hyperdemocracy/usc-billstatus huggingface dataset:
DIRECT Funds for Border Security Act

Bill: 117-hr-9023
Sponsor: Rep. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-22]
Introduced: 2022-09-28 in the House
Policy area: Taxation

Summary:
action_date: 2022-09-28
text: 
 
Diverting IRS Resources to the Exigent Crisis Through Funds for Border Security Act or the DIRECT Funds for Border Security Act

 
This bill rescinds unobligated amounts for Internal Revenue Service enforcement activities enacted by the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 and redirects such amounts to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection for the hiring of new agents and officers for the security of the southern border of the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-09-28
text: Referred to the Committee on Appropriations, 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: 2022-09-28
text: Referred to the Committee on Appropriations, 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: 2022-09-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-09-28
text: Introduced in House
DRILL Act

Bill: 117-hr-9024
Sponsor: Rep. Tiffany, Thomas P. [R-WI-7]
Introduced: 2022-09-28 in the House
Policy area: Energy

Summary:
action_date: 2022-09-28
text: 

Directing Responsibility to Interior for Leases and Licenses Act or the DRILL Act

 
This bill requires the Department of the Interior to issue permits under the Mineral Leasing Act for all pending applications to drill for oil and gas on public land if the applications are complete and meet the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 and other applicable law. 
 
In addition, the bill creates a variety of requirements for Interior to report on and publish data concerning leases and permits to develop oil, gas, and renewable energy.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-10-28
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation and Forestry.
action_date: 2022-09-28
text: Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture, 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: 2022-09-28
text: Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture, 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: 2022-09-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-09-28
text: Introduced in House
Determination of NEPA Adequacy Streamlining Act

Bill: 117-hr-9025
Sponsor: Rep. Valadao, David G. [R-CA-21]
Introduced: 2022-09-28 in the House
Policy area: Environmental Protection

Summary:
action_date: 2022-09-28
text: 

Determination of NEPA Adequacy Streamlining Act

 
This bill requires the Department of Agriculture and the Department of the Interior to use a previously completed environmental assessment or environmental impact statement required under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 for a proposed transmission, pipeline, or renewable energy facility project if the proposed project is substantially the same as one addressed in the previous assessment or statement.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-10-28
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation and Forestry.
action_date: 2022-09-28
text: Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture, 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: 2022-09-28
text: Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture, 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: 2022-09-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-09-28
text: Introduced in House
Climate Adaptation Plan Act

Bill: 117-hr-9026
Sponsor: Rep. Escobar, Veronica [D-TX-16]
Introduced: 2022-09-29 in the House
Policy area: Environmental Protection

Summary:
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: 

Climate Adaptation Plan Act or the CAP Act

 
This bill requires the Environmental Protection Agency to award competitive grants to Indian tribes or localities for developing climate adaptation plans (i.e., a framework for measuring, tracking, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions and adopting climate change adaptation measures).


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-09-30
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change.
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Introduced in House
Ocean Restoration Research and Development Act of 2022

Bill: 117-hr-9027
Sponsor: Rep. McKinley, David B. [R-WV-1]
Introduced: 2022-09-29 in the House
Policy area: Public Lands and Natural Resources

Summary:
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: 

Ocean Restoration Research and Development Act of 2022

 
This bill directs the Department of Energy (DOE) to establish a pilot program for the research and development of ocean replenishment and restoration technologies and techniques that have the potential to achieve regional-to-global scale ocean restoration, enhancement of fisheries, conservation of marine mammals, and emissions reductions.
 
DOE shall prioritize activities that take place in pelagic waters and will not stimulate phytoplankton production that causes or accelerates harmful algal blooms in coastal waters. 
Pelagic waters
 means the part of the open sea or ocean other than coastal waters.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Introduced in House
21st Century Assistive Technology Act

Bill: 117-hr-9028
Sponsor: Rep. DeSaulnier, Mark [D-CA-11]
Introduced: 2022-09-29 in the House
Policy area: Social Welfare

Summary:
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: 

21st Century Assistive Technology Act

 
This bill reauthorizes through FY2027, modifies the funding allocations for, and makes administrative and other changes to programs that increase access to assistive technology devices and assistive technology services for individuals with disabilities. An assistive technology device includes any item, piece of equipment, or system that is used to maintain or improve the functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities (e.g., wheelchairs, hearing aids, or screen readers and computer software), and an assistive technology service is a service that directly assists an individual with a disability with selecting or using such devices, including by evaluating the individual's needs or expanding access to such devices and technology.
 
Specific changes include expanding the scope of certain technical assistance to support grant recipients with data collection and increasing collaboration between agencies that are implementing certain assistive technology grants and state agencies that receive other sources of federal funding for this technology.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Introduced in House
Ouachita National Forest Overnight Camping Act

Bill: 117-hr-9029
Sponsor: Rep. Westerman, Bruce [R-AR-4]
Introduced: 2022-09-29 in the House
Policy area: Public Lands and Natural Resources
Subjects: Arkansas
Forests, forestry, trees
Outdoor recreation
Sports and recreation facilities

Summary:
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: 

Ouachita National Forest Overnight Camping Act

 
This bill requires the identification and development of campsites and related facilities in the Ouachita National Forest in Arkansas.
 
The Department of Agriculture (USDA) shall (1) identify areas within Albert Pike Recreation Area that may be suitable for overnight camping; (2) review each area identified; and (3) from the areas identified, select and establish campsites and related facilities within the recreation area for public use. 
 
USDA must ensure (1) that at least 54 campsites are available, of which not less than 8 shall have electric and water hookups; and (2) that each campsite and related facility identified or established is located outside of the 1% annual exceedance probability flood elevation.
 
Not later than 30 days after the enactment of this bill, USDA shall open each campsite within the recreation area that (1) exists on the enactment of this bill, and (2) is located outside of the 1% annual exceedance probability flood elevation.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Introduced in House
Repealing the Ill-Conceived and Problematic (RIP) Book Minimum Tax Act

Bill: 117-hr-9030
Sponsor: Rep. Arrington, Jodey C. [R-TX-19]
Introduced: 2022-09-29 in the House
Policy area: Taxation

Summary:
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: 

Repealing the Ill-Conceived and Problematic (RIP) Book Minimum Tax Act

 
This bill repeals the 15% alternative minimum tax on corporations enacted by the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Introduced in House
No Pay for Congressional Recklessness Act

Bill: 117-hr-9031
Sponsor: Rep. Norman, Ralph [R-SC-5]
Introduced: 2022-09-29 in the House
Policy area: Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: 

No Pay for Congressional Recklessness Act

 
This bill withholds congressional salaries and restricts the use of federal funds for travel by Members of Congress and executive branch employees while a continuing resolution (CR) is in effect. For the 118th Congress and subsequent Congresses, the bill also reduces congressional salaries by 1% for each day that a CR is in effect. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Reform, 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: 2022-09-29
text: Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Reform, 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: 2022-09-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Introduced in House
Controlling America’s Perilous Spending Act

Bill: 117-hr-9032
Sponsor: Rep. Arrington, Jodey C. [R-TX-19]
Introduced: 2022-09-29 in the House
Policy area: Economics and Public Finance

Summary:
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: 

Controlling America's Perilous Spending Act

 
This bill establishes annual discretionary spending limits for FY2023-FY2032. 
 
The bill also establishes a budget point of order that may be raised against legislation that prevents a sequestration order from taking effect, such as legislation that suspends or waives an order. (Sequestration is a process of automatic, usually across-the-board spending reductions under which budgetary resources are permanently cancelled to enforce specific budget policy goals.) 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Referred to the Committee on the Budget, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, 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: 2022-09-29
text: Referred to the Committee on the Budget, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, 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: 2022-09-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Introduced in House
SHORT Act

Bill: 117-hr-9033
Sponsor: Rep. Clyde, Andrew S. [R-GA-9]
Introduced: 2022-09-29 in the House
Policy area: Taxation

Summary:
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: 

Stop Harassing Owners of Rifles Today Act or the SHORT Act

 
This bill removes certain short-barreled rifles, short-barreled shotguns, and other weapons from the definition of a 
firearm
 for purposes of regulation under the National Firearms Act (NFA).
 
The bill also eliminates certain restrictions that apply to the sale or transportation of such rifles and shotguns in interstate commerce. 
 
If a state or local registration or licensing requirement is determined by reference to the NFA, the bill treats persons who acquire or possess a short-barreled rifle, short-barreled shotgun, or other weapon in accordance with the Gun Control Act of 1968 as meeting the registration and licensing requirements. 
 
The bill preempts certain state or local laws that tax or regulate these rifles and shotguns.
 
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives must destroy records relating to the registration, transfer, or manufacture of applicable weapons described by this bill within one year after the enactment of this bill.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-11-01
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, 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: 2022-09-29
text: Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, 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: 2022-09-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Introduced in House
HEART Act

Bill: 117-hr-9034
Sponsor: Rep. Arrington, Jodey C. [R-TX-19]
Introduced: 2022-09-29 in the House
Policy area: Health

Summary:
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: 

Healthcare Enhancement for Americas Rural Towns Act or the HEART Act

 
This bill permanently extends and otherwise revises the Medicare-Dependent Hospital program, which provides additional payments to certain small rural hospitals that have a high proportion of Medicare patients. The bill also temporarily extends certain increased payment adjustments for low-volume hospitals under Medicare's inpatient prospective payment system.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Introduced in House
Farmers Deserve Notification Act

Bill: 117-hr-9035
Sponsor: Rep. Baird, James R. [R-IN-4]
Introduced: 2022-09-29 in the House
Policy area: Environmental Protection

Summary:
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: 

Farmers Deserve Notification Act

 
This bill requires the Environmental Protection Agency to provide at least 270 days advance notice in the Federal Register when a pesticide registered under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act is to be canceled, suspended, or restricted, except in cases where the Scientific Advisory Panel votes to not require the notification period with respect to a pesticide.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-10-28
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Biotechnology, Horticulture, and Research.
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Introduced in House
Peer-to-Peer Suicide Prevention Act

Bill: 117-hr-9036
Sponsor: Rep. Beyer, Donald S., Jr. [D-VA-8]
Introduced: 2022-09-29 in the House
Policy area: Education

Summary:
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: 

Peer-to-Peer Suicide Prevention Act

 
This bill directs the Department of Education to establish a program to award grants to eligible entities (e.g., local educational agencies) for facilitating peer-to-peer suicide prevention programs for middle and high school students.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-09-30
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2022-09-29
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: 2022-09-29
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: 2022-09-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Introduced in House
KIDS Health Act of 2022

Bill: 117-hr-9037
Sponsor: Rep. Blunt Rochester, Lisa [D-DE-At Large]
Introduced: 2022-09-29 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Child health
Congressional oversight
Drug, alcohol, tobacco use
Government information and archives
Government studies and investigations
Health care coverage and access
Health information and medical records
Health programs administration and funding
Intergovernmental relations
Mental health
Poverty and welfare assistance

Summary:
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: 

Kickstarting Innovative Demonstrations Supporting Kids Health Act of 2022 or the KIDS Health Act of 

2022

 
This bill requires the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to implement a demonstration program that supports a whole child health model for children under Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP).
 
Specifically, the CMS must award grants to up to 15 states to plan and implement a health care model that supports the physical, behavioral, social, and other needs of children who qualify for Medicaid or CHIP through care coordination and integrated supportive services. States must implement models for 4-6 years. The CMS must provide technical assistance and guidance to states for the demonstration program. The bill also provides for an 80% federal matching rate for program costs.
 
The Government Accountability Office must report on program outcomes.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-09-30
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Introduced in House
Thriving Community Gardens Act

Bill: 117-hr-9038
Sponsor: Rep. Brown, Shontel M. [D-OH-11]
Introduced: 2022-09-29 in the House
Policy area: Education

Summary:
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: 

Thriving Community Gardens Act

 
This bill allows local educational agencies to use Student Support and Academic Enrichment grants for the development and maintenance of school or community gardens. Additionally, the bill directs the Department of Education to regularly collect information and publish best practices for the development and maintenance of community gardens.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Introduced in House
No Chips for China Act

Bill: 117-hr-9039
Sponsor: Rep. Budd, Ted [R-NC-13]
Introduced: 2022-09-29 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs

Summary:
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: 

No Chips for China Act

 
This bill requires U.S. semiconductor manufacturers receiving Department of Commerce incentive funds to agree to not engage in any significant transaction involving the transport, export, or sale of any semiconductor sub-14 nanometer manufacturing processes with Chinese firms. The bill allows for an exception if Commerce grants an export license.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-09-30
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce.
action_date: 2022-09-29
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: 2022-09-29
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: 2022-09-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Introduced in House
Reproductive Health Care Accessibility Act

Bill: 117-hr-9040
Sponsor: Rep. Bush, Cori [D-MO-1]
Introduced: 2022-09-29 in the House
Policy area: Health

Summary:
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: 

Reproductive Health Care Accessibility Act

 
This bill establishes various grants and related programs that address sexual and reproductive health care for individuals with disabilities.
 
Specifically, the Health Resources and Services Administration must support
 
 
training for health care providers who offer sexual and reproductive health care to individuals with disabilities, and
 
educating individuals with disabilities about sexual and reproductive health care.
 
 The Administration for Community Living must establish a national center to provide recommendations, technical assistance, and other resources related to the provision of sexual and reproductive health care for individuals with disabilities. 
The bill also authorizes support for medical schools, nursing schools, and other educational institutions that offer obstetrics and gynecology training programs to expand the number of individuals with disabilities entering the reproductive health care workforce.
 
Additionally, the Department of Health and Human Services must study the effectiveness and other aspects of reproductive health care services and programs for individuals with disabilities.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-09-30
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Introduced in House
Domestic Reinvestment Act of 2022

Bill: 117-hr-9041
Sponsor: Rep. Clyburn, James E. [D-SC-6]
Introduced: 2022-09-29 in the House
Policy area: Foreign Trade and International Finance
Subjects: Competitiveness, trade promotion, trade deficits
Tariffs

Summary:
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: 

Domestic Reinvestment Act of 2022

 
This bill prohibits the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or any other person from requiring any repayment, recoupment, or offset of certain antidumping and countervailing duties. The bill also requires DHS, within 90 days, to (1) refund any repayment or recoupment of these payments, and (2) fully distribute any antidumping or countervailing duties withheld as an offset by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-09-29
text: Introduced in House