Condemning fear-mongering, racism, anti-Semitism, bigotry, and violence perpetrated by hate groups. [HCR-77]
[Race and Civil Rights ]
[Human Rights ]
[Law Enforcement ]
[Public Safety ]
[Crime ]
Condemning fear-mongering, racism, anti-Semitism, bigotry, and violence perpetrated by hate groups. Condemns the role of white supremacist groups in inciting violence in Charlottesville, Virginia, and denounces the increase in fear-mongering, racism, anti-Semitism, bigotry, and violence by white supremacists, neo-Nazis, the Ku Klux Klan, and other hate groups. Offers condolences to the families of those who died in Charlottesville, and wishes quick recoveries for those injured. Urges President Trump to: (1) disavow any support he has received from
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HCR-77: Condemning fear-mongering, racism, anti-Semitism, bigotry, and violence perpetrated by hate groups.
Sponsored by: Rep. Raul Grijalva
Introduced In House on 08/15/2017
HB-3638: To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1100 Kings Road in Jacksonville, Florida, as the "Rutledge Pearson Post Office Building".
Sponsored by: Rep. Kathy Castor
Became Public Law No: 115-150. (txt | Pdf) on 03/23/2018
You have voted HB-3638: To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1100 Kings Road in Jacksonville, Florida, as the "Rutledge Pearson Post Office Building"..
You have voted SR-232: A resolution supporting the inclusion and meaningful engagement of Latinos in environmental protection and conservation efforts..
Supporting the inclusion and meaningful engagement of Latinos in environmental protection and conservation efforts. [HR-476]
[Environmental ]
[Water ]
[Public Lands and National Parks ]
[Race and Civil Rights ]
Supporting the inclusion and meaningful engagement of Latinos in environmental protection and conservation efforts. Recognizes the role of Latinos in protecting and preserving U.S. land, water, and wildlife. Supports the engagement of Latinos in environmental protection and conservation efforts.
HR-476: Supporting the inclusion and meaningful engagement of Latinos in environmental protection and conservation efforts.
Sponsored by: Rep. Raul Grijalva
Referred To The Subcommittee On Federal Lands. on 07/28/2017
Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2018 [HB-3358]
[Labor, Jobs, Employment ]
[Healthcare ]
[Medicare and Medicaid ]
[Budget and Spending ]
[Education ]
[Public Health ]
[Mental Health ]
[Children and Youth ]
[Funding ]
[Grants ]
[Human Services ]
[Pensions ]
[Pharmaceuticals ]
[Social Security ]
[Veterans ]
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, Federal Unemployment Benefits
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HB-3358: Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2018
Sponsored by: Rep. Tom Cole
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
SR-229: A resolution recognizing the contributions of the Montagnard indigenous tribespeople of the Central Highlands of Vietnam to the United States Armed Forces during the Vietnam War, and condemning the ongoing violation of human rights by the Government of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.
Sponsored by: Sen. Richard Burr
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S4138-4139) on 07/24/2017
You have voted SR-229: A resolution recognizing the contributions of the Montagnard indigenous tribespeople of the Central Highlands of Vietnam to the United States Armed Forces during the Vietnam War, and condemning the ongoing violation of human rights by the Government of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam..
Walter Scott Notification Act of 2017 [S.1610]
[Crime ]
[Public Safety ]
[Criminal Justice ]
[Funding ]
[Grants ]
[Race and Civil Rights ]
Walter Scott Notification Act of 2017 This bill requires a state that receives funding under the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) program to report certain data on deadly shootings by law enforcement officers. It reduces by 10% the JAG allocation of a state that fails to comply. Additionally, the bill amends the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to modify requirements under the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) program. During the four-year period following enactment, the Department of Justice (DOJ)
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S.1610: Walter Scott Notification Act of 2017
Sponsored by: Sen. Chuck Grassley
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On The Judiciary. on 07/20/2017
Maya Angelou Congressional Gold Medal Act [HB-3334]
[Arts and Culture ]
[Race and Civil Rights ]
Maya Angelou Congressional Gold Medal Act This bill directs the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate to arrange for the posthumous presentation of a Congressional Gold Medal in commemoration of Maya Angelou in recognition of her achievements and contributions to American culture and the civil rights movement. The bill requires the medal to be given to the Smithsonian Institution. The bill expresses the sense of Congress that the Smithsonian Institution make it available for display, particularly at
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HB-3334: Maya Angelou Congressional Gold Medal Act
Sponsored by: Rep. Barbara Lee
Introduced In House on 07/20/2017
Frederick Douglass Bicentennial Commission Act [S.1582]
[Arts and Culture ]
[Human Rights ]
Frederick Douglass Bicentennial Commission Act This bill establishes the Frederick Douglass Bicentennial Commission to: (1) plan, develop, and carry out programs and activities to honor Frederick Douglass for the bicentennial anniversary of his birth; and (2) recommend the federal government entities appropriate to carry out such programs and activities. Not later than August 1, 2018, the commission must recommend appropriate activities to Congress. A final report detailing commission activities and expenditures must be submitted not later than
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S.1582: Frederick Douglass Bicentennial Commission Act
Sponsored by: Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On The Judiciary. (sponsor Introductory Remarks On Measure: Cr S4083) on 07/19/2017
Condemning violence against religious minorities in the People's Republic of China and any actions that limit the free expression and practice of faith by these minorities. [HR-434]
[Human Rights ]
[International ]
[Religion ]
Condemning violence against religious minorities in the People's Republic of China and any actions that limit the free expression and practice of faith by these minorities. Condemns violence against religious minorities in the People's Republic of China and any actions that limit their free expression and practice of faith. Reaffirms the U.S. commitment to promoting religious freedom and tolerance around the world and helping to provide protection and relief to religious minorities facing persecution and violence. Calls on the Chinese government
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HR-434: Condemning violence against religious minorities in the People's Republic of China and any actions that limit the free expression and practice of faith by these minorities.
Sponsored by: Rep. Steve King
Referred To The Subcommittee On Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights And International Organizations. on 09/05/2017
You have voted HR-434: Condemning violence against religious minorities in the People's Republic of China and any actions that limit the free expression and practice of faith by these minorities..
SR-214: A resolution designating June 19, 2017, as "Juneteenth Independence Day" in recognition of June 19, 1865, the date on which slavery legally came to an end in the United States.
Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey
Senate Committee On The Judiciary Discharged By Unanimous Consent. on 08/01/2017
You have voted SR-214: A resolution designating June 19, 2017, as "Juneteenth Independence Day" in recognition of June 19, 1865, the date on which slavery legally came to an end in the United States..
Energy and Natural Resources Act of 2017 [S.1460]
[Energy ]
[Cybersecurity ]
[Infrastructure ]
[Public Lands and National Parks ]
[Water ]
[Climate Change ]
[Manufacturing ]
[Native American Affairs ]
[Science ]
[Technology and Innovation ]
[Transportation and Motor Vehicles ]
[Environmental ]
[Recreation ]
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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S.1460: Energy and Natural Resources Act of 2017
Sponsored by: Sen. Lisa Murkowski
Committee On Energy And Natural Resources. Hearings Held. on 09/19/2017
Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park Act of 2018 [S.1459]
[Public Lands and National Parks ]
[Arts and Culture ]
[Military ]
[Recreation ]
[Tourism ]
[Veterans ]
Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park Act of 2018 This bill establishes the Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Park in South Carolina for the preservation and interpretation of the nationally significant historical values and cultural resources associated with Fort Sumter, Fort Moultrie, and Sullivan's Island Life Saving Station Historic District. The Department of the Interior shall arrange for the interpretation of historical events and activities that occurred in the vicinity of Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie, including: the
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S.1459: Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park Act of 2018
Sponsored by: Sen. Lindsey Graham
Committee On Energy And Natural Resources. Reported By Senator Murkowski With An Amendment In The Nature Of A Substitute And An Amendment To The Title. With Written Report No. 115-295. on 07/11/2018
Patsy T. Mink Gender Equity in Education Act of 2017 [S.1421]
[Education ]
[Race and Civil Rights ]
[Human Rights ]
[Funding ]
[Grants ]
[Children and Youth ]
Patsy T. Mink Gender Equity in Education Act of 2017 This bill requires the Department of Education (ED) to establish an Office for Gender Equity to support state and local educational agencies, institutions of higher education, and elementary and secondary schools in fully implementing title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in federally funded education programs or activities. The office may provide grants and perform activities to reduce or prevent discrimination, bias, harassment, or violence
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S.1421: Patsy T. Mink Gender Equity in Education Act of 2017
Sponsored by: Sen. Edward Markey
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Health, Education, Labor, And Pensions. on 06/22/2017
Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2017 [S.1419]
[Voting Rights ]
[Elections ]
[Native American Affairs ]
[Race and Civil Rights ]
Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2017 This bill amends the Voting Rights Act of 1965 to allow a representative official of an Indian tribe, with authorization from the governing body of the tribe, to request one or more polling places to be located on tribal lands. The state or political subdivision shall provide each requested polling place at no expense to the Indian tribe if certain criteria are met. A federal court shall retain jurisdiction to enforce constitutional voting guarantees, but also certain violations of the Act as well as of any
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S.1419: Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2017
Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On The Judiciary. on 06/22/2017
Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2017 [HB-2978]
[Voting Rights ]
[Elections ]
[Native American Affairs ]
[Race and Civil Rights ]
Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2017 This bill amends the Voting Rights Act of 1965 to allow a representative official of an Indian tribe, with authorization from the governing body of the tribe, to request one or more polling places to be located on tribal lands. The state or political subdivision shall provide each requested polling place at no expense to the Indian tribe if certain criteria are met. A federal court shall retain jurisdiction to enforce constitutional voting guarantees, but also certain violations of the Act as well as of any
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HB-2978: Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2017
Sponsored by: Rep. Sean Maloney
Sponsor Introductory Remarks On Measure. (cr E999-1000) on 07/17/2017