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Healthy Dog Importation Act

Bill: 116-hr-6921
Sponsor: Rep. Abraham, Ralph Lee [R-LA-5]
Introduced: 2020-05-19 in the House
Policy area: Agriculture and Food
Subjects: Administrative law and regulatory procedures
Animal protection and human-animal relationships
Department of Agriculture
Government information and archives
Health information and medical records
Intergovernmental relations
Mammals
Trade restrictions
User charges and fees
Veterinary medicine and animal diseases

Summary:
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: 

Healthy Dog Importation Act 

 
This bill imposes requirements on the importation of live dogs. 
 
Specifically, the bill prohibits the importation of a live dog into the United States unless the Department of Agriculture (USDA) determines the dog (1) is in good health, (2) has received all necessary vaccinations and demonstrated negative test results as evidenced by a certificate from a licensed veterinarian, and (3) is officially identified by a permanent method approved by USDA. Additionally, dogs entering the United States for transfer must be at least six months of age and accompanied by a USDA permit. Transfer is defined as a change of ownership or control of an imported dog to another person, including by sale, adoption, exchange, or donation. 
 
USDA must provide an exception to any requirements under the bill for dogs that are transferred for (1) research purposes; (2) veterinary treatment under certain conditions, including appropriate quarantining; or (3) lawful importation into the state of Hawaii if the dog is not transported out of Hawaii for resale at less than six months of age. 
 
USDA also has enforcement authority under the bill.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Introduced in House
BASE Protection Act

Bill: 116-hr-6922
Sponsor: Rep. Bacon, Don [R-NE-2]
Introduced: 2020-05-19 in the House
Policy area: Water Resources Development
Subjects: Army Corps of Engineers
Congressional oversight
Licensing and registrations
Military facilities and property

Summary:
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: 

Base Applications Sped Expeditiously Protection Act or the BASE Protection Act

 
This bill requires the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to prioritize the review of applications for alterations to flood control projects that will provide a military installation with new or enhanced resilience.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-05-20
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Introduced in House
Coronavirus Front-Line Responders Commemorative Coin Act

Bill: 116-hr-6923
Sponsor: Rep. Bergman, Jack [R-MI-1]
Introduced: 2020-05-19 in the House
Policy area: Finance and Financial Sector
Subjects: Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Currency
Department of Health and Human Services
Emergency medical services and trauma care
Executive agency funding and structure
First responders and emergency personnel
Health personnel
Health programs administration and funding
Infectious and parasitic diseases
Medical research
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Summary:
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: 

Coronavirus Front-Line Responders Commemorative Coin Act

 
This bill directs the Department of the Treasury to mint and issue up to 50,000 $5 gold coins, 400,000 $1 silver coins, and 300,000 half dollar clad coins in honor and commemoration of the work of the frontline responders to the coronavirus (i.e., the virus that causes COVID-19) pandemic.
 
All surcharges received from the sale of coins issued under this bill shall be promptly paid to the CDC Foundation to support the health care response to infectious diseases and pandemics. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Introduced in House
At-Home Testing Prize Competitions Act of 2020

Bill: 116-hr-6924
Sponsor: Rep. Beyer, Donald S., Jr. [D-VA-8]
Introduced: 2020-05-19 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Education programs funding
Emergency medical services and trauma care
Government information and archives
Health programs administration and funding
Higher education
Home and outpatient care
Infectious and parasitic diseases
Medical research
Medical tests and diagnostic methods
Research administration and funding

Summary:
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: 

At-Home Testing Prize Competitions Act of 2020

 
This bill requires the National Institutes of Health (NIH), in consultation with the National Institutes of Standards and Technology (NIST), to conduct a prize competition for institutions of higher education in order to incentivize research on at-home testing that is capable of detecting current or past infection with COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) and meets other specified criteria. The NIST must assist the NIH with the development of certain validation protocols and standards for the testing. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Introduced in House
Medical Innovation Acceleration Act of 2020

Bill: 116-hr-6925
Sponsor: Rep. Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5]
Introduced: 2020-05-19 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Administrative remedies
Drug safety, medical device, and laboratory regulation
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Summary:
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: 

Medical Innovation Acceleration Act of 2020

 
This bill exempts non-invasive diagnostic devices from the regulatory authority of the Food and Drug Administration. 
 
The bill defines 
non-invasive diagnostic device
 as one that does not penetrate the skin or any other membrane of the body, is not inserted or implanted into the body, causes no more than ephemeral compression or temperature changes to in situ bodily tissues, and does not subject bodily tissues to ionizing radiation.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Introduced in House
MIND Act

Bill: 116-hr-6926
Sponsor: Rep. Boyle, Brendan F. [D-PA-2]
Introduced: 2020-05-19 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Emergency medical services and trauma care
Hospital care
Infectious and parasitic diseases
Medicaid
Mental health

Summary:
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: 

Meeting IMD Needs with Direction Act or the MIND Act

 
This bill temporarily allows states to receive federal Medicaid payment for services provided in institutions for mental diseases (IMDs) during the public health emergency relating to COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) and for 180 days after the emergency ends.
 
Current law generally prohibits federal payment under Medicaid for services provided in IMDs for individuals under the age of 65 (although states may receive payment through certain mechanisms, such as through a Medicaid demonstration waiver). 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Introduced in House
Advancing New and Advanced Materials Act

Bill: 116-hr-6927
Sponsor: Rep. Bucshon, Larry [R-IN-8]
Introduced: 2020-05-19 in the House
Policy area: Commerce
Subjects: Advanced technology and technological innovations
Congressional oversight
Government studies and investigations
Intergovernmental relations
Materials
Retail and wholesale trades
State and local government operations

Summary:
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: 

Advancing New and Advanced Materials Act

 
This bill requires the Department of Commerce to study and report on the impact of new and advanced materials, including synthetically derived or enhanced natural properties, on U.S. businesses conducting interstate commerce.
 
Such study shall involve, among other things, (1) listing industry sectors that develop, use, or rely on new and advanced materials and reviewing uses and potential applications of such materials; (2) establishing a list of federal agencies asserting jurisdiction over such industry sectors; and (3) assessing risks and trends in relevant marketplaces and supply chains that impact new and advanced materials.
 
Commerce must report to Congress the results of such study and any recommendations to promote the adoption of new and advanced materials. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Science, Space, and Technology, and Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Science, Space, and Technology, and Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Science, Space, and Technology, and Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Introduced in House
Advancing 3D Printing Act

Bill: 116-hr-6928
Sponsor: Rep. Burgess, Michael C. [R-TX-26]
Introduced: 2020-05-19 in the House
Policy area: Commerce
Subjects: Advanced technology and technological innovations
Computers and information technology
Congressional oversight
Digital media
Government studies and investigations
Intergovernmental relations
Manufacturing
Public-private cooperation
Retail and wholesale trades

Summary:
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: 

Advancing 3D Printing Act

 
This bill requires the Consumer Product Safety Commission to study and report on the commercial impact of three-dimensional printing.
 
Such study must involve, among other things (1) listing industry sectors that develop and use three-dimensional printing and public-private partnerships focused on promoting the adoption and use of such technology, (2) establishing a list of federal agencies asserting jurisdiction over such industry sectors and entities, and (3) assessing risks and trends in the marketplace and supply chain of three-dimensional printing. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Science, Space, and Technology, and Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Science, Space, and Technology, and Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Science, Space, and Technology, and Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Introduced in House
Advancing Facial Recognition Act

Bill: 116-hr-6929
Sponsor: Rep. Carter, Earl L. "Buddy" [R-GA-1]
Introduced: 2020-05-19 in the House
Policy area: Commerce
Subjects: Advanced technology and technological innovations
Computers and information technology
Congressional oversight
Government studies and investigations
Homeland security
Intergovernmental relations
Public-private cooperation

Summary:
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: 

Advancing Facial Recognition Act

 
This bill requires the Department of Commerce to study and report on the impact of facial recognition on U.S. businesses conducting interstate commerce.
 
Such study shall involve, among other things, (1) listing industry sectors that develop and use facial recognition technology and public-private partnerships focused on promoting the adoption and use of such technology, (2) establishing a list of federal agencies asserting jurisdiction over such industry sectors and entities, (3) assessing risks and trends in the marketplace and supply chain of facial recognition technology, and (4) identifying potential harms to individuals related to the use of such technology.
 
Commerce must report to Congress the results of such study and any recommendations to promote the adoption of facial recognition technology. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Science, Space, and Technology, and Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Science, Space, and Technology, and Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Science, Space, and Technology, and Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Introduced in House
MADE in America Act of 2020

Bill: 116-hr-6930
Sponsor: Rep. Carter, Earl L. "Buddy" [R-GA-1]
Introduced: 2020-05-19 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Administrative law and regulatory procedures
Advanced technology and technological innovations
Buy American requirements
Department of Health and Human Services
Drug safety, medical device, and laboratory regulation
Foreign and international corporations
Government information and archives
Government studies and investigations
Health technology, devices, supplies
Income tax credits
Income tax deductions
Manufacturing
Prescription drugs
Taxation of foreign income
Technology assessment
Wages and earnings

Summary:
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: 

Manufacturing API, Drugs, and Excipients in America Act of 2020 or the MADE in America Act of 2020

 
This bill establishes a tax credit for taxpayers engaged in medical production activities in certain areas and contains other provisions related to pharmaceuticals.
 
An eligible taxpayer may claim a tax credit equal to 30% of qualified expenditures related to the production of pharmaceuticals, medical devices, or other related items in a designated qualified opportunity zone with a poverty rate higher than 30%. 
 
In addition, the Food and Drug Administration shall continue a program to evaluate new drug manufacturing technologies included in an application for approval of a drug or biological product. The bill imposes various requirements on this program, including deadlines for evaluating such a technology. 
 
Furthermore, the Department of Health and Human Services shall establish or expand programs to promote regulatory consistency and cooperation with drug regulatory authorities in other countries.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Introduced in House
Professional Boxing Safety Enhancement Act of 2020

Bill: 116-hr-6931
Sponsor: Rep. Cartwright, Matt [D-PA-8]
Introduced: 2020-05-19 in the House
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Athletes
Digestive and metabolic diseases
Emergency medical services and trauma care
HIV/AIDS
Health personnel
Infectious and parasitic diseases
Licensing and registrations
Medical tests and diagnostic methods
Professional sports
Worker safety and health

Summary:
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: 

Professional Boxing Safety Enhancement Act of 2020

 
This bill repeals a provision allowing a professional boxing match to meet an alternative requirement in effect under regulations of a boxing commission that provides protection of the health and safety of boxers and that is equivalent to requirements otherwise provided under the Professional Boxing Safety Act of 1996.
 
A boxer shall provide with the application for a boxing license, or its renewal, an original or certified copy of the results of medical tests that (1) were performed by a laboratory during the calendar year for which the license is being issued or no earlier than 30 days before the application is submitted, and (2) show that the boxer is not infected with the human immunodeficiency virus or the hepatitis virus.
 
The bill requires an ambulance and emergency medical personnel with appropriate resuscitation equipment (currently, one or the other) to be continuously present on site.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Referred to the Committee on Education and Labor, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Referred to the Committee on Education and Labor, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Introduced in House
To direct the Secretary of Defense to phase-in zero-emission non-tactical vehicles and reduce the petroleum consumption of the Department of Defense Federal fleet, and for other purposes.

Bill: 116-hr-6932
Sponsor: Rep. Cisneros, Gilbert Ray, Jr. [D-CA-39]
Introduced: 2020-05-19 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Congressional oversight
Hybrid, electric, and advanced technology vehicles
Military facilities and property
Motor fuels
Motor vehicles
Oil and gas

Summary:
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: 
This bill directs the Department of Defense (DOD) to phase in zero-emission non-tactical vehicles and reduce the petroleum consumption of the DOD federal fleet.
 
DOD must replace non-tactical vehicles ending their service lives with vehicles that are zero-emission. DOD must report on the feasibility of this requirement and may request an exception.
 
DOD must endeavor to reduce by October 1, 2030, its federal fleet annual petroleum consumption by 50% compared to FY2005 levels. If DOD cannot meet this goal, it must report on technical and practical constraints.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Introduced in House
Caring for Survivors Act of 2020

Bill: 116-hr-6933
Sponsor: Rep. Cox, TJ [D-CA-21]
Introduced: 2020-05-19 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Disability assistance
Marriage and family status
Veterans' pensions and compensation

Summary:
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: 

Caring for Survivors Act of 2020

 
This bill increases the monthly rate of dependency and indemnity compensation payable to surviving spouses through the Department of Veterans Affairs. 
 
The bill also adjusts the amount payable to surviving spouses and children of veterans who were rated as totally disabled for a period of less than 10 years before their death.
 
Finally, the bill authorizes the furnishing of dependency and indemnity compensation for surviving spouses who remarry after the age of 55.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-06-16
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-05-19
text: Introduced in House