		II

		109th CONGRESS

		1st Session

		S. 1750

		IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

			September 22, 2005

			Mr. Santorum (for

			 himself and Mr. DeMint) introduced the

			 following bill; which was read twice and referred to the

			 Committee on

			 Finance

		A BILL

		To provide for the issuance of certificates to Social

		  Security beneficiaries who are born before 1950 guaranteeing their right to

		  receive Social Security benefits under title II of the Social Security Act in

		  full with an accurate annual cost-of-living adjustment.

		1.Short

			 titleThis Act may be cited as

			 the Social Security Guarantee Act of

			 2005.

		2.Guarantee of

			 full Social Security benefits with accurate annual cost-of-living

			 adjustment

			(a)In

			 generalNot later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of

			 this Act, the Secretary of the Treasury shall issue a benefit guarantee

			 certificate to each individual born before 1950 who is determined by the

			 Commissioner of Social Security as of the date of the issuance of the

			 certificate to be entitled to benefits under title II of the

			 Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 401 et

			 seq.). The Secretary shall also issue such a certificate to any such individual

			 on the date such individual is determined thereafter to be entitled to benefits

			 under such title.

			(b)Benefit

			 guarantee certificateThe benefit guarantee certificate issued

			 pursuant to subsection (a) shall represent a legally enforceable

			 guarantee—

				(1)of the timely

			 payment of the full amount of future benefit payments to which the individual

			 is entitled under title II of the Social Security

			 Act (as determined under such title as in effect on the date of the

			 issuance of the certificate); and

				(2)that the benefits

			 will be adjusted thereafter not less frequently than annually to the extent

			 prescribed in provisions of such title (as in effect on the date of the

			 issuance of the certificate) providing for accurate adjustments based on

			 indices reflecting changes in consumer prices as determined by the Bureau of

			 Labor Statistics or changes in wages as determined by the Commissioner of

			 Social Security.

				(c)Obligation to

			 provide payments as guaranteedAny certificate issued under the

			 authority of this section constitutes budget authority in advance of

			 appropriations Acts and represents the obligation of the Federal Government to

			 provide for the payment to the individual to whom the certificate is issued

			 benefits under title II of the Social Security

			 Act (42 U.S.C. 401 et seq.) in amounts in accordance with the

			 guarantee set forth in the certificate.


I115th CONGRESS1st SessionH. R. 171IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVESJanuary 3, 2017Mr. Jones introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Armed ServicesA BILLTo redesignate the Department of the Navy as the Department of the Navy and Marine Corps.
1.Redesignation of the Department of the Navy as the Department of the Navy and Marine Corps
(a)Redesignation of Military DepartmentThe military department designated as the Department of the Navy is redesignated as the Department of the Navy and Marine Corps. (b)Redesignation of Secretary and Other Statutory Offices (1)SecretaryThe position of the Secretary of the Navy is redesignated as the Secretary of the Navy and Marine Corps.
(2)Other statutory officesThe positions of the Under Secretary of the Navy, the four Assistant Secretaries of the Navy, and the General Counsel of the Department of the Navy are redesignated as the Under Secretary of the Navy and Marine Corps, the Assistant Secretaries of the Navy and Marine Corps, and the General Counsel of the Department of the Navy and Marine Corps, respectively. 2.Conforming amendments to title 10, United States Code (a)Definition of Military DepartmentParagraph (8) of section 101(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:

(8)The term military department means the Department of the Army, the Department of the Navy and Marine Corps, and the Department of the Air Force.. (b)Organization of DepartmentThe text of section 5011 of such title is amended to read as follows: The Department of the Navy and Marine Corps is separately organized under the Secretary of the Navy and Marine Corps..
(c)Position of SecretarySection 5013(a)(1) of such title is amended by striking There is a Secretary of the Navy and inserting There is a Secretary of the Navy and Marine Corps. (d)Chapter Headings (1)The heading of chapter 503 of such title is amended to read as follows:

503Department of the Navy and Marine Corps.
(2)The heading of chapter 507 of such title is amended to read as follows:  507Composition of the Department of the Navy and Marine Corps. (e)Other Amendments (1)Title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking Department of the Navy and Secretary of the Navy each place they appear other than as specified in subsections (a), (b), (c), and (d) (including in section headings, subsection captions, tables of chapters, and tables of sections) and inserting Department of the Navy and Marine Corps and Secretary of the Navy and Marine Corps, respectively, in each case with the matter inserted to be in the same typeface and typestyle as the matter stricken.
(2)
(A)Sections 5013(f), 5014(b)(2), 5016(a), 5017(2), 5032(a), and 5042(a) of such title are amended by striking Assistant Secretaries of the Navy and inserting Assistant Secretaries of the Navy and Marine Corps. (B)The heading of section 5016 of such title, and the item relating to such section in the table of sections at the beginning of chapter 503 of such title, are each amended by inserting and Marine Corps after of the Navy, with the matter inserted in each case to be in the same typeface and typestyle as the matter amended.
3.Other provisions of law and other references
(a)Title 37, United States CodeTitle 37, United States Code, is amended by striking Department of the Navy and Secretary of the Navy each place they appear and inserting Department of the Navy and Marine Corps and Secretary of the Navy and Marine Corps, respectively. (b)Other ReferencesAny reference in any law other than in title 10 or title 37, United States Code, or in any regulation, document, record, or other paper of the United States, to the Department of the Navy shall be considered to be a reference to the Department of the Navy and Marine Corps. Any such reference to an office specified in section 2(b) shall be considered to be a reference to that officer as redesignated by that section.
4.Effective dateThis Act and the amendments made by this Act shall take effect on the first day of the first month beginning more than 60 days after the date of the enactment of this Act.


117 S658 : National Cybersecurity Preparedness Consortium Act of 2021
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IC117th CONGRESS1st SessionS. 658IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVESAugust 6, 2021Referred to the Committee on Homeland SecurityAN ACTTo authorize the Secretary of Homeland Security to work with cybersecurity consortia for training, and for other purposes.1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the National Cybersecurity Preparedness Consortium Act of 2021.2.DefinitionsIn this Act—(1)the term consortium means a group primarily composed of nonprofit entities, including academic institutions, that develop, update, and deliver cybersecurity training in support of homeland security;(2)the terms cybersecurity risk and incident have the meanings given those terms in section 2209(a) of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 659(a));(3)the term Department means the Department of Homeland Security; and(4)the term Secretary means the Secretary of Homeland Security.3.National cybersecurity preparedness consortium(a)In generalThe Secretary may work with a consortium to support efforts to address cybersecurity risks and incidents.(b)Assistance to the NCCICThe Secretary may work with a consortium to assist the national cybersecurity and communications integration center of the Department (established under section 2209 of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 659)) to—(1)provide training to State and local first responders and officials specifically for preparing for and responding to cybersecurity risks and incidents, in accordance with applicable law;(2)develop and update a curriculum utilizing existing programs and models in accordance with such section 2209, for State and local first responders and officials, related to cybersecurity risks and incidents;(3)provide technical assistance services to build and sustain capabilities in support of preparedness for and response to cybersecurity risks and incidents, including threats of terrorism and acts of terrorism, in accordance with such section 2209;(4)conduct cross-sector cybersecurity training and simulation exercises for entities, including State and local governments, critical infrastructure owners and operators, and private industry, to encourage community-wide coordination in defending against and responding to cybersecurity risks and incidents, in accordance with section 2210(c) of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 660(c));(5)help States and communities develop cybersecurity information sharing programs, in accordance with section 2209 of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 659), for the dissemination of homeland security information related to cybersecurity risks and incidents; and(6)help incorporate cybersecurity risk and incident prevention and response into existing State and local emergency plans, including continuity of operations plans.(c)Considerations regarding selection of a consortiumIn selecting a consortium with which to work under this Act, the Secretary shall take into consideration the following:(1)Any prior experience conducting cybersecurity training and exercises for State and local entities.(2)Geographic diversity of the members of any such consortium so as to cover different regions throughout the United States.(d)MetricsIf the Secretary works with a consortium under subsection (a), the Secretary shall measure the effectiveness of the activities undertaken by the consortium under this Act.(e)OutreachThe Secretary shall conduct outreach to universities and colleges, including historically Black colleges and universities, Hispanic-serving institutions, Tribal Colleges and Universities, and other minority-serving institutions, regarding opportunities to support efforts to address cybersecurity risks and incidents, by working with the Secretary under subsection (a).4.Rule of constructionNothing in this Act may be construed to authorize a consortium to control or direct any law enforcement agency in the exercise of the duties of the law enforcement agency.Passed the Senate July 15, 2021.Sonceria Ann Berry,Secretary


117 HR 5182 IH: White House Accountability for Language Diversity Act
U.S. House of Representatives
2021-09-07
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I117th CONGRESS1st SessionH. R. 5182IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVESSeptember 7, 2021Mr. Correa introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and ReformA BILLTo require the White House and each agency to provide an official website in the five most commonly used languages in the United States other than English as determined by the Census data and any other languages determined to be appropriate by the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, and for other purposes.1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the White House Accountability for Language Diversity Act.2.FindingsCongress finds the following:(1)In the past decades it has become standard practice to publish versions of the White House and other agency websites in Spanish.(2)At least 36,000,000 United States residents who speak Spanish as their first language depend upon these websites to access important information that can play a critical role in their life.(3)In 2010, for 59,000,000 people, English was not their first language.(4)In addition to English, the top languages in the United States are Spanish, Chinese, Tagalog, Vietnamese, and French.(5)Millions of people within the United States will benefit by having websites translated into multiple languages.(6)The United States of America is a diverse Nation and, as such, does not have an official language.(7)Since our founding, our country has been in a constant state of growth. We have consistently grown more multilingual because of people from across the world seeking a better future while carrying a hope of achieving the American dream.(8)As this is happening, the United States must adapt and make our democracy more accessible for everyone.3.PurposeThe purpose of this Act is to—(1)require the White House and agencies to provide resources in multiple languages so that people can read information in the language they are most comfortable with; and(2)acknowledge the diversity of our country and use creative solutions to make sure that there is equity in accessing information from our government.4.Five most commonly used language websites required(a)In generalNot later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the White House and the head of each agency shall establish an official website in the five most commonly used languages in the United States other than English as determined by the Census data and any other language determined to be appropriate by the Director of the Office of Management and Budget to increase accessibility to everyone residing in the United States. Any such website may only include official content and is not required to translate external websites that are not official content. Any website in a language other than English shall be substantially similar in design and scope of content to the English version.(b)Link on main pageA link to the website required under subsection (a) shall be easily accessible and in plain view on the main page of the English version of the White House and agency website. The link shall be in the language of that website.(c)Maintenance of websiteThe President and the head of each agency shall maintain and update the website required under subsection (a) on a regular basis.(d)Agency definedThe term agency has the meaning given that term in section 551 of title 5, United States Code.


I
One Hundred Eleventh Congress of the United States of America At the Second SessionBegun and held at the City of Washington on Tuesday, the fifth day of January, two thousand and ten
H. R. 5605

AN ACT
To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 47 East Fayette Street in Uniontown, Pennsylvania, as the George C. Marshall Post Office.

1.George C. Marshall Post Office
(a)DesignationThe facility of the United States Postal Service located at 47 East Fayette Street in Uniontown, Pennsylvania, shall be known and designated as the George C. Marshall Post Office.
(b)ReferencesAny reference in a law, map, regulation, document, paper, or other record of the United States to the facility referred to in subsection (a) shall be deemed to be a reference to the George C. Marshall Post Office.
 Speaker of the House of Representatives.Vice President of the United States and President of the Senate.


113 HRES 751 IH: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that a commemorative postage stamp should be issued in honor of the Chinese railroad workers from 1865 to 1869, and that the Citizens’ Stamp Advisory Committee should recommend to the Postmaster General that such a stamp be issued.
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		IV
		113th CONGRESS
		2d Session
		H. RES. 751
		IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

			November 12, 2014
			Ms. Meng (for herself, Ms. Chu, Mrs. Napolitano, Ms. Titus, Mr. Sablan, Ms. Lee of California, Mr. Faleomavaega, Mr. Honda, Ms. Velázquez, Ms. Moore, and Ms. Speier) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform

		RESOLUTION
		Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that a commemorative postage stamp should be
			 issued in honor of the Chinese railroad workers from 1865 to 1869, and
			 that the Citizens’ Stamp Advisory Committee should recommend to the
			 Postmaster General that such a stamp be issued.

		Whereas the Transcontinental Railroad was one of the most remarkable engineering feats of the 19th
			 century;
		Whereas the construction of the Transcontinental Railroad took six years and stretched for nearly
			 2,000 miles;
		Whereas the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad facilitated commerce and reduced
			 cross-country travel times from 6 months to a single week after being
			 completed;
		Whereas the 150th anniversary of the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad will take place on
			 May 10, 2019;
		Whereas nearly 12,000 Chinese immigrants were employed in the construction of the Transcontinental
			 Railroad, comprising more than 80 percent of the workforce of Central
			 Pacific Railroad Company;
		Whereas the Chinese railroad workers were considered indispensable by their foremen and were
			 respected for their work ethic and discipline;
		Whereas the Chinese railroad workers set a world record by laying 10 miles of railroad track in
			 just one work day;
		Whereas the Chinese railroad workers were given the most difficult, dangerous jobs and were paid
			 lower wages than other railroad workers;
		Whereas nearly 1,200 Chinese railroad workers died from work accidents, avalanches, and explosions
			 while working in the Sierra Nevada Mountains;
		Whereas the Department of Labor has inducted the Chinese railroad workers into the Labor Hall of
			 Honor for their courage in organizing in pursuit of fair wages and safe
			 working conditions;
		Whereas the Chinese railroad workers set an example for the millions of Asian Americans who came to
			 the United States after them through their fight against discrimination;
		Whereas both the descendants of these workers and the wider Asian-American community view the
			 sacrifices of the Chinese railroad workers as being integral to the
			 creation of the vibrant and growing Asian-American community that exists
			 throughout the country today; and
		Whereas the Chinese railroad workers continue to have a profound, positive impact on the American
			 way of life by advancing the ideals of equal opportunity and the dignity
			 of work for everyone: Now, therefore, be it

		That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that—
			(1)a commemorative postage stamp should be issued by the United States Postal Service honoring the
			 Chinese railroad workers; and
			(2)the Citizens’ Stamp Advisory Committee should recommend to the Postmaster General that such a
			 postage stamp be issued.


		I
		111th CONGRESS
		1st Session
		H. R. 2219
		IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

			April 30, 2009
			Mr. Platts (for
			 himself and Mr. Van Hollen) introduced
			 the following bill; which was referred to the
			 Committee on Oversight and Government
			 Reform

		A BILL
		To amend the Law Enforcement Pay Equity Act of 2000 to
		  permit certain annuitants of the retirement programs of the United States Park
		  Police and United States Secret Service Uniformed Division to receive the
		  adjustments in pension benefits to which such annuitants would otherwise be
		  entitled as a result of the conversion of members of the United States Park
		  Police and United States Secret Service Uniformed Division to a new salary
		  schedule under the amendments made by such Act.

		1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the
			 Federal Law Enforcement Pension Adjustment Equity Act of
			 2009.
		2.Permitting
			 adjustments in pension benefits for United States Park Police and United States
			 Secret Service Uniformed Division annuitants for payments made in 2007 and
			 subsequent years
			(a)In
			 generalSection 905(f) of the Law Enforcement Pay Equity Act of
			 2000 (sec. 5–561.02(f), D.C. Official Code) is amended by striking the period
			 at the end and inserting the following: , for any payment made prior to
			 January 1, 2009..
			(b)Effective
			 dateThe amendment made by subsection (a) shall take effect as if
			 included in the enactment of the Law Enforcement Pay Equity Act of 2000.


		IV
		112th CONGRESS
		1st Session
		H. RES. 461
		IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

			November 10, 2011
			Mr. King of Iowa (for
			 himself, Mr. Gallegly,
			 Mr. Barletta,
			 Mr. Gohmert, and
			 Mr. Jones) submitted the following
			 resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary

		RESOLUTION
		To support the goals and ideals of the
		  National Day of Remembrance of Victims of Illegal Aliens.

		Whereas it is an affront to the safety and security of
			 citizens of the United States to continue to ignore the growing threat of
			 violent crime to such citizens posed by criminal aliens;
		Whereas, according to the Government Accountability
			 Office, there have been 25,064 homicide arrests of criminal aliens since
			 1955;
		Whereas, according to the Government Accountability
			 Office, there were 52,929 criminal aliens incarcerated in Federal prisons and
			 another 295,959 criminal aliens incarcerated in State and local facilities in
			 fiscal year 2009;
		Whereas, in an analysis by the Government Accountability
			 Office of criminal aliens, 50 percent of those criminal aliens were arrested at
			 least once for either assault, homicide, robbery, a sex offense, or
			 kidnapping;
		Whereas there are no detailed statistics available to
			 measure the number of rapes, robberies, terrorist threats, and other crimes
			 committed against people in the United States by illegal aliens;
		Whereas these crimes against Americans are preventable if
			 the Federal Government were to secure our borders, remove illegal aliens,
			 require use of the E-Verify Program, and deny Social Security and other welfare
			 benefits to illegal aliens;
		Whereas it is time for America to mourn the thousands of
			 unnecessary and preventable deaths that occur at the hands of illegal aliens;
			 and
		Whereas the victims of illegal alien crime deserve
			 recognition and remembrance: Now, therefore, be it

		That the House of Representatives—
			(1)supports the goals
			 and ideals of a National Day of Remembrance of Victims of Illegal Aliens;
			 and
			(2)calls for a moment of silence for the
			 victims of violent crimes committed by illegal aliens in remembrance thereof
			 across the United States of America.


I
111th CONGRESS
2d Session
H. R. 4640
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

February 22, 2010
Mr. Lee of New York (for himself, Mr. Schock, Mr. Lance, Mr. Burton of Indiana, Mr. Burgess, Mr. Bartlett, Mr. Fleming, Mrs. Schmidt, Ms. Granger, Mr. Ryan of Wisconsin, Mr. Akin, Mr. Brady of Texas, Mr. Marchant, Mr. McHenry, Mr. Lamborn, Mrs. Lummis, Mr. Posey, Mr. Hensarling, Mr. King of Iowa, Mr. Rooney, Mr. Jordan of Ohio, Mr. Bilbray, Mr. Paulsen, Mr. Chaffetz, Mr. Souder, Mr. Hoekstra, Mr. Garrett of New Jersey, Ms. Jenkins, Mr. Cao, Ms. Watson, Mr. Ehlers, Mr. Hinchey, Mr. Polis of Colorado, Mr. Minnick, Mr. Carnahan, Mr. Smith of Washington, and Mr. Pomeroy) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on House Administration, 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

A BILL
To amend title 44, United States Code, to eliminate the mandatory printing of bills and resolutions by the Government Printing Office for the use of the House of Representatives and Senate.

1.Elimination of Mandatory Printing of Bills and Resolutions by Public Printer for House of Representatives and Senate
(a)Elimination of Mandatory PrintingSection 706 of title 44, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:

706.Bills and resolutions
(a)No Printing of Bills and ResolutionsExcept as provided in subsection (b), the Public Printer shall make bills and resolutions available for the use of the House of Representatives and Senate only in an electronic format which is accessible through the Internet.
(b)Exception for Request of Members or CommitteesAt the request of a Member (including a Delegate or Resident Commissioner to the Congress) or committee (including a joint committee) of the House of Representatives or Senate, the Public Printer shall provide the Member or committee with a printed copy of a bill or resolution..
(b)Effective DateThe amendment made by subsection (a) shall take effect upon the expiration of the 6-month period which begins on the date of the enactment of this Act.
2.Study and Report by Joint Committee on Printing on Implementation
(a)StudyThe Joint Committee on Printing shall conduct a study of the effect of this Act on the rules and regulations of the House of Representatives and Senate governing the availability and distribution of bills and resolutions for the use of the House of Representatives and Senate.
(b)ReportNot later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Joint Committee on Printing shall submit a report to the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro Tempore of the Senate on the study conducted under subsection (a), and shall include in the study such recommendations as the Joint Committee considers appropriate to promote the successful implementation of this Act, including recommendations for changes in any of the rules and regulations which are the subject of the study.


115 S2239 IS: Veterans Deserve Better Act
U.S. Senate
2017-12-14
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		II
		115th CONGRESS1st Session
		S. 2239
		IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

			December 14, 2017
			Ms. Stabenow introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs

		A BILL
		To amend the Veterans Access, Choice, and Accountability Act of 2014 to improve the scheduling of
			 appointments, the accountability of third party administrators, and
			 payment to providers under such Act, and for other purposes.

 1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the Veterans Deserve Better Act. 2.Payment to providers under Veterans Choice Program, scheduling of appointments, and accountability of third party administrators under such programSection 101 of the Veterans Access, Choice, and Accountability Act of 2014 (Public Law 113–146; 38 U.S.C. 1701 note) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsections:

				(u)Prompt payment

						(1)
						Payment of claims
 (A)In generalNotwithstanding any other provision of this section or any other provision of law, the Secretary shall pay for hospital care or medical services furnished by a health care entity or provider under this section within 45 calendar days upon receipt of a clean paper claim or 30 calendar days upon receipt of a clean electronic claim.
 (B)DenialIf a claim is denied, the Secretary shall, within 45 calendar days of denial for a paper claim and 30 calendar days of denial for an electronic claim, notify the health care entity or provider of the reason for denying the claim and what, if any, additional information is required to process the claim.
 (C)Additional informationUpon the receipt of additional information described in subparagraph (B) with respect to a denied claim, the Secretary shall ensure that the claim is paid, denied, or otherwise adjudicated within 30 calendar days from the receipt of the requested information.
 (D)Invoice basisThis subsection shall only apply to payments made on an invoice basis and shall not apply to capitation or other forms of periodic payment.

						(2)
						Submittal of claims
 A health care entity or provider that furnishes hospital care or medical services under this section shall submit to the Secretary a claim for payment for furnishing the hospital care or medical services not later than 180 days after the date on which the health care entity or provider furnished the hospital care or medical services.

						(3)
						Fraudulent claims
 (A)In generalSections 3729 through 3733 of title 31, United States Code, shall apply to fraudulent claims for payment submitted to the Secretary by a health care entity or provider under this section.
 (B)Preclusion of certain providersPursuant to regulations prescribed by the Secretary, the Secretary shall bar a health care entity or provider from furnishing hospital care or medical services under this section if the Secretary determines the health care entity or provider has submitted to the Secretary fraudulent health care claims for payment by the Secretary.

						(4)
						Overdue claims
 (A)In generalAny claim that has not been denied with notice, made pending with notice, or paid to a health care entity or provider by the Secretary shall be overdue if the notice or payment is not received by the health care entity or provider within the time periods specified in paragraph (1).
						(B)Interest
 (i)In generalIf a claim is overdue under this paragraph, the Secretary may, under the requirements established by paragraph (1) and consistent with the provisions of chapter 39 of title 31, United States Code (commonly referred to as the Prompt Payment Act), require that interest be paid on clean claims.
 (ii)ComputationInterest paid under clause (i) shall be computed at the rate of interest established by the Secretary of the Treasury under section 3902 of title 31, United States Code, and published in the Federal Register.
 (C)ReportNot less frequently than annually, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report on payment of overdue claims under this paragraph, disaggregated by paper and electronic claims, that includes the following:
 (i)The amount paid in overdue claims under this paragraph, disaggregated by the amount of the overdue claim and the amount of interest paid on such overdue claim.
 (ii)The number of such overdue claims and the average number of days late each claim was paid, disaggregated by facility of the Department and Veterans Integrated Service Network region.

						(5)
						Overpayment
 (A)In generalExcept as provided in subparagraph (B), the Secretary shall deduct the amount of any overpayment from payments due a health care entity or provider under this section.
						(B)Notification of right To dispute
 (i)In generalDeductions may not be made under this paragraph unless the Secretary has made reasonable efforts to notify a health care entity or provider of the right to dispute the existence or amount of such indebtedness and the right to request a compromise of such indebtedness.
 (ii)DeterminationThe Secretary shall make a determination with respect to any dispute or request under clause (i) prior to deducting any overpayment under this paragraph unless the time required to make such a determination before making any deductions would jeopardize the Secretary’s ability to recover the full amount of such indebtedness.

						(6)
						Information and documentation required
 (A)In generalThe Secretary shall provide to all health care entities or providers furnishing hospital care or medical services under this section a list of information and documentation that is required to establish a clean claim under this subsection.

							(B)
 Consultation with health care entitiesThe Secretary shall consult with entities in the health care industry, in the public and private sector, to determine the information and documentation to include in the list under subparagraph (A).

							(C)
 Notification of modificationsIf the Secretary modifies the information and documentation included in the list under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall notify all health care entities or providers described in such subparagraph not later than 30 days before such modifications take effect.
 (7)Processing of claimsIn processing a claim for compensation for hospital care or medical services furnished by a health care entity or provider under this section, the Secretary shall act through—
 (A)a non-Department entity that has entered into an agreement with the Secretary under this section; or
 (B)a non-Department entity that specializes in processing such claims for other Federal agency health care systems.
						(8)Treatment of certain outstanding claims
 (A)ReportNot later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of the Veterans Deserve Better Act, the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the number of claims for payment for hospital care and medical services furnished to eligible veterans under this section that are outstanding as of the date of the submittal of the report.
 (B)Outreach to providersNotwithstanding any other provision of this section, with respect to each health care entity or provider that has an outstanding claim for payment for hospital care and medical services furnished to eligible veterans under this section as of the date of the enactment of the Veterans Deserve Better Act, not later than 45 days after such date of enactment, the Secretary shall either pay the claim, deny the claim, or request additional information regarding the claim.

						(9)
						Definitions
 In this subsection: (A)The term appropriate committees of Congress means—
 (i)the Committee on Veterans’ Affairs and the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate; and (ii)the Committee on Veterans’ Affairs and the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives.

							(B)
 The term clean electronic claim means the transmission of data for purposes of payment of covered health care expenses that is submitted to the Secretary which contains substantially all of the required data elements necessary for accurate adjudication, without obtaining additional information from the health care entity or provider that furnished the care or service, submitted in such format as prescribed by the Secretary in regulations for the purpose of paying claims for care or services.

							(C)
 The term clean paper claim means a paper claim for payment of covered health care expenses that is submitted to the Secretary which contains substantially all of the required data elements necessary for accurate adjudication, without obtaining additional information from the health care entity or provider that furnished the care or service, submitted in such format as prescribed by the Secretary in regulations for the purpose of paying claims for care or services.

							(D)
 The term fraudulent claims— (i)means the intentional and deliberate misrepresentation of a material fact or facts by a health care entity or provider made to induce the Secretary to pay a claim that was not legally payable to that entity or provider; and
 (ii)does not include a good faith interpretation by a health care entity or provider of utilization, medical necessity, coding, and billing requirements of the Secretary.

							(E)
 The term health care entity or provider means any health care entity or provider that is an entity described in subsection (a)(1)(B), excluding any Federal health care entity or provider.
 (v)Information on scheduling appointmentsThe Secretary shall provide to each eligible veteran who seeks an appointment for care or services under this section the following:
 (1)Information on the time required for a veteran to make an appointment for such care or services under this section in the region in which the veteran resides.
 (2)With respect to appointments made through third party administrators— (A)information on what will happen if the third party administrator cannot schedule an appointment for the provision of such care or services;
 (B)a list of other health care providers in the region in which the veteran resides that are within the network of the third party administrator; and
 (C)information on how the veteran can file with the Secretary a complaint concerning the handling of an appointment by the third party administrator.
						(w)Requirements of third party administrators
 (1)Appointment timingThe Secretary shall ensure that each contract with a third party administrator requires the third party administrator to schedule an appointment for care or services under this section for an eligible veteran not later than five days after the eligible veteran elects to receive such care or services under this section.
 (2)Tracking of appointmentsThe Secretary shall track all appointments for care and services under this section that are scheduled directly through a third party administrator.
 (3)Follow-upThe Secretary shall follow up with a third party administrator regarding any appointment for care or services under this section that is pending to be scheduled by the third party administrator for more than 5 days to determine the reason for the delay in scheduling the appointment.
 (4)Report on overdue appointmentsThe Secretary shall require each third party administrator to submit to the Secretary, not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of the Veterans Deserve Better Act, a list of the appointments that, as of the submittal of the report, have been pending scheduling by the third party administrator for a period of more than 15 days..


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2015-04-16
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		I
		114th CONGRESS
		1st Session
		H. R. 1863
		IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

			April 16, 2015
			Mr. Boustany introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Veterans’ Affairs

		A BILL
		To amend the Veterans Access, Choice, and Accountability Act of 2014 to expand the Veterans Choice
			 Program to veterans who would otherwise receive medical care from a
			 deficient medical facility of the Department of Veterans Affairs.

 1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the Local Care for Veterans Act. 2.Provision of care under Veterans Choice Program for veterans residing near deficient medical facility of the Department of Veterans AffairsSection 101(b)(2) of the Veterans Access, Choice, and Accountability Act of 2014 (38 U.S.C. 1701 note) is amended—
 (1)in subparagraph (C)(ii), by striking or; (2)in subparagraph (D), by striking the period at the end and inserting ; or; and
 (3)by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:  (E)notwithstanding paragraph (1)(A), resides not more than 50 miles from the medical facility of the Department, including a community-based outpatient clinic, that is closest to the residence of the veteran if—
 (i)the Secretary has identified such medical facility— (I)in a prospectus level lease request, regardless of the date of such request, as being deficient with respect to providing certain treatment or services; or
 (II)as needing expansion; and (ii)the Secretary determines that such a deficiency has not been resolved or such an expansion has not occurred, including pursuant to leases entered into under an Act authorizing major medical facility leases.
						.


		II
		Calendar No. 902
		110th CONGRESS
		2d Session
		S. 3339
		[Report No. 110–433]
		IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

			July 26, 2008
			Mr. Akaka, from the
			 Committee on Veterans'
			 Affairs, reported the following original bill; which was read
			 twice and placed on the calendar

		A BILL
		To amend chapter 33 of title 38, United States Code, to
		  clarify and improve authorities relating to the availability of post-9/11
		  veterans educational assistance, and for other purposes.

		1.Clarification and improvement
			 of authorities relating to post-9/11 educational assistance for members of the
			 Armed Forces and veterans
			(a)Modification of
			 base amounts of educational assistanceSection 3313(c)(1) of title 38, United
			 States Code, is amended—
				(1)in subparagraph
			 (A), by striking may not exceed and all that follows and
			 inserting “may not exceed the amount as follows:

						(i)In the case of an
				individual enrolled in an institution of higher learning located in the United
				States, the maximum amount of established charges regularly charged in-State
				students for full-time pursuit of approved programs of education for
				undergraduates by the public institution of higher learning offering approved
				programs of education in the State in which the individual is enrolled that has
				the highest rate of regularly charged established charges for such programs of
				education among all public institutions of higher learning in such State
				offering such programs of education.
						(ii)In the case of
				an individual enrolled in an institution of higher learning located in the
				United States who is pursuing a program of education at a branch of such
				institution that is located outside the United States, the maximum amount of
				established charges regularly charged in-State students for full-time pursuit
				of approved programs of education for undergraduates by the public institution
				of higher learning offering approved programs of education in the State in
				which is located the institution in which the individual is enrolled that has
				the highest rate of regularly charged established charges for such programs of
				education among all public institutions of higher learning in such State
				offering such programs of education.
						(iii)In the case of
				an individual enrolled in an institution of higher learning not located in the
				United States, the average amount of established charges charged in-State
				students for full-time pursuit of approved programs of education for
				undergraduates by public institutions of higher learning throughout the United
				States during the preceding academic
				year.
						;
				and
				(2)in subparagraph
			 (B)(i), by striking monthly housing stipend amount and all that
			 follows and inserting “monthly housing stipend in an amount as follows:

						(I)In the case of an
				individual enrolled in an institution of higher learning located in the United
				States, an amount equal to the monthly amount of the basic allowance for
				housing payable under section 403 of title 37 for a member with dependents in
				pay grade E–5 residing in the military housing area that encompasses all or the
				majority portion of the ZIP code area in which is located the institution of
				higher learning at which the individual is enrolled.
						(II)In the case of
				an individual enrolled in an institution of higher learning located outside the
				United States, an amount equal to the average monthly amount of the basic
				allowance for housing payable under section 403 of title 37 for a member with
				dependents in pay grade E–5 residing in the continental United
				States.
						.
				(b)Public-private
			 contributions for additional educational assistance
				(1)In
			 generalSubsection (a) of section 3317 of such title is amended
			 by striking the first sentence and inserting the following new sentences:
			 The Secretary shall carry out a program under which a college or
			 university (other than a proprietary for-profit college or university) may,
			 through voluntary contributions, cover a portion of the established charges for
			 an approved program of education of an individual entitled to educational
			 assistance under this chapter that would not otherwise be covered by section
			 3313(c)(1)(A). Subject to subsection (d), such contributions shall be matched
			 by equivalent contributions toward such costs by the Secretary..
				(2)Requirements
			 for participating institutionsSubsection (c) of such section is
			 amended to read as follows:

						(c)Requirements
				for participating institutionsA college or university
				participating in the program under this section shall—
							(1)offer the same
				percentage of additional assistance to all individuals receiving educational
				assistance under this section who are pursuing a program of education at the
				college or university;
							(2)submit to the
				Secretary a report on the manner (whether by direct grant, scholarship, or
				otherwise) by which the college or university shall cover portions of the
				established charges of individuals under the program; and
							(3)submit to the
				Secretary a report on the amount of the contribution to be made by the college
				or university for each individual covered by the
				program.
							.
				(3)Matching
			 contributionsParagraph (1) of subsection (d) of such section is
			 amended to read as follows:

						(1)In
				generalThe amount of any matching contribution by the Secretary
				under the program under this section with respect to the pursuit of a program
				of education by an individual entitled to educational assistance under this
				chapter may not exceed an amount equal to 50 percent of any costs for tuition
				and mandatory fees for the individual's pursuit of the program of education
				that are not otherwise covered under section
				3311(c)(1)(A).
						.
				(4)RegulationsSubsection
			 (e) of such section is amended to read as follows:

						(e)RegulationsThe
				Secretary shall prescribe regulations to carry out the program required by this
				section.
						.
				(c)Interim
			 implementation authoritySection 5003 of the Post-9/11 Veterans
			 Educational Assistance Act of 2008 (title V of Public Law 110–252) is amended
			 by striking subsection (d) and inserting the following new subsections:

					(d)Anticipation of
				implementationThe Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall take
				appropriate actions to ensure that this section and the amendments made by this
				section are implementable on the effective date provided in subsection (e)(1),
				including the prescription of such interim and final regulations for purposes
				of this section and the amendments made by this section as the Secretary
				considers appropriate.
					(e)Effective
				date
						(1)In
				generalExcept as provided in paragraph (2), this section and the
				amendments made by this section shall take effect on August 1, 2009.
						(2)ImplementationSubsection
				(d) shall take effect on the date of the enactment of this
				Act.
						.
			(d)Effective
			 dateThe amendments made by this section shall take effect on
			 June 30, 2008, as if included in the Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance
			 Act of 2008, to which such amendments relate.

		July 26, 2008
		Read twice and placed on the calendar


		I
		112th CONGRESS
		1st Session
		H. R. 3154
		IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

			October 12, 2011
			Mr. Thompson of
			 Pennsylvania introduced the following bill; which was referred to the
			 Committee on Education and the
			 Workforce

		A BILL
		To amend section 1112 of the Elementary and Secondary
		  Education Act of 1965.

		1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the
			 Education for Tomorrow’s Jobs
			 Act.
		2.Local educational
			 agency plansSection
			 1112(b)(1) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C.
			 6312(b)(1)) is amended—
			(1)in subparagraph
			 (P), by striking and at the end;
			(2)in subparagraph
			 (Q), by striking the period at the end and inserting ; and; and
			(3)by adding at the
			 end the following:

					(R)in the case of a
				local educational agency that chooses to use subgrant funds under this part to
				establish and carry out the program described in this subparagraph, a
				description of how the local educational agency will establish and carry out
				such program, including a description of how the agency will—
						(i)create a network
				of schools or programs of study within schools that meaningfully and coherently
				integrate a rigorous academic curricula emphasizing—
							(I)real-world
				applications and aligned with entrance requirements for public institutions of
				higher education in the State;
							(II)a career and technical education component
				aligned with the State’s challenging academic standards pursuant to section
				1111(b)(1) and organized around themes in high-pay, high-growth, or high-skill
				industry or industry sectors;
							(III)work-based learning opportunities aligned
				with such standards; and
							(IV)wraparound
				support services;
							(ii)ensure that the
				educational experience of students participating in such program is
				personalized through school-level strategies such as cohort scheduling,
				professional learning communities, and smaller learning communities;
						(iii)provide a needs
				and resource assessment demonstrating the local educational agency’s capacity
				to carry out the program;
						(iv)facilitate partnerships among the local
				educational agency and schools participating in the program, and institutions
				of higher education, industry, community-based organizations, parent
				organizations, and other stakeholders, and solicit ongoing participation of
				these groups on an advisory basis;
						(v)contract with not
				less than one qualified intermediary with demonstrated expertise in building,
				connecting, sustaining, and measuring partnerships with employers, institutions
				of higher education, community-based organizations, parent organizations, and
				other key external stakeholders;
						(vi)provide staff at schools participating in
				the program and other stakeholders high-quality and rigorous professional
				development and technical assistance;
						(vii)facilitate transitions from—
							(I)secondary schools
				that do not award a diploma to secondary schools that award a diploma;
				and
							(II)from secondary
				schools that award a diploma to postsecondary education;
							(viii)where
				appropriate, develop and provide enabling policies including budgeting,
				governance, curriculum, and scheduling autonomies for the program;
						(ix)assure that
				students throughout the local educational agency, including English language
				learners and students with disabilities, will be able to fully participate in
				the school or program of study in which they are enrolled and that student
				assignment to a school or program of study will be conducted without tracking
				students into the school or program of study on the basis of their prior
				academic achievement or membership in a group of students specified under
				1111(b)(2)(C)(v)(II), and when possible, based upon the preference of the
				student or the student’s parent;
						(x)demonstrate how
				the program will be sustainable; and
						(xi)provide for an
				ongoing and rigorous evaluation of the program and disseminate best
				practices.
						.


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I116th CONGRESS2d SessionH. R. 8302IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVESSeptember 17, 2020Mr. Levin of Michigan (for himself and Ms. Bonamici) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Education and LaborA BILLTo promote the furtherance of standards necessary to safeguard the welfare of apprentices.1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the Strengthening Training and Accessibility for New and Diverse Apprenticeships through Relevant and Dependable Standards Act or the STANDARDS Act. 2.Quality standards of apprenticeship programs under the National Apprenticeship System(a)In generalNot later than one year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Labor (acting through the Administrator of the Office of Apprenticeship) shall formulate and promote the furtherance of quality standards necessary to safeguard the welfare of apprentices.(b)Apprenticeship program standardsAn apprenticeship program shall meet the following standards:(1)The program has an organized and clearly written plan, developed by the sponsor, that includes, at a minimum, the following information:(A)The employment and training to be received by each apprentice participating in the program, including—(i)an outline of the work processes or the plan in which the apprentice will receive supervised work experience and on-the-job learning;(ii)the allocation of the approximate amount of time to be spent in each major work process by the apprentice;(iii)a description of the mentoring that will be provided to the apprentice; and(iv)a description or timeline explaining the periodic reviews and evaluations of the apprentice’s performance on the job and in related instruction.(B)A process for maintaining appropriate progress records, including the reviews and evaluations described in subparagraph (A)(iv).(C)A description of the organized, related instruction the apprentice will receive in technical subjects related to the occupation, which—(i)for time-based or hybrid apprenticeship programs as described in subparagraph (E), shall include not less than 144 hours for each year of apprenticeship, unless an alternative requirement is put forth by the employer and sponsor that reflects industry standards and is accepted by the Administrator;(ii)may be accomplished through classroom instruction, occupational or industry courses, instruction provided through electronic media, or other instruction approved by the registration agency;(iii)shall be provided by one or more qualified instructors that—(I)(aa)meet technical instructor requirements of the applicable education agency in the State of registration; or(bb)are subject matter experts, defined for purposes of this subparagraph as individuals recognized within an industry as having expertise in a specific occupation; and(II)have training in teaching techniques and learning styles, or will obtain such training before providing the related technical instruction; and(iv)where appropriate and to the extent practicable, shall be aligned to a career pathway.(D)A progressively increasing, clearly defined schedule of wages to be paid to the apprentice that is—(i)consistent with measurable skill gains; and(ii)ensures the entry wage is not less than the greater of—(I)the minimum wage required under section 6(a) of the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 (29 U.S.C. 206(a)); or(II)the applicable wage required by other applicable Federal or State laws (including regulations) or collective bargaining agreements.(E)The term of the apprenticeship program, which may be measured through—(i)a time-based model, which requires the completion of the industry standard for on-the-job learning hours ,which in no case shall be less than 2,000 hours, unless an alternative requirement is put forth by the employer and sponsor that reflects industry standards and is accepted by the Secretary and registration agency;(ii)a competency-based model, which requires the attainment of competency in the occupation; or(iii)a hybrid model, which blends the time-based and competency-based approaches.(F)The methods used to measure an apprentice’s skills and competencies, may include an initial diagnostic assessment of credentials that verify an individual’s foundational knowledge and skills that would be needed to succeed in an apprenticeship program, and which shall include—(i)in the case of a time-based apprenticeship described in subparagraph (E)(i), the individual apprentice’s completion of the required hours of on-the-job learning as described in a work process schedule; (ii)in the case of a competency-based model, the individual apprentice’s successful demonstration of acquired skills and knowledge through appropriate means of testing and evaluation for such competencies, and by requiring apprentices to complete a paid on-the-job learning component of the apprenticeship; or(iii)in the case of a hybrid apprenticeship described in subparagraph (E)(iii), a combination of specified minimum number of hours of on-the-job learning and the successful demonstration of competency, as described in a work process schedule.(2)The program equally grants advanced standing or credit to all individuals applying for the apprenticeship with demonstrated competency or acquired experience, training, or skills, and provides commensurate wages for any progression in standing or credit so granted, including for veterans’ service acquired skills and experiences.(3)The program has minimum qualifications for individuals desiring to enter the apprenticeship program, with an eligible starting age for an apprentice of not less than 16 years.(4)In the case of a program that chooses to issue an interim credential, the program—(A)clearly identifies each interim credential;(B)only issues an interim credential for recognized components of an apprenticeable occupation and demonstrates how each interim credential specifically links to the knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with such components; and(C)establishes the process for assessing an individual apprentice’s demonstration of competency and measurable skill gains associated with the particular interim credential.(5)The program—(A)has adequate and safe equipment, environments, and facilities for training and supervision;(B)provides safety training on-the-job and in related instruction as applicable by apprenticeable occupation; and(C)provides adequate training for mentors and qualified instructors on providing a safe work and training environment.(6)The program records and maintains all records concerning the program as may be required by the Secretary, the registration agency of the program, or any other applicable law, including records required under title 38, United States Code, in order for veterans and other individuals eligible for educational assistance under such title to use such assistance for enrollment in the program.(7)The Administrator shall promote diversity and ensure equal opportunity to participate in programs for apprentices, youth apprentices, and pre-apprentices, including— (A)taking steps necessary to promote diversity in apprenticeable occupations under the national apprenticeship system, especially in high-skill, high-wage, or in-demand industry sectors and occupations in areas with high percentages of low-income individuals;(B)ensuring programs under the national apprenticeship system—(i)adopt and implement policies to provide for equal opportunity in such programs, as described in section 30.3 of title 29, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on January 31, 2020);(ii)do not engage in intimidation or retaliation as prohibited under section 30.17 of title 29, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on January 31, 2020); and(iii)are subject, for any violation of clause (i) or (ii), to enforcement action under this Act; and(C)supporting the recruitment, employment, and retention of nontraditional apprenticeship populations in programs under the national apprenticeship system in high-skill, high-wage, and in-demand industry sectors and occupations, including women, people of color, individuals with disabilities, individuals impacted by the criminal and juvenile justice system, and individuals with barriers to employment, as applicable.(8)The program awards a certificate of completion in recognition of successful completion of the program, evidenced by an appropriate certificate issued by the registration agency, and culminates in a recognized postsecondary credential (as defined in section 3 of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act).(9)The program provides that an individual who is to become a program participant under the program enters into a written apprenticeship agreement with the sponsor of the program.(10)The ratio of program participants to supervisors (such as journeyworkers, mentors, or on-the-job learning instructors, as applicable) for the apprenticeable occupation, that are based on evidence-based and evidence-informed best practices for supervision, training, safety, and continuity of employment, throughout the work processes of the program, job site, department, or plant, appropriate for the degree of hazard in different occupations, and provisions in collective bargaining agreements, as applicable, except if such ratios are expressly prohibited by the collective bargaining agreements.(c)Apprenticeship agreements(1)In generalTo ensure the standards described in subsection (b) are applied to programs under the national apprenticeship system, the Administrator shall require a sponsor to develop an apprenticeship agreement that shall—(A)be the same for each program participant;(B)contain the names and signatures of the program participant and the sponsor;(C)meet the requirements of paragraph (2); and(D)be submitted to the registration agency in accordance with the registration requirements of the program sponsor.(2)StandardsEach agreement under paragraph (1) shall contain, explicitly or by reference, program standards under subsection (b), including—(A)in the case of an apprenticeship program—(i)that is time-based, a statement of the number of hours to be spent by the program participant in on-the-job learning and on-the-job training in order to complete the program;(ii)that is competency-based, a description of the skill sets to be attained by completion of the program, including the on-the-job learning and work components; or(iii)that is a hybrid model, the minimum number of hours to be spent by the program participant in on-the-job learning and work components and in related instruction, and a description of the skill sets and competencies to be attained by completion of the program;(B)the number of hours and form of related instruction, including how related instruction will be compensated (whether through academic credit, wages, or both), the costs the program participant will incur costs for participating in the program (such as for equipment or related instruction), and the recognized postsecondary credentials the program participants will be eligible to receive upon program completion;(C)a schedule of the work processes in the occupation or industry divisions in which the program participant is to be trained and the approximate time to be spent at each process;(D)for apprenticeships or youth apprenticeships, the graduated wage scale to be paid to the apprentices, benefits offered to the apprentices, and how the wages and benefits compare to State, local, or regional wages in the related occupation; and(E)demonstration of commitment to and compliance with subsection (b)(7).(d)Apprenticeable occupationFor an occupation to be an apprenticeable occupation under this Act, a person seeking approval for such occupation to be an apprenticeable occupation shall submit an application to the Secretary of Labor (acting through the Administrator of the Office of Apprenticeship) that demonstrates that such apprenticeable occupation will prepare individuals for the full range of skills and competencies needed for such occupation by describing how such apprenticeable occupation shall—(1)meet the industry recognized occupational standards required by the Administrator; or(2)involve the progressive attainment of skills competencies and knowledge that are—(A)clearly identified and commonly recognized throughout an industry or occupation;(B)customarily learned or enhanced in a practical way through a structured, systematic program of on-the-job supervised learning and related instruction to supplement such learning; and(C)offered through a time-based, competency-based, or a hybrid model measured using—(i)a time-based model, which requires the completion of the industry standard for on-the-job learning hours ,which in no case shall be less than 2,000 hours, unless an alternative requirement is put forth by the employer and sponsor that reflects industry standards and is accepted by the Secretary;(ii)a competency-based model, which requires the attainment of competency in the occupation; or(iii)a hybrid model, which blends the time-based and competency-based approaches.(e)Registration agency definedThe term registration agency means the State Office of Apprenticeship or State apprenticeship agency in a State that is responsible for—(1)approving or denying applications from sponsors for registration of programs under the national apprenticeship system in the State or area covered by the registration agency; and(2)carrying out the responsibilities of supporting the apprenticeship programs registered by the registration agency, including—(A)determining whether to approve a proposal submitted by a sponsor and notifying the sponsor of the determination by not later than 60 days after receipt of the proposal; and(B)If the proposal is approved, the amending the record of the program to reflect the modification or change, and providing the sponsor or program administrator with an acknowledgment of the amended program, by not later than 30 days after the date of approval.


I
111th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. R. 1134
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

February 23, 2009
Mr. Sensenbrenner (for himself, Mr. Gerlach, Mr. Ehlers, and Mr. Souder) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Ways and Means

A BILL
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow the credit for nonbusiness energy property for 2008.

1.Credit for nonbusiness energy property allowed for 2008
(a)In generalSection 25C of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (relating to credit for nonbusiness energy property) is amended by redesignating subsection (g) as subsection (h) and by inserting after subsection (f) the following new subsection:

(g)Credit for 2008 allowed on 2009 returnFor purposes of this section, property placed in service during 2008 shall be treated as placed in service during the taxpayer’s first taxable year ending after December 31, 2008..
(b)Effective dateThe amendment made by subsection (a) shall apply to taxable years ending after December 31, 2008.


 HR 208 ENR: To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 500 West Main Street, Suite 102 in Tupelo, Mississippi, as the “Colonel Carlyle Smitty Harris Post Office”.
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One Hundred Seventeenth Congress of the United States of AmericaAt the First SessionBegun and held at the City of Washington on Sunday, the third day of January, two thousand and twenty-one
H. R. 208

AN ACT
To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 500 West Main Street, Suite 102 in Tupelo, Mississippi, as the Colonel Carlyle Smitty Harris Post Office.

1.Colonel Carlyle Smitty Harris Post Office
(a)DesignationThe facility of the United States Postal Service located at 500 West Main Street, Suite 102 in Tupelo, Mississippi, shall be known and designated as the Colonel Carlyle Smitty Harris Post Office. (b)ReferencesAny reference in a law, map, regulation, document, paper, or other record of the United States to the facility referred to in subsection (a) shall be deemed to be a reference to the Colonel Carlyle Smitty Harris Post Office.
 Speaker of the House of Representatives.Vice President of the United States and President of the Senate.


115 S2085 IS: Nourishing Our Golden Years Act
U.S. Senate
2017-11-07
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		II
		115th CONGRESS1st Session
		S. 2085
		IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

			November 7, 2017
			Mr. Casey (for himself and Ms. Collins) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry

		A BILL
		To amend the Agriculture and Consumer Protection Act of 1973 to streamline application processes
			 and reduce the administrative burden for
			 the commodity supplemental food program, and for other purposes.

		1.Short title
 This Act may be cited as the Nourishing Our Golden Years Act.
 2.Commodity Supplemental Food Program certificationSection 5(g) of the Agriculture and Consumer Protection Act of 1973 (7 U.S.C. 612c note) is amended—
 (1)by striking Except and inserting the following:  (1)In generalExcept; and
 (2)by adding at the end the following:  (2)Certification (A)Definition of certification periodIn this paragraph, the term certification period means the period that a participant in the commodity supplemental food program may continue to receive benefits under that program without a formal review of the eligibility of the participant.
 (B)Minimum certification periodSubject to subparagraph (C), a State shall establish a certification period of not less than 1 year.
 (C)ExtensionsOn the request of a State, the Secretary shall approve a State certification period of more than 1 year on the condition that, on an annual basis, the local agency in the State administering the commodity supplemental food program—
 (i)verifies the address and continued interest of each participant in receiving program benefits; and (ii)has sufficient reason to determine that the participant still meets the income eligibility standards, which may include a determination that the participant has a fixed income..


116 HR 8085 IH: Pipeline Safety Pilot Program Act
U.S. House of Representatives
2020-08-21
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I116th CONGRESS2d SessionH. R. 8085IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVESAugust 21, 2020Mr. Veasey (for himself, Mrs. Fletcher, Mr. Latta, and Mr. Balderson) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, 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 concernedA BILLTo amend title 49, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to carry out a pipeline safety enhancement program, and for other purposes.1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the Pipeline Safety Pilot Program Act.2.Advancement of new pipeline safety technologies and approaches(a)In generalChapter 601 of title 49, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:60142.Pipeline safety enhancement programs(a)In generalThe Secretary shall establish and carry out limited safety-enhancing testing programs during the period of fiscal years 2020 through 2026 to evaluate innovative technologies and operational practices testing the safe operation of—(1)a natural gas pipeline facility; or(2)a hazardous liquid pipeline facility.(b)Limitations(1)In generalSuch testing programs may not exceed—(A)5 percent of the total miles of hazardous liquid pipelines in the United States; and(B)5 percent of the total miles of natural gas pipelines in the United States.(2)Individual operator mileage limitationThe Secretary shall limit the mileage an individual operator can test under each program established under subsection (a) to the lesser of—(A)50 percent of the total pipeline mileage in the operator’s system; or(B)1,000 miles. (3)High population areas; high consequence areasAny program established under subsection (a) shall not be located in a high population area (as defined in section 195.450 of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations) or a high consequence area (as defined in section 192.903 of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations).(4)Unusually sensitive areasAny program established under subsection (a) shall not be located in an unusually sensitive area (as described in section 60109(b)).(5)High consequence areas for hazardous liquid pipelines(A)In generalNot later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this section, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report containing an examination of the benefits and costs of prohibiting testing in high consequence areas (as defined in section 195.450 of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations) for hazardous liquid pipelines.(B)Contents of reportThe report described in subparagraph (A) shall examine the safety benefits of allowing testing for hazardous liquid pipelines in high consequence areas and whether additional testing conditions are required to protect such areas while conducting the program established under subsection (a) in such areas. (6)Restriction(A)In generalThe Secretary shall not approve a program under this section until the report required under paragraph (5) is submitted to Congress.(B)ExceptionThe limitation in subparagraph (A) shall not apply if—(i)the Secretary determines that there is a need for a program under this section; and(ii)more than 1 year has passed since the date of enactment of this section. (c)DurationThe term of a testing program established under subsection (a) shall be not more than a period of 4 years beginning on the date of approval of the program.(d)Safety standards(1)In generalThe Secretary shall require, as a condition of approval of a testing program under subsection (a), that the safety measures in the testing program are designed to achieve a level of safety that is greater than, or equivalent to, the level of safety required by this chapter.(2)Determination(A)In generalThe Secretary may issue an order under subparagraph (A) of section 60118(c)(1) to accomplish the purpose of a testing program for a term not to exceed the time period described in subsection (c) if the condition described in paragraph (1) is met, as determined by the Secretary.(B)LimitationAn order under subparagraph (A) shall pertain only to those regulations that would otherwise prevent the use of the safety technology to be tested under the testing program.(e)ConsiderationsIn establishing a testing program under subsection (a), the Secretary shall consider—(1)the accident or incident record of the owners or operators participating in the program;(2)whether the owners or operators participating in the program have a safety management system in place and how the application for such program proposes to eliminate or mitigate any potential safety risks;(3)a description of any measures or activities the owners or operators participating in the program propose to eliminate or mitigate any environmental risks; (4)a description of any previous testing and the outcome of such testing of the proposed safety technology through a research and development program carried out by—(A)the Secretary;(B)collaborative research development organizations; or(C)other institutions;(5)whether there have been other testing programs granted under subsection (a) similar to the proposed safety technology and the outcome of such programs; and(6)whether the pipeline segments tested by the program could affect, or are outside of, high consequence areas (as defined in sections 192.903 and 195.450 of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations) and unusually sensitive areas (as described in section 60109(b)).(f)Multiple operators(1)In generalThe Secretary may select up to 5 owners or operators to carry out a testing program under subsection (a) in a single application.(2)DeterminationIn selecting owners or operators under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall determine that each testing program proposed by such owners or operators—(A)meet the requirements of subsection (d)(1);(B)test a similar technology, best practice, or related set of technologies and best practices; and(C)provides appropriate testing conditions for the technologies or practices being used. (3)Authority to revoke participation(A)In generalIf an owner or operator participating in a program established under subsection (a), the Secretary may revoke permission to participate in such program if—(i)the owner or operator is involved in an accident or incident and the testing program is determined to be the cause or a contributing factor of such accident or incident; or(ii)the Secretary determines revocation of permission is warranted for public safety reasons. (g)Data and findings(1)In generalAs a participant in a testing program established under subsection (a), an owner or operator shall submit to the Secretary detailed findings and a summary of data collected as a result of participation in the testing program.(2)Public reportTo the extent practicable, the Secretary shall make a yearly interim report publicly available on the website of the Department of Transportation for any ongoing testing program established under subsection (a) summarizing the progress of such program.(h)Authority To revoke participationThe Secretary shall immediately revoke participation in a testing program under subsection (a) if—(1)the participant has an accident or incident involving a death, or personal injury necessitating in-patient hospitalization and the testing program is determined to be the cause or a contributing factor to such accident or incident;(2)the participant fails to comply with the terms and conditions of the testing program; or(3)in the determination of the Secretary, continued participation in the testing program by the participant would be unsafe.(i)Authority To terminate programThe Secretary shall immediately terminate a testing program under subsection (a) if continuation of the testing program would not be consistent with the goals and objectives of this chapter.(j)State rights(1)ExemptionExcept as provided in paragraph (2), if a State submits to the Secretary notice that the State requests an exemption from any testing program considered for establishment under this section, the State shall be exempt.(2)Limitations(A)In generalThe Secretary shall not grant a requested exemption under paragraph (1) after a testing program is established.(B)Late noticeThe Secretary shall not grant a requested exemption under paragraph (1) if the notice submitted under that paragraph is submitted to the Secretary more than 10 days after the date on which the Secretary issues an order providing an effective date for the testing program.(3)ExceptionA State shall be eligible to withdraw from a testing program if an owner or operator conducting such testing program in such State has an incident involving a death, a personal injury necessitating in-patient hospitalization, or a reportable accident (within the meaning of sections 195.50 and 191.3 of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations), and the testing program is determined to be the cause or a contributing factor to such incident.(4)EffectIf a State has not submitted a notice requesting an exemption under paragraph (1), the State shall not enforce any law (including regulations) that is inconsistent with a testing program in effect in the State under this section.(k)Program review process and public notice(1)In generalThe Secretary shall publish in the Federal Register a notice of each testing program under subsection (a), including the order to be considered, and provide an opportunity for public comment for not less than 60 days.(2)Communication with States(A)In generalAs part of carrying out the process described in paragraph (1), the Secretary shall individually notify, at the time described in paragraph (1), the relevant authorities in the States such testing programs would be conducted in.(B)Notification contentsThe notification described in subparagraph (A) shall include a specific list of the laws or regulations that the State would not be allowed to enforce pursuant to subsection (j)(4) should such testing program go into effect, and the ability of the State to request an exemption from the program.(3)Response from SecretaryNot later than the date on which the Secretary issues an order providing an effective date of a testing program noticed under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall respond to each comment submitted under that paragraph.(l)Report to CongressAt the conclusion of each testing program, the Secretary shall make publicly available on the website of the Department of Transportation a report containing—(1)the findings and conclusions of the Secretary with respect to the testing program; and(2)any recommendations of the Secretary with respect to the testing program, including any recommendations for amendments to laws (including regulations) and the establishment of standards, that—(A)would enhance the safe operation of interstate gas or hazardous liquid pipeline facilities; and(B)are technically, operationally, and economically feasible.(m)StandardsIf a report under subsection (l) indicates that it is practicable to establish technically, operationally, and economically feasible standards for the use of a safety-enhancing technology and any corresponding operational practices tested by the testing program described in the report, the Secretary, as soon as practicable after submission of the report, may promulgate regulations consistent with chapter 5 of title 5 (commonly known as the Administrative Procedures Act) that—(1)allow operators of interstate gas or hazardous liquid pipeline facilities to use the relevant technology or practice to the extent practicable; and(2)establish technically, operationally, and economically feasible standards for the capability and deployment of the technology or practice..(b)Clerical amendmentThe table of sections for chapter 601 of title 49, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 60141 the following:60142. Pipeline safety enhancement programs..


		I
		111th CONGRESS
		1st Session
		H. R. 2593
		IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

			May 21, 2009
			Mr. Edwards of Texas
			 (for himself, Mr. McIntyre, and
			 Mr. Terry) introduced the following
			 bill; which was referred to the Committee
			 on Education and Labor, and in addition to the Committee on
			 Armed Services, 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

		A BILL
		To amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of
		  1965 to establish a discretionary grant program for school construction for
		  local educational agencies affected by base closures and realignments, and for
		  other purposes.

		1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the
			 Military Children’s School Investment
			 Act.
		2.School
			 construction grants
			(a)In
			 generalSection 8007 of the
			 Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7707) is amended by
			 adding at the end the following:

					(c)School
				construction grants
						(1)Authority and
				conditions for grantsFrom the amount appropriated for each
				fiscal year under section 8014(f), the Secretary is authorized to make grants
				to eligible local educational agencies to carry out eligible projects for the
				construction of public kindergarten, elementary, and secondary school
				facilities.
						(2)EligibilityTo
				be eligible to receive a grant under paragraph (1), the local educational
				agency shall—
							(A)have been eligible
				to receive a payment under section 8003 for the fiscal year prior to the year
				for which the application is made; and
							(B)have had an
				overall increase in enrollment—
								(i)during the period
				between the end of the school year preceding the fiscal year for which the
				application is made and the beginning of the school year immediately preceding
				that school year;
								(ii)of not less than
				250, or not less than 10 percent (whichever is lower), of students who are
				children described in—
									(I)subparagraph (A),
				(B), or (D) of section 8003(a)(1); or
									(II)subparagraph (F)
				or (G) of section 8003(a)(1), but only to the extent such children are civilian
				dependents of employees of the Department of Defense; and
									(iii)that is the
				direct result of one or more of the following:
									(I)Base realignment
				and closure or global rebasing, as determined by the Secretary of
				Defense.
									(II)Force structure
				changes or force reductions.
									(III)An action
				initiated by the Secretary of Defense.
									(3)Criteria for
				grantsIn considering an application for a grant the Secretary
				shall consider—
							(A)the extent to
				which the local educational agency involved needs the grant because it lacks
				the fiscal capacity to undertake the project for which the grant would be used
				without the grant; and
							(B)the demonstrated
				need for the construction, reconstruction, or renovation based on the condition
				of the facility in the project.
							(4)Eligible
				projectsTo be an eligible
				project for a grant under paragraph (1), the project must consist of—
							(A)the construction
				of new elementary or secondary schools to meet the needs imposed by enrollment
				growth;
							(B)the construction of additional academic
				learning space at existing schools;
							(C)the repair or
				upgrading of classrooms or structures related to academic learning, including
				but not limited to roofs, walls, plumbing, ventilation equipment, and
				inadequate heating or lighting equipment; or
							(D)the leasing of buildings or portions of
				buildings from a private entity for the purpose of providing school space, with
				the Secretary's approval.
							(5)Amount and
				conditions of grantsIn
				making grants under this subsection, the Secretary shall ensure that the amount
				of a grant does not exceed the total construction, modernization, or repair
				costs involved, as determined by the Secretary.
						(6)Impermissible
				uses of fundsNo funds received under this subsection may be used
				for—
							(A)payment of
				maintenance costs; or
							(B)stadiums or other
				facilities primarily used for athletic contests or exhibitions or other events
				for which admission is charged to the general public.
							(7)Supplement, not
				supplantA local educational agency receiving a grant under this
				subsection shall use such Federal funds only to supplement and not supplant the
				amount of funds that would, in the absence of such Federal funds, be available
				for construction, modernization, and repair of public kindergarten, elementary,
				and secondary school facilities.
						(8)Reporting
							(A)Reports by
				secretaryNot later than December 31 of each fiscal year, the
				Secretary, and the Secretary of Defense, shall each submit to the Committee on
				Education and Labor and the Committee on Armed Services of the House of
				Representatives and the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions and
				the Committee on Armed Services of the Senate a report on grants made under
				this subsection, including the types of construction, modernization, and repair
				funded, and the number of students impacted.
							(B)Reports by local
				educational agenciesNot later than September 30 of each fiscal
				year, each local educational agency receiving a grant under this subsection
				shall submit to the Secretary, and to the Secretary of Defense, a report on the
				agency’s use of such grant
				funds.
							.
			(b)Authorization of
			 appropriationsSection 8014 of that Act (20 U.S.C. 7714) is
			 amended—
				(1)in
			 subsection (e), by inserting after 8007 the following:
			 other than section 8007(c); and
				(2)by inserting after
			 subsection (f) the following:

						(g)School
				construction grantsFor the purposes of carrying out section
				8007(c), there are authorized to be appropriated $500,000,000 for fiscal year
				2009 and such sums as may be necessary for each of the seven succeeding fiscal
				years.
						.