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VRAP Extension Act of 2013

To provide for a three-month extension of the Veterans Retraining Assistance Program administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes. 1. Short title This Act may be cited as the VRAP Extension Act of 2013 2. Three-month extension of Veterans Retraining Assistance Program (a) Extension Section 211 of the VOW to Hire Heroes Act of 2011 ( Public Law 112–56 38 U.S.C. 4100 (1) in subsection (a)(2)(B), by striking March 31, 2014 June 30, 2014 (2) in subsection (k), by striking March 31, 2014 June 30, 2014 (b) Interim report (1) Report required Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, in collaboration with the Secretary of Labor, shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress an interim report on the retraining assistance provided under section 211 of the VOW to Hire Heroes Act of 2011 ( Public Law 112–56 38 U.S.C. 4100 (2) Elements The report required by paragraph (1) shall include the following: (A) The total number of— (i) eligible veterans who have participated in the program established under such section as of the date of the enactment of this Act; and (ii) associates degrees or certificates awarded (or other similar evidence of the completion of the program of education or training earned) to veterans participating in the program established under such section as of such date. (B) Data related to the employment status of eligible veterans who participated in such program.

Summary: VRAP Extension Act of 2013 - Amends the VOW to Hire Heroes Act of 2011 to extend through June 30, 2014, the veterans retraining assistance program. Directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA) to submit to Congress an interim report on the retraining assistance provided under such program.
Fire Sprinkler Incentive Act

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to include automated fire sprinkler system retrofits as section 179 property and classify certain automated fire sprinkler system retrofits as 15-year property for purposes of depreciation. 1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Fire Sprinkler Incentive Act 2. Automated fire sprinkler system retrofits treated as section 179 property (a) In general Section 179(d)(1)(B) (B) which is— (i) automated fire sprinkler system retrofit property (as defined in section 168(i)(20) determined without regard to subparagraph (A)(ii) thereof), or (ii) section 1245 property (as defined in section 1245(a)(3)), and . (b) Effective date The amendments made by this section shall apply to property placed in service after the date of the enactment of this Act. 3. Classification of certain automated fire sprinkler system retrofits (a) Treatment as 15-Year property Section 168(e)(3)(E) and , and (x) any automated fire sprinkler system retrofit property. . (b) Applicable depreciation method Section 168(b)(3) of such Code is amended by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: (J) Any automated fire sprinkler system retrofit property. . (c) Alternative system The table contained in section 168(g)(3)(B) of such Code is amended by inserting after the item relating to subparagraph (E)(ix) the following: (E)(x) 39 . (d) Definition of automated fire sprinkler system retrofit property Section 168(i) of such Code is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: (20) Automated fire sprinkler system retrofit property The term automated fire sprinkler system retrofit property (A) is installed in a building or structure which— (i) was placed in service before the date on which such sprinkler system is placed in service, and (ii) has an occupiable story the floor of which is more than 75 feet above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access, and (B) is classified under one or more of the following: (i) National Fire Protection Association 13, Installation of Sprinkler Systems. (ii) National Fire Protection Association 13 D, Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One and Two Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes or International Residential Code Section P2904, Dwelling Unit Fire Sprinkler Systems. (iii) National Fire Protection Association 13 R, Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Residential Occupancies up to and Including Four Stories in Height. . (e) Effective date The amendments made by this section shall apply to property placed in service after the date of the enactment of this Act.

Summary: Fire Sprinkler Incentive Act - Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow: (1) 100% expensing in a current taxable year of the cost of automated fire sprinkler system retrofit property, as defined by this Act; and (2) accelerated depreciation (i.e., a 15-year recovery period) of automated fire sprinkler system retrofit property that is installed in a building or structure where the floor of any occupiable story is greater than 75 feet above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access and that has a certain classification by the National Fire Protection Association.
Eliminating Pornography from Agencies Act

To prohibit accessing pornographic web sites from Federal computers, and for other purposes. 1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Eliminating Pornography from Agencies Act 2. Prohibition on accessing pornographic web sites from Federal computers (a) Prohibition Except as provided in subsection (b), not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Director of the Office of Management and Budget shall issue guidelines that prohibit the access of a pornographic or other explicit web site from a Federal computer. (b) Exception The prohibition described in subsection (a) shall not apply to any Federal computer that is used for an investigative purpose that requires accessing a pornographic web site.

Summary: Eliminating Pornography from Agencies Act - Directs the Director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to issue guidelines that prohibit the access of a pornographic or other explicit website from a federal computer, except any federal computer that is used for an investigative purpose that requires accessing such a website.
Inspector General Vacancy Act of 2014

To amend the Inspector General Act of 1976 to fill Inspector General vacancies, and for other purposes. 1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Inspector General Vacancy Act of 2014 2. Amendment Section 3 of the Inspector General Act of 1978 (5 U.S.C. App.) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: (h) Nomination of Inspector General To fill a vacancy If the President does not nominate an Inspector General pursuant to subsection (a) within 180 days after a vacancy for the Inspector General, the individual serving as interim Inspector General shall be deemed to be appointed under such subsection, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. .

Summary: Inspector General Vacancy Act of 2014 - Amends the Inspector General Act of 1978 to provide that if the President does not nominate an Inspector General within 180 days after a vacancy occurs in that position, the individual serving as interim Inspector General shall be deemed to be appointed, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate.
To authorize the Central Everglades Planning Project, Florida, and for other purposes.

To authorize the Central Everglades Planning Project, Florida, and for other purposes. 1. CERP, Central Everglades Planning Project, Florida (a) Authorization The project for environmental restoration, CERP, Central Everglades Planning Project, Florida, is authorized to be carried out by the Secretary of the Army substantially in accordance with the plans, and subject to the conditions, recommended in a final report of the Chief of Engineers if a favorable report of the Chief of Engineers is completed not later than December 30, 2015. (b) Total cost The project authorized pursuant to paragraph (1) is authorized to be carried out by the Secretary of the Army at a total cost of $1,900,000,000, with an estimated Federal cost of $950,875,000 and an estimated non-Federal cost of $949,125,000.

Summary: Authorizes funding for environmental restoration activities of the Central Everglades Planning Project (CEPP) in Florida as part of the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan if the Army Corps of Engineers gives approval by December 30, 2015.
Fair Local Adjustment for Tenant Rents Act of 2014

To reform and update the flat rent structure for public housing. 1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Fair Local Adjustment for Tenant Rents Act of 2014 2. Public housing flat rents (a) In general Clause (i) of section 3(a)(2)(B) of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437a(a)(2)(B)(i)) is amended to read as follows: (i) Flat rents (I) In general Each public housing agency shall establish, for each dwelling unit in public housing owned or operated by the agency, a flat rental amount for the dwelling unit, which shall— (aa) be based on the rental value of the unit, as determined by the public housing agency, but may not be an amount that is less than 80 percent of the applicable fair market rental established under section 8(c) of this Act; or (bb) be established using another factor as determined by the Secretary. (II) Exceptions A public housing agency may request that the Secretary may establish a flat rent for a dwelling in an amount that is less than the minimum amount established pursuant to subclause (I) for the unit, if the public housing agency demonstrates that such minimum amount is not an accurate measure of the rental value for the unit. (III) Rent increases If a new flat rental amount established pursuant to this clause for a dwelling unit would increase the existing rental payment of any family residing in public housing as of implementation of such flat rent by more than 35 percent, the new flat rental amount shall be phased in as necessary to ensure that the family’s existing rental payment does not increase by more than 35 percent annually. . (b) Implementation The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development shall implement section 3(a)(2)(B)(i) of the United States Housing Act of 1937, as amended by subsection (a) of this section, not later than the expiration of the 6-month period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act. 3. Minimum rents for public housing and section 8 rental assistance programs Subparagraph (A) of section 3(a)(3) of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437a(a)(3)(A)) is amended, in the matter preceding clause (i), by striking more than less than

Summary: Fair Local Adjustment for Tenant Rents Act of 2014 - Amends the United States Housing Act of 1937 to revise and eliminate specified requirements with respect to public housing agencies (PHAs) establishing flat rental amounts for PHA dwelling units. Authorizes a PHA to request the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to establish a flat rent for a dwelling unit in an amount less than the required 80% of the applicable fair market rental, if the PHA demonstrates that such minimum amount is not an accurate measure of the unit's rental value. Changes $50 from a maximum to a minimum monthly rental amount (including utilities) for individuals: (1) residing in public housing, (2) receiving tenant-based rental (voucher) assistance, or (3) receiving tenant-based assistance under the certificates or moderate rehabilitation programs.
Stop Hiding Congressional Farm Subsidies Act

To amend the Federal Crop Insurance Act to require the public disclosure of crop insurance premium subsidies made on behalf of Members of Congress and their immediate families, Cabinet Secretaries and their immediate families, and entities of which any such individual or combination of such individuals is a majority shareholder, and to require the public disclosure of the underwriting gains earned by private insurance provider and the business expenses covered by the Federal Government. 1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Stop Hiding Congressional Farm Subsidies Act 2. Disclosure of crop insurance premium subsidies made on behalf of Members of Congress and certain other individuals and entities Section 502(c) of the Federal Crop Insurance Act ( 7 U.S.C. 1502(c) (5) Disclosure of crop insurance premium subsidies made on behalf of Members of Congress and Cabinet Secretaries (A) Disclosure required Notwithstanding paragraph (1) or any other provision of law, the Secretary shall make available to the public, on an annual basis— (i) the name of each individual or entity specified in subparagraph (B) who obtained a federally subsidized crop insurance, livestock, or forage policy or plan of insurance (other than a catastrophic risk protection plan offered under section 508(b)) during the previous fiscal year; (ii) the amount of premium subsidy received by that individual or entity from the Corporation for such policy or plan of insurance; and (iii) the amount of any Federal portion of indemnities paid in the event of a loss during that fiscal year for policy or plan of insurance. (B) Covered individuals Subparagraph (A) applies with respect to the following: (i) Members of Congress and their immediate families. (ii) Cabinet Secretaries and their immediate families. (iii) Entities of which any individual described in clause (i) or (ii), or a combination of such individuals, is a majority shareholder. (6) Disclosure of benefits for private insurance providers Notwithstanding paragraph (1) or any other provision of law, the Secretary shall make available to the public, on an annual basis, regarding each private insurance provider, by name— (A) the underwriting gains earned through participation in the federally subsidized crop insurance program; and (B) the amount paid under this subtitle for administrative and operating expenses, any Federal portion of indemnities and reinsurance, and any other purpose. .

Summary: Stop Hiding Congressional Farm Subsidies Act - Amends the Federal Crop Insurance Act to require the Secretary of Agriculture (USDA) to publicly disclose crop insurance premium subsidies paid on behalf of: Members of Congress and their immediate families, Cabinet Secretaries and their immediate families, or entities of which any of these individuals is a majority shareholder. Requires USDA to publicly disclose benefits for private insurance providers, including: (1) underwriting gains earned through participation in the federal crop insurance program; and (2) amounts paid for administrative and operating expenses, any federal portion of indemnities and reinsurance, and any other purpose.
Cut REDTAPE Act

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to cut and reduce excess and duplicative tax assessments and paperwork for entrepreneurs. 1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Cut REDTAPE Act 2. Exemption of new small businesses from estimated income tax payments (a) Individuals Section 6654 (n) Special rule for new small businesses (1) In general No addition to tax shall be imposed under subsection (a) with respect to income from a new small business. (2) Income from a new small business For purposes of paragraph (1), income from a new small business means, with respect to any individual, income from a trade or business if the gross receipts of such trade or business for the calendar year ending with or within the taxable year of the individual do not exceed $1,000,000. (3) Limited application Paragraph (1) shall not apply to income from a new small business for any taxable year beginning after 2 years after the date on which the new small business is formed. (4) Controlled groups (A) In general For purposes of this subsection, all persons treated as a single employer under subsection (a) or (b) of section 52 or subsection (m) or (o) of section 414 shall be treated as a single trade or business. (B) Inclusion of foreign corporations For purposes of subparagraph (A), in applying subsections (a) and (b) of section 52 to this section, section 1563 shall be applied without regard to subsection (b)(2)(C) thereof. . (b) Corporations Section 6655 (j) Special rule for new small businesses (1) In general No addition to tax shall be imposed under subsection (a) with respect to income from a new small business. (2) Income from a new small business For purposes of paragraph (1), income from a new small business means income from a trade or business if the gross receipts of such trade or business for the taxable year do not exceed $1,000,000. (3) Limited application Paragraph (1) shall not apply to income from a new small business for any taxable year beginning after 2 years after the date on which the new small business is incorporated. (4) Controlled groups (A) In general For purposes of this subsection, all persons treated as a single employer under subsection (a) or (b) of section 52 or subsection (m) or (o) of section 414 shall be treated as a single trade or business. (B) Inclusion of foreign corporations For purposes of subparagraph (A), in applying subsections (a) and (b) of section 52 to this section, section 1563 shall be applied without regard to subsection (b)(2)(C) thereof. . (c) Effective date The amendments made by this section shall apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2014.

Summary: Cut REDTAPE Act - Amends the Internal Revenue Code to exempt a new small business, including an incorporated business, from the additional tax imposed for underpayment of estimated income tax, if such business's gross receipts for the calendar year do not exceed $1 million.
Consumer Debt Forgiveness Tax Relief Act of 2014

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide an exclusion from gross income for discharge of consumer indebtedness. 1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Consumer Debt Forgiveness Tax Relief Act of 2014 2. Exclusion from gross income for discharge of consumer indebtedness (a) In general Paragraph (1) of section 108(a) or , or (F) the indebtedness discharged is qualified consumer indebtedness. . (b) Special rules relating to qualified consumer indebtedness Section 108 (j) Special rules relating to qualified consumer indebtedness (1) Qualified consumer indebtedness defined For purposes of this section, the term qualified consumer indebtedness (2) Overall limitation The aggregate amount of discharged indebtedness treated as qualified consumer indebtedness for the taxable year shall not exceed the excess (if any) of— (A) $2,500, over (B) the aggregate amounts treated as qualified consumer indebtedness with respect to such taxpayer for all prior taxable years. . (c) Effective date The amendments made by this section shall apply to indebtedness discharged after the date of the enactment of this Act.

Summary: Consumer Debt Forgiveness Tax Relief Act of 2014 - Amends the Internal Revenue Code to exclude from gross income, for income tax purposes, income that is imputed to the discharge of qualified consumer indebtedness. Defines "qualified consumer indebtedness" as any indebtedness of a natural person arising out of a transaction in which the money, property, or services that are the subject of the transaction are primarily for personal, family, or household purposes. Provides that the aggregate amount of discharged indebtedness excludible from gross income shall not exceed the excess of $2,500 over the aggregate amounts treated as qualified consumer indebtedness for all prior taxable years.
To allow railroad employees to remain on duty as necessary to clear a blockage of vehicular traffic at grade crossings.

To allow railroad employees to remain on duty as necessary to clear a blockage of vehicular traffic at grade crossings. 1. Grade crossing exception (a) Amendment Chapter 211 21110. Grade crossing exception. Employees may be allowed to remain or go on duty for a period in excess of the limitations established under this chapter to the extent necessary to clear a blockage of vehicular traffic at a grade crossing. . (b) Table of sections The table of sections for such chapter 211 is amended by inserting at the end the following new item: 21110. Grade crossing exception. .

Summary: Allows railroad employees to remain or go on duty for a period in excess of the limitations established under hours-of-service requirements to the extent necessary to clear a blockage of vehicular traffic at a grade crossing.
Online Credit Card Disclosure Act of 2014

To strengthen the disclosure requirements for creditors under the Truth in Lending Act. 1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Online Credit Card Disclosure Act of 2014 2. Online payment timing disclosures Section 127(b)(11)(D) of the Truth in Lending Act ( 15 U.S.C. 1637(b)(11)(D) (1) in clause (i), by striking ; and (2) in clause (ii), by striking the period and inserting ; and (3) by inserting at the end the following new clause: (iii) if the consumer has an online account with the creditor under the consumer credit plan, be disclosed in a conspicuous and prominent location on a webpage of such creditor. .

Summary: Online Credit Card Disclosure Act of 2014 - Amends the Truth in Lending Act to require the billing statement of a consumer's account under an open end online credit plan to make specified disclosures in a conspicuous and prominent location on its webpage with each billing cycle.
Access to Health Information Centers for Families with Disabilities Act of 2013

To amend title V of the Social Security Act to extend funding for family-to-family health information centers to help families of children with disabilities or special health care needs make informed choices about health care for their children. 1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Access to Health Information Centers for Families with Disabilities Act of 2 2. Extension of funding for family-to-family health information centers Section 501(c)(1)(A)(iii) of the Social Security Act ( 42 U.S.C. 701(c)(1)(A)(iii) 2013 2016

Summary: Access to Health Information Centers for Families with Disabilities Act of 2013 - Amends title V (Maternal and Child Health Services) of the Social Security Act, as amended by the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012, to extend through FY2016 appropriations for family-to-family health information centers to help families of children with disabilities or special health care needs make informed choices about health care for their children.
To amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to modify the eligibility disqualification for certain convicted felons.

To amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to modify the eligibility disqualification for certain convicted felons. 1. Amendments Section 6(r)(1) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 ( 7 U.S.C. 201(r)(1) (1) by striking subparagraph (B), (2) in subparagraph (A)— (A) in clause (v) by striking clause (i), (ii), or (iii) subparagraph (A), (B), or (C) (B) by redesignating clauses (i), (ii), (iii), (iv), and (v) as subparagraphs (A), (B), (C), (D), and (E), respectively, (3) by striking if_(A) if (4) by moving the left margin of subparagraphs (A), (B), (C), (D), and (E), as so redesignated, 2 ems to the left.

Summary: Amends the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to strike a provision that allows individuals convicted of felonies that would otherwise disqualify them from receiving benefits under the Department of Agriculture's (USDA's) supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP, formerly known as the food stamp program) to still receive benefits unless they also: failed to comply with the terms of the sentence; fled to avoid prosecution, custody, or confinement; or violated a condition of probation or parole.