the Secretary and the Secretary approves such request. ``(ii) Contents.--A request submitted under clause (i) shall include-- ``(I) the justification for the requested exemption from the requirements of subparagraph (A); and ``(II) a description of amount of funds a State, local government, or political subdivision intends to use for traffic control or traffic enforcement.

To prohibit a State or local government from using highway safety program funds for traffic control or traffic enforcement if such State or local government defunds the police, and for other purposes. ``(ii) Contents.--A request submitted under clause (i) shall include-- ``(I) the justification for the requested exemption from the requirements of subparagraph (A); and ``(II) a description of amount of funds a State, local government, or political subdivision intends to use for traffic control or traffic enforcement. ``(C) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this paragraph may be construed to result in a reduction in the amount of funding a State may receive under this section. ``(II) Exclusions.--The term `defund the police' does not include a situation in which-- ``(aa) a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State reduces funding for a police department if the reduction of such funding is part of an overall budget reduction; or ``(bb) a police chief of a police department has decided to reallocate funds made available to such police department to psychological and mental health programs. ``(ii) Traffic control or traffic enforcement.--The term `traffic control or traffic enforcement' means a service provided by law enforcement officers in a State, local government, or political subdivision of a State that includes directing traffic, addressing traffic infractions on roadways, or serving in a traffic or roads policing unit enforcing rules of the road.''. ( ``(ii) Contents.--A request submitted under clause (i) shall include-- ``(I) the justification for the requested exemption from the requirements of subparagraph (A); and ``(II) a description of amount of funds a State, local government, or political subdivision intends to use for traffic control or traffic enforcement. ``(C) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this paragraph may be construed to result in a reduction in the amount of funding a State may receive under this section.''. ( c) Report.--Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate a report describing the implementation of, and compliance with, the amendments made by this Act.

H.R.4339

Armed Forces and National Security

Military PFAS Testing Disclosure Act This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to immediately publicly disclose the results of any testing for perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly referred to as PFAS, conducted on or at specified sites (i.e., areas surrounding DOD military installations in the United States, formerly used defense sites, and state-owned facilities of the National Guard). DOD must also disclose the expected timing and location of any planned testing for PFAS conducted at the specified sites. DOD may satisfy the disclosure requirements by publishing the information, data sets, and results relating to the testing on a publicly available DOD website or in the Federal Register. Prior to conducting any testing for PFAS, DOD must provide notice in writing to (1) the managers of the public water system and the publicly owned treatment works serving the areas located immediately adjacent to the military installation being tested, (2) the municipal government serving the areas located immediately adjacent to the military installation being tested, and (3) all Restoration Advisory Board members for the military installation where the testing is to occur. DOD must test for any PFAS for which a method of measurement in drinking water has been validated by the Environmental Protection Agency.

To direct the Secretary of Defense to publicly disclose the results of Department of Defense perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Military PFAS Testing Disclosure Act''. SEC. 2. PUBLIC DISCLOSURE OF RESULTS OF DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE TESTING FOR PERFLUOROALKYL OR POLYFLUOROALKYL SUBSTANCES. (a) Public Disclosure of PFAS Testing.--Upon receipt of testing results, the Secretary of Defense shall immediately publicly disclose the results of any testing for perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances (commonly referred to as ``PFAS'') conducted on or at areas surrounding military installations of the Department of Defense in the United States, formerly used defense sites, and State-owned facilities of the National Guard including-- (1) all such testing results conducted by the Department of Defense; and (2) all such testing results conducted by a non-Department entity (including any Federal agency and any public or private entity) under contract by or pursuant to an agreement with the Department of Defense. (b) Public Disclosure of Planned PFAS Testing.--Not later than 60 days after the date of the enactment of the Act, and every 90 days thereafter, the Secretary of Defense shall disclose the expected timing and location of any planned testing for perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances conducted on or at areas surrounding military installations of the Department of Defense in the United States, formerly used defense sites, or State-owned facilities of the National Guard including-- (1) all such testing to be conducted by the Department of Defense; and (2) all such testing results to be conducted by a non- Department entity (including any Federal agency and any public or private entity) under contract by or pursuant to an agreement with the Department of Defense. (c) Nature of Disclosure.--The Secretary of Defense may satisfy the disclosure requirements under subsections (a) and (b) by publishing the information, datasets, and results relating to the testing referred to in such subsection-- (1) on the publicly available website established under section 331(b) of the National Defense Authorization Act of 2020 (Public Law 116-92); (2) on another publicly available website of the Department of Defense; or (3) in the Federal Register. (d) Requirements.--The information required to be disclosed by the Secretary of Defense under subsections (a) and (b) and published under subsection (c) shall-- (1) constitute a record for the purposes of chapter 21, 29, 31, and 33 of title 44, United States Code; and (2) include any underlying datasets or additional information of interest to the public, as determined by the Secretary of Defense. (e) Local Notification.--Prior to conducting any testing for perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, the Secretary of Defense shall provide notice in writing to-- (1) the managers of the public water system and the publicly owned treatment works serving the areas located immediately adjacent to the military installation where such testing is to occur; (2) the municipal government serving the areas located immediately adjacent to the military installation where such testing is to occur; and (3) all Restoration Advisory Board members for the military installation where such testing is to occur. (f) Testing.--When testing for perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, the Secretary of Defense shall test for any perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substance for which a method of measuring the amount of such substance in drinking water has been validated by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. (g) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``formerly used defense site'' means any site formerly used by the Department of Defense or National Guard eligible for environmental restoration by the Secretary of Defense funded under the ``Environmental Restoration Account, Formerly Used Defense Sites'' account established under section 2703(a)(5) of title 10, United States Code. (2) The term ``military installation'' has the meaning given such term in section 2801(c)(4) of title 10, United States Code. (3) The term ``perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substance'' means any man-made chemical with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom. (4) The term ``public water system'' has the meaning given such term under section 1401(4) of the Safe Drinking Water Act (42 U.S.C. 300f(4)). (5) The term ``treatment works'' has the meaning given such term in section 212(2) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1292(2)). <all>

Military PFAS Testing Disclosure Act

To direct the Secretary of Defense to publicly disclose the results of Department of Defense perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, and for other purposes.

Military PFAS Testing Disclosure Act

Rep. Slotkin, Elissa

D

MI

This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to immediately publicly disclose the results of any testing for perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly referred to as PFAS, conducted on or at specified sites (i.e., areas surrounding DOD military installations in the United States, formerly used defense sites, and state-owned facilities of the National Guard). DOD must also disclose the expected timing and location of any planned testing for PFAS conducted at the specified sites. DOD may satisfy the disclosure requirements by publishing the information, data sets, and results relating to the testing on a publicly available DOD website or in the Federal Register. Prior to conducting any testing for PFAS, DOD must provide notice in writing to (1) the managers of the public water system and the publicly owned treatment works serving the areas located immediately adjacent to the military installation being tested, (2) the municipal government serving the areas located immediately adjacent to the military installation being tested, and (3) all Restoration Advisory Board members for the military installation where the testing is to occur. DOD must test for any PFAS for which a method of measurement in drinking water has been validated by the Environmental Protection Agency.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Military PFAS Testing Disclosure Act''. SEC. 2. PUBLIC DISCLOSURE OF RESULTS OF DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE TESTING FOR PERFLUOROALKYL OR POLYFLUOROALKYL SUBSTANCES. (b) Public Disclosure of Planned PFAS Testing.--Not later than 60 days after the date of the enactment of the Act, and every 90 days thereafter, the Secretary of Defense shall disclose the expected timing and location of any planned testing for perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances conducted on or at areas surrounding military installations of the Department of Defense in the United States, formerly used defense sites, or State-owned facilities of the National Guard including-- (1) all such testing to be conducted by the Department of Defense; and (2) all such testing results to be conducted by a non- Department entity (including any Federal agency and any public or private entity) under contract by or pursuant to an agreement with the Department of Defense. (d) Requirements.--The information required to be disclosed by the Secretary of Defense under subsections (a) and (b) and published under subsection (c) shall-- (1) constitute a record for the purposes of chapter 21, 29, 31, and 33 of title 44, United States Code; and (2) include any underlying datasets or additional information of interest to the public, as determined by the Secretary of Defense. (e) Local Notification.--Prior to conducting any testing for perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, the Secretary of Defense shall provide notice in writing to-- (1) the managers of the public water system and the publicly owned treatment works serving the areas located immediately adjacent to the military installation where such testing is to occur; (2) the municipal government serving the areas located immediately adjacent to the military installation where such testing is to occur; and (3) all Restoration Advisory Board members for the military installation where such testing is to occur. (g) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``formerly used defense site'' means any site formerly used by the Department of Defense or National Guard eligible for environmental restoration by the Secretary of Defense funded under the ``Environmental Restoration Account, Formerly Used Defense Sites'' account established under section 2703(a)(5) of title 10, United States Code. (2) The term ``military installation'' has the meaning given such term in section 2801(c)(4) of title 10, United States Code. (3) The term ``perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substance'' means any man-made chemical with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom. 300f(4)). 1292(2)).

This Act may be cited as the ``Military PFAS Testing Disclosure Act''. 2. PUBLIC DISCLOSURE OF RESULTS OF DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE TESTING FOR PERFLUOROALKYL OR POLYFLUOROALKYL SUBSTANCES. (b) Public Disclosure of Planned PFAS Testing.--Not later than 60 days after the date of the enactment of the Act, and every 90 days thereafter, the Secretary of Defense shall disclose the expected timing and location of any planned testing for perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances conducted on or at areas surrounding military installations of the Department of Defense in the United States, formerly used defense sites, or State-owned facilities of the National Guard including-- (1) all such testing to be conducted by the Department of Defense; and (2) all such testing results to be conducted by a non- Department entity (including any Federal agency and any public or private entity) under contract by or pursuant to an agreement with the Department of Defense. (e) Local Notification.--Prior to conducting any testing for perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, the Secretary of Defense shall provide notice in writing to-- (1) the managers of the public water system and the publicly owned treatment works serving the areas located immediately adjacent to the military installation where such testing is to occur; (2) the municipal government serving the areas located immediately adjacent to the military installation where such testing is to occur; and (3) all Restoration Advisory Board members for the military installation where such testing is to occur. (g) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``formerly used defense site'' means any site formerly used by the Department of Defense or National Guard eligible for environmental restoration by the Secretary of Defense funded under the ``Environmental Restoration Account, Formerly Used Defense Sites'' account established under section 2703(a)(5) of title 10, United States Code. (2) The term ``military installation'' has the meaning given such term in section 2801(c)(4) of title 10, United States Code.

To direct the Secretary of Defense to publicly disclose the results of Department of Defense perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Military PFAS Testing Disclosure Act''. SEC. 2. PUBLIC DISCLOSURE OF RESULTS OF DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE TESTING FOR PERFLUOROALKYL OR POLYFLUOROALKYL SUBSTANCES. (a) Public Disclosure of PFAS Testing.--Upon receipt of testing results, the Secretary of Defense shall immediately publicly disclose the results of any testing for perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances (commonly referred to as ``PFAS'') conducted on or at areas surrounding military installations of the Department of Defense in the United States, formerly used defense sites, and State-owned facilities of the National Guard including-- (1) all such testing results conducted by the Department of Defense; and (2) all such testing results conducted by a non-Department entity (including any Federal agency and any public or private entity) under contract by or pursuant to an agreement with the Department of Defense. (b) Public Disclosure of Planned PFAS Testing.--Not later than 60 days after the date of the enactment of the Act, and every 90 days thereafter, the Secretary of Defense shall disclose the expected timing and location of any planned testing for perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances conducted on or at areas surrounding military installations of the Department of Defense in the United States, formerly used defense sites, or State-owned facilities of the National Guard including-- (1) all such testing to be conducted by the Department of Defense; and (2) all such testing results to be conducted by a non- Department entity (including any Federal agency and any public or private entity) under contract by or pursuant to an agreement with the Department of Defense. (c) Nature of Disclosure.--The Secretary of Defense may satisfy the disclosure requirements under subsections (a) and (b) by publishing the information, datasets, and results relating to the testing referred to in such subsection-- (1) on the publicly available website established under section 331(b) of the National Defense Authorization Act of 2020 (Public Law 116-92); (2) on another publicly available website of the Department of Defense; or (3) in the Federal Register. (d) Requirements.--The information required to be disclosed by the Secretary of Defense under subsections (a) and (b) and published under subsection (c) shall-- (1) constitute a record for the purposes of chapter 21, 29, 31, and 33 of title 44, United States Code; and (2) include any underlying datasets or additional information of interest to the public, as determined by the Secretary of Defense. (e) Local Notification.--Prior to conducting any testing for perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, the Secretary of Defense shall provide notice in writing to-- (1) the managers of the public water system and the publicly owned treatment works serving the areas located immediately adjacent to the military installation where such testing is to occur; (2) the municipal government serving the areas located immediately adjacent to the military installation where such testing is to occur; and (3) all Restoration Advisory Board members for the military installation where such testing is to occur. (f) Testing.--When testing for perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, the Secretary of Defense shall test for any perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substance for which a method of measuring the amount of such substance in drinking water has been validated by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. (g) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``formerly used defense site'' means any site formerly used by the Department of Defense or National Guard eligible for environmental restoration by the Secretary of Defense funded under the ``Environmental Restoration Account, Formerly Used Defense Sites'' account established under section 2703(a)(5) of title 10, United States Code. (2) The term ``military installation'' has the meaning given such term in section 2801(c)(4) of title 10, United States Code. (3) The term ``perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substance'' means any man-made chemical with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom. (4) The term ``public water system'' has the meaning given such term under section 1401(4) of the Safe Drinking Water Act (42 U.S.C. 300f(4)). (5) The term ``treatment works'' has the meaning given such term in section 212(2) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1292(2)). <all>

To direct the Secretary of Defense to publicly disclose the results of Department of Defense perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Military PFAS Testing Disclosure Act''. SEC. 2. PUBLIC DISCLOSURE OF RESULTS OF DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE TESTING FOR PERFLUOROALKYL OR POLYFLUOROALKYL SUBSTANCES. (a) Public Disclosure of PFAS Testing.--Upon receipt of testing results, the Secretary of Defense shall immediately publicly disclose the results of any testing for perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances (commonly referred to as ``PFAS'') conducted on or at areas surrounding military installations of the Department of Defense in the United States, formerly used defense sites, and State-owned facilities of the National Guard including-- (1) all such testing results conducted by the Department of Defense; and (2) all such testing results conducted by a non-Department entity (including any Federal agency and any public or private entity) under contract by or pursuant to an agreement with the Department of Defense. (b) Public Disclosure of Planned PFAS Testing.--Not later than 60 days after the date of the enactment of the Act, and every 90 days thereafter, the Secretary of Defense shall disclose the expected timing and location of any planned testing for perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances conducted on or at areas surrounding military installations of the Department of Defense in the United States, formerly used defense sites, or State-owned facilities of the National Guard including-- (1) all such testing to be conducted by the Department of Defense; and (2) all such testing results to be conducted by a non- Department entity (including any Federal agency and any public or private entity) under contract by or pursuant to an agreement with the Department of Defense. (c) Nature of Disclosure.--The Secretary of Defense may satisfy the disclosure requirements under subsections (a) and (b) by publishing the information, datasets, and results relating to the testing referred to in such subsection-- (1) on the publicly available website established under section 331(b) of the National Defense Authorization Act of 2020 (Public Law 116-92); (2) on another publicly available website of the Department of Defense; or (3) in the Federal Register. (d) Requirements.--The information required to be disclosed by the Secretary of Defense under subsections (a) and (b) and published under subsection (c) shall-- (1) constitute a record for the purposes of chapter 21, 29, 31, and 33 of title 44, United States Code; and (2) include any underlying datasets or additional information of interest to the public, as determined by the Secretary of Defense. (e) Local Notification.--Prior to conducting any testing for perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, the Secretary of Defense shall provide notice in writing to-- (1) the managers of the public water system and the publicly owned treatment works serving the areas located immediately adjacent to the military installation where such testing is to occur; (2) the municipal government serving the areas located immediately adjacent to the military installation where such testing is to occur; and (3) all Restoration Advisory Board members for the military installation where such testing is to occur. (f) Testing.--When testing for perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, the Secretary of Defense shall test for any perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substance for which a method of measuring the amount of such substance in drinking water has been validated by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. (g) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``formerly used defense site'' means any site formerly used by the Department of Defense or National Guard eligible for environmental restoration by the Secretary of Defense funded under the ``Environmental Restoration Account, Formerly Used Defense Sites'' account established under section 2703(a)(5) of title 10, United States Code. (2) The term ``military installation'' has the meaning given such term in section 2801(c)(4) of title 10, United States Code. (3) The term ``perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substance'' means any man-made chemical with at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom. (4) The term ``public water system'' has the meaning given such term under section 1401(4) of the Safe Drinking Water Act (42 U.S.C. 300f(4)). (5) The term ``treatment works'' has the meaning given such term in section 212(2) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1292(2)). <all>

To direct the Secretary of Defense to publicly disclose the results of Department of Defense perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Military PFAS Testing Disclosure Act''. c) Nature of Disclosure.--The Secretary of Defense may satisfy the disclosure requirements under subsections (a) and (b) by publishing the information, datasets, and results relating to the testing referred to in such subsection-- (1) on the publicly available website established under section 331(b) of the National Defense Authorization Act of 2020 (Public Law 116-92); (2) on another publicly available website of the Department of Defense; or (3) in the Federal Register. (d) Requirements.--The information required to be disclosed by the Secretary of Defense under subsections (a) and (b) and published under subsection (c) shall-- (1) constitute a record for the purposes of chapter 21, 29, 31, and 33 of title 44, United States Code; and (2) include any underlying datasets or additional information of interest to the public, as determined by the Secretary of Defense. ( f) Testing.--When testing for perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, the Secretary of Defense shall test for any perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substance for which a method of measuring the amount of such substance in drinking water has been validated by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. (g) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``formerly used defense site'' means any site formerly used by the Department of Defense or National Guard eligible for environmental restoration by the Secretary of Defense funded under the ``Environmental Restoration Account, Formerly Used Defense Sites'' account established under section 2703(a)(5) of title 10, United States Code. ( 4) The term ``public water system'' has the meaning given such term under section 1401(4) of the Safe Drinking Water Act (42 U.S.C. 300f(4)). (

To direct the Secretary of Defense to publicly disclose the results of Department of Defense perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Military PFAS Testing Disclosure Act''. (c) Nature of Disclosure.--The Secretary of Defense may satisfy the disclosure requirements under subsections (a) and (b) by publishing the information, datasets, and results relating to the testing referred to in such subsection-- (1) on the publicly available website established under section 331(b) of the National Defense Authorization Act of 2020 (Public Law 116-92); (2) on another publicly available website of the Department of Defense; or (3) in the Federal Register. ( g) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``formerly used defense site'' means any site formerly used by the Department of Defense or National Guard eligible for environmental restoration by the Secretary of Defense funded under the ``Environmental Restoration Account, Formerly Used Defense Sites'' account established under section 2703(a)(5) of title 10, United States Code. ( (4) The term ``public water system'' has the meaning given such term under section 1401(4) of the Safe Drinking Water Act (42 U.S.C. 300f(4)). ( 5) The term ``treatment works'' has the meaning given such term in section 212(2) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1292(2)).

To direct the Secretary of Defense to publicly disclose the results of Department of Defense perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Military PFAS Testing Disclosure Act''. (c) Nature of Disclosure.--The Secretary of Defense may satisfy the disclosure requirements under subsections (a) and (b) by publishing the information, datasets, and results relating to the testing referred to in such subsection-- (1) on the publicly available website established under section 331(b) of the National Defense Authorization Act of 2020 (Public Law 116-92); (2) on another publicly available website of the Department of Defense; or (3) in the Federal Register. ( g) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``formerly used defense site'' means any site formerly used by the Department of Defense or National Guard eligible for environmental restoration by the Secretary of Defense funded under the ``Environmental Restoration Account, Formerly Used Defense Sites'' account established under section 2703(a)(5) of title 10, United States Code. ( (4) The term ``public water system'' has the meaning given such term under section 1401(4) of the Safe Drinking Water Act (42 U.S.C. 300f(4)). ( 5) The term ``treatment works'' has the meaning given such term in section 212(2) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1292(2)).

To direct the Secretary of Defense to publicly disclose the results of Department of Defense perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Military PFAS Testing Disclosure Act''. c) Nature of Disclosure.--The Secretary of Defense may satisfy the disclosure requirements under subsections (a) and (b) by publishing the information, datasets, and results relating to the testing referred to in such subsection-- (1) on the publicly available website established under section 331(b) of the National Defense Authorization Act of 2020 (Public Law 116-92); (2) on another publicly available website of the Department of Defense; or (3) in the Federal Register. (d) Requirements.--The information required to be disclosed by the Secretary of Defense under subsections (a) and (b) and published under subsection (c) shall-- (1) constitute a record for the purposes of chapter 21, 29, 31, and 33 of title 44, United States Code; and (2) include any underlying datasets or additional information of interest to the public, as determined by the Secretary of Defense. ( f) Testing.--When testing for perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, the Secretary of Defense shall test for any perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substance for which a method of measuring the amount of such substance in drinking water has been validated by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. (g) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``formerly used defense site'' means any site formerly used by the Department of Defense or National Guard eligible for environmental restoration by the Secretary of Defense funded under the ``Environmental Restoration Account, Formerly Used Defense Sites'' account established under section 2703(a)(5) of title 10, United States Code. ( 4) The term ``public water system'' has the meaning given such term under section 1401(4) of the Safe Drinking Water Act (42 U.S.C. 300f(4)). (

To direct the Secretary of Defense to publicly disclose the results of Department of Defense perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Military PFAS Testing Disclosure Act''. (c) Nature of Disclosure.--The Secretary of Defense may satisfy the disclosure requirements under subsections (a) and (b) by publishing the information, datasets, and results relating to the testing referred to in such subsection-- (1) on the publicly available website established under section 331(b) of the National Defense Authorization Act of 2020 (Public Law 116-92); (2) on another publicly available website of the Department of Defense; or (3) in the Federal Register. ( g) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``formerly used defense site'' means any site formerly used by the Department of Defense or National Guard eligible for environmental restoration by the Secretary of Defense funded under the ``Environmental Restoration Account, Formerly Used Defense Sites'' account established under section 2703(a)(5) of title 10, United States Code. ( (4) The term ``public water system'' has the meaning given such term under section 1401(4) of the Safe Drinking Water Act (42 U.S.C. 300f(4)). ( 5) The term ``treatment works'' has the meaning given such term in section 212(2) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1292(2)).

To direct the Secretary of Defense to publicly disclose the results of Department of Defense perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Military PFAS Testing Disclosure Act''. c) Nature of Disclosure.--The Secretary of Defense may satisfy the disclosure requirements under subsections (a) and (b) by publishing the information, datasets, and results relating to the testing referred to in such subsection-- (1) on the publicly available website established under section 331(b) of the National Defense Authorization Act of 2020 (Public Law 116-92); (2) on another publicly available website of the Department of Defense; or (3) in the Federal Register. (d) Requirements.--The information required to be disclosed by the Secretary of Defense under subsections (a) and (b) and published under subsection (c) shall-- (1) constitute a record for the purposes of chapter 21, 29, 31, and 33 of title 44, United States Code; and (2) include any underlying datasets or additional information of interest to the public, as determined by the Secretary of Defense. ( f) Testing.--When testing for perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, the Secretary of Defense shall test for any perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substance for which a method of measuring the amount of such substance in drinking water has been validated by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. (g) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``formerly used defense site'' means any site formerly used by the Department of Defense or National Guard eligible for environmental restoration by the Secretary of Defense funded under the ``Environmental Restoration Account, Formerly Used Defense Sites'' account established under section 2703(a)(5) of title 10, United States Code. ( 4) The term ``public water system'' has the meaning given such term under section 1401(4) of the Safe Drinking Water Act (42 U.S.C. 300f(4)). (

To direct the Secretary of Defense to publicly disclose the results of Department of Defense perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Military PFAS Testing Disclosure Act''. (c) Nature of Disclosure.--The Secretary of Defense may satisfy the disclosure requirements under subsections (a) and (b) by publishing the information, datasets, and results relating to the testing referred to in such subsection-- (1) on the publicly available website established under section 331(b) of the National Defense Authorization Act of 2020 (Public Law 116-92); (2) on another publicly available website of the Department of Defense; or (3) in the Federal Register. ( g) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``formerly used defense site'' means any site formerly used by the Department of Defense or National Guard eligible for environmental restoration by the Secretary of Defense funded under the ``Environmental Restoration Account, Formerly Used Defense Sites'' account established under section 2703(a)(5) of title 10, United States Code. ( (4) The term ``public water system'' has the meaning given such term under section 1401(4) of the Safe Drinking Water Act (42 U.S.C. 300f(4)). ( 5) The term ``treatment works'' has the meaning given such term in section 212(2) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1292(2)).

To direct the Secretary of Defense to publicly disclose the results of Department of Defense perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Military PFAS Testing Disclosure Act''. c) Nature of Disclosure.--The Secretary of Defense may satisfy the disclosure requirements under subsections (a) and (b) by publishing the information, datasets, and results relating to the testing referred to in such subsection-- (1) on the publicly available website established under section 331(b) of the National Defense Authorization Act of 2020 (Public Law 116-92); (2) on another publicly available website of the Department of Defense; or (3) in the Federal Register. (d) Requirements.--The information required to be disclosed by the Secretary of Defense under subsections (a) and (b) and published under subsection (c) shall-- (1) constitute a record for the purposes of chapter 21, 29, 31, and 33 of title 44, United States Code; and (2) include any underlying datasets or additional information of interest to the public, as determined by the Secretary of Defense. ( f) Testing.--When testing for perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, the Secretary of Defense shall test for any perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substance for which a method of measuring the amount of such substance in drinking water has been validated by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. (g) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``formerly used defense site'' means any site formerly used by the Department of Defense or National Guard eligible for environmental restoration by the Secretary of Defense funded under the ``Environmental Restoration Account, Formerly Used Defense Sites'' account established under section 2703(a)(5) of title 10, United States Code. ( 4) The term ``public water system'' has the meaning given such term under section 1401(4) of the Safe Drinking Water Act (42 U.S.C. 300f(4)). (

To direct the Secretary of Defense to publicly disclose the results of Department of Defense perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Military PFAS Testing Disclosure Act''. (c) Nature of Disclosure.--The Secretary of Defense may satisfy the disclosure requirements under subsections (a) and (b) by publishing the information, datasets, and results relating to the testing referred to in such subsection-- (1) on the publicly available website established under section 331(b) of the National Defense Authorization Act of 2020 (Public Law 116-92); (2) on another publicly available website of the Department of Defense; or (3) in the Federal Register. ( g) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``formerly used defense site'' means any site formerly used by the Department of Defense or National Guard eligible for environmental restoration by the Secretary of Defense funded under the ``Environmental Restoration Account, Formerly Used Defense Sites'' account established under section 2703(a)(5) of title 10, United States Code. ( (4) The term ``public water system'' has the meaning given such term under section 1401(4) of the Safe Drinking Water Act (42 U.S.C. 300f(4)). ( 5) The term ``treatment works'' has the meaning given such term in section 212(2) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1292(2)).

To direct the Secretary of Defense to publicly disclose the results of Department of Defense perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Military PFAS Testing Disclosure Act''. c) Nature of Disclosure.--The Secretary of Defense may satisfy the disclosure requirements under subsections (a) and (b) by publishing the information, datasets, and results relating to the testing referred to in such subsection-- (1) on the publicly available website established under section 331(b) of the National Defense Authorization Act of 2020 (Public Law 116-92); (2) on another publicly available website of the Department of Defense; or (3) in the Federal Register. (d) Requirements.--The information required to be disclosed by the Secretary of Defense under subsections (a) and (b) and published under subsection (c) shall-- (1) constitute a record for the purposes of chapter 21, 29, 31, and 33 of title 44, United States Code; and (2) include any underlying datasets or additional information of interest to the public, as determined by the Secretary of Defense. ( f) Testing.--When testing for perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, the Secretary of Defense shall test for any perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substance for which a method of measuring the amount of such substance in drinking water has been validated by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. (g) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``formerly used defense site'' means any site formerly used by the Department of Defense or National Guard eligible for environmental restoration by the Secretary of Defense funded under the ``Environmental Restoration Account, Formerly Used Defense Sites'' account established under section 2703(a)(5) of title 10, United States Code. ( 4) The term ``public water system'' has the meaning given such term under section 1401(4) of the Safe Drinking Water Act (42 U.S.C. 300f(4)). (

S.1515

Immigration

Remote, Emergency, Medical, Online Training, Telehealth, and EMT Act or the REMOTE Act This bill requires U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to take actions to improve CBP medical services along the southern border. CBP shall make emergency medical technician (EMT) and paramedic training available to selected border patrol agents along the southern border. Agents that complete the training or already have EMT or paramedic certifications shall receive specified pay increases. The bill imposes requirements related to (1) the percentage of agents with EMT or paramedic training assigned in each sector, and (2) minimum levels of various medical supplies in each sector. Furthermore, CBP shall require all border patrol agents and officers to complete online training on how to (1) identify common signs of medical distress in children, and (2) timely transfer sick children to medical care. CBP shall also ensure that all remote stations, forward operating bases, and remote ports of entry on the southern border have voice access to a medical command physician.

To provide a pay incentive for border patrol agents to complete emergency medical technician and paramedic training, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLES. This Act may be cited as the ``Remote, Emergency, Medical, Online Training, Telehealth, and EMT Act'' or the ``REMOTE Act''. SEC. 2. MEDICAL TRAINING FOR U.S. BORDER PATROL AGENTS. (a) In General.--Section 411 of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 211) is amended-- (1) in subsection (l)-- (A) by striking ``The Commissioner'' and inserting the following: ``(1) Continuing education.--The Commissioner''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(2) Medical training for u.s. border patrol agents.-- ``(A) In general.-- ``(i) Availability.--Beginning not later than 6 months after the date of the enactment of the REMOTE Act, the Commissioner shall make available, in each U.S. Border Patrol sector, at no cost to U.S. Border Patrol agents selected for such training, emergency medical technician (referred to in this paragraph as `EMT') and paramedic training, including pediatric medical training, which shall utilize nationally recognized pediatric training curricula that includes emergency pediatric care. ``(ii) Use of official duty time.--A U.S. Border Patrol agent shall be credited with work time for any EMT or paramedic training provided to such agent under clause (i) in order to achieve or maintain an EMT or paramedic certification. ``(iii) Obligated overtime.--A U.S. Border Patrol agent shall not accrue any debt of obligated overtime hours that the agent may have incurred, pursuant to section 5550(b) of title 5, United States Code, in order to achieve or maintain a paramedic certification. ``(iv) Lodging and per diem.--Lodging and per diem shall be made available to U.S. Border Patrol agents attending training described in clause (i) if such training is not available at a location within commuting distance of the agent's residence or worksite. ``(v) Service commitment.--Any U.S. Border Patrol agent who completes a certification preparation program pursuant to clause (i) shall-- ``(I) complete 1 year of service as a U.S. Border Patrol agent following the completion of EMT training; ``(II) complete 3 years of service as a U.S. Border Patrol agent following the completion of paramedic training; or ``(III) reimburse U.S. Customs and Border Protection in an amount equal to the product of-- ``(aa) the cost of providing such training to such agent; multiplied by ``(bb) the percentage of the service required under subclauses (I) and (II) that the agent failed to complete. ``(B) Increase in rate of pay for border patrol medical certification.-- ``(i) Emt certification.--A U.S. Border Patrol agent who has completed EMT training pursuant to subparagraph (A)(i) and has a current, State-issued or State-recognized certification as an EMT shall receive, in addition to the pay to which the agent is otherwise entitled under this section, an amount equal to 5 percent of such pay. ``(ii) Paramedic certification.--A U.S. Border Patrol agent who has completed paramedic training pursuant to subparagraph (A)(i) and has a current, State-issued or State-recognized certification as a paramedic shall receive, in addition to the pay to which the agent is otherwise entitled under this section (except for subparagraph (A)), an amount equal to 10 percent of such pay. ``(iii) Existing certifications.--A U.S. Border Patrol agent who did not participate in the training made available pursuant to subparagraph (A)(i), but, as of the date of the enactment of the REMOTE Act, has a current State-issued or State-recognized EMT or paramedic certification, shall receive, in addition to the pay to which the agent is otherwise entitled under this section (excluding the application of clause (i) and (ii)), an amount equal to-- ``(I) 5 percent of such pay for an EMT certification; and ``(II) 10 percent of such pay for a paramedic certification. ``(C) Availability of medically trained border patrol agents.--Not later than 6 months after the date of the enactment of the REMOTE Act, the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall-- ``(i) ensure that-- ``(I) U.S. Border Patrol agents with current EMT or paramedic certifications are stationed at each U.S. Border Patrol sector and remote station along the southern border to the greatest extent possible; ``(II) not fewer than 10 percent of all U.S. Border Patrol agents assigned to each U.S. Border Patrol sector have EMT certifications; and ``(III) not fewer than 1 percent of all U.S. Border Patrol agents assigned to each U.S. Border Patrol sector have paramedic certifications; and ``(ii) in determining the assigned posts of U.S. Border Patrol agents who have received training under subparagraph (A)(i), give priority to remote stations and forward operating bases. ``(D) Medical supplies.-- ``(i) Minimum list.--The Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall provide minimum medical supplies to each U.S. Border Patrol agent with an EMT or paramedic certification and to each U.S. Border Patrol sector, including all remote stations and forward operating bases, for use while on patrol, including-- ``(I) supplies designed for children; ``(II) first aid kits; and ``(III) oral hydration, such as water. ``(ii) Consultation.--In developing the minimum list of medical supplies required under clause (i), the Commissioner shall consult national organizations with expertise in emergency medical care, including emergency medical care of children. ``(E) Motor vehicles.--The Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall make available appropriate motor vehicles to U.S. Border Patrol agents with current EMT or paramedic certifications to enable them to provide necessary emergency medical assistance. ``(F) GAO report.--Not later than 3 years after the date of the enactment of the REMOTE Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall-- ``(i) review the progress of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection's promotion in reaching the goal of up to 10 percent of all U.S. Border Patrol agents having EMT or paramedic certifications; and ``(ii) provide a recommendation to Congress as to whether-- ``(I) the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection has effectively and vigorously undertaken an agency-wide effort to encourage and promote the mandate for medical training for U.S. Border Patrol agents under this paragraph; ``(II) additional incentive modifications are needed to achieve or maintain the goal, including pay differentials; and ``(III) the 10 percent goal is properly scoped to materially contribute to the preservation of life and the effectiveness and efficiency of U.S. Border Patrol operations, including whether the number is too high or too low.''; and (2) in subsection (r), by striking ``section, the terms'' and inserting the following: ``section-- ``(1) the term `child' means any individual who has not reached 18 years of age; and ``(2) the terms''. (b) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary to carry out section 411(l)(2) of the Homeland Security Act of 2002, as added by subsection (a). SEC. 3. IDENTIFYING AND TREATING INDIVIDUALS EXPERIENCING MEDICAL DISTRESS. (a) Online Training.-- (1) In general.--Beginning on the date that is 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall require all U.S. Border Patrol agents, including agents with EMT or paramedic certification, to complete an online training program that meets nationally recognized standards for the medical care of children to enable U.S. Border Patrol agents-- (A) to identify common signs of medical distress in children; and (B) to ensure the timely transport of sick or injured children to an appropriate medical provider. (2) Contract.--In developing or selecting an online training program under paragraph (1), the Commissioner may enter into a contract with a national professional medical association of pediatric medical providers. (b) Voice Access to Medical Professionals.-- (1) In general.--The Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall ensure that all remote U.S. Border Patrol stations, forward operating bases, and remote ports of entry along the southern border of the United States have 24- hour voice access to a medical command physician whose board certification includes the ability to perform this role or a mid-level health care provider with pediatric training for consultations regarding the medical needs of individuals, including children, taken into custody near the United States border. (2) Acceptable means of access.--Access under paragraph (1) may be accomplished through mobile phones, satellite mobile radios, or other means prescribed by the Commissioner. <all>

REMOTE Act

A bill to provide a pay incentive for border patrol agents to complete emergency medical technician and paramedic training, and for other purposes.

REMOTE Act Remote, Emergency, Medical, Online Training, Telehealth, and EMT Act

Sen. Heinrich, Martin

D

NM

This bill requires U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to take actions to improve CBP medical services along the southern border. CBP shall make emergency medical technician (EMT) and paramedic training available to selected border patrol agents along the southern border. Agents that complete the training or already have EMT or paramedic certifications shall receive specified pay increases. The bill imposes requirements related to (1) the percentage of agents with EMT or paramedic training assigned in each sector, and (2) minimum levels of various medical supplies in each sector. Furthermore, CBP shall require all border patrol agents and officers to complete online training on how to (1) identify common signs of medical distress in children, and (2) timely transfer sick children to medical care. CBP shall also ensure that all remote stations, forward operating bases, and remote ports of entry on the southern border have voice access to a medical command physician.

To provide a pay incentive for border patrol agents to complete emergency medical technician and paramedic training, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLES. 2. MEDICAL TRAINING FOR U.S. BORDER PATROL AGENTS. (a) In General.--Section 411 of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. ``(ii) Use of official duty time.--A U.S. Border Patrol agent shall be credited with work time for any EMT or paramedic training provided to such agent under clause (i) in order to achieve or maintain an EMT or paramedic certification. ``(iv) Lodging and per diem.--Lodging and per diem shall be made available to U.S. Border Patrol agents attending training described in clause (i) if such training is not available at a location within commuting distance of the agent's residence or worksite. ``(iii) Existing certifications.--A U.S. Border Patrol agent who did not participate in the training made available pursuant to subparagraph (A)(i), but, as of the date of the enactment of the REMOTE Act, has a current State-issued or State-recognized EMT or paramedic certification, shall receive, in addition to the pay to which the agent is otherwise entitled under this section (excluding the application of clause (i) and (ii)), an amount equal to-- ``(I) 5 percent of such pay for an EMT certification; and ``(II) 10 percent of such pay for a paramedic certification. ``(ii) Consultation.--In developing the minimum list of medical supplies required under clause (i), the Commissioner shall consult national organizations with expertise in emergency medical care, including emergency medical care of children. ''; and (2) in subsection (r), by striking ``section, the terms'' and inserting the following: ``section-- ``(1) the term `child' means any individual who has not reached 18 years of age; and ``(2) the terms''. SEC. 3. IDENTIFYING AND TREATING INDIVIDUALS EXPERIENCING MEDICAL DISTRESS. (2) Contract.--In developing or selecting an online training program under paragraph (1), the Commissioner may enter into a contract with a national professional medical association of pediatric medical providers. (b) Voice Access to Medical Professionals.-- (1) In general.--The Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall ensure that all remote U.S. Border Patrol stations, forward operating bases, and remote ports of entry along the southern border of the United States have 24- hour voice access to a medical command physician whose board certification includes the ability to perform this role or a mid-level health care provider with pediatric training for consultations regarding the medical needs of individuals, including children, taken into custody near the United States border. (2) Acceptable means of access.--Access under paragraph (1) may be accomplished through mobile phones, satellite mobile radios, or other means prescribed by the Commissioner.

To provide a pay incentive for border patrol agents to complete emergency medical technician and paramedic training, and for other purposes. SHORT TITLES. 2. MEDICAL TRAINING FOR U.S. BORDER PATROL AGENTS. (a) In General.--Section 411 of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. ``(iii) Existing certifications.--A U.S. Border Patrol agent who did not participate in the training made available pursuant to subparagraph (A)(i), but, as of the date of the enactment of the REMOTE Act, has a current State-issued or State-recognized EMT or paramedic certification, shall receive, in addition to the pay to which the agent is otherwise entitled under this section (excluding the application of clause (i) and (ii)), an amount equal to-- ``(I) 5 percent of such pay for an EMT certification; and ``(II) 10 percent of such pay for a paramedic certification. ``(ii) Consultation.--In developing the minimum list of medical supplies required under clause (i), the Commissioner shall consult national organizations with expertise in emergency medical care, including emergency medical care of children. ''; and (2) in subsection (r), by striking ``section, the terms'' and inserting the following: ``section-- ``(1) the term `child' means any individual who has not reached 18 years of age; and ``(2) the terms''. SEC. 3. IDENTIFYING AND TREATING INDIVIDUALS EXPERIENCING MEDICAL DISTRESS. (b) Voice Access to Medical Professionals.-- (1) In general.--The Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall ensure that all remote U.S. Border Patrol stations, forward operating bases, and remote ports of entry along the southern border of the United States have 24- hour voice access to a medical command physician whose board certification includes the ability to perform this role or a mid-level health care provider with pediatric training for consultations regarding the medical needs of individuals, including children, taken into custody near the United States border. (2) Acceptable means of access.--Access under paragraph (1) may be accomplished through mobile phones, satellite mobile radios, or other means prescribed by the Commissioner.

To provide a pay incentive for border patrol agents to complete emergency medical technician and paramedic training, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLES. 2. MEDICAL TRAINING FOR U.S. BORDER PATROL AGENTS. (a) In General.--Section 411 of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. ``(ii) Use of official duty time.--A U.S. Border Patrol agent shall be credited with work time for any EMT or paramedic training provided to such agent under clause (i) in order to achieve or maintain an EMT or paramedic certification. ``(iv) Lodging and per diem.--Lodging and per diem shall be made available to U.S. Border Patrol agents attending training described in clause (i) if such training is not available at a location within commuting distance of the agent's residence or worksite. ``(v) Service commitment.--Any U.S. Border Patrol agent who completes a certification preparation program pursuant to clause (i) shall-- ``(I) complete 1 year of service as a U.S. Border Patrol agent following the completion of EMT training; ``(II) complete 3 years of service as a U.S. Border Patrol agent following the completion of paramedic training; or ``(III) reimburse U.S. Customs and Border Protection in an amount equal to the product of-- ``(aa) the cost of providing such training to such agent; multiplied by ``(bb) the percentage of the service required under subclauses (I) and (II) that the agent failed to complete. ``(iii) Existing certifications.--A U.S. Border Patrol agent who did not participate in the training made available pursuant to subparagraph (A)(i), but, as of the date of the enactment of the REMOTE Act, has a current State-issued or State-recognized EMT or paramedic certification, shall receive, in addition to the pay to which the agent is otherwise entitled under this section (excluding the application of clause (i) and (ii)), an amount equal to-- ``(I) 5 percent of such pay for an EMT certification; and ``(II) 10 percent of such pay for a paramedic certification. ``(ii) Consultation.--In developing the minimum list of medical supplies required under clause (i), the Commissioner shall consult national organizations with expertise in emergency medical care, including emergency medical care of children. ``(E) Motor vehicles.--The Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall make available appropriate motor vehicles to U.S. Border Patrol agents with current EMT or paramedic certifications to enable them to provide necessary emergency medical assistance. ''; and (2) in subsection (r), by striking ``section, the terms'' and inserting the following: ``section-- ``(1) the term `child' means any individual who has not reached 18 years of age; and ``(2) the terms''. SEC. 3. IDENTIFYING AND TREATING INDIVIDUALS EXPERIENCING MEDICAL DISTRESS. (2) Contract.--In developing or selecting an online training program under paragraph (1), the Commissioner may enter into a contract with a national professional medical association of pediatric medical providers. (b) Voice Access to Medical Professionals.-- (1) In general.--The Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall ensure that all remote U.S. Border Patrol stations, forward operating bases, and remote ports of entry along the southern border of the United States have 24- hour voice access to a medical command physician whose board certification includes the ability to perform this role or a mid-level health care provider with pediatric training for consultations regarding the medical needs of individuals, including children, taken into custody near the United States border. (2) Acceptable means of access.--Access under paragraph (1) may be accomplished through mobile phones, satellite mobile radios, or other means prescribed by the Commissioner.

To provide a pay incentive for border patrol agents to complete emergency medical technician and paramedic training, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLES. 2. MEDICAL TRAINING FOR U.S. BORDER PATROL AGENTS. (a) In General.--Section 411 of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. ``(ii) Use of official duty time.--A U.S. Border Patrol agent shall be credited with work time for any EMT or paramedic training provided to such agent under clause (i) in order to achieve or maintain an EMT or paramedic certification. ``(iv) Lodging and per diem.--Lodging and per diem shall be made available to U.S. Border Patrol agents attending training described in clause (i) if such training is not available at a location within commuting distance of the agent's residence or worksite. ``(v) Service commitment.--Any U.S. Border Patrol agent who completes a certification preparation program pursuant to clause (i) shall-- ``(I) complete 1 year of service as a U.S. Border Patrol agent following the completion of EMT training; ``(II) complete 3 years of service as a U.S. Border Patrol agent following the completion of paramedic training; or ``(III) reimburse U.S. Customs and Border Protection in an amount equal to the product of-- ``(aa) the cost of providing such training to such agent; multiplied by ``(bb) the percentage of the service required under subclauses (I) and (II) that the agent failed to complete. ``(iii) Existing certifications.--A U.S. Border Patrol agent who did not participate in the training made available pursuant to subparagraph (A)(i), but, as of the date of the enactment of the REMOTE Act, has a current State-issued or State-recognized EMT or paramedic certification, shall receive, in addition to the pay to which the agent is otherwise entitled under this section (excluding the application of clause (i) and (ii)), an amount equal to-- ``(I) 5 percent of such pay for an EMT certification; and ``(II) 10 percent of such pay for a paramedic certification. ``(C) Availability of medically trained border patrol agents.--Not later than 6 months after the date of the enactment of the REMOTE Act, the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall-- ``(i) ensure that-- ``(I) U.S. Border Patrol agents with current EMT or paramedic certifications are stationed at each U.S. Border Patrol sector and remote station along the southern border to the greatest extent possible; ``(II) not fewer than 10 percent of all U.S. Border Patrol agents assigned to each U.S. Border Patrol sector have EMT certifications; and ``(III) not fewer than 1 percent of all U.S. Border Patrol agents assigned to each U.S. Border Patrol sector have paramedic certifications; and ``(ii) in determining the assigned posts of U.S. Border Patrol agents who have received training under subparagraph (A)(i), give priority to remote stations and forward operating bases. ``(ii) Consultation.--In developing the minimum list of medical supplies required under clause (i), the Commissioner shall consult national organizations with expertise in emergency medical care, including emergency medical care of children. ``(E) Motor vehicles.--The Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall make available appropriate motor vehicles to U.S. Border Patrol agents with current EMT or paramedic certifications to enable them to provide necessary emergency medical assistance. ``(F) GAO report.--Not later than 3 years after the date of the enactment of the REMOTE Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall-- ``(i) review the progress of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection's promotion in reaching the goal of up to 10 percent of all U.S. Border Patrol agents having EMT or paramedic certifications; and ``(ii) provide a recommendation to Congress as to whether-- ``(I) the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection has effectively and vigorously undertaken an agency-wide effort to encourage and promote the mandate for medical training for U.S. Border Patrol agents under this paragraph; ``(II) additional incentive modifications are needed to achieve or maintain the goal, including pay differentials; and ``(III) the 10 percent goal is properly scoped to materially contribute to the preservation of life and the effectiveness and efficiency of U.S. Border Patrol operations, including whether the number is too high or too low. ''; and (2) in subsection (r), by striking ``section, the terms'' and inserting the following: ``section-- ``(1) the term `child' means any individual who has not reached 18 years of age; and ``(2) the terms''. (b) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary to carry out section 411(l)(2) of the Homeland Security Act of 2002, as added by subsection (a). SEC. 3. IDENTIFYING AND TREATING INDIVIDUALS EXPERIENCING MEDICAL DISTRESS. (2) Contract.--In developing or selecting an online training program under paragraph (1), the Commissioner may enter into a contract with a national professional medical association of pediatric medical providers. (b) Voice Access to Medical Professionals.-- (1) In general.--The Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall ensure that all remote U.S. Border Patrol stations, forward operating bases, and remote ports of entry along the southern border of the United States have 24- hour voice access to a medical command physician whose board certification includes the ability to perform this role or a mid-level health care provider with pediatric training for consultations regarding the medical needs of individuals, including children, taken into custody near the United States border. (2) Acceptable means of access.--Access under paragraph (1) may be accomplished through mobile phones, satellite mobile radios, or other means prescribed by the Commissioner.

To provide a pay incentive for border patrol agents to complete emergency medical technician and paramedic training, and for other purposes. border patrol agents.-- ``(A) In general.-- ``(i) Availability.--Beginning not later than 6 months after the date of the enactment of the REMOTE Act, the Commissioner shall make available, in each U.S. Border Patrol sector, at no cost to U.S. Border Patrol agents selected for such training, emergency medical technician (referred to in this paragraph as `EMT') and paramedic training, including pediatric medical training, which shall utilize nationally recognized pediatric training curricula that includes emergency pediatric care. ``(iii) Obligated overtime.--A U.S. Border Patrol agent shall not accrue any debt of obligated overtime hours that the agent may have incurred, pursuant to section 5550(b) of title 5, United States Code, in order to achieve or maintain a paramedic certification. ``(iv) Lodging and per diem.--Lodging and per diem shall be made available to U.S. Border Patrol agents attending training described in clause (i) if such training is not available at a location within commuting distance of the agent's residence or worksite. ``(B) Increase in rate of pay for border patrol medical certification.-- ``(i) Emt certification.--A U.S. Border Patrol agent who has completed EMT training pursuant to subparagraph (A)(i) and has a current, State-issued or State-recognized certification as an EMT shall receive, in addition to the pay to which the agent is otherwise entitled under this section, an amount equal to 5 percent of such pay. ``(ii) Paramedic certification.--A U.S. Border Patrol agent who has completed paramedic training pursuant to subparagraph (A)(i) and has a current, State-issued or State-recognized certification as a paramedic shall receive, in addition to the pay to which the agent is otherwise entitled under this section (except for subparagraph (A)), an amount equal to 10 percent of such pay. ``(D) Medical supplies.-- ``(i) Minimum list.--The Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall provide minimum medical supplies to each U.S. Border Patrol agent with an EMT or paramedic certification and to each U.S. Border Patrol sector, including all remote stations and forward operating bases, for use while on patrol, including-- ``(I) supplies designed for children; ``(II) first aid kits; and ``(III) oral hydration, such as water. ``(ii) Consultation.--In developing the minimum list of medical supplies required under clause (i), the Commissioner shall consult national organizations with expertise in emergency medical care, including emergency medical care of children. ``(E) Motor vehicles.--The Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall make available appropriate motor vehicles to U.S. Border Patrol agents with current EMT or paramedic certifications to enable them to provide necessary emergency medical assistance. ''; and (2) in subsection (r), by striking ``section, the terms'' and inserting the following: ``section-- ``(1) the term `child' means any individual who has not reached 18 years of age; and ``(2) the terms''. ( a) Online Training.-- (1) In general.--Beginning on the date that is 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall require all U.S. Border Patrol agents, including agents with EMT or paramedic certification, to complete an online training program that meets nationally recognized standards for the medical care of children to enable U.S. Border Patrol agents-- (A) to identify common signs of medical distress in children; and (B) to ensure the timely transport of sick or injured children to an appropriate medical provider. ( (b) Voice Access to Medical Professionals.-- (1) In general.--The Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall ensure that all remote U.S. Border Patrol stations, forward operating bases, and remote ports of entry along the southern border of the United States have 24- hour voice access to a medical command physician whose board certification includes the ability to perform this role or a mid-level health care provider with pediatric training for consultations regarding the medical needs of individuals, including children, taken into custody near the United States border. ( 2) Acceptable means of access.--Access under paragraph (1) may be accomplished through mobile phones, satellite mobile radios, or other means prescribed by the Commissioner.

To provide a pay incentive for border patrol agents to complete emergency medical technician and paramedic training, and for other purposes. border patrol agents.-- ``(A) In general.-- ``(i) Availability.--Beginning not later than 6 months after the date of the enactment of the REMOTE Act, the Commissioner shall make available, in each U.S. Border Patrol sector, at no cost to U.S. Border Patrol agents selected for such training, emergency medical technician (referred to in this paragraph as `EMT') and paramedic training, including pediatric medical training, which shall utilize nationally recognized pediatric training curricula that includes emergency pediatric care. ``(B) Increase in rate of pay for border patrol medical certification.-- ``(i) Emt certification.--A U.S. Border Patrol agent who has completed EMT training pursuant to subparagraph (A)(i) and has a current, State-issued or State-recognized certification as an EMT shall receive, in addition to the pay to which the agent is otherwise entitled under this section, an amount equal to 5 percent of such pay. ``(ii) Paramedic certification.--A U.S. Border Patrol agent who has completed paramedic training pursuant to subparagraph (A)(i) and has a current, State-issued or State-recognized certification as a paramedic shall receive, in addition to the pay to which the agent is otherwise entitled under this section (except for subparagraph (A)), an amount equal to 10 percent of such pay. ``(D) Medical supplies.-- ``(i) Minimum list.--The Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall provide minimum medical supplies to each U.S. Border Patrol agent with an EMT or paramedic certification and to each U.S. Border Patrol sector, including all remote stations and forward operating bases, for use while on patrol, including-- ``(I) supplies designed for children; ``(II) first aid kits; and ``(III) oral hydration, such as water. ``(ii) Consultation.--In developing the minimum list of medical supplies required under clause (i), the Commissioner shall consult national organizations with expertise in emergency medical care, including emergency medical care of children. and (2) in subsection (r), by striking ``section, the terms'' and inserting the following: ``section-- ``(1) the term `child' means any individual who has not reached 18 years of age; and ``(2) the terms''. ( a) Online Training.-- (1) In general.--Beginning on the date that is 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall require all U.S. Border Patrol agents, including agents with EMT or paramedic certification, to complete an online training program that meets nationally recognized standards for the medical care of children to enable U.S. Border Patrol agents-- (A) to identify common signs of medical distress in children; and (B) to ensure the timely transport of sick or injured children to an appropriate medical provider. ( (b) Voice Access to Medical Professionals.-- (1) In general.--The Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall ensure that all remote U.S. Border Patrol stations, forward operating bases, and remote ports of entry along the southern border of the United States have 24- hour voice access to a medical command physician whose board certification includes the ability to perform this role or a mid-level health care provider with pediatric training for consultations regarding the medical needs of individuals, including children, taken into custody near the United States border. ( 2) Acceptable means of access.--Access under paragraph (1) may be accomplished through mobile phones, satellite mobile radios, or other means prescribed by the Commissioner.

To provide a pay incentive for border patrol agents to complete emergency medical technician and paramedic training, and for other purposes. border patrol agents.-- ``(A) In general.-- ``(i) Availability.--Beginning not later than 6 months after the date of the enactment of the REMOTE Act, the Commissioner shall make available, in each U.S. Border Patrol sector, at no cost to U.S. Border Patrol agents selected for such training, emergency medical technician (referred to in this paragraph as `EMT') and paramedic training, including pediatric medical training, which shall utilize nationally recognized pediatric training curricula that includes emergency pediatric care. ``(B) Increase in rate of pay for border patrol medical certification.-- ``(i) Emt certification.--A U.S. Border Patrol agent who has completed EMT training pursuant to subparagraph (A)(i) and has a current, State-issued or State-recognized certification as an EMT shall receive, in addition to the pay to which the agent is otherwise entitled under this section, an amount equal to 5 percent of such pay. ``(ii) Paramedic certification.--A U.S. Border Patrol agent who has completed paramedic training pursuant to subparagraph (A)(i) and has a current, State-issued or State-recognized certification as a paramedic shall receive, in addition to the pay to which the agent is otherwise entitled under this section (except for subparagraph (A)), an amount equal to 10 percent of such pay. ``(D) Medical supplies.-- ``(i) Minimum list.--The Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall provide minimum medical supplies to each U.S. Border Patrol agent with an EMT or paramedic certification and to each U.S. Border Patrol sector, including all remote stations and forward operating bases, for use while on patrol, including-- ``(I) supplies designed for children; ``(II) first aid kits; and ``(III) oral hydration, such as water. ``(ii) Consultation.--In developing the minimum list of medical supplies required under clause (i), the Commissioner shall consult national organizations with expertise in emergency medical care, including emergency medical care of children. and (2) in subsection (r), by striking ``section, the terms'' and inserting the following: ``section-- ``(1) the term `child' means any individual who has not reached 18 years of age; and ``(2) the terms''. ( a) Online Training.-- (1) In general.--Beginning on the date that is 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall require all U.S. Border Patrol agents, including agents with EMT or paramedic certification, to complete an online training program that meets nationally recognized standards for the medical care of children to enable U.S. Border Patrol agents-- (A) to identify common signs of medical distress in children; and (B) to ensure the timely transport of sick or injured children to an appropriate medical provider. ( (b) Voice Access to Medical Professionals.-- (1) In general.--The Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall ensure that all remote U.S. Border Patrol stations, forward operating bases, and remote ports of entry along the southern border of the United States have 24- hour voice access to a medical command physician whose board certification includes the ability to perform this role or a mid-level health care provider with pediatric training for consultations regarding the medical needs of individuals, including children, taken into custody near the United States border. ( 2) Acceptable means of access.--Access under paragraph (1) may be accomplished through mobile phones, satellite mobile radios, or other means prescribed by the Commissioner.

To provide a pay incentive for border patrol agents to complete emergency medical technician and paramedic training, and for other purposes. border patrol agents.-- ``(A) In general.-- ``(i) Availability.--Beginning not later than 6 months after the date of the enactment of the REMOTE Act, the Commissioner shall make available, in each U.S. Border Patrol sector, at no cost to U.S. Border Patrol agents selected for such training, emergency medical technician (referred to in this paragraph as `EMT') and paramedic training, including pediatric medical training, which shall utilize nationally recognized pediatric training curricula that includes emergency pediatric care. ``(iii) Obligated overtime.--A U.S. Border Patrol agent shall not accrue any debt of obligated overtime hours that the agent may have incurred, pursuant to section 5550(b) of title 5, United States Code, in order to achieve or maintain a paramedic certification. ``(iv) Lodging and per diem.--Lodging and per diem shall be made available to U.S. Border Patrol agents attending training described in clause (i) if such training is not available at a location within commuting distance of the agent's residence or worksite. ``(B) Increase in rate of pay for border patrol medical certification.-- ``(i) Emt certification.--A U.S. Border Patrol agent who has completed EMT training pursuant to subparagraph (A)(i) and has a current, State-issued or State-recognized certification as an EMT shall receive, in addition to the pay to which the agent is otherwise entitled under this section, an amount equal to 5 percent of such pay. ``(ii) Paramedic certification.--A U.S. Border Patrol agent who has completed paramedic training pursuant to subparagraph (A)(i) and has a current, State-issued or State-recognized certification as a paramedic shall receive, in addition to the pay to which the agent is otherwise entitled under this section (except for subparagraph (A)), an amount equal to 10 percent of such pay. ``(D) Medical supplies.-- ``(i) Minimum list.--The Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall provide minimum medical supplies to each U.S. Border Patrol agent with an EMT or paramedic certification and to each U.S. Border Patrol sector, including all remote stations and forward operating bases, for use while on patrol, including-- ``(I) supplies designed for children; ``(II) first aid kits; and ``(III) oral hydration, such as water. ``(ii) Consultation.--In developing the minimum list of medical supplies required under clause (i), the Commissioner shall consult national organizations with expertise in emergency medical care, including emergency medical care of children. ``(E) Motor vehicles.--The Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall make available appropriate motor vehicles to U.S. Border Patrol agents with current EMT or paramedic certifications to enable them to provide necessary emergency medical assistance. ''; and (2) in subsection (r), by striking ``section, the terms'' and inserting the following: ``section-- ``(1) the term `child' means any individual who has not reached 18 years of age; and ``(2) the terms''. ( a) Online Training.-- (1) In general.--Beginning on the date that is 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall require all U.S. Border Patrol agents, including agents with EMT or paramedic certification, to complete an online training program that meets nationally recognized standards for the medical care of children to enable U.S. Border Patrol agents-- (A) to identify common signs of medical distress in children; and (B) to ensure the timely transport of sick or injured children to an appropriate medical provider. ( (b) Voice Access to Medical Professionals.-- (1) In general.--The Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall ensure that all remote U.S. Border Patrol stations, forward operating bases, and remote ports of entry along the southern border of the United States have 24- hour voice access to a medical command physician whose board certification includes the ability to perform this role or a mid-level health care provider with pediatric training for consultations regarding the medical needs of individuals, including children, taken into custody near the United States border. ( 2) Acceptable means of access.--Access under paragraph (1) may be accomplished through mobile phones, satellite mobile radios, or other means prescribed by the Commissioner.

To provide a pay incentive for border patrol agents to complete emergency medical technician and paramedic training, and for other purposes. border patrol agents.-- ``(A) In general.-- ``(i) Availability.--Beginning not later than 6 months after the date of the enactment of the REMOTE Act, the Commissioner shall make available, in each U.S. Border Patrol sector, at no cost to U.S. Border Patrol agents selected for such training, emergency medical technician (referred to in this paragraph as `EMT') and paramedic training, including pediatric medical training, which shall utilize nationally recognized pediatric training curricula that includes emergency pediatric care. ``(B) Increase in rate of pay for border patrol medical certification.-- ``(i) Emt certification.--A U.S. Border Patrol agent who has completed EMT training pursuant to subparagraph (A)(i) and has a current, State-issued or State-recognized certification as an EMT shall receive, in addition to the pay to which the agent is otherwise entitled under this section, an amount equal to 5 percent of such pay. ``(ii) Paramedic certification.--A U.S. Border Patrol agent who has completed paramedic training pursuant to subparagraph (A)(i) and has a current, State-issued or State-recognized certification as a paramedic shall receive, in addition to the pay to which the agent is otherwise entitled under this section (except for subparagraph (A)), an amount equal to 10 percent of such pay. ``(D) Medical supplies.-- ``(i) Minimum list.--The Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall provide minimum medical supplies to each U.S. Border Patrol agent with an EMT or paramedic certification and to each U.S. Border Patrol sector, including all remote stations and forward operating bases, for use while on patrol, including-- ``(I) supplies designed for children; ``(II) first aid kits; and ``(III) oral hydration, such as water. ``(ii) Consultation.--In developing the minimum list of medical supplies required under clause (i), the Commissioner shall consult national organizations with expertise in emergency medical care, including emergency medical care of children. and (2) in subsection (r), by striking ``section, the terms'' and inserting the following: ``section-- ``(1) the term `child' means any individual who has not reached 18 years of age; and ``(2) the terms''. ( a) Online Training.-- (1) In general.--Beginning on the date that is 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall require all U.S. Border Patrol agents, including agents with EMT or paramedic certification, to complete an online training program that meets nationally recognized standards for the medical care of children to enable U.S. Border Patrol agents-- (A) to identify common signs of medical distress in children; and (B) to ensure the timely transport of sick or injured children to an appropriate medical provider. ( (b) Voice Access to Medical Professionals.-- (1) In general.--The Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall ensure that all remote U.S. Border Patrol stations, forward operating bases, and remote ports of entry along the southern border of the United States have 24- hour voice access to a medical command physician whose board certification includes the ability to perform this role or a mid-level health care provider with pediatric training for consultations regarding the medical needs of individuals, including children, taken into custody near the United States border. ( 2) Acceptable means of access.--Access under paragraph (1) may be accomplished through mobile phones, satellite mobile radios, or other means prescribed by the Commissioner.

To provide a pay incentive for border patrol agents to complete emergency medical technician and paramedic training, and for other purposes. border patrol agents.-- ``(A) In general.-- ``(i) Availability.--Beginning not later than 6 months after the date of the enactment of the REMOTE Act, the Commissioner shall make available, in each U.S. Border Patrol sector, at no cost to U.S. Border Patrol agents selected for such training, emergency medical technician (referred to in this paragraph as `EMT') and paramedic training, including pediatric medical training, which shall utilize nationally recognized pediatric training curricula that includes emergency pediatric care. ``(iii) Obligated overtime.--A U.S. Border Patrol agent shall not accrue any debt of obligated overtime hours that the agent may have incurred, pursuant to section 5550(b) of title 5, United States Code, in order to achieve or maintain a paramedic certification. ``(iv) Lodging and per diem.--Lodging and per diem shall be made available to U.S. Border Patrol agents attending training described in clause (i) if such training is not available at a location within commuting distance of the agent's residence or worksite. ``(B) Increase in rate of pay for border patrol medical certification.-- ``(i) Emt certification.--A U.S. Border Patrol agent who has completed EMT training pursuant to subparagraph (A)(i) and has a current, State-issued or State-recognized certification as an EMT shall receive, in addition to the pay to which the agent is otherwise entitled under this section, an amount equal to 5 percent of such pay. ``(ii) Paramedic certification.--A U.S. Border Patrol agent who has completed paramedic training pursuant to subparagraph (A)(i) and has a current, State-issued or State-recognized certification as a paramedic shall receive, in addition to the pay to which the agent is otherwise entitled under this section (except for subparagraph (A)), an amount equal to 10 percent of such pay. ``(D) Medical supplies.-- ``(i) Minimum list.--The Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall provide minimum medical supplies to each U.S. Border Patrol agent with an EMT or paramedic certification and to each U.S. Border Patrol sector, including all remote stations and forward operating bases, for use while on patrol, including-- ``(I) supplies designed for children; ``(II) first aid kits; and ``(III) oral hydration, such as water. ``(ii) Consultation.--In developing the minimum list of medical supplies required under clause (i), the Commissioner shall consult national organizations with expertise in emergency medical care, including emergency medical care of children. ``(E) Motor vehicles.--The Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall make available appropriate motor vehicles to U.S. Border Patrol agents with current EMT or paramedic certifications to enable them to provide necessary emergency medical assistance. ''; and (2) in subsection (r), by striking ``section, the terms'' and inserting the following: ``section-- ``(1) the term `child' means any individual who has not reached 18 years of age; and ``(2) the terms''. ( a) Online Training.-- (1) In general.--Beginning on the date that is 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall require all U.S. Border Patrol agents, including agents with EMT or paramedic certification, to complete an online training program that meets nationally recognized standards for the medical care of children to enable U.S. Border Patrol agents-- (A) to identify common signs of medical distress in children; and (B) to ensure the timely transport of sick or injured children to an appropriate medical provider. ( (b) Voice Access to Medical Professionals.-- (1) In general.--The Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall ensure that all remote U.S. Border Patrol stations, forward operating bases, and remote ports of entry along the southern border of the United States have 24- hour voice access to a medical command physician whose board certification includes the ability to perform this role or a mid-level health care provider with pediatric training for consultations regarding the medical needs of individuals, including children, taken into custody near the United States border. ( 2) Acceptable means of access.--Access under paragraph (1) may be accomplished through mobile phones, satellite mobile radios, or other means prescribed by the Commissioner.

To provide a pay incentive for border patrol agents to complete emergency medical technician and paramedic training, and for other purposes. border patrol agents.-- ``(A) In general.-- ``(i) Availability.--Beginning not later than 6 months after the date of the enactment of the REMOTE Act, the Commissioner shall make available, in each U.S. Border Patrol sector, at no cost to U.S. Border Patrol agents selected for such training, emergency medical technician (referred to in this paragraph as `EMT') and paramedic training, including pediatric medical training, which shall utilize nationally recognized pediatric training curricula that includes emergency pediatric care. ( a) Online Training.-- (1) In general.--Beginning on the date that is 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall require all U.S. Border Patrol agents, including agents with EMT or paramedic certification, to complete an online training program that meets nationally recognized standards for the medical care of children to enable U.S. Border Patrol agents-- (A) to identify common signs of medical distress in children; and (B) to ensure the timely transport of sick or injured children to an appropriate medical provider. ( ( b) Voice Access to Medical Professionals.-- (1) In general.--The Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall ensure that all remote U.S. Border Patrol stations, forward operating bases, and remote ports of entry along the southern border of the United States have 24- hour voice access to a medical command physician whose board certification includes the ability to perform this role or a mid-level health care provider with pediatric training for consultations regarding the medical needs of individuals, including children, taken into custody near the United States border. (

To provide a pay incentive for border patrol agents to complete emergency medical technician and paramedic training, and for other purposes. ``(iv) Lodging and per diem.--Lodging and per diem shall be made available to U.S. Border Patrol agents attending training described in clause (i) if such training is not available at a location within commuting distance of the agent's residence or worksite. ``(B) Increase in rate of pay for border patrol medical certification.-- ``(i) Emt certification.--A U.S. Border Patrol agent who has completed EMT training pursuant to subparagraph (A)(i) and has a current, State-issued or State-recognized certification as an EMT shall receive, in addition to the pay to which the agent is otherwise entitled under this section, an amount equal to 5 percent of such pay. ``(ii) Paramedic certification.--A U.S. Border Patrol agent who has completed paramedic training pursuant to subparagraph (A)(i) and has a current, State-issued or State-recognized certification as a paramedic shall receive, in addition to the pay to which the agent is otherwise entitled under this section (except for subparagraph (A)), an amount equal to 10 percent of such pay. ``(E) Motor vehicles.--The Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall make available appropriate motor vehicles to U.S. Border Patrol agents with current EMT or paramedic certifications to enable them to provide necessary emergency medical assistance. ''; and (2) in subsection (r), by striking ``section, the terms'' and inserting the following: ``section-- ``(1) the term `child' means any individual who has not reached 18 years of age; and ``(2) the terms''. ( ( (b) Voice Access to Medical Professionals.-- (1) In general.--The Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall ensure that all remote U.S. Border Patrol stations, forward operating bases, and remote ports of entry along the southern border of the United States have 24- hour voice access to a medical command physician whose board certification includes the ability to perform this role or a mid-level health care provider with pediatric training for consultations regarding the medical needs of individuals, including children, taken into custody near the United States border. ( 2) Acceptable means of access.--Access under paragraph (1) may be accomplished through mobile phones, satellite mobile radios, or other means prescribed by the Commissioner.

To provide a pay incentive for border patrol agents to complete emergency medical technician and paramedic training, and for other purposes. border patrol agents.-- ``(A) In general.-- ``(i) Availability.--Beginning not later than 6 months after the date of the enactment of the REMOTE Act, the Commissioner shall make available, in each U.S. Border Patrol sector, at no cost to U.S. Border Patrol agents selected for such training, emergency medical technician (referred to in this paragraph as `EMT') and paramedic training, including pediatric medical training, which shall utilize nationally recognized pediatric training curricula that includes emergency pediatric care. ( a) Online Training.-- (1) In general.--Beginning on the date that is 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall require all U.S. Border Patrol agents, including agents with EMT or paramedic certification, to complete an online training program that meets nationally recognized standards for the medical care of children to enable U.S. Border Patrol agents-- (A) to identify common signs of medical distress in children; and (B) to ensure the timely transport of sick or injured children to an appropriate medical provider. ( ( b) Voice Access to Medical Professionals.-- (1) In general.--The Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall ensure that all remote U.S. Border Patrol stations, forward operating bases, and remote ports of entry along the southern border of the United States have 24- hour voice access to a medical command physician whose board certification includes the ability to perform this role or a mid-level health care provider with pediatric training for consultations regarding the medical needs of individuals, including children, taken into custody near the United States border. (

To provide a pay incentive for border patrol agents to complete emergency medical technician and paramedic training, and for other purposes. ``(iv) Lodging and per diem.--Lodging and per diem shall be made available to U.S. Border Patrol agents attending training described in clause (i) if such training is not available at a location within commuting distance of the agent's residence or worksite. ''; and (2) in subsection (r), by striking ``section, the terms'' and inserting the following: ``section-- ``(1) the term `child' means any individual who has not reached 18 years of age; and ``(2) the terms''. ( ( ( b) Voice Access to Medical Professionals.-- (1) In general.--The Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall ensure that all remote U.S. Border Patrol stations, forward operating bases, and remote ports of entry along the southern border of the United States have 24- hour voice access to a medical command physician whose board certification includes the ability to perform this role or a mid-level health care provider with pediatric training for consultations regarding the medical needs of individuals, including children, taken into custody near the United States border. (

H.R.4574

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Salvaging American Lumber Via Action with Greater Efficiency Act or the SALVAGE Act This bill provides for certain activities related to salvage operations and certain reforestation activities conducted on National Forest System lands or public lands. The bill categorically excludes salvage operations carried out by the Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Department of the Interior, on certain National Forest System lands or certain public lands, respectively, from the requirement to prepare an environmental assessment or an environmental impact statement. Each salvage operation covered by the categorical exclusion may not contain treatment units that exceed a total of 10,000 acres. An environmental assessment for a salvage operation or reforestation activity proposed to be conducted on National Forest System lands or public lands that are adversely impacted by a large-scale catastrophic event shall be completed within 60 days after the conclusion of the event. In the case of such reforestation activities USDA and Interior shall, to the maximum extent practicable, achieve reforestation of at least 75% of the impacted lands during the five-year period following the conclusion of the catastrophic event. No later than 60 days after a wildfire is contained on National Forest System lands, USDA shall convert any timber sales on lands impacted by such wildfire to salvage sales. No restraining order, preliminary injunction, or injunction pending appeal shall be issued by any U.S. court respecting any decision to prepare or conduct a salvage operation or reforestation activity in response to a large-scale catastrophic event.

To expedite certain activities related to salvage operations and reforestation activities on National Forest System lands or public lands in response to catastrophic events, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Salvaging American Lumber Via Action with Greater Efficiency Act'' or the ``SALVAGE Act''. SEC. 2. CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION TO EXPEDITE SALVAGE OPERATIONS IN RESPONSE TO CATASTROPHIC EVENTS. (a) Categorical Exclusion Established.--Salvage operations carried out by the Secretary concerned on National Forest System lands or public lands are a category of actions hereby designated as being categorically excluded from the preparation of an environmental assessment or an environmental impact statement under section 102 of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4332). (b) Availability of Categorical Exclusion.--On and after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary concerned may use the categorical exclusion established under subsection (a) in accordance with this section. (c) Acreage Limitation.--A salvage operation covered by the categorical exclusion established under subsection (a) may not contain treatment units exceeding a total of 10,000 acres. (d) Additional Requirements.-- (1) Stream buffers.--A salvage operation covered by the categorical exclusion established under subsection (a) shall comply with the standards and guidelines for stream buffers contained in the applicable forest plan unless waived by the Regional Forester, in the case of National Forest System lands, or the State Director of the Bureau of Land Management, in the case of public lands. (2) Reforestation plan.--A reforestation plan shall be developed under section 3 of the Act of June 9, 1930 (commonly known as the Knutson-Vandenberg Act; 16 U.S.C. 576b), as part of a salvage operation covered by the categorical exclusion established under subsection (a). SEC. 3. EXPEDITED SALVAGE OPERATIONS AND REFORESTATION ACTIVITIES FOLLOWING LARGE-SCALE CATASTROPHIC EVENTS. (a) Expedited Environmental Assessment.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, an environmental assessment prepared by the Secretary concerned pursuant to section 102 of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4332) for a salvage operation or reforestation activity proposed to be conducted on National Forest System lands or public lands adversely impacted by a large-scale catastrophic event shall be completed within 60 days after the conclusion of the catastrophic event. (b) Expedited Implementation and Completion.--In the case of reforestation activities conducted on National Forest System lands or public lands adversely impacted by a large-scale catastrophic event, the Secretary concerned shall, to the maximum extent practicable, achieve reforestation of at least 75 percent of the impacted lands during the 5-year period following the conclusion of the catastrophic event. (c) Availability of Knutson-Vandenberg Funds.--Amounts in the special fund established pursuant to section 3 of the Act of June 9, 1930 (commonly known as the Knutson-Vandenberg Act; 16 U.S.C. 576b), shall be available to the Secretary of Agriculture for reforestation activities authorized by this section. (d) Timeline for Public Input Process.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, in the case of a salvage operation or reforestation activity proposed to be conducted on National Forest System lands or public lands adversely impacted by a large-scale catastrophic event, the Secretary concerned shall allow-- (A) 30 days for public scoping and comment; (B) 15 days for filing an objection; and (C) 15 days for the agency response to the filing of an objection. (2) Implementation.--On the final day of the process required in paragraph (1), the Secretary concerned shall implement the project for which the process was initiated. (e) Conversion of Timber Sales.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 60 days after a wildfire is contained on National Forest System lands, the Secretary of Agriculture shall convert any timber sales on lands impacted by such wildfire to salvage sales. (2) Analysis deemed sufficient.--If the Regional Forester determines that a proposed timber sale has been sufficiently analyzed under the National Environmental Policy Act, such analysis shall be deemed to fulfill the requirements of section 102(2)(C) of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4332(2)(C)) with respect to such salvage sale. SEC. 4. COMPLIANCE WITH FOREST PLAN. A salvage operation or reforestation activity authorized by this Act shall be conducted in a manner consistent with the forest plan applicable to the National Forest System lands or public lands covered by the salvage operation or reforestation activity. SEC. 5. PROHIBITION ON RESTRAINING ORDERS, PRELIMINARY INJUNCTIONS, AND INJUNCTIONS PENDING APPEAL. No restraining order, preliminary injunction, or injunction pending appeal shall be issued by any court of the United States with respect to any decision to prepare or conduct a salvage operation or reforestation activity in response to a large-scale catastrophic event. SEC. 6. EXCLUSIONS. The authorities provided by this Act do not apply with respect to any National Forest System lands or public lands-- (1) that are included in the National Wilderness Preservation System; (2) that are located within a national or State specific inventoried roadless area established by the Secretary of Agriculture through regulation, unless-- (A) the forest management activity to be carried out under such authority is consistent with the forest plan applicable to the area; or (B) the Secretary concerned determines the activity is allowed under the applicable roadless rule governing such lands; or (3) on which timber harvesting for any purpose is prohibited by Federal statute. SEC. 7. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Forest management activity.--The term ``forest management activity'' means a project or activity carried out by the Secretary concerned on National Forest System lands or public lands consistent with the forest plan covering such lands. (2) Forest plan.--The term ``forest plan'' means-- (A) a land use plan prepared by the Bureau of Land Management for public lands pursuant to section 202 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1712); or (B) a land and resource management plan prepared by the Forest Service for a unit of the National Forest System pursuant to section 6 of the Forest and Rangeland Renewable Resources Planning Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. 1604). (3) National forest system.--The term ``National Forest System'' has the meaning given that term in section 11(a) of the Forest and Rangeland Renewable Resources Planning Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. 1609(a)). (4) Public lands.--The term ``public lands'' has the meaning given that term in section 103 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1702), except that the term includes Coos Bay Wagon Road Grant lands and Oregon and California Railroad Grant lands. (5) Secretary concerned.--The term ``Secretary concerned'' means-- (A) the Secretary of Agriculture, with respect to National Forest System lands; and (B) the Secretary of the Interior, with respect to public lands. <all>

SALVAGE Act

To expedite certain activities related to salvage operations and reforestation activities on National Forest System lands or public lands in response to catastrophic events, and for other purposes.

SALVAGE Act Salvaging American Lumber Via Action with Greater Efficiency Act

Rep. Obernolte, Jay

R

CA

This bill provides for certain activities related to salvage operations and certain reforestation activities conducted on National Forest System lands or public lands. The bill categorically excludes salvage operations carried out by the Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Department of the Interior, on certain National Forest System lands or certain public lands, respectively, from the requirement to prepare an environmental assessment or an environmental impact statement. Each salvage operation covered by the categorical exclusion may not contain treatment units that exceed a total of 10,000 acres. An environmental assessment for a salvage operation or reforestation activity proposed to be conducted on National Forest System lands or public lands that are adversely impacted by a large-scale catastrophic event shall be completed within 60 days after the conclusion of the event. In the case of such reforestation activities USDA and Interior shall, to the maximum extent practicable, achieve reforestation of at least 75% of the impacted lands during the five-year period following the conclusion of the catastrophic event. No later than 60 days after a wildfire is contained on National Forest System lands, USDA shall convert any timber sales on lands impacted by such wildfire to salvage sales. No restraining order, preliminary injunction, or injunction pending appeal shall be issued by any U.S. court respecting any decision to prepare or conduct a salvage operation or reforestation activity in response to a large-scale catastrophic event.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Salvaging American Lumber Via Action with Greater Efficiency Act'' or the ``SALVAGE Act''. 576b), as part of a salvage operation covered by the categorical exclusion established under subsection (a). 3. EXPEDITED SALVAGE OPERATIONS AND REFORESTATION ACTIVITIES FOLLOWING LARGE-SCALE CATASTROPHIC EVENTS. (a) Expedited Environmental Assessment.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, an environmental assessment prepared by the Secretary concerned pursuant to section 102 of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. (c) Availability of Knutson-Vandenberg Funds.--Amounts in the special fund established pursuant to section 3 of the Act of June 9, 1930 (commonly known as the Knutson-Vandenberg Act; 16 U.S.C. 576b), shall be available to the Secretary of Agriculture for reforestation activities authorized by this section. (d) Timeline for Public Input Process.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, in the case of a salvage operation or reforestation activity proposed to be conducted on National Forest System lands or public lands adversely impacted by a large-scale catastrophic event, the Secretary concerned shall allow-- (A) 30 days for public scoping and comment; (B) 15 days for filing an objection; and (C) 15 days for the agency response to the filing of an objection. 4332(2)(C)) with respect to such salvage sale. 4. 5. PROHIBITION ON RESTRAINING ORDERS, PRELIMINARY INJUNCTIONS, AND INJUNCTIONS PENDING APPEAL. 6. EXCLUSIONS. The authorities provided by this Act do not apply with respect to any National Forest System lands or public lands-- (1) that are included in the National Wilderness Preservation System; (2) that are located within a national or State specific inventoried roadless area established by the Secretary of Agriculture through regulation, unless-- (A) the forest management activity to be carried out under such authority is consistent with the forest plan applicable to the area; or (B) the Secretary concerned determines the activity is allowed under the applicable roadless rule governing such lands; or (3) on which timber harvesting for any purpose is prohibited by Federal statute. SEC. 7. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Forest management activity.--The term ``forest management activity'' means a project or activity carried out by the Secretary concerned on National Forest System lands or public lands consistent with the forest plan covering such lands. 1604). (3) National forest system.--The term ``National Forest System'' has the meaning given that term in section 11(a) of the Forest and Rangeland Renewable Resources Planning Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. 1609(a)). 1702), except that the term includes Coos Bay Wagon Road Grant lands and Oregon and California Railroad Grant lands.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Salvaging American Lumber Via Action with Greater Efficiency Act'' or the ``SALVAGE Act''. 576b), as part of a salvage operation covered by the categorical exclusion established under subsection (a). 3. EXPEDITED SALVAGE OPERATIONS AND REFORESTATION ACTIVITIES FOLLOWING LARGE-SCALE CATASTROPHIC EVENTS. (a) Expedited Environmental Assessment.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, an environmental assessment prepared by the Secretary concerned pursuant to section 102 of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. (c) Availability of Knutson-Vandenberg Funds.--Amounts in the special fund established pursuant to section 3 of the Act of June 9, 1930 (commonly known as the Knutson-Vandenberg Act; 16 U.S.C. 576b), shall be available to the Secretary of Agriculture for reforestation activities authorized by this section. (d) Timeline for Public Input Process.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, in the case of a salvage operation or reforestation activity proposed to be conducted on National Forest System lands or public lands adversely impacted by a large-scale catastrophic event, the Secretary concerned shall allow-- (A) 30 days for public scoping and comment; (B) 15 days for filing an objection; and (C) 15 days for the agency response to the filing of an objection. 4332(2)(C)) with respect to such salvage sale. 4. 5. PROHIBITION ON RESTRAINING ORDERS, PRELIMINARY INJUNCTIONS, AND INJUNCTIONS PENDING APPEAL. 6. EXCLUSIONS. SEC. 7. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Forest management activity.--The term ``forest management activity'' means a project or activity carried out by the Secretary concerned on National Forest System lands or public lands consistent with the forest plan covering such lands. 1604). 1609(a)). 1702), except that the term includes Coos Bay Wagon Road Grant lands and Oregon and California Railroad Grant lands.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Salvaging American Lumber Via Action with Greater Efficiency Act'' or the ``SALVAGE Act''. (c) Acreage Limitation.--A salvage operation covered by the categorical exclusion established under subsection (a) may not contain treatment units exceeding a total of 10,000 acres. (d) Additional Requirements.-- (1) Stream buffers.--A salvage operation covered by the categorical exclusion established under subsection (a) shall comply with the standards and guidelines for stream buffers contained in the applicable forest plan unless waived by the Regional Forester, in the case of National Forest System lands, or the State Director of the Bureau of Land Management, in the case of public lands. 576b), as part of a salvage operation covered by the categorical exclusion established under subsection (a). 3. EXPEDITED SALVAGE OPERATIONS AND REFORESTATION ACTIVITIES FOLLOWING LARGE-SCALE CATASTROPHIC EVENTS. (a) Expedited Environmental Assessment.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, an environmental assessment prepared by the Secretary concerned pursuant to section 102 of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. (b) Expedited Implementation and Completion.--In the case of reforestation activities conducted on National Forest System lands or public lands adversely impacted by a large-scale catastrophic event, the Secretary concerned shall, to the maximum extent practicable, achieve reforestation of at least 75 percent of the impacted lands during the 5-year period following the conclusion of the catastrophic event. (c) Availability of Knutson-Vandenberg Funds.--Amounts in the special fund established pursuant to section 3 of the Act of June 9, 1930 (commonly known as the Knutson-Vandenberg Act; 16 U.S.C. 576b), shall be available to the Secretary of Agriculture for reforestation activities authorized by this section. (d) Timeline for Public Input Process.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, in the case of a salvage operation or reforestation activity proposed to be conducted on National Forest System lands or public lands adversely impacted by a large-scale catastrophic event, the Secretary concerned shall allow-- (A) 30 days for public scoping and comment; (B) 15 days for filing an objection; and (C) 15 days for the agency response to the filing of an objection. (2) Implementation.--On the final day of the process required in paragraph (1), the Secretary concerned shall implement the project for which the process was initiated. (e) Conversion of Timber Sales.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 60 days after a wildfire is contained on National Forest System lands, the Secretary of Agriculture shall convert any timber sales on lands impacted by such wildfire to salvage sales. (2) Analysis deemed sufficient.--If the Regional Forester determines that a proposed timber sale has been sufficiently analyzed under the National Environmental Policy Act, such analysis shall be deemed to fulfill the requirements of section 102(2)(C) of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4332(2)(C)) with respect to such salvage sale. 4. COMPLIANCE WITH FOREST PLAN. 5. PROHIBITION ON RESTRAINING ORDERS, PRELIMINARY INJUNCTIONS, AND INJUNCTIONS PENDING APPEAL. 6. EXCLUSIONS. The authorities provided by this Act do not apply with respect to any National Forest System lands or public lands-- (1) that are included in the National Wilderness Preservation System; (2) that are located within a national or State specific inventoried roadless area established by the Secretary of Agriculture through regulation, unless-- (A) the forest management activity to be carried out under such authority is consistent with the forest plan applicable to the area; or (B) the Secretary concerned determines the activity is allowed under the applicable roadless rule governing such lands; or (3) on which timber harvesting for any purpose is prohibited by Federal statute. SEC. 7. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Forest management activity.--The term ``forest management activity'' means a project or activity carried out by the Secretary concerned on National Forest System lands or public lands consistent with the forest plan covering such lands. 1604). (3) National forest system.--The term ``National Forest System'' has the meaning given that term in section 11(a) of the Forest and Rangeland Renewable Resources Planning Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. 1609(a)). 1702), except that the term includes Coos Bay Wagon Road Grant lands and Oregon and California Railroad Grant lands.

To expedite certain activities related to salvage operations and reforestation activities on National Forest System lands or public lands in response to catastrophic events, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Salvaging American Lumber Via Action with Greater Efficiency Act'' or the ``SALVAGE Act''. CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION TO EXPEDITE SALVAGE OPERATIONS IN RESPONSE TO CATASTROPHIC EVENTS. (a) Categorical Exclusion Established.--Salvage operations carried out by the Secretary concerned on National Forest System lands or public lands are a category of actions hereby designated as being categorically excluded from the preparation of an environmental assessment or an environmental impact statement under section 102 of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. (b) Availability of Categorical Exclusion.--On and after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary concerned may use the categorical exclusion established under subsection (a) in accordance with this section. (c) Acreage Limitation.--A salvage operation covered by the categorical exclusion established under subsection (a) may not contain treatment units exceeding a total of 10,000 acres. (d) Additional Requirements.-- (1) Stream buffers.--A salvage operation covered by the categorical exclusion established under subsection (a) shall comply with the standards and guidelines for stream buffers contained in the applicable forest plan unless waived by the Regional Forester, in the case of National Forest System lands, or the State Director of the Bureau of Land Management, in the case of public lands. 576b), as part of a salvage operation covered by the categorical exclusion established under subsection (a). 3. EXPEDITED SALVAGE OPERATIONS AND REFORESTATION ACTIVITIES FOLLOWING LARGE-SCALE CATASTROPHIC EVENTS. (a) Expedited Environmental Assessment.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, an environmental assessment prepared by the Secretary concerned pursuant to section 102 of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. (b) Expedited Implementation and Completion.--In the case of reforestation activities conducted on National Forest System lands or public lands adversely impacted by a large-scale catastrophic event, the Secretary concerned shall, to the maximum extent practicable, achieve reforestation of at least 75 percent of the impacted lands during the 5-year period following the conclusion of the catastrophic event. (c) Availability of Knutson-Vandenberg Funds.--Amounts in the special fund established pursuant to section 3 of the Act of June 9, 1930 (commonly known as the Knutson-Vandenberg Act; 16 U.S.C. 576b), shall be available to the Secretary of Agriculture for reforestation activities authorized by this section. (d) Timeline for Public Input Process.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, in the case of a salvage operation or reforestation activity proposed to be conducted on National Forest System lands or public lands adversely impacted by a large-scale catastrophic event, the Secretary concerned shall allow-- (A) 30 days for public scoping and comment; (B) 15 days for filing an objection; and (C) 15 days for the agency response to the filing of an objection. (2) Implementation.--On the final day of the process required in paragraph (1), the Secretary concerned shall implement the project for which the process was initiated. (e) Conversion of Timber Sales.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 60 days after a wildfire is contained on National Forest System lands, the Secretary of Agriculture shall convert any timber sales on lands impacted by such wildfire to salvage sales. (2) Analysis deemed sufficient.--If the Regional Forester determines that a proposed timber sale has been sufficiently analyzed under the National Environmental Policy Act, such analysis shall be deemed to fulfill the requirements of section 102(2)(C) of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4332(2)(C)) with respect to such salvage sale. 4. COMPLIANCE WITH FOREST PLAN. 5. PROHIBITION ON RESTRAINING ORDERS, PRELIMINARY INJUNCTIONS, AND INJUNCTIONS PENDING APPEAL. No restraining order, preliminary injunction, or injunction pending appeal shall be issued by any court of the United States with respect to any decision to prepare or conduct a salvage operation or reforestation activity in response to a large-scale catastrophic event. 6. EXCLUSIONS. The authorities provided by this Act do not apply with respect to any National Forest System lands or public lands-- (1) that are included in the National Wilderness Preservation System; (2) that are located within a national or State specific inventoried roadless area established by the Secretary of Agriculture through regulation, unless-- (A) the forest management activity to be carried out under such authority is consistent with the forest plan applicable to the area; or (B) the Secretary concerned determines the activity is allowed under the applicable roadless rule governing such lands; or (3) on which timber harvesting for any purpose is prohibited by Federal statute. SEC. 7. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Forest management activity.--The term ``forest management activity'' means a project or activity carried out by the Secretary concerned on National Forest System lands or public lands consistent with the forest plan covering such lands. 1712); or (B) a land and resource management plan prepared by the Forest Service for a unit of the National Forest System pursuant to section 6 of the Forest and Rangeland Renewable Resources Planning Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. 1604). (3) National forest system.--The term ``National Forest System'' has the meaning given that term in section 11(a) of the Forest and Rangeland Renewable Resources Planning Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. 1609(a)). (4) Public lands.--The term ``public lands'' has the meaning given that term in section 103 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1702), except that the term includes Coos Bay Wagon Road Grant lands and Oregon and California Railroad Grant lands.

To expedite certain activities related to salvage operations and reforestation activities on National Forest System lands or public lands in response to catastrophic events, and for other purposes. a) Categorical Exclusion Established.--Salvage operations carried out by the Secretary concerned on National Forest System lands or public lands are a category of actions hereby designated as being categorically excluded from the preparation of an environmental assessment or an environmental impact statement under section 102 of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4332). ( (d) Additional Requirements.-- (1) Stream buffers.--A salvage operation covered by the categorical exclusion established under subsection (a) shall comply with the standards and guidelines for stream buffers contained in the applicable forest plan unless waived by the Regional Forester, in the case of National Forest System lands, or the State Director of the Bureau of Land Management, in the case of public lands. ( a) Expedited Environmental Assessment.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, an environmental assessment prepared by the Secretary concerned pursuant to section 102 of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4332) for a salvage operation or reforestation activity proposed to be conducted on National Forest System lands or public lands adversely impacted by a large-scale catastrophic event shall be completed within 60 days after the conclusion of the catastrophic event. (b) Expedited Implementation and Completion.--In the case of reforestation activities conducted on National Forest System lands or public lands adversely impacted by a large-scale catastrophic event, the Secretary concerned shall, to the maximum extent practicable, achieve reforestation of at least 75 percent of the impacted lands during the 5-year period following the conclusion of the catastrophic event. ( c) Availability of Knutson-Vandenberg Funds.--Amounts in the special fund established pursuant to section 3 of the Act of June 9, 1930 (commonly known as the Knutson-Vandenberg Act; 16 U.S.C. 576b), shall be available to the Secretary of Agriculture for reforestation activities authorized by this section. ( (e) Conversion of Timber Sales.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 60 days after a wildfire is contained on National Forest System lands, the Secretary of Agriculture shall convert any timber sales on lands impacted by such wildfire to salvage sales. ( 2) Analysis deemed sufficient.--If the Regional Forester determines that a proposed timber sale has been sufficiently analyzed under the National Environmental Policy Act, such analysis shall be deemed to fulfill the requirements of section 102(2)(C) of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4332(2)(C)) with respect to such salvage sale. In this Act: (1) Forest management activity.--The term ``forest management activity'' means a project or activity carried out by the Secretary concerned on National Forest System lands or public lands consistent with the forest plan covering such lands. ( 2) Forest plan.--The term ``forest plan'' means-- (A) a land use plan prepared by the Bureau of Land Management for public lands pursuant to section 202 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1712); or (B) a land and resource management plan prepared by the Forest Service for a unit of the National Forest System pursuant to section 6 of the Forest and Rangeland Renewable Resources Planning Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. 1604). (3) National forest system.--The term ``National Forest System'' has the meaning given that term in section 11(a) of the Forest and Rangeland Renewable Resources Planning Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. 1609(a)). ( 4) Public lands.--The term ``public lands'' has the meaning given that term in section 103 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1702), except that the term includes Coos Bay Wagon Road Grant lands and Oregon and California Railroad Grant lands. (

To expedite certain activities related to salvage operations and reforestation activities on National Forest System lands or public lands in response to catastrophic events, and for other purposes. CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION TO EXPEDITE SALVAGE OPERATIONS IN RESPONSE TO CATASTROPHIC EVENTS. ( a) Categorical Exclusion Established.--Salvage operations carried out by the Secretary concerned on National Forest System lands or public lands are a category of actions hereby designated as being categorically excluded from the preparation of an environmental assessment or an environmental impact statement under section 102 of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4332). ( 4332) for a salvage operation or reforestation activity proposed to be conducted on National Forest System lands or public lands adversely impacted by a large-scale catastrophic event shall be completed within 60 days after the conclusion of the catastrophic event. ( c) Availability of Knutson-Vandenberg Funds.--Amounts in the special fund established pursuant to section 3 of the Act of June 9, 1930 (commonly known as the Knutson-Vandenberg Act; 16 U.S.C. 576b), shall be available to the Secretary of Agriculture for reforestation activities authorized by this section. ( A salvage operation or reforestation activity authorized by this Act shall be conducted in a manner consistent with the forest plan applicable to the National Forest System lands or public lands covered by the salvage operation or reforestation activity. 3) National forest system.--The term ``National Forest System'' has the meaning given that term in section 11(a) of the Forest and Rangeland Renewable Resources Planning Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. 1609(a)). (4) Public lands.--The term ``public lands'' has the meaning given that term in section 103 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1702), except that the term includes Coos Bay Wagon Road Grant lands and Oregon and California Railroad Grant lands. ( 5) Secretary concerned.--The term ``Secretary concerned'' means-- (A) the Secretary of Agriculture, with respect to National Forest System lands; and (B) the Secretary of the Interior, with respect to public lands.

To expedite certain activities related to salvage operations and reforestation activities on National Forest System lands or public lands in response to catastrophic events, and for other purposes. CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION TO EXPEDITE SALVAGE OPERATIONS IN RESPONSE TO CATASTROPHIC EVENTS. ( a) Categorical Exclusion Established.--Salvage operations carried out by the Secretary concerned on National Forest System lands or public lands are a category of actions hereby designated as being categorically excluded from the preparation of an environmental assessment or an environmental impact statement under section 102 of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4332). ( 4332) for a salvage operation or reforestation activity proposed to be conducted on National Forest System lands or public lands adversely impacted by a large-scale catastrophic event shall be completed within 60 days after the conclusion of the catastrophic event. ( c) Availability of Knutson-Vandenberg Funds.--Amounts in the special fund established pursuant to section 3 of the Act of June 9, 1930 (commonly known as the Knutson-Vandenberg Act; 16 U.S.C. 576b), shall be available to the Secretary of Agriculture for reforestation activities authorized by this section. ( A salvage operation or reforestation activity authorized by this Act shall be conducted in a manner consistent with the forest plan applicable to the National Forest System lands or public lands covered by the salvage operation or reforestation activity. 3) National forest system.--The term ``National Forest System'' has the meaning given that term in section 11(a) of the Forest and Rangeland Renewable Resources Planning Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. 1609(a)). (4) Public lands.--The term ``public lands'' has the meaning given that term in section 103 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1702), except that the term includes Coos Bay Wagon Road Grant lands and Oregon and California Railroad Grant lands. ( 5) Secretary concerned.--The term ``Secretary concerned'' means-- (A) the Secretary of Agriculture, with respect to National Forest System lands; and (B) the Secretary of the Interior, with respect to public lands.

To expedite certain activities related to salvage operations and reforestation activities on National Forest System lands or public lands in response to catastrophic events, and for other purposes. a) Categorical Exclusion Established.--Salvage operations carried out by the Secretary concerned on National Forest System lands or public lands are a category of actions hereby designated as being categorically excluded from the preparation of an environmental assessment or an environmental impact statement under section 102 of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4332). ( (d) Additional Requirements.-- (1) Stream buffers.--A salvage operation covered by the categorical exclusion established under subsection (a) shall comply with the standards and guidelines for stream buffers contained in the applicable forest plan unless waived by the Regional Forester, in the case of National Forest System lands, or the State Director of the Bureau of Land Management, in the case of public lands. ( a) Expedited Environmental Assessment.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, an environmental assessment prepared by the Secretary concerned pursuant to section 102 of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4332) for a salvage operation or reforestation activity proposed to be conducted on National Forest System lands or public lands adversely impacted by a large-scale catastrophic event shall be completed within 60 days after the conclusion of the catastrophic event. (b) Expedited Implementation and Completion.--In the case of reforestation activities conducted on National Forest System lands or public lands adversely impacted by a large-scale catastrophic event, the Secretary concerned shall, to the maximum extent practicable, achieve reforestation of at least 75 percent of the impacted lands during the 5-year period following the conclusion of the catastrophic event. ( c) Availability of Knutson-Vandenberg Funds.--Amounts in the special fund established pursuant to section 3 of the Act of June 9, 1930 (commonly known as the Knutson-Vandenberg Act; 16 U.S.C. 576b), shall be available to the Secretary of Agriculture for reforestation activities authorized by this section. ( (e) Conversion of Timber Sales.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 60 days after a wildfire is contained on National Forest System lands, the Secretary of Agriculture shall convert any timber sales on lands impacted by such wildfire to salvage sales. ( 2) Analysis deemed sufficient.--If the Regional Forester determines that a proposed timber sale has been sufficiently analyzed under the National Environmental Policy Act, such analysis shall be deemed to fulfill the requirements of section 102(2)(C) of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4332(2)(C)) with respect to such salvage sale. In this Act: (1) Forest management activity.--The term ``forest management activity'' means a project or activity carried out by the Secretary concerned on National Forest System lands or public lands consistent with the forest plan covering such lands. ( 2) Forest plan.--The term ``forest plan'' means-- (A) a land use plan prepared by the Bureau of Land Management for public lands pursuant to section 202 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1712); or (B) a land and resource management plan prepared by the Forest Service for a unit of the National Forest System pursuant to section 6 of the Forest and Rangeland Renewable Resources Planning Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. 1604). (3) National forest system.--The term ``National Forest System'' has the meaning given that term in section 11(a) of the Forest and Rangeland Renewable Resources Planning Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. 1609(a)). ( 4) Public lands.--The term ``public lands'' has the meaning given that term in section 103 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1702), except that the term includes Coos Bay Wagon Road Grant lands and Oregon and California Railroad Grant lands. (

To expedite certain activities related to salvage operations and reforestation activities on National Forest System lands or public lands in response to catastrophic events, and for other purposes. CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION TO EXPEDITE SALVAGE OPERATIONS IN RESPONSE TO CATASTROPHIC EVENTS. ( a) Categorical Exclusion Established.--Salvage operations carried out by the Secretary concerned on National Forest System lands or public lands are a category of actions hereby designated as being categorically excluded from the preparation of an environmental assessment or an environmental impact statement under section 102 of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4332). ( 4332) for a salvage operation or reforestation activity proposed to be conducted on National Forest System lands or public lands adversely impacted by a large-scale catastrophic event shall be completed within 60 days after the conclusion of the catastrophic event. ( c) Availability of Knutson-Vandenberg Funds.--Amounts in the special fund established pursuant to section 3 of the Act of June 9, 1930 (commonly known as the Knutson-Vandenberg Act; 16 U.S.C. 576b), shall be available to the Secretary of Agriculture for reforestation activities authorized by this section. ( A salvage operation or reforestation activity authorized by this Act shall be conducted in a manner consistent with the forest plan applicable to the National Forest System lands or public lands covered by the salvage operation or reforestation activity. 3) National forest system.--The term ``National Forest System'' has the meaning given that term in section 11(a) of the Forest and Rangeland Renewable Resources Planning Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. 1609(a)). (4) Public lands.--The term ``public lands'' has the meaning given that term in section 103 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1702), except that the term includes Coos Bay Wagon Road Grant lands and Oregon and California Railroad Grant lands. ( 5) Secretary concerned.--The term ``Secretary concerned'' means-- (A) the Secretary of Agriculture, with respect to National Forest System lands; and (B) the Secretary of the Interior, with respect to public lands.

To expedite certain activities related to salvage operations and reforestation activities on National Forest System lands or public lands in response to catastrophic events, and for other purposes. a) Categorical Exclusion Established.--Salvage operations carried out by the Secretary concerned on National Forest System lands or public lands are a category of actions hereby designated as being categorically excluded from the preparation of an environmental assessment or an environmental impact statement under section 102 of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4332). ( (d) Additional Requirements.-- (1) Stream buffers.--A salvage operation covered by the categorical exclusion established under subsection (a) shall comply with the standards and guidelines for stream buffers contained in the applicable forest plan unless waived by the Regional Forester, in the case of National Forest System lands, or the State Director of the Bureau of Land Management, in the case of public lands. ( a) Expedited Environmental Assessment.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, an environmental assessment prepared by the Secretary concerned pursuant to section 102 of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4332) for a salvage operation or reforestation activity proposed to be conducted on National Forest System lands or public lands adversely impacted by a large-scale catastrophic event shall be completed within 60 days after the conclusion of the catastrophic event. (b) Expedited Implementation and Completion.--In the case of reforestation activities conducted on National Forest System lands or public lands adversely impacted by a large-scale catastrophic event, the Secretary concerned shall, to the maximum extent practicable, achieve reforestation of at least 75 percent of the impacted lands during the 5-year period following the conclusion of the catastrophic event. ( c) Availability of Knutson-Vandenberg Funds.--Amounts in the special fund established pursuant to section 3 of the Act of June 9, 1930 (commonly known as the Knutson-Vandenberg Act; 16 U.S.C. 576b), shall be available to the Secretary of Agriculture for reforestation activities authorized by this section. ( (e) Conversion of Timber Sales.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 60 days after a wildfire is contained on National Forest System lands, the Secretary of Agriculture shall convert any timber sales on lands impacted by such wildfire to salvage sales. ( 2) Analysis deemed sufficient.--If the Regional Forester determines that a proposed timber sale has been sufficiently analyzed under the National Environmental Policy Act, such analysis shall be deemed to fulfill the requirements of section 102(2)(C) of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4332(2)(C)) with respect to such salvage sale. In this Act: (1) Forest management activity.--The term ``forest management activity'' means a project or activity carried out by the Secretary concerned on National Forest System lands or public lands consistent with the forest plan covering such lands. ( 2) Forest plan.--The term ``forest plan'' means-- (A) a land use plan prepared by the Bureau of Land Management for public lands pursuant to section 202 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1712); or (B) a land and resource management plan prepared by the Forest Service for a unit of the National Forest System pursuant to section 6 of the Forest and Rangeland Renewable Resources Planning Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. 1604). (3) National forest system.--The term ``National Forest System'' has the meaning given that term in section 11(a) of the Forest and Rangeland Renewable Resources Planning Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. 1609(a)). ( 4) Public lands.--The term ``public lands'' has the meaning given that term in section 103 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1702), except that the term includes Coos Bay Wagon Road Grant lands and Oregon and California Railroad Grant lands. (

To expedite certain activities related to salvage operations and reforestation activities on National Forest System lands or public lands in response to catastrophic events, and for other purposes. CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION TO EXPEDITE SALVAGE OPERATIONS IN RESPONSE TO CATASTROPHIC EVENTS. ( a) Categorical Exclusion Established.--Salvage operations carried out by the Secretary concerned on National Forest System lands or public lands are a category of actions hereby designated as being categorically excluded from the preparation of an environmental assessment or an environmental impact statement under section 102 of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4332). ( 4332) for a salvage operation or reforestation activity proposed to be conducted on National Forest System lands or public lands adversely impacted by a large-scale catastrophic event shall be completed within 60 days after the conclusion of the catastrophic event. ( c) Availability of Knutson-Vandenberg Funds.--Amounts in the special fund established pursuant to section 3 of the Act of June 9, 1930 (commonly known as the Knutson-Vandenberg Act; 16 U.S.C. 576b), shall be available to the Secretary of Agriculture for reforestation activities authorized by this section. ( A salvage operation or reforestation activity authorized by this Act shall be conducted in a manner consistent with the forest plan applicable to the National Forest System lands or public lands covered by the salvage operation or reforestation activity. 3) National forest system.--The term ``National Forest System'' has the meaning given that term in section 11(a) of the Forest and Rangeland Renewable Resources Planning Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. 1609(a)). (4) Public lands.--The term ``public lands'' has the meaning given that term in section 103 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1702), except that the term includes Coos Bay Wagon Road Grant lands and Oregon and California Railroad Grant lands. ( 5) Secretary concerned.--The term ``Secretary concerned'' means-- (A) the Secretary of Agriculture, with respect to National Forest System lands; and (B) the Secretary of the Interior, with respect to public lands.

To expedite certain activities related to salvage operations and reforestation activities on National Forest System lands or public lands in response to catastrophic events, and for other purposes. a) Categorical Exclusion Established.--Salvage operations carried out by the Secretary concerned on National Forest System lands or public lands are a category of actions hereby designated as being categorically excluded from the preparation of an environmental assessment or an environmental impact statement under section 102 of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4332). ( ( (b) Expedited Implementation and Completion.--In the case of reforestation activities conducted on National Forest System lands or public lands adversely impacted by a large-scale catastrophic event, the Secretary concerned shall, to the maximum extent practicable, achieve reforestation of at least 75 percent of the impacted lands during the 5-year period following the conclusion of the catastrophic event. ( c) Availability of Knutson-Vandenberg Funds.--Amounts in the special fund established pursuant to section 3 of the Act of June 9, 1930 (commonly known as the Knutson-Vandenberg Act; 16 U.S.C. 576b), shall be available to the Secretary of Agriculture for reforestation activities authorized by this section. ( ( ( 2) Forest plan.--The term ``forest plan'' means-- (A) a land use plan prepared by the Bureau of Land Management for public lands pursuant to section 202 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1712); or (B) a land and resource management plan prepared by the Forest Service for a unit of the National Forest System pursuant to section 6 of the Forest and Rangeland Renewable Resources Planning Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. 1604). ( 3) National forest system.--The term ``National Forest System'' has the meaning given that term in section 11(a) of the Forest and Rangeland Renewable Resources Planning Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. 1609(a)). (

To expedite certain activities related to salvage operations and reforestation activities on National Forest System lands or public lands in response to catastrophic events, and for other purposes. CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION TO EXPEDITE SALVAGE OPERATIONS IN RESPONSE TO CATASTROPHIC EVENTS. ( a) Categorical Exclusion Established.--Salvage operations carried out by the Secretary concerned on National Forest System lands or public lands are a category of actions hereby designated as being categorically excluded from the preparation of an environmental assessment or an environmental impact statement under section 102 of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4332). ( 4332) for a salvage operation or reforestation activity proposed to be conducted on National Forest System lands or public lands adversely impacted by a large-scale catastrophic event shall be completed within 60 days after the conclusion of the catastrophic event. ( c) Availability of Knutson-Vandenberg Funds.--Amounts in the special fund established pursuant to section 3 of the Act of June 9, 1930 (commonly known as the Knutson-Vandenberg Act; 16 U.S.C. 576b), shall be available to the Secretary of Agriculture for reforestation activities authorized by this section. ( A salvage operation or reforestation activity authorized by this Act shall be conducted in a manner consistent with the forest plan applicable to the National Forest System lands or public lands covered by the salvage operation or reforestation activity. 3) National forest system.--The term ``National Forest System'' has the meaning given that term in section 11(a) of the Forest and Rangeland Renewable Resources Planning Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. 1609(a)). (4) Public lands.--The term ``public lands'' has the meaning given that term in section 103 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1702), except that the term includes Coos Bay Wagon Road Grant lands and Oregon and California Railroad Grant lands. ( 5) Secretary concerned.--The term ``Secretary concerned'' means-- (A) the Secretary of Agriculture, with respect to National Forest System lands; and (B) the Secretary of the Interior, with respect to public lands.

To expedite certain activities related to salvage operations and reforestation activities on National Forest System lands or public lands in response to catastrophic events, and for other purposes. a) Categorical Exclusion Established.--Salvage operations carried out by the Secretary concerned on National Forest System lands or public lands are a category of actions hereby designated as being categorically excluded from the preparation of an environmental assessment or an environmental impact statement under section 102 of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4332). ( ( (b) Expedited Implementation and Completion.--In the case of reforestation activities conducted on National Forest System lands or public lands adversely impacted by a large-scale catastrophic event, the Secretary concerned shall, to the maximum extent practicable, achieve reforestation of at least 75 percent of the impacted lands during the 5-year period following the conclusion of the catastrophic event. ( c) Availability of Knutson-Vandenberg Funds.--Amounts in the special fund established pursuant to section 3 of the Act of June 9, 1930 (commonly known as the Knutson-Vandenberg Act; 16 U.S.C. 576b), shall be available to the Secretary of Agriculture for reforestation activities authorized by this section. ( ( ( 2) Forest plan.--The term ``forest plan'' means-- (A) a land use plan prepared by the Bureau of Land Management for public lands pursuant to section 202 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1712); or (B) a land and resource management plan prepared by the Forest Service for a unit of the National Forest System pursuant to section 6 of the Forest and Rangeland Renewable Resources Planning Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. 1604). ( 3) National forest system.--The term ``National Forest System'' has the meaning given that term in section 11(a) of the Forest and Rangeland Renewable Resources Planning Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. 1609(a)). (

S.1105

Health

Careful Resumption Under Improved Safety Enhancements Act or the CRUISE Act This bill requires various activities to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 on the operation of cruise ships. Specifically, the bill establishes a working group comprised of specified federal departments and industry stakeholders to develop recommendations for resuming cruise ship operations. In addition, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) must issue (within 30 days) separate recommendations on mitigating the introduction, transmission, and spread of COVID-19 onboard cruise ships and to communities onshore. The CDC must consult with the working group on these recommendations. Furthermore, the Department of Health and Human Services must revoke by July 4, 2021, its order issued on November 4, 2020, which restricts the operation of cruise ships in U.S. waters.

To provide COVID-19 mitigation instructions for cruise ships, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Careful Resumption Under Improved Safety Enhancements Act'' or the ``CRUISE Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress makes the following findings: (1) On March 14, 2020, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued the ``No Sail Order and Suspension of Further Embarkation'' which prohibited all cruise ships with capacity to carry 250 or more individuals from embarking passengers in the United States. (2) Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, the cruise industry supported nearly 450,000 American jobs and contributed over $55,500,000,000 to the United States economy annually. More than 300,000 jobs have been lost in the United States due to the suspension of cruises. The majority of the individuals impacted are independent business owners or individuals employed by small- to medium-sized businesses, including travel agents, taxi drivers, port employees, baggage handlers, and longshore workers, as well as airline, hotel, and restaurant employees. (3) On October 30, 2020, the CDC issued the ``Framework for Conditional Sailing Order'' for cruise ships that laid out a 4- phase approach for the resumption of cruise activity. At that time, the CDC released technical instructions for only the first phase of this conditional sailing order. On April 2, 2021, more than 5 months later, CDC released the technical instructions for half of the second phase. Without the complete technical instructions for all 4 phases of this framework, no large cruise ships are able to resume operations in the United States under the CDC's conditional sailing order. (4) The cruise industry is the only segment of the United States economy that is completely prohibited from operations by the CDC due to COVID-19. For every other sector of the economy, CDC provides recommendations for how to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 without issuing orders to prohibit operations. (5) Since July 2020, cruising has continued in Asia, Europe, and the South Pacific with nearly 400,000 passengers sailing with health protocols to mitigate the spread of COVID- 19. (6) The increasing availability of vaccines provides a path to the resumption of pre-pandemic activities. On March 2, 2021, President Biden stated: ``We're now on track to have enough vaccine supply for every adult in America by the end of May. . . . The more people who get vaccinated, the faster we're going to overcome this virus and get back to our loved ones, get our economy back on track, and start to move back to normal.''. (7) As of March 11, 2021, 65 percent of people over the age of 65 and more than 70 percent of people over the age of 75 in the United States were fully vaccinated against COVID-19, leading President Biden to state: ``All adult Americans will be eligible to get a vaccine no later than May 1. . . . After this long, hard year, that will make this Independence Day something truly special, where we not only mark our independence as a nation but we begin to mark our independence from this virus.''. SEC. 3. COVID-19 MITIGATION GUIDANCE FOR CRUISE SHIPS. (a) In General.--Not later than the earlier of 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act or June 1, 2021, the Secretary of Health and Human Services (referred to in this Act as the ``Secretary''), acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (referred to in this Act as the ``Director'') and in consultation with the interagency working group established under subsection (c), shall issue recommendations for how to mitigate the risks of COVID-19 introduction, transmission, and spread among passengers and crew onboard cruise ships and ashore to communities. The Secretary may later update or modify such recommendations as necessary to mitigate such risks. (b) Applicability.--The recommendations issued under subsection (a) shall be applicable to all cruise ships subject to the order entitled ``No Sail Order and Suspension of Further Embarkation'', issued by the Director on March 24, 2020 (85 Fed. Reg. 16628), or any modification to, or extension of, such order. (c) Working Group.-- (1) Establishment.--There is hereby established an interagency working group, for purposes of developing, not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the recommendations described in subsection (a), in order to facilitate the resumption of passenger cruise ship operations in the United States not later than July 4, 2021. (2) Members.--The interagency working group shall consist of-- (A) the Secretary (or designee) serving as Chair; (B) the Secretaries (or designees) of Transportation, of Homeland Security, and of Commerce; and (C) industry stakeholders appointed by the Secretary. (3) Scope of recommendations.--In developing the recommendations described in subsection (a), the interagency working group shall consider public health safety needs; risk mitigation strategies and health protocols for passengers and crew that are consistent with, and not substantially more burdensome than, the guidance applied by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to other business sectors and travel-related industries; and overall economic impacts, costs, and benefits of the recommendations. SEC. 4. RESUMPTION OF CRUISE SHIP OPERATIONS. Not later than July 4, 2021, the Secretary shall revoke the order entitled ``Framework for Conditional Sailing and Initial Phase COVID-19 Testing Requirements for Protection of Crew'', issued by the Director on November 4, 2020 (85 Fed. Reg. 70153), under the authority of sections 361 and 365 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 264; 268), and any other order or regulation that prohibits the operation of all cruise ships in United States waters, requires such ships to obtain approval from the Director prior to operating, or otherwise acts as a de facto prohibition for cruise ship operations in the United States. SEC. 5. RULES OF CONSTRUCTION. Nothing in this Act shall limit the authority of the Secretary to make and enforce such regulations that, in the judgment of the Secretary, are necessary to prevent the introduction, transmission, or spread of communicable diseases on any individual cruise ship presenting a public health threat by reason of the existence of any communicable disease. <all>

CRUISE Act

A bill to provide COVID-19 mitigation instructions for cruise ships, and for other purposes.

CRUISE Act Careful Resumption Under Improved Safety Enhancements Act

Sen. Sullivan, Dan

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AK

This bill requires various activities to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 on the operation of cruise ships. Specifically, the bill establishes a working group comprised of specified federal departments and industry stakeholders to develop recommendations for resuming cruise ship operations. In addition, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) must issue (within 30 days) separate recommendations on mitigating the introduction, transmission, and spread of COVID-19 onboard cruise ships and to communities onshore. The CDC must consult with the working group on these recommendations. Furthermore, the Department of Health and Human Services must revoke by July 4, 2021, its order issued on November 4, 2020, which restricts the operation of cruise ships in U.S. waters.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Careful Resumption Under Improved Safety Enhancements Act'' or the ``CRUISE Act''. 2. FINDINGS. More than 300,000 jobs have been lost in the United States due to the suspension of cruises. The majority of the individuals impacted are independent business owners or individuals employed by small- to medium-sized businesses, including travel agents, taxi drivers, port employees, baggage handlers, and longshore workers, as well as airline, hotel, and restaurant employees. At that time, the CDC released technical instructions for only the first phase of this conditional sailing order. For every other sector of the economy, CDC provides recommendations for how to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 without issuing orders to prohibit operations. (6) The increasing availability of vaccines provides a path to the resumption of pre-pandemic activities. The more people who get vaccinated, the faster we're going to overcome this virus and get back to our loved ones, get our economy back on track, and start to move back to normal.''. (7) As of March 11, 2021, 65 percent of people over the age of 65 and more than 70 percent of people over the age of 75 in the United States were fully vaccinated against COVID-19, leading President Biden to state: ``All adult Americans will be eligible to get a vaccine no later than May 1. . After this long, hard year, that will make this Independence Day something truly special, where we not only mark our independence as a nation but we begin to mark our independence from this virus.''. 3. (b) Applicability.--The recommendations issued under subsection (a) shall be applicable to all cruise ships subject to the order entitled ``No Sail Order and Suspension of Further Embarkation'', issued by the Director on March 24, 2020 (85 Fed. (2) Members.--The interagency working group shall consist of-- (A) the Secretary (or designee) serving as Chair; (B) the Secretaries (or designees) of Transportation, of Homeland Security, and of Commerce; and (C) industry stakeholders appointed by the Secretary. (3) Scope of recommendations.--In developing the recommendations described in subsection (a), the interagency working group shall consider public health safety needs; risk mitigation strategies and health protocols for passengers and crew that are consistent with, and not substantially more burdensome than, the guidance applied by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to other business sectors and travel-related industries; and overall economic impacts, costs, and benefits of the recommendations. 4. RESUMPTION OF CRUISE SHIP OPERATIONS. Reg. SEC. 5. RULES OF CONSTRUCTION. Nothing in this Act shall limit the authority of the Secretary to make and enforce such regulations that, in the judgment of the Secretary, are necessary to prevent the introduction, transmission, or spread of communicable diseases on any individual cruise ship presenting a public health threat by reason of the existence of any communicable disease.

This Act may be cited as the ``Careful Resumption Under Improved Safety Enhancements Act'' or the ``CRUISE Act''. 2. FINDINGS. More than 300,000 jobs have been lost in the United States due to the suspension of cruises. The majority of the individuals impacted are independent business owners or individuals employed by small- to medium-sized businesses, including travel agents, taxi drivers, port employees, baggage handlers, and longshore workers, as well as airline, hotel, and restaurant employees. At that time, the CDC released technical instructions for only the first phase of this conditional sailing order. For every other sector of the economy, CDC provides recommendations for how to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 without issuing orders to prohibit operations. (7) As of March 11, 2021, 65 percent of people over the age of 65 and more than 70 percent of people over the age of 75 in the United States were fully vaccinated against COVID-19, leading President Biden to state: ``All adult Americans will be eligible to get a vaccine no later than May 1. . After this long, hard year, that will make this Independence Day something truly special, where we not only mark our independence as a nation but we begin to mark our independence from this virus.''. 3. (b) Applicability.--The recommendations issued under subsection (a) shall be applicable to all cruise ships subject to the order entitled ``No Sail Order and Suspension of Further Embarkation'', issued by the Director on March 24, 2020 (85 Fed. (2) Members.--The interagency working group shall consist of-- (A) the Secretary (or designee) serving as Chair; (B) the Secretaries (or designees) of Transportation, of Homeland Security, and of Commerce; and (C) industry stakeholders appointed by the Secretary. (3) Scope of recommendations.--In developing the recommendations described in subsection (a), the interagency working group shall consider public health safety needs; risk mitigation strategies and health protocols for passengers and crew that are consistent with, and not substantially more burdensome than, the guidance applied by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to other business sectors and travel-related industries; and overall economic impacts, costs, and benefits of the recommendations. 4. RESUMPTION OF CRUISE SHIP OPERATIONS. Reg. SEC. 5.

To provide COVID-19 mitigation instructions for cruise ships, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Careful Resumption Under Improved Safety Enhancements Act'' or the ``CRUISE Act''. 2. FINDINGS. More than 300,000 jobs have been lost in the United States due to the suspension of cruises. The majority of the individuals impacted are independent business owners or individuals employed by small- to medium-sized businesses, including travel agents, taxi drivers, port employees, baggage handlers, and longshore workers, as well as airline, hotel, and restaurant employees. (3) On October 30, 2020, the CDC issued the ``Framework for Conditional Sailing Order'' for cruise ships that laid out a 4- phase approach for the resumption of cruise activity. At that time, the CDC released technical instructions for only the first phase of this conditional sailing order. For every other sector of the economy, CDC provides recommendations for how to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 without issuing orders to prohibit operations. (5) Since July 2020, cruising has continued in Asia, Europe, and the South Pacific with nearly 400,000 passengers sailing with health protocols to mitigate the spread of COVID- 19. (6) The increasing availability of vaccines provides a path to the resumption of pre-pandemic activities. The more people who get vaccinated, the faster we're going to overcome this virus and get back to our loved ones, get our economy back on track, and start to move back to normal.''. (7) As of March 11, 2021, 65 percent of people over the age of 65 and more than 70 percent of people over the age of 75 in the United States were fully vaccinated against COVID-19, leading President Biden to state: ``All adult Americans will be eligible to get a vaccine no later than May 1. . After this long, hard year, that will make this Independence Day something truly special, where we not only mark our independence as a nation but we begin to mark our independence from this virus.''. 3. (a) In General.--Not later than the earlier of 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act or June 1, 2021, the Secretary of Health and Human Services (referred to in this Act as the ``Secretary''), acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (referred to in this Act as the ``Director'') and in consultation with the interagency working group established under subsection (c), shall issue recommendations for how to mitigate the risks of COVID-19 introduction, transmission, and spread among passengers and crew onboard cruise ships and ashore to communities. (b) Applicability.--The recommendations issued under subsection (a) shall be applicable to all cruise ships subject to the order entitled ``No Sail Order and Suspension of Further Embarkation'', issued by the Director on March 24, 2020 (85 Fed. 16628), or any modification to, or extension of, such order. (2) Members.--The interagency working group shall consist of-- (A) the Secretary (or designee) serving as Chair; (B) the Secretaries (or designees) of Transportation, of Homeland Security, and of Commerce; and (C) industry stakeholders appointed by the Secretary. (3) Scope of recommendations.--In developing the recommendations described in subsection (a), the interagency working group shall consider public health safety needs; risk mitigation strategies and health protocols for passengers and crew that are consistent with, and not substantially more burdensome than, the guidance applied by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to other business sectors and travel-related industries; and overall economic impacts, costs, and benefits of the recommendations. 4. RESUMPTION OF CRUISE SHIP OPERATIONS. Reg. 70153), under the authority of sections 361 and 365 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 264; 268), and any other order or regulation that prohibits the operation of all cruise ships in United States waters, requires such ships to obtain approval from the Director prior to operating, or otherwise acts as a de facto prohibition for cruise ship operations in the United States. SEC. 5. RULES OF CONSTRUCTION. Nothing in this Act shall limit the authority of the Secretary to make and enforce such regulations that, in the judgment of the Secretary, are necessary to prevent the introduction, transmission, or spread of communicable diseases on any individual cruise ship presenting a public health threat by reason of the existence of any communicable disease.

To provide COVID-19 mitigation instructions for cruise ships, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Careful Resumption Under Improved Safety Enhancements Act'' or the ``CRUISE Act''. 2. FINDINGS. Congress makes the following findings: (1) On March 14, 2020, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued the ``No Sail Order and Suspension of Further Embarkation'' which prohibited all cruise ships with capacity to carry 250 or more individuals from embarking passengers in the United States. (2) Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, the cruise industry supported nearly 450,000 American jobs and contributed over $55,500,000,000 to the United States economy annually. More than 300,000 jobs have been lost in the United States due to the suspension of cruises. The majority of the individuals impacted are independent business owners or individuals employed by small- to medium-sized businesses, including travel agents, taxi drivers, port employees, baggage handlers, and longshore workers, as well as airline, hotel, and restaurant employees. (3) On October 30, 2020, the CDC issued the ``Framework for Conditional Sailing Order'' for cruise ships that laid out a 4- phase approach for the resumption of cruise activity. At that time, the CDC released technical instructions for only the first phase of this conditional sailing order. On April 2, 2021, more than 5 months later, CDC released the technical instructions for half of the second phase. Without the complete technical instructions for all 4 phases of this framework, no large cruise ships are able to resume operations in the United States under the CDC's conditional sailing order. (4) The cruise industry is the only segment of the United States economy that is completely prohibited from operations by the CDC due to COVID-19. For every other sector of the economy, CDC provides recommendations for how to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 without issuing orders to prohibit operations. (5) Since July 2020, cruising has continued in Asia, Europe, and the South Pacific with nearly 400,000 passengers sailing with health protocols to mitigate the spread of COVID- 19. (6) The increasing availability of vaccines provides a path to the resumption of pre-pandemic activities. On March 2, 2021, President Biden stated: ``We're now on track to have enough vaccine supply for every adult in America by the end of May. The more people who get vaccinated, the faster we're going to overcome this virus and get back to our loved ones, get our economy back on track, and start to move back to normal.''. (7) As of March 11, 2021, 65 percent of people over the age of 65 and more than 70 percent of people over the age of 75 in the United States were fully vaccinated against COVID-19, leading President Biden to state: ``All adult Americans will be eligible to get a vaccine no later than May 1. . After this long, hard year, that will make this Independence Day something truly special, where we not only mark our independence as a nation but we begin to mark our independence from this virus.''. 3. (a) In General.--Not later than the earlier of 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act or June 1, 2021, the Secretary of Health and Human Services (referred to in this Act as the ``Secretary''), acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (referred to in this Act as the ``Director'') and in consultation with the interagency working group established under subsection (c), shall issue recommendations for how to mitigate the risks of COVID-19 introduction, transmission, and spread among passengers and crew onboard cruise ships and ashore to communities. The Secretary may later update or modify such recommendations as necessary to mitigate such risks. (b) Applicability.--The recommendations issued under subsection (a) shall be applicable to all cruise ships subject to the order entitled ``No Sail Order and Suspension of Further Embarkation'', issued by the Director on March 24, 2020 (85 Fed. 16628), or any modification to, or extension of, such order. (2) Members.--The interagency working group shall consist of-- (A) the Secretary (or designee) serving as Chair; (B) the Secretaries (or designees) of Transportation, of Homeland Security, and of Commerce; and (C) industry stakeholders appointed by the Secretary. (3) Scope of recommendations.--In developing the recommendations described in subsection (a), the interagency working group shall consider public health safety needs; risk mitigation strategies and health protocols for passengers and crew that are consistent with, and not substantially more burdensome than, the guidance applied by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to other business sectors and travel-related industries; and overall economic impacts, costs, and benefits of the recommendations. 4. RESUMPTION OF CRUISE SHIP OPERATIONS. Not later than July 4, 2021, the Secretary shall revoke the order entitled ``Framework for Conditional Sailing and Initial Phase COVID-19 Testing Requirements for Protection of Crew'', issued by the Director on November 4, 2020 (85 Fed. Reg. 70153), under the authority of sections 361 and 365 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 264; 268), and any other order or regulation that prohibits the operation of all cruise ships in United States waters, requires such ships to obtain approval from the Director prior to operating, or otherwise acts as a de facto prohibition for cruise ship operations in the United States. SEC. 5. RULES OF CONSTRUCTION. Nothing in this Act shall limit the authority of the Secretary to make and enforce such regulations that, in the judgment of the Secretary, are necessary to prevent the introduction, transmission, or spread of communicable diseases on any individual cruise ship presenting a public health threat by reason of the existence of any communicable disease.

To provide COVID-19 mitigation instructions for cruise ships, and for other purposes. Congress makes the following findings: (1) On March 14, 2020, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued the ``No Sail Order and Suspension of Further Embarkation'' which prohibited all cruise ships with capacity to carry 250 or more individuals from embarking passengers in the United States. ( On April 2, 2021, more than 5 months later, CDC released the technical instructions for half of the second phase. Without the complete technical instructions for all 4 phases of this framework, no large cruise ships are able to resume operations in the United States under the CDC's conditional sailing order. ( (7) As of March 11, 2021, 65 percent of people over the age of 65 and more than 70 percent of people over the age of 75 in the United States were fully vaccinated against COVID-19, leading President Biden to state: ``All adult Americans will be eligible to get a vaccine no later than May 1. . . . a) In General.--Not later than the earlier of 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act or June 1, 2021, the Secretary of Health and Human Services (referred to in this Act as the ``Secretary''), acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (referred to in this Act as the ``Director'') and in consultation with the interagency working group established under subsection (c), shall issue recommendations for how to mitigate the risks of COVID-19 introduction, transmission, and spread among passengers and crew onboard cruise ships and ashore to communities. 16628), or any modification to, or extension of, such order. ( c) Working Group.-- (1) Establishment.--There is hereby established an interagency working group, for purposes of developing, not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the recommendations described in subsection (a), in order to facilitate the resumption of passenger cruise ship operations in the United States not later than July 4, 2021. ( 264; 268), and any other order or regulation that prohibits the operation of all cruise ships in United States waters, requires such ships to obtain approval from the Director prior to operating, or otherwise acts as a de facto prohibition for cruise ship operations in the United States. RULES OF CONSTRUCTION.

To provide COVID-19 mitigation instructions for cruise ships, and for other purposes. Congress makes the following findings: (1) On March 14, 2020, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued the ``No Sail Order and Suspension of Further Embarkation'' which prohibited all cruise ships with capacity to carry 250 or more individuals from embarking passengers in the United States. ( More than 300,000 jobs have been lost in the United States due to the suspension of cruises. (5) Since July 2020, cruising has continued in Asia, Europe, and the South Pacific with nearly 400,000 passengers sailing with health protocols to mitigate the spread of COVID- 19. ( 7) As of March 11, 2021, 65 percent of people over the age of 65 and more than 70 percent of people over the age of 75 in the United States were fully vaccinated against COVID-19, leading President Biden to state: ``All adult Americans will be eligible to get a vaccine no later than May 1. . . . The Secretary may later update or modify such recommendations as necessary to mitigate such risks. ( (c) Working Group.-- (1) Establishment.--There is hereby established an interagency working group, for purposes of developing, not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the recommendations described in subsection (a), in order to facilitate the resumption of passenger cruise ship operations in the United States not later than July 4, 2021. ( 70153), under the authority of sections 361 and 365 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 264; 268), and any other order or regulation that prohibits the operation of all cruise ships in United States waters, requires such ships to obtain approval from the Director prior to operating, or otherwise acts as a de facto prohibition for cruise ship operations in the United States.

To provide COVID-19 mitigation instructions for cruise ships, and for other purposes. Congress makes the following findings: (1) On March 14, 2020, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued the ``No Sail Order and Suspension of Further Embarkation'' which prohibited all cruise ships with capacity to carry 250 or more individuals from embarking passengers in the United States. ( More than 300,000 jobs have been lost in the United States due to the suspension of cruises. (5) Since July 2020, cruising has continued in Asia, Europe, and the South Pacific with nearly 400,000 passengers sailing with health protocols to mitigate the spread of COVID- 19. ( 7) As of March 11, 2021, 65 percent of people over the age of 65 and more than 70 percent of people over the age of 75 in the United States were fully vaccinated against COVID-19, leading President Biden to state: ``All adult Americans will be eligible to get a vaccine no later than May 1. . . . The Secretary may later update or modify such recommendations as necessary to mitigate such risks. ( (c) Working Group.-- (1) Establishment.--There is hereby established an interagency working group, for purposes of developing, not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the recommendations described in subsection (a), in order to facilitate the resumption of passenger cruise ship operations in the United States not later than July 4, 2021. ( 70153), under the authority of sections 361 and 365 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 264; 268), and any other order or regulation that prohibits the operation of all cruise ships in United States waters, requires such ships to obtain approval from the Director prior to operating, or otherwise acts as a de facto prohibition for cruise ship operations in the United States.

To provide COVID-19 mitigation instructions for cruise ships, and for other purposes. Congress makes the following findings: (1) On March 14, 2020, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued the ``No Sail Order and Suspension of Further Embarkation'' which prohibited all cruise ships with capacity to carry 250 or more individuals from embarking passengers in the United States. ( On April 2, 2021, more than 5 months later, CDC released the technical instructions for half of the second phase. Without the complete technical instructions for all 4 phases of this framework, no large cruise ships are able to resume operations in the United States under the CDC's conditional sailing order. ( (7) As of March 11, 2021, 65 percent of people over the age of 65 and more than 70 percent of people over the age of 75 in the United States were fully vaccinated against COVID-19, leading President Biden to state: ``All adult Americans will be eligible to get a vaccine no later than May 1. . . . a) In General.--Not later than the earlier of 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act or June 1, 2021, the Secretary of Health and Human Services (referred to in this Act as the ``Secretary''), acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (referred to in this Act as the ``Director'') and in consultation with the interagency working group established under subsection (c), shall issue recommendations for how to mitigate the risks of COVID-19 introduction, transmission, and spread among passengers and crew onboard cruise ships and ashore to communities. 16628), or any modification to, or extension of, such order. ( c) Working Group.-- (1) Establishment.--There is hereby established an interagency working group, for purposes of developing, not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the recommendations described in subsection (a), in order to facilitate the resumption of passenger cruise ship operations in the United States not later than July 4, 2021. ( 264; 268), and any other order or regulation that prohibits the operation of all cruise ships in United States waters, requires such ships to obtain approval from the Director prior to operating, or otherwise acts as a de facto prohibition for cruise ship operations in the United States. RULES OF CONSTRUCTION.

To provide COVID-19 mitigation instructions for cruise ships, and for other purposes. Congress makes the following findings: (1) On March 14, 2020, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued the ``No Sail Order and Suspension of Further Embarkation'' which prohibited all cruise ships with capacity to carry 250 or more individuals from embarking passengers in the United States. ( More than 300,000 jobs have been lost in the United States due to the suspension of cruises. (5) Since July 2020, cruising has continued in Asia, Europe, and the South Pacific with nearly 400,000 passengers sailing with health protocols to mitigate the spread of COVID- 19. ( 7) As of March 11, 2021, 65 percent of people over the age of 65 and more than 70 percent of people over the age of 75 in the United States were fully vaccinated against COVID-19, leading President Biden to state: ``All adult Americans will be eligible to get a vaccine no later than May 1. . . . The Secretary may later update or modify such recommendations as necessary to mitigate such risks. ( (c) Working Group.-- (1) Establishment.--There is hereby established an interagency working group, for purposes of developing, not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the recommendations described in subsection (a), in order to facilitate the resumption of passenger cruise ship operations in the United States not later than July 4, 2021. ( 70153), under the authority of sections 361 and 365 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 264; 268), and any other order or regulation that prohibits the operation of all cruise ships in United States waters, requires such ships to obtain approval from the Director prior to operating, or otherwise acts as a de facto prohibition for cruise ship operations in the United States.

To provide COVID-19 mitigation instructions for cruise ships, and for other purposes. Congress makes the following findings: (1) On March 14, 2020, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued the ``No Sail Order and Suspension of Further Embarkation'' which prohibited all cruise ships with capacity to carry 250 or more individuals from embarking passengers in the United States. ( On April 2, 2021, more than 5 months later, CDC released the technical instructions for half of the second phase. Without the complete technical instructions for all 4 phases of this framework, no large cruise ships are able to resume operations in the United States under the CDC's conditional sailing order. ( (7) As of March 11, 2021, 65 percent of people over the age of 65 and more than 70 percent of people over the age of 75 in the United States were fully vaccinated against COVID-19, leading President Biden to state: ``All adult Americans will be eligible to get a vaccine no later than May 1. . . . a) In General.--Not later than the earlier of 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act or June 1, 2021, the Secretary of Health and Human Services (referred to in this Act as the ``Secretary''), acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (referred to in this Act as the ``Director'') and in consultation with the interagency working group established under subsection (c), shall issue recommendations for how to mitigate the risks of COVID-19 introduction, transmission, and spread among passengers and crew onboard cruise ships and ashore to communities. 16628), or any modification to, or extension of, such order. ( c) Working Group.-- (1) Establishment.--There is hereby established an interagency working group, for purposes of developing, not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the recommendations described in subsection (a), in order to facilitate the resumption of passenger cruise ship operations in the United States not later than July 4, 2021. ( 264; 268), and any other order or regulation that prohibits the operation of all cruise ships in United States waters, requires such ships to obtain approval from the Director prior to operating, or otherwise acts as a de facto prohibition for cruise ship operations in the United States. RULES OF CONSTRUCTION.

To provide COVID-19 mitigation instructions for cruise ships, and for other purposes. Congress makes the following findings: (1) On March 14, 2020, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued the ``No Sail Order and Suspension of Further Embarkation'' which prohibited all cruise ships with capacity to carry 250 or more individuals from embarking passengers in the United States. ( More than 300,000 jobs have been lost in the United States due to the suspension of cruises. (5) Since July 2020, cruising has continued in Asia, Europe, and the South Pacific with nearly 400,000 passengers sailing with health protocols to mitigate the spread of COVID- 19. ( 7) As of March 11, 2021, 65 percent of people over the age of 65 and more than 70 percent of people over the age of 75 in the United States were fully vaccinated against COVID-19, leading President Biden to state: ``All adult Americans will be eligible to get a vaccine no later than May 1. . . . The Secretary may later update or modify such recommendations as necessary to mitigate such risks. ( (c) Working Group.-- (1) Establishment.--There is hereby established an interagency working group, for purposes of developing, not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the recommendations described in subsection (a), in order to facilitate the resumption of passenger cruise ship operations in the United States not later than July 4, 2021. ( 70153), under the authority of sections 361 and 365 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 264; 268), and any other order or regulation that prohibits the operation of all cruise ships in United States waters, requires such ships to obtain approval from the Director prior to operating, or otherwise acts as a de facto prohibition for cruise ship operations in the United States.

To provide COVID-19 mitigation instructions for cruise ships, and for other purposes. Congress makes the following findings: (1) On March 14, 2020, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued the ``No Sail Order and Suspension of Further Embarkation'' which prohibited all cruise ships with capacity to carry 250 or more individuals from embarking passengers in the United States. ( On April 2, 2021, more than 5 months later, CDC released the technical instructions for half of the second phase. Without the complete technical instructions for all 4 phases of this framework, no large cruise ships are able to resume operations in the United States under the CDC's conditional sailing order. ( (7) As of March 11, 2021, 65 percent of people over the age of 65 and more than 70 percent of people over the age of 75 in the United States were fully vaccinated against COVID-19, leading President Biden to state: ``All adult Americans will be eligible to get a vaccine no later than May 1. . . . a) In General.--Not later than the earlier of 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act or June 1, 2021, the Secretary of Health and Human Services (referred to in this Act as the ``Secretary''), acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (referred to in this Act as the ``Director'') and in consultation with the interagency working group established under subsection (c), shall issue recommendations for how to mitigate the risks of COVID-19 introduction, transmission, and spread among passengers and crew onboard cruise ships and ashore to communities. 16628), or any modification to, or extension of, such order. ( c) Working Group.-- (1) Establishment.--There is hereby established an interagency working group, for purposes of developing, not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the recommendations described in subsection (a), in order to facilitate the resumption of passenger cruise ship operations in the United States not later than July 4, 2021. ( 264; 268), and any other order or regulation that prohibits the operation of all cruise ships in United States waters, requires such ships to obtain approval from the Director prior to operating, or otherwise acts as a de facto prohibition for cruise ship operations in the United States. RULES OF CONSTRUCTION.

To provide COVID-19 mitigation instructions for cruise ships, and for other purposes. Congress makes the following findings: (1) On March 14, 2020, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued the ``No Sail Order and Suspension of Further Embarkation'' which prohibited all cruise ships with capacity to carry 250 or more individuals from embarking passengers in the United States. ( More than 300,000 jobs have been lost in the United States due to the suspension of cruises. (5) Since July 2020, cruising has continued in Asia, Europe, and the South Pacific with nearly 400,000 passengers sailing with health protocols to mitigate the spread of COVID- 19. ( 7) As of March 11, 2021, 65 percent of people over the age of 65 and more than 70 percent of people over the age of 75 in the United States were fully vaccinated against COVID-19, leading President Biden to state: ``All adult Americans will be eligible to get a vaccine no later than May 1. . . . The Secretary may later update or modify such recommendations as necessary to mitigate such risks. ( (c) Working Group.-- (1) Establishment.--There is hereby established an interagency working group, for purposes of developing, not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the recommendations described in subsection (a), in order to facilitate the resumption of passenger cruise ship operations in the United States not later than July 4, 2021. ( 70153), under the authority of sections 361 and 365 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 264; 268), and any other order or regulation that prohibits the operation of all cruise ships in United States waters, requires such ships to obtain approval from the Director prior to operating, or otherwise acts as a de facto prohibition for cruise ship operations in the United States.

To provide COVID-19 mitigation instructions for cruise ships, and for other purposes. Congress makes the following findings: (1) On March 14, 2020, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued the ``No Sail Order and Suspension of Further Embarkation'' which prohibited all cruise ships with capacity to carry 250 or more individuals from embarking passengers in the United States. ( a) In General.--Not later than the earlier of 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act or June 1, 2021, the Secretary of Health and Human Services (referred to in this Act as the ``Secretary''), acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (referred to in this Act as the ``Director'') and in consultation with the interagency working group established under subsection (c), shall issue recommendations for how to mitigate the risks of COVID-19 introduction, transmission, and spread among passengers and crew onboard cruise ships and ashore to communities. c) Working Group.-- (1) Establishment.--There is hereby established an interagency working group, for purposes of developing, not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the recommendations described in subsection (a), in order to facilitate the resumption of passenger cruise ship operations in the United States not later than July 4, 2021. (

H.R.9080

Taxation

Non-Profit Hospital Tax Exemption Transparency Act The bill imposes additional community benefit standards for tax-exempt hospital organizations. A hospital organization must have a board of directors drawn from the community in which it is located and must provide medical care for patients who pay their bills through public programs, including Medicare and Medicaid. The organization may not limit the number of patients served at any clinical site it owns or controls and must spend specified amounts on (1) training, education, or research designed to improve patient care; (2) improvements to facilities and equipment; and (3) free or discounted care. The Inspector General for Tax Administration of the Department of the Treasury must conduct a review of the financial assistance policies of tax-exempt hospital organizations. The Government Accountability Office must review and report on the effectiveness of the Internal Revenue Service in enforcing compliance of tax-exempt hospitals with the new community benefit standards.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish new community benefit standards for tax-exempt hospital organizations, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Non-Profit Hospital Tax Exemption Transparency Act''. SEC. 2. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTAIN HOSPITALS. (a) In General.--Section 501(r) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``and'' in subparagraph (C), by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (D) and inserting ``, and'', and by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(E) meets the community benefit standard described in paragraph (7).'', (2) by redesignating paragraph (7) as paragraph (8), and (3) by inserting after paragraph (6) the following new paragraph: ``(7) Community benefit standard.-- ``(A) In general.--A hospital organization meets the requirements of this paragraph if such organization-- ``(i) has a board of directors drawn from the community in which such organization is located, ``(ii) both-- ``(I) treats patients who pay their bills through public programs, including under the Medicare program under title XVIII of the Social Security Act or under the Medicaid program under title XIX of such Act, and ``(II) does not limit the number of such patients served at any clinical site owned or controlled by such organization, and ``(iii) spends an amount which meets or exceeds the expenditure threshold for the taxable year on any combination of-- ``(I) training, education, or research designed to improve patient care, ``(II) improvements to facilities and equipment except as provided in subparagraph (C), and ``(III) free or discounted care pursuant to a financial assistance policy. ``(B) Expenditure threshold.--For purposes of this paragraph, the term `expenditure threshold' means 100 percent of the value of the Federal, State, and local tax exemptions of the hospital organization for the taxable year. ``(C) Special rules for improvements to facilities and equipment.-- ``(i) In general.--For purposes of clause (iii)(II) of subparagraph (A)-- ``(I) expenditures under such clause may not be used to account for more than 50 percent of the minimum spending requirement under such subparagraph, and ``(II) expenditures for the acquisition of a physician practice, hospital, ambulatory surgical center, or any other care delivery organization shall not be taken into account as an improvement to facilities or equipment under such clause. ``(ii) Care delivery organization.--For purposes of clause (i), the term `care delivery organization' means an organization of people, institutions, and resources whose primary mission is to deliver health care services to meet the health needs of a target population.''. (b) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2023. SEC. 3. HOSPITAL ORGANIZATION FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE POLICY COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS. (a) In General.--Section 501(r) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended by the preceding provision of this Act, is further amended in paragraph (5)(A) by inserting ``according to Medicare rates with respect'' after ``billed''. (b) Effective Date.--The amendment made by this section shall apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2023. SEC. 4. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE POLICY REVIEW AND REPORT. (a) Review.--The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration shall conduct a review of financial assistance policies of hospital organizations under section 501(r)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. (b) Report.--Not later than 365 days after the date of the enactment of this Act and annually thereafter, the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration shall submit to the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Finance of the Senate a report on the results of the review conducted under subsection (a), including-- (1) the content of financial assistance policies of hospital organizations, (2) compliance of hospital organizations with the financial assistance policy requirements of section 501(r)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, and (3) such other topics as are determined by the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration to be relevant to financial assistance policies. SEC. 5. INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE ENFORCEMENT REVIEW AND REPORT. (a) Review.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall conduct a review of the effectiveness of the Internal Revenue Service in enforcing compliance with the community benefit standard for hospital organizations under section 501(r)(7) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. (b) Report.--Not later than 365 days after the date of the enactment of this Act and no later than every three years thereafter, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Finance of the Senate a report on the results of the review conducted under subsection (a). <all>

Non-Profit Hospital Tax Exemption Transparency Act

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish new community benefit standards for tax-exempt hospital organizations, and for other purposes.

Non-Profit Hospital Tax Exemption Transparency Act

Rep. Spartz, Victoria

R

IN

The bill imposes additional community benefit standards for tax-exempt hospital organizations. A hospital organization must have a board of directors drawn from the community in which it is located and must provide medical care for patients who pay their bills through public programs, including Medicare and Medicaid. The organization may not limit the number of patients served at any clinical site it owns or controls and must spend specified amounts on (1) training, education, or research designed to improve patient care; (2) improvements to facilities and equipment; and (3) free or discounted care. The Inspector General for Tax Administration of the Department of the Treasury must conduct a review of the financial assistance policies of tax-exempt hospital organizations. The Government Accountability Office must review and report on the effectiveness of the Internal Revenue Service in enforcing compliance of tax-exempt hospitals with the new community benefit standards.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Non-Profit Hospital Tax Exemption Transparency Act''. 2. (a) In General.--Section 501(r) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``and'' in subparagraph (C), by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (D) and inserting ``, and'', and by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(E) meets the community benefit standard described in paragraph (7). '', (2) by redesignating paragraph (7) as paragraph (8), and (3) by inserting after paragraph (6) the following new paragraph: ``(7) Community benefit standard.-- ``(A) In general.--A hospital organization meets the requirements of this paragraph if such organization-- ``(i) has a board of directors drawn from the community in which such organization is located, ``(ii) both-- ``(I) treats patients who pay their bills through public programs, including under the Medicare program under title XVIII of the Social Security Act or under the Medicaid program under title XIX of such Act, and ``(II) does not limit the number of such patients served at any clinical site owned or controlled by such organization, and ``(iii) spends an amount which meets or exceeds the expenditure threshold for the taxable year on any combination of-- ``(I) training, education, or research designed to improve patient care, ``(II) improvements to facilities and equipment except as provided in subparagraph (C), and ``(III) free or discounted care pursuant to a financial assistance policy. ``(C) Special rules for improvements to facilities and equipment.-- ``(i) In general.--For purposes of clause (iii)(II) of subparagraph (A)-- ``(I) expenditures under such clause may not be used to account for more than 50 percent of the minimum spending requirement under such subparagraph, and ``(II) expenditures for the acquisition of a physician practice, hospital, ambulatory surgical center, or any other care delivery organization shall not be taken into account as an improvement to facilities or equipment under such clause. ``(ii) Care delivery organization.--For purposes of clause (i), the term `care delivery organization' means an organization of people, institutions, and resources whose primary mission is to deliver health care services to meet the health needs of a target population.''. (b) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2023. 3. HOSPITAL ORGANIZATION FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE POLICY COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS. 4. SEC. 5. INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE ENFORCEMENT REVIEW AND REPORT. (b) Report.--Not later than 365 days after the date of the enactment of this Act and no later than every three years thereafter, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Finance of the Senate a report on the results of the review conducted under subsection (a).

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Non-Profit Hospital Tax Exemption Transparency Act''. 2. (a) In General.--Section 501(r) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``and'' in subparagraph (C), by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (D) and inserting ``, and'', and by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(E) meets the community benefit standard described in paragraph (7). ``(C) Special rules for improvements to facilities and equipment.-- ``(i) In general.--For purposes of clause (iii)(II) of subparagraph (A)-- ``(I) expenditures under such clause may not be used to account for more than 50 percent of the minimum spending requirement under such subparagraph, and ``(II) expenditures for the acquisition of a physician practice, hospital, ambulatory surgical center, or any other care delivery organization shall not be taken into account as an improvement to facilities or equipment under such clause. ``(ii) Care delivery organization.--For purposes of clause (i), the term `care delivery organization' means an organization of people, institutions, and resources whose primary mission is to deliver health care services to meet the health needs of a target population.''. (b) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2023. 3. HOSPITAL ORGANIZATION FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE POLICY COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS. 4. SEC. 5. INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE ENFORCEMENT REVIEW AND REPORT. (b) Report.--Not later than 365 days after the date of the enactment of this Act and no later than every three years thereafter, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Finance of the Senate a report on the results of the review conducted under subsection (a).

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish new community benefit standards for tax-exempt hospital organizations, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Non-Profit Hospital Tax Exemption Transparency Act''. 2. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTAIN HOSPITALS. (a) In General.--Section 501(r) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``and'' in subparagraph (C), by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (D) and inserting ``, and'', and by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(E) meets the community benefit standard described in paragraph (7). '', (2) by redesignating paragraph (7) as paragraph (8), and (3) by inserting after paragraph (6) the following new paragraph: ``(7) Community benefit standard.-- ``(A) In general.--A hospital organization meets the requirements of this paragraph if such organization-- ``(i) has a board of directors drawn from the community in which such organization is located, ``(ii) both-- ``(I) treats patients who pay their bills through public programs, including under the Medicare program under title XVIII of the Social Security Act or under the Medicaid program under title XIX of such Act, and ``(II) does not limit the number of such patients served at any clinical site owned or controlled by such organization, and ``(iii) spends an amount which meets or exceeds the expenditure threshold for the taxable year on any combination of-- ``(I) training, education, or research designed to improve patient care, ``(II) improvements to facilities and equipment except as provided in subparagraph (C), and ``(III) free or discounted care pursuant to a financial assistance policy. ``(B) Expenditure threshold.--For purposes of this paragraph, the term `expenditure threshold' means 100 percent of the value of the Federal, State, and local tax exemptions of the hospital organization for the taxable year. ``(C) Special rules for improvements to facilities and equipment.-- ``(i) In general.--For purposes of clause (iii)(II) of subparagraph (A)-- ``(I) expenditures under such clause may not be used to account for more than 50 percent of the minimum spending requirement under such subparagraph, and ``(II) expenditures for the acquisition of a physician practice, hospital, ambulatory surgical center, or any other care delivery organization shall not be taken into account as an improvement to facilities or equipment under such clause. ``(ii) Care delivery organization.--For purposes of clause (i), the term `care delivery organization' means an organization of people, institutions, and resources whose primary mission is to deliver health care services to meet the health needs of a target population.''. (b) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2023. 3. HOSPITAL ORGANIZATION FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE POLICY COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS. (a) In General.--Section 501(r) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended by the preceding provision of this Act, is further amended in paragraph (5)(A) by inserting ``according to Medicare rates with respect'' after ``billed''. 4. (a) Review.--The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration shall conduct a review of financial assistance policies of hospital organizations under section 501(r)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. (b) Report.--Not later than 365 days after the date of the enactment of this Act and annually thereafter, the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration shall submit to the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Finance of the Senate a report on the results of the review conducted under subsection (a), including-- (1) the content of financial assistance policies of hospital organizations, (2) compliance of hospital organizations with the financial assistance policy requirements of section 501(r)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, and (3) such other topics as are determined by the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration to be relevant to financial assistance policies. SEC. 5. INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE ENFORCEMENT REVIEW AND REPORT. (b) Report.--Not later than 365 days after the date of the enactment of this Act and no later than every three years thereafter, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Finance of the Senate a report on the results of the review conducted under subsection (a).

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish new community benefit standards for tax-exempt hospital organizations, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Non-Profit Hospital Tax Exemption Transparency Act''. SEC. 2. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTAIN HOSPITALS. (a) In General.--Section 501(r) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``and'' in subparagraph (C), by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (D) and inserting ``, and'', and by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(E) meets the community benefit standard described in paragraph (7).'', (2) by redesignating paragraph (7) as paragraph (8), and (3) by inserting after paragraph (6) the following new paragraph: ``(7) Community benefit standard.-- ``(A) In general.--A hospital organization meets the requirements of this paragraph if such organization-- ``(i) has a board of directors drawn from the community in which such organization is located, ``(ii) both-- ``(I) treats patients who pay their bills through public programs, including under the Medicare program under title XVIII of the Social Security Act or under the Medicaid program under title XIX of such Act, and ``(II) does not limit the number of such patients served at any clinical site owned or controlled by such organization, and ``(iii) spends an amount which meets or exceeds the expenditure threshold for the taxable year on any combination of-- ``(I) training, education, or research designed to improve patient care, ``(II) improvements to facilities and equipment except as provided in subparagraph (C), and ``(III) free or discounted care pursuant to a financial assistance policy. ``(B) Expenditure threshold.--For purposes of this paragraph, the term `expenditure threshold' means 100 percent of the value of the Federal, State, and local tax exemptions of the hospital organization for the taxable year. ``(C) Special rules for improvements to facilities and equipment.-- ``(i) In general.--For purposes of clause (iii)(II) of subparagraph (A)-- ``(I) expenditures under such clause may not be used to account for more than 50 percent of the minimum spending requirement under such subparagraph, and ``(II) expenditures for the acquisition of a physician practice, hospital, ambulatory surgical center, or any other care delivery organization shall not be taken into account as an improvement to facilities or equipment under such clause. ``(ii) Care delivery organization.--For purposes of clause (i), the term `care delivery organization' means an organization of people, institutions, and resources whose primary mission is to deliver health care services to meet the health needs of a target population.''. (b) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2023. SEC. 3. HOSPITAL ORGANIZATION FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE POLICY COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS. (a) In General.--Section 501(r) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended by the preceding provision of this Act, is further amended in paragraph (5)(A) by inserting ``according to Medicare rates with respect'' after ``billed''. (b) Effective Date.--The amendment made by this section shall apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2023. SEC. 4. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE POLICY REVIEW AND REPORT. (a) Review.--The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration shall conduct a review of financial assistance policies of hospital organizations under section 501(r)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. (b) Report.--Not later than 365 days after the date of the enactment of this Act and annually thereafter, the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration shall submit to the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Finance of the Senate a report on the results of the review conducted under subsection (a), including-- (1) the content of financial assistance policies of hospital organizations, (2) compliance of hospital organizations with the financial assistance policy requirements of section 501(r)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, and (3) such other topics as are determined by the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration to be relevant to financial assistance policies. SEC. 5. INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE ENFORCEMENT REVIEW AND REPORT. (a) Review.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall conduct a review of the effectiveness of the Internal Revenue Service in enforcing compliance with the community benefit standard for hospital organizations under section 501(r)(7) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. (b) Report.--Not later than 365 days after the date of the enactment of this Act and no later than every three years thereafter, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Finance of the Senate a report on the results of the review conducted under subsection (a). <all>

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish new community benefit standards for tax-exempt hospital organizations, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 501(r) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``and'' in subparagraph (C), by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (D) and inserting ``, and'', and by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(E) meets the community benefit standard described in paragraph (7). ``(B) Expenditure threshold.--For purposes of this paragraph, the term `expenditure threshold' means 100 percent of the value of the Federal, State, and local tax exemptions of the hospital organization for the taxable year. ``(C) Special rules for improvements to facilities and equipment.-- ``(i) In general.--For purposes of clause (iii)(II) of subparagraph (A)-- ``(I) expenditures under such clause may not be used to account for more than 50 percent of the minimum spending requirement under such subparagraph, and ``(II) expenditures for the acquisition of a physician practice, hospital, ambulatory surgical center, or any other care delivery organization shall not be taken into account as an improvement to facilities or equipment under such clause. a) Review.--The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration shall conduct a review of financial assistance policies of hospital organizations under section 501(r)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE ENFORCEMENT REVIEW AND REPORT. ( a) Review.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall conduct a review of the effectiveness of the Internal Revenue Service in enforcing compliance with the community benefit standard for hospital organizations under section 501(r)(7) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. (

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish new community benefit standards for tax-exempt hospital organizations, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 501(r) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``and'' in subparagraph (C), by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (D) and inserting ``, and'', and by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(E) meets the community benefit standard described in paragraph (7). '', ( ``(C) Special rules for improvements to facilities and equipment.-- ``(i) In general.--For purposes of clause (iii)(II) of subparagraph (A)-- ``(I) expenditures under such clause may not be used to account for more than 50 percent of the minimum spending requirement under such subparagraph, and ``(II) expenditures for the acquisition of a physician practice, hospital, ambulatory surgical center, or any other care delivery organization shall not be taken into account as an improvement to facilities or equipment under such clause. a) Review.--The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration shall conduct a review of financial assistance policies of hospital organizations under section 501(r)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. ( (a) Review.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall conduct a review of the effectiveness of the Internal Revenue Service in enforcing compliance with the community benefit standard for hospital organizations under section 501(r)(7) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. ( b) Report.--Not later than 365 days after the date of the enactment of this Act and no later than every three years thereafter, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Finance of the Senate a report on the results of the review conducted under subsection (a).

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish new community benefit standards for tax-exempt hospital organizations, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 501(r) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``and'' in subparagraph (C), by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (D) and inserting ``, and'', and by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(E) meets the community benefit standard described in paragraph (7). '', ( ``(C) Special rules for improvements to facilities and equipment.-- ``(i) In general.--For purposes of clause (iii)(II) of subparagraph (A)-- ``(I) expenditures under such clause may not be used to account for more than 50 percent of the minimum spending requirement under such subparagraph, and ``(II) expenditures for the acquisition of a physician practice, hospital, ambulatory surgical center, or any other care delivery organization shall not be taken into account as an improvement to facilities or equipment under such clause. a) Review.--The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration shall conduct a review of financial assistance policies of hospital organizations under section 501(r)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. ( (a) Review.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall conduct a review of the effectiveness of the Internal Revenue Service in enforcing compliance with the community benefit standard for hospital organizations under section 501(r)(7) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. ( b) Report.--Not later than 365 days after the date of the enactment of this Act and no later than every three years thereafter, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Finance of the Senate a report on the results of the review conducted under subsection (a).

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish new community benefit standards for tax-exempt hospital organizations, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 501(r) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``and'' in subparagraph (C), by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (D) and inserting ``, and'', and by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(E) meets the community benefit standard described in paragraph (7). ``(B) Expenditure threshold.--For purposes of this paragraph, the term `expenditure threshold' means 100 percent of the value of the Federal, State, and local tax exemptions of the hospital organization for the taxable year. ``(C) Special rules for improvements to facilities and equipment.-- ``(i) In general.--For purposes of clause (iii)(II) of subparagraph (A)-- ``(I) expenditures under such clause may not be used to account for more than 50 percent of the minimum spending requirement under such subparagraph, and ``(II) expenditures for the acquisition of a physician practice, hospital, ambulatory surgical center, or any other care delivery organization shall not be taken into account as an improvement to facilities or equipment under such clause. a) Review.--The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration shall conduct a review of financial assistance policies of hospital organizations under section 501(r)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE ENFORCEMENT REVIEW AND REPORT. ( a) Review.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall conduct a review of the effectiveness of the Internal Revenue Service in enforcing compliance with the community benefit standard for hospital organizations under section 501(r)(7) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. (

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish new community benefit standards for tax-exempt hospital organizations, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 501(r) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``and'' in subparagraph (C), by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (D) and inserting ``, and'', and by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(E) meets the community benefit standard described in paragraph (7). '', ( ``(C) Special rules for improvements to facilities and equipment.-- ``(i) In general.--For purposes of clause (iii)(II) of subparagraph (A)-- ``(I) expenditures under such clause may not be used to account for more than 50 percent of the minimum spending requirement under such subparagraph, and ``(II) expenditures for the acquisition of a physician practice, hospital, ambulatory surgical center, or any other care delivery organization shall not be taken into account as an improvement to facilities or equipment under such clause. a) Review.--The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration shall conduct a review of financial assistance policies of hospital organizations under section 501(r)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. ( (a) Review.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall conduct a review of the effectiveness of the Internal Revenue Service in enforcing compliance with the community benefit standard for hospital organizations under section 501(r)(7) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. ( b) Report.--Not later than 365 days after the date of the enactment of this Act and no later than every three years thereafter, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Finance of the Senate a report on the results of the review conducted under subsection (a).

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish new community benefit standards for tax-exempt hospital organizations, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 501(r) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``and'' in subparagraph (C), by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (D) and inserting ``, and'', and by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(E) meets the community benefit standard described in paragraph (7). ``(B) Expenditure threshold.--For purposes of this paragraph, the term `expenditure threshold' means 100 percent of the value of the Federal, State, and local tax exemptions of the hospital organization for the taxable year. ``(C) Special rules for improvements to facilities and equipment.-- ``(i) In general.--For purposes of clause (iii)(II) of subparagraph (A)-- ``(I) expenditures under such clause may not be used to account for more than 50 percent of the minimum spending requirement under such subparagraph, and ``(II) expenditures for the acquisition of a physician practice, hospital, ambulatory surgical center, or any other care delivery organization shall not be taken into account as an improvement to facilities or equipment under such clause. a) Review.--The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration shall conduct a review of financial assistance policies of hospital organizations under section 501(r)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE ENFORCEMENT REVIEW AND REPORT. ( a) Review.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall conduct a review of the effectiveness of the Internal Revenue Service in enforcing compliance with the community benefit standard for hospital organizations under section 501(r)(7) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. (

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish new community benefit standards for tax-exempt hospital organizations, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 501(r) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``and'' in subparagraph (C), by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (D) and inserting ``, and'', and by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(E) meets the community benefit standard described in paragraph (7). '', ( ``(C) Special rules for improvements to facilities and equipment.-- ``(i) In general.--For purposes of clause (iii)(II) of subparagraph (A)-- ``(I) expenditures under such clause may not be used to account for more than 50 percent of the minimum spending requirement under such subparagraph, and ``(II) expenditures for the acquisition of a physician practice, hospital, ambulatory surgical center, or any other care delivery organization shall not be taken into account as an improvement to facilities or equipment under such clause. a) Review.--The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration shall conduct a review of financial assistance policies of hospital organizations under section 501(r)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. ( (a) Review.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall conduct a review of the effectiveness of the Internal Revenue Service in enforcing compliance with the community benefit standard for hospital organizations under section 501(r)(7) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. ( b) Report.--Not later than 365 days after the date of the enactment of this Act and no later than every three years thereafter, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Finance of the Senate a report on the results of the review conducted under subsection (a).

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish new community benefit standards for tax-exempt hospital organizations, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 501(r) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``and'' in subparagraph (C), by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (D) and inserting ``, and'', and by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(E) meets the community benefit standard described in paragraph (7). ``(B) Expenditure threshold.--For purposes of this paragraph, the term `expenditure threshold' means 100 percent of the value of the Federal, State, and local tax exemptions of the hospital organization for the taxable year. ``(C) Special rules for improvements to facilities and equipment.-- ``(i) In general.--For purposes of clause (iii)(II) of subparagraph (A)-- ``(I) expenditures under such clause may not be used to account for more than 50 percent of the minimum spending requirement under such subparagraph, and ``(II) expenditures for the acquisition of a physician practice, hospital, ambulatory surgical center, or any other care delivery organization shall not be taken into account as an improvement to facilities or equipment under such clause. a) Review.--The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration shall conduct a review of financial assistance policies of hospital organizations under section 501(r)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE ENFORCEMENT REVIEW AND REPORT. ( a) Review.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall conduct a review of the effectiveness of the Internal Revenue Service in enforcing compliance with the community benefit standard for hospital organizations under section 501(r)(7) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. (

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish new community benefit standards for tax-exempt hospital organizations, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 501(r) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``and'' in subparagraph (C), by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (D) and inserting ``, and'', and by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(E) meets the community benefit standard described in paragraph (7). '', ( ``(C) Special rules for improvements to facilities and equipment.-- ``(i) In general.--For purposes of clause (iii)(II) of subparagraph (A)-- ``(I) expenditures under such clause may not be used to account for more than 50 percent of the minimum spending requirement under such subparagraph, and ``(II) expenditures for the acquisition of a physician practice, hospital, ambulatory surgical center, or any other care delivery organization shall not be taken into account as an improvement to facilities or equipment under such clause. a) Review.--The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration shall conduct a review of financial assistance policies of hospital organizations under section 501(r)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. ( (a) Review.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall conduct a review of the effectiveness of the Internal Revenue Service in enforcing compliance with the community benefit standard for hospital organizations under section 501(r)(7) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. ( b) Report.--Not later than 365 days after the date of the enactment of this Act and no later than every three years thereafter, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Finance of the Senate a report on the results of the review conducted under subsection (a).

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish new community benefit standards for tax-exempt hospital organizations, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 501(r) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``and'' in subparagraph (C), by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (D) and inserting ``, and'', and by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(E) meets the community benefit standard described in paragraph (7). ``(B) Expenditure threshold.--For purposes of this paragraph, the term `expenditure threshold' means 100 percent of the value of the Federal, State, and local tax exemptions of the hospital organization for the taxable year. ``(C) Special rules for improvements to facilities and equipment.-- ``(i) In general.--For purposes of clause (iii)(II) of subparagraph (A)-- ``(I) expenditures under such clause may not be used to account for more than 50 percent of the minimum spending requirement under such subparagraph, and ``(II) expenditures for the acquisition of a physician practice, hospital, ambulatory surgical center, or any other care delivery organization shall not be taken into account as an improvement to facilities or equipment under such clause. a) Review.--The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration shall conduct a review of financial assistance policies of hospital organizations under section 501(r)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE ENFORCEMENT REVIEW AND REPORT. ( a) Review.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall conduct a review of the effectiveness of the Internal Revenue Service in enforcing compliance with the community benefit standard for hospital organizations under section 501(r)(7) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. (

H.R.7771

Environmental Protection

This bill requires the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Environmental Protection Agency to study compliance costs for applicants and holders of certain permits for the discharge of pollutants or dredged or fill materials into waters.

To require the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to conduct a study analyzing the cost to permit applicants and permit holders of complying with sections 402 and 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control 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. STUDY ON COST OF COMPLIANCE WITH PERMIT REQUIREMENTS. (a) In General.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Army, acting through the Chief of Engineers, and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency shall conduct a study analyzing the cost to permit applicants and permit holders of complying with sections 402 and 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1342 and 1344), including-- (1) with respect to such section 402, costs associated with applications, permitting time, compliance with effluent limitations and best management practices, and monitoring; and (2) with respect to such section 404, costs associated with applications, permitting time, impact avoidance and minimization, and compensatory mitigation. (b) Contents of Study.--The study required under subsection (a) shall include an analysis, with respect to the 5 years prior to the date of enactment of this Act, of-- (1) the total cost to all permit applicants and permit holders of complying with sections 402 and 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1342 and 1344); (2) the average cost to a permit applicant or permit holder of complying with such sections, including such average cost in each such year; (3) the cost to permit applicants and permit holders of complying with such sections based on the type of permit applicant or permit holder and the economic sector to which such permit applicant or permit holder belongs; and (4) a comparison of such costs in urban and rural areas. (c) Submission.--Upon completion of the study required under subsection (a), the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate a report containing the results of such study. <all>

To require the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to conduct a study analyzing the cost to permit applicants and permit holders of complying with sections 402 and 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, and for other purposes.

To require the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to conduct a study analyzing the cost to permit applicants and permit holders of complying with sections 402 and 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, and for other purposes.

Official Titles - House of Representatives Official Title as Introduced To require the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to conduct a study analyzing the cost to permit applicants and permit holders of complying with sections 402 and 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, and for other purposes.

Rep. Rouzer, David

R

NC

This bill requires the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Environmental Protection Agency to study compliance costs for applicants and holders of certain permits for the discharge of pollutants or dredged or fill materials into waters.

To require the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to conduct a study analyzing the cost to permit applicants and permit holders of complying with sections 402 and 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control 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. STUDY ON COST OF COMPLIANCE WITH PERMIT REQUIREMENTS. (a) In General.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Army, acting through the Chief of Engineers, and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency shall conduct a study analyzing the cost to permit applicants and permit holders of complying with sections 402 and 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1342 and 1344), including-- (1) with respect to such section 402, costs associated with applications, permitting time, compliance with effluent limitations and best management practices, and monitoring; and (2) with respect to such section 404, costs associated with applications, permitting time, impact avoidance and minimization, and compensatory mitigation. (b) Contents of Study.--The study required under subsection (a) shall include an analysis, with respect to the 5 years prior to the date of enactment of this Act, of-- (1) the total cost to all permit applicants and permit holders of complying with sections 402 and 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1342 and 1344); (2) the average cost to a permit applicant or permit holder of complying with such sections, including such average cost in each such year; (3) the cost to permit applicants and permit holders of complying with such sections based on the type of permit applicant or permit holder and the economic sector to which such permit applicant or permit holder belongs; and (4) a comparison of such costs in urban and rural areas. (c) Submission.--Upon completion of the study required under subsection (a), the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate a report containing the results of such study. <all>

To require the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to conduct a study analyzing the cost to permit applicants and permit holders of complying with sections 402 and 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control 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. STUDY ON COST OF COMPLIANCE WITH PERMIT REQUIREMENTS. 1342 and 1344), including-- (1) with respect to such section 402, costs associated with applications, permitting time, compliance with effluent limitations and best management practices, and monitoring; and (2) with respect to such section 404, costs associated with applications, permitting time, impact avoidance and minimization, and compensatory mitigation. (b) Contents of Study.--The study required under subsection (a) shall include an analysis, with respect to the 5 years prior to the date of enactment of this Act, of-- (1) the total cost to all permit applicants and permit holders of complying with sections 402 and 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1342 and 1344); (2) the average cost to a permit applicant or permit holder of complying with such sections, including such average cost in each such year; (3) the cost to permit applicants and permit holders of complying with such sections based on the type of permit applicant or permit holder and the economic sector to which such permit applicant or permit holder belongs; and (4) a comparison of such costs in urban and rural areas. (c) Submission.--Upon completion of the study required under subsection (a), the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate a report containing the results of such study.

To require the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to conduct a study analyzing the cost to permit applicants and permit holders of complying with sections 402 and 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control 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. STUDY ON COST OF COMPLIANCE WITH PERMIT REQUIREMENTS. (a) In General.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Army, acting through the Chief of Engineers, and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency shall conduct a study analyzing the cost to permit applicants and permit holders of complying with sections 402 and 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1342 and 1344), including-- (1) with respect to such section 402, costs associated with applications, permitting time, compliance with effluent limitations and best management practices, and monitoring; and (2) with respect to such section 404, costs associated with applications, permitting time, impact avoidance and minimization, and compensatory mitigation. (b) Contents of Study.--The study required under subsection (a) shall include an analysis, with respect to the 5 years prior to the date of enactment of this Act, of-- (1) the total cost to all permit applicants and permit holders of complying with sections 402 and 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1342 and 1344); (2) the average cost to a permit applicant or permit holder of complying with such sections, including such average cost in each such year; (3) the cost to permit applicants and permit holders of complying with such sections based on the type of permit applicant or permit holder and the economic sector to which such permit applicant or permit holder belongs; and (4) a comparison of such costs in urban and rural areas. (c) Submission.--Upon completion of the study required under subsection (a), the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate a report containing the results of such study. <all>

To require the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to conduct a study analyzing the cost to permit applicants and permit holders of complying with sections 402 and 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control 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. STUDY ON COST OF COMPLIANCE WITH PERMIT REQUIREMENTS. (a) In General.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Army, acting through the Chief of Engineers, and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency shall conduct a study analyzing the cost to permit applicants and permit holders of complying with sections 402 and 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1342 and 1344), including-- (1) with respect to such section 402, costs associated with applications, permitting time, compliance with effluent limitations and best management practices, and monitoring; and (2) with respect to such section 404, costs associated with applications, permitting time, impact avoidance and minimization, and compensatory mitigation. (b) Contents of Study.--The study required under subsection (a) shall include an analysis, with respect to the 5 years prior to the date of enactment of this Act, of-- (1) the total cost to all permit applicants and permit holders of complying with sections 402 and 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1342 and 1344); (2) the average cost to a permit applicant or permit holder of complying with such sections, including such average cost in each such year; (3) the cost to permit applicants and permit holders of complying with such sections based on the type of permit applicant or permit holder and the economic sector to which such permit applicant or permit holder belongs; and (4) a comparison of such costs in urban and rural areas. (c) Submission.--Upon completion of the study required under subsection (a), the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate a report containing the results of such study. <all>

To require the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to conduct a study analyzing the cost to permit applicants and permit holders of complying with sections 402 and 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, and for other purposes. b) Contents of Study.--The study required under subsection (a) shall include an analysis, with respect to the 5 years prior to the date of enactment of this Act, of-- (1) the total cost to all permit applicants and permit holders of complying with sections 402 and 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1342 and 1344); (2) the average cost to a permit applicant or permit holder of complying with such sections, including such average cost in each such year; (3) the cost to permit applicants and permit holders of complying with such sections based on the type of permit applicant or permit holder and the economic sector to which such permit applicant or permit holder belongs; and (4) a comparison of such costs in urban and rural areas. ( c) Submission.--Upon completion of the study required under subsection (a), the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate a report containing the results of such study.

To require the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to conduct a study analyzing the cost to permit applicants and permit holders of complying with sections 402 and 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control 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. (c) Submission.--Upon completion of the study required under subsection (a), the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate a report containing the results of such study.

To require the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to conduct a study analyzing the cost to permit applicants and permit holders of complying with sections 402 and 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control 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. (c) Submission.--Upon completion of the study required under subsection (a), the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate a report containing the results of such study.

To require the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to conduct a study analyzing the cost to permit applicants and permit holders of complying with sections 402 and 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, and for other purposes. b) Contents of Study.--The study required under subsection (a) shall include an analysis, with respect to the 5 years prior to the date of enactment of this Act, of-- (1) the total cost to all permit applicants and permit holders of complying with sections 402 and 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1342 and 1344); (2) the average cost to a permit applicant or permit holder of complying with such sections, including such average cost in each such year; (3) the cost to permit applicants and permit holders of complying with such sections based on the type of permit applicant or permit holder and the economic sector to which such permit applicant or permit holder belongs; and (4) a comparison of such costs in urban and rural areas. ( c) Submission.--Upon completion of the study required under subsection (a), the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate a report containing the results of such study.

To require the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to conduct a study analyzing the cost to permit applicants and permit holders of complying with sections 402 and 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control 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. (c) Submission.--Upon completion of the study required under subsection (a), the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate a report containing the results of such study.

To require the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to conduct a study analyzing the cost to permit applicants and permit holders of complying with sections 402 and 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, and for other purposes. b) Contents of Study.--The study required under subsection (a) shall include an analysis, with respect to the 5 years prior to the date of enactment of this Act, of-- (1) the total cost to all permit applicants and permit holders of complying with sections 402 and 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1342 and 1344); (2) the average cost to a permit applicant or permit holder of complying with such sections, including such average cost in each such year; (3) the cost to permit applicants and permit holders of complying with such sections based on the type of permit applicant or permit holder and the economic sector to which such permit applicant or permit holder belongs; and (4) a comparison of such costs in urban and rural areas. ( c) Submission.--Upon completion of the study required under subsection (a), the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate a report containing the results of such study.

To require the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to conduct a study analyzing the cost to permit applicants and permit holders of complying with sections 402 and 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control 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. (c) Submission.--Upon completion of the study required under subsection (a), the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate a report containing the results of such study.

To require the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to conduct a study analyzing the cost to permit applicants and permit holders of complying with sections 402 and 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, and for other purposes. b) Contents of Study.--The study required under subsection (a) shall include an analysis, with respect to the 5 years prior to the date of enactment of this Act, of-- (1) the total cost to all permit applicants and permit holders of complying with sections 402 and 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1342 and 1344); (2) the average cost to a permit applicant or permit holder of complying with such sections, including such average cost in each such year; (3) the cost to permit applicants and permit holders of complying with such sections based on the type of permit applicant or permit holder and the economic sector to which such permit applicant or permit holder belongs; and (4) a comparison of such costs in urban and rural areas. ( c) Submission.--Upon completion of the study required under subsection (a), the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate a report containing the results of such study.

To require the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to conduct a study analyzing the cost to permit applicants and permit holders of complying with sections 402 and 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control 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. (c) Submission.--Upon completion of the study required under subsection (a), the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate a report containing the results of such study.

To require the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to conduct a study analyzing the cost to permit applicants and permit holders of complying with sections 402 and 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, and for other purposes. b) Contents of Study.--The study required under subsection (a) shall include an analysis, with respect to the 5 years prior to the date of enactment of this Act, of-- (1) the total cost to all permit applicants and permit holders of complying with sections 402 and 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1342 and 1344); (2) the average cost to a permit applicant or permit holder of complying with such sections, including such average cost in each such year; (3) the cost to permit applicants and permit holders of complying with such sections based on the type of permit applicant or permit holder and the economic sector to which such permit applicant or permit holder belongs; and (4) a comparison of such costs in urban and rural areas. ( c) Submission.--Upon completion of the study required under subsection (a), the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate a report containing the results of such study.

H.R.6313

Armed Forces and National Security

This bill designates the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in French Camp, California, as the Robert A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic.

To designate the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in French Camp, California, as the ``Richard A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic''. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Sgt. Richard A. Pittman was born on May 26, 1945, in French Camp, California. (2) Sgt. Pittman enlisted in the Marine Corps in 1965. (3) On July 24, 1966, Sgt. Pittman's unit was moving along a trail near the demilitarized zone in the Republic of Vietnam when the marines ahead of them came under attack. (4) Upon hearing the attack, Sgt. Pittman took a machine gun and several belts of ammunition and rushed to aid his comrades. As he moved towards the attacked marines, Sgt. Pittman came under heavy fire from two automatic weapons, which he was able to destroy. (5) When Sgt. Pittman learned there were additional wounded marines further along the trail, he endured enemy mortar and gunfire to get to them. As he reached them, he faced an attack by 30 to 40 enemy fighters. (6) Sgt. Pittman used a combination of machine-gun fire, an enemy submachine gun, a pistol from a fallen comrade, and a grenade to cause the enemy force to withdraw. Due to his courageous actions that day, many of his wounded comrades were saved. (7) In recognition of his bravery that day, Sgt. Pittman was awarded the Medal of Honor by President Lyndon B. Johnson on May 14, 1968. SEC. 2. DESIGNATION OF ROBERT A. PITTMAN DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS HEALTH CARE CLINIC. (a) Designation.--The Department of Veterans Affairs community- based outpatient clinic in French Camp, California, shall after the date of the enactment of this Act be known and designated as the ``Robert A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic''. (b) References.--Any reference in a law, map, regulation, document, paper, or other record of the United States to the facility referred to in subsection (a) shall be deemed to be a reference to the ``Robert A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic''. <all>

To designate the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in French Camp, California, as the "Richard A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic".

To designate the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in French Camp, California, as the "Richard A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic".

Official Titles - House of Representatives Official Title as Introduced To designate the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in French Camp, California, as the "Richard A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic".

Rep. McNerney, Jerry

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CA

This bill designates the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in French Camp, California, as the Robert A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic.

To designate the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in French Camp, California, as the ``Richard A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic''. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Sgt. Richard A. Pittman was born on May 26, 1945, in French Camp, California. (2) Sgt. Pittman enlisted in the Marine Corps in 1965. (3) On July 24, 1966, Sgt. Pittman's unit was moving along a trail near the demilitarized zone in the Republic of Vietnam when the marines ahead of them came under attack. (4) Upon hearing the attack, Sgt. Pittman took a machine gun and several belts of ammunition and rushed to aid his comrades. As he moved towards the attacked marines, Sgt. Pittman came under heavy fire from two automatic weapons, which he was able to destroy. (5) When Sgt. Pittman learned there were additional wounded marines further along the trail, he endured enemy mortar and gunfire to get to them. As he reached them, he faced an attack by 30 to 40 enemy fighters. (6) Sgt. Pittman used a combination of machine-gun fire, an enemy submachine gun, a pistol from a fallen comrade, and a grenade to cause the enemy force to withdraw. Due to his courageous actions that day, many of his wounded comrades were saved. (7) In recognition of his bravery that day, Sgt. Pittman was awarded the Medal of Honor by President Lyndon B. Johnson on May 14, 1968. SEC. 2. DESIGNATION OF ROBERT A. PITTMAN DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS HEALTH CARE CLINIC. (a) Designation.--The Department of Veterans Affairs community- based outpatient clinic in French Camp, California, shall after the date of the enactment of this Act be known and designated as the ``Robert A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic''. (b) References.--Any reference in a law, map, regulation, document, paper, or other record of the United States to the facility referred to in subsection (a) shall be deemed to be a reference to the ``Robert A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic''. <all>

To designate the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in French Camp, California, as the ``Richard A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic''. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Sgt. Richard A. Pittman was born on May 26, 1945, in French Camp, California. (2) Sgt. Pittman enlisted in the Marine Corps in 1965. (3) On July 24, 1966, Sgt. Pittman's unit was moving along a trail near the demilitarized zone in the Republic of Vietnam when the marines ahead of them came under attack. (4) Upon hearing the attack, Sgt. Pittman took a machine gun and several belts of ammunition and rushed to aid his comrades. As he moved towards the attacked marines, Sgt. Pittman came under heavy fire from two automatic weapons, which he was able to destroy. (5) When Sgt. Pittman learned there were additional wounded marines further along the trail, he endured enemy mortar and gunfire to get to them. As he reached them, he faced an attack by 30 to 40 enemy fighters. (6) Sgt. Pittman used a combination of machine-gun fire, an enemy submachine gun, a pistol from a fallen comrade, and a grenade to cause the enemy force to withdraw. Due to his courageous actions that day, many of his wounded comrades were saved. (7) In recognition of his bravery that day, Sgt. Pittman was awarded the Medal of Honor by President Lyndon B. Johnson on May 14, 1968. SEC. 2. DESIGNATION OF ROBERT A. PITTMAN DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS HEALTH CARE CLINIC. (a) Designation.--The Department of Veterans Affairs community- based outpatient clinic in French Camp, California, shall after the date of the enactment of this Act be known and designated as the ``Robert A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic''. (b) References.--Any reference in a law, map, regulation, document, paper, or other record of the United States to the facility referred to in subsection (a) shall be deemed to be a reference to the ``Robert A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic''. <all>

To designate the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in French Camp, California, as the ``Richard A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic''. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Sgt. Richard A. Pittman was born on May 26, 1945, in French Camp, California. (2) Sgt. Pittman enlisted in the Marine Corps in 1965. (3) On July 24, 1966, Sgt. Pittman's unit was moving along a trail near the demilitarized zone in the Republic of Vietnam when the marines ahead of them came under attack. (4) Upon hearing the attack, Sgt. Pittman took a machine gun and several belts of ammunition and rushed to aid his comrades. As he moved towards the attacked marines, Sgt. Pittman came under heavy fire from two automatic weapons, which he was able to destroy. (5) When Sgt. Pittman learned there were additional wounded marines further along the trail, he endured enemy mortar and gunfire to get to them. As he reached them, he faced an attack by 30 to 40 enemy fighters. (6) Sgt. Pittman used a combination of machine-gun fire, an enemy submachine gun, a pistol from a fallen comrade, and a grenade to cause the enemy force to withdraw. Due to his courageous actions that day, many of his wounded comrades were saved. (7) In recognition of his bravery that day, Sgt. Pittman was awarded the Medal of Honor by President Lyndon B. Johnson on May 14, 1968. SEC. 2. DESIGNATION OF ROBERT A. PITTMAN DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS HEALTH CARE CLINIC. (a) Designation.--The Department of Veterans Affairs community- based outpatient clinic in French Camp, California, shall after the date of the enactment of this Act be known and designated as the ``Robert A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic''. (b) References.--Any reference in a law, map, regulation, document, paper, or other record of the United States to the facility referred to in subsection (a) shall be deemed to be a reference to the ``Robert A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic''. <all>

To designate the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in French Camp, California, as the ``Richard A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic''. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Sgt. Richard A. Pittman was born on May 26, 1945, in French Camp, California. (2) Sgt. Pittman enlisted in the Marine Corps in 1965. (3) On July 24, 1966, Sgt. Pittman's unit was moving along a trail near the demilitarized zone in the Republic of Vietnam when the marines ahead of them came under attack. (4) Upon hearing the attack, Sgt. Pittman took a machine gun and several belts of ammunition and rushed to aid his comrades. As he moved towards the attacked marines, Sgt. Pittman came under heavy fire from two automatic weapons, which he was able to destroy. (5) When Sgt. Pittman learned there were additional wounded marines further along the trail, he endured enemy mortar and gunfire to get to them. As he reached them, he faced an attack by 30 to 40 enemy fighters. (6) Sgt. Pittman used a combination of machine-gun fire, an enemy submachine gun, a pistol from a fallen comrade, and a grenade to cause the enemy force to withdraw. Due to his courageous actions that day, many of his wounded comrades were saved. (7) In recognition of his bravery that day, Sgt. Pittman was awarded the Medal of Honor by President Lyndon B. Johnson on May 14, 1968. SEC. 2. DESIGNATION OF ROBERT A. PITTMAN DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS HEALTH CARE CLINIC. (a) Designation.--The Department of Veterans Affairs community- based outpatient clinic in French Camp, California, shall after the date of the enactment of this Act be known and designated as the ``Robert A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic''. (b) References.--Any reference in a law, map, regulation, document, paper, or other record of the United States to the facility referred to in subsection (a) shall be deemed to be a reference to the ``Robert A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic''. <all>

To designate the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in French Camp, California, as the ``Richard A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic''. 3) On July 24, 1966, Sgt. Pittman's unit was moving along a trail near the demilitarized zone in the Republic of Vietnam when the marines ahead of them came under attack. ( As he reached them, he faced an attack by 30 to 40 enemy fighters. ( Pittman was awarded the Medal of Honor by President Lyndon B. Johnson on May 14, 1968. b) References.--Any reference in a law, map, regulation, document, paper, or other record of the United States to the facility referred to in subsection (a) shall be deemed to be a reference to the ``Robert A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic''.

To designate the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in French Camp, California, as the ``Richard A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic''. 3) On July 24, 1966, Sgt. Pittman's unit was moving along a trail near the demilitarized zone in the Republic of Vietnam when the marines ahead of them came under attack. ( As he reached them, he faced an attack by 30 to 40 enemy fighters. (

To designate the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in French Camp, California, as the ``Richard A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic''. 3) On July 24, 1966, Sgt. Pittman's unit was moving along a trail near the demilitarized zone in the Republic of Vietnam when the marines ahead of them came under attack. ( As he reached them, he faced an attack by 30 to 40 enemy fighters. (

To designate the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in French Camp, California, as the ``Richard A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic''. 3) On July 24, 1966, Sgt. Pittman's unit was moving along a trail near the demilitarized zone in the Republic of Vietnam when the marines ahead of them came under attack. ( As he reached them, he faced an attack by 30 to 40 enemy fighters. ( Pittman was awarded the Medal of Honor by President Lyndon B. Johnson on May 14, 1968. b) References.--Any reference in a law, map, regulation, document, paper, or other record of the United States to the facility referred to in subsection (a) shall be deemed to be a reference to the ``Robert A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic''.

To designate the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in French Camp, California, as the ``Richard A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic''. 3) On July 24, 1966, Sgt. Pittman's unit was moving along a trail near the demilitarized zone in the Republic of Vietnam when the marines ahead of them came under attack. ( As he reached them, he faced an attack by 30 to 40 enemy fighters. (

To designate the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in French Camp, California, as the ``Richard A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic''. 3) On July 24, 1966, Sgt. Pittman's unit was moving along a trail near the demilitarized zone in the Republic of Vietnam when the marines ahead of them came under attack. ( As he reached them, he faced an attack by 30 to 40 enemy fighters. ( Pittman was awarded the Medal of Honor by President Lyndon B. Johnson on May 14, 1968. b) References.--Any reference in a law, map, regulation, document, paper, or other record of the United States to the facility referred to in subsection (a) shall be deemed to be a reference to the ``Robert A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic''.

To designate the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in French Camp, California, as the ``Richard A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic''. 3) On July 24, 1966, Sgt. Pittman's unit was moving along a trail near the demilitarized zone in the Republic of Vietnam when the marines ahead of them came under attack. ( As he reached them, he faced an attack by 30 to 40 enemy fighters. (

To designate the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in French Camp, California, as the ``Richard A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic''. 3) On July 24, 1966, Sgt. Pittman's unit was moving along a trail near the demilitarized zone in the Republic of Vietnam when the marines ahead of them came under attack. ( As he reached them, he faced an attack by 30 to 40 enemy fighters. ( Pittman was awarded the Medal of Honor by President Lyndon B. Johnson on May 14, 1968. b) References.--Any reference in a law, map, regulation, document, paper, or other record of the United States to the facility referred to in subsection (a) shall be deemed to be a reference to the ``Robert A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic''.

To designate the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in French Camp, California, as the ``Richard A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic''. 3) On July 24, 1966, Sgt. Pittman's unit was moving along a trail near the demilitarized zone in the Republic of Vietnam when the marines ahead of them came under attack. ( As he reached them, he faced an attack by 30 to 40 enemy fighters. (

To designate the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in French Camp, California, as the ``Richard A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic''. 3) On July 24, 1966, Sgt. Pittman's unit was moving along a trail near the demilitarized zone in the Republic of Vietnam when the marines ahead of them came under attack. ( As he reached them, he faced an attack by 30 to 40 enemy fighters. ( Pittman was awarded the Medal of Honor by President Lyndon B. Johnson on May 14, 1968. b) References.--Any reference in a law, map, regulation, document, paper, or other record of the United States to the facility referred to in subsection (a) shall be deemed to be a reference to the ``Robert A. Pittman Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinic''.

H.R.8470

Armed Forces and National Security

Investing in American Defense Technologies Act of 2022 This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to implement a five-year pilot program to accelerate the development of advanced technology for national security by creating incentives for trusted private capital to invest in domestic small businesses or nontraditional businesses that are developing technology that DOD considers necessary to support the modernization of DOD and national security priorities. DOD must brief Congress on the implementation and outcomes of the pilot program.

To establish a public-private partnership technology investment pilot 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 ``Investing in American Defense Technologies Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP TECHNOLOGY INVESTMENT PILOT PROGRAM. (a) Establishment.-- (1) In general.--Subject to the availability of appropriations for this purpose, the Secretary of Defense shall carry out a pilot program, for no less than five years, to accelerate the development of advanced technology for national security by creating incentives for trusted private capital to invest in domestic small businesses or nontraditional businesses that are developing technology that the Secretary considers necessary to support the modernization of the Department of Defense and national security priorities. (2) Purposes.--The purposes of the program required by paragraph (1) are as follows: (A) To promote the global superiority of the United States in advanced technologies of importance to national security, which are not adequately supported by private sector investment. (B) To accelerate the transition and deployment of advanced technologies into the Armed Forces. (C) To support Department investment through a loan guarantee to accelerate acquisition, procurement, and the transition of advance technology described in paragraph (1), as appropriate. (b) Public-Private Partnership.-- (1) In general.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Secretary shall enter into a public-private partnership with one or more persons using criteria that the Secretary shall establish for purposes of this subsection. (2) Criteria.--The criteria established under paragraph (1) for entering into a public-private partnership with a person shall include the following: (A) The person shall be independent. (B) The person shall be free from foreign oversight, control, influence, or beneficial ownership. (C) The person shall have commercial private capital fund experience with technology development in the defense and commercial sectors. (D) The person shall be eligible for access to classified information (as defined in the procedures established pursuant to section 801(a) of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3161(a))). (3) Operating agreement.--The Secretary and a person with whom the Secretary enters a partnership under paragraph (1) shall enter into an operating agreement that sets forth the roles, responsibilities, authorities, reporting requirements, and governance framework for the partnership and its operations. (c) Investment and Raising of Capital.-- (1) Investment.-- (A) In general.--Pursuant to a public-private partnership entered into under subsection (b), a person with whom the Secretary has entered the partnership shall invest equity in domestic small businesses or nontraditional businesses consistent with subsection (a). (B) Selection criteria.--Investments under subparagraph (A) shall be selected based on their technical merit, economic considerations, and ability to support modernization goals of the Department. (2) Use of trusted capital sources.--Pursuant to a public- private partnership entered into under subsection (b), a person described in paragraph (1)(A) shall, in order to support investment of equity under paragraph (1), raise private capital only from trusted capital sources. (3) Sole authority.--A person described in paragraph (1)(A) shall have sole authority to raise funds for, operate, manage, and invest capital raised under such subparagraph. (4) Loan guarantee.-- (A) In general.--The Secretary shall provide a loan guarantee for up to 80 percent of the principal capital amount of the funds raised under paragraph (2), pursuant to the public-private partnership entered into under subsection (b), with investment of equity that qualifies under paragraph (1) and consistent with the purposes set forth under subsection (a)(2). (B) Subject to operating agreement.--The loan guarantee under subparagraph (A) shall be subject to the operating agreement entered into under subsection (b)(3). (C) Limits.--Obligations incurred by the Secretary under this paragraph shall be subject to the availability of appropriations. (d) Briefings.-- (1) Implementation.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary shall provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing on the implementation of this section. (2) Assessment of outcomes and feasibility.--Not later than five years after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary shall provide the congressional defense committees a briefing on the outcomes of the pilot program and the feasibility and advisability of making it permanent. (e) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``congressional defense committees'' has the meaning given the term in section 101(a)(16) of title 10, United States Code. (2) The term ``domestic business'' has the meaning given the term ``U.S. business'' in section 800.252 of title 31, Code of Federal Regulations, or successor regulation. (3) The term ``domestic small businesses or nontraditional businesses'' means-- (A) a small businesses that is a domestic business; or (B) a nontraditional business that is a domestic business. (4) The term ``free from foreign oversight, control, influence, or beneficial ownership'', with respect to a person, means a person who has not raised and managed capital from a person or entity that is not trusted and is otherwise free from foreign oversight, control, influence, or beneficial ownership. (5) The term ``independent'', with respect to a person, means a person who lacks a conflict of interest accomplished by not having entity or manager affiliation or ownership with an existing fund. (6) The term ``nontraditional business'' has the meaning given the term ``nontraditional defense contractors'' in section 3014 of title 10, United States Code. (7) The term ``small business'' has the meaning given the term ``small business concern'' in section 3 of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632). <all>

Investing in American Defense Technologies Act of 2022

To establish a public-private partnership technology investment pilot program.

Investing in American Defense Technologies Act of 2022

Rep. Houlahan, Chrissy

D

PA

This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to implement a five-year pilot program to accelerate the development of advanced technology for national security by creating incentives for trusted private capital to invest in domestic small businesses or nontraditional businesses that are developing technology that DOD considers necessary to support the modernization of DOD and national security priorities. DOD must brief Congress on the implementation and outcomes of the pilot 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 ``Investing in American Defense Technologies Act of 2022''. SEC. PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP TECHNOLOGY INVESTMENT PILOT PROGRAM. (2) Purposes.--The purposes of the program required by paragraph (1) are as follows: (A) To promote the global superiority of the United States in advanced technologies of importance to national security, which are not adequately supported by private sector investment. (B) To accelerate the transition and deployment of advanced technologies into the Armed Forces. (2) Criteria.--The criteria established under paragraph (1) for entering into a public-private partnership with a person shall include the following: (A) The person shall be independent. (D) The person shall be eligible for access to classified information (as defined in the procedures established pursuant to section 801(a) of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3161(a))). (3) Operating agreement.--The Secretary and a person with whom the Secretary enters a partnership under paragraph (1) shall enter into an operating agreement that sets forth the roles, responsibilities, authorities, reporting requirements, and governance framework for the partnership and its operations. (B) Selection criteria.--Investments under subparagraph (A) shall be selected based on their technical merit, economic considerations, and ability to support modernization goals of the Department. (3) Sole authority.--A person described in paragraph (1)(A) shall have sole authority to raise funds for, operate, manage, and invest capital raised under such subparagraph. (B) Subject to operating agreement.--The loan guarantee under subparagraph (A) shall be subject to the operating agreement entered into under subsection (b)(3). (C) Limits.--Obligations incurred by the Secretary under this paragraph shall be subject to the availability of appropriations. (d) Briefings.-- (1) Implementation.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary shall provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing on the implementation of this section. (2) Assessment of outcomes and feasibility.--Not later than five years after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary shall provide the congressional defense committees a briefing on the outcomes of the pilot program and the feasibility and advisability of making it permanent. (3) The term ``domestic small businesses or nontraditional businesses'' means-- (A) a small businesses that is a domestic business; or (B) a nontraditional business that is a domestic business. (4) The term ``free from foreign oversight, control, influence, or beneficial ownership'', with respect to a person, means a person who has not raised and managed capital from a person or entity that is not trusted and is otherwise free from foreign oversight, control, influence, or beneficial ownership. (6) The term ``nontraditional business'' has the meaning given the term ``nontraditional defense contractors'' in section 3014 of title 10, United States Code. 632).

SHORT TITLE. SEC. PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP TECHNOLOGY INVESTMENT PILOT PROGRAM. (2) Purposes.--The purposes of the program required by paragraph (1) are as follows: (A) To promote the global superiority of the United States in advanced technologies of importance to national security, which are not adequately supported by private sector investment. (B) To accelerate the transition and deployment of advanced technologies into the Armed Forces. (2) Criteria.--The criteria established under paragraph (1) for entering into a public-private partnership with a person shall include the following: (A) The person shall be independent. (D) The person shall be eligible for access to classified information (as defined in the procedures established pursuant to section 801(a) of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3161(a))). (B) Selection criteria.--Investments under subparagraph (A) shall be selected based on their technical merit, economic considerations, and ability to support modernization goals of the Department. (3) Sole authority.--A person described in paragraph (1)(A) shall have sole authority to raise funds for, operate, manage, and invest capital raised under such subparagraph. (B) Subject to operating agreement.--The loan guarantee under subparagraph (A) shall be subject to the operating agreement entered into under subsection (b)(3). (C) Limits.--Obligations incurred by the Secretary under this paragraph shall be subject to the availability of appropriations. (d) Briefings.-- (1) Implementation.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary shall provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing on the implementation of this section. (3) The term ``domestic small businesses or nontraditional businesses'' means-- (A) a small businesses that is a domestic business; or (B) a nontraditional business that is a domestic business. (4) The term ``free from foreign oversight, control, influence, or beneficial ownership'', with respect to a person, means a person who has not raised and managed capital from a person or entity that is not trusted and is otherwise free from foreign oversight, control, influence, or beneficial ownership. (6) The term ``nontraditional business'' has the meaning given the term ``nontraditional defense contractors'' in section 3014 of title 10, United States Code. 632).

To establish a public-private partnership technology investment pilot 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 ``Investing in American Defense Technologies Act of 2022''. SEC. PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP TECHNOLOGY INVESTMENT PILOT PROGRAM. (2) Purposes.--The purposes of the program required by paragraph (1) are as follows: (A) To promote the global superiority of the United States in advanced technologies of importance to national security, which are not adequately supported by private sector investment. (B) To accelerate the transition and deployment of advanced technologies into the Armed Forces. (C) To support Department investment through a loan guarantee to accelerate acquisition, procurement, and the transition of advance technology described in paragraph (1), as appropriate. (2) Criteria.--The criteria established under paragraph (1) for entering into a public-private partnership with a person shall include the following: (A) The person shall be independent. (C) The person shall have commercial private capital fund experience with technology development in the defense and commercial sectors. (D) The person shall be eligible for access to classified information (as defined in the procedures established pursuant to section 801(a) of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3161(a))). (3) Operating agreement.--The Secretary and a person with whom the Secretary enters a partnership under paragraph (1) shall enter into an operating agreement that sets forth the roles, responsibilities, authorities, reporting requirements, and governance framework for the partnership and its operations. (B) Selection criteria.--Investments under subparagraph (A) shall be selected based on their technical merit, economic considerations, and ability to support modernization goals of the Department. (2) Use of trusted capital sources.--Pursuant to a public- private partnership entered into under subsection (b), a person described in paragraph (1)(A) shall, in order to support investment of equity under paragraph (1), raise private capital only from trusted capital sources. (3) Sole authority.--A person described in paragraph (1)(A) shall have sole authority to raise funds for, operate, manage, and invest capital raised under such subparagraph. (4) Loan guarantee.-- (A) In general.--The Secretary shall provide a loan guarantee for up to 80 percent of the principal capital amount of the funds raised under paragraph (2), pursuant to the public-private partnership entered into under subsection (b), with investment of equity that qualifies under paragraph (1) and consistent with the purposes set forth under subsection (a)(2). (B) Subject to operating agreement.--The loan guarantee under subparagraph (A) shall be subject to the operating agreement entered into under subsection (b)(3). (C) Limits.--Obligations incurred by the Secretary under this paragraph shall be subject to the availability of appropriations. (d) Briefings.-- (1) Implementation.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary shall provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing on the implementation of this section. (2) Assessment of outcomes and feasibility.--Not later than five years after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary shall provide the congressional defense committees a briefing on the outcomes of the pilot program and the feasibility and advisability of making it permanent. (e) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``congressional defense committees'' has the meaning given the term in section 101(a)(16) of title 10, United States Code. (2) The term ``domestic business'' has the meaning given the term ``U.S. business'' in section 800.252 of title 31, Code of Federal Regulations, or successor regulation. (3) The term ``domestic small businesses or nontraditional businesses'' means-- (A) a small businesses that is a domestic business; or (B) a nontraditional business that is a domestic business. (4) The term ``free from foreign oversight, control, influence, or beneficial ownership'', with respect to a person, means a person who has not raised and managed capital from a person or entity that is not trusted and is otherwise free from foreign oversight, control, influence, or beneficial ownership. (5) The term ``independent'', with respect to a person, means a person who lacks a conflict of interest accomplished by not having entity or manager affiliation or ownership with an existing fund. (6) The term ``nontraditional business'' has the meaning given the term ``nontraditional defense contractors'' in section 3014 of title 10, United States Code. 632).

To establish a public-private partnership technology investment pilot 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 ``Investing in American Defense Technologies Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP TECHNOLOGY INVESTMENT PILOT PROGRAM. (a) Establishment.-- (1) In general.--Subject to the availability of appropriations for this purpose, the Secretary of Defense shall carry out a pilot program, for no less than five years, to accelerate the development of advanced technology for national security by creating incentives for trusted private capital to invest in domestic small businesses or nontraditional businesses that are developing technology that the Secretary considers necessary to support the modernization of the Department of Defense and national security priorities. (2) Purposes.--The purposes of the program required by paragraph (1) are as follows: (A) To promote the global superiority of the United States in advanced technologies of importance to national security, which are not adequately supported by private sector investment. (B) To accelerate the transition and deployment of advanced technologies into the Armed Forces. (C) To support Department investment through a loan guarantee to accelerate acquisition, procurement, and the transition of advance technology described in paragraph (1), as appropriate. (b) Public-Private Partnership.-- (1) In general.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Secretary shall enter into a public-private partnership with one or more persons using criteria that the Secretary shall establish for purposes of this subsection. (2) Criteria.--The criteria established under paragraph (1) for entering into a public-private partnership with a person shall include the following: (A) The person shall be independent. (B) The person shall be free from foreign oversight, control, influence, or beneficial ownership. (C) The person shall have commercial private capital fund experience with technology development in the defense and commercial sectors. (D) The person shall be eligible for access to classified information (as defined in the procedures established pursuant to section 801(a) of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3161(a))). (3) Operating agreement.--The Secretary and a person with whom the Secretary enters a partnership under paragraph (1) shall enter into an operating agreement that sets forth the roles, responsibilities, authorities, reporting requirements, and governance framework for the partnership and its operations. (c) Investment and Raising of Capital.-- (1) Investment.-- (A) In general.--Pursuant to a public-private partnership entered into under subsection (b), a person with whom the Secretary has entered the partnership shall invest equity in domestic small businesses or nontraditional businesses consistent with subsection (a). (B) Selection criteria.--Investments under subparagraph (A) shall be selected based on their technical merit, economic considerations, and ability to support modernization goals of the Department. (2) Use of trusted capital sources.--Pursuant to a public- private partnership entered into under subsection (b), a person described in paragraph (1)(A) shall, in order to support investment of equity under paragraph (1), raise private capital only from trusted capital sources. (3) Sole authority.--A person described in paragraph (1)(A) shall have sole authority to raise funds for, operate, manage, and invest capital raised under such subparagraph. (4) Loan guarantee.-- (A) In general.--The Secretary shall provide a loan guarantee for up to 80 percent of the principal capital amount of the funds raised under paragraph (2), pursuant to the public-private partnership entered into under subsection (b), with investment of equity that qualifies under paragraph (1) and consistent with the purposes set forth under subsection (a)(2). (B) Subject to operating agreement.--The loan guarantee under subparagraph (A) shall be subject to the operating agreement entered into under subsection (b)(3). (C) Limits.--Obligations incurred by the Secretary under this paragraph shall be subject to the availability of appropriations. (d) Briefings.-- (1) Implementation.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary shall provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing on the implementation of this section. (2) Assessment of outcomes and feasibility.--Not later than five years after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary shall provide the congressional defense committees a briefing on the outcomes of the pilot program and the feasibility and advisability of making it permanent. (e) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``congressional defense committees'' has the meaning given the term in section 101(a)(16) of title 10, United States Code. (2) The term ``domestic business'' has the meaning given the term ``U.S. business'' in section 800.252 of title 31, Code of Federal Regulations, or successor regulation. (3) The term ``domestic small businesses or nontraditional businesses'' means-- (A) a small businesses that is a domestic business; or (B) a nontraditional business that is a domestic business. (4) The term ``free from foreign oversight, control, influence, or beneficial ownership'', with respect to a person, means a person who has not raised and managed capital from a person or entity that is not trusted and is otherwise free from foreign oversight, control, influence, or beneficial ownership. (5) The term ``independent'', with respect to a person, means a person who lacks a conflict of interest accomplished by not having entity or manager affiliation or ownership with an existing fund. (6) The term ``nontraditional business'' has the meaning given the term ``nontraditional defense contractors'' in section 3014 of title 10, United States Code. (7) The term ``small business'' has the meaning given the term ``small business concern'' in section 3 of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632). <all>

To establish a public-private partnership technology investment pilot program. 2) Purposes.--The purposes of the program required by paragraph (1) are as follows: (A) To promote the global superiority of the United States in advanced technologies of importance to national security, which are not adequately supported by private sector investment. ( (b) Public-Private Partnership.-- (1) In general.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Secretary shall enter into a public-private partnership with one or more persons using criteria that the Secretary shall establish for purposes of this subsection. ( c) Investment and Raising of Capital.-- (1) Investment.-- (A) In general.--Pursuant to a public-private partnership entered into under subsection (b), a person with whom the Secretary has entered the partnership shall invest equity in domestic small businesses or nontraditional businesses consistent with subsection (a). ( (2) Use of trusted capital sources.--Pursuant to a public- private partnership entered into under subsection (b), a person described in paragraph (1)(A) shall, in order to support investment of equity under paragraph (1), raise private capital only from trusted capital sources. ( B) Subject to operating agreement.--The loan guarantee under subparagraph (A) shall be subject to the operating agreement entered into under subsection (b)(3). ( (2) Assessment of outcomes and feasibility.--Not later than five years after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary shall provide the congressional defense committees a briefing on the outcomes of the pilot program and the feasibility and advisability of making it permanent. ( 2) The term ``domestic business'' has the meaning given the term ``U.S. business'' in section 800.252 of title 31, Code of Federal Regulations, or successor regulation. ( (7) The term ``small business'' has the meaning given the term ``small business concern'' in section 3 of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632).

To establish a public-private partnership technology investment pilot program. 2) Purposes.--The purposes of the program required by paragraph (1) are as follows: (A) To promote the global superiority of the United States in advanced technologies of importance to national security, which are not adequately supported by private sector investment. ( C) The person shall have commercial private capital fund experience with technology development in the defense and commercial sectors. ( (3) Operating agreement.--The Secretary and a person with whom the Secretary enters a partnership under paragraph (1) shall enter into an operating agreement that sets forth the roles, responsibilities, authorities, reporting requirements, and governance framework for the partnership and its operations. ( c) Investment and Raising of Capital.-- (1) Investment.-- (A) In general.--Pursuant to a public-private partnership entered into under subsection (b), a person with whom the Secretary has entered the partnership shall invest equity in domestic small businesses or nontraditional businesses consistent with subsection (a). ( (e) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``congressional defense committees'' has the meaning given the term in section 101(a)(16) of title 10, United States Code. ( 2) The term ``domestic business'' has the meaning given the term ``U.S. business'' in section 800.252 of title 31, Code of Federal Regulations, or successor regulation. (

To establish a public-private partnership technology investment pilot program. 2) Purposes.--The purposes of the program required by paragraph (1) are as follows: (A) To promote the global superiority of the United States in advanced technologies of importance to national security, which are not adequately supported by private sector investment. ( C) The person shall have commercial private capital fund experience with technology development in the defense and commercial sectors. ( (3) Operating agreement.--The Secretary and a person with whom the Secretary enters a partnership under paragraph (1) shall enter into an operating agreement that sets forth the roles, responsibilities, authorities, reporting requirements, and governance framework for the partnership and its operations. ( c) Investment and Raising of Capital.-- (1) Investment.-- (A) In general.--Pursuant to a public-private partnership entered into under subsection (b), a person with whom the Secretary has entered the partnership shall invest equity in domestic small businesses or nontraditional businesses consistent with subsection (a). ( (e) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``congressional defense committees'' has the meaning given the term in section 101(a)(16) of title 10, United States Code. ( 2) The term ``domestic business'' has the meaning given the term ``U.S. business'' in section 800.252 of title 31, Code of Federal Regulations, or successor regulation. (

To establish a public-private partnership technology investment pilot program. 2) Purposes.--The purposes of the program required by paragraph (1) are as follows: (A) To promote the global superiority of the United States in advanced technologies of importance to national security, which are not adequately supported by private sector investment. ( (b) Public-Private Partnership.-- (1) In general.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Secretary shall enter into a public-private partnership with one or more persons using criteria that the Secretary shall establish for purposes of this subsection. ( c) Investment and Raising of Capital.-- (1) Investment.-- (A) In general.--Pursuant to a public-private partnership entered into under subsection (b), a person with whom the Secretary has entered the partnership shall invest equity in domestic small businesses or nontraditional businesses consistent with subsection (a). ( (2) Use of trusted capital sources.--Pursuant to a public- private partnership entered into under subsection (b), a person described in paragraph (1)(A) shall, in order to support investment of equity under paragraph (1), raise private capital only from trusted capital sources. ( B) Subject to operating agreement.--The loan guarantee under subparagraph (A) shall be subject to the operating agreement entered into under subsection (b)(3). ( (2) Assessment of outcomes and feasibility.--Not later than five years after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary shall provide the congressional defense committees a briefing on the outcomes of the pilot program and the feasibility and advisability of making it permanent. ( 2) The term ``domestic business'' has the meaning given the term ``U.S. business'' in section 800.252 of title 31, Code of Federal Regulations, or successor regulation. ( (7) The term ``small business'' has the meaning given the term ``small business concern'' in section 3 of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632).

To establish a public-private partnership technology investment pilot program. 2) Purposes.--The purposes of the program required by paragraph (1) are as follows: (A) To promote the global superiority of the United States in advanced technologies of importance to national security, which are not adequately supported by private sector investment. ( C) The person shall have commercial private capital fund experience with technology development in the defense and commercial sectors. ( (3) Operating agreement.--The Secretary and a person with whom the Secretary enters a partnership under paragraph (1) shall enter into an operating agreement that sets forth the roles, responsibilities, authorities, reporting requirements, and governance framework for the partnership and its operations. ( c) Investment and Raising of Capital.-- (1) Investment.-- (A) In general.--Pursuant to a public-private partnership entered into under subsection (b), a person with whom the Secretary has entered the partnership shall invest equity in domestic small businesses or nontraditional businesses consistent with subsection (a). ( (e) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``congressional defense committees'' has the meaning given the term in section 101(a)(16) of title 10, United States Code. ( 2) The term ``domestic business'' has the meaning given the term ``U.S. business'' in section 800.252 of title 31, Code of Federal Regulations, or successor regulation. (

To establish a public-private partnership technology investment pilot program. 2) Purposes.--The purposes of the program required by paragraph (1) are as follows: (A) To promote the global superiority of the United States in advanced technologies of importance to national security, which are not adequately supported by private sector investment. ( (b) Public-Private Partnership.-- (1) In general.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Secretary shall enter into a public-private partnership with one or more persons using criteria that the Secretary shall establish for purposes of this subsection. ( c) Investment and Raising of Capital.-- (1) Investment.-- (A) In general.--Pursuant to a public-private partnership entered into under subsection (b), a person with whom the Secretary has entered the partnership shall invest equity in domestic small businesses or nontraditional businesses consistent with subsection (a). ( (2) Use of trusted capital sources.--Pursuant to a public- private partnership entered into under subsection (b), a person described in paragraph (1)(A) shall, in order to support investment of equity under paragraph (1), raise private capital only from trusted capital sources. ( B) Subject to operating agreement.--The loan guarantee under subparagraph (A) shall be subject to the operating agreement entered into under subsection (b)(3). ( (2) Assessment of outcomes and feasibility.--Not later than five years after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary shall provide the congressional defense committees a briefing on the outcomes of the pilot program and the feasibility and advisability of making it permanent. ( 2) The term ``domestic business'' has the meaning given the term ``U.S. business'' in section 800.252 of title 31, Code of Federal Regulations, or successor regulation. ( (7) The term ``small business'' has the meaning given the term ``small business concern'' in section 3 of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632).

To establish a public-private partnership technology investment pilot program. 2) Purposes.--The purposes of the program required by paragraph (1) are as follows: (A) To promote the global superiority of the United States in advanced technologies of importance to national security, which are not adequately supported by private sector investment. ( C) The person shall have commercial private capital fund experience with technology development in the defense and commercial sectors. ( (3) Operating agreement.--The Secretary and a person with whom the Secretary enters a partnership under paragraph (1) shall enter into an operating agreement that sets forth the roles, responsibilities, authorities, reporting requirements, and governance framework for the partnership and its operations. ( c) Investment and Raising of Capital.-- (1) Investment.-- (A) In general.--Pursuant to a public-private partnership entered into under subsection (b), a person with whom the Secretary has entered the partnership shall invest equity in domestic small businesses or nontraditional businesses consistent with subsection (a). ( (e) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``congressional defense committees'' has the meaning given the term in section 101(a)(16) of title 10, United States Code. ( 2) The term ``domestic business'' has the meaning given the term ``U.S. business'' in section 800.252 of title 31, Code of Federal Regulations, or successor regulation. (

To establish a public-private partnership technology investment pilot program. 2) Purposes.--The purposes of the program required by paragraph (1) are as follows: (A) To promote the global superiority of the United States in advanced technologies of importance to national security, which are not adequately supported by private sector investment. ( (b) Public-Private Partnership.-- (1) In general.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Secretary shall enter into a public-private partnership with one or more persons using criteria that the Secretary shall establish for purposes of this subsection. ( c) Investment and Raising of Capital.-- (1) Investment.-- (A) In general.--Pursuant to a public-private partnership entered into under subsection (b), a person with whom the Secretary has entered the partnership shall invest equity in domestic small businesses or nontraditional businesses consistent with subsection (a). ( (2) Use of trusted capital sources.--Pursuant to a public- private partnership entered into under subsection (b), a person described in paragraph (1)(A) shall, in order to support investment of equity under paragraph (1), raise private capital only from trusted capital sources. ( B) Subject to operating agreement.--The loan guarantee under subparagraph (A) shall be subject to the operating agreement entered into under subsection (b)(3). ( (2) Assessment of outcomes and feasibility.--Not later than five years after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary shall provide the congressional defense committees a briefing on the outcomes of the pilot program and the feasibility and advisability of making it permanent. ( 2) The term ``domestic business'' has the meaning given the term ``U.S. business'' in section 800.252 of title 31, Code of Federal Regulations, or successor regulation. ( (7) The term ``small business'' has the meaning given the term ``small business concern'' in section 3 of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632).

To establish a public-private partnership technology investment pilot program. 2) Purposes.--The purposes of the program required by paragraph (1) are as follows: (A) To promote the global superiority of the United States in advanced technologies of importance to national security, which are not adequately supported by private sector investment. ( C) The person shall have commercial private capital fund experience with technology development in the defense and commercial sectors. ( (3) Operating agreement.--The Secretary and a person with whom the Secretary enters a partnership under paragraph (1) shall enter into an operating agreement that sets forth the roles, responsibilities, authorities, reporting requirements, and governance framework for the partnership and its operations. ( c) Investment and Raising of Capital.-- (1) Investment.-- (A) In general.--Pursuant to a public-private partnership entered into under subsection (b), a person with whom the Secretary has entered the partnership shall invest equity in domestic small businesses or nontraditional businesses consistent with subsection (a). ( (e) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``congressional defense committees'' has the meaning given the term in section 101(a)(16) of title 10, United States Code. ( 2) The term ``domestic business'' has the meaning given the term ``U.S. business'' in section 800.252 of title 31, Code of Federal Regulations, or successor regulation. (

To establish a public-private partnership technology investment pilot program. 2) Purposes.--The purposes of the program required by paragraph (1) are as follows: (A) To promote the global superiority of the United States in advanced technologies of importance to national security, which are not adequately supported by private sector investment. ( (b) Public-Private Partnership.-- (1) In general.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Secretary shall enter into a public-private partnership with one or more persons using criteria that the Secretary shall establish for purposes of this subsection. ( c) Investment and Raising of Capital.-- (1) Investment.-- (A) In general.--Pursuant to a public-private partnership entered into under subsection (b), a person with whom the Secretary has entered the partnership shall invest equity in domestic small businesses or nontraditional businesses consistent with subsection (a). ( (2) Use of trusted capital sources.--Pursuant to a public- private partnership entered into under subsection (b), a person described in paragraph (1)(A) shall, in order to support investment of equity under paragraph (1), raise private capital only from trusted capital sources. ( B) Subject to operating agreement.--The loan guarantee under subparagraph (A) shall be subject to the operating agreement entered into under subsection (b)(3). ( (2) Assessment of outcomes and feasibility.--Not later than five years after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary shall provide the congressional defense committees a briefing on the outcomes of the pilot program and the feasibility and advisability of making it permanent. ( 2) The term ``domestic business'' has the meaning given the term ``U.S. business'' in section 800.252 of title 31, Code of Federal Regulations, or successor regulation. ( (7) The term ``small business'' has the meaning given the term ``small business concern'' in section 3 of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632).

H.R.9398

Immigration

U.S. Customs and Border Protection Behavioral Health Act This bill addresses various issues related to behavioral health care for U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) employees. For example, the bill (1) establishes a behavioral health readiness office within CBP, and (2) requires all CBP initial entry training sites to include basic behavioral health awareness training.

To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to provide for behavioral health of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``U.S. Customs and Border Protection Behavioral Health Act''. SEC. 2. CBP BEHAVIORAL HEALTH. (a) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) should foster a culture of support in the provision of behavioral health care to CBP personnel in order to dispel the stigma of seeking behavioral health care. (b) Behavioral Health.--Section 411 of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 211) is amended-- (1) by redesignating subsections (o) through (r) as subsections (p) through (s), respectively; and (2) by inserting after subsection (n) the following new subsection: ``(o) Behavioral Health.-- ``(1) Establishment of office.--There is established in U.S. Customs and Border Protection a behavioral health readiness office to carry out this subsection. ``(2) Behavioral health training.--All initial entry training sites of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall include basic behavioral health awareness training to enhance awareness and decrease stigma. Such training shall include at a minimum the following: ``(A) Behavioral health's impact on organizations and mission readiness. ``(B) Resources available to U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel regarding behavioral health. ``(C) Information relating to how to recognize common signs of behavioral health stressors in oneself and colleagues. ``(D) Steps to take if such signs are recognized in oneself or colleagues. ``(3) Fitness for duty procedures.-- ``(A) In general.--If a member of U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel is determined by the Commissioner to be permanently unable to fulfill the duties of such a personnel due to behavioral health concerns in accordance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Office of Human Resources Management Standard Operating Procedure, Fitness for Duty Evaluation (dated March 1, 2022), the Commissioner shall make every effort to provide such a member with alternative employment opportunities within U.S. Customs and Border Protection at similar locations and pay ranges. ``(B) Appeals process.--The Commissioner, in consultation with labor organizations (as such term is defined in section 2 of the National Labor Relations Act (29 U.S.C. 152)) representing U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel, shall establish an appeals process for U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel to appeal a determination under this paragraph. ``(4) Behavioral health privacy policy.--A health care provider furnishing behavioral health care to an individual who is a member of U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel may not notify the Commissioner of such member obtaining such behavioral health care, unless such provider assesses-- ``(A) such member poses a serious risk of harm to-- ``(i) self; ``(ii) others; or ``(iii) mission; ``(B) there are acute medical conditions that impair the ability of such member to perform the duties of such a member; or ``(C) there is another special circumstance at issue. Nothing in the previous sentence shall affect the application of any other Federal or State law relating to the privacy or security of information to the extent that such other law is at least as restrictive with respect to the permissible disclosure or use of information described in the previous sentence. ``(5) Reports.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this subsection and biennially thereafter, the Comptroller General of the United States, in consultation with labor organizations (as such term is defined in section 2 of the National Labor Relations Act (29 U.S.C. 152)) representing U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel, shall submit to the Committee on Homeland Security of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate a report on the implementation of this subsection. Each such report shall include recommendations to U.S. Customs and Border Protection regarding agency actions and Congress regarding legislative actions on how to continue to improve behavioral health readiness within U.S. Customs and Border Protection. ``(6) Authorization of appropriations.-- ``(A) In general.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Commissioner $23,100,000 for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2028 to carry out this subsection. Such amounts shall also be used to hire behavioral health providers, who shall be embedded within the operational units of U.S. Customs and Border Protection. ``(B) Incentives.--To provide for the hiring of behavioral health providers pursuant to subparagraph (A), the Commissioner may provide such behavioral health providers with recruiting and retention incentives authorized under subchapter IV of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code.''. <all>

U.S. Customs and Border Protection Behavioral Health Act

To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to provide for behavioral health of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and for other purposes.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection Behavioral Health Act

Rep. Stefanik, Elise M.

R

NY

This bill addresses various issues related to behavioral health care for U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) employees. For example, the bill (1) establishes a behavioral health readiness office within CBP, and (2) requires all CBP initial entry training sites to include basic behavioral health awareness training.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SEC. 2. CBP BEHAVIORAL HEALTH. (b) Behavioral Health.--Section 411 of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 211) is amended-- (1) by redesignating subsections (o) through (r) as subsections (p) through (s), respectively; and (2) by inserting after subsection (n) the following new subsection: ``(o) Behavioral Health.-- ``(1) Establishment of office.--There is established in U.S. Customs and Border Protection a behavioral health readiness office to carry out this subsection. ``(2) Behavioral health training.--All initial entry training sites of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall include basic behavioral health awareness training to enhance awareness and decrease stigma. ``(D) Steps to take if such signs are recognized in oneself or colleagues. 152)) representing U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel, shall establish an appeals process for U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel to appeal a determination under this paragraph. ``(4) Behavioral health privacy policy.--A health care provider furnishing behavioral health care to an individual who is a member of U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel may not notify the Commissioner of such member obtaining such behavioral health care, unless such provider assesses-- ``(A) such member poses a serious risk of harm to-- ``(i) self; ``(ii) others; or ``(iii) mission; ``(B) there are acute medical conditions that impair the ability of such member to perform the duties of such a member; or ``(C) there is another special circumstance at issue. Nothing in the previous sentence shall affect the application of any other Federal or State law relating to the privacy or security of information to the extent that such other law is at least as restrictive with respect to the permissible disclosure or use of information described in the previous sentence. ``(5) Reports.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this subsection and biennially thereafter, the Comptroller General of the United States, in consultation with labor organizations (as such term is defined in section 2 of the National Labor Relations Act (29 U.S.C. Each such report shall include recommendations to U.S. Customs and Border Protection regarding agency actions and Congress regarding legislative actions on how to continue to improve behavioral health readiness within U.S. Customs and Border Protection. ``(B) Incentives.--To provide for the hiring of behavioral health providers pursuant to subparagraph (A), the Commissioner may provide such behavioral health providers with recruiting and retention incentives authorized under subchapter IV of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code.''.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. 2. CBP BEHAVIORAL HEALTH. (b) Behavioral Health.--Section 411 of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 211) is amended-- (1) by redesignating subsections (o) through (r) as subsections (p) through (s), respectively; and (2) by inserting after subsection (n) the following new subsection: ``(o) Behavioral Health.-- ``(1) Establishment of office.--There is established in U.S. Customs and Border Protection a behavioral health readiness office to carry out this subsection. ``(D) Steps to take if such signs are recognized in oneself or colleagues. 152)) representing U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel, shall establish an appeals process for U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel to appeal a determination under this paragraph. ``(4) Behavioral health privacy policy.--A health care provider furnishing behavioral health care to an individual who is a member of U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel may not notify the Commissioner of such member obtaining such behavioral health care, unless such provider assesses-- ``(A) such member poses a serious risk of harm to-- ``(i) self; ``(ii) others; or ``(iii) mission; ``(B) there are acute medical conditions that impair the ability of such member to perform the duties of such a member; or ``(C) there is another special circumstance at issue. Nothing in the previous sentence shall affect the application of any other Federal or State law relating to the privacy or security of information to the extent that such other law is at least as restrictive with respect to the permissible disclosure or use of information described in the previous sentence. ``(5) Reports.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this subsection and biennially thereafter, the Comptroller General of the United States, in consultation with labor organizations (as such term is defined in section 2 of the National Labor Relations Act (29 U.S.C. ``(B) Incentives.--To provide for the hiring of behavioral health providers pursuant to subparagraph (A), the Commissioner may provide such behavioral health providers with recruiting and retention incentives authorized under subchapter IV of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code.''.

To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to provide for behavioral health of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and for other 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. CBP BEHAVIORAL HEALTH. (a) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) should foster a culture of support in the provision of behavioral health care to CBP personnel in order to dispel the stigma of seeking behavioral health care. (b) Behavioral Health.--Section 411 of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 211) is amended-- (1) by redesignating subsections (o) through (r) as subsections (p) through (s), respectively; and (2) by inserting after subsection (n) the following new subsection: ``(o) Behavioral Health.-- ``(1) Establishment of office.--There is established in U.S. Customs and Border Protection a behavioral health readiness office to carry out this subsection. ``(2) Behavioral health training.--All initial entry training sites of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall include basic behavioral health awareness training to enhance awareness and decrease stigma. Such training shall include at a minimum the following: ``(A) Behavioral health's impact on organizations and mission readiness. ``(C) Information relating to how to recognize common signs of behavioral health stressors in oneself and colleagues. ``(D) Steps to take if such signs are recognized in oneself or colleagues. ``(3) Fitness for duty procedures.-- ``(A) In general.--If a member of U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel is determined by the Commissioner to be permanently unable to fulfill the duties of such a personnel due to behavioral health concerns in accordance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Office of Human Resources Management Standard Operating Procedure, Fitness for Duty Evaluation (dated March 1, 2022), the Commissioner shall make every effort to provide such a member with alternative employment opportunities within U.S. Customs and Border Protection at similar locations and pay ranges. 152)) representing U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel, shall establish an appeals process for U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel to appeal a determination under this paragraph. ``(4) Behavioral health privacy policy.--A health care provider furnishing behavioral health care to an individual who is a member of U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel may not notify the Commissioner of such member obtaining such behavioral health care, unless such provider assesses-- ``(A) such member poses a serious risk of harm to-- ``(i) self; ``(ii) others; or ``(iii) mission; ``(B) there are acute medical conditions that impair the ability of such member to perform the duties of such a member; or ``(C) there is another special circumstance at issue. Nothing in the previous sentence shall affect the application of any other Federal or State law relating to the privacy or security of information to the extent that such other law is at least as restrictive with respect to the permissible disclosure or use of information described in the previous sentence. ``(5) Reports.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this subsection and biennially thereafter, the Comptroller General of the United States, in consultation with labor organizations (as such term is defined in section 2 of the National Labor Relations Act (29 U.S.C. 152)) representing U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel, shall submit to the Committee on Homeland Security of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate a report on the implementation of this subsection. Each such report shall include recommendations to U.S. Customs and Border Protection regarding agency actions and Congress regarding legislative actions on how to continue to improve behavioral health readiness within U.S. Customs and Border Protection. ``(6) Authorization of appropriations.-- ``(A) In general.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Commissioner $23,100,000 for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2028 to carry out this subsection. Such amounts shall also be used to hire behavioral health providers, who shall be embedded within the operational units of U.S. Customs and Border Protection. ``(B) Incentives.--To provide for the hiring of behavioral health providers pursuant to subparagraph (A), the Commissioner may provide such behavioral health providers with recruiting and retention incentives authorized under subchapter IV of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code.''.

To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to provide for behavioral health of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``U.S. Customs and Border Protection Behavioral Health Act''. SEC. 2. CBP BEHAVIORAL HEALTH. (a) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) should foster a culture of support in the provision of behavioral health care to CBP personnel in order to dispel the stigma of seeking behavioral health care. (b) Behavioral Health.--Section 411 of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 211) is amended-- (1) by redesignating subsections (o) through (r) as subsections (p) through (s), respectively; and (2) by inserting after subsection (n) the following new subsection: ``(o) Behavioral Health.-- ``(1) Establishment of office.--There is established in U.S. Customs and Border Protection a behavioral health readiness office to carry out this subsection. ``(2) Behavioral health training.--All initial entry training sites of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall include basic behavioral health awareness training to enhance awareness and decrease stigma. Such training shall include at a minimum the following: ``(A) Behavioral health's impact on organizations and mission readiness. ``(B) Resources available to U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel regarding behavioral health. ``(C) Information relating to how to recognize common signs of behavioral health stressors in oneself and colleagues. ``(D) Steps to take if such signs are recognized in oneself or colleagues. ``(3) Fitness for duty procedures.-- ``(A) In general.--If a member of U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel is determined by the Commissioner to be permanently unable to fulfill the duties of such a personnel due to behavioral health concerns in accordance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Office of Human Resources Management Standard Operating Procedure, Fitness for Duty Evaluation (dated March 1, 2022), the Commissioner shall make every effort to provide such a member with alternative employment opportunities within U.S. Customs and Border Protection at similar locations and pay ranges. ``(B) Appeals process.--The Commissioner, in consultation with labor organizations (as such term is defined in section 2 of the National Labor Relations Act (29 U.S.C. 152)) representing U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel, shall establish an appeals process for U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel to appeal a determination under this paragraph. ``(4) Behavioral health privacy policy.--A health care provider furnishing behavioral health care to an individual who is a member of U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel may not notify the Commissioner of such member obtaining such behavioral health care, unless such provider assesses-- ``(A) such member poses a serious risk of harm to-- ``(i) self; ``(ii) others; or ``(iii) mission; ``(B) there are acute medical conditions that impair the ability of such member to perform the duties of such a member; or ``(C) there is another special circumstance at issue. Nothing in the previous sentence shall affect the application of any other Federal or State law relating to the privacy or security of information to the extent that such other law is at least as restrictive with respect to the permissible disclosure or use of information described in the previous sentence. ``(5) Reports.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this subsection and biennially thereafter, the Comptroller General of the United States, in consultation with labor organizations (as such term is defined in section 2 of the National Labor Relations Act (29 U.S.C. 152)) representing U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel, shall submit to the Committee on Homeland Security of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate a report on the implementation of this subsection. Each such report shall include recommendations to U.S. Customs and Border Protection regarding agency actions and Congress regarding legislative actions on how to continue to improve behavioral health readiness within U.S. Customs and Border Protection. ``(6) Authorization of appropriations.-- ``(A) In general.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Commissioner $23,100,000 for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2028 to carry out this subsection. Such amounts shall also be used to hire behavioral health providers, who shall be embedded within the operational units of U.S. Customs and Border Protection. ``(B) Incentives.--To provide for the hiring of behavioral health providers pursuant to subparagraph (A), the Commissioner may provide such behavioral health providers with recruiting and retention incentives authorized under subchapter IV of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code.''. <all>

To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to provide for behavioral health of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and for other purposes. a) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) should foster a culture of support in the provision of behavioral health care to CBP personnel in order to dispel the stigma of seeking behavioral health care. ( ``(C) Information relating to how to recognize common signs of behavioral health stressors in oneself and colleagues. ``(D) Steps to take if such signs are recognized in oneself or colleagues. ``(4) Behavioral health privacy policy.--A health care provider furnishing behavioral health care to an individual who is a member of U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel may not notify the Commissioner of such member obtaining such behavioral health care, unless such provider assesses-- ``(A) such member poses a serious risk of harm to-- ``(i) self; ``(ii) others; or ``(iii) mission; ``(B) there are acute medical conditions that impair the ability of such member to perform the duties of such a member; or ``(C) there is another special circumstance at issue. Nothing in the previous sentence shall affect the application of any other Federal or State law relating to the privacy or security of information to the extent that such other law is at least as restrictive with respect to the permissible disclosure or use of information described in the previous sentence. Each such report shall include recommendations to U.S. Customs and Border Protection regarding agency actions and Congress regarding legislative actions on how to continue to improve behavioral health readiness within U.S. Customs and Border Protection. ``(B) Incentives.--To provide for the hiring of behavioral health providers pursuant to subparagraph (A), the Commissioner may provide such behavioral health providers with recruiting and retention incentives authorized under subchapter IV of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code.''.

To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to provide for behavioral health of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and for other purposes. a) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) should foster a culture of support in the provision of behavioral health care to CBP personnel in order to dispel the stigma of seeking behavioral health care. ( Such training shall include at a minimum the following: ``(A) Behavioral health's impact on organizations and mission readiness. ``(B) Appeals process.--The Commissioner, in consultation with labor organizations (as such term is defined in section 2 of the National Labor Relations Act (29 U.S.C. 152)) representing U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel, shall establish an appeals process for U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel to appeal a determination under this paragraph. ``(4) Behavioral health privacy policy.--A health care provider furnishing behavioral health care to an individual who is a member of U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel may not notify the Commissioner of such member obtaining such behavioral health care, unless such provider assesses-- ``(A) such member poses a serious risk of harm to-- ``(i) self; ``(ii) others; or ``(iii) mission; ``(B) there are acute medical conditions that impair the ability of such member to perform the duties of such a member; or ``(C) there is another special circumstance at issue. Such amounts shall also be used to hire behavioral health providers, who shall be embedded within the operational units of U.S. Customs and Border Protection. ``(B) Incentives.--To provide for the hiring of behavioral health providers pursuant to subparagraph (A), the Commissioner may provide such behavioral health providers with recruiting and retention incentives authorized under subchapter IV of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code.''.

To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to provide for behavioral health of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and for other purposes. a) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) should foster a culture of support in the provision of behavioral health care to CBP personnel in order to dispel the stigma of seeking behavioral health care. ( Such training shall include at a minimum the following: ``(A) Behavioral health's impact on organizations and mission readiness. ``(B) Appeals process.--The Commissioner, in consultation with labor organizations (as such term is defined in section 2 of the National Labor Relations Act (29 U.S.C. 152)) representing U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel, shall establish an appeals process for U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel to appeal a determination under this paragraph. ``(4) Behavioral health privacy policy.--A health care provider furnishing behavioral health care to an individual who is a member of U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel may not notify the Commissioner of such member obtaining such behavioral health care, unless such provider assesses-- ``(A) such member poses a serious risk of harm to-- ``(i) self; ``(ii) others; or ``(iii) mission; ``(B) there are acute medical conditions that impair the ability of such member to perform the duties of such a member; or ``(C) there is another special circumstance at issue. Such amounts shall also be used to hire behavioral health providers, who shall be embedded within the operational units of U.S. Customs and Border Protection. ``(B) Incentives.--To provide for the hiring of behavioral health providers pursuant to subparagraph (A), the Commissioner may provide such behavioral health providers with recruiting and retention incentives authorized under subchapter IV of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code.''.

To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to provide for behavioral health of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and for other purposes. a) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) should foster a culture of support in the provision of behavioral health care to CBP personnel in order to dispel the stigma of seeking behavioral health care. ( ``(C) Information relating to how to recognize common signs of behavioral health stressors in oneself and colleagues. ``(D) Steps to take if such signs are recognized in oneself or colleagues. ``(4) Behavioral health privacy policy.--A health care provider furnishing behavioral health care to an individual who is a member of U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel may not notify the Commissioner of such member obtaining such behavioral health care, unless such provider assesses-- ``(A) such member poses a serious risk of harm to-- ``(i) self; ``(ii) others; or ``(iii) mission; ``(B) there are acute medical conditions that impair the ability of such member to perform the duties of such a member; or ``(C) there is another special circumstance at issue. Nothing in the previous sentence shall affect the application of any other Federal or State law relating to the privacy or security of information to the extent that such other law is at least as restrictive with respect to the permissible disclosure or use of information described in the previous sentence. Each such report shall include recommendations to U.S. Customs and Border Protection regarding agency actions and Congress regarding legislative actions on how to continue to improve behavioral health readiness within U.S. Customs and Border Protection. ``(B) Incentives.--To provide for the hiring of behavioral health providers pursuant to subparagraph (A), the Commissioner may provide such behavioral health providers with recruiting and retention incentives authorized under subchapter IV of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code.''.

To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to provide for behavioral health of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and for other purposes. a) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) should foster a culture of support in the provision of behavioral health care to CBP personnel in order to dispel the stigma of seeking behavioral health care. ( Such training shall include at a minimum the following: ``(A) Behavioral health's impact on organizations and mission readiness. ``(B) Appeals process.--The Commissioner, in consultation with labor organizations (as such term is defined in section 2 of the National Labor Relations Act (29 U.S.C. 152)) representing U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel, shall establish an appeals process for U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel to appeal a determination under this paragraph. ``(4) Behavioral health privacy policy.--A health care provider furnishing behavioral health care to an individual who is a member of U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel may not notify the Commissioner of such member obtaining such behavioral health care, unless such provider assesses-- ``(A) such member poses a serious risk of harm to-- ``(i) self; ``(ii) others; or ``(iii) mission; ``(B) there are acute medical conditions that impair the ability of such member to perform the duties of such a member; or ``(C) there is another special circumstance at issue. Such amounts shall also be used to hire behavioral health providers, who shall be embedded within the operational units of U.S. Customs and Border Protection. ``(B) Incentives.--To provide for the hiring of behavioral health providers pursuant to subparagraph (A), the Commissioner may provide such behavioral health providers with recruiting and retention incentives authorized under subchapter IV of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code.''.

To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to provide for behavioral health of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and for other purposes. a) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) should foster a culture of support in the provision of behavioral health care to CBP personnel in order to dispel the stigma of seeking behavioral health care. ( ``(C) Information relating to how to recognize common signs of behavioral health stressors in oneself and colleagues. ``(D) Steps to take if such signs are recognized in oneself or colleagues. ``(4) Behavioral health privacy policy.--A health care provider furnishing behavioral health care to an individual who is a member of U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel may not notify the Commissioner of such member obtaining such behavioral health care, unless such provider assesses-- ``(A) such member poses a serious risk of harm to-- ``(i) self; ``(ii) others; or ``(iii) mission; ``(B) there are acute medical conditions that impair the ability of such member to perform the duties of such a member; or ``(C) there is another special circumstance at issue. Nothing in the previous sentence shall affect the application of any other Federal or State law relating to the privacy or security of information to the extent that such other law is at least as restrictive with respect to the permissible disclosure or use of information described in the previous sentence. Each such report shall include recommendations to U.S. Customs and Border Protection regarding agency actions and Congress regarding legislative actions on how to continue to improve behavioral health readiness within U.S. Customs and Border Protection. ``(B) Incentives.--To provide for the hiring of behavioral health providers pursuant to subparagraph (A), the Commissioner may provide such behavioral health providers with recruiting and retention incentives authorized under subchapter IV of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code.''.

To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to provide for behavioral health of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and for other purposes. a) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) should foster a culture of support in the provision of behavioral health care to CBP personnel in order to dispel the stigma of seeking behavioral health care. ( Such training shall include at a minimum the following: ``(A) Behavioral health's impact on organizations and mission readiness. ``(B) Appeals process.--The Commissioner, in consultation with labor organizations (as such term is defined in section 2 of the National Labor Relations Act (29 U.S.C. 152)) representing U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel, shall establish an appeals process for U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel to appeal a determination under this paragraph. ``(4) Behavioral health privacy policy.--A health care provider furnishing behavioral health care to an individual who is a member of U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel may not notify the Commissioner of such member obtaining such behavioral health care, unless such provider assesses-- ``(A) such member poses a serious risk of harm to-- ``(i) self; ``(ii) others; or ``(iii) mission; ``(B) there are acute medical conditions that impair the ability of such member to perform the duties of such a member; or ``(C) there is another special circumstance at issue. Such amounts shall also be used to hire behavioral health providers, who shall be embedded within the operational units of U.S. Customs and Border Protection. ``(B) Incentives.--To provide for the hiring of behavioral health providers pursuant to subparagraph (A), the Commissioner may provide such behavioral health providers with recruiting and retention incentives authorized under subchapter IV of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code.''.

To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to provide for behavioral health of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and for other purposes. a) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) should foster a culture of support in the provision of behavioral health care to CBP personnel in order to dispel the stigma of seeking behavioral health care. ( ``(C) Information relating to how to recognize common signs of behavioral health stressors in oneself and colleagues. ``(D) Steps to take if such signs are recognized in oneself or colleagues. ``(4) Behavioral health privacy policy.--A health care provider furnishing behavioral health care to an individual who is a member of U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel may not notify the Commissioner of such member obtaining such behavioral health care, unless such provider assesses-- ``(A) such member poses a serious risk of harm to-- ``(i) self; ``(ii) others; or ``(iii) mission; ``(B) there are acute medical conditions that impair the ability of such member to perform the duties of such a member; or ``(C) there is another special circumstance at issue. Nothing in the previous sentence shall affect the application of any other Federal or State law relating to the privacy or security of information to the extent that such other law is at least as restrictive with respect to the permissible disclosure or use of information described in the previous sentence. Each such report shall include recommendations to U.S. Customs and Border Protection regarding agency actions and Congress regarding legislative actions on how to continue to improve behavioral health readiness within U.S. Customs and Border Protection. ``(B) Incentives.--To provide for the hiring of behavioral health providers pursuant to subparagraph (A), the Commissioner may provide such behavioral health providers with recruiting and retention incentives authorized under subchapter IV of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code.''.

To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to provide for behavioral health of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and for other purposes. a) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) should foster a culture of support in the provision of behavioral health care to CBP personnel in order to dispel the stigma of seeking behavioral health care. ( Such training shall include at a minimum the following: ``(A) Behavioral health's impact on organizations and mission readiness. ``(B) Appeals process.--The Commissioner, in consultation with labor organizations (as such term is defined in section 2 of the National Labor Relations Act (29 U.S.C. 152)) representing U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel, shall establish an appeals process for U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel to appeal a determination under this paragraph. ``(4) Behavioral health privacy policy.--A health care provider furnishing behavioral health care to an individual who is a member of U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel may not notify the Commissioner of such member obtaining such behavioral health care, unless such provider assesses-- ``(A) such member poses a serious risk of harm to-- ``(i) self; ``(ii) others; or ``(iii) mission; ``(B) there are acute medical conditions that impair the ability of such member to perform the duties of such a member; or ``(C) there is another special circumstance at issue. Such amounts shall also be used to hire behavioral health providers, who shall be embedded within the operational units of U.S. Customs and Border Protection. ``(B) Incentives.--To provide for the hiring of behavioral health providers pursuant to subparagraph (A), the Commissioner may provide such behavioral health providers with recruiting and retention incentives authorized under subchapter IV of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code.''.

To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to provide for behavioral health of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and for other purposes. a) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) should foster a culture of support in the provision of behavioral health care to CBP personnel in order to dispel the stigma of seeking behavioral health care. ( ``(C) Information relating to how to recognize common signs of behavioral health stressors in oneself and colleagues. ``(D) Steps to take if such signs are recognized in oneself or colleagues. ``(4) Behavioral health privacy policy.--A health care provider furnishing behavioral health care to an individual who is a member of U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel may not notify the Commissioner of such member obtaining such behavioral health care, unless such provider assesses-- ``(A) such member poses a serious risk of harm to-- ``(i) self; ``(ii) others; or ``(iii) mission; ``(B) there are acute medical conditions that impair the ability of such member to perform the duties of such a member; or ``(C) there is another special circumstance at issue. Nothing in the previous sentence shall affect the application of any other Federal or State law relating to the privacy or security of information to the extent that such other law is at least as restrictive with respect to the permissible disclosure or use of information described in the previous sentence. Each such report shall include recommendations to U.S. Customs and Border Protection regarding agency actions and Congress regarding legislative actions on how to continue to improve behavioral health readiness within U.S. Customs and Border Protection. ``(B) Incentives.--To provide for the hiring of behavioral health providers pursuant to subparagraph (A), the Commissioner may provide such behavioral health providers with recruiting and retention incentives authorized under subchapter IV of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code.''.

S.59

Immigration

Justice for Victims of Sanctuary Cities Act of 2021 This bill provides a private right of action against state and local jurisdictions with certain policies that limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement efforts, and contains additional provisions related to such jurisdictions. Currently, such cooperation is generally not required. An individual (or certain relatives of such an individual) who is the victim of any felony for which an alien has been arrested, convicted, or sentenced to a prison term of at least one year may sue a state or local jurisdiction if the jurisdiction failed to comply with (1) certain Department of Homeland Security (DHS) requests related to arresting and detaining aliens, and (2) a DHS request to detain the alien in question or provide a notification about the release of the alien. A jurisdiction that accepts certain federal grants may not assert immunity in such a civil action. A jurisdiction (or employee of a jurisdiction) that complies with certain DHS detainer requests shall be deemed to be acting as an agent of DHS. A complying jurisdiction or employee of the jurisdiction shall not be liable in any lawsuit relating to compliance with such requests. In a lawsuit against an employee of the jurisdiction, the United States shall be substituted in as the defendant, and remedies shall be limited to provisions for bringing tort claims against the federal government.

To provide a civil remedy for individuals harmed by sanctuary jurisdiction policies, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Justice for Victims of Sanctuary Cities Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Sanctuary jurisdiction.-- (A) In general.--Except as provided in subparagraph (B), the term ``sanctuary jurisdiction'' means any State or political subdivision of a State that has in effect a statute, ordinance, policy, or practice that prohibits or restricts any government entity or official from-- (i) sending, receiving, maintaining, or exchanging with any Federal, State, or local government entity information regarding the citizenship or immigration status of any alien; or (ii) complying with a request lawfully made by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1226 and 1357) to comply with a detainer for, or notify about the release of, an alien. (B) Exception.--A State or political subdivision of a State shall not be deemed a sanctuary jurisdiction based solely on having a policy whereby its officials will not share information regarding, or comply with a request made by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1226 and 1357) to comply with a detainer regarding, an alien who comes forward as a victim or a witness to a criminal offense. (2) Sanctuary policy.--The term ``sanctuary policy'' means a statute, ordinance, policy, or practice referred to in paragraph (1)(A). (3) Sanctuary-related civil action.--The term ``sanctuary- related civil action'' means a civil action brought against a sanctuary jurisdiction by an individual (or the estate, survivors, or heirs of an individual) who-- (A) is injured or harmed by an alien who benefitted from a sanctuary policy of the sanctuary jurisdiction; and (B) would not have been so injured or harmed but for the alien receiving the benefit of such sanctuary policy. SEC. 3. CIVIL ACTION FOR HARM BY AN ALIEN THAT BENEFITTED FROM A SANCTUARY POLICY. (a) Private Right of Action.-- (1) Cause of action.--Any individual, or a spouse, parent, or child of such individual (if the individual is deceased or permanently incapacitated), who is the victim of a murder, rape, or any felony (as defined by the State) for which an alien (as defined in section 101(a)(3) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(3))) has been arrested, convicted, or sentenced to a term of imprisonment of at least 1 year, may bring an action for compensatory damages against a State or a political subdivision of a State in the appropriate Federal or State court if the State or political subdivision failed to comply with-- (A) a request with respect to an alien that was lawfully made by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1226 and 1357); and (B) a detainer for, or notify about the release of, the alien. (2) Statute of limitations.--An action brought under this subsection may not be brought later than 10 years after the occurrence of the crime, or death of a person as a result of such crime, whichever occurs later. (3) Attorney's fee and other costs.--In any action or proceeding under this subsection the court shall allow a prevailing plaintiff a reasonable attorney's fee as part of the costs, and include expert fees as part of the attorney's fee. (b) Waiver of Immunity.-- (1) In general.--Any State or political subdivision of a State that accepts a grant described in paragraph (2) from the Federal Government shall agree, as a condition of receiving such grant, to waive any immunity of such State or political subdivision relating to a sanctuary-related civil action. (2) Grants described.--The grants described in this paragraph are-- (A) a grant for public works and economic development under section 201(a) of the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 (42 U.S.C. 3141(a)); (B) a grant for planning and administrative expenses under section 203(a) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 3143(a)); (C) a supplemental grant under section 205(b) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 3145(b)); (D) a grant for training, research, and technical assistance under section 207(a) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 3147(a)); and (E) except as provided in paragraph (3), a community development block grant made pursuant to title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (42 U.S.C. 5301 et seq.). (3) Exception.--Grants described in paragraph (2)(E) shall not include any disaster relief grants to address the damage in an area for which the President has declared a disaster under title IV of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170 et seq.). SEC. 4. ENSURING COOPERATION BETWEEN FEDERAL AND LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS TO SAFEGUARD OUR COMMUNITIES. (a) Authority To Cooperate With Federal Officials.--A State, a political subdivision of a State, or an officer, employee, or agent of such State or political subdivision that complies with a detainer issued by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1226 and 1357)-- (1) shall be deemed to be acting as an agent of the Department of Homeland Security; and (2) shall comply with section 287(d) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1357(d)) and section 287.5(d) of title 8, Code of Federal Regulations. (b) Legal Proceedings.--In any legal proceeding brought against a State, a political subdivision of State, or an officer, employee, or agent of such State or political subdivision challenging the legality of the seizure or detention of an individual pursuant to a detainer issued by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1226 and 1357)-- (1) the State or political subdivision of a State shall not be liable for any action taken in accordance with the detainer; and (2) if the actions of the officer, employee, or agent of the State or political subdivision were taken in accordance with the detainer-- (A) the officer, employee, or agent shall be deemed-- (i) to be an employee of the Federal Government and an investigative or law enforcement officer; and (ii) to have been acting within the scope of his or her employment under section 1346(b) of title 28, United States Code, and chapter 171 of such title; (B) section 1346(b) of title 28, United States Code, shall provide the exclusive remedy for the plaintiff; and (C) the United States shall be substituted as defendant in the proceeding. (c) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section may be construed to provide immunity to any person who knowingly violates the civil or constitutional rights of an individual. <all>

Justice for Victims of Sanctuary Cities Act of 2021

A bill to provide a civil remedy for individuals harmed by sanctuary jurisdiction policies, and for other purposes.

Justice for Victims of Sanctuary Cities Act of 2021

Sen. Tillis, Thomas

R

NC

This bill provides a private right of action against state and local jurisdictions with certain policies that limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement efforts, and contains additional provisions related to such jurisdictions. Currently, such cooperation is generally not required. An individual (or certain relatives of such an individual) who is the victim of any felony for which an alien has been arrested, convicted, or sentenced to a prison term of at least one year may sue a state or local jurisdiction if the jurisdiction failed to comply with (1) certain Department of Homeland Security (DHS) requests related to arresting and detaining aliens, and (2) a DHS request to detain the alien in question or provide a notification about the release of the alien. A jurisdiction that accepts certain federal grants may not assert immunity in such a civil action. A jurisdiction (or employee of a jurisdiction) that complies with certain DHS detainer requests shall be deemed to be acting as an agent of DHS. A complying jurisdiction or employee of the jurisdiction shall not be liable in any lawsuit relating to compliance with such requests. In a lawsuit against an employee of the jurisdiction, the United States shall be substituted in as the defendant, and remedies shall be limited to provisions for bringing tort claims against the federal government.

To provide a civil remedy for individuals harmed by sanctuary jurisdiction policies, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. 2. DEFINITIONS. 1226 and 1357) to comply with a detainer for, or notify about the release of, an alien. 1226 and 1357) to comply with a detainer regarding, an alien who comes forward as a victim or a witness to a criminal offense. (2) Sanctuary policy.--The term ``sanctuary policy'' means a statute, ordinance, policy, or practice referred to in paragraph (1)(A). 3. CIVIL ACTION FOR HARM BY AN ALIEN THAT BENEFITTED FROM A SANCTUARY POLICY. (2) Statute of limitations.--An action brought under this subsection may not be brought later than 10 years after the occurrence of the crime, or death of a person as a result of such crime, whichever occurs later. (3) Attorney's fee and other costs.--In any action or proceeding under this subsection the court shall allow a prevailing plaintiff a reasonable attorney's fee as part of the costs, and include expert fees as part of the attorney's fee. (b) Waiver of Immunity.-- (1) In general.--Any State or political subdivision of a State that accepts a grant described in paragraph (2) from the Federal Government shall agree, as a condition of receiving such grant, to waive any immunity of such State or political subdivision relating to a sanctuary-related civil action. (2) Grants described.--The grants described in this paragraph are-- (A) a grant for public works and economic development under section 201(a) of the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 (42 U.S.C. 3143(a)); (C) a supplemental grant under section 205(b) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 3147(a)); and (E) except as provided in paragraph (3), a community development block grant made pursuant to title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (42 U.S.C. 5301 et seq.). (3) Exception.--Grants described in paragraph (2)(E) shall not include any disaster relief grants to address the damage in an area for which the President has declared a disaster under title IV of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. SEC. 4. ENSURING COOPERATION BETWEEN FEDERAL AND LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS TO SAFEGUARD OUR COMMUNITIES. (a) Authority To Cooperate With Federal Officials.--A State, a political subdivision of a State, or an officer, employee, or agent of such State or political subdivision that complies with a detainer issued by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C.

To provide a civil remedy for individuals harmed by sanctuary jurisdiction policies, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. 2. DEFINITIONS. 1226 and 1357) to comply with a detainer for, or notify about the release of, an alien. 1226 and 1357) to comply with a detainer regarding, an alien who comes forward as a victim or a witness to a criminal offense. (2) Sanctuary policy.--The term ``sanctuary policy'' means a statute, ordinance, policy, or practice referred to in paragraph (1)(A). 3. CIVIL ACTION FOR HARM BY AN ALIEN THAT BENEFITTED FROM A SANCTUARY POLICY. (2) Statute of limitations.--An action brought under this subsection may not be brought later than 10 years after the occurrence of the crime, or death of a person as a result of such crime, whichever occurs later. (3) Attorney's fee and other costs.--In any action or proceeding under this subsection the court shall allow a prevailing plaintiff a reasonable attorney's fee as part of the costs, and include expert fees as part of the attorney's fee. 3143(a)); (C) a supplemental grant under section 205(b) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 3147(a)); and (E) except as provided in paragraph (3), a community development block grant made pursuant to title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (42 U.S.C. 5301 et seq.). (3) Exception.--Grants described in paragraph (2)(E) shall not include any disaster relief grants to address the damage in an area for which the President has declared a disaster under title IV of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. SEC. 4. ENSURING COOPERATION BETWEEN FEDERAL AND LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS TO SAFEGUARD OUR COMMUNITIES. (a) Authority To Cooperate With Federal Officials.--A State, a political subdivision of a State, or an officer, employee, or agent of such State or political subdivision that complies with a detainer issued by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C.

To provide a civil remedy for individuals harmed by sanctuary jurisdiction policies, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Justice for Victims of Sanctuary Cities Act of 2021''. 2. DEFINITIONS. 1226 and 1357) to comply with a detainer for, or notify about the release of, an alien. 1226 and 1357) to comply with a detainer regarding, an alien who comes forward as a victim or a witness to a criminal offense. (2) Sanctuary policy.--The term ``sanctuary policy'' means a statute, ordinance, policy, or practice referred to in paragraph (1)(A). 3. CIVIL ACTION FOR HARM BY AN ALIEN THAT BENEFITTED FROM A SANCTUARY POLICY. (a) Private Right of Action.-- (1) Cause of action.--Any individual, or a spouse, parent, or child of such individual (if the individual is deceased or permanently incapacitated), who is the victim of a murder, rape, or any felony (as defined by the State) for which an alien (as defined in section 101(a)(3) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. (2) Statute of limitations.--An action brought under this subsection may not be brought later than 10 years after the occurrence of the crime, or death of a person as a result of such crime, whichever occurs later. (3) Attorney's fee and other costs.--In any action or proceeding under this subsection the court shall allow a prevailing plaintiff a reasonable attorney's fee as part of the costs, and include expert fees as part of the attorney's fee. (b) Waiver of Immunity.-- (1) In general.--Any State or political subdivision of a State that accepts a grant described in paragraph (2) from the Federal Government shall agree, as a condition of receiving such grant, to waive any immunity of such State or political subdivision relating to a sanctuary-related civil action. (2) Grants described.--The grants described in this paragraph are-- (A) a grant for public works and economic development under section 201(a) of the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 (42 U.S.C. 3141(a)); (B) a grant for planning and administrative expenses under section 203(a) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 3143(a)); (C) a supplemental grant under section 205(b) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 3147(a)); and (E) except as provided in paragraph (3), a community development block grant made pursuant to title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (42 U.S.C. 5301 et seq.). (3) Exception.--Grants described in paragraph (2)(E) shall not include any disaster relief grants to address the damage in an area for which the President has declared a disaster under title IV of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. SEC. 4. ENSURING COOPERATION BETWEEN FEDERAL AND LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS TO SAFEGUARD OUR COMMUNITIES. (a) Authority To Cooperate With Federal Officials.--A State, a political subdivision of a State, or an officer, employee, or agent of such State or political subdivision that complies with a detainer issued by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1357(d)) and section 287.5(d) of title 8, Code of Federal Regulations. 1226 and 1357)-- (1) the State or political subdivision of a State shall not be liable for any action taken in accordance with the detainer; and (2) if the actions of the officer, employee, or agent of the State or political subdivision were taken in accordance with the detainer-- (A) the officer, employee, or agent shall be deemed-- (i) to be an employee of the Federal Government and an investigative or law enforcement officer; and (ii) to have been acting within the scope of his or her employment under section 1346(b) of title 28, United States Code, and chapter 171 of such title; (B) section 1346(b) of title 28, United States Code, shall provide the exclusive remedy for the plaintiff; and (C) the United States shall be substituted as defendant in the proceeding. (c) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section may be construed to provide immunity to any person who knowingly violates the civil or constitutional rights of an individual.

To provide a civil remedy for individuals harmed by sanctuary jurisdiction policies, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Justice for Victims of Sanctuary Cities Act of 2021''. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Sanctuary jurisdiction.-- (A) In general.--Except as provided in subparagraph (B), the term ``sanctuary jurisdiction'' means any State or political subdivision of a State that has in effect a statute, ordinance, policy, or practice that prohibits or restricts any government entity or official from-- (i) sending, receiving, maintaining, or exchanging with any Federal, State, or local government entity information regarding the citizenship or immigration status of any alien; or (ii) complying with a request lawfully made by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1226 and 1357) to comply with a detainer for, or notify about the release of, an alien. 1226 and 1357) to comply with a detainer regarding, an alien who comes forward as a victim or a witness to a criminal offense. (2) Sanctuary policy.--The term ``sanctuary policy'' means a statute, ordinance, policy, or practice referred to in paragraph (1)(A). 3. CIVIL ACTION FOR HARM BY AN ALIEN THAT BENEFITTED FROM A SANCTUARY POLICY. (a) Private Right of Action.-- (1) Cause of action.--Any individual, or a spouse, parent, or child of such individual (if the individual is deceased or permanently incapacitated), who is the victim of a murder, rape, or any felony (as defined by the State) for which an alien (as defined in section 101(a)(3) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(3))) has been arrested, convicted, or sentenced to a term of imprisonment of at least 1 year, may bring an action for compensatory damages against a State or a political subdivision of a State in the appropriate Federal or State court if the State or political subdivision failed to comply with-- (A) a request with respect to an alien that was lawfully made by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. (2) Statute of limitations.--An action brought under this subsection may not be brought later than 10 years after the occurrence of the crime, or death of a person as a result of such crime, whichever occurs later. (3) Attorney's fee and other costs.--In any action or proceeding under this subsection the court shall allow a prevailing plaintiff a reasonable attorney's fee as part of the costs, and include expert fees as part of the attorney's fee. (b) Waiver of Immunity.-- (1) In general.--Any State or political subdivision of a State that accepts a grant described in paragraph (2) from the Federal Government shall agree, as a condition of receiving such grant, to waive any immunity of such State or political subdivision relating to a sanctuary-related civil action. (2) Grants described.--The grants described in this paragraph are-- (A) a grant for public works and economic development under section 201(a) of the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 (42 U.S.C. 3141(a)); (B) a grant for planning and administrative expenses under section 203(a) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 3143(a)); (C) a supplemental grant under section 205(b) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 3145(b)); (D) a grant for training, research, and technical assistance under section 207(a) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 3147(a)); and (E) except as provided in paragraph (3), a community development block grant made pursuant to title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (42 U.S.C. 5301 et seq.). (3) Exception.--Grants described in paragraph (2)(E) shall not include any disaster relief grants to address the damage in an area for which the President has declared a disaster under title IV of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170 et seq.). SEC. 4. ENSURING COOPERATION BETWEEN FEDERAL AND LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS TO SAFEGUARD OUR COMMUNITIES. (a) Authority To Cooperate With Federal Officials.--A State, a political subdivision of a State, or an officer, employee, or agent of such State or political subdivision that complies with a detainer issued by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1357(d)) and section 287.5(d) of title 8, Code of Federal Regulations. 1226 and 1357)-- (1) the State or political subdivision of a State shall not be liable for any action taken in accordance with the detainer; and (2) if the actions of the officer, employee, or agent of the State or political subdivision were taken in accordance with the detainer-- (A) the officer, employee, or agent shall be deemed-- (i) to be an employee of the Federal Government and an investigative or law enforcement officer; and (ii) to have been acting within the scope of his or her employment under section 1346(b) of title 28, United States Code, and chapter 171 of such title; (B) section 1346(b) of title 28, United States Code, shall provide the exclusive remedy for the plaintiff; and (C) the United States shall be substituted as defendant in the proceeding. (c) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section may be construed to provide immunity to any person who knowingly violates the civil or constitutional rights of an individual.

To provide a civil remedy for individuals harmed by sanctuary jurisdiction policies, and for other purposes. B) Exception.--A State or political subdivision of a State shall not be deemed a sanctuary jurisdiction based solely on having a policy whereby its officials will not share information regarding, or comply with a request made by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1226 and 1357) to comply with a detainer regarding, an alien who comes forward as a victim or a witness to a criminal offense. ( 3) Sanctuary-related civil action.--The term ``sanctuary- related civil action'' means a civil action brought against a sanctuary jurisdiction by an individual (or the estate, survivors, or heirs of an individual) who-- (A) is injured or harmed by an alien who benefitted from a sanctuary policy of the sanctuary jurisdiction; and (B) would not have been so injured or harmed but for the alien receiving the benefit of such sanctuary policy. 1101(a)(3))) has been arrested, convicted, or sentenced to a term of imprisonment of at least 1 year, may bring an action for compensatory damages against a State or a political subdivision of a State in the appropriate Federal or State court if the State or political subdivision failed to comply with-- (A) a request with respect to an alien that was lawfully made by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1226 and 1357); and (B) a detainer for, or notify about the release of, the alien. ( 2) Statute of limitations.--An action brought under this subsection may not be brought later than 10 years after the occurrence of the crime, or death of a person as a result of such crime, whichever occurs later. ( 3) Exception.--Grants described in paragraph (2)(E) shall not include any disaster relief grants to address the damage in an area for which the President has declared a disaster under title IV of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170 et seq.). ENSURING COOPERATION BETWEEN FEDERAL AND LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS TO SAFEGUARD OUR COMMUNITIES. (a) Authority To Cooperate With Federal Officials.--A State, a political subdivision of a State, or an officer, employee, or agent of such State or political subdivision that complies with a detainer issued by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1226 and 1357)-- (1) shall be deemed to be acting as an agent of the Department of Homeland Security; and (2) shall comply with section 287(d) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1357(d)) and section 287.5(d) of title 8, Code of Federal Regulations. ( b) Legal Proceedings.--In any legal proceeding brought against a State, a political subdivision of State, or an officer, employee, or agent of such State or political subdivision challenging the legality of the seizure or detention of an individual pursuant to a detainer issued by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. c) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section may be construed to provide immunity to any person who knowingly violates the civil or constitutional rights of an individual.

To provide a civil remedy for individuals harmed by sanctuary jurisdiction policies, and for other purposes. B) Exception.--A State or political subdivision of a State shall not be deemed a sanctuary jurisdiction based solely on having a policy whereby its officials will not share information regarding, or comply with a request made by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1226 and 1357) to comply with a detainer regarding, an alien who comes forward as a victim or a witness to a criminal offense. ( 2) Statute of limitations.--An action brought under this subsection may not be brought later than 10 years after the occurrence of the crime, or death of a person as a result of such crime, whichever occurs later. ( b) Waiver of Immunity.-- (1) In general.--Any State or political subdivision of a State that accepts a grant described in paragraph (2) from the Federal Government shall agree, as a condition of receiving such grant, to waive any immunity of such State or political subdivision relating to a sanctuary-related civil action. ( 3143(a)); (C) a supplemental grant under section 205(b) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 3145(b)); (D) a grant for training, research, and technical assistance under section 207(a) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 3147(a)); and (E) except as provided in paragraph (3), a community development block grant made pursuant to title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (42 U.S.C. 5301 et seq.). ( 3) Exception.--Grants described in paragraph (2)(E) shall not include any disaster relief grants to address the damage in an area for which the President has declared a disaster under title IV of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170 et seq.). c) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section may be construed to provide immunity to any person who knowingly violates the civil or constitutional rights of an individual.

To provide a civil remedy for individuals harmed by sanctuary jurisdiction policies, and for other purposes. B) Exception.--A State or political subdivision of a State shall not be deemed a sanctuary jurisdiction based solely on having a policy whereby its officials will not share information regarding, or comply with a request made by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1226 and 1357) to comply with a detainer regarding, an alien who comes forward as a victim or a witness to a criminal offense. ( 2) Statute of limitations.--An action brought under this subsection may not be brought later than 10 years after the occurrence of the crime, or death of a person as a result of such crime, whichever occurs later. ( b) Waiver of Immunity.-- (1) In general.--Any State or political subdivision of a State that accepts a grant described in paragraph (2) from the Federal Government shall agree, as a condition of receiving such grant, to waive any immunity of such State or political subdivision relating to a sanctuary-related civil action. ( 3143(a)); (C) a supplemental grant under section 205(b) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 3145(b)); (D) a grant for training, research, and technical assistance under section 207(a) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 3147(a)); and (E) except as provided in paragraph (3), a community development block grant made pursuant to title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (42 U.S.C. 5301 et seq.). ( 3) Exception.--Grants described in paragraph (2)(E) shall not include any disaster relief grants to address the damage in an area for which the President has declared a disaster under title IV of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170 et seq.). c) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section may be construed to provide immunity to any person who knowingly violates the civil or constitutional rights of an individual.

To provide a civil remedy for individuals harmed by sanctuary jurisdiction policies, and for other purposes. B) Exception.--A State or political subdivision of a State shall not be deemed a sanctuary jurisdiction based solely on having a policy whereby its officials will not share information regarding, or comply with a request made by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1226 and 1357) to comply with a detainer regarding, an alien who comes forward as a victim or a witness to a criminal offense. ( 3) Sanctuary-related civil action.--The term ``sanctuary- related civil action'' means a civil action brought against a sanctuary jurisdiction by an individual (or the estate, survivors, or heirs of an individual) who-- (A) is injured or harmed by an alien who benefitted from a sanctuary policy of the sanctuary jurisdiction; and (B) would not have been so injured or harmed but for the alien receiving the benefit of such sanctuary policy. 1101(a)(3))) has been arrested, convicted, or sentenced to a term of imprisonment of at least 1 year, may bring an action for compensatory damages against a State or a political subdivision of a State in the appropriate Federal or State court if the State or political subdivision failed to comply with-- (A) a request with respect to an alien that was lawfully made by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1226 and 1357); and (B) a detainer for, or notify about the release of, the alien. ( 2) Statute of limitations.--An action brought under this subsection may not be brought later than 10 years after the occurrence of the crime, or death of a person as a result of such crime, whichever occurs later. ( 3) Exception.--Grants described in paragraph (2)(E) shall not include any disaster relief grants to address the damage in an area for which the President has declared a disaster under title IV of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170 et seq.). ENSURING COOPERATION BETWEEN FEDERAL AND LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS TO SAFEGUARD OUR COMMUNITIES. (a) Authority To Cooperate With Federal Officials.--A State, a political subdivision of a State, or an officer, employee, or agent of such State or political subdivision that complies with a detainer issued by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1226 and 1357)-- (1) shall be deemed to be acting as an agent of the Department of Homeland Security; and (2) shall comply with section 287(d) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1357(d)) and section 287.5(d) of title 8, Code of Federal Regulations. ( b) Legal Proceedings.--In any legal proceeding brought against a State, a political subdivision of State, or an officer, employee, or agent of such State or political subdivision challenging the legality of the seizure or detention of an individual pursuant to a detainer issued by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. c) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section may be construed to provide immunity to any person who knowingly violates the civil or constitutional rights of an individual.

To provide a civil remedy for individuals harmed by sanctuary jurisdiction policies, and for other purposes. B) Exception.--A State or political subdivision of a State shall not be deemed a sanctuary jurisdiction based solely on having a policy whereby its officials will not share information regarding, or comply with a request made by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1226 and 1357) to comply with a detainer regarding, an alien who comes forward as a victim or a witness to a criminal offense. ( 2) Statute of limitations.--An action brought under this subsection may not be brought later than 10 years after the occurrence of the crime, or death of a person as a result of such crime, whichever occurs later. ( b) Waiver of Immunity.-- (1) In general.--Any State or political subdivision of a State that accepts a grant described in paragraph (2) from the Federal Government shall agree, as a condition of receiving such grant, to waive any immunity of such State or political subdivision relating to a sanctuary-related civil action. ( 3143(a)); (C) a supplemental grant under section 205(b) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 3145(b)); (D) a grant for training, research, and technical assistance under section 207(a) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 3147(a)); and (E) except as provided in paragraph (3), a community development block grant made pursuant to title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (42 U.S.C. 5301 et seq.). ( 3) Exception.--Grants described in paragraph (2)(E) shall not include any disaster relief grants to address the damage in an area for which the President has declared a disaster under title IV of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170 et seq.). c) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section may be construed to provide immunity to any person who knowingly violates the civil or constitutional rights of an individual.

To provide a civil remedy for individuals harmed by sanctuary jurisdiction policies, and for other purposes. B) Exception.--A State or political subdivision of a State shall not be deemed a sanctuary jurisdiction based solely on having a policy whereby its officials will not share information regarding, or comply with a request made by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1226 and 1357) to comply with a detainer regarding, an alien who comes forward as a victim or a witness to a criminal offense. ( 3) Sanctuary-related civil action.--The term ``sanctuary- related civil action'' means a civil action brought against a sanctuary jurisdiction by an individual (or the estate, survivors, or heirs of an individual) who-- (A) is injured or harmed by an alien who benefitted from a sanctuary policy of the sanctuary jurisdiction; and (B) would not have been so injured or harmed but for the alien receiving the benefit of such sanctuary policy. 1101(a)(3))) has been arrested, convicted, or sentenced to a term of imprisonment of at least 1 year, may bring an action for compensatory damages against a State or a political subdivision of a State in the appropriate Federal or State court if the State or political subdivision failed to comply with-- (A) a request with respect to an alien that was lawfully made by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1226 and 1357); and (B) a detainer for, or notify about the release of, the alien. ( 2) Statute of limitations.--An action brought under this subsection may not be brought later than 10 years after the occurrence of the crime, or death of a person as a result of such crime, whichever occurs later. ( 3) Exception.--Grants described in paragraph (2)(E) shall not include any disaster relief grants to address the damage in an area for which the President has declared a disaster under title IV of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170 et seq.). ENSURING COOPERATION BETWEEN FEDERAL AND LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS TO SAFEGUARD OUR COMMUNITIES. (a) Authority To Cooperate With Federal Officials.--A State, a political subdivision of a State, or an officer, employee, or agent of such State or political subdivision that complies with a detainer issued by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1226 and 1357)-- (1) shall be deemed to be acting as an agent of the Department of Homeland Security; and (2) shall comply with section 287(d) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1357(d)) and section 287.5(d) of title 8, Code of Federal Regulations. ( b) Legal Proceedings.--In any legal proceeding brought against a State, a political subdivision of State, or an officer, employee, or agent of such State or political subdivision challenging the legality of the seizure or detention of an individual pursuant to a detainer issued by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. c) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section may be construed to provide immunity to any person who knowingly violates the civil or constitutional rights of an individual.

To provide a civil remedy for individuals harmed by sanctuary jurisdiction policies, and for other purposes. B) Exception.--A State or political subdivision of a State shall not be deemed a sanctuary jurisdiction based solely on having a policy whereby its officials will not share information regarding, or comply with a request made by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1226 and 1357) to comply with a detainer regarding, an alien who comes forward as a victim or a witness to a criminal offense. ( 2) Statute of limitations.--An action brought under this subsection may not be brought later than 10 years after the occurrence of the crime, or death of a person as a result of such crime, whichever occurs later. ( b) Waiver of Immunity.-- (1) In general.--Any State or political subdivision of a State that accepts a grant described in paragraph (2) from the Federal Government shall agree, as a condition of receiving such grant, to waive any immunity of such State or political subdivision relating to a sanctuary-related civil action. ( 3143(a)); (C) a supplemental grant under section 205(b) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 3145(b)); (D) a grant for training, research, and technical assistance under section 207(a) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 3147(a)); and (E) except as provided in paragraph (3), a community development block grant made pursuant to title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (42 U.S.C. 5301 et seq.). ( 3) Exception.--Grants described in paragraph (2)(E) shall not include any disaster relief grants to address the damage in an area for which the President has declared a disaster under title IV of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170 et seq.). c) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section may be construed to provide immunity to any person who knowingly violates the civil or constitutional rights of an individual.

To provide a civil remedy for individuals harmed by sanctuary jurisdiction policies, and for other purposes. B) Exception.--A State or political subdivision of a State shall not be deemed a sanctuary jurisdiction based solely on having a policy whereby its officials will not share information regarding, or comply with a request made by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1226 and 1357) to comply with a detainer regarding, an alien who comes forward as a victim or a witness to a criminal offense. ( 1101(a)(3))) has been arrested, convicted, or sentenced to a term of imprisonment of at least 1 year, may bring an action for compensatory damages against a State or a political subdivision of a State in the appropriate Federal or State court if the State or political subdivision failed to comply with-- (A) a request with respect to an alien that was lawfully made by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1226 and 1357); and (B) a detainer for, or notify about the release of, the alien. ( 3) Exception.--Grants described in paragraph (2)(E) shall not include any disaster relief grants to address the damage in an area for which the President has declared a disaster under title IV of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170 et seq.). (a) Authority To Cooperate With Federal Officials.--A State, a political subdivision of a State, or an officer, employee, or agent of such State or political subdivision that complies with a detainer issued by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1226 and 1357)-- (1) shall be deemed to be acting as an agent of the Department of Homeland Security; and (2) shall comply with section 287(d) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1357(d)) and section 287.5(d) of title 8, Code of Federal Regulations. ( b) Legal Proceedings.--In any legal proceeding brought against a State, a political subdivision of State, or an officer, employee, or agent of such State or political subdivision challenging the legality of the seizure or detention of an individual pursuant to a detainer issued by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. c) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section may be construed to provide immunity to any person who knowingly violates the civil or constitutional rights of an individual.

To provide a civil remedy for individuals harmed by sanctuary jurisdiction policies, and for other purposes. B) Exception.--A State or political subdivision of a State shall not be deemed a sanctuary jurisdiction based solely on having a policy whereby its officials will not share information regarding, or comply with a request made by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1226 and 1357) to comply with a detainer regarding, an alien who comes forward as a victim or a witness to a criminal offense. ( 2) Statute of limitations.--An action brought under this subsection may not be brought later than 10 years after the occurrence of the crime, or death of a person as a result of such crime, whichever occurs later. ( b) Waiver of Immunity.-- (1) In general.--Any State or political subdivision of a State that accepts a grant described in paragraph (2) from the Federal Government shall agree, as a condition of receiving such grant, to waive any immunity of such State or political subdivision relating to a sanctuary-related civil action. ( 3143(a)); (C) a supplemental grant under section 205(b) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 3145(b)); (D) a grant for training, research, and technical assistance under section 207(a) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 3147(a)); and (E) except as provided in paragraph (3), a community development block grant made pursuant to title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (42 U.S.C. 5301 et seq.). ( 3) Exception.--Grants described in paragraph (2)(E) shall not include any disaster relief grants to address the damage in an area for which the President has declared a disaster under title IV of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170 et seq.). c) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section may be construed to provide immunity to any person who knowingly violates the civil or constitutional rights of an individual.

To provide a civil remedy for individuals harmed by sanctuary jurisdiction policies, and for other purposes. 1101(a)(3))) has been arrested, convicted, or sentenced to a term of imprisonment of at least 1 year, may bring an action for compensatory damages against a State or a political subdivision of a State in the appropriate Federal or State court if the State or political subdivision failed to comply with-- (A) a request with respect to an alien that was lawfully made by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1226 and 1357); and (B) a detainer for, or notify about the release of, the alien. ( a) Authority To Cooperate With Federal Officials.--A State, a political subdivision of a State, or an officer, employee, or agent of such State or political subdivision that complies with a detainer issued by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1226 and 1357)-- (1) shall be deemed to be acting as an agent of the Department of Homeland Security; and (2) shall comply with section 287(d) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1357(d)) and section 287.5(d) of title 8, Code of Federal Regulations. ( b) Legal Proceedings.--In any legal proceeding brought against a State, a political subdivision of State, or an officer, employee, or agent of such State or political subdivision challenging the legality of the seizure or detention of an individual pursuant to a detainer issued by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. c) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section may be construed to provide immunity to any person who knowingly violates the civil or constitutional rights of an individual.

S.933

Armed Forces and National Security

Battleship Iowa National Museum of the Surface Navy Act of 2021 This bill designates the Battleship USS Iowa Museum located in Los Angeles, California, as the National Museum of the Surface Navy.

To designate the Battleship IOWA Museum, located in Los Angeles, California, as the National Museum of the Surface Navy, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Battleship Iowa National Museum of the Surface Navy Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress makes the following findings: (1) The United States Surface Navy represents the millions of sailors and thousands of ships that sail on oceans around the world to ensure the safety and freedom of Americans and all people. (2) The Battleship IOWA is an iconic Surface Navy vessel that-- (A) served as home to hundreds of thousands of sailors from all 50 States; and (B) is recognized as a transformational feat of engineering and innovation. (3) In 2012, the Navy donated the Battleship IOWA to the Pacific Battleship Center, a nonprofit organization pursuant to section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, after which the Center established the Battleship IOWA Museum at the Port of Los Angeles in Los Angeles, California. (4) The Battleship IOWA Museum is a museum and educational institution that-- (A) has welcomed millions of visitors from across the United States and receives support from thousands of Americans throughout the United States to preserve the legacy of those who served on the Battleship IOWA and all Surface Navy ships; (B) is home to Los Angeles Fleet Week, which has the highest public engagement of any Fleet Week in the United States and raises awareness of the importance of the Navy to defending the United States, maintaining safe sea lanes, and providing humanitarian assistance; (C) hosts numerous military activities, including enlistments, re-enlistments, commissionings, promotions, and community service days, with participants from throughout the United States; (D) is a leader in museum engagement with innovative exhibits, diverse programming, and use of technology; (E) is an on-site training platform for Federal, State, and local law enforcement personnel to use for a variety of training exercises, including urban search and rescue and maritime security exercises; (F) is a partner with the Navy in carrying out Defense Support of Civil Authorities efforts by supporting training exercises and responses to crises, including the COVID-19 pandemic; (G) is a science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education platform for thousands of students each year; (H) is an instrumental partner in the economic development efforts along the Los Angeles waterfront by attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors annually and improving the quality of life for area residents; and (I) provides a safe place for-- (i) veteran engagement and reintegration into the community through programs and activities that provide a sense of belonging to members of the Armed Forces and veterans; and (ii) proud Americans to come together in common purpose to highlight the importance of service to community for the future of the United States. (5) In January 2019, the Pacific Battleship Center received a license for the rights of the National Museum of the Surface Navy from the Navy for the purpose of building such museum aboard the Battleship IOWA at the Port of Los Angeles. (6) The National Museum of the Surface Navy will-- (A) be the official museum to honor millions of Americans who have proudly served and continue to serve in the Surface Navy since the founding of the Navy on October 13, 1775; (B) be a community-based and future-oriented museum that will raise awareness and educate the public on the important role of the Surface Navy in ensuring international relations, maintaining safe sea transit for free trade, preventing piracy, providing humanitarian assistance, and enhancing the role of the United States throughout the world; (C) build on successes of the Battleship IOWA Museum by introducing new exhibits and programs with a focus on education, veterans, and community; (D) borrow and exhibit artifacts from the Navy and other museums and individuals throughout the United States; and (E) work with individuals from the Surface Navy community and the public to ensure that the story of the Surface Navy community is accurately interpreted and represented. SEC. 3. NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE SURFACE NAVY. (a) Designation.--The Battleship IOWA Museum, located in Los Angeles, California, and managed by the Pacific Battleship Center, shall be designated as the ``National Museum of the Surface Navy''. (b) Purposes.--The purposes of the National Museum of the Surface Navy shall be to-- (1) provide and support-- (A) a museum dedicated to the United States Surface Navy community; and (B) a platform for education, community, and veterans programs; (2) preserve, maintain, and interpret artifacts, documents, images, stories, and history collected by the museum; and (3) ensure that the American people understand the importance of the Surface Navy in the continued freedom, safety, and security of the United States. <all>

Battleship Iowa National Museum of the Surface Navy Act of 2021

A bill to designate the Battleship IOWA Museum, located in Los Angeles, California, as the National Museum of the Surface Navy, and for other purposes.

Battleship Iowa National Museum of the Surface Navy Act of 2021

Sen. Feinstein, Dianne

D

CA

This bill designates the Battleship USS Iowa Museum located in Los Angeles, California, as the National Museum of the Surface Navy.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Battleship Iowa National Museum of the Surface Navy Act of 2021''. 2. FINDINGS. (3) In 2012, the Navy donated the Battleship IOWA to the Pacific Battleship Center, a nonprofit organization pursuant to section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, after which the Center established the Battleship IOWA Museum at the Port of Los Angeles in Los Angeles, California. (4) The Battleship IOWA Museum is a museum and educational institution that-- (A) has welcomed millions of visitors from across the United States and receives support from thousands of Americans throughout the United States to preserve the legacy of those who served on the Battleship IOWA and all Surface Navy ships; (B) is home to Los Angeles Fleet Week, which has the highest public engagement of any Fleet Week in the United States and raises awareness of the importance of the Navy to defending the United States, maintaining safe sea lanes, and providing humanitarian assistance; (C) hosts numerous military activities, including enlistments, re-enlistments, commissionings, promotions, and community service days, with participants from throughout the United States; (D) is a leader in museum engagement with innovative exhibits, diverse programming, and use of technology; (E) is an on-site training platform for Federal, State, and local law enforcement personnel to use for a variety of training exercises, including urban search and rescue and maritime security exercises; (F) is a partner with the Navy in carrying out Defense Support of Civil Authorities efforts by supporting training exercises and responses to crises, including the COVID-19 pandemic; (G) is a science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education platform for thousands of students each year; (H) is an instrumental partner in the economic development efforts along the Los Angeles waterfront by attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors annually and improving the quality of life for area residents; and (I) provides a safe place for-- (i) veteran engagement and reintegration into the community through programs and activities that provide a sense of belonging to members of the Armed Forces and veterans; and (ii) proud Americans to come together in common purpose to highlight the importance of service to community for the future of the United States. SEC. NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE SURFACE NAVY. (b) Purposes.--The purposes of the National Museum of the Surface Navy shall be to-- (1) provide and support-- (A) a museum dedicated to the United States Surface Navy community; and (B) a platform for education, community, and veterans programs; (2) preserve, maintain, and interpret artifacts, documents, images, stories, and history collected by the museum; and (3) ensure that the American people understand the importance of the Surface Navy in the continued freedom, safety, and security 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. 2. FINDINGS. (3) In 2012, the Navy donated the Battleship IOWA to the Pacific Battleship Center, a nonprofit organization pursuant to section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, after which the Center established the Battleship IOWA Museum at the Port of Los Angeles in Los Angeles, California. SEC. NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE SURFACE NAVY. (b) Purposes.--The purposes of the National Museum of the Surface Navy shall be to-- (1) provide and support-- (A) a museum dedicated to the United States Surface Navy community; and (B) a platform for education, community, and veterans programs; (2) preserve, maintain, and interpret artifacts, documents, images, stories, and history collected by the museum; and (3) ensure that the American people understand the importance of the Surface Navy in the continued freedom, safety, and security of the United States.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Battleship Iowa National Museum of the Surface Navy Act of 2021''. 2. FINDINGS. (2) The Battleship IOWA is an iconic Surface Navy vessel that-- (A) served as home to hundreds of thousands of sailors from all 50 States; and (B) is recognized as a transformational feat of engineering and innovation. (3) In 2012, the Navy donated the Battleship IOWA to the Pacific Battleship Center, a nonprofit organization pursuant to section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, after which the Center established the Battleship IOWA Museum at the Port of Los Angeles in Los Angeles, California. (4) The Battleship IOWA Museum is a museum and educational institution that-- (A) has welcomed millions of visitors from across the United States and receives support from thousands of Americans throughout the United States to preserve the legacy of those who served on the Battleship IOWA and all Surface Navy ships; (B) is home to Los Angeles Fleet Week, which has the highest public engagement of any Fleet Week in the United States and raises awareness of the importance of the Navy to defending the United States, maintaining safe sea lanes, and providing humanitarian assistance; (C) hosts numerous military activities, including enlistments, re-enlistments, commissionings, promotions, and community service days, with participants from throughout the United States; (D) is a leader in museum engagement with innovative exhibits, diverse programming, and use of technology; (E) is an on-site training platform for Federal, State, and local law enforcement personnel to use for a variety of training exercises, including urban search and rescue and maritime security exercises; (F) is a partner with the Navy in carrying out Defense Support of Civil Authorities efforts by supporting training exercises and responses to crises, including the COVID-19 pandemic; (G) is a science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education platform for thousands of students each year; (H) is an instrumental partner in the economic development efforts along the Los Angeles waterfront by attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors annually and improving the quality of life for area residents; and (I) provides a safe place for-- (i) veteran engagement and reintegration into the community through programs and activities that provide a sense of belonging to members of the Armed Forces and veterans; and (ii) proud Americans to come together in common purpose to highlight the importance of service to community for the future of the United States. (5) In January 2019, the Pacific Battleship Center received a license for the rights of the National Museum of the Surface Navy from the Navy for the purpose of building such museum aboard the Battleship IOWA at the Port of Los Angeles. (6) The National Museum of the Surface Navy will-- (A) be the official museum to honor millions of Americans who have proudly served and continue to serve in the Surface Navy since the founding of the Navy on October 13, 1775; (B) be a community-based and future-oriented museum that will raise awareness and educate the public on the important role of the Surface Navy in ensuring international relations, maintaining safe sea transit for free trade, preventing piracy, providing humanitarian assistance, and enhancing the role of the United States throughout the world; (C) build on successes of the Battleship IOWA Museum by introducing new exhibits and programs with a focus on education, veterans, and community; (D) borrow and exhibit artifacts from the Navy and other museums and individuals throughout the United States; and (E) work with individuals from the Surface Navy community and the public to ensure that the story of the Surface Navy community is accurately interpreted and represented. SEC. NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE SURFACE NAVY. (a) Designation.--The Battleship IOWA Museum, located in Los Angeles, California, and managed by the Pacific Battleship Center, shall be designated as the ``National Museum of the Surface Navy''. (b) Purposes.--The purposes of the National Museum of the Surface Navy shall be to-- (1) provide and support-- (A) a museum dedicated to the United States Surface Navy community; and (B) a platform for education, community, and veterans programs; (2) preserve, maintain, and interpret artifacts, documents, images, stories, and history collected by the museum; and (3) ensure that the American people understand the importance of the Surface Navy in the continued freedom, safety, and security of the United States.

To designate the Battleship IOWA Museum, located in Los Angeles, California, as the National Museum of the Surface Navy, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Battleship Iowa National Museum of the Surface Navy Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress makes the following findings: (1) The United States Surface Navy represents the millions of sailors and thousands of ships that sail on oceans around the world to ensure the safety and freedom of Americans and all people. (2) The Battleship IOWA is an iconic Surface Navy vessel that-- (A) served as home to hundreds of thousands of sailors from all 50 States; and (B) is recognized as a transformational feat of engineering and innovation. (3) In 2012, the Navy donated the Battleship IOWA to the Pacific Battleship Center, a nonprofit organization pursuant to section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, after which the Center established the Battleship IOWA Museum at the Port of Los Angeles in Los Angeles, California. (4) The Battleship IOWA Museum is a museum and educational institution that-- (A) has welcomed millions of visitors from across the United States and receives support from thousands of Americans throughout the United States to preserve the legacy of those who served on the Battleship IOWA and all Surface Navy ships; (B) is home to Los Angeles Fleet Week, which has the highest public engagement of any Fleet Week in the United States and raises awareness of the importance of the Navy to defending the United States, maintaining safe sea lanes, and providing humanitarian assistance; (C) hosts numerous military activities, including enlistments, re-enlistments, commissionings, promotions, and community service days, with participants from throughout the United States; (D) is a leader in museum engagement with innovative exhibits, diverse programming, and use of technology; (E) is an on-site training platform for Federal, State, and local law enforcement personnel to use for a variety of training exercises, including urban search and rescue and maritime security exercises; (F) is a partner with the Navy in carrying out Defense Support of Civil Authorities efforts by supporting training exercises and responses to crises, including the COVID-19 pandemic; (G) is a science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education platform for thousands of students each year; (H) is an instrumental partner in the economic development efforts along the Los Angeles waterfront by attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors annually and improving the quality of life for area residents; and (I) provides a safe place for-- (i) veteran engagement and reintegration into the community through programs and activities that provide a sense of belonging to members of the Armed Forces and veterans; and (ii) proud Americans to come together in common purpose to highlight the importance of service to community for the future of the United States. (5) In January 2019, the Pacific Battleship Center received a license for the rights of the National Museum of the Surface Navy from the Navy for the purpose of building such museum aboard the Battleship IOWA at the Port of Los Angeles. (6) The National Museum of the Surface Navy will-- (A) be the official museum to honor millions of Americans who have proudly served and continue to serve in the Surface Navy since the founding of the Navy on October 13, 1775; (B) be a community-based and future-oriented museum that will raise awareness and educate the public on the important role of the Surface Navy in ensuring international relations, maintaining safe sea transit for free trade, preventing piracy, providing humanitarian assistance, and enhancing the role of the United States throughout the world; (C) build on successes of the Battleship IOWA Museum by introducing new exhibits and programs with a focus on education, veterans, and community; (D) borrow and exhibit artifacts from the Navy and other museums and individuals throughout the United States; and (E) work with individuals from the Surface Navy community and the public to ensure that the story of the Surface Navy community is accurately interpreted and represented. SEC. 3. NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE SURFACE NAVY. (a) Designation.--The Battleship IOWA Museum, located in Los Angeles, California, and managed by the Pacific Battleship Center, shall be designated as the ``National Museum of the Surface Navy''. (b) Purposes.--The purposes of the National Museum of the Surface Navy shall be to-- (1) provide and support-- (A) a museum dedicated to the United States Surface Navy community; and (B) a platform for education, community, and veterans programs; (2) preserve, maintain, and interpret artifacts, documents, images, stories, and history collected by the museum; and (3) ensure that the American people understand the importance of the Surface Navy in the continued freedom, safety, and security of the United States. <all>

To designate the Battleship IOWA Museum, located in Los Angeles, California, as the National Museum of the Surface Navy, and for other purposes. 3) In 2012, the Navy donated the Battleship IOWA to the Pacific Battleship Center, a nonprofit organization pursuant to section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, after which the Center established the Battleship IOWA Museum at the Port of Los Angeles in Los Angeles, California. (5) In January 2019, the Pacific Battleship Center received a license for the rights of the National Museum of the Surface Navy from the Navy for the purpose of building such museum aboard the Battleship IOWA at the Port of Los Angeles. ( NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE SURFACE NAVY. ( (b) Purposes.--The purposes of the National Museum of the Surface Navy shall be to-- (1) provide and support-- (A) a museum dedicated to the United States Surface Navy community; and (B) a platform for education, community, and veterans programs; (2) preserve, maintain, and interpret artifacts, documents, images, stories, and history collected by the museum; and (3) ensure that the American people understand the importance of the Surface Navy in the continued freedom, safety, and security of the United States.

To designate the Battleship IOWA Museum, located in Los Angeles, California, as the National Museum of the Surface Navy, and for other purposes. 3) In 2012, the Navy donated the Battleship IOWA to the Pacific Battleship Center, a nonprofit organization pursuant to section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, after which the Center established the Battleship IOWA Museum at the Port of Los Angeles in Los Angeles, California. 5) In January 2019, the Pacific Battleship Center received a license for the rights of the National Museum of the Surface Navy from the Navy for the purpose of building such museum aboard the Battleship IOWA at the Port of Los Angeles. NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE SURFACE NAVY. ( a) Designation.--The Battleship IOWA Museum, located in Los Angeles, California, and managed by the Pacific Battleship Center, shall be designated as the ``National Museum of the Surface Navy''. (

To designate the Battleship IOWA Museum, located in Los Angeles, California, as the National Museum of the Surface Navy, and for other purposes. 3) In 2012, the Navy donated the Battleship IOWA to the Pacific Battleship Center, a nonprofit organization pursuant to section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, after which the Center established the Battleship IOWA Museum at the Port of Los Angeles in Los Angeles, California. 5) In January 2019, the Pacific Battleship Center received a license for the rights of the National Museum of the Surface Navy from the Navy for the purpose of building such museum aboard the Battleship IOWA at the Port of Los Angeles. NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE SURFACE NAVY. ( a) Designation.--The Battleship IOWA Museum, located in Los Angeles, California, and managed by the Pacific Battleship Center, shall be designated as the ``National Museum of the Surface Navy''. (

To designate the Battleship IOWA Museum, located in Los Angeles, California, as the National Museum of the Surface Navy, and for other purposes. 3) In 2012, the Navy donated the Battleship IOWA to the Pacific Battleship Center, a nonprofit organization pursuant to section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, after which the Center established the Battleship IOWA Museum at the Port of Los Angeles in Los Angeles, California. (5) In January 2019, the Pacific Battleship Center received a license for the rights of the National Museum of the Surface Navy from the Navy for the purpose of building such museum aboard the Battleship IOWA at the Port of Los Angeles. ( NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE SURFACE NAVY. ( (b) Purposes.--The purposes of the National Museum of the Surface Navy shall be to-- (1) provide and support-- (A) a museum dedicated to the United States Surface Navy community; and (B) a platform for education, community, and veterans programs; (2) preserve, maintain, and interpret artifacts, documents, images, stories, and history collected by the museum; and (3) ensure that the American people understand the importance of the Surface Navy in the continued freedom, safety, and security of the United States.

To designate the Battleship IOWA Museum, located in Los Angeles, California, as the National Museum of the Surface Navy, and for other purposes. 3) In 2012, the Navy donated the Battleship IOWA to the Pacific Battleship Center, a nonprofit organization pursuant to section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, after which the Center established the Battleship IOWA Museum at the Port of Los Angeles in Los Angeles, California. 5) In January 2019, the Pacific Battleship Center received a license for the rights of the National Museum of the Surface Navy from the Navy for the purpose of building such museum aboard the Battleship IOWA at the Port of Los Angeles. NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE SURFACE NAVY. ( a) Designation.--The Battleship IOWA Museum, located in Los Angeles, California, and managed by the Pacific Battleship Center, shall be designated as the ``National Museum of the Surface Navy''. (

To designate the Battleship IOWA Museum, located in Los Angeles, California, as the National Museum of the Surface Navy, and for other purposes. 3) In 2012, the Navy donated the Battleship IOWA to the Pacific Battleship Center, a nonprofit organization pursuant to section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, after which the Center established the Battleship IOWA Museum at the Port of Los Angeles in Los Angeles, California. (5) In January 2019, the Pacific Battleship Center received a license for the rights of the National Museum of the Surface Navy from the Navy for the purpose of building such museum aboard the Battleship IOWA at the Port of Los Angeles. ( NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE SURFACE NAVY. ( (b) Purposes.--The purposes of the National Museum of the Surface Navy shall be to-- (1) provide and support-- (A) a museum dedicated to the United States Surface Navy community; and (B) a platform for education, community, and veterans programs; (2) preserve, maintain, and interpret artifacts, documents, images, stories, and history collected by the museum; and (3) ensure that the American people understand the importance of the Surface Navy in the continued freedom, safety, and security of the United States.

To designate the Battleship IOWA Museum, located in Los Angeles, California, as the National Museum of the Surface Navy, and for other purposes. 3) In 2012, the Navy donated the Battleship IOWA to the Pacific Battleship Center, a nonprofit organization pursuant to section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, after which the Center established the Battleship IOWA Museum at the Port of Los Angeles in Los Angeles, California. 5) In January 2019, the Pacific Battleship Center received a license for the rights of the National Museum of the Surface Navy from the Navy for the purpose of building such museum aboard the Battleship IOWA at the Port of Los Angeles. NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE SURFACE NAVY. ( a) Designation.--The Battleship IOWA Museum, located in Los Angeles, California, and managed by the Pacific Battleship Center, shall be designated as the ``National Museum of the Surface Navy''. (

To designate the Battleship IOWA Museum, located in Los Angeles, California, as the National Museum of the Surface Navy, and for other purposes. 3) In 2012, the Navy donated the Battleship IOWA to the Pacific Battleship Center, a nonprofit organization pursuant to section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, after which the Center established the Battleship IOWA Museum at the Port of Los Angeles in Los Angeles, California. (5) In January 2019, the Pacific Battleship Center received a license for the rights of the National Museum of the Surface Navy from the Navy for the purpose of building such museum aboard the Battleship IOWA at the Port of Los Angeles. ( NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE SURFACE NAVY. ( (b) Purposes.--The purposes of the National Museum of the Surface Navy shall be to-- (1) provide and support-- (A) a museum dedicated to the United States Surface Navy community; and (B) a platform for education, community, and veterans programs; (2) preserve, maintain, and interpret artifacts, documents, images, stories, and history collected by the museum; and (3) ensure that the American people understand the importance of the Surface Navy in the continued freedom, safety, and security of the United States.

To designate the Battleship IOWA Museum, located in Los Angeles, California, as the National Museum of the Surface Navy, and for other purposes. 3) In 2012, the Navy donated the Battleship IOWA to the Pacific Battleship Center, a nonprofit organization pursuant to section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, after which the Center established the Battleship IOWA Museum at the Port of Los Angeles in Los Angeles, California. 5) In January 2019, the Pacific Battleship Center received a license for the rights of the National Museum of the Surface Navy from the Navy for the purpose of building such museum aboard the Battleship IOWA at the Port of Los Angeles. NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE SURFACE NAVY. ( a) Designation.--The Battleship IOWA Museum, located in Los Angeles, California, and managed by the Pacific Battleship Center, shall be designated as the ``National Museum of the Surface Navy''. (

To designate the Battleship IOWA Museum, located in Los Angeles, California, as the National Museum of the Surface Navy, and for other purposes. 3) In 2012, the Navy donated the Battleship IOWA to the Pacific Battleship Center, a nonprofit organization pursuant to section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, after which the Center established the Battleship IOWA Museum at the Port of Los Angeles in Los Angeles, California. (5) In January 2019, the Pacific Battleship Center received a license for the rights of the National Museum of the Surface Navy from the Navy for the purpose of building such museum aboard the Battleship IOWA at the Port of Los Angeles. ( NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE SURFACE NAVY. ( (b) Purposes.--The purposes of the National Museum of the Surface Navy shall be to-- (1) provide and support-- (A) a museum dedicated to the United States Surface Navy community; and (B) a platform for education, community, and veterans programs; (2) preserve, maintain, and interpret artifacts, documents, images, stories, and history collected by the museum; and (3) ensure that the American people understand the importance of the Surface Navy in the continued freedom, safety, and security of the United States.

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Armed Forces and National Security