Bill Summary: H. R. 1806

This bill proposes an amendment to the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow the deduction of expenses for race horses. This means that taxpayers can choose to treat the cost of a race horse as an expense, rather than a capital asset. The cost of the race horse can then be deducted for the taxable year in which the horse is put into service.

Homeland Production Security Act (HOPS Act) - H.R. 1811

This bill aims to restrict the Department of Homeland Security from using funds to purchase uniforms that are not made in the United States. This means that the department cannot buy uniforms from foreign manufacturers. The bill also includes other related provisions.

Sponsored by Mr. Taylor and Mr. Correa, the bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security on March 30, 2017.

House Resolution 256

Date: July 11, 2018

This bill reaffirms the United States' commitment to supporting countries that were once part of the Soviet Union and the communist bloc in their efforts towards independence, democracy, and integration into European and Euro-Atlantic institutions like NATO.

It condemns Russia's actions that violate international agreements and pledges to maintain sanctions until certain conditions are met. The bill also calls for increased support for Central and Eastern European countries, encourages defense spending in line with NATO guidelines, and recognizes the contributions of countries in the region to peacekeeping efforts.

The bill emphasizes the importance of democratic aspirations, electoral security, and continued investment in defense. It also honors the sacrifices made by those who have served under NATO and calls for ongoing support to the European Deterrence Initiative.

Signed by the Clerk of the House of Representatives.

Mining Schools Enhancement Act

This bill aims to amend the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 in order to improve and support mining and mineral engineering programs in the United States by providing funding for activities at mining schools. The bill specifies that a certain percentage of funds allocated under this act must be used to support these programs, with a focus on enhancing technologies and practices related to mining, mineral extraction, reclamation, and resource development. It also defines a "mining school" as an accredited mining, metallurgical, or mineral engineering program at an institution of higher education in the US.

Bill Overview: End Discriminatory State Taxes for Automobile Renters Act of 2017 (H.R. 2024)

This bill aims to protect consumers from discriminatory state taxes on motor vehicle rentals. It prohibits states or localities from levying or collecting discriminatory taxes on motor vehicle rentals or the business of renting motor vehicles. Discriminatory taxes are those that are not generally applicable or have higher rates compared to taxes on other personal or commercial property. The bill also provides remedies for violations of this prohibition, allowing aggrieved parties to bring civil actions seeking damages, injunctive relief, or other legal or equitable relief.

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Bill Overview: End Discriminatory State Taxes for Automobile Renters Act of 2017 (H.R. 2024)

This bill aims to protect consumers from discriminatory state taxes on motor vehicle rentals. It prohibits states or localities from levying or collecting discriminatory taxes on motor vehicle rentals or the business of renting motor vehicles. Discriminatory taxes are those that are not generally applicable or have higher rates compared to taxes on other personal or commercial property. The bill also provides remedies for violations of this prohibition, allowing aggrieved parties to bring civil actions seeking damages, injunctive relief, or other legal or equitable relief.

H.R. 2174 - Unauthorized Spending Accountability Act of 2017

This bill, introduced in the House of Representatives, aims to establish a reauthorizing schedule for unauthorized Federal programs and contains three titles:

Title I: Sunset of Unauthorized Programs

- This title establishes a recurring three-year budgetary level reduction cycle for any unauthorized program, starting in fiscal year 2018.

- Budgetary levels for unauthorized programs are reduced by a certain percentage depending on the year following the expiration of the program's authorization.

- Unauthorized programs that cause budgetary level reductions for three consecutive years are terminated, with unobligated funds remaining available for valid obligations.

- No funds may be obligated for a terminated program in any fiscal year without an express reauthorization of the program by Congress.

- Budgetary level reductions can be nullified if a measure reducing direct spending is enacted into law before the fiscal year the reductions are expected to occur.

Title II: Spending and Accountability Commission

- Establishes the Spending and Accountability Commission, consisting of 14 members appointed by House and Senate leadership.

- The Commission is responsible for conducting comprehensive reviews of all Federal programs funded through direct spending and providing a legislative proposal for an authorization cycle for discretionary programs.

Title III: Reauthorization Cycle for Discretionary Programs

- Requires the Commission to submit a legislative proposal to Congress within 180 days after the enactment of this Act, establishing a reauthorization schedule for discretionary programs.

- Programs to be reauthorized for a period not exceeding three years, with a sunset provision for termination after a specified period.

This Act also includes provisions for expedited consideration of the legislative proposal in the House of Representatives.