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Sustainable Chemistry Research and Development Act of 2019 [HB-2051]
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(Sec. 3) directs the Office of Science and Technology Policy to convene an interagency entity under the National Science and Technology Council with the responsibility of coordinating federal programs and activities in support of sustainable chemistry. Sustainable chemistry, also known as green chemistry, is focused on conserving resources and minimizing the generation and use of hazardous substances in chemical processes. (Sec. 4) The entity shall develop a working framework of attributes characterizing and metrics for assessing sustainable chemistry.
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Sponsored by: Rep. Thomas R. Suozzi
Received In The Senate And Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Commerce, Science, And Transportation. on 12/10/2019
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Sustainable Chemistry Research and Development Act of 2019 [S.999]
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Directs the Office of Science and Technology Policy to convene an interagency entity under the National Science and Technology Council with the responsibility of coordinating federal programs and activities in support of sustainable chemistry. Agencies participating in the entity must carry out specified activities in support of sustainable chemistry, including incorporating sustainable chemistry into existing research, development, demonstration, technology transfer, commercialization, education, and training programs. Sustainable chemistry, also
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Sponsored by: Sen. Susan M. Collins
Committee On Commerce, Science, And Transportation. Reported By Senator Wicker With An Amendment In The Nature Of A Substitute. With Written Report No. 116-251. on 08/12/2020
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POWER Act Providing Officers With Electronic Resources Act [HB-2070]
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Authorizes the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services within the Department of Justice to make grants to law enforcement agencies to purchase a chemical screening device and to train personnel to use, and interpret data collected by, such device.
Sponsored by: Rep. Alexander Mooney
Referred To The Subcommittee On Crime, Terrorism, And Homeland Security. on 05/15/2019
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POWER Act Providing Officers With Electronic Resources Act [S.954]
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Authorizes the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services within the Department of Justice to make grants to law enforcement agencies to purchase a chemical screening device and to train personnel to use, and interpret data collected by, such device.
Sponsored by: Sen. Edward J. Markey
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On The Judiciary. on 03/28/2019
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Coordinated Ocean Observations and Research Act of 2020 [S.914]
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Reauthorizes through FY2025 and revises the Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System (IOOS), which is a network of federal and regional entities that provide information about the nation's coasts, oceans, and Great Lakes, as well as new tools and forecasts to improve safety, enhance the economy, and protect the environment. The bill revises the authority of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to conduct scientific assessments related to storms, including to (1) direct NOAA to seek public input before the Named Storm
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Sponsored by: Sen. Amy Klobuchar
Became Public Law No: 116-271. on 12/31/2020
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Improving Science in Chemical Assessments Act [HB-89]
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Modifies procedures related to specified chemical assessments performed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Specifically, chemical hazard identification and dose response assessments, currently performed by the Integrated Risk Information System program, must be performed by the appropriate EPA program office. Additionally, the bill requires the EPA to establish a steering committee to ensure there is no duplication of effort by relevant program offices in conducting covered assessments.
Sponsored by: Rep. Andy Biggs
Referred To The Subcommittee On Environment. on 02/12/2019
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A resolution designating the week beginning on October 21, 2018, as "National Chemistry Week". [SR-721]
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A resolution designating the week beginning on October 21, 2018, as "National Chemistry Week".
Sponsored by: Sen. Christopher A. Coons
Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S7453; Text: Cr S7436-7437) on 12/11/2018
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A resolution designating the week beginning on October 22, 2017, as "National Chemistry Week". [SR-301]
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A resolution designating the week beginning on October 22, 2017, as "National Chemistry Week". Designates the week beginning on October 22, 2017, as National Chemistry Week. Recognizes the need to promote the fields of science, including chemistry, technology, engineering, and mathematics and to encourage youth to pursue careers in these fields.
Sponsored by: Sen. Christopher A. Coons
Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S6773-6774; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S6770) on 10/24/2017
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Expressing support for the designation of the week beginning on October 21, 2018, as "National Chemistry Week". [HR-1129]
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Expressing support for the designation of the week beginning on October 21, 2018, as "National Chemistry Week". Expresses support for the designation of National Chemistry Week. Recognizes the need to promote the fields of science, including chemistry, technology, engineering, and mathematics, and to encourage youth to pursue careers in these fields.
Sponsored by: Rep. Glenn Grothman
Introduced In House on 10/19/2018
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Protecting and Securing Chemical Facilities from Terrorist Attacks Act of 2018 [HB-6992]
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Protecting and Securing Chemical Facilities from Terrorist Attacks Act of 2018
Sponsored by: Rep. Ryan A. Costello
Referred To The Subcommittee On Cybersecurity And Infrastructure Protection. on 10/17/2018
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Improving Science in Chemical Assessments Act [HB-6468]
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Improving Science in Chemical Assessments Act
Sponsored by: Rep. Andy Biggs
Committee On Energy And Commerce Discharged. on 12/28/2018
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Healthy Environment for Children Act [HB-5604]
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Healthy Environment for Children Act This bill prohibits the Environmental Protection Agency from reducing, consolidating, or terminating the offices and activities (e.g., intramural grants, extramural grants, and research) of the National Center for Environmental Research.
Sponsored by: Rep. Nanette Diaz Barragan
Referred To The Subcommittee On Environment. on 05/22/2018
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Department of Energy Research and Innovation Act [S.2503]
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Department of Energy Research and Innovation Act TITLE I--LABORATORY MODERNIZATION AND TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER Laboratory Modernization and Technology Transfer Act (Sec. 102) This bill instructs the Department of Energy (DOE) to permit specified National Laboratories owned by DOE to use funds authorized to support technology transfer within DOE to: (1) carry out early stage and precommercial technology demonstration activities to remove technology barriers limiting private sector interest, and (2) demonstrate potential commercial applications of any
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Sponsored by: Sen. Lisa Murkowski
Received In The House. on 07/24/2018
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Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency Act of 2017 [HB-3359]
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Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency Act of 2017 (Sec. 2) This bill amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to redesignate the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS's) National Protection and Programs Directorate as the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency. It transfers resources and responsibilities of the directorate to the agency. The agency shall be headed by the Director of National Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security. Its responsibilities shall include: leading cybersecurity and critical infrastructure security
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Sponsored by: Rep. John Katko
Signed By President. on 11/16/2018
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Renewable Chemicals Act of 2017 [HB-3149]
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Renewable Chemicals Act of 2017 This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a business-related tax credit for the production of renewable chemicals. The bill defines "renewable chemical" as any chemical that: (1) is produced in the United States from renewable biomass; (2) is sold or used for the production of chemical products, polymers, plastics, or formulated products or as chemicals, polymers, plastics, or formulated products; (3) has a biobased content of not less than 95%; (4) is the product of, or reliant upon, biological or thermal
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Sponsored by: Rep. Ryan A. Costello
Introduced In House on 06/29/2017
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Energy and Natural Resources Act of 2017 [S.1460]
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Energy and Natural Resources Act of 2017 This bill amends the Energy Conservation and Production Act, the Energy Policy and Conservation Act, and the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 with respect to energy efficiency for sectors such as buildings, transportation, schools, and manufacturing. Energy infrastructure concerns are addressed, including cybersecurity threats, pipeline permitting, and requirements for enhanced electric grid storage and security as well as bulk-power system reliability. The bill amends the Energy Policy Act of
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Sponsored by: Sen. Lisa Murkowski
Committee On Energy And Natural Resources. Hearings Held. on 09/19/2017
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INTERDICT Act International Narcotics Trafficking Emergency Response by Detecting Incoming Contraband with Technology Act [S.708]
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INTERDICT Act International Narcotics Trafficking Emergency Response by Detecting Incoming Contraband with Technology Act This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to: (1) increase the number of chemical screening devices available to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to interdict fentanyl, other synthetic opioids, and other narcotics and psychoactive substances that are illegally imported into the United States, including such substances imported through the mail or by an express consignment operator or carrier; and
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Sponsored by: Sen. Robert P. Casey
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Homeland Security And Governmental Affairs. (sponsor Introductory Remarks: Cr S1975-1977) on 03/23/2017
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Child Protection Improvements Act of 2017 [HB-695]
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Child Protection Improvements Act of 2017 This bill provides continuing FY2019 appropriations to several federal agencies through February 8, 2019. It also provides additional appropriations for U.S. Customs and Border Protection, extends Medicaid provisions, and provides supplemental appropriations for disaster relief. DIVISION A--FURTHER ADDITIONAL CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2019 Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2019 (Sec. 101) This division amends the Continuing Appropriations Act, 2019 to provide continuing FY2019 appropriations
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Sponsored by: Rep. Gerald E. Connolly
Considered By Senate (message From The House Considered). on 01/02/2019
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Department of Energy Research and Innovation Act [HB-589]
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Department of Energy Research and Innovation Act TITLE I--LABORATORY MODERNIZATION AND TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER Laboratory Modernization and Technology Transfer Act (Sec. 102) This bill instructs the Department of Energy (DOE) to permit specified National Laboratories owned by DOE to use funds authorized to support technology transfer within DOE to: (1) carry out early stage and precommercial technology demonstration activities to remove technology barriers limiting private sector interest, and (2) demonstrate potential commercial applications of any
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Sponsored by: Rep. Andy Biggs
Signed By President. on 09/28/2018
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To promote a 21st century energy and manufacturing workforce. [HB-338]
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To promote a 21st century energy and manufacturing workforce. (Sec. 1) This bill directs the Department of Energy (DOE), in awarding grants, to prioritize education and training for energy and manufacturing jobs, including by encouraging state and local education agencies to equip students for those jobs and strengthening DOE programs and labs carrying out workforce development initiatives. DOE must prioritize educating and training workers from underrepresented groups such as minorities, women, and veterans. DOE may encourage, but not incentivize,
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Sponsored by: Rep. Bobby L. Rush
Received In The Senate And Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Energy And Natural Resources. on 06/13/2017