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U.S.-Israel Partnership and Abraham Accords Enhancement Act of 2023

Bill: 118-hr-3792
Sponsor: Rep. Wilson, Joe [R-SC-2]
Introduced: 2023-06-01 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs

Summary:
action_date: 2023-06-01
text: 

U.S.-Israel Partnership and Abraham Accords Enhancement Act of 2023

This bill modifies and extends certain authorities related to Israel. For example, the bill 

extends the authorization for the Department of Defense (DOD) to transfer certain defense items to Israel; 

extends the authorization to finance cooperative projects among the United States, Israel, and developing countries related to water resources, agriculture, and energy storage; 

extends energy cooperation and authorizes the Department of Energy to make grants to Israel to support advanced nuclear technologies, as well as for carbon capture, utilization, and storage; 

requires the U.S. Agency for International Development to ensure that applicants from Abraham Accord countries are eligible for Middle East Regional Cooperation grants; and 

requires the Department of State to report to Congress on U.S. diplomatic efforts to oppose politically motivated investigations against the United States and Israel at the International Criminal Court.



Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-06-01
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, 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: 2023-06-01
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, 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: 2023-06-01
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-06-01
text: Introduced in House
Ensuring Access to Lifesaving Drugs Act of 2023

Bill: 118-hr-3793
Sponsor: Rep. Slotkin, Elissa [D-MI-7]
Introduced: 2023-06-05 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Civil actions and liability
Consumer affairs
Government information and archives
Prescription drugs

Summary:
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: 

Ensuring Access to Lifesaving Drugs Act of 2023

This bill allows the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to obtain additional information from manufacturers of life-saving drugs in order to assess and potentially modify the drug's expiration date. (The bill defines 
life-saving drug
 as a medical countermeasure or a drug that is in short supply and that is life-supporting, life-sustaining, or intended to be used to prevent or treat a debilitating disease or condition in humans or animals.)

Specifically, the FDA may order a manufacturer of a life-saving drug to submit data and other information from any stage of the drug's development in order to assess the drug's stability and the longest supported expiration date. If such information is not readily available, the FDA may order the manufacturer to conduct additional studies. The FDA may require changes to the drug's label accordingly. Manufacturers that fail to comply are subject to civil penalties. 

 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-06-09
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Introduced in House
FLASH Act of 2023

Bill: 118-hr-3794
Sponsor: Rep. Garcia, Robert [D-CA-42]
Introduced: 2023-06-05 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Advanced technology and technological innovations
Congressional oversight
Emergency planning and evacuation
Health technology, devices, supplies
Infectious and parasitic diseases
Public contracts and procurement
Research administration and funding
Research and development
Technology transfer and commercialization

Summary:
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: 

Fast-track Logistics for Acquiring Supplies in a Hurry Act of 2023 or the FLASH Act of 2023

This bill expands federal contracting and other authorities to support the development and acquisition of products and supplies that are necessary for national public health and health security.

Specifically, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) may use noncompetitive procedures to procure medical countermeasures (e.g., vaccines), chemical materials and reagents, manufacturing supplies, and similar items that are needed to develop products for national public health and health security.

Additionally, HHS may acquire, subject to dollar limits and other conditions, innovative commercial products and services by soliciting proposals and selecting proposals through peer review.

Further, the bill expands the activities of the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) to include supporting the design and development of prototypes for products to diagnose, mitigate, prevent, treat, or otherwise respond to biological, chemical, radiological, or nuclear threats, including pandemics or epidemics. If BARDA enters an initial transaction to design or develop such a test or prototype using competitive procedures, BARDA may use noncompetitive procedures for a follow-on transaction to produce the test or prototype.
 

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-06-22
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H3077)
action_date: 2023-06-09
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Introduced in House
To amend the Public Health Service Act to require the development of a diagnostic testing preparedness plan to be used during public health emergencies, and for other purposes.

Bill: 118-hr-3795
Sponsor: Rep. Pence, Greg [R-IN-6]
Introduced: 2023-06-05 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Chemical and biological weapons
Congressional oversight
Emergency planning and evacuation
Government information and archives
Infectious and parasitic diseases
Medical tests and diagnostic methods
Public-private cooperation

Summary:
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: 
This bill requires the Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response (ASPR) to develop a strategic plan that supports rapid deployment of diagnostic tests during public health emergencies.

Specifically, ASPR must develop and periodically update a plan for rapid development, procurement, and distribution of diagnostic tests during public health emergencies, including laboratory and at-home tests. The plan must promote collaboration among government agencies and private sector stakeholders (e.g., manufacturers of diagnostic tests). 

 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-06-09
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Introduced in House
To provide for the extension of taxes funding the Airport and Airway Trust Fund and to require the designation of certain airports as ports of entry.

Bill: 118-hr-3796
Sponsor: Rep. Smith, Jason [R-MO-8]
Introduced: 2023-06-05 in the House
Policy area: Foreign Trade and International Finance
Subjects: Aviation and airports
Government trust funds
Motor fuels
Sales and excise taxes

Summary:
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: 

This bill extends certain excise taxes related to air travel. It also requires the designation of certain airports as ports of entry.
 
First, the bill extends through September 30, 2028, the authority for the Federal Aviation and Administration to collect various taxes and fees to fund the Airport and Airway Trust Fund, including taxes on aviation fuel and airline tickets. 
 
Second, the bill requires the President to designate certain primary airports near the border as ports of entry and terminate the user fee requirement for customs services at these airports.

action_date: 2023-06-12
text: 
This bill extends certain excise taxes related to air travel. It also requires the designation of certain airports as ports of entry.
 
First, the bill extends through September 30, 2028, the authority for the Federal Aviation and Administration to collect various taxes and fees to fund the Airport and Airway Trust Fund, including taxes on aviation fuel and airline tickets. 
 
Second, the bill requires the President to designate certain primary airports near the border as ports of entry and terminate the user fee requirement for customs services at these airports.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-06-12
text: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 81.
action_date: 2023-06-12
text: Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Ways and Means. H. Rept. 118-105.
action_date: 2023-06-12
text: Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Ways and Means. H. Rept. 118-105.
action_date: 2023-06-07
text: Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 23 - 18.
action_date: 2023-06-07
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Introduced in House
Small Business Flexibility Act

Bill: 118-hr-3798
Sponsor: Rep. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-24]
Introduced: 2023-06-05 in the House
Policy area: Taxation
Subjects: Employee benefits and pensions
Health care costs and insurance
Health care coverage and access
Small business

Summary:
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: 

Small Business Flexibility Act 

This bill requires the Internal Revenue Service to notify employers, particularly small businesses, about the availability of individual coverage health reimbursement arrangements (ICHRAs), qualified small employer health reimbursement arrangements (QSEHRAs), and the small business health care tax credit.

Under ICHRAs, employers agree to reimburse employees for incurred medical expenses up to a limit for a specified period (e.g., a calendar year), and employees obtain their own individual coverage that meets certain requirements of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (coverage of preventive services and no annual or lifetime limits). QSEHRAs are available to employers with fewer than 50 full-time employees. The small business health care tax credit is available to employers with fewer than 25 full-time employees.
 
action_date: 2023-06-12
text: 

Small Business Flexibility Act 

This bill requires the Internal Revenue Service to notify employers, particularly small businesses, about the availability of individual coverage health reimbursement arrangements (ICHRAs), qualified small employer health reimbursement arrangements (QSEHRAs), and the small business health care tax credit.

Under ICHRAs, employers agree to reimburse employees for incurred medical expenses up to a limit for a specified period (e.g., a calendar year), and employees obtain their own individual coverage that meets certain requirements of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (coverage of preventive services and no annual or lifetime limits). QSEHRAs are available to employers with fewer than 50 full-time employees. The small business health care tax credit is available to employers with fewer than 25 full-time employees.
 

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-06-12
text: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 82.
action_date: 2023-06-12
text: Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Ways and Means. H. Rept. 118-106.
action_date: 2023-06-12
text: Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Ways and Means. H. Rept. 118-106.
action_date: 2023-06-07
text: Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 36 - 3.
action_date: 2023-06-07
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Introduced in House
Chronic Disease Flexible Coverage Act

Bill: 118-hr-3800
Sponsor: Rep. Wenstrup, Brad R. [R-OH-2]
Introduced: 2023-06-05 in the House
Policy area: Taxation
Subjects: Health care costs and insurance
Health care coverage and access
Health promotion and preventive care
Income tax deductions

Summary:
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: 

Chronic Disease Flexible Coverage Act

This bill provides statutory authority for certain guidance from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) that expands the types of preventive care that may be offered under high deductible health plans (HDHPs) without a deductible.

In 2019, the IRS issued guidance that allows HDHPs to cover certain items and services for individuals with chronic conditions without a deductible, including medications and monitoring devices for those with diabetes or heart conditions. The bill provides statutory authority for this guidance. 
 

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-09-18
text: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
action_date: 2024-09-17
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2024-09-17
text: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5273)
action_date: 2024-09-17
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5273)
action_date: 2024-09-17
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3800.
action_date: 2024-09-17
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5273-5274)
action_date: 2024-09-17
text: Mr. Smith (MO) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
action_date: 2024-09-17
text: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 575.
action_date: 2024-09-17
text: Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Ways and Means. H. Rept. 118-680.
action_date: 2024-09-17
text: Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Ways and Means. H. Rept. 118-680.
action_date: 2023-06-07
text: Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 34 - 6.
action_date: 2023-06-07
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Introduced in House
Precipitation Forecasting for Agriculture Act.

Bill: 118-hr-3802
Sponsor: Rep. Baird, James R. [R-IN-4]
Introduced: 2023-06-05 in the House
Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications

Summary:
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: 

Precipitation Forecasting for Agriculture Act

This bill requires the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to establish a pilot program that supports precipitation forecasts for agriculture in the central United States.

Specifically, NOAA must establish at least one pilot program within the U.S. Weather Research Program to improve subseasonal and seasonal precipitation forecasts for agriculture in the central states, including modeling improvements with respect to soil moisture, flash droughts, and large-scale seasonal events. The program must utilize existing resources within NOAA and implement certain prior recommendations from the National Weather Service regarding subseasonal and seasonal forecasts. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Introduced in House
Fairness in Higher Education Accreditation Act

Bill: 118-hr-3803
Sponsor: Rep. Banks, Jim [R-IN-3]
Introduced: 2023-06-05 in the House
Policy area: Education

Summary:
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: 

Fairness in Higher Education Accreditation Act

 
This bill establishes additional requirements for an accrediting agency to be recognized by the Department of Education as a reliable authority on the quality of education being offered at an institution of higher education (IHE).
 
Specifically, the bill prohibits an accrediting agency from considering (1) the diversity, equity, and inclusion policies of an IHE; and (2) the racial composition of the accepted applicants, students, or the faculty or staff of an IHE. An IHE that is subject to a denial, withdrawal, or termination of accreditation as a result of an accrediting agency's violation of this prohibition may pursue a civil action.
 
The bill also requires an accrediting agency to assess the IHE's success in ensuring a right of free inquiry (with an exception for religious IHEs).
 
In the case of a public IHE that is legally required to abide by the First Amendment, the bill defines 
free inquiry
 as compliance with (1) the First Amendment, including protections for freedom of speech, association, press, religion, assembly, and petition; and (2) the IHE's own written policies regarding academic freedom.
 
In the case of a private IHE, 
free inquiry
 refers to adherence to the IHE's written institutional policies concerning freedom of speech, association, press, religion, assembly, petition, and academic freedom.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Introduced in House
Workforce and Education Partnership Act of 2023

Bill: 118-hr-3804
Sponsor: Rep. Bice, Stephanie I. [R-OK-5]
Introduced: 2023-06-05 in the House
Policy area: Labor and Employment

Summary:
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: 

Workforce and Education Partnership Act of 2023

 
This bill allows certain Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act grants allocated to states and local areas to be used to develop partnerships between educational institutions and employers to create or improve workforce development programs. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Introduced in House
KIDS Health Act of 2023

Bill: 118-hr-3805
Sponsor: Rep. Blunt Rochester, Lisa [D-DE-At Large]
Introduced: 2023-06-05 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: 2023-06-05
text: 

Kickstarting Innovative Demonstrations Supporting Kids Health Act of 2023 or the KIDS Health Act of 2023

 
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: 2023-06-09
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Introduced in House
LISTOS Act

Bill: 118-hr-3806
Sponsor: Rep. Cárdenas, Tony [D-CA-29]
Introduced: 2023-06-05 in the House
Policy area: Commerce
Subjects: Advisory bodies
Business records
Civil actions and liability
Computer security and identity theft
Computers and information technology
Consumer affairs
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Evidence and witnesses
Fraud offenses and financial crimes
Intergovernmental relations
Internet, web applications, social media
Jurisdiction and venue
State and local government operations

Summary:

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-06-09
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on 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: 2023-06-05
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on 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: 2023-06-05
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Introduced in House
Medical Device Shortage Reduction Act of 2023

Bill: 118-hr-3807
Sponsor: Rep. Castor, Kathy [D-FL-14]
Introduced: 2023-06-05 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Health technology, devices, supplies
Manufacturing
Strategic materials and reserves

Summary:
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: 

Medical Device Shortage Reduction Act of 2023

This bill expands the scope of required notifications about medical device shortages beyond public health emergencies.

Currently, manufacturers of medical devices that are critical during a public health emergency (e.g., devices that are life-supporting, life-sustaining, or intended for use in emergency medical care or during surgery), or for which the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) determines information about the supply chain is necessary during a public health emergency, must notify HHS of expected shortages of such devices. Manufacturers may voluntarily provide information on expected shortages of other critical medical devices, whether or not there is a public health emergency.

The bill expands these provisions so as to generally require manufacturers to notify HHS of expected shortages of critical medical devices, whether or not there is a public health emergency. It also requires manufacturers to develop risk management plans that identify potential risks to the supply chain of such devices. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-06-09
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-06-05
text: Introduced in House