Federally Chartered Organizations

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US Congress 117th Congress

VSO Support Act of 2022 [HB-6672] [Veterans ] [Funding ] [Grants ] [Disaster Relief ] [Public Health ]
To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to carry out a program to provide grants to certain veteran service organizations affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, and for other purposes.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Andy Harris Introduced In House on 02/09/2022

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National Center for the Advancement of Aviation Act of 2022 [HB-3482] [Transportation and Motor Vehicles ] [Aerospace ]
To establish the National Center for the Advancement of Aviation.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Henry Johnson Received In The Senate And Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Finance. on 09/29/2022

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A bill to grant a Federal charter to the National American Indian Veterans, Incorporated. [S.1725] [Veterans ] [Native American Affairs ] [Military ]
A bill to grant a Federal charter to the National American Indian Veterans, Incorporated.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Dianne Feinstein Message On Senate Action Sent To The House. on 11/25/2022

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National Center for the Advancement of Aviation Act of 2021 [S.1752] [Transportation and Motor Vehicles ] [Aerospace ] [Technology and Innovation ]
A bill to establish the National Center for Advancement of Aviation.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Ron Wyden Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Finance. on 05/20/2021

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Foundation of the Federal Bar Association Charter Amendments Act of 2021 [HB-2679] [Law Enforcement ]
To amend title 36, United States Code, to revise the Federal charter for the Foundation of the Federal Bar Association.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Jamie Raskin Received In The Senate And Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On The Judiciary. on 06/24/2021

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National Lighthouse Museum Act [HB-1839] [Arts and Culture ] [Community Development ] [Nonprofit ]
To amend title 36, United States Code, to grant a Federal charter to the National Lighthouse Museum.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Nicole Malliotakis Referred To The Subcommittee On Immigration And Citizenship. on 05/18/2021

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Justice for Black Farmers Act of 2021 [HB-1393] [Agriculture ] [Race and Civil Rights ] [Small Business ] [Human Rights ]
To address the history of discrimination against Black farmers and ranchers, to require reforms within the Department of Agriculture to prevent future discrimination, and for other purposes.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Barbara Lee Referred To The Subcommittee On The Constitution, Civil Rights, And Civil Liberties. on 04/28/2021

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Justice for Black Farmers Act of 2021 [S.300] [Agriculture ] [Race and Civil Rights ] [Law Enforcement ]
A bill to address the history of discrimination against Black farmers and ranchers, to require reforms within the Department of Agriculture to prevent future discrimination, and for other purposes.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Cory Booker Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Agriculture, Nutrition, And Forestry. on 02/08/2021

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Justice for Black Farmers Act of 2020 [S.4929] [Agriculture ] [Race and Civil Rights ] [Human Rights ]
A bill to address the history of discrimination against Black farmers and ranchers, to require reforms within the Department of Agriculture to prevent future discrimination, and for other purposes.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Cory Booker Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Finance. on 11/30/2020

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US Congress 114th Congress

A resolution recognizing the Boy Scouts of America on the 100th anniversary of the organization being granted a Federal charter and for the long history of heritage and service of the Boy Scouts of America. [SR-495] [Children and Youth ] [Community Development ]
A resolution recognizing the Boy Scouts of America on the 100th anniversary of the organization being granted a Federal charter and for the long history of heritage and service of the Boy Scouts of America. Recognizes more than 100 years of service and leadership development by the Boy Scouts of America. Encourages the continued emphasis of the Boy Scouts of America on character building, responsible citizenship, and outdoor stewardship. Applauds the Boy Scouts of America for instilling the values of the Scout Oath and the Scout Law in young people (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Lamar Alexander Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S4263; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S4303-4304) on 06/16/2016

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A bill to revoke the charter of incorporation of the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma at the request of that tribe, and for other purposes. [S.321] [Native American Affairs ]
A bill to revoke the charter of incorporation of the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma at the request of that tribe, and for other purposes. Accepts the request of the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma to revoke the charter of incorporation issued to that tribe and ratified by its members on June 1, 1940.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. James Lankford Committee On Indian Affairs. Reported By Senator Barrasso Without Amendment. With Written Report No. 114-40. on 05/11/2015

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American Red Cross Transparency Act of 2016 [S.3128] [Public Health ] [Human Services ] [Ethics ] [Nonprofit ] [Public Safety ] [Disaster Relief ]
American Red Cross Transparency Act of 2016 This bill authorizes the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to review: (1) the internal governance of the American National Red Cross (the corporation), and (2) any program or activity carried out by the corporation that is connected to national preparedness. The bill grants the GAO: (1) access to, and the right to examine and copy, all records of the corporation that the GAO determines are relevant to such review; and (2) access to, and the right to interview, any employee, volunteer, agent, or member (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Chuck Grassley Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On The Judiciary. on 07/06/2016

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National Forest Foundation Reauthorization Act of 2015 [S.1671] [Public Lands and National Parks ] [Funding ]
National Forest Foundation Reauthorization Act of 2015 This bill amends the National Forest Foundation Act to authorize the Department of Agriculture to provide for each of FY2016-FY2018 matching funds for certain administrative and project expenses incurred by the National Forest Foundation.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Michael Bennet Committee On Agriculture, Nutrition, And Forestry. Hearings Held. on 07/16/2015

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A bill to amend the charter of the Gold Star Wives of America to remove the restriction on the federally chartered corporation, and directors and officers of the corporation, attempting to influence legislation. [S.1366] [Veterans ]
A bill to amend the charter of the Gold Star Wives of America to remove the restriction on the federally chartered corporation, and directors and officers of the corporation, attempting to influence legislation. This bill amends the charter of the Gold Star Wives of America corporation to remove the prohibition on the corporation or a director or officer contributing to, supporting, or participating in any political activity or in any manner attempting to influence legislation.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Bernard Sanders Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On The Judiciary. on 05/18/2015

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Recognizing the Boy Scouts of America for its long history of service on the 100th anniversary of the day it was granted a Federal charter. [HR-785] [Children and Youth ] [Community Development ] [Education ] [Human Services ]
Recognizing the Boy Scouts of America for its long history of service on the 100th anniversary of the day it was granted a Federal charter. Recognizes the Boy Scouts of America for over 100 years of promoting community service and leadership development. Encourages the Boy Scouts of America to continue to emphasize character building, responsible citizenship, and outdoor stewardship. Applauds the Boy Scouts of America for instilling the values of the Scout Oath and the Scout Law in young Americans. Congratulates the Boy Scouts of America on the (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Joseph Kennedy Referred To The Subcommittee On Immigration And Border Security. on 07/20/2016

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Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to exclude certain organizations from the definition of earmark. [HR-409] [Budget and Spending ] [Funding ] [Grants ] [Nonprofit ] [Children and Youth ] [Education ]
Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to exclude certain organizations from the definition of earmark. Amends Rule XXI (Restrictions on Certain Bills) of the Rules of the House of Representatives to exclude from the meaning of "earmark" a provision or report language providing, authorizing, or recommending any specific amount of spending authority for a contract, loan, grant, or other expenditure with or to an entity, or targeted to an entity, that is: a non-profit corporation that is (or has any subsidiary that is) a federally chartered (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Chaka Fattah Introduced In House on 09/08/2015

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To grant a Federal charter to the National Academy of Inventors. [HB-849] [Science ] [Technology and Innovation ]
To grant a Federal charter to the National Academy of Inventors. Grants a federal charter to the National Academy of Inventors.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Kathy Castor Referred To The Subcommittee On Immigration And Border Security. on 03/16/2015

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Foundation of the Federal Bar Association Charter Amendments Act of 2016 [HB-5590] [Race and Civil Rights ] [Nonprofit ]
Foundation of the Federal Bar Association Charter Amendments Act of 2016 This bill revises the federal charter for the Foundation of the Federal Bar Association (the corporation) to remove provisions that declare the corporation to be incorporated and domiciled in the District of Columbia. Its principal office may be in any U.S. location. The procedures for membership of the National Council of the Federal Bar Association and the election of the board of directors and officers are to be as provided for in the bylaws instead of under charter requirements. (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Steve Chabot Referred To The Subcommittee On Immigration And Border Security. on 07/20/2016

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To revoke the charter of incorporation of the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma at the request of that tribe, and for other purposes. [HB-533] [Native American Affairs ]
To revoke the charter of incorporation of the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma at the request of that tribe, and for other purposes. Accepts the request of the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma to revoke the charter of incorporation issued to that tribe and ratified by its members on June 1, 1940.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Richard Nolan Became Public Law No: 114-28. (txt | Pdf) on 07/06/2015

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Aviation Innovation, Reform, and Reauthorization Act of 2016 [HB-4441] [Transportation and Motor Vehicles ] [Technology and Innovation ] [Cybersecurity ] [Drones ] [Small Business ] [Aerospace ] [Air Quality ] [Public Safety ]
Aviation Innovation, Reform, and Reauthorization Act of 2016 This bill reauthorizes the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) through FY2019 and specified FAA programs for FY2016-FY2022. The bill revises requirements for the pilot program for passenger facility charges at nonhub airports and airport improvement program. The bill establishes: the ATC Corporation as a federally-chartered, not-for-profit corporation; and an Advisory Board of the Corporation. The Department of Transportation (DOT) shall transfer to the Corporation: by a certain deadline (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Pete Sessions Committee Consideration And Mark-up Session Held. on 02/11/2016

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