Sen. Michael Bennet

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Party Democrat
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Bills Introduced 221

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US Congress 115th Congress

A concurrent resolution clarifying any potential misunderstanding as to whether actions taken by President Donald J. Trump constitute a violation of the Emoluments Clause, and calling on President Trump to divest his interest in, and sever his relationship to, the Trump Organization. [SCR-8]
A concurrent resolution clarifying any potential misunderstanding as to whether actions taken by President Donald J. Trump constitute a violation of the Emoluments Clause, and calling on President Trump to divest his interest in, and sever his relationship to, the Trump Organization. Finds that the promised actions outlined by President Trump at his January 11, 2017, press conference are inadequate and insufficient to ensure compliance with the Emoluments Clause of the Constitution. Calls upon President Trump to: (1) follow the precedent established (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey Referred To The Committee On Homeland Security And Governmental Affairs. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S1584) on 03/02/2017

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A resolution recognizing the 196th anniversary of the independence of Greece and celebrating democracy in Greece and the United States. [SR-81]
A resolution recognizing the 196th anniversary of the independence of Greece and celebrating democracy in Greece and the United States. Congratulates the people of Greece as they celebrate the 196th anniversary of the independence of Greece. Supports the principles of democratic governance to which the people of Greece are committed. Notes Greece's important role in the wider European region and in the community of nations since gaining its independence 196 years ago.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey Senate Committee On Foreign Relations Discharged By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S1897) on 03/21/2017

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Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act of 2017 [S.548]
Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act of 2017 This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code, with respect to the low-income housing credit, to rename the credit "the affordable housing credit" and make several modifications to the credit. The bill increases state allocations for the credit and modifies the cost-of-living adjustments. It also revises tenant eligibility requirements, with respect to: the average income test, income eligibility for rural projects, increased tenant income, student occupancy rules, and tenant voucher payments that are (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Finance. on 03/07/2017

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American Soda Ash Competitiveness Act [S.546]
American Soda Ash Competitiveness Act This bill sets at 2%, for a five-year period, the royalty rate on the quantity or gross value of the output of sodium compounds and related products at the point of shipment to market from federal land.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Energy And Natural Resources. on 03/07/2017

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A bill to amend the Veterans Access, Choice, and Accountability Act of 2014 to modify the termination date for the Veterans Choice Program, and for other purposes. [S.544]
A bill to amend the Veterans Access, Choice, and Accountability Act of 2014 to modify the termination date for the Veterans Choice Program, and for other purposes. (Sec. 1) This bill amends the Veterans Access, Choice, and Accountability Act of 2014 to eliminate the August 7, 2017, sunset date for the Veterans Choice Program, thus allowing the program to operate until all of the money in the Veterans Choice Fund is expended. (Sec. 2) The bill makes the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) the primary payer (currently the VA is the secondary payer) (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. John McCain Signed By President. on 04/19/2017

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Performance Accountability and Contractor Transparency Act of 2017 [S.543]
Performance Accountability and Contractor Transparency Act of 2017 This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to ensure that each VA contract for services includes: measurable metrics on the cost, schedule, and fulfillment of contract requirements; a plan of action and milestones for the provision of the service, including a description of the resources the provider will assign to provide the service; safeguards, including authority to levy financial penalties, to ensure that the service provided meets a minimum threshold of quality; (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Richard Blumenthal Committee On Veterans' Affairs. Hearings Held. on 05/17/2017

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Land and Water Conservation Authorization and Funding Act [S.569]
Land and Water Conservation Authorization and Funding Act This bill amends the Land and Water Conservation Fund Act of 1965 to make permanent the authorization for the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF). Funds deposited into the LWCF may be spent without being subject to the appropriations process. These funds are in addition to amounts made available by the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act of 2006 or otherwise appropriated from the LWCF. The President shall submit to Congress specified details regarding the allocation of funds provided by (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey By Senator Murkowski From Committee On Energy And Natural Resources Filed Written Report. Report No. 115-428. on 12/11/2018

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Military and Veteran Caregiver Services Improvement Act of 2017 [S.591]
Military and Veteran Caregiver Services Improvement Act of 2017 This bill expands eligibility for the family caregiver program of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to include members of the Armed Forces or veterans who are seriously injured or who became ill on active duty prior to September 11, 2001 (currently, limited to service after September 11, 2001). Services to caregivers of veterans under such program are expanded to include child care services, financial planning services, and legal services. The bill terminates the support program (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey Special Committee On Aging. Hearings Held. on 06/14/2017

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A bill for the relief of Jeanette Vizguerra-Ramirez. [S.603]
A bill for the relief of Jeanette Vizguerra-Ramirez. Provides for the relief of Jeanette Vizguerra-Ramirez.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Michael Bennet Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On The Judiciary. on 03/09/2017

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A resolution recognizing the contributions of AmeriCorps members and alumni to the lives of the people of the United States. [SR-86]
A resolution recognizing the contributions of AmeriCorps members and alumni to the lives of the people of the United States. Encourages the people of the United States to join in a national effort to salute AmeriCorps members and alumni and raise awareness about the importance of national and community service. Acknowledges the accomplishments of AmeriCorps members, alumni, and community partners and recognizes the important contributions made by members and alumni to the lives of the people of the United States. Encourages individuals of all ages (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S1751; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S1750) on 03/09/2017

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