		VI
		110th CONGRESS
		1st Session
		S. 209
		IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

			January 9, 2007
			Mr. Levin introduced the
			 following bill; which was read twice and referred to the
			 Committee on the
			 Judiciary

		A BILL
		For the relief of Marcos Antonio
		  Sanchez-Diaz.

		1.Permanent resident status for
			 Marcos Antonio Sanchez-Diaz
			(a)In
			 generalNotwithstanding subsections (a) and (b) of section 201 of
			 the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C.
			 1151), Marcos Antonio Sanchez-Diaz shall be eligible for an
			 immigrant visa or for adjustment of status to that of an alien lawfully
			 admitted for permanent residence upon filing an application for issuance of an
			 immigrant visa under section 204 of that Act or for adjustment of status to
			 lawful permanent resident.
			(b)Adjustment of
			 statusIf Marcos Antonio Sanchez-Diaz enters the United States
			 before the filing deadline set forth in subsection (c), Marcos Antonio
			 Sanchez-Diaz shall be considered to have entered and remained lawfully in the
			 United States and shall be eligible for adjustment to lawful permanent resident
			 status under section
			 245 of the Immigration and
			 Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1255) as of the date of the enactment of
			 this Act.
			(c)Deadline for
			 application and payment of feesSubsections (a) and (b) shall
			 apply only if the application for issuance of an immigrant visa or the
			 application for adjustment of status is filed with appropriate fees not later
			 than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act.
			(d)Reduction of
			 immigrant visa numbersUpon the granting of an immigrant visa or
			 lawful permanent resident status to Marcos Antonio Sanchez-Diaz, the Secretary
			 of State shall instruct the proper officer to reduce by 1, during the current
			 or next following fiscal year, the total number of immigrant visas that are
			 made available to natives of the country of the alien’s birth under
			 section
			 203(a) of the Immigration and
			 Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1153(a)) or, if applicable, the total
			 number of immigrant visas that are made available to natives of the country of
			 the alien’s birth under section 202(e) of that Act.


115 HR 6469 IH: Integration of Baseball Commemorative Coin Act
U.S. House of Representatives
2018-07-23
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I115th CONGRESS2d SessionH. R. 6469IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVESJuly 23, 2018Mr. Williams (for himself, Mr. Richmond, Mr. Faso, Ms. Barragán, Mr. Shuster, Mrs. Love, Mr. Norman, Mr. Budd, Mr. Marino, Mr. King of New York, Mr. Stivers, Mr. Ross, Mr. Chabot, Ms. Norton, Mr. Serrano, Mr. Collins of New York, Mr. Payne, Mr. Higgins of New York, Mr. Barton, Mr. Messer, Mr. Shimkus, Mr. Scalise, Mr. Marshall, Mr. Moolenaar, Mr. Wenstrup, Mr. Johnson of Louisiana, Mr. Wilson of South Carolina, Mr. Austin Scott of Georgia, Mr. Allen, Mr. Flores, Mr. Lamborn, Mr. Posey, Mr. LaMalfa, Mr. Hultgren, Mr. Banks of Indiana, Mr. Cole, Mr. Gosar, Mr. Kelly of Mississippi, Mr. Mitchell, Mr. Vela, Mr. Crist, Mr. Johnson of Ohio, Mr. Sessions, Mr. Fitzpatrick, Mr. Barletta, Ms. Eddie Bernice Johnson of Texas, Ms. Wilson of Florida, Mr. Bishop of Georgia, Mr. Rodney Davis of Illinois, Mr. Pearce, Mr. Michael F. Doyle of Pennsylvania, Mr. McEachin, Mr. Hastings, Mr. Cohen, Mr. Veasey, Mr. Clay, Ms. Lee, Ms. Adams, Mr. Loebsack, Mr. Cleaver, Mr. Scott of Virginia, Mr. Butterfield, Ms. Clarke of New York, Ms. Fudge, Mr. Ruiz, Mr. Lewis of Georgia, Mrs. Beatty, Ms. Blunt Rochester, Mrs. Demings, Mr. Clyburn, Mr. Evans, Mr. Al Green of Texas, Mrs. Watson Coleman, Ms. Jackson Lee, Mr. Johnson of Georgia, Ms. Kelly of Illinois, Mr. Rush, and Mr. Thompson of Mississippi) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Financial ServicesA BILLTo require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint commemorative coins in recognition of the 75th
			 anniversary of the integration of baseball.

 1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the Integration of Baseball Commemorative Coin Act. 2.FindingsThe Congress finds the following:
 (1)On April 15, 1947, future Hall of Famer Jackie Robinson changed the landscape of the National Pastime and the Nation itself when he stepped onto the grass at Ebbets Field as the starting first baseman for the Brooklyn Dodgers and the first African-American to play Major League Baseball in the modern era.
 (2)On July 5, 1947, future Hall of Famer Larry Doby took his first at-bat for the Cleveland Indians, ending the color barrier in the American League forever.
 (3)The integration of Major League Baseball in 1947 is recognized today as a seminal moment in the Civil Rights Movement and American history.
 (4)The integration of Major League Baseball preceded the landmark U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Brown v. The Board of Education by seven years and the enactment of the 1964 Civil Rights Act by seventeen years.
 (5)The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum and the Jackie Robinson Foundation are dedicated to telling the story of baseball’s unique role in helping to end racial segregation and advancing civil rights in the United States of America.
			3.Coin specifications
 (a)Shape and surface treatmentAll coins issued pursuant to this Act shall be square, with the design corner-aligned, shall be finished on the reverse with enhanced uncirculated treatment, and shall be of approximately the same size. The Secretary of the Treasury (hereafter in this Act referred to as the Secretary), at the Secretary’s discretion, may also use the enhanced uncirculated treatment on the coin obverse.
 (b)DenominationsIn recognition and celebration of the 75th anniversary of the integration of baseball, the Secretary shall mint and issue the following coins:
 (1)$5 gold coinsNot more than 50,000 $5 coins, which shall— (A)weigh 1 ounce;
 (B)be struck on a planchet of appropriate dimensions; and (C)contain at least 90 percent gold.
 (2)$1 silver coinsNot more than 500,000 $1 coins, which shall— (A)weigh 26.73 grams;
 (B)be struck on a planchet of appropriate dimensions; and (C)contain at least 90 percent silver.
 (3)Half-dollar clad coinsNot more than 750,000 half-dollar coins, which shall be of such specifications as the Secretary may choose, except that, to the greatest extent possible, such half-dollar coins shall match in size the other coins described in this subsection.
 (c)Legal tenderThe coins minted under this Act shall be legal tender, as provided in section 5103 of title 31, United States Code.
 (d)Numismatic itemsFor purposes of sections 5134 and 5136 of title 31, United States Code, all coins minted under this Act shall be considered to be numismatic items.
			4.Design of coins
 (a)In generalThe design for the coins minted under this Act shall be— (1)selected by the Secretary after consultation with—
 (A)the National Baseball Hall of Fame; and (B)the Commission of Fine Arts; and
 (2)reviewed by the Citizens Commemorative Coin Advisory Committee. (b)Designations and inscriptionsOn each coin minted under this Act there shall be—
 (1)a designation of the value of the coin, which, for purposes of the coins described under paragraphs (1) and (2) of section 3(b) shall use a dollar sign and a numeral rather than spelling out the denomination;
 (2)an inscription of the year 2022; and (3)inscriptions of the words Liberty, In God We Trust, United States of America, and E Pluribus Unum.
 (c)Common reverse designThe design on the common reverse of the coins minted under this Act shall depict a baseball diamond similar to those used by Major League Baseball.
			(d)Selection and approval process for obverse design
 (1)In generalThe Secretary shall hold a competition to determine the design of the common obverse of the coins minted under this Act, with such design being emblematic of the integration of the game of baseball.
 (2)Selection and approvalProposals for the design of coins minted under this Act may be submitted in accordance with the design selection and approval process developed by the Secretary in the sole discretion of the Secretary. The Secretary shall encourage 3-dimensional models to be submitted as part of the design proposals.
 (3)ProposalsAs part of the competition described in this subsection, the Secretary may accept proposals from artists, engravers of the United States Mint, and members of the general public, and shall endeavor to publicize the design contest to participants in youth baseball programs.
 (4)CompensationThe Secretary shall determine compensation for the winning design under this subsection, which shall be not less than $5,000. The Secretary shall take into account this compensation amount when determining the sale price described in section 6(a).
				5.Issuance of coins
 (a)Quality of coinsCoins minted under this Act shall be issued in uncirculated and proof qualities. (b)Period for issuanceThe Secretary may issue coins minted under this Act only during the 1-year period beginning on January 1, 2022.
			6.Sale of coins
 (a)Sale priceThe coins issued under this Act shall be sold by the Secretary at a price equal to the sum of— (1)the face value of the coins;
 (2)the surcharge provided in section 7(a) with respect to such coins; and (3)the cost of designing and issuing the coins (including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, winning design compensation, overhead expenses, marketing, and shipping).
 (b)Bulk salesThe Secretary shall make bulk sales of the coins issued under this Act at a reasonable discount. (c)Prepaid orders (1)In generalThe Secretary shall accept prepaid orders for the coins minted under this Act before the issuance of such coins.
 (2)DiscountSale prices with respect to prepaid orders under paragraph (1) shall be at a reasonable discount. 7.Surcharges (a)In generalAll sales of coins minted under this Act shall include a surcharge as follows:
 (1)A surcharge of $50 per coin for the $5 coin. (2)A surcharge of $10 per coin for the $1 coin.
 (3)A surcharge of $5 per coin for the half-dollar coin. (b)DistributionSubject to section 5134(f) of title 31, United States Code, all surcharges received by the Secretary from the sale of coins issued under this Act shall be promptly paid by the Secretary to the National Baseball Hall of Fame, with the understanding that the Hall of Fame shall work with the Jackie Robinson Foundation, so that the two organizations may develop and operate education programs about the integration of baseball, and preserve artifacts related to the integration of baseball.
 (c)AuditsThe National Baseball Hall of Fame shall be subject to the audit requirements of section 5134(f)(2) of title 31, United States Code, with regard to the amounts received under subsection (b).
 (d)LimitationNotwithstanding subsection (a), no surcharge may be included with respect to the issuance under this Act of any coin during a calendar year if, as of the time of such issuance, the issuance of such coin would result in the number of commemorative coin programs issued during such year to exceed the annual commemorative coin program issuance limitation under section 5112(m)(1) of title 31, United States Code (as in effect on the date of the enactment of this Act). The Secretary of the Treasury may issue guidance to carry out this subsection.


117 S1564 IS: Veterans Legal Support Act of 2021
U.S. Senate
2021-05-11
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II117th CONGRESS1st SessionS. 1564IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATESMay 11, 2021Mrs. Shaheen introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' AffairsA BILLTo authorize the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to provide support to university law school programs that are designed to provide legal assistance to veterans, and for other purposes.1.Short
 titleThis Act may be cited as the Veterans Legal Support Act of 2021.2.Department of
			 Veterans Affairs support for university legal clinics that assist
			 veterans(a)Support
 authorizedThe Secretary of Veterans Affairs may provide support to one or more university law school programs that are designed to provide legal assistance to veterans.(b)Eligible
 programsPrograms of university law schools which may receive support under subsection (a) may include programs that assist veterans with—(1)filing and appealing claims for benefits under laws administered by the Secretary; and(2)such other civil, criminal, and family legal matters as the Secretary considers appropriate.(c)Financial
			 support(1)In
 generalThe support provided a program under subsection (a) may include financial support of the program.(2)Limitation on
 amountThe total amount of financial support provided under subsection (a) in any fiscal year may not exceed $2,000,000.(3)FundingAmounts for financial support under subsection (a) shall be derived from amounts appropriated or otherwise made available to the General Operating Expenses account of the Veterans Benefits Administration.


114 HR 1682 IH: National Jazz Preservation, Education, and Promulgation Act of 2015
U.S. House of Representatives
2015-03-26
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114th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. R. 1682
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

March 26, 2015
Mr. Conyers (for himself, Mr. Rangel, Mr. Grijalva, Ms. Slaughter, Mr. Hastings, Mr. Cohen, Ms. Chu of California, Ms. Kaptur, Mr. Richmond, and Ms. Lee) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, 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 preserve knowledge and promote education about jazz in the United States and abroad.

1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the National Jazz Preservation, Education, and Promulgation Act of 2015. 2.National Jazz Preservation Program (a)EstablishmentThere is established a National Jazz Preservation Program, to be carried out by the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution through the Director of the National Museum of American History and in collaboration with other Smithsonian museums, to preserve knowledge and promote education about jazz.
(b)Program componentsUnder the National Jazz Preservation Program, the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution shall— (1)record audio and video interviews with leading jazz artists;
(2)acquire and preserve jazz artifacts, and interpret the artifacts through activities such as exhibitions and performances by the Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra; (3)continue to recognize Jazz Appreciation Month;
(4)establish, with governmental agencies, universities, museums, and community-based organizations with jazz archival collections, collaborative agreements for the sharing of jazz artifacts; and (5)encourage, consult with, and engage in capacity building with community-based and regional organizations with the potential to establish jazz archival collections.
(c)Authorization of appropriationsThere is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $2,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2016 through 2018, to remain available until expended. 3.Jazz education in elementary and secondary schoolsSection 5411(b) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7243(b)) is amended—
(1)by redesignating paragraph (9) as paragraph (10); and (2)by inserting after paragraph (8) the following new paragraph:

(9)Programs to promote jazz education, which may include— (A)a Jazz Artists in the Schools program to provide support for State arts agencies to bring jazz artists to elementary and secondary schools in collaboration with local educational agencies;
(B)a program for— (i)the development by jazz artists and educators of lesson plans and other educational materials about jazz;
(ii)the distribution of such educational materials by organizations that may include the National Endowment for the Arts, educational institutions, State and local arts and cultural organizations, or non-profit organizations; and (iii)teacher training on jazz education by jazz artists and educators; and
(C)an Ambassadors of Jazz program to send jazz musicians, and jazz orchestras from secondary schools, abroad to perform for diverse audiences on missions of goodwill, education, and cultural exchange, in collaboration with the Secretary of State.. 4.National Jazz Appreciation Program (a)EstablishmentThere is established a National Jazz Appreciation Program, to be carried out by the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution through the Director of the National Museum of American History and in collaboration with other Smithsonian museums and affiliates, the National Endowment for the Arts, and the National Endowment for the Humanities, to further the appreciation of jazz music throughout the Nation.
(b)Program componentsUnder the National Jazz Appreciation Program, the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution shall establish a series of jazz performances at Smithsonian affiliates throughout the Nation that provides broad geographic access to jazz and supports public appreciation for the diversity of jazz music. (c)Authorization of appropriationsThere is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $1,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2016 through 2018, to remain available until expended.


 HR 5787 ENR: Strengthening Coastal Communities Act of 2018
U.S. House of Representatives

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One Hundred Fifteenth Congress of the United States of AmericaAt the Second SessionBegun and held at the City of Washington on Wednesday, the third day of January, two thousand and eighteen
H. R. 5787

AN ACT
To amend the Coastal Barrier Resources Act to give effect to more accurate maps of units of the John H. Chafee Coastal Barrier Resources System that were produced by digital mapping of such units, and for other purposes.

1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the Strengthening Coastal Communities Act of 2018. 2.Replacement of John H. Chafee Coastal Barrier Resources System maps (a)In generalSubject to subsection (c), each map included in the set of maps referred to in section 4(a) of the Coastal Barrier Resources Act (16 U.S.C. 3503(a)) that relates to a Unit of such System referred to in subsection (b) of this section is replaced in such set with the map described in subsection (b) with respect to that Unit.
(b)Replacement maps describedThe replacement maps referred to in subsection (a) are the following: (1)The map entitled Delaware Seashore Unit DE–07/DE–07P North Bethany Beach Unit H01 and dated March 18, 2016, with respect to Unit DE–07, Unit DE–07P, and Unit H01.
(2)The map entitled Pine Island Bay Unit NC–01/NC–01P and dated March 18, 2016, with respect to Unit NC–01 and Unit NC–01P. (3)The map entitled Roosevelt Natural Area Unit NC–05P and dated March 18, 2016, with respect to Unit NC–05P.
(4)The map entitled Hammocks Beach Unit NC–06/NC–06P (2 of 2) Onslow Beach Complex L05 (1 of 2) and dated March 18, 2016, with respect to Unit L05. (5)The map entitled Onslow Beach Complex L05 (2 of 2) Topsail Unit L06 (1 of 2) and dated November 20, 2013, with respect to Unit L05 and Unit L06.
(6)The map entitled Topsail Unit L06 (2 of 2) and dated November 20, 2013, with respect to Unit L06. (7)The map entitled Litchfield Beach Unit M02 Pawleys Inlet Unit M03 and dated March 18, 2016, with respect to Unit M02 and Unit M03.
(8)The map entitled Fort Clinch Unit FL–01/FL–01P and dated March 18, 2016, with respect to Unit FL–01 and Unit FL–01P. (9)The map entitled Usina Beach Unit P04A Conch Island Unit P05/P05P and dated March 18, 2016, with respect to Unit P04A, Unit P05, and Unit P05P.
(10)The map entitled Ponce Inlet Unit P08/P08P and dated March 18, 2016, with respect to Unit P08 and Unit P08P. (11)The map entitled Spessard Holland Park Unit FL–13P Coconut Point Unit P09A/P09AP and dated March 18, 2016, with respect to Unit FL–13P, Unit P09A, and Unit P09AP.
(12)The map entitled Blue Hole Unit P10A Pepper Beach Unit FL–14P and dated March 18, 2016, with respect to Unit P10A and Unit FL–14P. (13)The map entitled Hutchinson Island Unit P11/P11P (1 of 2) and dated March 18, 2016, with respect to Unit P11 and Unit P11P.
(14)The map entitled Hutchinson Island Unit P11 (2 of 2) and dated March 18, 2016, with respect to Unit P11. (15)The map entitled Blowing Rocks Unit FL–15 Jupiter Beach Unit FL–16P Carlin Unit FL–17P and dated March 18, 2016, with respect to Unit FL–15, Unit FL–16P, and Unit FL–17P.
(16)The map entitled MacArthur Beach Unit FL–18P and dated March 18, 2016, with respect to Unit FL–18P. (17)The map entitled Birch Park Unit FL–19P and dated March 18, 2016, with respect to Unit FL–19P.
(18)The map entitled Lloyd Beach Unit FL–20P North Beach Unit P14A and dated March 18, 2016, with respect to Unit FL–20P and Unit P14A. (19)The map entitled Tavernier Key Unit FL–39 Snake Creek Unit FL–40 and dated March 18, 2016, with respect to Unit FL–39 and Unit FL–40.
(20)The map entitled Channel Key Unit FL–43 Toms Harbor Keys Unit FL–44 Deer/Long Point Keys Unit FL–45 and dated March 18, 2016, with respect to Unit FL–43, Unit FL–44, and FL–45. (21)The map entitled Boot Key Unit FL–46 and dated March 18, 2016, with respect to Unit FL–46.
(22)The map entitled Bowditch Point Unit P17A Bunche Beach Unit FL–67/FL–67P Sanibel Island Complex P18P (1 of 2) and dated March 18, 2016, with respect to Unit P17A, Unit FL–67, and Unit FL–67P. (23)The map entitled Bocilla Island Unit P21/P21P and dated March 18, 2016, with respect to Unit P21 and Unit P21P.
(24)The map entitled Venice Inlet Unit FL–71P Casey Key Unit P22 and dated March 18, 2016, with respect to Unit P22. (25)The map entitled Lido Key Unit FL–72P and dated March 18, 2016, with respect to Unit FL–72P.
(26)The map entitled De Soto Unit FL–73P Rattlesnake Key Unit FL–78 Bishop Harbor Unit FL–82 and dated March 18, 2016, with respect to Unit FL–73P, Unit FL–78, and Unit FL–82. (27)The map entitled Passage Key Unit FL–80P Egmont Key Unit FL–81/FL–81P The Reefs Unit P24P (1 of 2) and dated March 18, 2016, with respect to Unit FL–80P, Unit FL–81, and Unit FL–81P.
(28)The map entitled Cockroach Bay Unit FL–83 and dated March 18, 2016, with respect to Unit FL–83. (29)The map entitled Sand Key Unit FL–85P and dated March 18, 2016, with respect to Unit FL–85P.
(30)The map entitled Pepperfish Keys Unit P26 and dated March 18, 2016, with respect to Unit P26. (31)The map entitled Peninsula Point Unit FL–89 and dated March 18, 2016, with respect to Unit FL–89.
(32)The map entitled Phillips Inlet Unit FL–93/FL–93P Deer Lake Complex FL–94 and dated March 18, 2016, with respect to Unit FL–93, Unit FL–93P, and Unit FL–94. (33)The map entitled St. Andrew Complex P31 (1 of 3) and dated October 7, 2016, with respect to Unit P31.
(34)The map entitled St. Andrew Complex P31 (2 of 3) and dated October 7, 2016, with respect to Unit P31. (35)The map entitled St. Andrew Complex P31/P31P (3 of 3) and dated October 7, 2016, with respect to Unit P31 and Unit P31P.
(c)LimitationsFor purposes of subsection (a)— (1)nothing in this section affects the boundaries of any of Units NC–06 and NC–06P;
(2)the occurrence in subsection (b) of the name of a Unit solely in the title of a map shall not be construed to be a reference to such Unit; and (3)the depiction of boundaries of any of Units P18P, FL–71P, and P24P in a map referred to in paragraph (22), (24), or (27) of subsection (b) shall not be construed to affect the boundaries of such Unit.
(d)Conforming amendmentSection 4(a) of the Coastal Barrier Resources Act (16 U.S.C. 3503(a)) is amended— (1)in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by inserting replaced, after may be; and
(2)in paragraph (3), by inserting replaces such a map or after that specifically. 3.Digital maps of John H. Chafee Coastal Barrier Resources System UnitsSection 4(b) of the Coastal Barrier Resources Act (16 U.S.C. 3503(b)) is amended—
(1)by inserting before the first sentence the following:  (1)In general; and (2)by adding at the end the following:

(2)Digital maps
(A)AvailabilityThe Secretary shall make available to the public on the Internet web site of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service digital versions of the maps included in the set of maps referred to in subsection (a). (B)EffectAny determination as to whether a location is inside or outside the System shall be made without regard to the digital maps available under this paragraph, except that this subparagraph does not apply with respect to any printed version of such a digital map if the printed version is included in the maps referred to in subsection (a).
(C)ReportNo later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of the Strengthening Coastal Communities Act of 2018, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate a report regarding the progress and challenges in the transition from paper to digital maps and a timetable for completion of the digitization of all maps related to the System.. 4.Repeal of reportSection 3 of Public Law 109–226 is repealed.
 Speaker of the House of Representatives.Vice President of the United States and President of the Senate.


114 S2613 : Adam Walsh Reauthorization Act of 2016
U.S. Senate
2016-05-24
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114th CONGRESS2d Session
S. 2613
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

May 24, 2016
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary

AN ACT
To reauthorize certain programs established by the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006.

1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the Adam Walsh Reauthorization Act of 2016.  2.Sex offender management assistance (SOMA) program reauthorizationSection 126(d) of the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006 (42 U.S.C. 16926(d)) is amended to read as follows:

(d)Authorization of appropriationsThere are authorized to be appropriated to the Attorney General $20,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2017 through 2018, to be available only for— (1)the SOMA program; and
(2)the Jessica Lunsford Address Verification Grant Program established under section 631..  3.Reauthorization of Federal assistance with respect to violations of registration requirementsSection 142(b) of the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006 (42 U.S.C. 16941(b)) is amended by striking such sums as may be necessary for fiscal years 2007 through 2009 and inserting to the United States Marshals Service $61,300,000 for each of fiscal years 2017 through 2018.
4.Ensuring supervision of released sexually dangerous persons
(a)Probation officersSection 3603 of title 18, United States Code, is amended in paragraph (8)(A) by striking or 4246 and inserting , 4246, or 4248.  (b)Pretrial services officersSection 3154 of title 18, United States Code, is amended in paragraph (12)(A) by striking or 4246 and inserting , 4246, or 4248.
5.Sexual assault survivors’ rights
(a)In generalPart II of title 18, United States Code, is amended by adding after chapter 237 the following:  238Sexual assault survivors’ rights  Sec.  3772. Sexual assault survivors' rights. 3772.Sexual assault survivors' rights (a)Rights of sexual assault survivorsIn addition to those rights provided in section 3771, a sexual assault survivor has the following rights:
(1)The right not to be prevented from, or charged for, receiving a medical forensic examination.  (2)The right to—
(A)subject to paragraph (3), have a sexual assault evidence collection kit or its probative contents preserved, without charge, for the duration of the maximum applicable statute of limitations or 20 years, whichever is shorter;  (B)be informed of any result of a sexual assault evidence collection kit, including a DNA profile match, toxicology report, or other information collected as part of a medical forensic examination, if such disclosure would not impede or compromise an ongoing investigation; and
(C)be informed in writing of policies governing the collection and preservation of a sexual assault evidence collection kit.  (3)The right, if the Government intends to destroy or dispose of a sexual assault evidence collection kit or its probative contents before the expiration of the applicable time period under paragraph (2)(A), to—
(A)upon written request, receive written notification from the appropriate official with custody not later than 60 days before the date of the intended destruction or disposal; and  (B)upon written request, be granted further preservation of the kit or its probative contents.
(4)The right to be informed of the rights under this subsection.  (b)ApplicabilitySubsections (b) through (f) of section 3771 shall apply to sexual assault survivors.
(c)Definition of sexual assaultIn this section, the term sexual assault means any nonconsensual sexual act proscribed by Federal, tribal, or State law, including when the victim lacks capacity to consent.  (d)FundingThis section, other than paragraphs (2)(A) and (3)(B) of subsection (a), shall be carried out using funds made available under section 1402(d)(3)(A)(i) of the Victims of Crime Act of 1984 (42 U.S.C. 10601(d)(3)(A)(i)). No additional funds are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section..
(b)Technical and conforming amendmentThe table of chapters for part II of title 18, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:   238.Sexual assault survivors' rights3772.  (c)Amendment to Victims of Crime Act of 1984Section 1402(d)(3)(A)(i) of the Victims of Crime Act of 1984 (42 U.S.C. 10601(d)(3)(A)(i)) is amended by inserting after section 3771 the following: or section 3772, as it relates to direct services,.
6.Sexual assault survivors’ notification grantsThe Victims of Crime Act of 1984 is amended by adding after section 1404E (42 U.S.C. 10603e) the following:  1404F.Sexual assault survivors’ notification grants (a)In generalThe Attorney General may make grants as provided in section 1404(c)(1)(A) to States to develop and disseminate to entities described in subsection (c)(1) of this section written notice of applicable rights and policies for sexual assault survivors.
(b)Notification of rightsEach recipient of a grant awarded under subsection (a) shall make its best effort to ensure that each entity described in subsection (c)(1) provides individuals who identify as a survivor of a sexual assault, and who consent to receiving such information, with written notice of applicable rights and policies regarding— (1)the right not to be charged fees for or otherwise prevented from pursuing a sexual assault evidence collection kit;
(2)the right to have a sexual assault medical forensic examination regardless of whether the survivor reports to or cooperates with law enforcement;  (3)the availability of a sexual assault advocate;
(4)the availability of protective orders and policies related to their enforcement;  (5)policies regarding the storage, preservation, and disposal of sexual assault evidence collection kits;
(6)the process, if any, to request preservation of sexual assault evidence collection kits or the probative evidence from such kits; and  (7)the availability of victim compensation and restitution.
(c)Dissemination of written noticeEach recipient of a grant awarded under subsection (a) shall— (1)provide the written notice described in subsection (b) to medical centers, hospitals, forensic examiners, sexual assault service providers, State and local law enforcement agencies, and any other State agency or department reasonably likely to serve sexual assault survivors; and
(2)make the written notice described in subsection (b) publicly available on the Internet website of the attorney general of the State.  (d)Provision To promote complianceThe Attorney General may provide such technical assistance and guidance as necessary to help recipients meet the requirements of this section.
(e)Integration of systemsAny system developed and implemented under this section may be integrated with an existing case management system operated by the recipient of the grant if the system meets the requirements listed in this section..  7.Working group (a)In generalThe Attorney General, in consultation with the Secretary of Health and Human Services (referred to in this section as the Secretary), shall establish a joint working group (referred to in this section as the Working Group) to develop, coordinate, and disseminate best practices regarding the care and treatment of sexual assault survivors and the preservation of forensic evidence.
(b)Consultation with stakeholdersThe Working Group shall consult with— (1)stakeholders in law enforcement, prosecution, forensic laboratory, counseling, forensic examiner, medical facility, and medical provider communities; and
(2)representatives of not less than 3 entities with demonstrated expertise in sexual assault prevention, sexual assault advocacy, or representation of sexual assault victims, of which not less than 1 representative shall be a sexual assault victim.  (c)MembershipThe Working Group shall be composed of governmental or nongovernmental agency heads at the discretion of the Attorney General, in consultation with the Secretary.
(d)DutiesThe Working Group shall— (1)develop recommendations for improving the coordination of the dissemination and implementation of best practices and protocols regarding the care and treatment of sexual assault survivors and the preservation of evidence to hospital administrators, physicians, forensic examiners, and other medical associations and leaders in the medical community;
(2)encourage, where appropriate, the adoption and implementation of best practices and protocols regarding the care and treatment of sexual assault survivors and the preservation of evidence among hospital administrators, physicians, forensic examiners, and other medical associations and leaders in the medical community;  (3)develop recommendations to promote the coordination of the dissemination and implementation of best practices regarding the care and treatment of sexual assault survivors and the preservation of evidence to State attorneys general, United States attorneys, heads of State law enforcement agencies, forensic laboratory directors and managers, and other leaders in the law enforcement community;
(4)develop and implement, where practicable, incentives to encourage the adoption or implementation of best practices regarding the care and treatment of sexual assault survivors and the preservation of evidence among State attorneys general, United States attorneys, heads of State law enforcement agencies, forensic laboratory directors and managers, and other leaders in the law enforcement community;  (5)collect feedback from stakeholders, practitioners, and leadership throughout the Federal and State law enforcement, victim services, forensic science practitioner, and health care communities to inform development of future best practices or clinical guidelines regarding the care and treatment of sexual assault survivors; and
(6)perform other activities, such as activities relating to development, dissemination, outreach, engagement, or training associated with advancing victim-centered care for sexual assault survivors.  (e)ReportNot later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Working Group shall submit to the Attorney General, the Secretary, and Congress a report containing the findings and recommended actions of the Working Group.
8.Civil remedy for survivors of child sexual exploitation and human traffickingSection 2255(b) of title 18, United States Code, is amended— (1)by striking three years and inserting 10 years; and
(2)by inserting ends before the period at the end. Passed the Senate May 23, 2016.Julie E. Adams,Secretary


		III
		111th CONGRESS
		1st Session
		S. CON. RES. 20
		IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

			April 28, 2009
			Mr. Byrd submitted the
			 following concurrent resolution; which was referred to the
			 Committee on Rules and
			 Administration

		CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
		Authorizing the last surviving United
		  States veteran of the First World War to lie in honor in the rotunda of the
		  Capitol upon his death.

		Whereas the veterans of the First World War fought bravely
			 and made heroic sacrifices for the Allied forces;
		Whereas the veterans of the First World War suffered the
			 terrors of both trench warfare and the chemical battlefield;
		Whereas the veterans of the First World War suffered the
			 scourge of the Spanish influenza pandemic;
		Whereas past resolutions have sought authorization for
			 veterans, representative of specific wars, to lie in honor in the rotunda of
			 the Capitol;
		Whereas it is the desire of all veterans to honor both
			 those who serve and those who have served in time of war and peace;
		Whereas it is the Nation's collective desire to express
			 its gratitude for the sacrifice and service of all First World War veterans;
			 and
		Whereas Frank Woodruff Buckles, born February 1, 1901, in
			 Bethany, Missouri, and residing in Jefferson County, West Virginia, at age 108,
			 is believed to be the last surviving United States veteran of the First World
			 War: Now, therefore, be it

		1.Honoring veterans of the
			 First World War
			(a)In
			 generalIn recognition of the historic contributions of United
			 States veterans who served in the First World War, the last surviving United
			 States veteran of the First World War shall be permitted to lie in honor in the
			 rotunda of the Capitol upon his death, so that the citizens of the United
			 States may pay their last respects to these great Americans.
			(b)ImplementationThe
			 Architect of the Capitol, under the direction and supervision of the President
			 pro tempore of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives,
			 shall take the necessary steps to implement subsection (a), including, if
			 necessary, scheduling the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for the purposes
			 described in such subsection at such a time as such use will not coincide with
			 the use of the Capitol for an Inauguration or a State of the Union
			 address.


		II
		112th CONGRESS
		1st Session
		S. 1816
		IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

			November 7, 2011
			Mr. Lautenberg (for
			 himself and Mr. Udall of New Mexico)
			 introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the
			 Committee on Environment and Public
			 Works

		A BILL
		To amend title 23, United States Code, to modify a
		  provision relating to minimum penalties for repeat offenders for driving while
		  intoxicated or driving under the influence.

		1.Minimum penalties for repeat
			 offenders for driving while intoxicated or driving under the
			 influenceSection 164(a) of
			 title 23, United States Code, is amended—
			(1)by striking
			 paragraph (3);
			(2)by redesignating
			 paragraphs (4) and (5) as paragraphs (3) and (4), respectively; and
			(3)in subparagraph
			 (A) of paragraph (4) (as so redesignated), by striking clauses (i) and (ii) and
			 inserting the following:

					(i)a
				suspension of all driving privileges for not less than 1 year; or
					(ii)a combination of
				suspension of unlimited driving privileges for 1 year, allowing for
				reinstatement of limited driving privileges subject to restrictions and limited
				exemptions as established by State law, if an ignition interlock device is
				installed for not less than 1 year on each of the motor vehicles owned or
				operated, or both, by the
				individual;
					.


116 SRES 86 ATS: Providing for members on the part of the Senate of the Joint Committee on Printing and the Joint Committee of Congress on the Library.
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III116th CONGRESS1st SessionS. RES. 86IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATESFebruary 28, 2019Mr. Blunt submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed toRESOLUTIONProviding for members on the part of the Senate of the Joint Committee on Printing and the Joint
			 Committee of Congress on the Library.

 That the following named Members be, and they are hereby, elected members of the following joint committees of Congress:
 Joint Committee on Printing:Mr. Blunt, Mr. Roberts, Mr. Wicker, Ms. Klobuchar, and Mr. Udall. Joint Committee of Congress on the Library:Mr. Blunt, Mr. Roberts, Mr. Shelby, Ms. Klobuchar, and Mr. Leahy.


IV
111th CONGRESS
2d Session
H. RES. 1036
In the House of Representatives, U. S.,

March 9, 2010

RESOLUTION
Recognizing the contributions of Korean Americans to the United States.

Whereas, on January 13, 1903, the arrival of 102 pioneer Korean immigrants to the United States marked the first chapter of Korean immigration in this country;
Whereas the Korean War began 60 years ago this June and impacted the lives of millions of Koreans;
Whereas thousands of Koreans, fleeing from war and poverty, came to the United States seeking opportunities;
Whereas Korean Americans, like thousands of immigrants to the United States before them, have built strong families and contributed to dynamic communities;
Whereas more than a million people in the United States can trace their roots to Korea;
Whereas the Centennial Committees of Korean Immigration and Korean Americans have designated January 13 of each year as Korean American Day to commemorate the first step of the long and prosperous journey of Korean Americans in the United States; and
Whereas Korean Americans have contributed significantly to the development of the arts, sciences, engineering, medicine, government, military, education, and the economy in the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives urges all people in the United States to recognize the invaluable contributions Korean Americans have made to this Nation.

Lorraine C. Miller,Clerk.


114 S2233 IS: To amend section 3716 of title 31, United States Code, to reestablish the period of limitations for claims of the United States that may be collected by garnishing payments received from the Government.
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		II
		114th CONGRESS1st Session
		S. 2233
		IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

			November 3, 2015
			Mr. Vitter introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance

		A BILL
		To amend section 3716 of title 31, United States Code, to reestablish the period of limitations for
			 claims of the United States that may be collected by garnishing payments
			 received from the Government.

		1.Period of limitations for garnishment
 (a)In generalSection 3716(e)(1) of title 31, United States Code, is amended by striking no limitation on the period within which an offset may be initiated or taken pursuant to this section shall be effective and inserting this section shall not apply to a claim under this subchapter that has been outstanding for more than 10 years.
 (b)ApplicabilityThe amendment made by this section shall apply to claims under subchapter II of chapter 37 of title 31, United States Code, arising before, on, or after the date of enactment of this Act.


110 HRES 234 IH: Congratulating Wyclef Jean for being named the
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IV
110th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. RES. 234
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

March 9, 2007
Ms. Waters (for herself and Ms. Lee) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs

RESOLUTION
Congratulating Wyclef Jean for being named the Roving Ambassador for Haiti.

Whereas, on January 4, 2007, hip-hop star Wyclef Jean, who was born in Haiti, was officially named Roving Ambassador of Haiti by Haitian President Rene Preval;
Whereas Wyclef Jean was given this distinguished honor to enable him to improve the image of Haiti, an impoverished country that has struggled to restore stability and democracy after a violent coup d’etat in 2004;
Whereas Wyclef Jean, 34 years old, has been instrumental in the music industry for over 10 years and has gained fame as a member of the hip-hop trio the Fugees, who won Grammy awards in 1996;
Whereas Wyclef Jean, who moved to the United States at age 9, has long been active in supporting his native country and regularly wears the Haitian flag on his clothing at public events and performances;
Whereas Wyclef Jean recognizes the importance of involvement by the global community in Haiti’s development;
Whereas President Rene Preval chose Wyclef Jean for this honorary position, in part, for the purpose of engaging with U.S. government leaders to support policies that will promote economic development, humanitarian assistance, and other relief for Haiti’s needy citizens;
Whereas Wyclef Jean established a nonprofit charitable foundation, Yele Haiti, which is changing lives in Haiti by supporting projects that are making a difference in education, health, environment, and community development; and
Whereas the Roving Ambassador position will help Wyclef Jean to improve the perception and image of Haiti in the global community, stimulate support for increased economic opportunities for its citizens, and facilitate its growth and development: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives congratulates Wyclef Jean for being named Roving Ambassador for Haiti.


115 S1978 IS: Small Business and Family Health Tax Relief Act of 2017
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		II
		115th CONGRESS1st Session
		S. 1978
		IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

			October 18, 2017
			Ms. Heitkamp (for herself, Mrs. Shaheen, and Mr. Donnelly) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance

		A BILL
		To delay the annual fee on health insurance providers until 2020 and to make such fee
			 tax deductible.

 1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the Small Business and Family Health Tax Relief Act of 2017. 2.FindingsCongress makes the following findings:
 (1)The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act established an annual fee on health insurance providers to be paid by covered entities (as defined in section 9010 of such Act).
 (2)Public Law 114–113 was passed with bipartisan support in 2015 to delay the fee for 1 year through 2017.
 (3)Consumers, employers, seniors, States, and tribes benefitted from this fee not being in effect with lower premiums and additional health benefits.
 (4)Independent analysis by Oliver Wyman found that the average premium reduction from the delay of the fee was approximately 3 percent.
 (5)This fee affects an estimated 156,000,000 consumers with coverage across various markets including the individual group market, the small group market, the Medicare Advantage program under part C of title XVIII of the Social Security Act, the Medicare prescription drug program under part D of title XVIII of the Social Security Act, Medicaid managed care organizations, and stand-alone dental and vision plans.
 (6)These consumers face an impact to their premiums due to the fee taking effect in 2018. (7)This Act would provide relief to these consumers and improve affordability of health care coverage.
 (8)Insurance companies have passed the impact of the fee on to consumers in calculating rates for the plan year beginning in 2018.
 (9)Given the complexity of a fee that captures such a varied group of consumers, the Department of Health and Human Service, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the Department of the Treasury, State insurance commissioners, insurance providers and other entities making payment of benefits, and others should work together to ensure that consumers benefit from the delay of the fee through rebates, premium reductions, supplemental health benefits, or otherwise in both 2018 and 2019.
 (10)Making this fee deductible in future years will provide greater stability and minimize the negative impact of the fee on consumers.
			3.Delay of application of annual fee on health insurance providers
 (a)In generalSection 9010(j) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (26 U.S.C. 4001 note prec.) is amended by striking December 31, 2017 and inserting December 31, 2019.
 (b)Effective dateThe amendment made by this section shall apply to calendar years beginning after December 31, 2017. 4.Deductibility of fee (a)In generalSection 9010(f)(2) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (26 U.S.C. 4001 note prec.) is amended by striking shall be considered and inserting shall not be considered.
 (b)Effective dateThe amendment made by this section shall apply to calendar years beginning after December 31, 2019.


117 HR 1975 IH: Pala Band of Mission Indians Land Transfer Act of 2021
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I117th CONGRESS1st SessionH. R. 1975IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVESMarch 17, 2021Mr. Issa (for himself and Mr. Vargas) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Natural ResourcesA BILLTo take certain land located in San Diego County, California, into trust for the benefit of the Pala Band of Mission Indians, and for other purposes.1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the Pala Band of Mission Indians Land Transfer Act of 2021.2.Transfer of land in trust for the Pala Band of Mission Indians(a)Transfer and administration(1)Transfer of lands into trustIf, not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Tribe transfers title to the land referred to in subsection (b) to the United States, the Secretary, not later than 180 days after such transfer, shall take that land into trust for the benefit of the Tribe.(2)AdministrationThe land transferred under paragraph (1) shall be part of the Pala Indian Reservation and administered in accordance with the laws and regulations generally applicable to land held in trust by the United States for an Indian Tribe.(b)Land descriptionThe land referred to in subsection (a)(1) is the approximately 721.12 acres of land located in San Diego County, California, generally depicted as Gregory Canyon Property Boundary on the map titled Pala Gregory Canyon Property Boundary and Parcels.(c)Rules of constructionNothing in this Act shall—(1)enlarge, impair, or otherwise affect any right or claim of the Tribe to any land or interest in land that is in existence before the date of the enactment of this Act;(2)affect any water right of the Tribe in existence before the date of the enactment of this Act; or(3)terminate or limit any access in any way to any right-of-way or right-of-use issued, granted, or permitted before the date of the enactment of this Act.(d)Restricted use of transferred landsThe Tribe may not conduct, on the land taken into trust for the Tribe pursuant to this Act, gaming activities—(1)as a matter of claimed inherent authority; or(2)under any Federal law, including the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (25 U.S.C. 2701 et seq.) and regulations promulgated by the Secretary or the National Indian Gaming Commission under that Act.(e)DefinitionsFor the purposes of this section:(1)SecretaryThe term Secretary means the Secretary of the Interior.(2)TribeThe term Tribe means the Pala Band of Mission Indians.


117 SRES 193 IS: Supporting the designation of the week of May 2, 2021, as “Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week” and the day of May 9, 2021, as “Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day”.
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III117th CONGRESS1st SessionS. RES. 193IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATESApril 29, 2021Mr. King (for himself, Mr. Cornyn, Ms. Smith, and Ms. Hassan) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and PensionsRESOLUTIONSupporting the designation of the week of May 2, 2021, as Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week and the day of May 9, 2021, as Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day.Whereas children in the United States were already experiencing a public health crisis regarding mental and behavioral health before the additional challenges of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID–19) pandemic;Whereas a 2013 report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimated that mental disorders affect between 13 and 20 percent of children in a given year and cost approximately $247,000,000,000 annually;Whereas the National Institute of Mental Health estimates that nearly ½ of adolescents aged 13 to 18 years old will experience some form of a mental disorder;Whereas, in 2019, over 11 percent of children ages 3 to 17 years old received treatment or counseling from a mental health professional, according to the United States Census Bureau;Whereas suicide is the third leading cause of death for youth ages 10 to 24 years old, and 90 percent of those individuals have an underlying mental illness;Whereas, during the COVID–19 pandemic, increased isolation and collective trauma have led to an increase in demand for mental health services for children, with the proportion of mental health-related visits to emergency rooms for children increasing from approximately 24 to 31 percent between 2019 and 2020;Whereas the COVID–19 pandemic has also laid bare the inequities in our mental health delivery system for all populations, and such inequities have disproportionately impacted children and adults who have been exposed to adverse childhood experiences prior to and during the pandemic; andWhereas the stigma of accessing mental and behavioral health services persisted before the COVID–19 pandemic, and acknowledging this public health crisis and creating awareness as early as possible is as important as ever: Now, therefore, be itThat the Senate—(1)supports the designation of the week of May 2, 2021, as Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week and the day of May 9, 2021, as Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day;(2)recognizes the importance of connecting children with appropriate mental and behavioral health services and supports;(3)seeks to create awareness regarding the additional challenges children and their families have faced during the COVID–19 pandemic due to isolation from family and peers, exposure to traumas, and barriers to mental and behavioral health services and supports;(4)supports programs and services aimed at expanding access to care, building resiliency, and addressing trauma; and(5)appreciates and extends its gratitude to family members, friends, educators, mental and behavioral health service providers, and others in their support for children’s mental health and well-being.


		I
		111th CONGRESS
		1st Session
		H. R. 2395
		IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

			May 13, 2009
			Mr. Engel
			 introduced the following bill; which was referred to the
			 Committee on Energy and
			 Commerce

		A BILL
		To enable State and local promotion of natural gas,
		  flexible fuel, and high-efficiency motor vehicle fleets.

		1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the
			 State and Local Fleet Efficiency
			 Act.
		2.State and local
			 promotion of natural gas, flexible fuel, and high-efficiency motor vehicle
			 fleets
			(a)Definitions
				(1)In
			 generalFor purposes of this section, the term fleet
			 means a group of 20 or more light duty motor vehicles, medium duty motor
			 vehicles, or heavy duty motor vehicles capable of carrying 14 or more
			 passengers, operating primarily in a metropolitan statistical area or
			 consolidated metropolitan statistical area, as established by the Bureau of the
			 Census, with a 2000 population of more than 250,000, that are—
					(A)centrally
			 dispatched, or
					(B)centrally fueled
			 or capable of being centrally fueled and owned, operated, leased, or otherwise
			 controlled by a governmental entity or other person who owns, operates, leases,
			 or otherwise controls 50 or more such vehicles, by any person who controls such
			 person, by any person controlled by such person, and by any person under common
			 control with such person.
					(2)Excluded
			 vehiclesSuch term does not include—
					(A)motor vehicles
			 held for lease or rental to the general public;
					(B)motor vehicles
			 held for sale by motor vehicle dealers, including demonstration motor
			 vehicles;
					(C)motor vehicles
			 used for motor vehicle manufacturer product evaluations or tests;
					(D)law enforcement
			 motor vehicles;
					(E)emergency motor
			 vehicles; or
					(F)motor vehicles
			 acquired and used for military purposes that the Secretary of Defense has
			 certified to the Secretary must be exempt for national security reasons.
					(3)Purchase
			 requirementFor purposes of this section, a purchase requirement
			 is a State or local legal requirement applying to the acquisition of fleet
			 vehicles. Such requirements may specify that when a fleet owner or operator
			 acquires a new fleet vehicle, such owner or operator may acquire only new fleet
			 vehicles that—
					(A)utilize natural
			 gas as a fuel,
					(B)are flexible fuel
			 vehicles, meaning vehicles that have been warranted by their manufacturer to
			 operate on gasoline, E85, and M85, or
					(C)meet a technology
			 or performance-based characteristic that is commercially available.
					(b)State and local
			 fleet requirementsNothing in this Act or in any other provision
			 of law shall be construed to limit the authority of any State or local
			 government to establish purchase requirements applicable to fleets operating
			 primarily within the jurisdiction of the State or local government if such
			 requirements are intended to further any policy regarding climate change, the
			 control of air pollution, energy independence, or local economic benefits. No
			 such State or local requirement shall be considered to be an undue burden on
			 interstate commerce. A fleet operating in more than one jurisdiction in any
			 calendar year shall be treated as operating primarily in the jurisdiction in
			 which the largest number of vehicle miles were traveled by vehicles in the
			 fleet in the 5-calendar-year period immediately preceding such calendar
			 year.
			(c)SavingsNothing
			 in this section shall be construed as granting additional authority to State or
			 local governments to establish requirements upon the manufacturers of
			 automobiles.


117 S2388 IS: Cultivating Organic Matter through the Promotion Of Sustainable Techniques Act
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II117th CONGRESS1st SessionS. 2388IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATESJuly 20, 2021Mr. Booker introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and ForestryA BILLTo require the designation of composting as a conservation practice and activity, to provide grants and loan guarantees for composting facilities and programs, and for other purposes.1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the Cultivating Organic Matter through the Promotion Of Sustainable Techniques Act or the COMPOST Act.2.Composting as conservation practice(a)Conservation standards and requirementsSection 1241(j) of the Food Security Act of 1985 (16 U.S.C. 3841(j)) is amended—(1)by redesignating paragraph (2) as paragraph (3); and(2)by inserting after paragraph (1) the following:(2)Composting as conservation practice and activity(A)In generalThe Secretary shall by regulation provide that composting is a conservation practice and a conservation activity for the purposes of this title.(B)Definition of composting(i)In generalIn this paragraph, the term composting means—(I)an activity (including an activity that does not require the use of a composting facility) to produce compost from organic waste that is—(aa)generated on a farm; or(bb)brought to a farm from a nearby community and used to produce compost on that farm; and(II)the use and active management of compost on a farm, in accordance with any applicable Federal, State, or local law, to improve water retention and soil health.(ii)Determination of nearby communitiesThe Secretary, in consultation with the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, shall issue regulations for determining whether a community is nearby for purposes of clause (i)(I)(bb), which shall ensure that bringing organic waste from the community to the farm to produce compost results in a net reduction of greenhouse gas emissions..(b)Conservation stewardship programSection 1240I(2)(B)(i) of the Food Security Act of 1985 (16 U.S.C. 3839aa–21(2)(B)(i)) is amended by inserting and composting practices after agriculture drainage management systems.(c)Environmental quality incentives programSection 1240A(6)(A)(ii) of the Food Security Act of 1985 (16 U.S.C. 3839aa–1(6)(A)(ii)) is amended by inserting , including composting practices before the semicolon at the end.(d)Delivery of technical assistanceSection 1242(h) of the Food Security Act of 1985 (16 U.S.C. 3842(h)) is amended by adding at the end the following:(5)Development of composting practice standardIn addition to conducting a review under this subsection of any composting facility practice standard established before the date of enactment of this paragraph, the Secretary shall establish a composting practice standard under the process developed under paragraph (3)..3.Composting grant and loan guarantee programThe Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act is amended by inserting after section 310I (7 U.S.C. 1936c) the following:310J.Grants and loan guarantees for composting programs(a)DefinitionsIn this section:(1)Centralized commercial composting facilityThe term centralized commercial composting facility means a regional composting facility that produces at least 10,000 tons of compost annually. (2)Source separated organics(A)In generalThe term source separated organics means organic waste that is separated from other waste by the waste generator.(B)InclusionThe term source separated organics includes materials that are certified to meet ASTM standard D6400 or D6868.(C)ExclusionThe term source separated organics does not include mixed solid waste.(b)ProgramThe Secretary, in consultation with the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, shall establish and carry out a program to award grants and loan guarantees, on a competitive basis, for projects that expand access to food waste composting.(c)Grants(1)Amount(A)Cost shareThe total amount of grant funds awarded for a project under this section shall not exceed 75 percent of the cost of the project for which the grant is awarded, as determined by the Secretary.(B)MaximumThe total amount of grant funds awarded for a project under this subsection shall not exceed $5,000,000.(2)AllocationOf funds made available to carry out this subsection in each fiscal year, the Secretary shall allocate not less than 25 percent to projects that do not include the use of centralized commercial composting facilities, to the extent there are sufficient applications for those projects.(3)TimelineAn entity receiving a grant under this subsection shall fully expend the awarded grant funds within 3 years of receiving the funds.(4)Eligible entitiesThe Secretary may award a grant under this subsection to any of the following entities:(A)A State, local, territorial, or Tribal government.(B)A local educational agency (as defined in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801)).(C)An institution of higher education.(D)A nonprofit organization.(E)A farmer or rancher.(F)A consortium of any of the entities described in subparagraphs (A) through (E).(G)1 or more of any of the entities described in subparagraphs (A) through (F), in coordination with a for-profit organization.(d)Loan guarantees(1)Amount(A)Cost shareThe Secretary may award a loan guarantee under this section in an amount that does not exceed 80 percent of the cost of a project that is eligible for assistance under this section, as determined by the Secretary.(B)MaximumThe Secretary may not provide a loan guarantee under this section in an amount that exceeds $5,000,000.(2)Eligible entitiesThe Secretary may award a loan guarantee under this section to a for-profit organization, farmer, or rancher that demonstrates successful prior experience in developing, managing, and marketing composting facilities.(e)Eligible ProjectsThe Secretary may award grants and loan guarantees under this section for projects to carry out the following:(1)Composting facility or site permitting, planning, and construction.(2)Acquisition of machinery, equipment, and other physical necessities required to operate a composting facility, system, or program, except depackaging equipment.(3)Activities to increase the production capacity throughput of a composting facility.(4)Implementation of onsite composting systems and programs (such as home composting programs, community garden and urban farm composting, and other onsite composting systems at institutions, nonprofit organizations, and businesses).(5)Projects that are based on a distributed infrastructure strategy (such as a strategy that incorporates a mix or choice of home composting, farm and ranch composting, onsite composting, community-scale composting, or centralized commercial composting).(6)Collection of organic waste intended for processing at a composting facility or system, or through a composting program, including curbside pick-up programs, community drop-off programs, and facility- or event-specific programs (such as programs at schools, restaurants, stadiums, or festivals).(7)Activities for land-based compost application, including compost application on a farm or ranch.(8)Market development projects that create a demand for compost product or increase commercial and residential participation in composting.(f)RequirementsAn eligible entity applying for a grant or loan guarantee under this section shall demonstrate that the project for which that assistance is sought—(1)will—(A)result in composting of food waste (which may include such composting in combination with non-food organic waste);(B)result in increased total capacity to accept and process food waste into finished compost product; and(C)include at least 1 operator of a facility or system, if applicable, who is trained on best management practices for composting (such as odor, vector, pathogen, and contaminant control practices);(2)in the case of a market development project, is likely to create sufficient demand to increase total capacity, in the targeted market, to accept and process food waste into high-quality finished compost; or(3)in the case of land-based compost application activities, is consistent with any applicable requirements under paragraph (2) of section 1241(j) of the Food Security Act of 1985 (16 U.S.C. 3841(j)).(g)Priority factorsIn awarding grants and loan guarantees under this section, the Secretary shall prioritize projects that include the greatest number of the following factors:(1)The project is located in or serving a location with significant access to food waste and no or limited prior access to food waste composting.(2)The project demonstrates the potential to create new capacity for the volume or weight of food waste collected and processed, or make significant gains in the number of people with access to food waste composting facilities or systems.(3)The project includes a demonstrated plan for following best management practices and producing a high-quality compost product.(4)The project incorporates the participation of small and diverse businesses (such as minority-, woman-, and veteran-owned businesses certified by the Small Business Administration or under a State program or another recognized certification program and other businesses led by Black people, Indigenous people, or other people of color).(5)The project creates opportunities for hiring and leadership development practices that are inclusive and provide living wages.(6)The project serves disadvantaged and low-income communities, engages Black farmers, Indigenous farmers, and other farmers of color, or incorporates an environmental justice plan or principles.(7)The project is for a facility or system that accepts or plans to accept and process only source separated organics.(h)LimitationThe Secretary may award only 1 grant or loan guarantee under this section for any project.(i)FundingThere is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $200,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2031..


		II

		109th CONGRESS

		1st Session

		S. 1621

		IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED

		  STATES

			September 7, 2005

			Ms. Collins (for

			 herself, Mr. Warner, and

			 Ms. Landrieu) introduced the following

			 bill; which was read twice and referred to the

			 Committee on

			 Finance

		A BILL

		To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986

		  to increase the above-the-line deduction for teacher classroom supplies and to

		  expand such deduction to include qualified professional development

		  expenses.

		1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the

			 Teacher Tax Relief Act of

			 2005.

		2.Expansion of

			 above-the-line deduction for certain expenses of elementary and secondary

			 school teachers

			(a)In

			 generalSubparagraph (D) of

			 section 62(a)(2) (relating to certain trade and business deductions of

			 employees) is amended to read as follows:

					(D)Certain

				expenses of elementary and secondary school teachersThe deductions allowed by section 162 which

				consist of expenses, not in excess of $400, paid or incurred by an eligible

				educator—

						(i)by reason of the participation of the

				educator in professional development courses related to the curriculum and

				academic subjects in which the educator provides instruction or to the students

				for which the educator provides instruction, and

						(ii)in connection with books, supplies (other

				than nonathletic supplies for courses of instruction in health or physical

				education), computer equipment (including related software and services) and

				other equipment, and supplementary materials used by the eligible educator in

				the

				classroom.

						.

			(b)Effective

			 dateThe amendment made by

			 this section shall apply to taxable years beginning after December 31,

			 2004.


109 HR 251 IH: Preserving Educational Opportunities for Immigrant Children Act of 2005
U.S. House of Representatives
2005-01-06
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109th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. R. 251
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

January 6, 2005
Ms. Jackson-Lee of Texas introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary

A BILL
To assist aliens who were transplanted to the United States as children in continuing their education and otherwise integrating into American society.

1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the Preserving Educational Opportunities for Immigrant Children Act of 2005.
2.Findings and purposes
(a)FindingsCongress makes the following findings:
(1)Many children are brought to the United States at a very young age by parents or other adults to accompany them during the adults’ stay in the United States.
(2)In many such instances, parents or other adults traveling to the United States enter and or remain in this country without benefit of inspection or authorization to be present in the United States.
(3)Many children brought to the United States by parents or other adults arrive in this country without the ability to make independent decisions about where they wish to live. Once in the United States, many such children also are incapable of independent living.
(4)Because of the early age at which many children arrive in the United States, as they become older, they become fully integrated into American life, learning English and either losing or never acquiring the language of their native country. At the same time, many lose all ties to relatives in their country of origin or previous country of habitual residence.
(5)Many such children attend public elementary and secondary schools in the United States. Often, they excel in academics and contribute to both their communities and the families with whom they live.
(6)Current United States immigration laws do not provide the Attorney General with adequate flexibility to take into account the special humanitarian circumstances in which such transplanted alien children live. Consequently, such children are in danger of being removed to a country they do not know, an eventuality that would cause enormous disruptions in their lives and in the lives of their loved ones.
(7)Current immigration laws effectively preclude States and units of local government from providing such children access to State systems of higher education. Consequently, many such children cannot continue their education upon graduating from high school.
(b)PurposesThe purposes of this Act are—
(1)to provide for aliens who, through no fault of their own, were brought to the United States as children, opportunities to regularize their status in the United States, attend college, and become contributing members of their communities in this country; and
(2)to repeal certain legislative barriers that impede the ability of such aliens to become fully integrated into United States society.
3.Definitions
(a)Transplanted childAs used in this Act, the term, transplanted child means an alien who is described in section 101(a)(51) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (as amended by subsection (b) of this Act).
(b)Amendment to the Immigration and Nationality ActSection 101(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

(51)The term transplanted child means an alien who has been granted cancellation of removal under section 240A(b)(3) or who has pending before the Attorney General an application for cancellation of removal under such section..
4.Restoration of State flexibility in providing in-State tuition for college-age alien children
(a)RestorationThe Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 (division C of Public Law 104–208; 8 U.S.C. 1623) is amended by striking section 505.
(b)ApplicabilityThe amendment made by subsection (a) shall apply to postsecondary education benefits provided on or after July 1, 1998.
5.Eligibility of transplanted children for public benefitsSection 431(b) of the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (8 U.S.C. 1641(b)) is amended—
(1)at the end of paragraph (6), by striking ; or and inserting a semicolon;
(2)at the end of paragraph (7), by striking the period and inserting ; or; and
(3)by adding after paragraph (7) the following new paragraph:

(8)an alien who is a transplanted child, as defined in section 101(a)(51) of the Immigration and Nationality Act..
6.Authority of Attorney General to adjust status of certain children
(a)In generalSection 240A(b) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1229b(b)) is amended by—
(1)redesignating paragraph (3) as paragraph (4); and
(2)inserting after paragraph (2) the following new paragraph:

(3)Special rule for aliens brought to the United States as children
(A)AuthoritySubject to subparagraph (B), the Attorney General may cancel the removal of, and adjust to the status of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, an alien who is inadmissible or deportable from the United States, if the Attorney General determines that—
(i)
(I)in the case of an alien who has not attained the age of 18, the alien has been physically present in the United States for a continuous period of not less than 3 years immediately preceding the date of such application and during such period the alien has been a person of good moral character; or
(II)in the case of an alien who is 18 years of age or older, the alien has been physically present in the United States for a continuous period of not less than 5 years immediately preceding the date of such application, including at least 3 years of continuous residence before reaching 18 years of age and during such 5 year period the alien has been a person of good moral character; and
(ii)the removal would result in extreme hardship to the alien, the alien’s child, or the alien’s parent.
(B)Restrictions on authorityThe authority of the Attorney General under subparagraph (A) shall not apply to—
(i)an alien who is inadmissible under section 212(a)(2)(A)(i)(I) or deportable under section 237(a)(2)(A)(i) (relating to crimes of moral turpitude) unless the Attorney General determines that the alien’s removal would result in extreme hardship to the alien, the alien’s child, or (in the case of an alien who is a child) to the alien’s parent; or
(ii)an alien who is inadmissible under section 212(a)(3), or deportable under section 237(a)(2)(D)(i) or 237(a)(2)(D)(ii) (relating to security and related grounds)..
(b)Conforming amendmentSection 240A(b) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1229b(b)), is amended in paragraph (4) (as so redesignated by the amendment made by subsection (a)) by striking paragraph (1) or (2) each place it appears and inserting paragraph (1), (2), or (3)..


117 S2455 IS: Tax-Free Pell Grant Act
U.S. Senate
2021-07-22
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II117th CONGRESS1st SessionS. 2455IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATESJuly 22, 2021Mr. Whitehouse (for himself, Mr. Wyden, Mr. Bennet, Ms. Stabenow, Mrs. Murray, Mr. Brown, and Ms. Smith) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on FinanceA BILLTo amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to expand the exclusion of Pell Grants from gross income, and for other purposes.1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the Tax-Free Pell Grant Act.2.Expansion of Pell Grant exclusion from gross income(a)In generalParagraph section 117(b)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by striking received by an individual and all that follows and insertingreceived by an individual—(A)as a scholarship or fellowship grant to the extent the individual establishes that, in accordance with the conditions of the grant, such amount was used for qualified tuition and related expenses, or(B)as a Federal Pell Grant under section 401 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (as in effect on the date of the enactment of the Tax-Free Pell Grant Act)..(b)No adjustment under American Opportunity and Lifetime Learning CreditsSection 25A(g)(2)(A) of such Code is amended by striking a qualified scholarship which and inserting a qualified scholarship which is described in section 117(b)(1)(A) and which.(c)Effective dateThe amendments made by this section shall apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2020.3.Expansion of American Opportunity and Lifetime Learning Credits(a)In generalSection 25A of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended—(1)in subsection (f)(1)—(A)in subparagraph (A), by striking tuition and fees inserting tuition, fees, computer or peripheral equipment, child and dependent care expenses, and course materials,(B)by striking subparagraph (D), and (C)by adding at the end the following new subparagraphs: (D)Child and dependent care expensesFor purposes of this paragraph—(i)In generalThe term child and dependent care expenses means amounts paid for the following expenses, but only if such expenses are incurred to enable the taxpayer to be enrolled in an eligible educational institution for any period for which there are 1 or more qualifying individuals with respect to the taxpayer:(I)expenses for household services, and(II)expenses for the care of a qualifying individual.Such term shall not include any amount paid for services outside the taxpayer’s household at a camp where the qualifying individual stays overnight.(ii)Qualifying individualThe term qualifying individual has the meaning given such term in section 21(b)(1).(iii)Exception, dependent care centersRules similar to the rules of subparagraphs (B), (C), and (D) of section 21(b)(2) shall apply, except the term child and dependent care expenses shall be substituted for the term employment-related expenses each place it appears in such subparagraphs. (E)Child and dependent care expenses only qualified expenses when claimed by eligible studentAmounts paid for an expense described in subparagraph (E) may not be taken into account under this paragraph for a taxable year unless required for the enrollment or attendance of an individual described in subparagraph (A)(i) or subparagraph (A)(ii).(F)Computer or peripheral equipment(i)DefinedFor purposes of this paragraph, the term computer or peripheral equipment means expenses for the purchase of computer or peripheral equipment (as defined in section 168(i)(2)(B), computer software (as defined in section 197(e)(3)(B))), or internet access and related services, if such equipment, software, or services are to be used primarily by the individual during any of the years the individual is enrolled at an eligible educational institution.(ii)Dollar limit on amount creditableThe aggregate of the amounts paid or expenses incurred for computer or peripheral equipment which may be taken into account under this paragraph for a taxable year by the taxpayer shall not exceed $1,000., and (2)in subsection (g)(5)—(A)in the heading, by adding or credit at the end, and(B)by inserting or credit after a deduction. (b)Effective dateThe amendments made by this section shall apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2020.


109 HR 94 IH: Fallen Law Enforcement Officers and Firefighters Flag Memorial Act of 2005
U.S. House of Representatives
2005-01-04
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I
109th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. R. 94
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

January 4, 2005
Mr. Gillmor introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on House Administration

A BILL
To provide Capitol-flown flags to the families of law enforcement officers and firefighters killed in the line of duty.

1.Short TitleThis Act may be cited as the Fallen Law Enforcement Officers and Firefighters Flag Memorial Act of 2005.
2.Capitol-flown flags for families of deceased law enforcement officers and firefighters
(a)Authority to provide flags
(1)Request to Member of CongressThe family of a deceased law enforcement officer or a deceased firefighter may request that a Member of Congress provide to that family a Capitol-flown flag, and such Member of Congress may provide such a flag to such family member.
(2)ExpenseThe costs associated with providing a flag under this subsection may be paid from official funds.
(b)ApplicabilityThis Act shall only apply to a deceased law enforcement officer or firefighter who dies on or after the date of enactment of this Act.
3.DefinitionsIn this Act—
(1)the term Capitol-flown flag means a United States flag flown over the United States Capitol in honor of the deceased law enforcement officer for whom such flag is requested;
(2)the term deceased law enforcement officer means a person who was charged with protecting public safety, who was authorized to make arrests by a Federal, State, Tribal, county, or local law enforcement agency, and who died while acting in the line of duty;
(3) the term deceased firefighter means a person who performs firefighting duties on a paid or voluntary basis and dies in the line of duty as a firefighter; and
(4)the term Member of Congress means a Senator, a Representative in Congress, or a Delegate to Congress.