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Calling upon the President to exercise relevant mandatory sanctions authorities under the Countering America's Adversaries Through Sanctions Act in response to the Government of the Russian Federation's continued aggression in Ukraine and forcible and illegal annexation of Crimea and assault on democratic institutions around the world, including through cyber attacks. [HR-749]
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Calling upon the President to exercise relevant mandatory sanctions authorities under the Countering America's Adversaries Through Sanctions Act in response to the Government of the Russian Federation's continued aggression in Ukraine and forcible and illegal annexation of Crimea and assault on democratic institutions around the world, including through cyber attacks. Calls for: (1) the President, the Department of the Treasury, and the Department of State to impose sanctions with respect to activities of the Russian Federation undermining cybersecurity,
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Sponsored by: Rep. Gerald Connolly
Introduced In House on 02/26/2018
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Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission relating to "Restoring Internet Freedom". [HJR-129]
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Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission relating to "Restoring Internet Freedom". This joint resolution nullifies the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission entitled "Restoring Internet Freedom." The rule published on February 22, 2018: (1) restores the classification of broadband Internet access service as a lightly-regulated "information service"; (2) reinstates private mobile service classification of mobile broadband
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Sponsored by: Rep. Sean Maloney
Referred To The Subcommittee On Communications And Technology. on 03/02/2018
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A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission relating to "Restoring Internet Freedom". [SJR-52]
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A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission relating to "Restoring Internet Freedom". This joint resolution nullifies the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission entitled "Restoring Internet Freedom." The rule published on February 22, 2018: (1) restores the classification of broadband Internet access service as a lightly-regulated "information service"; (2) reinstates private mobile service classification
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Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey
Motion To Proceed To Consideration Of Measure Made In Senate. (cr S2698) on 05/16/2018
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Protecting Communities and Preserving the Second Amendment Act of 2018 [S.2502]
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Protecting Communities and Preserving the Second Amendment Act of 2018
Sponsored by: Sen. Chuck Grassley
Committee On The Judiciary. Hearings Held. on 03/14/2018
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Northern Border Regional Commission Reauthorization Act of 2018 [S.2508]
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[Energy ]
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Northern Border Regional Commission Reauthorization Act of 2018 This bill reauthorizes through FY2023 each of the Southeast Crescent Regional Commission, the Southwest Border Regional Commission, and the Northern Border Regional Commission. The bill revises the process for determining the share of the commissions' administrative expenses payable by each state. A commission may make economic and infrastructure development grants to states and local governments, Indian tribes, and public nonprofit organizations for projects to grow the capacity for
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Sponsored by: Sen. Susan Collins
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Environment And Public Works. on 03/07/2018
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Iran Human Rights and Hostage-Taking Accountability Act [HB-4744]
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Iran Human Rights and Hostage-Taking Accountability Act This bill directs the President to identify and impose sanctions against senior members of the government of Iran and other persons who are responsible for or complicit in committing serious human rights violations, or engaging in censorship, the diversion of goods intended for the people of Iran, or public corruption. The President shall identify and impose U.S. entry and financial sanctions against persons who are responsible for or complicit in the politically-motivated intimidation, detention,
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Sponsored by: Rep. Ted Poe
Received In The Senate And Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 05/07/2018
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21st Century IRS Act [HB-5445]
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21st Century IRS Act This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to establish requirements for the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regarding cybersecurity, the protection of taxpayer identities, information technology, and electronic systems. With respect to cybersecurity and identity protection, the bill: requires the IRS to work with the public and private sectors to protect taxpayers from identity theft refund fraud, requires the Electronic Tax Administration Advisory Committee to make recommendations to prevent identity theft and refund fraud,
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Sponsored by: Rep. John Lewis
Debate - The House Proceeded With One Hour Of Debate On H.r. 5445. on 04/18/2018
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SAFE KIDS Act Safeguarding American Families from Exposure by Keeping Information and Data Secure Act [S.2640]
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SAFE KIDS Act Safeguarding American Families from Exposure by Keeping Information and Data Secure Act This bill prohibits an operator of a school's website from using personally identifiable information or material it acquired because of use of the site in order to target advertising to students from early childhood education through secondary school, or their parents, based on information obtained or inferred from students' online behavior, use of online applications, or such personally identifiable information. The bill exempts online advertisements
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Sponsored by: Sen. Richard Blumenthal
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Commerce, Science, And Transportation. (sponsor Introductory Remarks On Measure: Cr S2042) on 04/10/2018
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A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the Marketplace Fairness Act of 2017 would harm the economy of the United States and place an undue burden on small businesses and multiple States across the United States. [SR-433]
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A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the Marketplace Fairness Act of 2017 would harm the economy of the United States and place an undue burden on small businesses and multiple States across the United States. Declares that the enactment of the Marketplace Fairness Act of 2017 (S. 976) would harm the U.S. economy, place burdensome and bureaucratic policies on small businesses and entrepreneurs, and provide no economic benefit to states that do not have sales taxes or to small businesses in those states.
Sponsored by: Sen. Ron Wyden
Referred To The Committee On Finance. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S1688) on 03/13/2018
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STRESS Act Stemming the Tide of Rural Economic Stress and Suicide Act [HB-5259]
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STRESS Act Stemming the Tide of Rural Economic Stress and Suicide Act This bill amends the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008 to reauthorize through FY2023 and modify the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network, which is a Department of Agriculture (USDA) program to provide grants for programs that provide mental health services to individuals engaged in farming, ranching, and other agriculture-related occupations. The bill also sets forth requirements for USDA to review and evaluate the stress assistance programs carried out using the
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Sponsored by: Rep. David Scott
Referred To The Subcommittee On Biotechnology, Horticulture, And Research. on 03/28/2018
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Treating Barriers to Prosperity Act of 2018 [HB-5294]
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Treating Barriers to Prosperity Act of 2018 This bill allows the Appalachian Regional Commission to support projects and activities addressing drug abuse, including opioid abuse. Such projects and activities may include those that: facilitate the sharing of best practices among states, counties, and other experts in the region with respect to reducing drug abuse; initiate or expand programs designed to eliminate or reduce the harm to the workforce and economic growth of the region that results from drug abuse; attract and retain relevant health
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Sponsored by: Rep. Dina Titus
Received In The Senate And Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Environment And Public Works. on 06/14/2018
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Honest Ads Act [S.1989]
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Honest Ads Act
Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey
Committee On The Judiciary Subcommittee On Crime And Terrorism. Hearings Held. on 06/26/2018
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Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act [S.2155]
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Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act TITLE I--IMPROVING CONSUMER ACCESS TO MORTGAGE CREDIT (Sec. 101) This bill amends the Truth in Lending Act (TILA) to allow a depository institution or credit union with assets below a specified threshold to forgo certain ability-to-pay requirements regarding residential mortgage loans. Specifically, those requirements are waived if a loan: (1) is originated by and retained by the institution, (2) complies with requirements regarding prepayment penalties and points and fees, and (3)
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Sponsored by: Sen. Angus King
Became Public Law No: 115-174. on 05/24/2018
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A resolution condemning the Government of Iran for its violence against demonstrators and calling for peaceful resolution to the concerns of the citizens of Iran. [SR-367]
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A resolution condemning the Government of Iran for its violence against demonstrators and calling for peaceful resolution to the concerns of the citizens of Iran. Condemns the government of Iran for: (1) funding terrorist organizations and activities; (2) oppression of its citizens; and (3) suppression of communication through interference with internet applications such as Instagram, Facebook, Telegram, and Twitter. Reaffirms: (1) the U.S. commitment to promoting the freedoms of speech and assembly as universal rights, and (2) U.S. support for
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Sponsored by: Sen. Mike Lee
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S47) on 01/04/2018
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SAFE Lending Act of 2018 Stopping Abuse and Fraud in Electronic Lending Act of 2018 [S.2417]
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SAFE Lending Act of 2018 Stopping Abuse and Fraud in Electronic Lending Act of 2018 This bill amends the Electronic Fund Transfer Act and the Truth in Lending Act. The bill revises requirements related to consumer financial protection and small-dollar lending, including matters concerning remotely created checks, electronic fund transfers, registration of small-dollar lenders, overdraft fees, and the collection of personal information.
Sponsored by: Sen. Dianne Feinstein
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Banking, Housing, And Urban Affairs. on 02/13/2018
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SAFE Lending Act of 2018 Stopping Abuse and Fraud in Electronic Lending Act of 2018 [HB-4999]
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SAFE Lending Act of 2018 Stopping Abuse and Fraud in Electronic Lending Act of 2018 This bill amends the Electronic Fund Transfer Act and the Truth in Lending Act. The bill revises requirements related to consumer financial protection and small-dollar lending, including matters concerning remotely created checks, electronic fund transfers, registration of small-dollar lenders, overdraft fees, and the collection of personal information.
Sponsored by: Rep. Raul Grijalva
Introduced In House on 02/13/2018
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Creating An Online Platform For Instant 1099 Submissions Act [HB-5377]
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Creating An Online Platform For Instant 1099 Submissions Act This bill directs the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to provide taxpayers with online access to IRS resources and guidance that will allow them to: (1) prepare and file Forms 1099, (2) prepare Forms 1099 for distribution to recipients other than the IRS, and (3) create and maintain necessary taxpayer records. The IRS must ensure that the online services required by this bill: (1) are a supplement to, and not a replacement for, other services provided to taxpayers by the IRS; and (2) comply
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Sponsored by: Rep. Mike Bishop
Introduced In House on 03/21/2018
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Ammunition Background Check Act of 2018 [HB-5383]
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Ammunition Background Check Act of 2018
Sponsored by: Rep. James Langevin
Referred To The Subcommittee On Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, And Investigations. on 04/30/2018
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Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission relating to "Restoring Internet Freedom". [HJR-131]
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Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission relating to "Restoring Internet Freedom". This joint resolution nullifies the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission entitled "Restoring Internet Freedom." The rule published on February 22, 2018: (1) restores the classification of broadband Internet access service as a lightly-regulated "information service"; (2) reinstates private mobile service classification of mobile broadband
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Sponsored by: Rep. Michael Doyle
Referred To The Subcommittee On Communications And Technology. on 03/30/2018
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Social Media Use in Clearance Investigations Act of 2017 [HB-3737]
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Social Media Use in Clearance Investigations Act of 2017 (Sec. 2) This bill directs the Office of Management and Budget to report on the examination of social media activity during security clearance investigations.
Sponsored by: Rep. Ron DeSantis
Received In The Senate And Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Homeland Security And Governmental Affairs. on 03/07/2018