Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Research and Education Act of 2017 [HB-1984]
Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Research and Education Act of 2017 This bill requires the National Institutes of Health to expand, intensify, and coordinate programs for research on triple-negative breast cancer (the cells of these breast cancers are negative for estrogen receptors, progesterone receptors, and excess HER2 protein). The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention must develop and disseminate to the public information regarding triple-negative breast cancer, including information on: (1) the incidence and prevalence of triple-negative
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HB-1984: Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Research and Education Act of 2017
Sponsored by: Rep. Sheila Jackson-Lee
Referred To The Subcommittee On Health. on 04/07/2017
America's Red Rock Wilderness Act [HB-2044]
America's Red Rock Wilderness Act This bill designates specified lands in the following areas of Utah as components of the National Wilderness Preservation System: (1) Great Basin, (2) Grand Staircase-Escalante, (3) Moab-La Sal Canyons, (4) Henry Mountains, (5) Glen Canyon, (6) San Juan-Anasazi, (7) Canyonlands Basin, (8) San Rafael Swell, and (9) Book Cliffs and Uinta Basin. The bill sets forth administrative requirements for: (1) the exchange of state-owned lands within such areas, (2) federal reservation of water rights, (3) measurement of setbacks
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HB-2044: America's Red Rock Wilderness Act
Sponsored by: Rep. Sean Maloney
Referred To The Subcommittee On Federal Lands. on 04/19/2017
Oversight Commission on Presidential Capacity Act [HB-1987]
Oversight Commission on Presidential Capacity Act This bill establishes in the legislative branch an Oversight Commission on Presidential Capacity to determine whether the President is mentally or physically unable to discharge the powers and duties of office. The commission: (1) within 72 hours after Congress adopts a concurrent resolution directing it to do so, shall conduct a medical examination to determine if the President is temporarily or permanently impaired by physical illness or disability, mental illness, mental deficiency, or alcohol
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HB-1987: Oversight Commission on Presidential Capacity Act
Sponsored by: Rep. Raul Grijalva
Referred To The Subcommittee On The Constitution And Civil Justice. on 05/01/2017
Cyber Security Education and Federal Workforce Enhancement Act [HB-1981]
Cyber Security Education and Federal Workforce Enhancement Act This bill amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) an Office of Cybersecurity Education and Awareness Branch to make recommendations to DHS regarding: (1) recruitment of information assurance, cybersecurity, and computer security professionals; (2) grants, training programs, and other support for kindergarten through grade 12, secondary, and post-secondary computer security education programs; (3) guest lecturer programs in
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HB-1981: Cyber Security Education and Federal Workforce Enhancement Act
Sponsored by: Rep. Sheila Jackson-Lee
Referred To The Subcommittee On Research And Technology. on 04/25/2017
Supporting the goals and ideals of Mathematics and Statistics Awareness Month. [HR-264]
Supporting the goals and ideals of Mathematics and Statistics Awareness Month. Supports the goals and ideals of Mathematics and Statistics Awareness Month to increase the visibility of mathematics and statistics as fields of study and to communicate the benefits of an education in mathematics and statistics. Recognizes that mathematics and statistics underpin all of the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) disciplines. Celebrates the role that mathematics and statistics play in the everyday lives of all Americans.
HR-264: Supporting the goals and ideals of Mathematics and Statistics Awareness Month.
Sponsored by: Rep. Eleanor Norton
Introduced In House on 04/06/2017
Therapeutic Fraud Prevention Act of 2017 [HB-2119]
Therapeutic Fraud Prevention Act of 2017 This bill prohibits sexual orientation or gender identity conversion therapy from being provided in exchange for monetary compensation. It bars advertisements for such therapy that claim to: (1) change an individual's sexual orientation or gender identity, (2) eliminate or reduce sexual or romantic attractions or feelings toward individuals of the same gender, or (3) be harmless or without risk. Individuals or entities shall not assist or facilitate a conversion therapy if they receive monetary compensation
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HB-2119: Therapeutic Fraud Prevention Act of 2017
Sponsored by: Rep. Sean Maloney
Referred To The Subcommittee On Digital Commerce And Consumer Protection. on 04/28/2017