Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi
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Bills Introduced 125
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Combating BDS Act of 2017 [HB-2856]
[International ]
[Trade ]
[Consumer Protection ]
[Human Rights ]
[Investments ]
Combating BDS Act of 2017 This bill allows a state or local government to adopt and enforce measures to divest its assets from, prohibit investment of its assets in, or restrict contracting with: (1) an entity that engages in a commerce- or investment-related boycott, divestment, or sanctions activity targeting Israel; or (2) an entity that owns or controls, is owned or controlled by, or is under common ownership or control with such an entity. Such measures are not preempted by federal law. A state or local government that seeks to adopt or enforce
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Sponsored by: Rep. Alexander Mooney
Introduced In House on 06/08/2017
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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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Sponsored by: Rep. Sean Maloney
Sponsor Introductory Remarks On Measure. (cr E999-1000) on 07/17/2017
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Expressing support for the designation of June 21 as International Yoga Day. [HR-398]
[Arts and Culture ]
[Human Rights ]
[International ]
[Public Health ]
[Recreation ]
Expressing support for the designation of June 21 as International Yoga Day. Expresses support for the designation of International Yoga Day. Encourages all individuals to participate in International Yoga Day events.
Sponsored by: Rep. Pramila Jayapal
Introduced In House on 06/21/2017
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Supporting the designation of a National Day of Civility. [HR-400]
[Human Rights ]
Supporting the designation of a National Day of Civility. Supports a National Day of Civility and urges Americans to be more respectful and polite to others in daily life.
Sponsored by: Rep. Mike Johnson
Introduced In House on 06/22/2017
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Pay Equity for All Act of 2017 [HB-2418]
[Labor, Jobs, Employment ]
[Human Rights ]
[Race and Civil Rights ]
[Consumer Protection ]
Pay Equity for All Act of 2017 This bill amends the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to make it an unlawful practice for an employer to: screen prospective employees based on their previous wages or salary histories; seek the previous wages or salary history of any prospective employee from any current or former employer of such employee; or discharge or retaliate against any current or prospective employee because the employee opposed any act or practice made unlawful by this bill, made a complaint about any such act or practice, or testified or
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Sponsored by: Rep. Barbara Lee
Introduced In House on 05/11/2017
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Voter Empowerment Act of 2017 [HB-12]
[Voting Rights ]
[Elections ]
[Disabilities ]
[Military ]
[Cybersecurity ]
[National Security ]
[Law Enforcement ]
[Criminal Justice ]
[Crime ]
Voter Empowerment Act of 2017 Voter Registration Modernization Act of 2017 This bill amends the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 to require states to make available online voter registration. The federal criminal code is amended to prohibit hindering, interfering with, or preventing voter registration. The Help America Vote Act of 2002 is amended to require states to promote access to voter registration and voting for individuals with disabilities. The Election Assistance Commission (EAC) must support pilot programs enabling individuals with
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Sponsored by: Rep. Sean Maloney
Referred To The Subcommittee On The Constitution And Civil Justice. on 07/14/2017
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Humane Cosmetics Act [HB-2790]
[Animals ]
[Consumer Protection ]
Humane Cosmetics Act This bill prohibits testing cosmetics on animals, effective on the date that is one year after enactment of this bill. No cosmetic may be sold or transported if the final product or any component was developed or manufactured using animal testing after that date, effective three years after enactment of this bill.
Sponsored by: Rep. Sean Maloney
Referred To The Subcommittee On Health. on 06/09/2017
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Shark Fin Sales Elimination Act of 2017 [HB-1456]
[Animals ]
[Consumer Protection ]
[Crime ]
[Public Safety ]
[Law Enforcement ]
Shark Fin Sales Elimination Act of 2017 This bill makes it illegal to possess, buy, or sell shark fins or any product containing shark fins. A person may possess a shark fin that was lawfully taken consistent with a license or permit under certain circumstances. Penalties are imposed for violations under the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act.
Sponsored by: Rep. Sean Maloney
Subcommittee Hearings Held. on 04/17/2018
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Chinese American World War II Veterans Congressional Gold Medal Act [HB-2358]
[Veterans ]
[Military ]
[Arts and Culture ]
[Human Rights ]
Chinese American World War II Veterans Congressional Gold Medal Act This bill directs the President pro tempore of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives to make appropriate arrangements for the award of a single Congressional Gold Medal to the Chinese American Veterans of World War II in recognition of their dedicated service during World War II. The medal shall be displayed at the Smithsonian Institution, which is urged to make the medal available for display at other locations associated with such veterans or with World War
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Sponsored by: Rep. Steve Russell
Introduced In House on 05/04/2017
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Protecting Girls' Access to Education Act Protecting Girls' Access to Education in Vulnerable Settings Act [HB-2408]
[Education ]
[Human Rights ]
[Children and Youth ]
[International ]
Protecting Girls' Access to Education Act Protecting Girls' Access to Education in Vulnerable Settings Act
Sponsored by: Rep. Gerald Connolly
Committee Consideration And Mark-up Session Held. on 07/27/2017