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NATS Act

To establish naturalization offices at initial military training sites. 1. Short Title This Act may be cited as the Naturalization at Training Sites Act of 2016 NATS Act 2. Establishment and Use of Naturalization Offices at Initial Military Training Sites (a) In general The Secretary of Defense, and the Secretary of Homeland Security with respect to the Coast Guard, shall establish a naturalization office at each initial military training site of the Armed Forces. (b) Outreach The Secretary concerned shall take steps to identify members of the Armed Forces who are not citizens of the United States and to inform such members of the availability and services of a naturalization office at initial military training sites. (c) Trained personnel The Secretary concerned shall retain trained personnel at a naturalization office at an initial military training site to provide services to members of the Armed Forces who are not citizens of the United States. (d) Assignment preference Pending the establishment of a naturalization office at all initial military training sites, the Secretary concerned, to the extent practicable, shall assign a new member of the Armed Forces who is not a citizen of the United States to an initial military training site that has a naturalization office. (e) Secretary concerned defined In this section, the term Secretary concerned

Summary: Naturalization at Training Sites Act of 2016 or the NATS Act This bill directs the Department of Defense, and the Department of Homeland Security with respect to the Coast Guard, to establish a naturalization office with trained personnel at each initial military training site of the Armed Forces. The military department concerned shall: (1) identify members of the Armed Forces who are not U.S. citizens and inform them of the availability of naturalization services at such offices; and (2) pending establishment of a naturalization office at all initial military training sites, assign new non-citizen members of the Armed Forces to an initial military training site that has such an office.
Securing the Assistance of Victims of Exploitation Act of 2015 (SAVE Act)

To preserve the access of victims of trafficking to information about their eligibility to receive SNAP benefits. 1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Securing the Assistance of Victims of Exploitation Act of 2015 (SAVE Act) 2. Findings The Congress finds the following: (1) Trafficking in humans, and especially domestic child trafficking, has no place in a civilized society. Those who engage in this illicit trade should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. (2) State and local law enforcement agencies should have the tools, resources, and training necessary to identify, apprehend, and prosecute criminals who ruthlessly traffic in children and young persons. (3) One of the most effective resources in bringing criminals to justice is the cooperation and assistance of their victims. 3. Continuation of SNAP information assistance Notwithstanding any other provision of law, none of the funds made available to carry out the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 ( 7 U.S.C. 2011 et seq.

Summary: Securing the Assistance of Victims of Exploitation Act of 2014 (SAVE Act) Prohibits funds made available to carry out the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 from being used in contravention of provisions of the Victims of Trafficking and Violence Protection Act of 2000 expanding the eligibility of human trafficking victims to receive services and benefits under certain federal or state programs, such as the supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP, formerly known as the food stamp program).
To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to audit States to determine if such States used Medicaid funds in violation of the Hyde Amendment and other Federal prohibitions on funding for abortions, and for other purposes.

To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to audit States to determine if such States used Medicaid funds in violation of the Hyde Amendment and other Federal prohibitions on funding for abortions, and for other purposes. 1. Auditing Medicaid payments for family planning (a) In general Section 1936(b) of the Social Security Act ( 42 U.S.C. 1396u–6(b) (5) Annual audit of claims for payment for items or services furnished, or administrative services rendered, under a State plan under this title, to determine if any payments made under section 1903(a)(5) were made in violation of any Federal law that restricts the use of funds under this title for abortions. . (b) Reporting requirements Section 1936(e)(5) of the Social Security Act ( 42 U.S.C. 1396u–6(e)(5) (1) in subparagraph (A), by striking and (2) in subparagraph (B), by striking the period at the end and inserting ; and (3) by adding at the end the following: (C) the results of audits conducted pursuant to subsection (b)(5). . (c) Effect on existing contracts The amendments made by this section may not be construed to affect contracts under section 1936 of the Social Security Act ( 42 U.S.C. 1396u–6

Summary: This bill amends title XIX (Medicaid) of the Social Security Act to include as an activity under the Medicare Integrity Program an annual audit of payment claims under a state Medicaid plan to determine if any payments for family planning services and supplies violated federal law that restricts the use of funds under Medicaid for abortions.
Less Traffic with Smart Stop Lights Act of 2016

To direct the Secretary of Transportation to establish a Smart Technology Traffic Signals Grant Program, and for other purposes. 1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Less Traffic with Smart Stop Lights Act of 2016 2. Smart Technology Traffic Signals Grant Program (a) Establishment Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Transportation shall establish a Smart Technology Traffic Signals Grant Program (in this section referred to as the Program (1) reduces traffic congestion; (2) improves the safety and effectiveness of roadways; (3) reduces fuel costs for drivers; and (4) reduces air pollution. (b) Grant authority In carrying out the Program, the Secretary may make grants, on a competitive basis, to a State, local, or tribal government entity. (c) Grant uses An entity awarded a grant under the Program shall use the grant to improve traffic signals through the implementation of innovative technology, including— (1) adaptive signal control technology; and (2) real-time data measurement technology. (d) Timing A grant awarded to an entity under the Program shall be fully expended not later than the date that is 3 years after the date on which initial grant amounts are made available to the entity. (e) Federal share (1) In general Except as provided in paragraph (2), the Federal share of the costs of a project assisted with a grant under the Program may not exceed 80 percent. (2) Exception The Secretary may waive paragraph (1) if a State, local, or tribal government entity demonstrates, as determined by the Secretary, extreme financial hardship. (3) In-kind contributions The non-Federal share of the costs of a project assisted with a grant under the Program may be derived in whole or in part from in-kind contributions. (f) Applications To be eligible for a grant under the Program a State, local, or tribal government entity shall submit to the Secretary an application at such time, in such form, and containing such information as the Secretary determines appropriate.

Summary: Less Traffic with Smart Stop Lights Act of 2016 This bill directs the Department of Transportation (DOT) to establish a Smart Technology Traffic Signals Grant Program. DOT may make competitive grants to states, local, or tribal government entities for projects to improve, through use of innovative technology, the functioning of traffic signals to reduce traffic congestion, fuel costs for drivers, and air pollution, as well as improve the safety and effectiveness of roadways. The federal share of project costs may not exceed 80%, but DOT may waive such limit if an assisted entity can show extreme financial hardship.
Timely Payments for Flood Victims Act of 2016

To establish a deadline for approval of claims made under the National Flood Insurance Program, and for other purposes. 1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Timely Payments for Flood Victims Act of 2016 2. Deadline for approval of claims (a) In general Section 1312 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 ( 42 U.S.C. 4019 (1) in subsection (a), by striking The Administrator Subject to other provisions of this section, the Administrator (2) by adding at the end the following new subsection: (d) Deadline for approval of claims (1) In general The Administrator shall provide that, in the case of any claim for damage to or loss of property under flood insurance coverage made available under this title, a final determination regarding approval of a claim for payment or disapproval of the claim be made, and notification of such determination be provided to the insured making such claim, not later than the expiration of the 30-day period (as such period may be extended pursuant to paragraph (2)) beginning upon the day on which such claim was made. Payment of approved claims shall be made as soon as possible after such approval. (2) Extension of deadline The Administrator shall provide that the period referred to in paragraph (1) may be extended by a single additional period of 15 days in cases where extraordinary circumstances are demonstrated. The Administrator shall, by regulation, establish criteria for demonstrating such extraordinary circumstances and for determining to which claims such extraordinary circumstances apply. . (b) Applicability The amendments made by subsection (a) shall apply to any claim under flood insurance coverage made available under the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 ( 42 U.S.C. 4001 et seq.

Summary: Timely Payments for Flood Victims Act of 2016 This bill amends the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 to direct the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to require that a final determination and notification regarding approval of a claim for damage to or loss of property under the national flood insurance program be made by the expiration of the 30-day period after such claim was made. Such period may be extended by a single additional period of 15 days if extraordinary circumstances are demonstrated. Claims shall be paid as soon as possible after approval.
Eastern North Carolina Gateway Act of 2016

To amend the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991 to designate certain parts of United States Route 264 and the Eastern North Carolina Gateway Corridor as future parts of the Interstate System, and for other purposes. 1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Eastern North Carolina Gateway Act of 2016 2. Route designation (a) High-Priority corridor on National Highway System Section 1105(c) of the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991 (105 Stat. 2032; 119 Stat. 1210) is amended by adding at the end the following: (89) United States Route 264 from its intersection with United States Route 64 (High Priority Corridor 13) near Zebulon, North Carolina, to Greenville, North Carolina. (90) The Eastern North Carolina Gateway Corridor from United States Route 70 (High Priority Corridor 82) in the vicinity of Kinston, North Carolina, passing in the vicinity of Greenville, North Carolina, to United States Route 64 (High Priority Corridor 13) in the vicinity of Bethel, North Carolina, and generally along the routes of United States Route 13 and North Carolina Highway 11. . (b) Future parts of Interstate system Section 1105(e)(5)(A) of the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991 (105 Stat. 2033; 119 Stat. 1213) is amended in the first sentence by striking and subsection (c)(83) subsection (c)(83), subsection (c)(89), and subsection (c)(90)

Summary: Eastern North Carolina Gateway Act of 2016 This bill amends the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991, as amended, to declare as high priority corridors on the National Highway System as well as segments of the Interstate System: U.S. Route 264 from its intersection with U.S. Route 64 (High Priority Corridor 13) near Zebulon, North Carolina, to Greenville, North Carolina; and the Eastern North Carolina Gateway Corridor from U.S. Route 70 (High Priority Corridor 82) in the vicinity of Kinston, North Carolina, passing in the vicinity of Greenville, North Carolina, to U.S. 64 (High Priority Corridor 13) in the vicinity of Bethel, North Carolina, and generally along the routes of U.S. Route 13 and North Carolina Highway 11.
Never Again Act

To amend title 38, United States Code, to ensure that certain veterans receive in-patient psychiatric care provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs. 1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Never Again Act 2. Provision of in-patient psychiatric care for veterans (a) In general Chapter 17 section 1720G 1720H. Provision of in-patient psychiatric care (a) Requirement To furnish care Except as provided by subsection (b), upon the request of a covered veteran, the Secretary shall furnish, or continue to furnish, to the covered veteran in-patient psychiatric care at the facility of the Department that— (1) is closest to where the veteran resides; and (2) has the capacity and capability to provide such care. (b) Non-Department facilities (1) If the Secretary determines, on a case-by-case basis, that a facility of the Department does not have the capability or capacity to furnish in-patient psychiatric care to a covered veteran pursuant to subsection (a), the Secretary shall furnish such care to such veteran at a non-Department facility. (2) For purposes of determining the rates of reimbursement for a non-Department facility that furnishes in-patient psychiatric care pursuant to paragraph (1), the Secretary shall treat such non-Department facility as a health care provider being reimbursed pursuant to section 101(d)(2) of the Veterans Access, Choice, and Accountability Act of 2014 ( Public Law 113–146 (c) Covered veteran defined In this section, the term covered veteran (1) enrolled in the health care system established under section 1705(a) of this title; and (2) entitled to in-patient psychiatric care furnished by the Secretary under this chapter. . (b) Clerical amendment The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 1704 the following new item: 1720H. Provision of in-patient psychiatric care. .

Summary: Never Again Act This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), upon the request of a veteran who is enrolled in the VA health care system and entitled to in-patient psychiatric care, to furnish such veteran with in-patient psychiatric care at: (1) the VA facility that is closest to where the veteran resides and that has the capacity and capability to provide such care, or (2) at a non-VA facility if the VA facility lacks such capacity or capability.
CLEAR SBA Act

To require the Small Business Administration to make information relating to lenders making covered loans publicly available, and for other purposes. 1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Communicating Lender Activity Reports from the Small Business Administration Act CLEAR SBA Act 2. SBA lender activity index Section 4 of the Small Business Act ( 15 U.S.C. 633 (i) SBA lender activity index (1) Definition In this subsection, the term covered loan 15 U.S.C. 661 et seq. (2) Requirement Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this subsection, the Administrator shall make publicly available on the Web site of the Administration a user-friendly database of information relating to lenders making covered loans (to be known as the Lender Activity Index (3) Data included (A) In general The database made available under paragraph (2) shall include, for each lender making a covered loan— (i) the name of the lender; (ii) the number of covered loans made by the lender; (iii) the total dollar amount of covered loans made by the lender; (iv) a list of each ZIP Code in which a recipient of a covered loan made by the lender is located; (v) a list of the industries of the recipients to which the lender made a covered loan; (vi) whether the covered loan is for an existing business or a new business; (vii) the number and total dollar amount of covered loans made by the lender to— (I) small business concerns owned and controlled by women; (II) socially and economically disadvantaged small business concerns (as defined in section 8(a)(4)(A)); and (III) small business concerns owned and controlled by veterans; and (viii) whether the covered loan was made under section 7(a) or under the program to provide financing to small business concerns through guarantees of loans under title V of the Small Business Investment Act of 1958 ( 15 U.S.C. 695 et seq. (B) Incorporation of data The Administrator shall— (i) include in the database made available under paragraph (2) information relating to covered loans made during fiscal years 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015; and (ii) incorporate information relating to covered loans on an ongoing basis. (C) Period of data availability The Administrator shall retain information relating to a covered loan in the database made available under paragraph (2) until not earlier than the end of the third fiscal year beginning after the fiscal year during which the covered loan was made. .

Summary: Communicating Lender Activity Reports from the Small Business Administration Act or the CLEAR SBA Act This bill amends the Small Business Act to define "covered loan" as a loan made or debenture issued under the Act or the Small Business Investment Act of 1958 by a private individual or entity. The bill requires the Small Business Administration to make publicly available on its website a Lender Activity Index (i.e., a user-friendly database of specified information relating to lenders making covered loans). The SBA shall: (1) include in the database information relating to covered loans made during FY2009-FY2015, and (2) incorporate information related to such loans on an ongoing basis.
Charles Duncan Buried with Honor Act of 2016

To amend title 38, United States Code, to authorize the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to furnish caskets and urns for burial in cemeteries of States and tribal organizations of veterans without next of kin or sufficient resources to provide for caskets or urns, and for other purposes. 1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Charles Duncan Buried with Honor Act of 2016 2. Caskets and urns for burial of certain veterans in cemeteries of States and tribal organizations Section 2306(f) of title 38, United States Code, is amended— (1) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking for burial in a national cemetery of a deceased veteran for burial of a deceased veteran in a national cemetery or in a veterans cemetery of a State or tribal organization for which the Department has provided a grant under section 2408 of this title (2) in paragraph (2), by striking the burial of the veteran in a national cemetery such burial

Summary: Charles Duncan Buried with Honor Act of 2016 This bill authorizes the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), if it is unable to identify a deceased veteran's next of kin and if it determines that sufficient resources for the furnishing of a casket or urn for the burial of such veteran are not otherwise available, to furnish a casket or urn for the burial of such veteran in a national cemetery (current law) or in a veterans cemetery of a state or tribal organization for which the VA has provided a grant for the establishment, expansion, and improvement of veterans' cemeteries.
Canyon Village Land Conveyance Act

To fulfill the land conveyance requirements under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act for the Alaska Native Village of Canyon Village, and for other purposes. 1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Canyon Village Land Conveyance Act 2. Canyon Village, Alaska, land conveyance Section 14(h) of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act ( 43 U.S.C. 1613(h) (1) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking and follows as follows (2) by striking the semicolon at the end of each of paragraphs (2) through (5) and inserting a period; (3) in paragraph (6), by striking this Act; this Act. (4) in paragraph (7), by striking and (5); and (5), and (12). (5) in paragraph (9), in the first sentence, by striking or (5) (5), or (12) (6) in paragraph (11), by striking and (6) (6), and (12) (7) by adding at the end the following: (12) Canyon Village (A) Conveyance (i) In general The Secretary shall convey to Kian Tr’ee Corporation, for the Native Village of Canyon Village, the surface estate in the land selected by the Kian Tr’ee Corporation under paragraph (2). (ii) Application For purposes of the conveyance under clause (i), sections 2650.2 and 2653.2(c) of title 43 of the Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations) shall not apply. (B) Limitation A conveyance under subparagraph (A) shall not exceed 6,400 acres. (C) Subsurface estate (i) In general Unless Doyon Limited elects to make a selection under clause (ii), the Secretary shall convey to Doyon Limited the subsurface estate to the land conveyed under subparagraph (A). (ii) Alternate selection At the option of Doyon Limited, instead of accepting the conveyance under clause (i)— (I) Doyon Limited may make a selection from existing selections on land withdrawn pursuant to section 11(a)(3) that is equal in acreage to the subsurface estate that would otherwise be conveyed under clause (i); and (II) the Secretary shall convey to Doyon Limited the subsurface estate selected under subclause (I). .

Summary: Canyon Village Land Conveyance Act This bill amends the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act to require the Department of the Interior to convey to Kian Tr'ee Corporation, an Alaska Native village corporation, for the Native village of Canyon Village, the surface estate of up to 6,400 acres of public land selected by the corporation. Interior must convey an equal acreage of subsurface estate to Doyon Limited, an Alaska Native regional corporation.
To preserve and protect the free choice of individual employees to form, join, or assist labor organizations, or to refrain from such activities.

To preserve and protect the free choice of individual employees to form, join, or assist labor organizations, or to refrain from such activities. 1. Short title This Act may be cited as the National Right-to-Work Act 2. Amendments to the national labor relations Act (a) Section 7 of the National Labor Relations Act (the Act 29 U.S.C. 157 except to authorized in section 8(a)(3) (b) Section 8(a) of the Act ( 29 U.S.C. 158(a) : Provided, retaining membership (c) Section 8(b) of the Act ( 29 U.S.C. 158(b) or to discriminate retaining membership covered by an agreement authorized under subsection (a)(3) of this section (d) Section 8(f) of the Act ( 29 U.S.C. 158(f) 3. Amendment to the Railway Labor Act Section 2 of the Railway Labor Act ( 45 U.S.C. 152

Summary: National Right-to-Work Act Amends the National Labor Relations Act and the Railway Labor Act to repeal those provisions that permit employers, pursuant to a collective bargaining agreement that is a union security agreement, to require employees to join a union as a condition of employment (including provisions permitting railroad carriers to require, pursuant to such an agreement, payroll deduction of union dues or fees as a condition of employment).