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Safeguarding Government from Foreign Corruption Act [HB-2456]
[Ethics ]
[National Security ]
[Law Enforcement ]
Safeguarding Government from Foreign Corruption Act
Sponsored by: Rep. Henry Johnson
Referred To The Subcommittee On Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, And Investigations. on 06/07/2017
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Jamiel Shaw, II Memorial Act of 2017 [HB-2458]
[Immigration ]
[Crime ]
[National Security ]
[Public Safety ]
Jamiel Shaw, II Memorial Act of 2017 This bill prohibits the payment of funds to a state or its political subdivisions under any program or activity administered by the Department of Homeland Security unless such state: (1) compiles statistics on each person arrested, charged, convicted of a crime, or incarcerated by such state, including the immigration status and country of origin of such persons and the crimes for which such persons were arrested, charged, convicted, or incarcerated; (2) reports such statistics monthly to the Federal Bureau of
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Sponsored by: Rep. Walter Jones
Referred To The Subcommittee On Immigration And Border Security. on 06/07/2017
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Patrick T. Carothers U.S. Marshals Service Hiring Improvement Act of 2017 [S.1124]
[Law Enforcement ]
[Public Safety ]
[National Security ]
Patrick T. Carothers U.S. Marshals Service Hiring Improvement Act of 2017
Sponsored by: Sen. Amy Klobuchar
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On The Judiciary. on 05/15/2017
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Thin Blue Line Act [S.1085]
[Crime ]
[Public Safety ]
[Criminal Justice ]
Thin Blue Line Act This bill amends the federal criminal code to expand the list of statutory aggravating factors in death penalty determinations to also include killing or targeting a law enforcement officer, firefighter, or other first responder.
Sponsored by: Sen. Mike Lee
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On The Judiciary. on 05/10/2017
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Interstate Transport Act of 2018 [S.1092]
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[Public Safety ]
[Transportation and Motor Vehicles ]
[Law Enforcement ]
Interstate Transport Act of 2018 This bill permits an individual to transport a knife for any lawful purpose between two places (e.g., states) where it is legal to possess and carry such knife. The individual must comply with specified requirements. The bill prohibits the arrest or detention of an individual for a knife violation unless there is probable cause to believe the individual failed to comply with specified requirements. An individual may assert compliance with this bill's requirements as a claim or defense in any civil or criminal action
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Sponsored by: Sen. Mike Lee
Received In The House. on 12/12/2018
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Lieutenant Osvaldo Albarati Correctional Officer Self-Protection Act of 2017 [S.1084]
[Firearms/Gun Control ]
[Crime ]
[Public Safety ]
[Criminal Justice ]
Lieutenant Osvaldo Albarati Correctional Officer Self-Protection Act of 2017 This bill amends the federal criminal code to require the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) to allow a correctional officer at a federal prison or correctional institution to: (1) store firearms on BOP premises in a secure storage area outside the security perimeter of the institution or in a vehicle lockbox, and (2) carry a concealed firearm on BOP premises outside the security perimeter of the institution.
Sponsored by: Sen. Joe Manchin
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On The Judiciary. on 05/10/2017
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Lifesaving Gear for Police Act [S.1087]
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[Public Safety ]
[Crime ]
[Military ]
[National Security ]
[Funding ]
[Grants ]
Lifesaving Gear for Police Act This bill invalidates any regulation, rule, guidance, recommendation, or policy issued after May 15, 2015, that limits the sale or donation of excess federal property to state and local law enforcement agencies unless enacted by Congress. Additionally, it prohibits the use of federal funds to implement such regulation, rule, guidance, recommendation, or policy. Property that was recalled or seized on or after May 15, 2015, must be returned, replaced, or reissued to the state or local law enforcement agency.
Sponsored by: Sen. Mike Rounds
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Homeland Security And Governmental Affairs. on 05/10/2017
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A resolution recognizing and supporting the goals and ideals of National Sexual Assault Awareness Month. [SR-159]
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[Public Health ]
[Human Services ]
[Public Safety ]
[Criminal Justice ]
[Children and Youth ]
A resolution recognizing and supporting the goals and ideals of National Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Recognizes that National Sexual Assault Awareness Month provides an opportunity for sexual violence education and sexual assault prevention, treatment, and prosecution. Calls for: (1) acknowledging survivors and commending volunteers and professionals who assist them; (2) recognizing and applauding national and community organizations and private sector supporters;
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Sponsored by: Sen. Chuck Grassley
Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (sponsor Introductory Remarks On Measure: Cr S2803; Consideration: Cr S2314; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S2802-2803) on 05/08/2017
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Promoting awareness of motorcycle profiling and encouraging collaboration and communication with the motorcycle community and law enforcement officials to prevent instances of profiling. [HR-318]
[Transportation and Motor Vehicles ]
[Law Enforcement ]
[Public Safety ]
[Crime ]
[Human Rights ]
Promoting awareness of motorcycle profiling and encouraging collaboration and communication with the motorcycle community and law enforcement officials to prevent instances of profiling. Promotes increased public awareness of motorcycle profiling. Encourages collaboration and communication with the motorcycle community and law enforcement to engage in efforts to end motorcycle profiling. Urges state law enforcement officials to include statements condemning motorcycle profiling in written policies and training materials.
Sponsored by: Rep. Andy Biggs
Referred To The Subcommittee On Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, And Investigations. on 06/02/2017
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A resolution promoting awareness of motorcycle profiling and encouraging collaboration and communication with the motorcycle community and law enforcement officials to prevent instances of profiling. [SR-154]
[Transportation and Motor Vehicles ]
[Law Enforcement ]
[Public Safety ]
[Crime ]
A resolution promoting awareness of motorcycle profiling and encouraging collaboration and communication with the motorcycle community and law enforcement officials to prevent instances of profiling. Promotes increased public awareness of motorcycle profiling. Encourages collaboration and communication with the motorcycle community and law enforcement to engage in efforts to end motorcycle profiling. Urges state law enforcement officials to include statements condemning motorcycle profiling in written policies and training materials.
Sponsored by: Sen. Angus King
Senate Committee On The Judiciary Discharged By Unanimous Consent. on 12/11/2018
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Handgun Trigger Safety Act of 2017 [HB-2380]
[Firearms/Gun Control ]
[Consumer Protection ]
[Law Enforcement ]
[Public Safety ]
[Grants ]
[Technology and Innovation ]
Handgun Trigger Safety Act of 2017 This bill authorizes the National Institute of Justice to make grants to states or local governments, nonprofit or for-profit organizations, and institutions of higher education to develop technology for personalized handguns (i.e., technology that enables only an authorized user to fire a handgun). The bill prohibits, subject to exceptions: (1) the manufacture of a handgun inside the United States that is not a personalized handgun, and (2) the distribution in commerce of a handgun that is not a personalized handgun
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Sponsored by: Rep. Raul Grijalva
Referred To The Subcommittee On The Constitution And Civil Justice. on 06/07/2017
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Emergency Financial Manager Reform Act of 2017 [HB-2325]
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[Budget and Spending ]
[Economic Development ]
Emergency Financial Manager Reform Act of 2017
Sponsored by: Rep. Barbara Lee
Introduced In House on 05/03/2017
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Therapeutic Hemp Medical Access Act of 2017 [S.1008]
[Cannabis ]
[Healthcare ]
[Pharmaceuticals ]
[Public Health ]
Therapeutic Hemp Medical Access Act of 2017 This bill amends the Controlled Substances Act (CSA): to add definitions for the terms "cannabidiol," "cannabidiol-rich plants," and "tetrahydrocannabinol concentration"; to exclude cannabidiol and cannabidiol-rich plants from the definition of marijuana; and to remove cannabidiol and cannabidiol-rich plants from coverage under the CSA. It also specifies that no provision of this bill prohibits or restricts the use, production, or distribution of marijuana in a state in which such activities are legal
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Sponsored by: Sen. Mike Lee
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On The Judiciary. on 05/02/2017
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Charlotte's Web Medical Access Act of 2017 [HB-2273]
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[Healthcare ]
[Pharmaceuticals ]
[Public Health ]
Charlotte's Web Medical Access Act of 2017 This bill amends the Controlled Substances Act (CSA): to add definitions for the terms "cannabidiol" and "cannabidiol-rich plants," to exclude cannabidiol and cannabidiol-rich plants from the definition of marijuana, and to remove cannabidiol and cannabidiol-rich plants from coverage under the CSA. The bill also removes cannabidiol and cannabidiol-rich plants from coverage under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. Finally, it specifies that no provision of this bill prohibits or restricts the use,
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Sponsored by: Rep. Raul Grijalva
Referred To The Subcommittee On Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, And Investigations. on 06/02/2017
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Protecting Religiously Affiliated Institutions Act of 2018 [S.994]
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[Crime ]
[Public Safety ]
[Real Estate ]
[Nonprofit ]
Protecting Religiously Affiliated Institutions Act of 2018 (Sec. 2) This bill amends the federal criminal code to modify an existing prohibition on intentionally obstructing, by force or threat of force, a person in the free exercise of religious beliefs. The bill specifies that, with respect to the prohibition, a threat of force includes a threat of force against religious real property. Additionally, it establishes a criminal penalty—a fine, a prison term of up to three years, or both—for a violation that results in damage or destruction to religious
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Sponsored by: Sen. Dianne Feinstein
Became Public Law No: 115-249. (txt | Pdf) on 09/28/2018
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Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act of 2017 [HB-2228]
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[Mental Health ]
[Public Health ]
[Veterans ]
[Healthcare ]
[Public Safety ]
[Criminal Justice ]
Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act of 2017 (Sec. 2) This bill directs the Department of Justice (DOJ) to report on Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs mental health practices and services that could be adopted by law enforcement agencies. Additionally, DOJ's Office of Community Oriented Policing Services must report on programs to address the psychological health and well-being of law enforcement officers. The bill amends the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to expand the allowable use of grant
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Sponsored by: Rep. Robin Kelly
Became Public Law No: 115-113. (txt | Pdf) on 01/10/2018
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EL CHAPO Act Ensuring Lawful Collection of Hidden Assets to Provide Order Act [HB-2186]
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[Criminal Justice ]
[Public Safety ]
EL CHAPO Act Ensuring Lawful Collection of Hidden Assets to Provide Order Act
Sponsored by: Rep. Steve King
Referred To The Subcommittee On Immigration And Border Security. on 05/05/2017
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Expressing support for designation of April 2017 as "Second Chance Month". [HR-281]
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[Human Services ]
[Public Safety ]
Expressing support for designation of April 2017 as "Second Chance Month". Honors the work of communities, governmental entities, nonprofit organizations, congregations, employers, and individuals to remove unnecessary legal and societal barriers that prevent an individual with a criminal record from becoming a productive member of society. Calls on the people of the United States to observe Second Chance Month through actions and programs that promote awareness of collateral consequences and provide closure for individuals who have paid their debts.
Sponsored by: Rep. Steve Russell
Introduced In House on 04/26/2017
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Expressing the sense of the United States House of Representatives that Congress and the President should empower the creation of police and community alliances designed to enhance and improve communication and collaboration between members of the law enforcement community and the public they serve. [HR-285]
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[Community Development ]
Expressing the sense of the United States House of Representatives that Congress and the President should empower the creation of police and community alliances designed to enhance and improve communication and collaboration between members of the law enforcement community and the public they serve. Expresses the sense of Congress that Congress and the President should create police and community alliances to enhance and improve communication and collaboration between the law enforcement community and the public.
Sponsored by: Rep. Steve Cohen
Mr. Goodlatte Moved To Suspend The Rules And Agree To The Resolution. on 05/15/2018
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Citizens' Right to Know Act of 2018 [HB-2152]
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[Funding ]
[Grants ]
[Law Enforcement ]
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Citizens' Right to Know Act of 2018 (Sec. 2) This bill requires a state or local government that receives funds under a Department of Justice (DOJ) grant program and uses such funds for a pretrial services program to annually report to DOJ the amount of money allocated for the pretrial services program and certain information about participating defendants. DOJ must publish the information. Additionally, DOJ must reduce the grant allocation of a state or local government that fails to comply.
Sponsored by: Rep. Mike Johnson
Received In The Senate And Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On The Judiciary. on 05/10/2018