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To direct the Secretary of Defense to report on vulnerabilities from sea level rise to certain military installations located outside the continental United States.

To direct the Secretary of Defense to report on vulnerabilities from sea level rise to certain military installations located outside the continental United States. 1. Report on vulnerabilities from sea level rise to certain military installations located outside the continental United States (a) Report required Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a report on vulnerabilities from sea level rise to covered installations located outside of the continental United States. (b) Contents For each covered installation, the report required by subsection (a) shall include the following: (1) An analysis of the impacts to the operations, contingency plans, and readiness of such installation from a sea level rise. (2) A discussion of mitigation efforts, including dredging, reclaiming land, and island building, that may be necessary due to a sea level rise— (A) to ensure the continued operational viability of such installation; and (B) to increase the resiliency of such installation. (3) The estimated costs of the efforts discussed under paragraph (2). (4) An identification of alternative locations for the continuance of operations of such installation if such installation is rendered inoperable. (c) Form The report required under subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form, but may contain a classified annex. (d) Covered installation defined In this section, the term covered installation (1) Naval Support Facility Diego Garcia. (2) Ronald Reagan Ballistic Missile Defense Test Site.

Summary: This bill requires the Department of Defense to report to Congress on the vulnerabilities to sea level rise of (1) the Naval Support Facility Diego Garcia, and (2) the Ronald Reagan Ballistic Missile Defense Test Site (in the Marshall Islands). The report shall include identification of alternative locations for the continuance of the installations' operations.
Family Reunification Act of 2019

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide for an extension of the application period for certain aliens present in the United States for adjustment of status. 1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Family Reunification Act of 2019 2. Extension of the application period for certain aliens present in the United States for adjustment of status Section 245(i)(1)(B)(i) of the Immigration and Nationality Act ( 8 U.S.C. 1255(i)(1)(B)(i) or before April 30, 2001 or after the date that is not later than 5 years after the date of enactment of the Family Reunification Act of 2019 3. Limitation on removal Section 245 of the Immigration and Nationality Act ( 8 U.S.C. 1255 (n) An alien who is the beneficiary (including a spouse or child of the principal alien, if eligible to receive a visa under section 203(d)) of a petition for classification under section 204 that was filed with the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security and that is prima facie eligible for approval may not be removed while such petition or application is being adjudicated or appealed. .

Summary: Family Reunification Act of 2019 This bill revives an expired program that allows qualified aliens with certain familial or employment ties to the United States to apply for lawful permanent resident status. The deadline for applying for such status shall be five years after the enactment of this bill, where the deadline under current law was April 30, 2001. (Generally, a qualifying alien under the program must be one who (1) entered the United States without inspection or falls into other specified categories, (2) is the beneficiary of a petition for lawful permanent status based on family sponsorship or for performing certain labor where there are not sufficient workers available for such labor, and (3) was physically present in the United States on December 21, 2000.) The bill also prohibits the removal of an alien who (1) has a pending petition for lawful permanent status based on being the spouse or child of a U.S. citizen, and (2) is prima facie eligible for lawful permanent status.
Defense Maintenance Data Transparency Act

To amend title 10, United States Code, to require the Secretary of Defense to develop guidelines and resources on the acquisition or licensing of intellectual property, and for other purposes. 1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Defense Maintenance Data Transparency Act 2. Guidelines and resources on the acquisition or licensing of intellectual property Section 2322 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: (c) Guidelines and resources (1) In general The Secretary of Defense, acting through the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment, shall develop guidelines and resources on the acquisition or licensing of intellectual property, including— (A) model forms for specially negotiated licenses described under section 2320(f) (as appropriate); and (B) an identification of definitions, key terms, examples, and case studies that resolve ambiguities in the differences between— (i) detailed manufacturing and process data; (ii) form, fit, and function data; and (iii) data required for operations, maintenance, installation, and training. (2) Consultation In developing the guidelines and resources described in paragraph (1), the Secretary shall regularly consult with appropriate stakeholders, including large and small businesses, traditional and non-traditional contractors (including subcontractors), and maintenance repair organizations. .

Summary: Defense Maintenance Data Transparency Act This bill requires the Department of Defense to consult with stakeholders to develop guidelines for the acquisition of intellectual property (e.g., technological processes), to include model forms and definitions of key terms.
STEM to STEAM Act of 2019

To amend the STEM Education Act of 2015 to require the National Science Foundation to promote the integration of art and design in STEM education, and for other purposes. 1. Short title This Act may be cited as the STEM to STEAM Act of 2019 2. Integrating art and design into National Science Foundation informal STEM education program Section 3 of the STEM Education Act of 2015 ( 42 U.S.C. 1862q (1) in subsection (a)— (A) in paragraph (2), by striking and (B) in paragraph (3), by striking the period and inserting ; and (C) by adding at the end the following: (4) the integration of art and design in STEM educational programs. ; and (2) in subsection (b)— (A) in paragraph (3), by striking and (B) in paragraph (4), by striking the period and inserting ; and (C) by adding at the end the following: (5) design and testing of programming that integrates art and design in STEM education to promote creativity and innovation. .

Summary: STEM to STEAM Act of 2019 This bill includes (1) among the purposes for which the National Science Foundation shall award competitive, merit-reviewed grants the support of the integration of art and design in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) educational programs; and (2) among activities supported by such grants the design and testing of programming that integrates art and design in STEM education in order to promote creativity and innovation.
Locking Up Robocallers Act of 2019

To require the Federal Communications Commission to provide evidence of certain robocall violations to the Attorney General. 1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Locking Up Robocallers Act of 2019 2. Provision of evidence of certain robocall violations to Attorney General (a) In general If the Chief of the Enforcement Bureau of the Commission obtains evidence that suggests a willful, knowing, and repeated robocall violation with an intent to defraud, cause harm, or wrongfully obtain anything of value, the Chief of the Enforcement Bureau shall provide such evidence to the Attorney General. (b) Report to Congress Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter, the Commission shall publish on its website and submit to the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate a report that— (1) states the number of instances during the preceding year in which the Chief of the Enforcement Bureau provided the evidence described in subsection (a) to the Attorney General; and (2) contains a general summary of the types of robocall violations to which such evidence relates. (c) Rules of construction Nothing in this section shall be construed to affect the ability of the Commission or the Chief of the Enforcement Bureau under other law— (1) to refer a matter to the Attorney General; or (2) to pursue or continue pursuit of an enforcement action in a matter with respect to which the Chief of the Enforcement Bureau provided the evidence described in subsection (a) to the Attorney General. (d) Definitions In this section: (1) Commission The term Commission (2) Robocall violation The term robocall violation 47 U.S.C. 227

Summary: Locking Up Robocallers Act of 2019 This bill requires the Federal Communications Commission, upon obtaining evidence that suggests an intentional robocall violation, to provide such evidence to the Department of Justice and to report annually on the number and type of such instances.
Drug Price Transparency for Medicare Patients Act of 2019

To amend title XI of the Social Security Act to require that direct-to-consumer television advertisements for prescription drugs and biological products include the list price of such drugs and products, and for other purposes. 1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Drug Price Transparency for Medicare Patients Act of 2019 2. Requirement that direct-To-Consumer television advertisements for prescription drugs and biological products include list price of such drugs and products Part A of title XI of the Social Security Act ( 42 U.S.C. 1301 1150C. Requirement that direct-To-Consumer television advertisements for prescription drugs and biological products include list price of such drugs and products (a) In general Subject to subsection (b), the Secretary, acting through the Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (referred to in this section as the Secretary The list price for a [30-day supply of, or a typical course of treatment with] [name of prescription drug or biological product] is [current list price]. If you have health insurance that covers drugs, your cost may be different. (b) Exception The requirement described in subsection (a) shall not apply with respect to a prescription drug or biological product that has a current list price less than $35 per month for a 30-day supply of, or a typical course of treatment with, such drug or product. (c) Identification of noncompliant drugs and products In the case that a direct-to-consumer advertisement described in subsection (a) does not include a written statement as required under such subsection and is not excepted with respect to such statement under subsection (b), the Secretary shall identify the prescription drug or biological product that is the subject of such advertisement as a drug or product advertised in violation of the requirement of subsection (a). The Secretary shall maintain a public list of all prescription drugs and biological products identified pursuant to the previous sentence. (d) Definitions In this section: (1) Current list price The term current list price (2) Typical course of treatment The term typical course of treatment .

Summary: Drug Price Transparency for Medicare Patients Act of 2019 This bill provides statutory authority for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services rule titled "Medicare and Medicaid Programs; Regulation to Require Drug Pricing Transparency," published on May 10, 2019. The rule requires direct-to-consumer television advertisements for covered drugs and biologics under Medicare and Medicaid to include the list price of a 30-day supply or for a typical course of treatment, if the list price is at least $35 per month. The rule takes effect July 9, 2019.
Countering Hizballah in Lebanon's Military Act of 2019

To restrict security assistance to Lebanon, and for other purposes. 1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Countering Hizballah in Lebanon’s Military Act of 2019 2. Report on relationship between Lebanese armed forces and Hizballah (a) In general Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the President shall submit a report to Congress— (1) identifying all military officers, commanders, advisors, officials, or other personnel with significant influence over the policies or activities of the Lebanese Armed Forces who are members of, paid by, or significantly influenced by Hizballah; and (2) describing military activities conducted by the Lebanese Armed Forces to disarm Hizballah pursuant to United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1701 (2006). (b) Form The report required by section (a) shall be submitted in an unclassified form but may have a classified annex. 3. Restriction on security assistance (a) In general Of the amounts appropriated or otherwise made available for security assistance for the Government of Lebanon for a fiscal year, 20 percent may not be obligated or expended for such purpose until the President certifies to Congress that— (1) the Lebanese Armed Forces has taken measurable steps in the last year to limit the influence or expel anyone identified pursuant to section 2(a)(1); (2) the activities described pursuant to section 2(a)(2) demonstrate a serious commitment by the Lebanese Armed Forces to fulfill its obligation to disarm Hizballah pursuant to UNSCR 1701; and (3) the Lebanese Armed Forces have not cooperated, coordinated, or partnered with Hizballah in any operation, campaign, or military exercise during the last year. (b) National security waiver The President may waive the certification requirements under paragraphs (1) and (2) of subsection (a) if the President certifies to Congress that it is in the national security interest of the United States.

Summary: Countering Hizbollah in Lebanon's Military Act of 2019 This bill limits the use of security assistance funds for Lebanon until certain conditions are met. Specifically, 20% of funds appropriated or made available for such security assistance may not be obligated or expended until the President certifies to Congress that (1) the Lebanese Armed Forces have taken measurable steps to limit or expel Hezbollah-influenced military personnel that have significant influence over the Lebanese Armed Forces' policies or activities, (2) activities of the Lebanese Armed Forces to disarm Hezbollah demonstrate a serious commitment to fulfill United Nations Security Council Resolution 1701 calling for such disarmament, and (3) the Lebanese Armed Forces have not cooperated or partnered with Hezbollah during the last year. The President may waive the first two requirements if it is in U.S. national security interest to do so.
To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment under the Medicare program, and for other purposes.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment under the Medicare program, and for other purposes. 1. Providing coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment under the Medicare program Section 1861(n) of the Social Security Act ( 42 U.S.C. 1395x(n) Such term also includes cranial prostheses furnished to an individual, but only where the dermatologist, oncologist, or attending physician of the individual certifies in writing the medical necessity of such prostheses as part of a proposed course of rehabilitative treatment.

Summary: This bill includes medically necessary cranial prostheses (e.g., wigs) as covered durable medical equipment under the Medicare program.
Community Post Office Act

To amend title 39, United States Code, to require the United States Postal Service to receive approval from local governments before relocating any post office, and for other purposes. 1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Community Post Office Act 2. Section (a) In general Section 404 of title 39, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: (f) In addition to the requirements of subsection (d), before relocating any post office, the Postal Service— (1) shall provide a period of not less than 30 days for comment from the governments of the town and county, or if there are no such governments, the government of the State, in which the post office is located; (2) provide to such governments a list, not to be made available to the public, of each proposed relocation site; and (3) may not relocate such post office without receiving prior written approval from such governments with respect to such relocation and the site proposed for such relocation. . (b) Application The amendment made by subsection (a) shall apply to any post office proposed for relocation on or after the date of the enactment of this Act.

Summary: Community Post Office Act This bill requires the U.S. Postal Service, before relocating any post office, to receive prior written approval from local or state government with respect to such relocation and the site proposed for the relocation.
Expanding Access to Graduate Education Act of 2019

To expand access to graduate education by amending the Federal Pell Grant program to include postbaccalaureate study. 1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Expanding Access to Graduate Education Act of 2019 2. Federal Pell Grants for graduate students Section 401 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 ( 20 U.S.C. 1070a (1) in subsection (a), by inserting or as a postbaccalaureate student in accordance with subsection (c)(1), as an undergraduate, (2) by amending subsection (c)(1) to read as follows: (c) Period of eligibility for grants (1) The period during which a student may receive Federal Pell Grants shall be the period required for the completion of the first undergraduate baccalaureate course of study being pursued by that student at the institution at which the student is in attendance except that— (A) any period during which the student is enrolled in a noncredit or remedial course of study as defined in paragraph (2) shall not be counted for the purpose of this paragraph; and (B) the period during which a student may receive Federal Pell Grants shall also include the period required for the completion of the first postbaccalaureate course of study in a case in which— (i) the student received a Federal Pell Grant during the period required for the completion of the student’s first undergraduate baccalaureate course of study for at least 1 but fewer than 12 semesters, or the equivalent of at least 1 but fewer than 12 semesters, as determined under paragraph (5); (ii) the student would otherwise be eligible for a Federal Pell Grant, but for the completion of such baccalaureate course of study; and (iii) the period during which the student receives Federal Pell Grants does not exceed the student’s duration limits under paragraph (5). .

Summary: Expanding Access to Graduate Education Act of 2019 This bill allows income-eligible graduate students who received Pell Grants during their undergraduate education to utilize their remaining Pell Grant eligibility toward their first graduate degree, subject to the existing 12-semester duration limit. Currently, Pell Grants are available only to undergraduate students.
Territory Health Revitalization Act

To provide a set-aside of funds for the territories under the health profession opportunity grant program under section 2008 of the Social Security Act, to make the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands eligible for the grants, and for other purposes. 1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Territory Health Revitalization Act 2. Set-aside for the territories Section 2008(c)(1) of the Social Security Act ( 42 U.S.C. 1397g(c)(1) 5 percent of which for each fiscal year shall be reserved for grants to States other than the 50 States and the District of Columbia 3. Eligibility of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands Section 2008(a)(4) of the Social Security Act ( 42 U.S.C. 1397g(a)(4) 4. Guarantee of grantees in the territories Section 2008(a)(2) of the Social Security Act ( 42 U.S.C. 1397g(a)(2) (D) Guarantee of grantees in the territories The Secretary shall award at least 2 grants under this subsection to an eligible entity that is located in a territory, to the extent there are a sufficient number applications submitted by such an eligible entity that meet the requirements of subparagraph (B). . 5. Effective date The amendments made by this Act shall take effect on October 1, 2019.

Summary: Territory Health Revitalization Act This bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to reserve a portion of funding under the health profession opportunity grant program for U.S. territories and makes the Northern Mariana Islands eligible for program grants (which provide low-income individuals with education and training in health care occupations). HHS must award at least two grants in U.S. territories.
Labor Market Response Act

To require applications for a health profession opportunity grant under section 2008 of the Social Security Act to contain evidence of in-demand jobs or worker shortages. 1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Labor Market Response Act 2. Requirement that application contain evidence of in-demand jobs or worker shortages Section 2008 of the Social Security Act ( 42 U.S.C. 1397g (c) Application requirement An application for a grant under this section shall contain a description of the availability and relevance of recent labor market information and other pertinent evidence of in-demand jobs or worker shortages. . 3. Effective date The amendment made by this Act shall take effect on October 1, 2019.

Summary: Labor Market Response Act This bill requires the inclusion of certain information about the labor market in applications for grants that provide low-income individuals with education and training for health care occupations.