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Extreme Risk Protection Order and Violence Prevention Act of 2018 [S.2607]
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[Crime ]
[Public Safety ]
[Law Enforcement ]
Extreme Risk Protection Order and Violence Prevention Act of 2018
Sponsored by: Sen. Jack Reed
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On The Judiciary. on 03/22/2018
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School and Student Safety Act of 2018 [HB-5427]
[Education ]
[Public Safety ]
[Children and Youth ]
School and Student Safety Act of 2018
Sponsored by: Rep. Robert Latta
Referred To The Subcommittee On Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, And Investigations. on 04/30/2018
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GEDI Act Gestational Diabetes Act of 2018 [HB-5423]
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[Public Health ]
GEDI Act Gestational Diabetes Act of 2018
Sponsored by: Rep. Raul Grijalva
Introduced In House on 04/02/2018
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SOS Campus Act Survivor Outreach and Support Campus Act [HB-3734]
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[Public Safety ]
[Children and Youth ]
[Human Services ]
[Crime ]
SOS Campus Act Survivor Outreach and Support Campus Act
Sponsored by: Rep. Barbara Lee
Introduced In House on 09/11/2017
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Rural Veterans Travel Enhancement Act of 2017 [HB-3720]
[Veterans ]
[Healthcare ]
[Transportation and Motor Vehicles ]
[Mental Health ]
[Public Health ]
Rural Veterans Travel Enhancement Act of 2017 This bill requires Vet Centers (centers for readjustment counseling and related mental health services for veterans) to be treated as Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) facilities for purposes of payment of medical-related expenses or allowances for travel to or from a VA facility. The bill makes permanent VA authority to transport individuals to and from VA facilities in connection with vocational rehabilitation or counseling or for examination, treatment, or care. The Caregivers and Veterans Omnibus
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Sponsored by: Rep. Al Lawson
Introduced In House on 09/08/2017
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Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2018 [S.1771]
[Labor, Jobs, Employment ]
[Healthcare ]
[Medicare and Medicaid ]
[Budget and Spending ]
[Education ]
[Human Services ]
[Funding ]
[Grants ]
[Public Health ]
[Children and Youth ]
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Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2018 Provides FY2018 appropriations for the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and several related agencies. TITLE I--DEPARTMENT OF LABOR Department of Labor Appropriations Act, 2018 Provides FY2018 appropriations for agencies and programs within the Department of Labor. Provides appropriations to the Employment and Training Administration for: Training and Employment Services, the Job Corps, Community Service Employment
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Sponsored by: Sen. Roy Blunt
Committee On Appropriations Senate Subcommittee On Departments Of Labor, Health And Human Services, And Education, And Related Agencies. Hearings Held. With Printed Hearing: S.hrg. 115-277. on 12/05/2017
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Rural Veterans Travel Enhancement Act of 2017 [S.1775]
[Veterans ]
[Healthcare ]
[Transportation and Motor Vehicles ]
[Mental Health ]
[Public Health ]
Rural Veterans Travel Enhancement Act of 2017 This bill requires Vet Centers (centers for readjustment counseling and related mental health services for veterans) to be treated as Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) facilities for purposes of payment of medical-related expenses or allowances for travel to or from a VA facility. The bill makes permanent VA authority to transport individuals to and from VA facilities in connection with vocational rehabilitation or counseling or for examination, treatment, or care. The Caregivers and Veterans Omnibus
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Sponsored by: Sen. Patty Murray
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Veterans' Affairs. on 09/07/2017
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Fort McClellan Health Registry Act [HB-3666]
[Veterans ]
[Healthcare ]
[Public Health ]
[Military ]
Fort McClellan Health Registry Act This bill directs the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to establish and maintain a special record to be known as the Fort McClellan Health Registry containing the name of each individual who, while serving in the Armed Forces, was stationed at Fort McClellan, Alabama, during the period beginning on January 1, 1935, and ending on May 20, 1999, and who: (1) applies for care or services from the VA; (2) files a claim for compensation on the basis of any disability which may be associated with such service; (3)
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Sponsored by: Rep. Raul Grijalva
Introduced In House on 08/25/2017
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Urging the Vice President and the Cabinet to fulfill their duties pursuant to Section 4 of the 25th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. [HR-497]
[Elections ]
[Ethics ]
Urging the Vice President and the Cabinet to fulfill their duties pursuant to Section 4 of the 25th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.
Sponsored by: Rep. Steve Cohen
Introduced In House on 08/18/2017
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SAFER Act of 2017 Sexual Assault Forensic Evidence Reporting Act of 2017 [HB-3541]
[Crime ]
[Healthcare ]
[Public Health ]
[Criminal Justice ]
[Science ]
SAFER Act of 2017 Sexual Assault Forensic Evidence Reporting Act of 2017 This bill amends the Innocence Protection Act of 2004 to modify requirements with respect establishing and implementing best practices for evidence retention. The bill amends the DNA Sexual Assault Justice Act of 2004 to require the Department of Justice (DOJ), in providing information about the role of forensic nurses to certain health-related entities, to provide information about the role of both adult and pediatric forensic nurses. DOJ must also provide additional information
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Sponsored by: Rep. Ted Poe
Introduced In House on 07/28/2017
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Youth Access to Sexual Health Services Act of 2017 [HB-3559]
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[Reproductive Rights / Abortion ]
[Public Health ]
[Children and Youth ]
[Education ]
[Grants ]
[Funding ]
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Youth Access to Sexual Health Services Act of 2017 This bill authorizes the Department of Health and Human Services to award grants to support the access of marginalized youth to sexual health services such as sexual health education and contraception. Marginalized youth are disadvantaged individuals under the age of 26. Grants may be awarded to state or local health or education agencies, public schools, nonprofit organizations, hospitals, Indian tribes, and tribal organizations. Grants may be used to: (1) provide sexual health information to marginalized
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Sponsored by: Rep. Janice Schakowsky
Referred To The Subcommittee On Health. on 08/04/2017
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Improve Access to Care for Our Female Veterans Act [HB-3558]
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[Veterans ]
[Public Health ]
Improve Access to Care for Our Female Veterans Act This bill instructs the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to strengthen the environment and oversight of the care inspections process by: expanding the list of requirements that facility staff inspect for compliance with the women's health handbook of the Veterans Health Administration (VHA), ensuring that all patient care areas of VA medical facilities are inspected as required, clarifying the roles and responsibilities of VA medical facility staff responsible for identifying and addressing compliance,
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Sponsored by: Rep. James McGovern
Introduced In House on 07/28/2017
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Recognizing the seriousness of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and expressing support for the designation of the month of September 2017 as "PCOS Awareness Month". [HR-495]
[Healthcare ]
[Public Health ]
Recognizing the seriousness of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and expressing support for the designation of the month of September 2017 as "PCOS Awareness Month". Expresses support for the goals and ideals of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Awareness Month. (PCOS is caused by a hormone imbalance. Symptoms can include infertility, weight gain, excess hair growth, and acne.) Recognizes the need for further research, improved treatment and care options, and a cure for PCOS. Acknowledges the struggles affecting all women and girls afflicted with
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Sponsored by: Rep. Raul Grijalva
Referred To The Subcommittee On Health. on 08/04/2017
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Youth Access to Sexual Health Services Act of 2017 [S.1650]
[Healthcare ]
[Reproductive Rights / Abortion ]
[Public Health ]
[Children and Youth ]
[Education ]
[Grants ]
[Funding ]
[Human Services ]
Youth Access to Sexual Health Services Act of 2017 This bill authorizes the Department of Health and Human Services to award grants to support the access of marginalized youth to sexual health services such as sexual health education and contraception. Marginalized youth are disadvantaged individuals under the age of 26. Grants may be awarded to state or local health or education agencies, public schools, nonprofit organizations, hospitals, Indian tribes, and tribal organizations. Grants may be used to: (1) provide sexual health information to marginalized
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Sponsored by: Sen. Cory Booker
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Health, Education, Labor, And Pensions. on 07/27/2017
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Megan Rondini Act [HB-3415]
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[Medicare and Medicaid ]
[Social Security ]
[Public Health ]
[Crime ]
Megan Rondini Act This bill amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to require the Department of Health and Human Services to designate a hospital as a "SAFE-ready facility" if the hospital: (1) employs or contracts with a sexual-assault forensic examiner, or (2) uses a telemedicine system of such examiners. Subject to civil penalties, and as a condition of participation in the Medicare program, a hospital that has an emergency department but is not designated as a SAFE-ready facility must meet certain requirements. Specifically,
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Sponsored by: Rep. Ted Poe
Referred To The Subcommittee On Health. on 07/28/2017
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Medicare Hearing Aid Coverage Act of 2017 [HB-3426]
[Healthcare ]
[Medicare and Medicaid ]
[Senior Citizens ]
Medicare Hearing Aid Coverage Act of 2017 This bill amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to allow Medicare coverage of hearing aids and related examinations. The Government Accountability Office must study programs that provide assistance for hearing aids and related examinations for individuals with hearing loss.
Sponsored by: Rep. Janice Schakowsky
Referred To The Subcommittee On Health. on 07/28/2017
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Dream Act of 2017 [HB-3440]
[Immigration ]
[Education ]
[Human Rights ]
[Children and Youth ]
Dream Act of 2017 This bill directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to cancel removal and grant lawful permanent resident status on a conditional basis to an alien who is inadmissible or deportable or is in temporary protected status who: (1) has been continuously physically present in the United States for four years preceding this bill's enactment; (2) was younger than 18 years of age on the initial date of U.S. entry; (3) is not inadmissible on criminal, security, terrorism, or other grounds; (4) has not participated in persecution;
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Sponsored by: Rep. Sean Maloney
Referred To The Subcommittee On Immigration And Border Security. on 09/06/2017
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Interior and Environment, Agriculture and Rural Development, Commerce, Justice, Science, Financial Services and General Government, Homeland Security, Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, State and Foreign Operations, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, Defense, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Legislative Branch, and Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act, 2018 Make America Secure and Prosperous Appropriations Act, 2018 [HB-3354]
[Agriculture ]
[Environmental ]
[Finance ]
[Energy ]
[Healthcare ]
[Housing ]
[Labor, Jobs, Employment ]
[Medicare and Medicaid ]
[Taxes ]
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[Animals ]
[Water ]
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[Construction ]
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[Science ]
[Community Development ]
[Food ]
[Senior Citizens ]
[Education ]
[Veterans ]
[Cybersecurity ]
[Artificial Intelligence ]
[Climate Change ]
[Public Health ]
[Manufacturing ]
[Mental Health ]
[Tourism ]
[Workers' Compensation ]
[Children and Youth ]
[Criminal Justice ]
[Data Privacy ]
[Disabilities ]
[Disaster Relief ]
[Economic Development ]
[Elections ]
[Ethics ]
[Funding ]
[Grants ]
[Human Rights ]
[Human Services ]
[Inflation ]
[Investments ]
[Law Enforcement ]
[Libraries ]
[Military ]
[Mining ]
[Unemployment ]
[National Security ]
[Native American Affairs ]
[Nonprofit ]
[Overdose Prevention ]
[Pensions ]
[Pharmaceuticals ]
[Poverty ]
[Property Tax ]
[Public Safety ]
[Recreation ]
[Retirement ]
[Crime ]
Interior and Environment, Agriculture and Rural Development, Commerce, Justice, Science, Financial Services and General Government, Homeland Security, Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, State and Foreign Operations, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, Defense, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Legislative Branch, and Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act, 2018 Make America Secure and Prosperous Appropriations Act, 2018 DIVISION A--DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR, ENVIRONMENT, AND RELATED AGENCIES APPROPRIATIONS
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Sponsored by: Rep. Ken Calvert
Read The Second Time. Placed On Senate Legislative Calendar Under General Orders. Calendar No. 230. on 09/27/2017
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Dream Act of 2017 [S.1615]
[Immigration ]
[Education ]
[Human Rights ]
[Children and Youth ]
Dream Act of 2017 This bill directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to cancel removal and grant lawful permanent resident status on a conditional basis to an alien who is inadmissible or deportable or is in temporary protected status who: (1) has been continuously physically present in the United States for four years preceding this bill's enactment; (2) was younger than 18 years of age on the initial date of U.S. entry; (3) is not inadmissible on criminal, security, terrorism, or other grounds; (4) has not participated in persecution;
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Sponsored by: Sen. Dianne Feinstein
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On The Judiciary. on 07/20/2017
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Supporting the goals and ideals of National Clinicians HIV/AIDS Testing and Awareness Day, and for other purposes. [HR-463]
[Healthcare ]
[Public Health ]
Supporting the goals and ideals of National Clinicians HIV/AIDS Testing and Awareness Day, and for other purposes. Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Clinicians HIV/AIDS Testing and Awareness Day. Encourages: (1) clinicians to become actively involved in HIV/AIDS awareness, testing, treatment, and referral services; (2) the media to observe this day by educating clinicians about the important role they play in providing access to HIV/AIDS services and by educating clinicians and the public about the benefits of HIV testing; and
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Sponsored by: Rep. Barbara Lee
Introduced In House on 07/20/2017